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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
pm sent, as well as the money
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
got my brackets, i need the years for the parts that i need. like rotors, calipers and things of that nature
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
The applications and years are listed on the first page of this thread.
Basically you will need front rotors for a '92-'02 AWD Astro/Safari van. The D52 calipers were used on the trucks from '71-'87, as well as many full sized cars from the 60's and 70's. If you need a D52 caliper with a built in e-brake you will need the rear calipers for a '76-'78 Eldorado. As for hoses you can either use hoses from a '71-'72 pickup, hoses for a '79 Chevette, or any of the aftermarket braided stainless hoses. Is there any other parts you need help with?
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
that is exactly what i needed. thanks for the quick response, brackets are beefy. not going to be any flex in them. nice
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
I haven't bought the Eldorado calipers myself, but I have read that they don't come with the arms for the e-brake. Some guys have made their own using the correct size wrench. If you get a set of the Eldorado calipers and they don't come with the arms, and you can't get the issue solved, let me know and I'll get you taken care of.
BTW, your brackets shipped today. You should see them Saturday or Monday at the latest. Thanks again. Quote:
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
That would be fantastic! And if you'd care to sell them...I know a guy in Texas that would probably take them off your hands.
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
I have three projects of my own fighting over which one will get the Eldorado calipers I have. I will let you know if I come across any more.
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
I completely understand that. I will be more than thankful just to get some good pictures of them. May head over to the junkyard in a bit and see if I can get lucky enough to find a set.
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
capt. fab,
i have assembled my rear disc brake kit(d-52 style) and noticed the outer pad is dragging on the rotor hat. is this normal, or should i be concerned? looking at your post of the installed pads it looks like yours are touching as well. is this going to create a singing noise or a vibration in the braking system? thanks again. |
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
Did you also put longer wheel studs in?
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
The assembled brackets shown in the pics were the prototype's. And yes the pads were touching the 'hat' of the rotor. After seeing that issue, I made the caliper brackets 1/16" longer to move the caliper farther from center. This is the first that I've heard of anyone having the pads touching the 'hat of the rotor. I suppose there is a certain amount of variances with different pad manufacturers. I don't know if this would create any noises or issues. Do you have a way to grind down the flange on the pads where they touch?
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
i resolved the issue by clearancing the contact area of the pad on the caliper itself. i think by grinding the pad i was not resolving the issue. by clearancing the caliper i now can replace the pads without any issue in the future. i only have about .040 clearance. since this is a floating caliper i think it will be fine. i tweaked the mounting tabs of the pads to pull it tight against the caliper not not let is float as much. seems to look o.k. i used a napa brand semi metalic pad.
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
These look awesome and I will be getting a set in the future. I just want to make sure of one thing. I can use my stock master cylinder and just add an adjustable proportioning valve and they should work fine, correct?
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
Some guys get away with doing that, but it isn't the correct master cylinder to use. Since you're replacing the rear wheel cylinders with calipers, you need more volume to the rear. So the best master cylinder to use is one designed for a disc/disc brake system. Then you can either install a disc/disc proportioning valve, or install an adjustable proportioning valve in the rear line. The Wilwood unit I posted a pic of above is a nice all in one unit.
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
Anyone ever come up with any more e-brake solutions other than the Caddy calipers?
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I've been looking into the possibility of adding another caliper to the assembly that is mechanically operated.
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Re: D52 Caliper Rear Disc Brake Brackets
Sounds good to me. I'll be keeping my eyes peeled for any updates!
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