Disk brake Conversion - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Rudy67chevy · 04-09-2009, 08:51 PM

I have a 67 c-10 long bed, and want to switch to disk brakes. what other years would fit? besides 71 , 72

PanelDeland · 04-09-2009, 09:23 PM

You can swap the whole crossmember from a 71-86? and just drill a couple of holes.You can also do it by using the ball joints to match the spindles from the donor truck.There are quite a few threads on this swap in the FAQ's section which will give you tons of info.You can then best decide what fits you budget/skill set.We're always here to answer questions but there is more info in the FAQ's than anyone can repeat.Swapping spindles also requires swapping tie rod ends.If you're looking to upgrade to PS then a later crossmember may be the ticket.

Bob 68327 · 04-09-2009, 09:37 PM

Just did a 77 front crossmember swap on my daughter's truck . In my opinion this is the way to go drill 2 holes and bolt it in simple . My 2 cents Bob

rockdawg · 04-09-2009, 10:00 PM

If you do the complete crossmember swap, do you have to take the motor out? Seems like I remember that the perches for the motor mounts are bolted to the crossmember and frame on a 69.

Not trying to hijack a thread... just interested in doing the swap as to what all is involved.

Bob 68327 · 04-09-2009, 10:06 PM

I used the origional motor mounts you will need to drill the hole in the crossmember no big deal .. Bob

Rudy67chevy · 04-09-2009, 11:38 PM

Thanks everyone.. i have lots of trucks to choose from at work. All take a look tomorrow

**passthebuck** · 04-09-2009, 11:50 PM

I rebuilt the front end on my 67 about 500km's ago & not wanting to throw away all that cash, I decided to get me some of those drop/conversion spindles that use your old balljoints but that use 71+ disc parts. They are together but I have not put them on yet...

jbristo67 · 04-10-2009, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by passthebuck

I rebuilt the front end on my 67 about 500km's ago & not wanting to throw away all that cash, I decided to get me some of those drop/conversion spindles that use your old balljoints but that use 71+ disc parts. They are together but I have not put them on yet...

I liked this way as well

oldblue1968chevy · 04-10-2009, 10:04 AM

so u just used 71spindles and rotors etc

69ChevyRazorback · 04-10-2009, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob 68327

Just did a 77 front crossmember swap on my daughter's truck . In my opinion this is the way to go drill 2 holes and bolt it in simple . My 2 cents Bob

Bob is it really that easy??? if you swap out the front crossmember will you have to swap out the rear also? or will the crossmember be the same width as the original????

my67chevytruck · 04-10-2009, 12:42 PM

we used a 72 parts truck and swapped the entire front crossmember and rear end( have pics in my build thread). Typically ppl that do the front crossmember swap either swap the rear end to get the 5-lug or they get the conversion axles that are 5 lug... good luck

Bob 68327 · 04-10-2009, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 69ChevyRazorback

Bob is it really that easy??? if you swap out the front crossmember will you have to swap out the rear also? or will the crossmember be the same width as the original????

Width is the same I will be using a 72 rear and yes it is easy . The truck is not driving yet but not because of the front I have it tore way apart . If you go to projects and builds and look at Sweet 16 and you can see it with the new front end in it . I think it took me about an hour to bolt in the new front end and drill the holes . I would say it's easy . Bob

69ChevyRazorback · 04-11-2009, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob 68327

Width is the same I will be using a 72 rear and yes it is easy . The truck is not driving yet but not because of the front I have it tore way apart . If you go to projects and builds and look at Sweet 16 and you can see it with the new front end in it . I think it took me about an hour to bolt in the new front end and drill the holes . I would say it's easy . Bob

Sweet man thanks for the ideas...

and how much would u expect to spend on a used / junkyard front crossmember with disc brakes????

jablack · 04-11-2009, 06:43 PM

I just used the spindles off an 83 chevy truck. You can swap the ball joints and tie rods and you're done. Didn't even touch the cross member.

Bob 68327 · 04-11-2009, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 69ChevyRazorback

Sweet man thanks for the ideas...

and how much would u expect to spend on a used / junkyard front crossmember with disc brakes????

I bought the whole frame for $100 and it came with 15x8 rally's with excellent rings and caps . I took what I wanted and got $25 back for it at the scrap yard !!

69ChevyRazorback · 04-12-2009, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob 68327

I bought the whole frame for $100 and it came with 15x8 rally's with excellent rings and caps . I took what I wanted and got $25 back for it at the scrap yard !!

nice man thanks for the info once again. will definately try to do the same for my 69

04-09-2009, 08:51 PM	#1
Rudy67chevy rudy67chevy Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cali Posts: 154	Disk brake Conversion I have a 67 c-10 long bed, and want to switch to disk brakes. what other years would fit? besides 71 , 72

04-09-2009, 09:23 PM	#2
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Disk brake Conversion You can swap the whole crossmember from a 71-86? and just drill a couple of holes.You can also do it by using the ball joints to match the spindles from the donor truck.There are quite a few threads on this swap in the FAQ's section which will give you tons of info.You can then best decide what fits you budget/skill set.We're always here to answer questions but there is more info in the FAQ's than anyone can repeat.Swapping spindles also requires swapping tie rod ends.If you're looking to upgrade to PS then a later crossmember may be the ticket. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

04-09-2009, 09:37 PM	#3
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Disk brake Conversion Just did a 77 front crossmember swap on my daughter's truck . In my opinion this is the way to go drill 2 holes and bolt it in simple . My 2 cents Bob __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

04-09-2009, 10:00 PM	#4
rockdawg Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Conyers, Ga Posts: 27	Re: Disk brake Conversion If you do the complete crossmember swap, do you have to take the motor out? Seems like I remember that the perches for the motor mounts are bolted to the crossmember and frame on a 69. Not trying to hijack a thread... just interested in doing the swap as to what all is involved. __________________ '69 Chevy CST 383 Stroker TH400

04-09-2009, 10:06 PM	#5
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Disk brake Conversion I used the origional motor mounts you will need to drill the hole in the crossmember no big deal .. Bob __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

04-09-2009, 11:38 PM	#6
Rudy67chevy rudy67chevy Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cali Posts: 154	Re: Disk brake Conversion Thanks everyone.. i have lots of trucks to choose from at work. All take a look tomorrow

04-09-2009, 11:50 PM	#7
passthebuck Sisyphus was my mentor! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario CANADA Posts: 984	Re: Disk brake Conversion I rebuilt the front end on my 67 about 500km's ago & not wanting to throw away all that cash, I decided to get me some of those drop/conversion spindles that use your old balljoints but that use 71+ disc parts. They are together but I have not put them on yet... __________________ passthebuck #5642 -TWO 1967 GMC 910's. One with L6/3-on-the tree and the other with 355 w/435hp & a 700r4. -a 2013 Honda Civic as my "sensible" car

04-10-2009, 10:04 AM	#9
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Disk brake Conversion so u just used 71spindles and rotors etc __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

04-10-2009, 12:42 PM	#11
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Disk brake Conversion we used a 72 parts truck and swapped the entire front crossmember and rear end( have pics in my build thread). Typically ppl that do the front crossmember swap either swap the rear end to get the 5-lug or they get the conversion axles that are 5 lug... good luck __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

04-11-2009, 06:43 PM	#14
jablack Classic Chevy Recycler Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 422	Re: Disk brake Conversion I just used the spindles off an 83 chevy truck. You can swap the ball joints and tie rods and you're done. Didn't even touch the cross member. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 1970 Chevrolet C50 1979 Chevrolet C30 Need another 67 or 68 soon...



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