Disc brakes on the stock axle and hubs


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Golden Jubilee
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Post Thu May 29, 2014 12:10 pm

Re: Disc brakes on the stock axle and hubs

yes it probably would

Yard Art
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Post Mon Oct 10, 2016 10:12 pm

Re: Disc brakes on the stock axle and hubs

Does this conversion include changing the spindles so that I can change from 16" IHC wheels to something else??

Golden Jubilee
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Post Tue Oct 11, 2016 3:38 pm

Re: Disc brakes on the stock axle and hubs

I think you should go to the beginning of this thread and reread it all.
The situations you need to concern yourself with are wheel bolt pattern, back clearance from steering components.
Ford car bolt pattern is the same. If you buy 17 or 18 inch wheels, clearance MAY not be a problem.
Maybe you should seek the advice of your favorite local mechanic to help you with sorting out the bits and pieces. A forum is not unlike spell check. A basic understanding is still important for making the best choice.
I would rather have tools I do not need than to need tools I do not have
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Yard Art
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Post Wed Nov 09, 2016 9:06 pm

Re: Disc brakes on the stock axle and hubs

Hi WildmanBill
I am going ahead with your conversion to disc brakes on my KB2. I will have to cross-reference your parts list to a supplier here in Canada but I think that will be OK. What I do need is the template you speak of .... if possible please.
Secondly, In your photo I can see the tap that has to be cut off but I cannot see the extra piece that you welded on. Do you have a better photo of this?
Last, do the calipers have to be from a Monte Carlo? Are there other possibilities?
Look forward to your response.

Yard Art
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Post Thu Jan 05, 2017 3:51 pm

Re: Disc brakes on the stock axle and hubs

Could you please send me a copy of the template .I sent you my mailing address by e-mail and in a PM.

Thanks

Yard Art
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Post Wed Feb 22, 2017 8:05 pm

Re: Disc brakes on the stock axle and hubs

Bill
Received the template yesterday - very much appreciated. And now the fun begins
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