$1000 USD Standalone ABS Conversion

Let's be honest, having brakes that don't just 'work' but rather work well is awesome even on a car never driven in anger on the track. What's even better than good brakes though? Good brakes AND ABS, well, we think so.

Drum brakes have their advantages, but when looking to modernize an old FJ40/BJ42 disc brakes and an ABS system were a bit of a no-brainer and that's what we're discussing in this 'Today at HPA' [Update 310]. With what were thought to be Mitsubishi EVO callipers bought for a bargain turning out to be much larger Range Rover units, the front system is well sorted and note the master cylinder sizing has been managed around this, and the Audi rear brake setup which includes the electric handbrake setup we have covered previously to demonstrate some PDM usage.

An MK60 ABS control unit is used here which is common in BMWs and outside of our shores is a very common option for ABS conversions considering it works as a standalone, meaning independent of any engine control units, so you don't have to run a BMW ECU or trick this setup into thinking one is there (harder than it sounds), but rather just use its own control module.

The cost for the ABS setup so far is around $1000 USD, which when compared to the likes of a motorsport-specific unit is saving around $7000 USD noting they are also two VERY different things with this unit still being something to consider for club level racers.

TIME STAMPS:

0:00 - Adding ABS To A Classic Car
0:30 - Braking System Upgrade
1:10 - Front Brakes
2:00 - Rear Brakes
2:20 - MK60 ABS Control Unit
3:42 - Motorsport Alternatives
4:02 - Master Cylinder & Pressure Switches
4:32 - ABS Computer & Pump
5:04 - Wheel Speed Sensors
6:10 - Not Quite A 'Bolt & Send'
7:21 - Cost: Approx $1000 USD
7:38 - Other Required Sensors & Advantages
8:08 - Master Cylinder Sizing Vs Brake Bias
8:50 - Thumbs Up, Subscribe, Grab A Beer, ??? & Profit

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