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Originally Posted by Rob68c10
My questions:
Is it easiest and cheapest to use the '72 front end to convert to 5 lug/disk brakes/and lower it?
What modifications am I going to need to install the power brake setup?
Should I go ahead and do the rear disks now or is that something I can do later down the road if I want without too much hassle?
What are some things I need to consider before doing this? I have read something where the rear tires do not sit in the fender correctly? Are there any other need to know things like this?
I have looked into the ECE 4/6 drop, any other suggestions?
Suggestions on brand/kit for the front end rebuild?
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Pittman arm on the 72 suspension is different length than the 67-68 front end and I believe the tie rod ends are different as well. The PO of my 67 stepside used a bastard mix of original and a aftermarket parts that did not work well together so, I used the ECE drop spindles and springs for a 4 in drop in front, calipers and replaced the steering box with their fast ratio unit. New Moog ball joints and a set of KYB shocks to round it out. If you leave drums on the rear you will need a disc/drum proportioning valve which must be replaced with a disc/disc unit when you add the read discs. I did mine all at once so I never had to worry about the prop valve. The booster needs the "long" actuating rod for the master cylinder and you will need the new parts for the pedal linkage and mounting brackets for the booster.
My set-up is probably unique because of the booster...I did not have room for anything larger than a 7 inch diameter booster (stock unit is 10 inches) so I used a dual diaphragm unit with pedal clevis, brackets and master cylinder from carolina Classic trucks. The conversion to power disc is straightforward.
The 72 crossmember is different from the 67-68 so talk to your vendor BEFORE you buy....Stan at Early Classics is very knowledgeable so, if you call, he will help you pick the right stuff. After sorting out the correct anti sway bar mounts, idler arm, pittman arm and tie rod ends with him, I went from before to after in one day.