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Old May 5, 2010 | 07:15 PM
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hi,i want to fit 4x4 cossie calipers to my s2,what discs do i need,2wd or 4wd??also what is the story at the rear,the car is lowered,if i fit discs will i need to adjust the load sensor?is there any difference between 2 and 4wd discs regards performance,will 2wd non vented be good enough?ta,lee
also,what handbrake cable do i use when converting to discs??

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Old May 5, 2010 | 07:21 PM
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just look at the sticky at the top of the page, that will answer alot of your questions.
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Old May 5, 2010 | 07:31 PM
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i think you just need cossie items but check out the top of the escort rs forum for a guide

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cool,had a look and got the info that i need.its pretty expensive i would say.ill have to get searching for bargains,theres a rear disc conversion on ebay for £180,just need front calipers,ill maybe put up an ad in the wanted section.cheers guys!
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Old May 6, 2010 | 03:41 AM
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got a pair of discs and calipers for just over a ton.cheap discs but i wont be using it too hard so should be ok!cheers!
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