Front caliper Pad Problem
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: Baldwinsville, NY
Front caliper Pad Problem
Have installed new caliper, rotor and pads. There seems to be no space on the inboard side and 1/4" space on the outboard side.
Are there shims to move the rotor out and are ther shims to help with run out?
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Mikep3, 78 Silver Anv. L48 4spd.
Are there shims to move the rotor out and are ther shims to help with run out?
http://www.shutterfly.com/view/pictures.jsp
Mikep3, 78 Silver Anv. L48 4spd.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: Baldwinsville, NY
Checked with NAPA, I have the correct rotor part number and there is not a hole for the rear brake adjust.
I will recheck the old rotors which I thought one was worped, but it just needed shimming.
If you know were to get shims for rotors, let me know.
I will recheck the old rotors which I thought one was worped, but it just needed shimming.
If you know were to get shims for rotors, let me know.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2000
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From: New Hill NC
Check the thickness of the rotor at the center area near the studs. Compare that to the one you took off. Some of those replacements do not work correctly, but NAPA is usually a good source. The shims can be made from brass shim stock. I use 3 and 5 thousands. Just make washer from the stock and place on the stud where necessary.
