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Old Apr 9, 2012 | 07:01 PM
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Just purchased a 99 Sportster project.

I has the following mods
Road6 Customs Weld on Hardtail
DNA Springer Front End
Avon 5x18 tires Front & Rear
Chrome Spoke Wheels
Stock Forward Controls
Peanut Tank with extrernal fuel gauge

Need input on the following
Rear Disc Brake Caliper - can I use OEM unit?
Front Disc has Chrome unit but would also like to use OEM unit?

Thats the big questions for the day....

Thanks for inputs in advance....
 
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Old Apr 9, 2012 | 09:17 PM
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hey, welcome to the board treno!!

is this a trick question? not sure why oems just about anything wouldnt go on your bike-

post up some pics when you can so we can see your ride...
 
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Old Apr 10, 2012 | 01:28 AM
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With the modified hardtail rear end & the new springer front end none of the mounting is there for the disc brake calipers......
 
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Old Apr 10, 2012 | 06:33 AM
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Yes, you can use the stock rear caliper for your year but post 2000 calipers are easier to use. You can also use the same rear caliper on the front.
 
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Do I need to fab a new bracket for the rear caliper or hwo does it mount to the hardtail? I have a friend who can fab if needed but need pics????
 
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You can use the same bracket but it'll have to be modified. I don't have any pics because I'm not a fan of your year of brkt but there are thousands online. Look at Road 6's finished pics on their site.
 
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