I have a 1966 chevelle SS and i would like to convert brakes from drum to disc.I was told if i put a booster on i will have to change the steering column.Can any one tell me what it will take to get this done and maybe a good place to buy conversion kit.

Thanks Paul

I'm looking going from drum to disc using the Ground Up package for my 66 too - look here... http://www.ss396.com/pdf/newchevelle/41_48.pdf page 43. The kits FDISC-1 seems to come with everything you need - front & rear - including all new lines & flex hoses.

Additionally, you can get the rotors drilled and slotted FCDR-1 $179 or cross-drilled FCDR-66 $279 (not sure if that price is for 2 or 4 though...)

If someone else has opinions on this kit or other options, chime in. I'm trying to get the most bang for the buck :)

Check out Stainless steel brake corp. I used their kit on my 65 and went 4 wheel disc and also added power brakes. The kit was rather inexpensive and went on with no trouble at all. Pics are on the link below.

Steve

ive never heard of people having to get a new steering coloumn be4 i mean it sits alot higher up there like 4 inches i dont see anyway for it to interfere with the steering

Speaking of Ground Up, I'm looking to order their system for my 68, has anyone used the parts they supply and how did the job go? There's a lot of places out there selling disk brakes kits and Ground Up's price seems to be one of the best...

Speaking of Ground Up, I'm looking to order their system for my 68, has anyone used the parts they supply and how did the job go? There's a lot of places out there selling disk brakes kits and Ground Up's price seems to be one of the best...

I asked the same question about a year ago, but didn't get any replies at all so I ended up buying from an eBay seller. His eBay id is Whitemanford, e-mail address: ride34@aol.com. Send him an e-mail, I'm sure he can beat Ground Up's price. He was very quick to reply to my questions, and delivered promptly. I'm happy with the parts I got, especially considering what I paid. I'm thinking I really should post a review in the new forum, but for now you can PM me if you need details.

Thanks for the e-mail address, I'm contacting them now...

JJ, there's been a lot of info on drilled and slotted rotors on this site. Most of it negative. Unless you're going for the looks, the functionality doesn't warrant using them on a street/strip machine. In fact, it can have negative effects. You might want to do a search.

Yeah - I've heard good and bad. In a nutshell - Good is that the slotted & drilled are supposed to keep the rotor cooler. Bad is that they seem to help warp the rotor faster. I'm headed with the stock ralley rims so they will be VERY hard to see - not going for looks - going for that stopping power.

With my budget wielding out of control I may have to drop the drum to power disc conversion for the time being and settle on 4 new drums, with drum rebuilds and a dual master cylinder until more dollars arrive in the future :(

If Your Car Won't Stop When The Brakes Are Cold, Drilling The Rotors To Cool The Brakes Doesn't Work, And Actually Loses Friction Surface. If You Need More Stopping Power, More Valve Cover Clearance, Or Your Engine Is Low On Vacuum, Check Out The Hydroboost System. It Runs Off Of The P/s Pump, And Needs No Vacuum. You Can Run Any Wild Cam You Want, And These Even Will Clear, And Stop The Giant 572 Engines. There Is An Installed Photo On A Blown 454 Chevelle With Hydroboost At Powerbrakeservices.com Click On "company Info" To View. Also There Is A Nice Article On The Hydroboost In The July Issue Of Rod And Custom. These Things Work! They Are Smaller Than Even The 7" "off Shore" Booster, And Put Out Up To 2000psi. No Vacuum Pump Needed, No Vacuum Tank. We Use Stainless Braided Hoses For Most Installs. Brake Problems Over. 800 504 1060

Check out the CCP kits,ebat link is
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4550118537
they come with everything for all four wheels including drillled and slotted rotors for 1,500.00 You can see the at my website on the blue car > www.camaromuscle.com

