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From what I can find the original rotor that these calipers matched to was a vented 20mm. In the USA some people match these rotors to an 1988 Toyta Cressida front vented rotor that is also a 20mm rotor. I guess it will just be a case of finding a rotor to match or grinding the caliper gap to fit the rotor.

Here are the calipers side by side as requested and a pic of the caliper gap, which is 23mm. This should suit the S13 rotors at 22mm nicely . Cheers Luke

I'm about half way through this conversion. I purchased a set of 1988 4Runner S12.8 calipers off ebay for $76.50. For my own safety and to make things a little more future proof I got them reconditioned. I live on the Northside of Brisbane so I dropped them into "Stainless Steel Sleeving" at Brendale and for $132.00 each, they came back like this: (I was most impressed) Comparison next to my original 71 Zed calipers: I just need to get some rotors for the front and away I go. I've read about the Pug rotors, Magna TP rotors and 200sx rotors but if anyone could shed some more light on the most simple rotor to deal with I would appreciate it. Cheers

That's fantastic Ash. Thanks for all of your help mate, not to mention very sharp prices. Looking forward to the next tinker session. Cheers Luke

Hi Ash, My Zed is a 1971. Now the front calipers are from an 1988 4runner that are stamped S12.8 they are the ones for vented rotors but I have no idea what size and width rotor I need to do the least mods to so it fits. Hopefully someone can help me out here. The two brake lines that are the original rubber ones need to be replaced not sure on the length but I'm sure you would have a good idea. If not I can measure it. Cheers Luke

No, the old girl is in really good nick in that area.

Hi Ash, So far my list is: ball joints front vented rotors rear solid rotors hilux front 4runner pads rear r31 pads tie rod ends.. maybe, see how far I go new brake lines braided line sections If you could throw some prices at me it will give me ball park figure. Cheers Luke

Hi Ash, I'm looking for some new ball joints for my 71 Zed while I'm doing a hilux front, R31 rear and full Nolathane bushing kit. I thought I would go the TONK while I have everything off. What stock currently available and what would a total cost including postage be to Brisbane 4017. Cheers Luke

BINGO! This is the piece I'm after. But I won't be able to foot $175 for one. Thanks for the help guys. Cheers Luke

Hi Guys, I'm struggling to find one of these for my 71 Zed. Time poor more likely the case. Can anybody help me out. Cheers Luke