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jjg · 02-02-2003, 05:11 PM

Hey guys i have 67 chevy with 6 bolt all the way around, and have seen McGaughys advertised and they seem pretty reasonable.

6 Lug Rotor kit includes:
12" rotors, calipers, Bearings, seals, hoses, dust caps, and spindle nut. $219.00 for the kit
Also i know i am going to need the spindles and they sell a 2 1/2 inch drop spindle for 229.00 a pair, or the stock spindles for the same price. Basically the truck is going to be used for hauling the occasional vehicle but nothing to bad. So have you guys heard good or bad things about these McGaughys setups.. Anything else i am going to need for this swap. I know i am going to have to a new master cylinder and proportioning valve for the swap.. What else will i need to do to make this swap a success.
thanks
John

busterwivell · 02-02-2003, 07:43 PM

McGaughy's stuff is A#1, and reasonable. Haven't done any for our trucks yet, but his car stuff is supurb.

hughnews1 · 02-02-2003, 07:47 PM

i have a 71 c-20 with 8 lug16.5
I want McG for 15 " ralley zooom zooom zooommm

dmec · 02-02-2003, 10:20 PM

i have used their dropped spindles on 2 trucks. best prices and quality.

Blue Beard · 02-02-2003, 10:24 PM

Does anyone have a web address for McGaughy's.

I'm considering changing over to disc.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 02-02-2003, 10:49 PM

We sell McGaughy's stuff also.... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

Dandeluxe · 02-02-2003, 11:42 PM

hers the addy u were lookin for
www.mcgaughysclassic.com
hope this helps. DAN

jmil1974 · 02-03-2003, 12:33 AM

I got my kit from gmcpauls, also made by mcgaughy. Top notch and great price.

gashog · 02-03-2003, 12:57 AM

I've got their 2.5" drop spindles and 6 lug disc's on my 69 and their top quality pieces.

onelow69 · 02-03-2003, 04:23 AM

I live in the Fresno Ca area where he makes the stuff and I'v seen the shop where he makes all the parts, very nice shop and he makes all spindles on site and also met him as well. He is pretty nice and his spindles are pretty good for the money. But his rotors are made in china and his calipers are not from 71-72 chevy trucks, I think they are from a late model truck like 80 on up but not sure, because of the size of bolt (metric, I think) that holds the brakehose on the caliper. If you get the kit you must get all the stuff including the hoses (longer than OEM), that the key in his kit, because you can not use the stock 71-72 brakeline hoses. Also no dust shields, and bearings not made in states. But I'm not saying thats bad. That how he keeps his prices so low. But if you want stock replacment stuff just spend the extra money and get the ECE stuff. They are in Fresno as well, and I know Dave and Stan too, A little more money, but well spent. But again I'm not bashing his stuff, it just easier getting parts for our trucks than mixing up stuff that would just make thing hard later on. If you guys know what I mean. Just my 2 cents.

**GMCPaul** · 02-03-2003, 06:26 AM

The rotors are made in canada, the calipers are 81-87 GM fullsize truck calipers for more ready availibility, the hoses are longer than OEM and differ from 71-72 so that you can use original hard lines and not have to swap to 71-72 steel brake lines, the bearings are 71-87 Chevy & GMC 1/2 ton inner and outer bearings and seals again for easy availibility. Dust shields are not included but we do offer them, as dust shields are actually a matter of taste as disc brakes are self cleaning and many modern vehicles no longer use the shields on the inside and with todays modern wheels rotors see no more protection on the face than they do on the back side.
GMCPaul

onelow69 · 02-03-2003, 04:02 PM

Thanks for clearing that up, I was wondering why the calipers came like that. Also Do you (GMC Paul) get the hole kit from Dave Mcqaughy's Shop or do you just get the spindels only and add your stuff to it, Because I just bought the spindels and did not buy rest of kit because what I saw on the rotor boxes. But love the spindles. Bolted right on and had no problems with them.

Earl Junior · 02-03-2003, 04:19 PM

I just finished installing the 2 1/2" drop disc conversion from McGauhey's (purchased from GMCPaul's).

The kit didn't have any instructions with it, but it isn't exactly rocket science.

You can see what few pics I took here.

02-02-2003, 07:43 PM	#2
busterwivell Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Sahuarita, AZ USA Posts: 2,033	McGaughy's stuff is A#1, and reasonable. Haven't done any for our trucks yet, but his car stuff is supurb. __________________ Bill - Tucson, AZ 47 Chevrolet 2 dr sedan 56 Chevrolet 210 2 dr sedan 66 Chevrolet Malibu 2 dr 4 speed 71 Chevrolet C30 Longhorn 86 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS (Sold) 01 Chevrolet Tahoe IM - BUSTERWIVE@aol.com

02-02-2003, 10:24 PM	#5
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Does anyone have a web address for McGaughy's. I'm considering changing over to disc. __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

02-02-2003, 10:49 PM	#6
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,766	We sell McGaughy's stuff also.... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

02-02-2003, 11:42 PM	#7
Dandeluxe Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: st.louis mo. Posts: 717	DISC BRAKES hers the addy u were lookin for www.mcgaughysclassic.com hope this helps. DAN __________________ 1969 cst swb 350/400 th . DANNY C . ["]FRIENDS DONT LET FRIENDS DRIVE F@RD$!! 1969 cst swb corvette hugger orange with 400 hp sbc I started out with nothing and i held on to it

