Addamsonflint
Well-known member
Hey everyone,
I had an unexpected issue at the end of my R32 brake upgrade- if anyone has some possible sources I could trouble-shoot, I would appreciate it.
So, current-state is- I upgraded my TDI with VR6 axles and spindles, and R32 front brakes. Everything went great, and without any issues, which was surprising and concerning at the same time, just because you usually encounter at least one issue that comes out of left-field during most projects.
Then, I go to put my wheels back on. I already run 18's, so I didn't anticipate any fitment issues. I put my passenger wheel put on, and saw that I had about the most microscopic of clearance space between my caliper and my spokes- about 1-2mm. But they cleared, and rolled smooth, so I was happy and relieved.
But then I went to put on my driver-side wheel, and my spokes were tight against the caliper. This is where my issue lies.
I installed my new axles to spec- 18 foot-lbs on the allen-bolt from axle-flange to trans. 30 ft-lbs on all hex-bolts from axle to axle-flange. Torked my wheel nuts all the way (200ft-lbs). And like I said, I had no issues on the install. R32 carriers and calipers also went on with ease as well. Also, I wouldn't think the issue would come from the spindles- I pressed in my new bearings solid, and clipped the new circlips in place- everything went as usual in a bearing/wheel hub replacement.
So, I'm not really sure where the extra distance is coming from. The issue seems to be likely occurring because of the distance between my wheel hub and and brake caliper, which is resting on my carrier, which is bolted directly to my spindle, which is was installed exactly the same on both sides, so what could be the issue?
I'm sure others have probably run across this issue at some point. Any input on trouble-shooting would be appreciated.
Thanks...
I had an unexpected issue at the end of my R32 brake upgrade- if anyone has some possible sources I could trouble-shoot, I would appreciate it.
So, current-state is- I upgraded my TDI with VR6 axles and spindles, and R32 front brakes. Everything went great, and without any issues, which was surprising and concerning at the same time, just because you usually encounter at least one issue that comes out of left-field during most projects.
Then, I go to put my wheels back on. I already run 18's, so I didn't anticipate any fitment issues. I put my passenger wheel put on, and saw that I had about the most microscopic of clearance space between my caliper and my spokes- about 1-2mm. But they cleared, and rolled smooth, so I was happy and relieved.
But then I went to put on my driver-side wheel, and my spokes were tight against the caliper. This is where my issue lies.
I installed my new axles to spec- 18 foot-lbs on the allen-bolt from axle-flange to trans. 30 ft-lbs on all hex-bolts from axle to axle-flange. Torked my wheel nuts all the way (200ft-lbs). And like I said, I had no issues on the install. R32 carriers and calipers also went on with ease as well. Also, I wouldn't think the issue would come from the spindles- I pressed in my new bearings solid, and clipped the new circlips in place- everything went as usual in a bearing/wheel hub replacement.
So, I'm not really sure where the extra distance is coming from. The issue seems to be likely occurring because of the distance between my wheel hub and and brake caliper, which is resting on my carrier, which is bolted directly to my spindle, which is was installed exactly the same on both sides, so what could be the issue?
I'm sure others have probably run across this issue at some point. Any input on trouble-shooting would be appreciated.
Thanks...