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nicks199050gt

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Can you use the brakes off of a 97 gt and install them on a 90 gt? Whats involved what parts do I need? Thanks for the help
 

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Read Matt90GT's website http://svo73mm.cjb.net

He covers everything you need to do on his 5 lug conversion page to fit the SN95 brakes on a Fox. There are several step by step how to install pages also around the web.
 

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To use the 97 brakes on a 90 you have to swap over the whole spindle assembly and switch to 5 lug wheels. People do it all the time, but it's not just as simple as bolting on new calipers and rotors.
 

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i had to use 3 washers sa a spacer to get the crown nut to hold the spindle on. then i had to grind the washers to get the shock on. PITA if u ask me.
 
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you may have some rubbing issues with the 97 brakes since they sit out further then the sn95's. You will also need to swap to newer balljoints or use a .330 spacer. In my opinion it is worth it as I have done this myself and would do it again if I ever buy another stang. I used the sn95 setup though. I would go with the PBR brakes off a 99+ mustang too.
 
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