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Volkswagen Golf 2 / Jetta 2 V-Maxx Big Brake Kit 290 mm 4-piston

This big brake kit Golf 2 290 mm from V-Maxx is the compact brake upgrade for the Golf II and Jetta II: 290 mm two-piece brake discs with 4-piston calipers made of forged aluminium, which already fit behind 15 inch wheels. Sport brake pads and vehicle-specific adapters are included.

On the track, during track days and when drifting, the original brakes of a Golf 2 or Jetta 2 quickly reach their limit under repeated hard braking. This kit gives more braking power and keeps the braking behaviour consistent, with much less fade.

V-Maxx Autosport is a Dutch manufacturer and gives a 2-year warranty. The kit has a TÜV certificate according to §19.3 and is approved for use on public roads.

Key benefits

• Fits from 15 inch: the 290 mm discs fit behind relatively small wheels
• Forged aluminium 4-piston calipers for more braking power on the front axle
• Two-piece discs made of high-carbon steel, grooved, with ultra-light floating aluminium bells
• Less fade: consistent braking behaviour under repeated hard braking
• Fast cooling: aluminium conducts heat about 5 times better than steel
• Ready to fit with V-Maxx sport brake pads with TÜV approval and adapters for the original rubber brake hoses
• TÜV §19.3 for public roads, with a 2-year warranty

Suitable for

Volkswagen Golf II and Jetta II (19E), 1983 to 1992

• Golf II (19E), 08-1983 to 11-1991: all versions from 37 to 155 kW, not for cars with ESP
• Jetta II (19E), 08-1983 to 12-1992: all versions from 37 to 155 kW, not for cars with ESP
• Golf II and Jetta II: check in advance which steering knuckle is fitted to the car. If the original knuckle is not suitable, choose the 20 VW290 02+AD version including new steering knuckles.

Minimum wheel size: 15 inch. Check the clearance with the fitment template (WFC, Wheel Fitment Chart); a wheel spacer is sometimes required.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: V-Maxx Autosport (Netherlands)
• Part number: 20 VW290 02
• Brake discs: 290 mm, two-piece, grooved, high-carbon steel with floating aluminium bell
• Calipers: 4-piston, forged aluminium
• Brake pads: V-Maxx sport brake pads with TÜV approval
• Minimum wheel size: 15 inch
• Approval: TÜV §19.3
• Axle: front axle
• Included: calipers, brake discs with aluminium bells, brake pads, vehicle-specific adapters and fitting hardware

Fitting and delivery

Fit the kit according to the V-Maxx fitting instructions supplied. The kit only fits cars with original steering knuckles; check in advance which knuckle is fitted to the car. Do not use wheel cleaner, as it attacks the aluminium; mild soap is sufficient. For heavy track use, V-Maxx recommends removing the dust seals from the calipers.

Optional: V-Maxx Steelflex steel braided brake hoses for the front axle (370 mm, set of 2) with PTFE inner hose and TÜV approval, Ferodo brake fluid (500 ml) and a V-Maxx wear indicator set. Delivery time: 4 to 7 days.

290 mm discs and four pistons per caliper behind a 15 inch wheel: this is how a Golf 2 gets the brakes the track demands.

Why choose this big brake kit Golf 2 290?

This big brake kit Golf 2 290 mm is the right choice if you want to keep running smaller wheels: the kit fits from 15 inch, whereas the 330 mm version requires at least 17 inch. Caliper, bracket and bell are made of aluminium and the discs have directional cooling channels, so the kit cools down much faster. As a result, the braking power stays consistent under repeated hard braking, with TÜV approval for public roads.

Frequently asked questions

Which version do I need?

That depends on the steering knuckle and the wheel size. This 290 mm kit is for cars with a suitable original steering knuckle and fits wheels from 15 inch. If the original knuckle is not suitable, choose the 20 VW290 02+AD, which is supplied including new steering knuckles, wheel bearings and wheel hubs. For more braking performance with wheels of at least 17 inch, there is the 330 mm kit 20 VW330 09.

Does the big brake kit Golf 2 290 mm fit behind my wheels?

The big brake kit Golf 2 290 mm fits wheels from 15 inch. Check the clearance with the fitment template (WFC); a wheel spacer is sometimes required.

Does the kit fit a Golf 2 with ESP?

No. This kit is not suitable for cars with ESP.

Is the big brake kit Golf 2 290 mm suitable for a car with more power than standard?

Yes, definitely. A Golf 2 or Jetta 2 with more power than standard benefits most from this kit: 290 mm discs and 4-piston calipers give more braking power and much less fade. The kW limits in the application list refer to the original factory output, and with an officially approved power upgrade the TÜV approval remains valid.

What is the delivery time?

The delivery time is 4 to 7 days.

Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.