bodilx6 Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 (edited) To convert from jspec to UK/EU i need what? Front/rear calipers front/rear dics front/rear pads front/rear shim kit front/rear "lock set" - don't know what this is, but Toyota quoted me for it when I asked for brake pricing As I've bought used front calipers (for 50£) I should get a "restoration kit". I haven't been able to find any info on this on the forum. Any idea of what it is called in english? I would love a guide to renovate the calipers. Also, only thing I got with my calipers were 4 long bolts (guessing these are to fit the pads and a single weird clip and one screw. Will I get ALL I need to install them with shim/lock kits or do I need extra parts to fit them in place of my j-specs? http://idisk.me.com/stefanbovien/Public/brakes/studs.jpg Looks better after a bit of grinding and painting: http://idisk.me.com/stefanbovien/Public/brakes/calipers.jpg Just need some decals and a clear coat after getting them renovated (heard that I probably will blow some brake fluid out while doing this - possibly messing up the paint / clear coat) Edited September 13, 2010 by bodilx6 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 (edited) you will also need fitting kit, front and rear dude(AKA Anti rattle Kit) http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=192480&page=40 (see post 594) And http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=192480&page=41 ( see post 606) Edited September 13, 2010 by Geo (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodilx6 Posted September 13, 2010 Author Share Posted September 13, 2010 Thanks. I would guess this was the "shim kit" but I will look into that. Anything else? (I was thinking bolts and stuff to actually fit calipers and discs and so on, but also the 'small things' like this) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 Thanks. I would guess this was the "shim kit" but I will look into that. Anything else? (I was thinking bolts and stuff to actually fit calipers and discs and so on, but also the 'small things' like this) no the shims go on the back of the Pads, the pistons push onto these, so you will need the Anti rattle kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodilx6 Posted September 13, 2010 Author Share Posted September 13, 2010 Great, thanks. Found this: 04479-14140 Front Brake Caliper Overhaul Kit and: 04945-14110 Toyota Front Brake Shim Kit (anti squeal shims for pads) 04947-14010 Toyota Front Brake Fitting Kit (spring fittings for pads) 04948-14010 Toyota Rear Brake Fitting Kit (spring fittings for pads) I wouldn't bother with rear shim kit, better brake feel without them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 i thought i remembered this. you should have just kept this thread going bud. http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=224205&highlight=brake+kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodilx6 Posted September 13, 2010 Author Share Posted September 13, 2010 Should probably have done that yeah. Sorry. Had most of what I needed there, but as I got the calipers now and found a few questions, I started a new one. Consistency is a great thing though, so I'm fairly sure of what to order now :-) Thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodilx6 Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 Quick question: Does the UK rear brakes include drums, shoes and all? Or will I use the ones in my j-spec setup? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 Quick question: Does the UK rear brakes include drums, shoes and all? Or will I use the ones in my j-spec setup? The rear discs just bolt onto the hubs, you don't need to touch the handbake shoes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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