JXONE Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 I want to replace them but heard I could use ones off a WRX. What year WRX? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted May 8, 2013 Moderators Share Posted May 8, 2013 Anything "WRX" other than 06/07 4pots/2pots would be a downgrade. Those specific calipers are red, you can't miss 'em. What are you looking to accomplish? Why are you changing out your calipers? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.sane Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 WRX brakes are a downgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JXONE Posted May 8, 2013 Author Share Posted May 8, 2013 I'm changing my rotors, pads and brake lines, well my calipers look like crap, they look like they are rusting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted May 8, 2013 Moderators Share Posted May 8, 2013 I'm changing my rotors, pads and brake lines, well my calipers look like crap, they look like they are rusting. I have a set of stock calipers for sale if you're interested--good condition. Other than that you're looking at remanufactured stuff from rock auto, wrx red 4/2pots, and then BBKs. EDIT: the rust probably isnt hurting anything and you could also just try an clean them up. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Catalyst. Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 The WRX 4/2 setup is a downgrade from LGT brakes as well. Freshen up those LGT brakes or do what BMB is and get some BBK bling bling. My spec.B [#163] Project Thread with Pictures Get CryoTuned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.sane Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 Is the rust you're referring to like this? http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n75/N_sane88/Project%20Layla/2012-08-19112333.jpg If so, you are fine. Apply some brake lube while you're replacing your pads and rotors too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyscoodle Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 You could always apply some black or silver caliper paint, unless the rust is extremely bad, it's really just a cosmetic issue. As said above, ALL wrx calipers are a downgrade from lgt brakes, even the 4/2 piston fixed ones. Pads, fluid, ss lines, and rotors and you should be solid. The next step up would be sti brembos and then a true BBK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNS Brakes Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Or you can upgrade to Nissan Z32 calipers, uses the same pad shape as the Subaru 4-pot. This set up is nice because it utilizes the fixed caliper design, and it uses an LGT front rotor. Nissan Z32 Caliper Upgrade -Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyscoodle Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 The problem is that the Subaru 4-pot pads have a smaller surface area than the lgt brakes. You get the advantages of a fixed caliper, but smaller pad surface means earlier fade, not really ideal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JXONE Posted May 14, 2013 Author Share Posted May 14, 2013 Thanks fellas! This forum never fails lol Could any one give a list of tools and sizes that I would need to To make this happen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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