Can we upgrade the Qs brakes with LS400 parts?

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If the LS 400 has larger rotors and 2 piston calipers and has the same bolt pattern can we use these parts for a nice upgrade? Thanks Q45TECH.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...97210

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My question too. But I believe it was the 1998 and after LS that had the large rotors.

I would love to convert to the Supra turbo rotors, if they would bolt on.

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The 98 LS has 4 piston fronts [32mm vs Q 28mm thick rotors] and 2 piston rear, but they fit in a 16" wheel. [special design] may aftermarket 16" don't clear on LS applications.LS use 60mm hub centric vs Nissan 66 mm. Special rotors would need to be made to fit the Nissan hub and brackets to mount the larger calipers

Not so much the diameter of rotor but the thickness and extra 4 pounds of rotor weight adds 25% to the mass.

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Thanks Tech, so we know the brakes wont work, but what about these twin turbo supra rims?http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...94864I think a 16x9 on the rear would look great if the offset would allow it.

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The Toyota wheels are 60mm hubcentric vs Nissan's 66mm hub flange [ridge].


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