Are there any good write ups on LS400 brake swap?
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Ok I will probably just leave the rear alone then. But as far as why I am upgrading the front brakes.....Why not? I already have the wheels and ss lines. It's just another modification to add to the list. I am not too worried about stop time, or auto crossing the car, to me it's all about just having a nice custom ride. The more tasteful mods I have done to the car, the nicer the car feels to me. It will also make the front brakes look less whimpy with my 19's on there. I guess it's just for the image, and bragging rights somewhat
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yes this is a great upgrade for the money you could have gone to autozone for the calipers there only 95 per side already rebuilt for you... and i just made my own rcas but am going to get the ones from figs once they come out it there histeer arm upgrade for the lower ball joint has well...
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yes this is a great upgrade for the money you could have gone to autozone for the calipers there only 95 per side already rebuilt for you... and i just made my own rcas but am going to get the ones from figs once they come out it there histeer arm upgrade for the lower ball joint has well...
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I would think you could use your existing bolts, they should be the same thread pitch. Shims and hardware kit you would have to buy, inless you bought aftermarket pads which sometimes come with the shims. I found an e-bay auction for OEM calipers that look like they are in great shape....the bid is currently at $99 with no bidders. Item number: 150404927610 on e-bay
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I didn't trim anything. I folded it twice with pliers....each time flattening it was much as possible. Just make sure nothing rubs against the rotor shield/backing plate.