The rear clips are anti-squeal clips. Even without them you should not have an problem with brake feel - that's not what they're for.

They keep a slight pressure on the pads to that they don't vibrate and cause squeals and rattles.

2000 SVT Turbo 295hp/269ftlb@12psi #1 for Bendix Brakes Kits! Knuckles rebuilt w/new bearings $55 AUSSIE ENDLINKS $70 Gutted pre-cats $80/set A lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on mine!