My D2 has new rotors, pads, fluid, and a new master cylinder. All less than 6 months old. I used a scanner to bleed the ABS. And now, the brakes aren't that bad. In fact they are pretty good. But like others have said, there are SUVs that have better brakes. My 2016 4Runner is pretty much the same size and weight as the D2. It has 4 piston front calipers and 4 wheel vented discs. It stops really well. Much better than the D2. But it is also 12 years newer and has better brake parts. So I think the best way to improve the brakes on the D2 is with a caliper upgrade. Maybe 4 piston calipers in the front. Then it would stop better.

 

It shouldn't hurt... just remember, it is a Rover. So there is a chance it will explode! lol

 

I feel that mine are not great at slow speeds. I hate them when it's one of those fast change your mind parking lot situations. I think it's just the weight, but still not sure. They seem very strong at speed though, when I've had to use them in highway emergencies I've been very pleased.

 

I second the double-pump. Let off after the initial press and hit it the second time and the pads really hook-up but the manual states not to do that.

 

Has anyone tried to put the brake system from a newer Rover onto their DII? The braking system seems inadequate for the weight of the DII, replacing the system seems to be the best alternative.

Seems that many people are replacing the entire system, just using the original equipment instead of upgrading. If it were simple to just replace the stock parts with newer, larger Rover equipment that could be a better option.

 

You can jump the ABS pump right at the relay, bleeding with the ABS pump does help with the disco two step.

 

Just catching up because I am always looking for a way to get better braking. I am NOT an aggressive driver, and have had my Disco since it was brand new... and the brakes have always been lacking, no matter what I do.

 

You could put calipers, master, and booster from a 2004 and it will improve pedal feel a little. Those parts were all changed for the 2003-2004 model years (but there are reports that some 2003 have the older stuff). I know Will Tillery will sell you a used set of 2004 calipers pretty cheap.

The new stuff says "TRW" on the calipers where the old stuff says "Lucas" (on the calipers themselves, not the brackets... all of the brackets say Lucas on them)

 

I'm in need of new front calipers anyway, how can I order these from Will? Any contact information for him?

 

IMO my brakes work fine. One has to bear in mind these are heavy 4x4's and not 'upholstered rollerskates' like an average family saloon and need to be driven as such. In the early days when new I used to drive my 2003 D2 often outbraking many using the ABS and traction control entering a roundabout (I've grown up since then) and drive more sedately.

The essence is to ensure the brake calipers, rotors and pads are in good condition and functioning correctly. Regarding bleeding brakes, the ABS modulator HAS to be actuated during brake bleeding to actuate both of the shuttle valves, whatever anyone else says, as the brakes are a crossover system which acts diagonally in the case of brake failure in one system. The brake fluid used must be DOT 4 or better and changed every 2-3 years. I have no criticisms of the D2 brakes either the 2000 4.0 V8 I originally owned or the 2003 TD5.

IMO stick strictly to the LHD RAVE procedure as IMO they know best how the systems work correctly, other ideas are often just compromises and will affect the brakes, ABS, hill descent and maybe other abilities. I have to admit I have never used the hill descent function as I was taught cadence (modulating) braking many many years ago and the hill descent function, IMO, is for the uninitiated.