Spacer size to run w/disc brak conversion. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jay-dawg · 02-26-2006, 02:01 PM

Hi guys,

For those that have changed from drum to disc brakes, what size wheel spacer do I use to run the stock rims and clear the brake caliper? I got the Mcgaughy drop spindle disc brake kit.

tia,
Jay

I have this type of rim:

Longhorn Man · 02-26-2006, 02:47 PM

I know 4X4 wheels will clear. Personally, I'd seek out proper wheels rather than use spacers. your state inspection is rather crazy over there and if they saw the spacers, you are sure to fail.

**dennislbrooks** · 02-26-2006, 03:31 PM

I had to run a 1" spacer on a 66 1/2 ton with 66 stock wheels. This will leave your rear wheels narrower that takes about 1.5 " on each side to even out depending on your year.

Hook'em · 02-26-2006, 05:30 PM

I used 5/8" spacers on my '69 when I switched from drums to ECE discs.

jay-dawg · 03-14-2006, 03:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hook'em

I used 5/8" spacers on my '69 when I switched from drums to ECE discs.

Where'd you get them?

Thanks,
jay

Hook'em · 03-14-2006, 10:16 AM

Mine came from Pep Boys, but you can find them online.

riden2low · 03-14-2006, 01:03 PM

I was giving a site off of Ebay but I found them a little cheaper on this site http://www.ezaccessory.com/SearchRes...ularity&Page=2

02-26-2006, 02:01 PM	#1
jay-dawg chevelito Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Honolulu, HI USA Posts: 1,609	Spacer size to run w/disc brak conversion. Hi guys, For those that have changed from drum to disc brakes, what size wheel spacer do I use to run the stock rims and clear the brake caliper? I got the Mcgaughy drop spindle disc brake kit. tia, Jay I have this type of rim: Attached Images __________________ New deadline...when my son can drive. Aloha from Honolulu, HI

02-26-2006, 02:47 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Spacer size to run w/disc brak conversion. I know 4X4 wheels will clear. Personally, I'd seek out proper wheels rather than use spacers. your state inspection is rather crazy over there and if they saw the spacers, you are sure to fail. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 02-26-2006 at 06:31 PM.

02-26-2006, 03:31 PM	#3
dennislbrooks Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Williamsburg, Ohio Posts: 1,798	Re: Spacer size to run w/disc brak conversion. I had to run a 1" spacer on a 66 1/2 ton with 66 stock wheels. This will leave your rear wheels narrower that takes about 1.5 " on each side to even out depending on your year. Last edited by dennislbrooks; 02-26-2006 at 03:33 PM.

02-26-2006, 05:30 PM	#4
Hook'em Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Round Rock, Texas Posts: 858	Re: Spacer size to run w/disc brak conversion. I used 5/8" spacers on my '69 when I switched from drums to ECE discs. __________________ Hook'em

03-14-2006, 10:16 AM	#6
Hook'em Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Round Rock, Texas Posts: 858	Re: Spacer size to run w/disc brak conversion. Mine came from Pep Boys, but you can find them online. __________________ Hook'em

03-14-2006, 01:03 PM	#7
riden2low Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Portland OR. Posts: 86	Re: Spacer size to run w/disc brak conversion. I was giving a site off of Ebay but I found them a little cheaper on this site http://www.ezaccessory.com/SearchRes...ularity&Page=2 __________________ 68 Chevy short wide air cab 4/6 on the drop 327 small block Front disc Frame "c" sectioned Gaylord bed cover Last edited by riden2low; 03-14-2006 at 01:05 PM.



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