I'll bet that the "caliper question" holds the record for the most replies (Re:'s) in the history of the "Yahoo 1200 Club". It's great how a single question can get everyone going.
In Canada we only got the Coupe & 2dr Sdn. No 4drs, Utes, Gx's or station wagons here-(that's what we call estates here.) All 1200's sold in Canada came with frt. discs.
A note on cleaning calipers, or in fact any brake hydraulic components. (other than shoes & pads of course.) If in doubt, clean the parts in brake fluid. Its usually cheap & available. In
trade-school they always told us to keep all other cleaning fluids away from hydraulic parts of brake system. Wheel cylinders, calipers, & master-cylinders can sometimes absorb solvents or
varsol. This can then contaminate the new brake fluid when you refill the system, & cause seal swelling + sticking pistons etc. When I've done cleaning the parts I rinse them well with
water & then make sure to thoroughly dry them with compressed air & or a clean absorbant rag. Brake fluid is also the best assembly lube for wheel cylinders caliper pistons etc.
Last but not least, don't get brake fluid anywhere you don't want paint removed or any surface damage. Wash your hands thoroughly whenever you've been handling it, & if you spill it quickly
wash the area with lots of water.
Saftey-glasses are also a good idea.