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Edmond · 05-28-2005, 10:47 AM

Well today the first parts I need for the Rear Disc Brakes conversion came with the post.
Now all I need are the brackets and e-brake stuff and I can begin.
It feels like Christmas came very early this year!

Cya,
Edmond

68 50th · 05-28-2005, 04:40 PM

Looking good.
Keep us updated on the progress.

Edmond · 05-29-2005, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by 68 50th

Looking good.
Keep us updated on the progress.

Yes I'm very happy with the parts. Came quickly too I might add.
I have ordered the brackets from Blackbirds Custom Trucks so I hope they won't take to long to arrive.
I want to start this job as soon as possible

I'll keep you updated, and I will make as many pictures as I can during the swap.

Cya,
Edmond

*dtlilly* · 05-29-2005, 04:02 AM

I had no idea you could convert the 3/4 and 1 ton trucks to discs. That is too cool!

nu2-72 · 05-29-2005, 09:08 AM

Hey Edmond. Need any help? I could probably drive over sometime around July. LOL Looks good buddy. Counting the days?

LUV2XCLR8 · 05-29-2005, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by dtlilly

I had no idea you could convert the 3/4 and 1 ton trucks to discs. That is too cool!

Tim240Z · 05-29-2005, 11:24 AM

Could you please provide some details on the kit/parts. Application, source etc etc. I haven't ever come across an 8 lug conversion. I am very interested. Could you document the swap for us?
Thanks,
Tim

Edmond · 05-29-2005, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by nu2-72

Hey Edmond. Need any help? I could probably drive over sometime around July. LOL Looks good buddy. Counting the days?

Now that would be great Kevin

Please do, I could use some help since I've never done this kind of thing before

Counting the days? Man you are so right about that. Can't wait!!

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Originally Posted by Tim240Z

Could you please provide some details on the kit/parts. Application, source etc etc.
I haven't ever come across an 8 lug conversion. I am very interested. Could you document the swap for us?
Thanks,
Tim

The kit is from Blackbird Custom Trucks. Take a look here:GM Rear Disc Brakes
I will make as many pictures as possible and post them when I'm finished.

Cya,
Edmond

*dtlilly* · 05-30-2005, 12:57 AM

Awesum! I can't wait to see this work out!

RainFade · 05-30-2005, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim240Z

Could you please provide some details on the kit/parts. Application, source etc etc. I haven't ever come across an 8 lug conversion. I am very interested. Could you document the swap for us?
Thanks,
Tim

hehehe come on in fellows the water is fine... best mod so far.

My lame quicky page for H052 rear disc brakes..

Edmond opted for a kit and needed e-brakes for his local laws, they actually make you demonstrate they'll stop the truck in a certain distance at a certain speed or something to that effect.

Tim240Z · 05-30-2005, 03:13 PM

Awesome man!! U rock!

Is there a prop valve that can be used instead of the wilwood adj. one? maybe from another later model truck, that will dial in the correct bias?

RainFade · 05-30-2005, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim240Z

Awesome man!! U rock!

Is there a prop valve that can be used instead of the wilwood adj. one? maybe from another later model truck, that will dial in the correct bias?

I highly doubt it as the calipers I used on the rear are the same as the front.
Normall rear calipers have a WAY smaller piston than fronts in a factory designed 4 wheel disc system.

I used a valve from a heavy front wheel drive 4 wheel disc car to get close but the rears still locked up early.
A $40 valve fixed it and it works GREAT so I'm not complaining, and had expected it to happen. Having the same parts on both axles will make buying parts much easier as I get older and yet more senile hehehe.

It is important you get a combo valve that is designed for 4 wheel disc as a disc/drum valve will hold off (delay) the fronts to wait for the drums to energize AND will maintain residual pressure on the rears as well.. neither characteristic is desirable in a 4 wheel disc system !!!

drink2mny · 05-31-2005, 12:59 AM

Thank you for going with Blackbird's, Edmond.
As for a proportioning valve, that is a choice of the customer.
98% of all kits we have sold have never changed their valve and have yet to have any issues.
But again it is the customers choice if he wants to change it.

