quote Originally posted by zmcdonal: Sorry, I am not familiar with the 88 brake setup so I was just guessing they had some sort of different caliper mounting bracket. But thanks for clearing up my question.

It's not a problem, however they do mount very different compared to the 84-87's.

I own page 3 woo!

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quote Originally posted by mattwa: I really would like to see a picture of the brackets and caliper installed without the rotor to see exactly how it goes together. I'm guessing from the brackets in the first post that this kit uses the original caliper mounting bracket (the part that can be unbolted from the knuckle) in the front?

Here is a link to Fiero Addiction's site. My kit is based off his.

http://www.fieroaddiction.com/8712_r3.html


Longer studs will be needed.

I installed the front kit today, I found the brackets to be top quality, and the parts all fit as advertised.

[/hint] Now if I can only get the rear kit to swap the rear so I have matching calipers....

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[This message has been edited by topcat (edited 12-24-2011).]

After holiday bump.

Any more updates?

The parking brake issue should be resolved by using 88 cables and the connector that Fieroguru designed for his brake upgrade. I don't have proof of this, but I'll see what I can come up with or if I can purchase the connector from him.

As for the rear brackets, I had an issue with the aluminum ones and will need some time to get them into spec. I can run a small batch of steel ones if need be. I wound up using steel ones on my car.

The rear are more involved to install than the front. The knuckle will need to be trimmed and the ball joint plate will need to be trimmed. The 88 calipers will be reversed from side to side and the parking brake will run over the axle instead of under.

Dave

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quote Originally posted by bmwguru: The parking brake issue should be resolved by using 88 cables and the connector that Fieroguru designed for his brake upgrade. I don't have proof of this, but I'll see what I can come up with or if I can purchase the connector from him. As for the rear brackets, I had an issue with the aluminum ones and will need some time to get them into spec. I can run a small batch of steel ones if need be. I wound up using steel ones on my car. The rear are more involved to install than the front. The knuckle will need to be trimmed and the ball joint plate will need to be trimmed. The 88 calipers will be reversed from side to side and the parking brake will run over the axle instead of under. Dave

From a length standpoint the 88 cables are longer than the 84-87 by about 4 1/2" (DS) and 7 3/8" (PS). What I do not know is if the available range of motion is the same between the years.

88 cable lengths:
DS = 34.25 with threaded end for adjustment
PS = 40.125 with barrel ends on both ends

84-87 cable lengths:
DS = 29.75 with threaded end for adjustment
PS = 32.75 with barrel ends on both ends

Dave,
When they are ready , i actually wouldn't mind mine in steel if it is not too much trouble.
also how much of the ball joint plate needs to be trimmed? any pics of this?
thanks,
al

an any updates bump????

I caught the flu, but almost all better.

As for the brake kit, we are making a rear set for Topcat and it should be ready today. If everything fits as we hope, I'll run off more sets and get them up for sale with the people who bought the front set first in line for the rear set.
I still have a few front sets left in stock and ready to ship.

Dave

i'll take a front set as long as the rear set is going to be made (steel first choice for the rear but not necessary). if it is just a matter of tweeking and testing and the parking brake issue is solved, pm me your desired method of payment and i'll pay for the fronts ...and add me to the list for the rears of course.
thanks
al

I just wanted to double check on this rotor package to make sure it will fit. please let me know, thanks in advance.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/C4-...2c14a#ht_6333wt_1180

still have the flu kicking my butt.....

Those brakes will work as long as they are not HD brakes. The pads will be useless or you'll have to resell them. Best bet is to buy them from Summit Racing or Rockauto
Dave

Ive tired looking on summit, but to get them zinc plated is ridiculous. I'll try rock auto. Thanks

Bump, and looking for updates.

Tony,

Won't be making it do Daytona but I will be in Charleston on May 29-30 doing a workshop. Maybe I could get a look at your upgrade when I am in town? I still haven't installed my Lebaron upgrade although I have all the parts so I may sell it and go with Dave's kit. Are the machined front hubs the same for both? I already have mine done.

Will

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Will, the hubs are the same. I like this swap over the Lebaron swap for a couple of reasons.

1 - the caliper is a stock Fiero caliper and looks more at home on the Fiero
2 - More stopping power

As soon as I get the brackets for the rear and get the rear done, I will put my LeBaron swap conversion in the Mall for sell. The LeBaron works great, but I like the look of the Vette swap more.

pm sent with my phone and contact info... I look forward to seeing you here in Charleston in May

Hmm I wonder how this upgrade would work if I still had my S10 (if I can remember correctly) master cylinder in from my Lebaron swap... hmm..

quote Originally posted by doublec4: Hmm I wonder how this upgrade would work if I still had my S10 (if I can remember correctly) master cylinder in from my Lebaron swap... hmm..

It wouldn't work as well with the larger master cylinder if you don't upgrade to the S10 brake booster as well. Most likely too much pedal effort.

quote Originally posted by mattwa: It wouldn't work as well with the larger master cylinder if you don't upgrade to the S10 brake booster as well. Most likely too much pedal effort.

I currently have a bit of a spongey pedal. Brakes and master has been bled several times but its the same issue. I would prefer a firmer pedal at this point.

Are the front sets still available? I was going to do the LeBaron swap (actually used to get the brackets made) but I do believe I like this idea better. I am switching to a '88 rear suspension and was wondering if a similar upgrade was still being manufactured by anyone.

Bob

I have a few front sets left. pm me if you want one.

Dave

pm sent
al

The rear kit is back at the machinist getting remade. It will probably be a few weeks and then they will be ready to go.

In the meantime, between fixing BMWs and Fieros, we will be running off a few sets in steel.

Dave

My front kit arrived today!! Very high quality looking stuff.

I was just thinking, maybe you should ask and see if you can get this tread moved into the Mall section so we can leave feedback for you. My kit looks awesome, I cant wait to install it.

Moved to The Mall by request of OP.