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Any options for GSL-SE rear brake brackets?

Old Nov 13, 2017 | 09:13 PM
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Any options for GSL-SE rear brake brackets?

I have a GSL-SE rear end and I have the calipers, unfortunately do not have a set of the brackets. Is there a source for brackets? Is it possible that I could be blessed and the bracket is the same as the GSL?
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Old Nov 16, 2017 | 11:58 AM
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I'm 95% sure you'll need to source used brackets as they're not available new anymore. They are not the same as those on the GSL.

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Old Nov 17, 2017 | 09:03 AM
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Yeah, unfortunately they are unique to the SE. I've never heard of anyone finding a match from another car...
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Old Nov 17, 2017 | 10:05 AM
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What about base model FC? Same caliper. Could it be the same bracket?
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Old Nov 17, 2017 | 03:05 PM
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Only the front caliper is the same between the SE and base model FC. The rear caliper is quite a bit different unfortunately.... That said, I'm actually running base model FC rear calipers on one of mine using a modified re-speed adapter bracket. It's a solid rotor, so not as good as the SE parts, but easier to find (assuming you have, or can make, the re-speed style bracket)
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Old Nov 18, 2017 | 10:24 AM
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You can make a bracket kind of like those shown in the pictures. I think these were both for 2nd gen brakes to a GSL axle housing, but the concept is about the same. If you decide that you can use the design for 2nd gen to GSL housing I can send you the drawing.
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Old Nov 21, 2017 | 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Carl
You can make a bracket kind of like those shown in the pictures. I think these were both for 2nd gen brakes to a GSL axle housing, but the concept is about the same. If you decide that you can use the design for 2nd gen to GSL housing I can send you the drawing.
Carl,
Could you send me the drawing that you have? I have a set of RE-Speed adapters, the entire kit actually, for the TII brake swap. I'm going to be taking measurements to modify them somewhat here in the next few months I believe.

Thanks,
Austin
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