Hi all, I have read a lot of threads regarding the retrofit of the bigger Brembo brake calipers that are standard on the supercharged/autobiography/SVR L494s. In case you haven’t read elsewhere, they are indeed a bolt on upgrade. Assume this is similar if not identical to the L405 as well.
I recently installed them on my 2015 HSE that I have had for a few years now and it was a very straightforward process. To be honest, the stock brakes were good but I can say that the brake feel is much better vs the stock calipers – more authoritative. The red calipers also look very cool IMO. I waited to do this mod until my rotors and pads were worn out. Total cost for me was less than having the dealer do the standard pads and rotors and I got an upgrade out of it. Any mechanic should be able to do this for you as well.
In the event someone wanted to do this on their HSE/other, here are the parts I ordered and an overview of what I did as a DIY process. The entire job took me about three hours including set-up, clean-up and road test. Most folks hand tighten things but please make sure you check you properly torque everything per spec on Topix. I would also recommend wearing a respirator or dust mask.
PARTS:
I recently installed them on my 2015 HSE that I have had for a few years now and it was a very straightforward process. To be honest, the stock brakes were good but I can say that the brake feel is much better vs the stock calipers – more authoritative. The red calipers also look very cool IMO. I waited to do this mod until my rotors and pads were worn out. Total cost for me was less than having the dealer do the standard pads and rotors and I got an upgrade out of it. Any mechanic should be able to do this for you as well.
In the event someone wanted to do this on their HSE/other, here are the parts I ordered and an overview of what I did as a DIY process. The entire job took me about three hours including set-up, clean-up and road test. Most folks hand tighten things but please make sure you check you properly torque everything per spec on Topix. I would also recommend wearing a respirator or dust mask.
PARTS:
- 2x Brembo calipers from 2014+ RRS L494 (I sourced these on Ebay)
- New or used – just be sure of the condition if used
- Part numbers vary between w/red, w/o red and SVR just make sure to get the same color!
- 1L DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Part Number | Part Name | Quantity |
LR01617B | Front Brake Disc[SUP]1[/SUP] | 2 |
LR020362 | Front Brake Pads[SUP]2[/SUP] | 1 |
LR002080 | Rotor Bolt[SUP]3[/SUP] | 2 |
LR016683 | Caliper Assembly Retainer Kit | 2 |
LR033274 | Caliper Assembly Mount Bolt[SUP]3[/SUP] | 4 |
LR039165 | Air Duct | 2 |
RYP500920 | Air Duct Screw | 4 |
LR033275 | Wear Indicator[SUP]4[/SUP] | 1 |
[SUP]1[/SUP] I installed non-JLR Brembo part number 09.A773.11 rotors [SUP]2[/SUP] i installed non-JLR ceramic pads [SUP]3[/SUP] Part can be re-used but recommend replacing [SUP]4 [/SUP]Sensor is not interchangeable between standard and Brembo Brakes |