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Date:         Thu, 12 Sep 2013 15:35:33 -0600
Reply-To:     Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Go Westy Big Brake kit
Comments: To: Ben <syncro@gmail.com>
In-Reply-To:  <82A63E9C-3960-424D-81F2-7B37C11B4DE9@gmail.com>
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Ya, I didn't mean to imply that it was any kind of an "easy" cross reference with all these different iterations of BB kits, just that finding one, if it exists, when you first get your kit, can have big benefits later on. I'm justa lucky dog.....

bob On Sep 12, 2013, at 3:25 PM, Ben <syncro@gmail.com> wrote:

Bob,

The SA Big Brakes during that time are from the SA T3 Caravelle. The Audi 5000/200 brakes just happens to be compatible. There is a very slight difference in diameter.

BenT sent from my electronic leash

On Sep 12, 2013, at 2:10 PM, Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

> On Sep 12, 2013, at 3:04 PM, KLAL <kkalnsf@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Update: > GoWesty offered to replace the rotors at no charge. Unfortunately, as with > many SA parts, supply is spotty and are backordered. > I have a sneaking suspicion the rotors are not of high quality as they > mentioned to me the replacement set may or may not warp. > > I'll keep you posted. > > > When I bought my current Big Brake Kit from a list person about 6-7 years, ago, I > found out what vehicle they were off of (Audi 5000 IIRC) so that I could order parts > or brake pads later. That has worked out very well. No hiccups, and I always have > quick access to whatever parts are needed to keep the van available. > > bob


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