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JenkinsBS

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im wondering if i could buy some rotors and calipers that fit an 87-93 mustangs, and install them on my 86. wouldnt that be just like doing the brake upgrade from the junkyard like everyone talks about (casue 86 fox brakes sucked)? casue i dont want to go out and get used rotors and calipers... so i could buy them new and they would work, eh?


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SEARCH - MATT90GT his website pretty much says it all. Sorry i dont remember it off hand
 

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Can't, you need 87-93 5.0 spindles to use the bigger rotor.
 

JenkinsBS

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BlackFox5.0 said:
Can't, you need 87-93 5.0 spindles to use the bigger rotor.
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i dont haev a problem getting spindles... casue those are like, parts that dont wear out that easily... correct? and can i buy them brand new too?
 

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I think you can get spindles from a parts store, not sure. If you want better brakes get the 87-93 spindles with the 87-93 rotors, and a 73mm caliper and a master clyinder. Unless you plan on going 5-lug in the future. If thats the case, just hold off on the brakes till then.
 
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