2007_Shelby_GT Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 I purchased the SGT brake duct kit with bezels, ducting, backing plates, etc. some time ago. I installed them on the SGT with the stock front brakes with no issues, other than the tight squeeze around the supercharger heat exhanger! I'm now moving on to big brakes, specifically, the Brembo 6-piston, 15" rotor setup from Ford Racing, (FR part # M-2300-T), and I wanted to know if the backing plates that came with the SGT brake duct kit would work with those front brakes? Thanks for replies! Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted April 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 17, 2015 Crickets chirping..... Hmmm, well I guess I'll just have to install them and find out! Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKSGT Posted May 2, 2015 Report Share Posted May 2, 2015 Sam, Really would not expect issue with using the SGT plates with a bigger rotor. I have the SGT plates to still put on with having upgrade to GT500 4 pot Brembo calipers. I had asked Jer about difference SGT to GT500 plates and difference was little in diameter and the adapter for attachment to the plate was different to handle bigger GT500 diameter hose. Effectiveness may be a little less as I expect the air coming into the rotor to not being directly against as much of the brake plate. Still you are getting air into the corner to force that bad hot air out. Good luck, interested on results. I have not done mine as I have not found free time to get use of hoist at my company to do the work. You obviously know from dealing with heat exchanger fit that it is not a thing easily done on jack stands. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPP Keith Posted May 4, 2015 Report Share Posted May 4, 2015 2007_Shelby_GT, You will need to modify the plate (slightly) to accommodate the caliper being larger than your factory GT unit. Although you wont have as much coverage on the 15" rotor, one of the more critical purposes of the kit is to cool the hub & bearing assembly (which, in turn, compounds the heat generated by the brakes). So the system will still be effective at speed. Please feel free to email me with further questions, keithc@shelby.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted May 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 Thanks for the replies! Keith - I would have contacted you directly if it turned out to be a bigger issue, but this wasn't very critical, just "nice to know", hence my reason for posting here! Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPP Keith Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 Sam, You can reach out to me at any time for any reason. I'm not on here often but have been involved with Shelby product development since 2007. If I don't know the answer, I usually know the person that does and I hate to hold up anyone's personal projects. Hope the install went smooth for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted May 7, 2015 Report Share Posted May 7, 2015 There isn't much Keith DOESN'T know about the SPP program... he's an excellent resource, Shelby's lucky to have him. Jer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Patten Posted May 7, 2015 Report Share Posted May 7, 2015 There isn't much Keith DOESN'T know about the SPP program... he's an excellent resource, Shelby's lucky to have him. Jer I'll second that! Keith's a valuable resource. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted July 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 Well the front 6-piston Brembo install went without a hitch - no need to modify anything, EXCEPT the brake lines! I already had stainless lines, but unfortunately, they won't fit the new Brembos! So, since I installed the new calipers with the rubber hoses that came with the kit, guess I'll be looking for new stainless lines! Haven't gotten around to doing the rear brakes yet - that's a little more involved since you have to pull the pumpkin cover and manipulate the axle shafts, so I'll just stick with the stock brakes on the rear for now. Before: After: Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07gt500conv Posted July 29, 2015 Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 Nice, can't wait to see it on Sunday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted July 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2015 Thanks Jim! See you Sunday! Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyBlueHeaven Posted July 31, 2015 Report Share Posted July 31, 2015 Well the front 6-piston Brembo install went without a hitch - no need to modify anything, EXCEPT the brake lines! I already had stainless lines, but unfortunately, they won't fit the new Brembos! So, since I installed the new calipers with the rubber hoses that came with the kit, guess I'll be looking for new stainless lines! Haven't gotten around to doing the rear brakes yet - that's a little more involved since you have to pull the pumpkin cover and manipulate the axle shafts, so I'll just stick with the stock brakes on the rear for now. Before: After: Sam Sam, Not sure if you've seen this adapter or not, I was thinking of trying them myself. I got some of the rear brakes from the Shelby ebay auctions and wasn't sure if I wanted to give these a try. I'm having my gears switched out next week from 4.10 to 3.73 and figured since it's all apart I might want as well have them install the new rear brake brackets and set up. I think the determining factor will be what the mech is gonna charge me to install the new rear brakes. If it's gonna be more than the bracket I might just try them. I went with the new 4 piston set up brembo kit (M-2300-S) since I wasn't sure if the 6 piston 15" fronts would have worked with my 18" wheels. Installed them last week and love them. http://www.ebay.com/itm/05-14-Mustang-14-Rear-Brake-Rotor-Adapter-Brackets-GT-Boss-302-GT500-V6-13-8-/151759260600?hash=item23558e8bb8&vxp=mtr Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted July 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2015 Sam, Not sure if you've seen this adapter or not, I was thinking of trying them myself. I got some of the rear brakes from the Shelby ebay auctions and wasn't sure if I wanted to give these a try. I'm having my gears switched out next week from 4.10 to 3.73 and figured since it's all apart I might want as well have them install the new rear brake brackets and set up. I think the determining factor will be what the mech is gonna charge me to install the new rear brakes. If it's gonna be more than the bracket I might just try them. I went with the new 4 piston set up brembo kit (M-2300-S) since I wasn't sure if the fronts would have worked with my 18" wheels. Installed them last week and love them. http://www.ebay.com/itm/05-14-Mustang-14-Rear-Brake-Rotor-Adapter-Brackets-GT-Boss-302-GT500-V6-13-8-/151759260600?hash=item23558e8bb8&vxp=mtr Jeff Jeff, Now those are neat - and the price is right, especially since you don't have to mess with the rear-end and axles! I think I just might spring for a set just to get my rear brakes up and running quicker! I seriously considered the front 4-piston setup, I think those would've worked with my old AM Bullitt wheels, but that 6-piston caliper and 15" rotor sure look good behind my new Boss wheels! Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07gt500conv Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 So the bracket just moves the stock caliper and you can run the bigger rotors? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcmotorworks Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 So the bracket just moves the stock caliper and you can run the bigger rotors? Yes. Here is a pic of my rear with stock calipers, but the larger rotor I bought from SPP. It was real easy. Just used a nylon strap to hold caliper up and out of the way while bolting on. Obviously I didn't replace break lines etc. Mainly just looking for the improved appearance of the larger, slotted and drilled rotor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07gt500conv Posted August 5, 2015 Report Share Posted August 5, 2015 Thanks Chris...will have to look at that upgrade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VNMSNK Posted August 6, 2015 Report Share Posted August 6, 2015 Jim, I have the Baer rear rotors on the H. It is a very easy install. Just attach the bracket, relocate your stock caliper and you are good to go. I upgraded the rear lnes to J&M stainless lines and used Baer pads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07gt500conv Posted August 7, 2015 Report Share Posted August 7, 2015 Thanks Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted August 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2015 Ok, so that adapter is for the STOCK caliper, not for the Brembo rear caliper, if I'm reading this right!? Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyBlueHeaven Posted August 12, 2015 Report Share Posted August 12, 2015 Ok, so that adapter is for the STOCK caliper, not for the Brembo rear caliper, if I'm reading this right!? Sam Sam, which brembo rear calipers are you talking about? If you bought the Brembo kit M-2300-T that came with front 6 piston fronts and gt500 rear upgraded calipers, then yes it will work, the calipers in that set are no different than the stock ones, they're just painted black now and come with bigger rotors and the mounting bracket. If your speaking of another brembo caliper altogether I couldn't say. Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby73 Posted August 12, 2015 Report Share Posted August 12, 2015 Hi, do you guys have any pull off Alcola wheels that can be sold? I was away when you offered the last run of these wheels, and I have been Despertley seeking a set. Since my GI bill ran out, I have to pay the rest of my schooling. So can't afford the extortion prices people are asking for a used/ new set. If you all can keep me in mind if you get a set in, I would be apriciative. Even if I need to get them fixed at a wheel shop. Thanks again Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted August 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 Sam, which brembo rear calipers are you talking about? If you bought the Brembo kit M-2300-T that came with front 6 piston fronts and gt500 rear upgraded calipers, then yes it will work, the calipers in that set are no different than the stock ones, they're just painted black now and come with bigger rotors and the mounting bracket. If your speaking of another brembo caliper altogether I couldn't say. Jeff Thanks Jeff - those are indeed the ones I'm talking about! Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007red40thGT500 Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 Dear Shelby Performance Parts, I ordered a backup dash plaque (a standard one, NOT a 40th anniversary one) at the very beginning of this year. We are now at the middle of August and I haven't received or heard anything -- 6 months later. I finally called twice last week and spoke to a live human being who never called me back (as promised). What-the-double-f**k is going on over there? I can't say I'm exceptionally pleased with giving you $100 for NOTHING! Regards, Long-time customer and brand advocate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 Dear Shelby Performance Parts, I ordered a backup dash plaque (a standard one, NOT a 40th anniversary one) at the very beginning of this year. We are now at the middle of August and I haven't received or heard anything -- 6 months later. I finally called twice last week and spoke to a live human being who never called me back (as promised). What-the-double-f**k is going on over there? I can't say I'm exceptionally pleased with giving you $100 for NOTHING! Regards, Long-time customer and brand advocate You really need to call Shelby to get this resolved. They do not regularly monitor the forum. When you call them and they ask to put you on hold or call back tell them that you have already done that and will wait for a response. If not then ask for a supervisor. But pretty much all you'll get here is a shoulder to cry on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Blown Away Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 Sam, Not sure if you've seen this adapter or not, I was thinking of trying them myself. I got some of the rear brakes from the Shelby ebay auctions and wasn't sure if I wanted to give these a try. I'm having my gears switched out next week from 4.10 to 3.73 and figured since it's all apart I might want as well have them install the new rear brake brackets and set up. I think the determining factor will be what the mech is gonna charge me to install the new rear brakes. If it's gonna be more than the bracket I might just try them. I went with the new 4 piston set up brembo kit (M-2300-S) since I wasn't sure if the 6 piston 15" fronts would have worked with my 18" wheels. Installed them last week and love them. http://www.ebay.com/itm/05-14-Mustang-14-Rear-Brake-Rotor-Adapter-Brackets-GT-Boss-302-GT500-V6-13-8-/151759260600?hash=item23558e8bb8&vxp=mtr Jeff For drag racing, I use a 17" wheel/drag radial combo, any idea if this rear brake set up will work with that? My DD wheels are 20's so I know it will work for that. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyBlueHeaven Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 For drag racing, I use a 17" wheel/drag radial combo, any idea if this rear brake set up will work with that? My DD wheels are 20's so I know it will work for that. Dan Sorry Dan, I don't know, and wouldn't want to speculate. You could always use the "ask the seller a question" on the ebay item. I'll post a pic tomorrow of how this set up looks and how close the bigger rotors are on the 18" wheels so you can see the clearance. That might help determine if there would be or wouldn't be enough clearance with your 17's. Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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2007red40thGT500 Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 P.M. Sent thank you, chris. I look forward to getting this resolved. it's one of those things that can easily fall through the cracks among the zillions of other things people have to deal with on a daily basis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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