big brakes upgrade for the SC430
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Anyone recommend an upgrade brakes setup for the SC430 that is not too costly?
I have LS400 brakes with stock LS400 pads with stainless steel brake lines on my SC400, and they work great on the SC400.
I'm finding that the stock brakes on the SC430 are pretty weak even after a set of new pads and brake fluid flush.
On the SC400 I am running 19" rims with a offset 35mm. There is about 2-3mm clearance between the brake calipers and the spoke rims.
I have LS400 brakes with stock LS400 pads with stainless steel brake lines on my SC400, and they work great on the SC400.
I'm finding that the stock brakes on the SC430 are pretty weak even after a set of new pads and brake fluid flush.
On the SC400 I am running 19" rims with a offset 35mm. There is about 2-3mm clearance between the brake calipers and the spoke rims.
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yeah you answered your own question.
our car has a similar design in suspension components. RCA front and rear bolts right up to the sc430s from the GS guys. you can run ls400 brakes on our SC430 with the front RCA blocks. or direct bolt on with the Supra calipers (besides shaving the shield)
our car has a similar design in suspension components. RCA front and rear bolts right up to the sc430s from the GS guys. you can run ls400 brakes on our SC430 with the front RCA blocks. or direct bolt on with the Supra calipers (besides shaving the shield)
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You will also need Ls400 rotors (factory or aftermarket) because the factory Sc430 rotors are too small in diameter. The RCA blocks come in different sizes. I believe 1.25 inches (32mm) should be more than enough clearance. Also, the size of the RCA block will lower your front suspension by that same amount. So for example, you brought a 1 inch RCA block. Once installed, your front end will be lowered by 1 inch. If you have coilovers you can adjust your rear height to compensate for this change. But with lowering springs you cannot unless you buy shorter springs. Good luck.
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