Getting ready for disk conversion... question.
 

Hello,
I'm gearing up for a front disk brake conversion on my 63 gmc. I purchased
A conversion kit from performance online. 6lug 2.5 inch drop with booster. I also bought the new brake lines. I need to limit the downtime for the truck because I run my business out of it.
Is there anything else I should get before I start? Any special tools needed?

I searched but was unable to find anything.

Thank you!

Re: Getting ready for disk conversion... question.
 

Lots of info on that
check the FAQ section 60-66
It would certainly be a good time to do upper and lower ball joints
and evn tie rod ends
T

Re: Getting ready for disk conversion... question.
 

It's hard to say without knowing more detail on just what is included in the kit you bought. Also a '63 GMC should have a hydraulic clutch. That will have to be addressed when adding a vacuum booster and disc/drum master cylinder. I do make a booster bracket just for the '60-'62 Chevy's and '60-'63 GMC's with the hydraulic clutch. Or has your truck been converted to an auto trans? I also make booster brackets for that application that will cover up the extra hole in the firewall. There are links to the for sale threads in my sig line \/ \/ \/

Re: Getting ready for disk conversion... question.
 

I think if I were just beginning forum-explained work on a GMC (or Chevy, too) of our 60-66 years, I would earmark this link in big letters on my desktop: >> http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forum/a.../t-521160.html <<. Has lots of research links, by project type, listed that give you invaluable info on "what all fits", where to find parts, descript.of kits--just take a quick look & I think you wil quickly agree to keep this link close at hand for many--if not all--your anticipated projects. One of our members, Woogeroo, looks to have spent countless/valuable hours that contribute heavily to the compiled links AND information AND how-to's--very well organized by truck year, model, etc.

Good luck with your build, and I hope this will help you enjoy your build.
Sam
>> http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forum/a.../t-521160.html <<