Just an update on how things are progressing with my home made rear disc brake conversion set up on my 1969 based Mk 2 Avante. I have machined conversion plates from 10mm hardened steel (most conversion plates are made from 5-7mm I am told). I am using 2005 VW Passat calipers with original Beetle discs which look to be ideal. I am now about to plumb everything in and test. I will post a series of pictures when complete in case anyone else wants to try this themselves.
I am going to be using a race prepared Vauxhall C20XE engine so will need good brakes to stop it!
I am going to be strengthening the chassis to make it more ridged to take the additional strain of the extra horsepower (the engine should be putting out about 250+ BHP).
wish me luck.
Kevin