those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

68burb · 02-25-2008, 06:22 AM

What caliper are you using? I have my swap all planned out but I haven't heard or seen what caliper they are running.

I'll be running the stock chevy 88 and up rotors with a 81 and up 1.25" style spindle to get the right seal and bearings in for the rotors.

**Captainfab** · 02-25-2008, 11:49 AM

I haven't done the swap yet but I'm planning on it. I've done some measuring and comparing and even though the '88 and up rotors will physically fit on the '87 and older spindles, I don't believe you can get a caliper to fit.

According to the thread in the FAQ's here on the board, the '88-'98 or so spindles need to be used with the '88 and up rotors. Then you'll be able to use the calipers from the same vintage spindles and rotors. I would suggest checking out the write up...it has all the info to do the swap.

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...ad.php?t=35042

68burb · 02-25-2008, 02:53 PM

will i'v looked at the kits online and non of them use ball joints or spindles so there must be a stock rotor that is used. i guess i'll just try and see what works before ordering a kit.

**Captainfab** · 02-27-2008, 09:38 AM

The 6 lug rotor kits that are offered use custom rotors that will work with the '73-'87 spindles and calipers. You can buy just the rotors if you already have the '73-'87 spindles.

68burb · 02-28-2008, 03:25 AM

i have an 81 front that im using but mine are the LD 1" rotors. (a3 and a6 bearings)I need to check my bearings to see but i think I need the 1.25" spindles in order to run the 88 and up rotors ( a3 and a5 bearing sets)

**Captainfab** · 02-28-2008, 10:01 AM

I believe you're going to have to use the '88-'98 spindles if you're going to use the '88-'98 6 lug rotors

chevy one · 02-29-2008, 10:48 AM

68burb, post and let us know what works on this, i also agree there should be a rotor that should fit from off the shelf. I have a set of 71 spindles that I am putting on a 67 1/2 ton. Would like to stay with the 6 lug so I dont have to change the rear axles.

**ChiefRocka** · 02-29-2008, 04:21 PM

Using this rotor/caliper set-up, would it fit a stock 15" wheel ?? Probably not, I'm assuming.

67lngbed · 03-01-2008, 03:37 AM

I sort of pieced a kit together my self. I F@#%ed up the first time and got the wrong spindles ld 1" rotors. I was pissed when I got the rotors from cpp and the bearings were different. But what I did was get the spindles, calipers, prop valve, booster, mc, and complete steering assembly(box to tierods) from an 8x hd 1.25" rotor truck. Used the calipers for cores on new ones. made all new hard brake lines fro the front. New flex lines, And new balljoints for the 8x truck In my 67 arms. The only triming was to the steering stops on the spindles. Power discs (drilled and sloted rotors) and better steering for around 400.

good luck

02-25-2008, 06:22 AM	#1
68burb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Keizer, Oregon Posts: 78	those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... What caliper are you using? I have my swap all planned out but I haven't heard or seen what caliper they are running. I'll be running the stock chevy 88 and up rotors with a 81 and up 1.25" style spindle to get the right seal and bearings in for the rotors. __________________ 1968 K10 burb- on it's way to being C10 sporting a 454 th400 and LTZ 20's 1995 K2500 Burb as daily driver 350 with 193K miles 1994 K1500 Silverado ECSB building a TBI 350 for it 330 horse

02-25-2008, 11:49 AM	#2
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... I haven't done the swap yet but I'm planning on it. I've done some measuring and comparing and even though the '88 and up rotors will physically fit on the '87 and older spindles, I don't believe you can get a caliper to fit. According to the thread in the FAQ's here on the board, the '88-'98 or so spindles need to be used with the '88 and up rotors. Then you'll be able to use the calipers from the same vintage spindles and rotors. I would suggest checking out the write up...it has all the info to do the swap. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...ad.php?t=35042 __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

02-25-2008, 02:53 PM	#3
68burb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Keizer, Oregon Posts: 78	Re: those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... will i'v looked at the kits online and non of them use ball joints or spindles so there must be a stock rotor that is used. i guess i'll just try and see what works before ordering a kit. __________________ 1968 K10 burb- on it's way to being C10 sporting a 454 th400 and LTZ 20's 1995 K2500 Burb as daily driver 350 with 193K miles 1994 K1500 Silverado ECSB building a TBI 350 for it 330 horse

02-27-2008, 09:38 AM	#4
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... The 6 lug rotor kits that are offered use custom rotors that will work with the '73-'87 spindles and calipers. You can buy just the rotors if you already have the '73-'87 spindles. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

02-28-2008, 03:25 AM	#5
68burb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Keizer, Oregon Posts: 78	Re: those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... i have an 81 front that im using but mine are the LD 1" rotors. (a3 and a6 bearings)I need to check my bearings to see but i think I need the 1.25" spindles in order to run the 88 and up rotors ( a3 and a5 bearing sets) __________________ 1968 K10 burb- on it's way to being C10 sporting a 454 th400 and LTZ 20's 1995 K2500 Burb as daily driver 350 with 193K miles 1994 K1500 Silverado ECSB building a TBI 350 for it 330 horse

02-28-2008, 10:01 AM	#6
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... I believe you're going to have to use the '88-'98 spindles if you're going to use the '88-'98 6 lug rotors __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

02-29-2008, 10:48 AM	#7
chevy one Chevy One Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: The BeeHive State Posts: 132	Re: those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... 68burb, post and let us know what works on this, i also agree there should be a rotor that should fit from off the shelf. I have a set of 71 spindles that I am putting on a 67 1/2 ton. Would like to stay with the 6 lug so I dont have to change the rear axles. __________________ Chevy One 67 1/2 Two-on-the-Floor 67 Nova 2Dr Sedan 03 Monte Carlo I'M NOT OLD, JUST A CLASSIC!!!

02-29-2008, 04:21 PM	#8
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... Using this rotor/caliper set-up, would it fit a stock 15" wheel ?? Probably not, I'm assuming. __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

03-01-2008, 03:37 AM	#9
67lngbed Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: baltimore md Posts: 45	Re: those that have done the 6 lug rotor swap... I sort of pieced a kit together my self. I F@#%ed up the first time and got the wrong spindles ld 1" rotors. I was pissed when I got the rotors from cpp and the bearings were different. But what I did was get the spindles, calipers, prop valve, booster, mc, and complete steering assembly(box to tierods) from an 8x hd 1.25" rotor truck. Used the calipers for cores on new ones. made all new hard brake lines fro the front. New flex lines, And new balljoints for the 8x truck In my 67 arms. The only triming was to the steering stops on the spindles. Power discs (drilled and sloted rotors) and better steering for around 400. good luck __________________ 67 c-10 lwb 81 trans-am (in 1000 pieces) 92 firebird (pos) 63 austin heally sprite (future project) 58 chevy pickup (future project)

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