Hi Spec Brakes
Discussion
I fitted Hi Spec calipers to my 1992 Griff 400 in 2009 and they have been superb. Though I found that as the disc size was larger the brake balance move too much to the front and subsequently had tou upgrade the rears to the larger disc size as fitted to later cars.This required new bearing carriers as well as calipers and discs.
After many months deliberating between AP, Brembo and HiSpec for my brake upgrade to my E46 BMW, I plumped for the cheapest option - HiSpec - and I have to say I have been disappointed with them. My TVR garage eventually improved them by fitting a different disc and different pad, but they still rattle.
Could just be the E46 version, and it is a much heavier car the a TVR.
I note Dom uses them on his Sagaris too and is reportedly very pleased with them, as appear to be the Sag racers.
Could just be the E46 version, and it is a much heavier car the a TVR.
I note Dom uses them on his Sagaris too and is reportedly very pleased with them, as appear to be the Sag racers.
RedSpike66 said:
After many months deliberating between AP, Brembo and HiSpec for my brake upgrade to my E46 BMW, I plumped for the cheapest option - HiSpec - and I have to say I have been disappointed with them. My TVR garage eventually improved them by fitting a different disc and different pad, but they still rattle.
Could just be the E46 version, and it is a much heavier car the a TVR.
I note Dom uses them on his Sagaris too and is reportedly very pleased with them, as appear to be the Sag racers.
He uses CL pads in them, then they work nicely!Could just be the E46 version, and it is a much heavier car the a TVR.
I note Dom uses them on his Sagaris too and is reportedly very pleased with them, as appear to be the Sag racers.
Number 7 said:
Wasn't there a TVR owner on here who took them to court a couple of years or so back over a installation?
Yes but I think that was to do with an alledged dangerous design on rear callipers which were subsequently withdrawn. I use them on the front and find them very good.I use Hi-Spec Monster brakes on my track car and they have proved to be excellent.
Everyone who drives or passengers in it comments on how effective they are despite repeated hard use.
The discs lasted approx. 3 seasons of regular abuse before being replaced last winter. I did 170 laps around the Brands Hatch Indy circuit last week and they were absolutely fine and I doubt very much anyone would drive on the road like I drive on a track.
Everyone who drives or passengers in it comments on how effective they are despite repeated hard use.
The discs lasted approx. 3 seasons of regular abuse before being replaced last winter. I did 170 laps around the Brands Hatch Indy circuit last week and they were absolutely fine and I doubt very much anyone would drive on the road like I drive on a track.
This is good stuff 
Will the 300mm jobbies fit the standard (500) 15" front wheels or would it have to be the 283mm ones? Read somewhere some time ago that any bigger than 300mm on the front and you need to look at the backs as well? Prices seem very reasonable
Chiili
ETA: sorry forgot to add I'd measure up myself but I'm away for a few more weeks yet..
Will the 300mm jobbies fit the standard (500) 15" front wheels or would it have to be the 283mm ones? Read somewhere some time ago that any bigger than 300mm on the front and you need to look at the backs as well? Prices seem very reasonable Chiili
ETA: sorry forgot to add I'd measure up myself but I'm away for a few more weeks yet..
Edited by Chilliman on Monday 24th September 09:39
As you said, plenty of negative reviews and I know when mine were originally fitted by Tower View, there were some issues with parts etc BUT, they've now been on the probably 10 years and have performed perfectly. Also, they were very helpful when double checking which pads I needed (the original pattern I was using stopped being made). They now have Brummmie's CL pads in them too and were even better last time at Cadwell (may have to sort out rears now!).
I've had nothing other than terrible service from them.
Their shipping is pathetic, not only can orders take up to 28 days to dispatch (even the simple items) this is the disclaimer they have on their website "Items posted by Royal Mail are not tracked, if items are lost HiSpec Motorsport Ltd are not liable."
Shambolic! If you spend £270 and it gets lost in transit then it's your problem not theirs... wish I could do that to my customers and still have a business at the end of it.
Subsequently, I refuse to use them and pay the extra to do business with companies who actually care about the product and service they provide.
Their shipping is pathetic, not only can orders take up to 28 days to dispatch (even the simple items) this is the disclaimer they have on their website "Items posted by Royal Mail are not tracked, if items are lost HiSpec Motorsport Ltd are not liable."
Shambolic! If you spend £270 and it gets lost in transit then it's your problem not theirs... wish I could do that to my customers and still have a business at the end of it.
Subsequently, I refuse to use them and pay the extra to do business with companies who actually care about the product and service they provide.
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