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You were beaten fair and square.
The sooner you accept that, the sooner you can build a bridge and get over it.
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Bluebird is a lot lighter than a Skyline don't forget
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Did you go the VN Rotors because the R32 Rotors wouldn't fit under the
calipers when bolted to the solid rear end.
And why did you have to go the VN handbrake, I assume that the R31
handbrake wouldn't connect to the r32 caliper stuff.
I am going to climb under the car tonight (r31 sedan) and have a good look see.
I was going to use r32 GTR or r33 gts-t stuff if possible.
He used the Commodore rotor because he used the Commodore backing plate + drum handbrake assembly.
R31 handbrake operates the caliper, R32 handbrake operates a mini drum brake inside the rotor.
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Make sure your handbrake is off too
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Doh, I just re-read your post and you said non 4 spot.
R32 non turbo brakes are the same as a turbo Siliva (so I believe) so you shouldn't have any problem with wheel offset.
Have you considered using R33 non turbo brakes? They're twin piston
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Can someone tell me which bits I need to convert an 84/85 model DR30RS Skyline to the 5 Stud patern . I suspect the front hubs will be R31 and probably the rear stub axles from an IRS R31 . Also I seem to recall that the non 4 spot braked R32 used similar sized but thicker front discs and matching Sumitomo steel calipers also with 60mm pistons . Can I use any of this and maintain all the std offsets .
Thanks A .
R31 IRS models are 4 stud - you'll need the 5 stud hubs from a turbo Z31 300ZX. Which are bloody rare!
As for the fronts, if the hubs are semi floating type (like the R31 passage etc w/ removable rotor) just a stimple re-drilling and you'll have 5 stud.
If you're going to use the R32 4 pots, you'll need new offset wheels. If you're going to 5 stud all around, rims shouldn't be a problem.. just get anything from a turbo R32, and you're laughing! They're the perfect offset/fit for a Bluebird.
off topic here, I noticed you said you had a Bluebird.. check out my website if you're keen - www.910bluebird.com - now has a web gallery + a forum (shameless plug)
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Can someone tell me which bits I need to convert an 84/85 model DR30RS Skyline to the 5 Stud patern . I suspect the front hubs will be R31 and probably the rear stub axles from an IRS R31 . Also I seem to recall that the non 4 spot braked R32 used similar sized but thicker front discs and matching Sumitomo steel calipers also with 60mm pistons . Can I use any of this and maintain all the std offsets .
Thanks A .
R31 IRS models are 4 stud - you'll need the 5 stud hubs from a turbo Z31 300ZX. Which are bloody rare!
As for the fronts, if the hubs are semi floating type (like the R31 passage etc w/ removable rotor) just a stimple re-drilling and you'll have 5 stud.
If you're going to use the R32 4 pots, you'll need new offset wheels. If you're going to 5 stud all around, rims shouldn't be a problem.. just get anything from a turbo R32, and you're laughing! They're the perfect offset/fit for a Bluebird.
off topic here, I noticed you said you had a Bluebird.. check out my website if you're keen - www.910bluebird.com - now has a web gallery + a forum (shameless plug)
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I've had a new brainstorm into fitting the R32 rear brakes.
This involves the A arms from a R31 import (passage, etc). Seeing how they have an internal drum handbrake and vented rear discs, I'm under the assumption that the R32 gear SHOULD fit straight on without any fuss. I'm going to borrow a set of R32 rear brakes (I know a dude who has a spare R31 IRS cradle) so I'll know for sure pretty soon.
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Brian,
Ever considered putting the R30 IRS assembly into your TRX Bluebird?
Way ahead of you
I got some IRS from a p910 import Bluebird (same setup as r30/c210) but it has smaller brakes than the DR30 (a lot smaller, can get actual measurements when I get the car back.. pretty sure same as the 280zx), and I've also managed to chase down an import booster so I can use a s12/13 15/16 Tokico master cyl instead of the silly Australian Girlock one.
So having the braking power of a r32 in a car that's so much lighter is a big appeal, as having brakes to stop with is always good!
I should have my car back this weekend (Friday 6th Feb 2004) with the IRS in, and I can put up some pictures for anybody who'se interested.
Cheers,
Brian.
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hey slip??
exactally wot is done to the rear brake set up in your 31??
are you able to get the rear of the car to step out using the handbrake??
Correct me if I'm wrong somebody, but I heard that if you use the drum brake backing plate from the diff of a VN Commodore, you can attach the r32 handbrake drums to it, and fit the twin piston calipers / rotors like you'd put on any set of rear brakes.
Cheers,
Brian.
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I've got a r30 sedan, which I'm, about to fit the rear disc's off the hatch to. I've been told that early 90's 300zx calipers (Twin Spot Opposed, I thinks it the same as r32 rear calipers) will attach to the standard caliper bracket and then 89 model 300zx rear discs (4 stud pattern 290mm, not vented) can be used.
BTW. Have you upgraded your fronts and if so what did you use
I got R32 gts-t front brakes (4 spot calipers with 280x30mm rotors)
I've heard about using the z31 rear brakes, but they're somewhat hard to find.. so hence why I'm looking at the r32/z32 rear brakes.. my only concern is the handbrake assembly (hooking up and having work).. otherwise I'd use the z31 gear for sure
Cheers,
Brian.
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Late reply, but I'm new so it's forgiven
I have done this conversion in my TRX Bluebird (altho it's no Skyline) the prinicple is the same.. I just used the s13 strut and wheel hub.. it fitted on my lower control arm ball joint perfectly.
Here's a link if you're interested, which explains it step by step:
http://www.910bluebird.com/tech/s13/index.html
The only thing different I can think of is that you won't need to change the strut tops.. as it's only bloody Bluebirds that have the different PCD
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Brian.
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Guys, as the topic says
Has anyone fitted (or knows someone who has) R32 rear brakes to the swing arm type IRS found on the R30/C210 Skyline?
I'm taking total rear brake conversion, calipers, internal handbrake drum, cables.. the whole shebang!
I'm keen for doing this but need some help before I spend money and find out it's a big pitfall
Cheers,
Brian.
Hr31 Import Rear Suspension
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You can limit the amount of 'squat' with really stiff shocks + springs.. try adapating some S13 rear coilovers, I know they can fit and work quite well