yup mark is right
everytime i order pads they always ask which kind of calipers you have

jim beam wrote:
> Mark wrote:
> > I had a problem with my front brakes dragging. Turned out part of the
> > problem was the wrong pads were installed because of a mixup between
> > the Japan version calipers and the USA version calipers. I have a USA
> > built car but it has the Japan version Nissin calipers. THE PADS ARE
> > NOT INTERCHANGABLE. The pads will fit but the fit is so tight that
> > they don't relaease well causing the brake drag problem. I'd like to
> > write up the details for the FAQ. How do I send things in for the FAQ?
> >
> > Mark
> >
> with respect, that's a highly unlikely scenario. calipers are standard
> sizes. so are pads. they are indeed likely not to be interchangeable,
> but not by a skinny margin like you describe. manufacturers go to great
> lengths to "idiot proof" braking systems. much more likely there's some
> other issue.