Adding Disc and lowering Fr&Rr...

[Dustmaker65]

Ok I have been reading threads and searching sites for a week... I want to lower my 68 3/5(?) and upgrade brakes from non power drums to power disc. I also want to change from the 6 lug to 5 on 5 lug.

I have seen many kits to do one or the other, but nothing that does both. I am niether for nor against kits or piece mealing it out... which ever way to get the parts together to get the job done.

So anyone have a parts list or manufactor that can help me?

Jimmy

[lolife99]

www.earlyclassic.com

[Dustmaker65]

Originally Posted by lolife99

www.earlyclassic.com

I did email them, maybe you can answer my question for them.

If I order the axle conversion from them, what rotors and calibers will I need?

And when you order the 4/6 drop kit for $799 you get the 2 1/2" drop spindles as do you when you get the disc brake conversion kit for $759??? Can't use two sets of drop spindles...

And do these all bolt up to my stock A-arms?

Jimmy

[leddzepp]

Call them and talk to Stan. He will fix you up with what you need and answer your questions.

[Ironchevelle]

http://www.classicperform.com/Store/...6772GSK-5D.htm

I haven't used this kit, but this is one I was considering because I am looking to do the same thing you are looking at on my '67. The thing that looks good to me on this one is it comes with everything, which is a huge selling point for me. The only thing this doesn't include that I would need for my truck is rear axles to convert them to 5 lug, but I am leaving the rear as drum brakes.

[lolife99]

Look in the review area for feedback from members before you
order from CPP.
You have been warned.

[blkseetin]

I'm considering doing almost the exact same thing to my 70 except I have power drums now. still thinking about replacing the booster and master though. I'd be interested to see what you end up going with. I have a little time before I pull the trigger on my upgrade, so please post who you go with and the results you get.

[HookEm67]

I do know that Early Classic offers a kit that combines the 4/6 drop kit and disc brake conversion kit for $1299. But that's as far as I got. Give them a call or email them at sales@earlyclassic.com. They're usually pretty good at getting back to you.

[67 chevelle]

If you get the cpp kit plan on using different shocks mine lasted less than a month

[Dustmaker65]

Originally Posted by leddzepp

Call them and talk to Stan. He will fix you up with what you need and answer your questions.

Called Stan...very knowledgeable guy! He is emailing me all the prices!

Originally Posted by lolife99

Look in the review area for feedback from members before you
order from CPP.
You have been warned.

Thanks for the heads up!

Originally Posted by blkseetin

I'm considering doing almost the exact same thing to my 70 except I have power drums now. still thinking about replacing the booster and master though. I'd be interested to see what you end up going with. I have a little time before I pull the trigger on my upgrade, so please post who you go with and the results you get.

I plan on using the kits available from ECC! Stan can put a kit together for your personal needs! I will not be tearing into this project for another couple months, just buying parts ahead of time.

Originally Posted by HookEm67

I do know that Early Classic offers a kit that combines the 4/6 drop kit and disc brake conversion kit for $1299. But that's as far as I got. Give them a call or email them at sales@earlyclassic.com. They're usually pretty good at getting back to you.

Just got off the phone with Stan! Very impressed with him.

Originally Posted by 67 chevelle

If you get the cpp kit plan on using different shocks mine lasted less than a month

Not going with CPP....

[1970 CST Short Wide]

Originally Posted by leddzepp

Call them and talk to Stan. He will fix you up with what you need and answer your questions.

X2 Their stuff is Top Quality and I’ve always had Great Service when needed
All my suspension is ECE , Front and Back

[Dustmaker65]

Ok, after talking to Stan at ECE (for an hour!) I think he has everything worked out for me.

I am going with the 4/6 drop for sure.

Converting over to power steering(thanks to Stan!).

Switching from the factory 6 lug set up to 5 on 5.

Converting from manual brakes to power brakes.

And switching the front to disc and leaving rears drums...this is the only thing that I am not sure about??? How many of you guys only upgraded the fronts to disc???

Jimmy

[leddzepp]

Rear disc is unnecessary, unless you have open wheels and want some bling.

[carp1329]

You will be pleased with ece ,they are top notch.

[lolife99]

Rear disc is nice if you have money to burn.
Otherwise it's not neccessary.
You are on the right track with ECE.

[Dustmaker65]

Hmmm...still patiently waiting for that email from Stan with parts and prices....

Jimmy