07-29-2013, 01:19 PM | #1 |
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Disc brake swap
Being new to the suburban world, what is the economical way to enhance stopping? Would a 87 or under be pretty compatible for a front disc swap? Would I then get into a 5 lug world and swap rear ends too?
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07-29-2013, 08:00 PM | #2 |
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Re: Disc brake swap
I used the front axle off of an 87 Burb. 4x4 for mine, a very easy swap to do.
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07-29-2013, 08:22 PM | #3 |
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Re: Disc brake swap
Thanks Mike, this is my first chevy "truck" not to knowledgeable on the compatibility or tricks of the trade. I am a nova guy (I have a 66 wagon), I've always wanted a burb or a pickup so when this presented itself I was all over it. A 69 long bed may be making its way to my driveway soon too, that's a whole other tread though. I need to go through the whole braking system from the master cylinder back so all advise is greatly appreciated.
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07-29-2013, 08:41 PM | #4 |
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Re: Disc brake swap
I have an interesting vac guage on the dash
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07-30-2013, 12:33 AM | #5 |
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Re: Disc brake swap
The Suburbans have the same basic frams and the same suspension as the pickups. Yes the '73-'87 C10's make excellent donors for steering and brake upgrades. Here is one of a few threads on the subject. More can be found in the '60-'66 FAQ Index found at the top of the main page in the '60-'66 section.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=367260 As for changing the rear axles from 6 x 5.5 to 5 x 5, you can either purchase the aftermarket conversion axles, or switch to a '71-'87 donor differential. But be aware that those will be 1.5" wider than the '60 to early '70 differentials.
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07-30-2013, 11:26 PM | #6 |
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Re: Disc brake swap
If you swap out the front be sure to grab all the steering components. This is a great time to upgrade to PS. Is your's 4 wheel drive or 2?
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07-31-2013, 07:50 PM | #7 |
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Re: Disc brake swap
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