Need advice on the best disc brake conversion for '65 Belvedere

[cudak888]

Looks like this will be the plan. MowPar had another friend drop by with a '74 Dart, and they tried the wheel from the Belvedere - fits with approx 2mm clearance, which apparently is workable with a small shave on the caliper.

Isn't this the same configuration as using F/M/J spindles with the standard 10" brake caliper adapters and single piston F/M/J calipers? Or did the Dart have slider calipers?

-Kurt

 

[Rick Carson]

The diplomat had taller spindles,which can throw your geometry off depending on desired ride height

 

[cudak888]

The diplomat had taller spindles,which can throw your geometry off depending on desired ride height

The FMJ's do change geometry, entirely for the better, despite the misplaced fear that Rick Ehrenberg's Disc-O-Tech article created.

http://www.hotrod.com/articles/mopp-0503-swapping-a-and-b-disc-brake-spindles/
http://www.bigblockdart.com/techpages/spindles.shtml

-Kurt

 

[Rick Carson]

Your rite, in most instances it is an advantage,but some people are picky.LOL

 

[ckessel]

With consideration to where you live, which system would be the easiest to source replacement parts? This might be a major factor for you if replacement parts have to swim across the pond.

 

[Rick Carson]

If finding a donner is a problem,I can help with that Roger

 

[MOPOWER871]

CALL DOCTOR DIFF ANSWER A COUPLE OF QUESTIONS ,PAY CASS, AND YOU'LL BE ON YOUR WAY . GOT MINE FROM HIM CONVERSION KIT SOUP TO NUTS.http://www.doctordiff.com/10.95-front-disc-brake-kit.html

 

[ckessel]

Got mine from the Doc too. OE based stuff, 03-07 Stang GT, is way easier to source replacement parts for. Of course you can go aftermarket based, Willwood/Baer etc, but it would be wise to keep a stash of replacement service items considering where you are located.

 

[Dennis H]

www.musclecarbrakes.com

I like my 11" drums with this upgrade kit. Better shoe material, stronger springs etc. Good stopping power and modulation. All 4 corners.