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    Hey guys so I just picked up front and rear GXP calipers and brackets for my 97 GTP. I know that I will need GXP rotors and pads. Will the stock brake lines work or will I need longer ones? Also I have mustang bullitt wheels that are 17x8 with a 45mm offset. They are on 245/50 tires. Will these brakes work with my set up?
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    I run front GXP's on my 97 aswell you will need longer lines i suggest Stainless lines from ZZP they firm up the system. I run 18's and have about a inch of clearance. IIRC 18 are required.

    There is a big brake thread on here that lays it all out. IIRC its a sticky in this section

    Ebay has slotted rotors and ceramic pads for good prices. its the rout i took anyways.. have fun stopping on a dime
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    Quote Originally Posted by wowitsfast View Post
    I run front GXP's on my 97 aswell you will need longer lines i suggest Stainless lines from ZZP they firm up the system. I run 18's and have about a inch of clearance. IIRC 18 are required.

    There is a big brake thread on here that lays it all out. IIRC its a sticky in this section

    Ebay has slotted rotors and ceramic pads for good prices. its the rout i took anyways.. have fun stopping on a dime


    Yeah I read over the big brake thread. It says GXP calipers require 17's not 18's.. And i will look into those stainless lines from ZZP. I found a pretty good deal on a set of four drilled/slotted rotors and ceramic pads on ebay! I just want to make sure the calipers will fit before I buy more parts...
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    If you question it take a wheel off unbolt current set up hang it off the strut. bolt one gxp caliper and put your wheel on see if it rubs
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    My Eagle Alloy 17x8 rims clear no problem. They have a 38mm offset.

    See this post for GXP brake hose part numbers. If you can find a GXP brake pedal, it is definitely worth the effort. It changes the fulcrum point which improves the brake pedal feel.
    2000 GTP Silvermist Coupe - GMR Torsen, Cartuning trans pan, GMPP Lowering & Handling Kits, TOGs, Corsa, Racetronix, GXP Brakes, Eagle Alloy 077s, HPTuners, etc.
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