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Il RX8 lI 01-29-2005 04:09 AM

I'm going to be using 18" rims (Enkei RPO 3s) since they're nice and light and provide all the caliper/rotor clearance that I'd possibly need. However, I can't find any sort of rear caliper upgrades out there, just better pads and rotors. I'm wanting to go with Endless 4 pistons for the rears but I need help with the sizing. Also, will I still be able to use my e-brake? I've noticed some rear systems that disable the hand brake system. If I do have to get rid of it, are there any alternatives (besides leaving it in gear every time I park, or putting blocks in front of the wheels, or any other impracticle and possibly dangerous methods) that allow me to use it again? Thanks a whole lot for any help.

TyresmokinRx7 01-29-2005 06:58 AM

I can't see your laws allowing you to do that. I'm thinking that the car is still registered, thus meaning you need to have a working e-brake.

Don't really know your rules and regulations. Inquire first.

Il RX8 lI 01-29-2005 10:38 AM


Originally Posted by TyresmokinRx7' date='Jan 29 2005, 06:57 AM
I can't see your laws allowing you to do that. I'm thinking that the car is still registered, thus meaning you need to have a working e-brake.

Don't really know your rules and regulations. Inquire first.


Ah, I don't want to do without it at all. If the system requires me to, I need to find another system to work in its place. I've heard of hydraulic parking brakes, anyone know what's up with that?

rfreeman27 01-29-2005 11:12 AM

They updated the size of the rear brakes in 1999. It is a popular bolt on to swap them onto the us cars. People with bring front brake kits say that they are sufficient to balance the brakes out...

Jay7 01-29-2005 11:17 AM

yep get the jdm 99 brakes.. very nice addition.. I think I may know of selling a complete kit...

Il RX8 lI 01-29-2005 04:48 PM


Originally Posted by jxy nyc' date='Jan 29 2005, 11:17 AM
yep get the jdm 99 brakes.. very nice addition.. I think I may know of selling a complete kit...


Excellent. Thanks very much. If you can find any links, please send them.

Jay7 01-29-2005 07:20 PM

ahh the jdm 99 brakes the rears are sold from what I hear.. best bet www.jt-imports.com

Jay7 01-29-2005 07:24 PM

youre in luck today, my boy just found this..

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAP...bayphotohosting

Il RX8 lI 01-30-2005 04:50 PM


Originally Posted by jxy nyc' date='Jan 29 2005, 07:24 PM

I'm needing the rear brakes, unless of course the front ones work the same way and allow me to keep my e-brake.


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