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**Accelo** · 11-02-2021, 12:27 AM

Everybody claims to be a complete kit with everything included.
Nothing but a running joke in IMHO.
Only ones I have actually seen fit, like it was actually engineered, was the Wilwood brakes. And they cost double what the average enthusiast pays. (Currently the price is $2,083.19) for the brakes that fit the CPP front spindles.

So, the typical hobbyist ends up with something akin to IKEA brakes. Some assembly required. Specifically, the rears as getting the E-brake functional is never easy. I do feel sorry for the poor guy without the experience and tools needed to make them work. If you are paying for the install, it may be less expensive to go Wilwood. The extra labor will eat into the savings quickly. I can feel you frustration, been there.

I recently installed 4-wheel disc brakes on an Impala. The kit was put together by "The Right Stuff". Directions were so poor as they might as well been nonexistent. At first, I thought they included the wrong instructions. It appeared to be the same instruction for every kit they sold. A major amount of fab work was required to get them to function. I received no support from "The Right Stuff" and I did try.

As you can tell this is a sore spot for me. Getting aftermarket brakes functional and safe is a big undertaking. Especially the hoses and lines on our C10's. I went through three sets of front brake hoses before I got a set that worked without rubbing. The lowered spindles relocated the calipers. It required a 3/4T brake hose on the 1/2T.

My friend did a plug and play on his 1969 Camaro so I know it's possible. Feedback on vendors that did it right, the first time, would be appreciated. The board members should collaborate and figure out the best options for out constituents.

And don’t forget the wheels. Vendors typically leave the wheel clearance issues out of the literature. The advocate their responsibility by stating; “It’s impossible to tell what fits and what doesn’t. As there are too many options”. Some general guidelines are possible. One can also assemble on hub, set the caliper on the rotor and insert the assemble onto the wheel. This should be the first step when your kit arrives.
Be careful out there.

11-02-2021, 12:27 AM	#4
Accelo Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: washington Posts: 2,356	Re: CPP Rear Discs E-Brake Issues Everybody claims to be a complete kit with everything included. Nothing but a running joke in IMHO. Only ones I have actually seen fit, like it was actually engineered, was the Wilwood brakes. And they cost double what the average enthusiast pays. (Currently the price is $2,083.19) for the brakes that fit the CPP front spindles. So, the typical hobbyist ends up with something akin to IKEA brakes. Some assembly required. Specifically, the rears as getting the E-brake functional is never easy. I do feel sorry for the poor guy without the experience and tools needed to make them work. If you are paying for the install, it may be less expensive to go Wilwood. The extra labor will eat into the savings quickly. I can feel you frustration, been there. I recently installed 4-wheel disc brakes on an Impala. The kit was put together by "The Right Stuff". Directions were so poor as they might as well been nonexistent. At first, I thought they included the wrong instructions. It appeared to be the same instruction for every kit they sold. A major amount of fab work was required to get them to function. I received no support from "The Right Stuff" and I did try. As you can tell this is a sore spot for me. Getting aftermarket brakes functional and safe is a big undertaking. Especially the hoses and lines on our C10's. I went through three sets of front brake hoses before I got a set that worked without rubbing. The lowered spindles relocated the calipers. It required a 3/4T brake hose on the 1/2T. My friend did a plug and play on his 1969 Camaro so I know it's possible. Feedback on vendors that did it right, the first time, would be appreciated. The board members should collaborate and figure out the best options for out constituents. And don’t forget the wheels. Vendors typically leave the wheel clearance issues out of the literature. The advocate their responsibility by stating; “It’s impossible to tell what fits and what doesn’t. As there are too many options”. Some general guidelines are possible. One can also assemble on hub, set the caliper on the rotor and insert the assemble onto the wheel. This should be the first step when your kit arrives. Be careful out there.