02-03-2003, 12:33 AM	#8
jmil1974 Ain't we cute? Join Date: May 2002 Location: Friendswood, TX Posts: 700	I got my kit from gmcpauls, also made by mcgaughy. Top notch and great price. __________________ 69 C10 2WD LWB Fleet 350/350 power front disc conversion (6 lug disc kit from gmcpauls) and new engine, PS, A/C, fresh fluids, SHE DRIVES! FOR SALE $3900

02-02-2003, 05:11 PM	#1
jjg Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: elk horn, ia, USA Posts: 554	Thinking about a Mcgaughy's brake setup suggestions or opinions welcomed Hey guys i have 67 chevy with 6 bolt all the way around, and have seen McGaughys advertised and they seem pretty reasonable. 6 Lug Rotor kit includes: 12" rotors, calipers, Bearings, seals, hoses, dust caps, and spindle nut. $219.00 for the kit Also i know i am going to need the spindles and they sell a 2 1/2 inch drop spindle for 229.00 a pair, or the stock spindles for the same price. Basically the truck is going to be used for hauling the occasional vehicle but nothing to bad. So have you guys heard good or bad things about these McGaughys setups.. Anything else i am going to need for this swap. I know i am going to have to a new master cylinder and proportioning valve for the swap.. What else will i need to do to make this swap a success. thanks John

02-02-2003, 07:47 PM	#3
hughnews1 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hudson FL gulf coast Posts: 624	i have a 71 c-20 with 8 lug16.5 I want McG for 15 " ralley zooom zooom zooommm

02-02-2003, 10:20 PM	#4
dmec Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: yucaipa ca Posts: 580	i have used their dropped spindles on 2 trucks. best prices and quality.

02-03-2003, 12:57 AM	#9
gashog Active Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Lake co. california Posts: 192	I've got their 2.5" drop spindles and 6 lug disc's on my 69 and their top quality pieces. __________________ 69 Custom/10 454 Turbo 400 and 70 Custom/20 350 Turbo 350, 73 cheyanne C/10 also 69 camaro Z/28 and 85 Iroc Z

02-03-2003, 04:23 AM	#10
onelow69 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Central Cal Posts: 124	I live in the Fresno Ca area where he makes the stuff and I'v seen the shop where he makes all the parts, very nice shop and he makes all spindles on site and also met him as well. He is pretty nice and his spindles are pretty good for the money. But his rotors are made in china and his calipers are not from 71-72 chevy trucks, I think they are from a late model truck like 80 on up but not sure, because of the size of bolt (metric, I think) that holds the brakehose on the caliper. If you get the kit you must get all the stuff including the hoses (longer than OEM), that the key in his kit, because you can not use the stock 71-72 brakeline hoses. Also no dust shields, and bearings not made in states. But I'm not saying thats bad. That how he keeps his prices so low. But if you want stock replacment stuff just spend the extra money and get the ECE stuff. They are in Fresno as well, and I know Dave and Stan too, A little more money, but well spent. But again I'm not bashing his stuff, it just easier getting parts for our trucks than mixing up stuff that would just make thing hard later on. If you guys know what I mean. Just my 2 cents. __________________ 69 Chevy Truck, 350, 400trans, Lowered 3.5/6, Disc brake conv, All early classic stuff. 62 Chevy Nova 350, 700R4, 2400stall, F9in, 3.70gear, AlburnPosi, Chevelle Disc Brakes, ect.

02-03-2003, 06:26 AM	#11
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,722	The rotors are made in canada, the calipers are 81-87 GM fullsize truck calipers for more ready availibility, the hoses are longer than OEM and differ from 71-72 so that you can use original hard lines and not have to swap to 71-72 steel brake lines, the bearings are 71-87 Chevy & GMC 1/2 ton inner and outer bearings and seals again for easy availibility. Dust shields are not included but we do offer them, as dust shields are actually a matter of taste as disc brakes are self cleaning and many modern vehicles no longer use the shields on the inside and with todays modern wheels rotors see no more protection on the face than they do on the back side. GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

02-03-2003, 04:02 PM	#12
onelow69 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Central Cal Posts: 124	Thanks for clearing that up, I was wondering why the calipers came like that. Also Do you (GMC Paul) get the hole kit from Dave Mcqaughy's Shop or do you just get the spindels only and add your stuff to it, Because I just bought the spindels and did not buy rest of kit because what I saw on the rotor boxes. But love the spindles. Bolted right on and had no problems with them. __________________ 69 Chevy Truck, 350, 400trans, Lowered 3.5/6, Disc brake conv, All early classic stuff. 62 Chevy Nova 350, 700R4, 2400stall, F9in, 3.70gear, AlburnPosi, Chevelle Disc Brakes, ect.

02-03-2003, 04:19 PM	#13
Earl Junior Cadillac power Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North Idaho Posts: 296	I just finished installing the 2 1/2" drop disc conversion from McGauhey's (purchased from GMCPaul's). The kit didn't have any instructions with it, but it isn't exactly rocket science. You can see what few pics I took here. __________________ Just for the record, if I'm down to my last potato, I'm not sharing it with a guy who wants to kill me so he can get a better supply of virgins in paradise. That lesson is a little thing I call Economics 101, infidel style. --Scott Adams author of Dilbert

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