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#330681 07/29/21 05:27 PM
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My 68 has 4 piston calipers and one just sprung a leak, I'd like to have these originals rebuilt with SS sleeves. SSBC did my last set, but I think they're out of business. Any ideas as to who to use? Thanks!

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Bought these through Firebird Central, new castings with SS cylinders, correct casting #'s & markings.
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Smart to keep your original castings with such an original car. I have never personally used these guys but a friend has https://whitepost.com/brake-sleeving-rebuilding-services/ Since late 60's Vettes used these also you may want to peruse some Vette sites to get some up to date 1st hand experience. Good luck.

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Your new calipers look really good, and I may end up with a pair, but I'm going to try the link BB posted first. Thanks for the replies!

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I've been doing some research, looks like Whitepost restorations, Calipersonline and lonestar caliper are the most popular for rebuilding your originals. I also read that the 67-68 firebirds used a 2 1/16 bore compared to the 67 -68 camaro that had 2" bore, Heart Beat City sells both or will rebuild your originals also.

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Mine are Lonestar

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They look really good, honestly I can't tell an original from a repro. Have you installed them yet?

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Originally Posted by Duff
My 68 has 4 piston calipers and one just sprung a leak, I'd like to have these originals rebuilt with SS sleeves. SSBC did my last set, but I think they're out of business. Any ideas as to who to use? Thanks!
Update, I see where SSBC is back in business, I'll call them today and see if they rebuild GM cores.


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