dhoff024

I just bought a 97 civic coupe for $300 dollars it needs lots of work it wasnt taken care of very well but I figure that for $300 bucks I couldnt go wrong but I know I will need to do the timimg belt, clutch, body work, some interior work, brakes and definitely a tune up. I saw that you can do an acura conversion for the rear brakes to convert them from drum to disc. I am curious about this and was wondering how difficult it is and when you do it what all do you need parts wise. Like does the e brake work with it or do you have to change that do you have to change any other things when you do the conversion? I would rather do this than mess with drums its alot easier to fix discs if something goes wrong.

boarding2008

Lol even a noob shakes his head(noob as to forum not the "game"). That's great.

dhoff024

I am asking a simple question if you dont have the answer or dont want to help or think im stupid for asking them then dont answer I hate how you people think everyone is supposed to know how to do things this is why we come and ask questions because we think that you guys can help because I sure as hell dont know how to do alot of this stuff so I ask to find out and you guys act like that whatever Ill just wait to see if someone will actually be nice and explain it to me.

rick_rabies

(nicely saying) they are saying "use the search bar" in their language. you the search bar before asking questions... type in disc rear conversion. theres billions of threads on it

dhoff024

Thank You for explaining that for me I appreciate it I am new to this site and forums in general and I appreciate you letting me know in a nice manner

rick_rabies

dont freak out or be suprised when others are jerks. some people thats just there language. its inevitable to run into people anywhere that will give you a hard time. Its getting worse and worse.

brutekiller787

yea it's true. from what i know i believe you have to replace everything holding your back wheels up except for the lower control arm and strut/coilover, meaning brake disc, rotor, pads, e brake cables, trailing arms, knuckles.

EL Vap133

Check under the brake section of the FAQ: https://honda-tech.com/forums/honda-civic-del-sol-1992-2000-1/faqs-frequently-asked-tech-questions-1998336/

boarding2008

Sorry if I came across as an *** we were all new at one time. It was just that 2-3 threads lower was pretty much the same question. With that being said, Welcome to the forums and good luck with the swap.

iiPancho

I think the 99-00 Si is a easier as far as just bolting in.

But dont quote me

dhoff024

sry for the freak out im just new to this whole forum thing and I own 2 hondas and like to work on them but run into problems or have some questions so I just figured you guys could help me out but thank you for the explanations and the link that helped ill try to use the searches more before I post something. Thanks though for the help I appreciate it.

Jackal6042

You will need e-brake cables and rear trailing arms (with all brake components i.e. rotor, caliper and brake lines) from a DC2, 99-00 Si or even a DA teg. If your car currently has ABS make sure the donor car has ABS if you want it to function properly after the swap.

It is also recommended that you upgrade the brake booster and MC to a larger DC2 setup (may require bending and flaring new fittings on hard lines) along with a 40/40 prop valve.

Good luck!! If you search you will find lots of info on this subject.

fastrxu

all you need is e brake cables, and trailing arms with discs and calipers and mounting hardware which you already have.

It's 100% bolt in it'll take you like 6-7 hours if it's your first time

I just did my 3 swapand it took me roughly an hour - hour and a half each side

geneeunit

99-00 si ebrake cables(you can use integra ones, but theyre longer..). 40/40 prop is a must. and its easier to use an si bb/mc so you dont have to mess with fittings, easy bolt up and go. like stated.. this subject has been posted MANY times.. here's the answer to any and all brake questions for 96-00 civics.
https://honda-tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes-54/brake-upgrades-96-00-civics-applicable-some-older-civics-integras-2374093/


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