BRAKE CALIPER PUCKS or PISTONS for 981 GT4

BRAKE CALIPER PUCKS or PISTONS for 981 GT4Brake Caliper Piston Pucks (replacement for original ceramic pucks) and Pistons (replacement for original pistons and pucks) for Porsche 981 GT4 Don't compromise on safety or performance choose our titanium pucks or pistons for enhanced braking reliability and a smoother, more responsive driving experience on and off the track. Our pucks and pistons will ensure that your braking system can handle even the most demanding race conditions, giving you the

Brake Caliper Piston Pucks (replacement for original ceramic pucks) and Pistons (replacement for original pistons and pucks) for Porsche 981 GT4

Don't compromise on safety or performance – choose our titanium pucks or pistons for enhanced braking reliability and a smoother, more responsive driving experience on and off the track. Our pucks and pistons will ensure that your braking system can handle even the most demanding race conditions, giving you the confidence to push your Porsche to the limit.

[ THE PROBLEM ]

Many owners, drivers, and enthusiasts of the Porsche GT4, who visit race tracks with this model in 80% of cases, are facing issues with the braking system.

Whether the brakes are equipped with factory steel or PCCB calipers, ceramic pucks are mounted on the pistons as a thermal barrier, preventing excessive heat transfer from the pads to the pistons and fluid. These pucks help reduce heat buildup, but due to the extreme temperatures and repeated heat cycles from aggressive or prolonged braking on the track, the ceramic pucks can become brittle and break down. Initial signs of this failure include cracking or chipping.

Missing or damaged ceramic pucks can lead to diminished braking performance and increased heat transfer to the fluid. If a significant number of pucks fail, it could result in serious and dangerous braking issues.

This issue is frequently overlooked during brake pad replacements, as technicians are typically unaware of it and fail to inspect for it.

[ THE SOLUTION ]

- PUCKS

Gold Leaf pucks are made of annealed aerospace titanium Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5). They offer similar thermal properties to ceramic pucks but are much more durable under repeated heat cycles.

- PISTONS

Gold Leaf pistons are made of annealed aerospace titanium Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5) and coated with SMUX for absolute wear resistance and minimal friction. They offer better thermal properties to ceramic pucks and original pistons.

[ KEY BENEFITS ]

- PUCKS

1. Lower weight (-15,8 %): Titanium is lighter than ceramic, which can reduce the overall weight of the braking system. This results in quicker response times for acceleration, braking, and direction changes, especially noticeable on the track.
2. Higher strength: Titanium is stronger and more wear-resistant, meaning it can withstand higher temperatures and greater forces without deforming. This is particularly beneficial on the track, where braking temperatures can reach extreme levels.

- PISTONS

1. Lower weight (-1,5 %): Titanium is lighter than aluminum, which can reduce the overall weight of the braking system. This results in quicker response times for acceleration, braking, and direction changes, especially noticeable on the track.
2. Higher strength: Titanium is stronger and more wear-resistant, meaning it can withstand higher temperatures and greater forces without deforming. This is particularly beneficial on the track, where braking temperatures can reach extreme levels.
3. Better heat resistance: Titanium has superior resistance to temperature fluctuations and corrosion compared to aluminum, which can extend the lifespan of the braking pistons, especially in the extreme conditions of a race track.
   

[ INSTALLATION ]

Installing of the Gold Leaf Piston Pucks:
1.    Remove the wheels.
2.    Unplug the brake lines and remove the calipers.
3.    Remove brake pistons from the calipers.
4.    Unscrew the original ceramic pucks and screw in the new titanium pucks. Be careful regarding the piston surface. We recommend using Loctite on the screw threads.
5.    Insert brake pistons back in their caliper sleeves.
6.    Install the calipers and brake lines, bleed the calipers with new braking fluid and install the wheels.

Installing of the Gold Leaf Piston Pistons:
1.    Remove the wheels.
2.    Unplug the brake lines and remove the calipers.
3.    Remove brake pistons from the calipers.
5.    Insert Gold Leaf brake pistons in their caliper sleeves.
6.    Install the calipers and brake lines, bleed the calipers with new braking fluid and install the wheels.

[ SILICONE DUST BOOTS ]

Upon request we can also provide new silicone dust boots. The original rubber boots are prone to degradation. Silicone boots for front calipers are 130€ and the rear ones are 90€.

[ DISCLAIMER ]

GOLD LEAF lightweight performance is not sponsored, associated, approved, endorsed nor, in any way, affiliated with Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche, AG (www.porsche.com). The Porsche® name and crest are trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche AG, and any other products mentioned are the trademarks of their respective holders. Any mention of trademarked names or other marks is for purpose of reference only.