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Installation of the retention... read full caption Installation of the retention clip on the new line is best accomplished by tapping it carefully into place with a persuader.	The mounting bracket and stainless... read full caption The mounting bracket and stainless flex line can now be assembled and reinstalled on the subframe.	DBA's 5000-series front rotor... read full caption DBA's 5000-series front rotor shows first-rate machine work and finishing. We followed DBA's advice and selected the slotted version for maximum durability.
This cut-away shows the Kangaroo... read full caption This cut-away shows the Kangaroo Paw pillar arrangement that is so effective in removing heat from the rotor.	Now's the time to install... read full caption Now's the time to install the DBA front rotor. Clean the car's hub with a wire brush and some brake cleaner, then apply a coating of antiseize to prevent it from welding itself to the new rotor.	Install the front caliper... read full caption Install the front caliper bracket and torque to spec.
After a thorough cleaning... read full caption After a thorough cleaning with a Scotch-Brite pad, insert the pad guides in the bracket.	Zip Products also hooked us... read full caption Zip Products also hooked us up with a set of Carbotech's fantastic Bobcat brake pads.	Insert the pads into pad guides... read full caption Insert the pads into pad guides in the brackets, ensuring they are seated squarely.
The Powdercoater.com can supply... read full caption The Powdercoater.com can supply calipers and brackets in any color you wish, using a core/exchange basis to minimize downtime.	Install the calipers over... read full caption Install the calipers over the pads and insert the sliders through the back side.	Use an open-ended wrench between... read full caption Use an open-ended wrench between the bracket and caliper, and torque to spec.

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