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OK.. I have done a search and find NADA! what do I need to ask?

I am going to get some 951 front calipers rotors spidles( which i don't need) and pad's..
What else would I need or mod to make these fit the 78 SC?
Can anyone throw a fast list out for me..
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You probably put in too many search words. I did "951" and "caliper" and got this thread in which Bill V. posts a how to link. 951 Calipers on an SC
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Try 951 and caliper. BUT, if you'll read through some of the responses, it's probably not worth the trouble.

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So you guys don't think it's a worth while upgrade??
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I think it's a worth while upgrade. As a matter of fact, I have a set of 951 brakes that I will machine to fit on my '76.

Sure there are bigger and better brakes one can do, but I got my calipers for cheap and I am putting them on myself.
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S-man ,
What is a good deal for rotors/calipers/pads? or better yet what did ya score yours for?
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993 calipers easy choice - the 951's you have to machine the chit out of. You also need to space the hubs out another 3mm to clear the a-arm ball joint. So, if you haven't rolled your fenders yet, then your front tires aren't big enough - if you have - can you afford another 3mm?
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993 calipers easy choice - the 951's you have to machine the chit out of. You also need to space the hubs out another 3mm to clear the a-arm ball joint. So, if you haven't rolled your fenders yet, then your front tires aren't big enough - if you have - can you afford another 3mm?
You can get the spacing using De-Cambered Ball Joints. These move the bottom of the tire out, not the top. Then adjust the strut top for the camber/clearance of your choosing.

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http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/911M/POR_911M_suspen_pg10.htm#item41
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Or I guess you can use the decambered ball joint = Is this a recent development Chuck? I don't remember seeing this option when I was putting my brake package together...

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