Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Jonny Hotnuts · 07-08-2019, 08:01 PM

Hey guys, having a prob.

Have SWB 70.

I want to buy the 'early classic' 4/6 drop kit:

https://www.earlyclassic.com/node/1390

This kit comes with 2.5" drop spindles...but even says 'must be used with disc brakes'.

I have looked and looked for disc brake kits but most come with drop spindles also.

There isnt many options for disc brake conversion kits that dont include spindles? It really is too bad there isnt a 5 lug conversion that includes a real lowering kit AND discs!!
I have found a few kits for a 71 like this one from McGaughys:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/m...del/c10-pickup

But is says 'Must be used with McGaughys spindles' (likely they just want you to use 'their' spindles but dont want to gamble on it if they wont).

-Will the 71 McGaughys front disc brake kit work the 70 drop kit from Early Classic?

-Are there any other front disc brake kits that I should be considering that are not super $$$?

Thanks!

~JH

demian5 · 07-08-2019, 08:09 PM

Look at CPP. I know people speak highly of the early classic stuff through.

p0508 · 07-08-2019, 08:39 PM

https://sportcompactwarehouse.com/ad...2029l959518100

Wilwood D52 front kit will work with aftermarket drop spindles that utilize two mounting bolts and bracket rather than the molded slide in factory type. They MAY work with the stock type spindle I'm not sure.

Wilwood 140-11290

300 bux from sportcompact warehouse to your door. Wont find them cheaper anywhere else.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/suN7jsh4uRJqrdzN8 Look for some pictures in this album of my spindle type, bracket and brakes.

2500HD · 07-08-2019, 09:05 PM

Early Classic has a kit that has everything you need in either 5 or 6 lug. i used the five lug on my 70.

Mike C · 07-08-2019, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2500HD

Early Classic has a kit that has everything you need in either 5 or 6 lug. i used the five lug on my 70.

This. I ordered their kit for my '69 to convert to 5 lug discs along with the drop spindles and 2" springs.

If you can't find in on the website, just call them.

Orange67 · 07-09-2019, 02:07 PM

What these guys said. ECE is good, I personally went the CPP route.

68 P.O.S. · 07-09-2019, 02:59 PM

Another vote for ECE. Great quality

mcampbell · 07-09-2019, 05:28 PM

I would call Early Classic. When I switched the 70 drums to stock 72 front end with discs and rebuilt all the front end they gave me great advice including exactly which size adapters to reduce the brake lines at the hard line to hose fitting.

**MySons68C20** · 07-09-2019, 05:59 PM

ECE, the call is free and you will get great advice no matter what you decide.

Minkota · 07-10-2019, 01:27 PM

One thing to think about before you install the kit is if you do not buy pre-painted parts, do yourself a favor and either paint them or clear coat them before you install.

07-08-2019, 08:01 PM	#1
Jonny Hotnuts Registered User Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Corbett Oregon Posts: 116	Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. Hey guys, having a prob. Have SWB 70. I want to buy the 'early classic' 4/6 drop kit: https://www.earlyclassic.com/node/1390 This kit comes with 2.5" drop spindles...but even says 'must be used with disc brakes'. I have looked and looked for disc brake kits but most come with drop spindles also. There isnt many options for disc brake conversion kits that dont include spindles? It really is too bad there isnt a 5 lug conversion that includes a real lowering kit AND discs!! I have found a few kits for a 71 like this one from McGaughys: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/m...del/c10-pickup But is says 'Must be used with McGaughys spindles' (likely they just want you to use 'their' spindles but dont want to gamble on it if they wont). -Will the 71 McGaughys front disc brake kit work the 70 drop kit from Early Classic? -Are there any other front disc brake kits that I should be considering that are not super $$$? Thanks! ~JH

07-08-2019, 08:09 PM	#2
demian5 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Lake Forest, CA Posts: 2,177	Re: Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. Look at CPP. I know people speak highly of the early classic stuff through. __________________ "Work hard, use your vacation days." 1970 C15 GMC Long Bed 1986 C20 Scottsdale 1983 K2500 Sierra Classic Suburban 6.2 Instagram: C10sofOC

07-08-2019, 08:39 PM	#3
p0508 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: EL PASO Posts: 96	Re: Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. https://sportcompactwarehouse.com/ad...2029l959518100 Wilwood D52 front kit will work with aftermarket drop spindles that utilize two mounting bolts and bracket rather than the molded slide in factory type. They MAY work with the stock type spindle I'm not sure. Wilwood 140-11290 300 bux from sportcompact warehouse to your door. Wont find them cheaper anywhere else. https://photos.app.goo.gl/suN7jsh4uRJqrdzN8 Look for some pictures in this album of my spindle type, bracket and brakes. __________________ Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=779228

07-08-2019, 09:05 PM	#4
2500HD Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: DFW Posts: 268	Re: Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. Early Classic has a kit that has everything you need in either 5 or 6 lug. i used the five lug on my 70. __________________ 1970 Custom Original 400/400 Now ZZ454/4L80E/Edelbrock Pro-Flo 4/3:73 Eaton Posi PS PB and cold factory air Early Classic 4.5/6 Front 20X8.5 Riddler 4.75 inch bs Pirelli 255/40/20 Rear 20X10 Riddler 5.5 inch bs Toyo 295/40/40 Rear end is original wide 6 lug converted to 5 lug

07-09-2019, 02:07 PM	#6
Orange67 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Syracuse, Utah Posts: 499	Re: Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. What these guys said. ECE is good, I personally went the CPP route. __________________ Justin '67 C20 CST Custom Camper '04.5 LLY Duramax CCSB...sold

07-09-2019, 02:59 PM	#7
68 P.O.S. Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Puyallup, WA Posts: 1,662	Re: Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. Another vote for ECE. Great quality __________________ 72 C10 lwb fleetside -stock 350/350 combo

07-09-2019, 05:28 PM	#8
mcampbell Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Santa Clara, Utah Posts: 48	Re: Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. I would call Early Classic. When I switched the 70 drums to stock 72 front end with discs and rebuilt all the front end they gave me great advice including exactly which size adapters to reduce the brake lines at the hard line to hose fitting.

07-09-2019, 05:59 PM	#9
MySons68C20 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Wenatchee, Wa Posts: 929	Re: Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. ECE, the call is free and you will get great advice no matter what you decide.

07-10-2019, 01:27 PM	#10
Minkota Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 295	Re: Lowering kit AND brake kit woes. One thing to think about before you install the kit is if you do not buy pre-painted parts, do yourself a favor and either paint them or clear coat them before you install.

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