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Posted By: Duff Brake caliper rebuilders - 07/29/21 09:27 PM
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!
Posted By: tinindninkc Re: Brake caliper rebuilders - 07/30/21 03:49 AM
Bought these through Firebird Central, new castings with SS cylinders, correct casting #'s & markings.

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Posted By: barnbird Re: Brake caliper rebuilders - 07/30/21 04:35 PM
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.
Posted By: Duff Re: Brake caliper rebuilders - 07/30/21 09:27 PM
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!
Posted By: Duff Re: Brake caliper rebuilders - 08/01/21 12:49 AM
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.
Posted By: tinindninkc Re: Brake caliper rebuilders - 08/02/21 12:03 AM
Mine are Lonestar
Posted By: Duff Re: Brake caliper rebuilders - 08/05/21 12:01 AM
They look really good, honestly I can't tell an original from a repro. Have you installed them yet?
Posted By: Duff Re: Brake caliper rebuilders - 08/18/21 11:41 AM
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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