4 lug VS z32 e brake

[keepitmovin]

Yes i have been searching all day..But i cant seem to find any write up's or any info on how to keep the rear e brake setup on a 4lug s13. Can anyone give me any info? Thanks in advanced :kiss:

[projectRDM]

What are you trying to do?

If you want to upgrade to Z32 brakes and stay 4lug, buy the Z32 calipers/rotors and the ebrakes, redrill the rotors for 4lug, and put it all on. It's not rocket science mang.

[zeclik]

Probleme is, you'll need to change the rear spindles and extend your ebrake cable, the s13 is shorter then the z32. Also NOTE: the z32 is a drum ebrake inside the rotor.

[projectRDM]

You do NOT have the change the spindle/upright. Everything bolts up fine to the existing piece. Please do not give out incorrect information.

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Why stay 4 lug?

[keepitmovin]

You do NOT have the change the spindle/upright. Everything bolts up fine to the existing piece. Please do not give out incorrect information.

Im just concerned about the DRUM EBRAKE. The ebrake drum goes ontop of the baffle plate. Now, i guess what im trying to say is does the baffle plate line up? This part is confusing me.

Why stay 4 lug?
Less weight...But really I already have gay fno1r-c soo they clear, i brought them over a year ago, why spend more money..

[chineseb0i]

y not? lol..the only advantage to 5 lug is better wheel selection. 5 lug vs 4 lug doesn't have much of a functional purpose..maybe with the exception that u have that extra nut to make sure ur wheel is on or to make it a little bit harder for thiefs to steal ur car. "hmm, i'll steal the 4 lug rim cuz that 1 extra nut will waste an extra 45 seconds of my time!"

[crzycav86]

To answer your question:

Yes, you can use the z32 e-brake/dust shield with the 4 lug hubs. It fits just fine.(I have it on my 240).

You can also use the stock uprights, but you'll most likely have to grind around the hole that that large bolt goes through, because it's most likely rusted. It's kinda hard to explain, but you'll know what I'm talking about when you see the e-brake and upright.

If you have the means to modify your bottom shock mount, use the aluminum upright, it's much lighter.

[projectRDM]

If you have the means to modify your bottom shock mount, use the aluminum upright, it's much lighter.

You don't need to on an S13. Use a Z32 rear shock, it's a direct replacement. For S14s, you'd use an BNR33 rear shock.

[keepitmovin]

Thanks for the info crzycav86. =D

[crzycav86]

You don't need to on an S13. Use a Z32 rear shock, it's a direct replacement. For S14s, you'd use an BNR33 rear shock.

Actually, I was referring to using a z32 lower mount with coilovers. I wouldn't really recommend cutting and welding in a new mount(it doesn't sound safe... not to mention the shocks may blow up due to the heat)

I didn't know that z32 rear shocks can be swapped into the s13. Where'd you hear that? I'm not doubting you, but I don't want to start giving false information if it's not completely accurate.

[projectRDM]

Actually, I was referring to using a z32 lower mount with coilovers. I wouldn't really recommend cutting and welding in a new mount(it doesn't sound safe... not to mention the shocks may blow up due to the heat)

I didn't know that z32 rear shocks can be swapped into the s13. Where'd you hear that? I'm not doubting you, but I don't want to start giving false information if it's not completely accurate.

Why the hell would I say it if it wasn't accurate? I'm one of the intelligent people who actually verifies chit before I go spewing it off instead of making assumptions about things I've never seen/done. 10 years experience with these cars and you actually learn on your own instead of hoping to be spoonfed it.

[crzycav86]

Why the hell would I say it if it wasn't accurate? I'm one of the intelligent people who actually verifies chit before I go spewing it off instead of making assumptions about things I've never seen/done. 10 years experience with these cars and you actually learn on your own instead of hoping to be spoonfed it.

Well, how was I supposed to know that you're not the kind of person that makes assumptions? At least I'm making an effort to verify new information beyond a shadow of a doubt before I start spewing off about things I've never done...

Calm down, geez.. I'm gonna tell my dad on you... :cry: