1984 240tic BRAKE UPGRADE HELP

TheVolbro · 06-08-2022, 09:50 PM

Okay, so I’m currently running stock non-abs brakes on my 242 and the brake failure dummy light came on the other day.
I investigated and found fluid leaking from my brake junction which was replaced not long ago.

Here’s my question:
My front calipers have 2 hard lines running to them. I’ve been thinking about upgrading to the Brembo medium brakes offered from BNE Dynamics. Those Brembo brake calipers run a single hard line… what do I need to do for proper installation and function on my 242? Do I need a different brake junction or do I plug two of the line ports and if it’s the latter then which ports do I plug? Do I need a different brake master cylinder?

I’ve read a lot on the internet about this and seen mixed info about different size pistons and unequal pressures in stock junctions with plugged lines so I’m looking to be educated before pulling the trigger on the new parts. Thanks in advance!

Marvelous3 · 06-08-2022, 11:02 PM

Plugs. About a third of the way down the page.

https://www.240turbo.com/volvo240bigbrakes.html

smoothdurban · 06-09-2022, 05:48 AM

I recently added the Ben's medium brake upgrade to my 242 last December.

If you buy Ben's brake lines it comes with the plugs you need.

https://www.bneshop.com/collections/...brake-line-kit

I referenced the link that Marv posted on which ports to block off.

I am still running the stock rear brakes so I would say the front is slightly more biased then before however it feel to have more initial bite then my stock brakes did.

dl242gt · 06-09-2022, 06:35 PM

My brake upgrade consisted of going to stainless braided brake lines and using crossdrilled rotors with the ATE blue fluid. When I used sport EBC green pads the braking was fantastic. Now I just use PBR brake pads and the braking is greatly improved over stock. This is all for street use. I'm on my third set of rotors on my cars and have never had an issue using cross drilled rotors. Been using this setup for over 15 years.

The EBC green pads gave great braking but the service life was only about 12k miles for me. The PBR pads last about double that. The improved braking is worth the shorter service life for pads.

TheVolbro · 06-09-2022, 08:16 PM

Awesome. Thanks fellas, this is all very helpful info!

I have a set of front and rear StopTech rotors (drilled and slotted) that I bought to use with the stock calipers on my 1993 940 Turbo. Are those the same rotors that would go with the medium brake kit or do I need to purchase different rotors for use on my 242?

blkaplan · 06-10-2022, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVolbro

Awesome. Thanks fellas, this is all very helpful info!

I have a set of front and rear StopTech rotors (drilled and slotted) that I bought to use with the stock calipers on my 1993 940 Turbo. Are those the same rotors that would go with the medium brake kit or do I need to purchase different rotors for use on my 242?

They are different.

These are compatible.

https://www.bneshop.com/products/240...d6a9cbd1&_ss=r

06-08-2022, 11:02 PM	#2
Marvelous3 Who engineered this? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Atlanta	Plugs. About a third of the way down the page. https://www.240turbo.com/volvo240bigbrakes.html __________________ 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Blackout Edition 1991 245+Turbo 16 Valve Microsquirt Need Lawncare service in Atlanta? PM me for a lawncare and maintenance quote

06-09-2022, 05:48 AM	#3
smoothdurban I do my own stunts Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: LaSalle, Ontario	I recently added the Ben's medium brake upgrade to my 242 last December. If you buy Ben's brake lines it comes with the plugs you need. https://www.bneshop.com/collections/...brake-line-kit I referenced the link that Marv posted on which ports to block off. I am still running the stock rear brakes so I would say the front is slightly more biased then before however it feel to have more initial bite then my stock brakes did. __________________ 1983 242 Turbo w Tremec T5 160,000 km's B230FT LH2.4 2019 VW Golf R w 6 Speed w 8500 kms NEW DD @smoothdurban on IG

06-09-2022, 06:35 PM	#4
dl242gt Old and boxy but good. Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: S NJ, a suburb of Phila.	My brake upgrade consisted of going to stainless braided brake lines and using crossdrilled rotors with the ATE blue fluid. When I used sport EBC green pads the braking was fantastic. Now I just use PBR brake pads and the braking is greatly improved over stock. This is all for street use. I'm on my third set of rotors on my cars and have never had an issue using cross drilled rotors. Been using this setup for over 15 years. The EBC green pads gave great braking but the service life was only about 12k miles for me. The PBR pads last about double that. The improved braking is worth the shorter service life for pads. __________________ Dave, 1982 242 turbo. 338k miles. MVP coilovers and 3" exhaust. Flowed 405 with a V15. Cossie turbine housing with upgraded compressor housing. 90+, IPD remote oil filter. Some other goodness, too. Been lots of fun over 25 years. Restored in 2k. Now ready for a 2nd restoration. 1993 245 Classic, 440k miles, enem V15. IPD bars and chassis braces. Simons sport exhaust from Scandix. sbabbs ezk chip. Been a good road warrior. Genuine Volvo rebuilt leaky M47.

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06-09-2022, 08:16 PM	#5
TheVolbro The Collector Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: San Francisco, California USA	Awesome. Thanks fellas, this is all very helpful info! I have a set of front and rear StopTech rotors (drilled and slotted) that I bought to use with the stock calipers on my 1993 940 Turbo. Are those the same rotors that would go with the medium brake kit or do I need to purchase different rotors for use on my 242?