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Old Jan 29, 2005 | 04:09 AM
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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.
Old Jan 29, 2005 | 06:58 AM
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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.
Old Jan 29, 2005 | 10:38 AM
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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?
Old Jan 29, 2005 | 11:12 AM
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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...
Old Jan 29, 2005 | 11:17 AM
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yep get the jdm 99 brakes.. very nice addition.. I think I may know of selling a complete kit...
Old Jan 29, 2005 | 04:48 PM
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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.
Old Jan 29, 2005 | 07:20 PM
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ahh the jdm 99 brakes the rears are sold from what I hear.. best bet www.jt-imports.com
Old Jan 29, 2005 | 07:24 PM
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youre in luck today, my boy just found this..

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Old Jan 30, 2005 | 04:50 PM
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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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