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Old 09-04-2007, 04:36 PM
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Exclamation Wilwood 6 piston brake caliper question

Hello guys,my car is currently a manual drum brake car and i have bought Wilwood`s 6 piston caliper set up for all 4`s,im gonna buy a new disc/disc master but my question is would it be a problem to run this brake system with manual brakes?any input appreciated.

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Old 09-04-2007, 05:01 PM
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You just need the Wilwood 7/8 master and your set. Works perfect. And you know where to call.
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Old 09-04-2007, 05:07 PM
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You just need the Wilwood 7/8 master and your set. Works perfect. And you know where to call.

I'll second that
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Old 09-04-2007, 09:05 PM
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You just need the Wilwood 7/8 master and your set. Works perfect. And you know where to call.


Since i`m not a real big fan of the Wilwood master can i just purchase a GM disc/disc master for manual brakes?Frank you get my email?

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Old 09-06-2007, 07:26 AM
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Mopar makes a 7/8" MC that works great for manual setups as well. Biggest complaint on the Mopar unit is that they can leak slightly around the fill caps.
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what if your running power brakes do you still need the wilwood master then too
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