Here are install instructions.

Page 1

Page 2

Rod · 06-25-2005, 01:06 PM

Will these kits work for a duallie 1 ton..I may have asked already and been told they would but threw this up for knowledge to others also and confirm.

drink2mny · 06-25-2005, 02:41 PM

Yeah Rod, we make a dually kit. Totally different bracket and components..
So just a heads up to all.

05-28-2005, 10:47 AM	#1
Edmond Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,062	Look what the postman brought me today... Well today the first parts I need for the Rear Disc Brakes conversion came with the post. Now all I need are the brackets and e-brake stuff and I can begin. It feels like Christmas came very early this year! Cya, Edmond __________________ 1971 Chevy C/20 Longhorn, 350/TH400, Edelbrock Performer, IMPCO 425 LPG Carb 1974 Chevy Camaro Z28 (Original) ------------------------- Capelle a/d IJssel, The Netherlands

05-28-2005, 04:40 PM	#2
68 50th Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sweden Posts: 833	Looking good. Keep us updated on the progress. __________________ Mats.. ---------------------------------------------------- 1971 Cheyenne Super Custom Camper 475CBB/TH400/AC 1992 Silverado Sport Truck 1988 Silverado 2500 Ext Longbed 4x4 2001 GMC Sierra SLT 4x4 1990 Chevrolet K3500 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix 1980 Z 28 350/4-speed/AC/T-top 1980 Camaro Coupe V6/3-speed 1979 Buick Century Wagon

05-29-2005, 09:08 AM	#5
nu2-72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Amazonia, Mo. USA Posts: 2,821	Hey Edmond. Need any help? I could probably drive over sometime around July. LOL Looks good buddy. Counting the days? __________________ 72 3/4 4x4 350 4spd 72 3/4 4x4 350 auto 2004 Duramax Silverado 4x4 2006 Duramax Crew cab 4x4 2010 Harley Ultra Limited 2011 Harley Street Glide

05-29-2005, 11:24 AM	#7
Tim240Z Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LAX area, So Cal Posts: 499	Could you please provide some details on the kit/parts. Application, source etc etc. I haven't ever come across an 8 lug conversion. I am very interested. Could you document the swap for us? Thanks, Tim __________________ 1972 Suburban C20 454/TH700R4, eaton-corporate 4.10 (looking for 3.7) Sold: 71 Cheyenne 20 Installed a 99 5.7L L31/4L60E from Suburban 1500 (2005)

05-30-2005, 03:13 PM	#11
Tim240Z Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LAX area, So Cal Posts: 499	Awesome man!! U rock! Is there a prop valve that can be used instead of the wilwood adj. one? maybe from another later model truck, that will dial in the correct bias? __________________ 1972 Suburban C20 454/TH700R4, eaton-corporate 4.10 (looking for 3.7) Sold: 71 Cheyenne 20 Installed a 99 5.7L L31/4L60E from Suburban 1500 (2005)

05-29-2005, 04:02 AM	#4
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	I had no idea you could convert the 3/4 and 1 ton trucks to discs. That is too cool!

05-30-2005, 12:57 AM	#9
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	Awesum! I can't wait to see this work out!

05-31-2005, 12:59 AM	#13
drink2mny Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: spokane wa Posts: 2,189	Thank you for going with Blackbird's, Edmond. As for a proportioning valve, that is a choice of the customer. 98% of all kits we have sold have never changed their valve and have yet to have any issues. But again it is the customers choice if he wants to change it. Here are install instructions. Page 1 Page 2 __________________ Support The Board

06-25-2005, 01:06 PM	#14
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	Will these kits work for a duallie 1 ton..I may have asked already and been told they would but threw this up for knowledge to others also and confirm.

06-25-2005, 02:41 PM	#15
drink2mny Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: spokane wa Posts: 2,189	Yeah Rod, we make a dually kit. Totally different bracket and components.. So just a heads up to all. __________________ Support The Board



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