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Old May 10, 2009 | 10:34 AM
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hi anyone converted there 2wd rear solid discs to 4x4 vented ? just need to know if i need the carrier or the complete caliper off a 4x4 as want to fit vented on the rears insted of the solids any info allways greatfull
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Old May 10, 2009 | 11:11 AM
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you need caliper including carrier
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Old May 10, 2009 | 11:15 AM
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As above straight fit then.
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Old May 10, 2009 | 04:08 PM
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Changed mine last year, dead simple just change the whole lot over as said above.

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Old May 10, 2009 | 04:56 PM
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Is this a worthwhile mod guys,does it make much difference?
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I've been racing on 2WD rear discs and calipers and the rear pads have been wearing away very quickly because of the heat. Now switched to 4WD set up at the back with vented discs and see less pad wear and presumably cooler rear brakes. I couldn't say that I've noticed much improvement in braking though.

Pics here if you're interested: http://racecarprep.blogspot.com/2009...and-discs.html

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Old May 10, 2009 | 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Char1ie
I've been racing on 2WD rear discs and calipers and the rear pads have been wearing away very quickly because of the heat. Now switched to 4WD set up at the back with vented discs and see less pad wear and presumably cooler rear brakes. I couldn't say that I've noticed much improvement in braking though.

Pics here if you're interested: http://racecarprep.blogspot.com/2009...and-discs.html

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Ta mate
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Old May 10, 2009 | 06:44 PM
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ive got a complete 4x4 rear set up for sale in parts ,inc vented,grooved discs and feredo pads,braided lines,
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hi thanks for the advice, knew it was a better idea than running 2wd just wasnt sure of the fitting of them.. so if i got the 4x4 rear calipers and discs they just bolt onto the original holes the 2wd one are bolted to ?

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Old May 11, 2009 | 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by rs2klee
hi thanks for the advice, knew it was a better idea than running 2wd just wasnt sure of the fitting of them.. so if i got the 4x4 rear calipers and discs they just bolt onto the original holes the 2wd one are bolted to ?

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Yup - it all fits up easily
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Old May 11, 2009 | 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by AndyPen
Yup - it all fits up easily

nice one thanks

discs and callipers on order
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