The big brake kits that actually fit a classic Mini, including on 13 inch wheels, and why a subframe conversion means you shop by the hub instead of the badge.

The big brake kits that actually fit a classic Mini, including on 13 inch wheels, and why a subframe conversion means you shop by the hub instead of the badge.

The big brake kits we would fit to a Ford Escort Mk5, from a £785 one piece HiSpec conversion to the Tarox 340mm Super Sport, with the Cosworth listings explained.

The big brake kits we would actually fit to a Honda Civic, from the HiSpec 310mm Billet 4 to the Tarox 340mm Super Sport, with the chassis codes each kit is listed for and an honest answer on wheel clearance.

What brake pad compounds actually are, the Tarox Strada, Corsa and Enduro windows explained, every EBC, Ferodo and Mintex pad on the HiSpec shelf, and which we would fit for road, track day or race.

Grooved, drilled or plain: what each brake disc face actually does, what every Tarox style is for, and which face we would put on your car for road, fast road or track.