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Old Oct 25, 2021 | 04:56 PM
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1989 Rx7 brakes

So I'm in search of a rear left brake caliper for my 1989 Mazda Rx7. I'm having trouble finding them online and even had a mechanic shop help try and find one. If anyone's got suggestions anything helps!

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Old Oct 29, 2021 | 08:19 AM
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There are rebuild kits if your core is good.

If you need the whole caliper, do you have vented rear rotors or solid rear rotors? There are two different calipers depending on the factory brake option.
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Old Oct 29, 2021 | 10:28 AM
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They are vented
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Old Oct 29, 2021 | 12:33 PM
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Did you check your local auto parts store? NAPA?
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Old Oct 29, 2021 | 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by gracer7-rx7
Did you check your local auto parts store? NAPA?
yes, I live in a rural area and checked every auto shop within a 1 hour radius
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Old Nov 5, 2021 | 12:54 PM
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Bummer
Seems like even RockAuto doesn't have them. They seem to have one for non-vented...
Have you considered attempting to rebuild them yourself? Or buy the seals and see if your mechanic is willing to rebuild them for you?

Seal kit:
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...t=1720&jsn=395
https://www.atkinsrotary.com/store/8...02-49-240.html

You could also check ebay or search/post in the "marketplace" here if anyone is parting out a car or selling those parts.
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