1,500.00 Your Cracked In The Head I Wouldn't Pay 1,500.00 For 4 Wheel Disc Brakes If I Never Had Them. Why New?? Get Inventive Like Back In The Day Where You Swapped Parts That Fit,That Is The Trouble These Day"s Everybody Has To Have The Perfect Applacation Work On It Get The Disc Off Another Car And Re-Vamp Them To Fit Your Car. Holy Cow 1,500.00 How Do You Justify A Price Like That For Just A Vrake Set Up Even If You Started Out With A Frame On A Race Car You Could Most Likely Do Better And As For Bear Brakes Forget It, I Guess I Am To Much Old School, My 70 Stops On a Dime With My Old Drum Brakes What Is The Big Deal On The Old Corvette Brake System Anyway?? In This Day And Age Just How Fast You Plan On Going?? And For How Long?? Your Not Nascar You Have A Beautiful Car Why Race The Crap Out Of It And And If You Care About Your Car And You Putt Around How Much Braking Power Do Ya Need?? I Think Alot Are Putting Them On For Braggin Rights I Don't Understand The Big Deal?? If Your Runnin The Indy 500 YES get Disc But For A 1/4 Mile ?? What For?? It"s Crazy Just My Opinion

Paul -

I have a 67 and just received a conversion kit in the mail this week from Ground Up Restorations. It was very well packaged, complete, and looks high quality at a reasonable price. If you like I will keep you updated about my progress in this thread.

Regards.

HG

Updates would be appreciated, though because of a budget (and me having to work to one) I may have to forgo the disc brakes. Looks like I'll refurbish the drums and update to a dual master cylinder...

1,500.00 Your Cracked In The Head I Wouldn't Pay 1,500.00 For 4 Wheel Disc Brakes If I Never Had Them. Why New?? Get Inventive Like Back In The Day Where You Swapped Parts That Fit,That Is The Trouble These Day"s Everybody Has To Have The Perfect Applacation Work On It Get The Disc Off Another Car And Re-Vamp Them To Fit Your Car. Holy Cow 1,500.00 How Do You Justify A Price Like That For Just A Vrake Set Up Even If You Started Out With A Frame On A Race Car You Could Most Likely Do Better And As For Bear Brakes Forget It, I Guess I Am To Much Old School, My 70 Stops On a Dime With My Old Drum Brakes What Is The Big Deal On The Old Corvette Brake System Anyway?? In This Day And Age Just How Fast You Plan On Going?? And For How Long?? Your Not Nascar You Have A Beautiful Car Why Race The Crap Out Of It And And If You Care About Your Car And You Putt Around How Much Braking Power Do Ya Need?? I Think Alot Are Putting Them On For Braggin Rights I Don't Understand The Big Deal?? If Your Runnin The Indy 500 YES get Disc But For A 1/4 Mile ?? What For?? It"s Crazy Just My Opinion

Aw yeah, drum brakes is the only way to fly... wonder who's "cracked in the head"? :clonk: For those who are a bit more safety minded, I just posted a review of my disc brake kit in the review forum. Would be interesting to see reviews of other disc brake kits as well.

I purchased the 2 inch drop spindle kit from "our sponsor". All of the pieces look to be of good quality. The "odd" thing is that the spindles are from McGaughy's and are 1 piece, meaning no steering arms required. The kit also didn't come with caliper brackets or dust shields. I asked them and they said that for the drop kit, those are not necessary.

Anyone have experience with this kit, or McGaughy's spindles?

Thanks,

Ed

Thanks that would be great

I purchased the 2 inch drop spindle kit from "our sponsor". All of the pieces look to be of good quality. The "odd" thing is that the spindles are from McGaughy's and are 1 piece, meaning no steering arms required. The kit also didn't come with caliper brackets or dust shields. I asked them and they said that for the drop kit, those are not necessary.

Anyone have experience with this kit, or McGaughy's spindles?

Thanks,

Ed

they are correct backing plates and caliper brakets are not needed when using a drop spindle.