Preparation and installation of brake disc splash plates for Brembo 17Z calipers

After checking several options, I decided to install 256mm brake disc shields because they fit without requiring modifications. Later I might consider something else.

In my previous post, I described the possible options.

I bought aftermarket cover plates, but since I already have them, I decided to protect them a bit better.

Brake Disc Splash Guard Bolts

When changing brake shields, it’s worth replacing the bolts at the same time, especially since they cost very little. We need 6 bolts (3 per splash plate).

Part number: WHT005227

Bolts `WHT005227` for brake disc splash plates

PS. These bolts fit all brake disc dust shields in Polo 6R – regardless of the type of caliper and steering knuckle 😉

256mm Disc Cover Plates

Part numbers

Left brake disc splash guard
Part number: 6R0615311A
Right brake disc splash guard
Part number: 6R0615312A

Protection of Brake Shields

My aftermarket brake disc covers, which I initially bought just to check the fit, were not painted at all, so I lightly mattified the raw sheet metal and painted it first with several layers of zinc paint, then covered it with several layers of FORCH L259 wax, which was recommended to me for protecting screw and nut heads by Rafał from the Polo 6R Poland group (@nrproduction_pl).

I didn’t paint them blue because I don’t know yet how long I’ll keep them: