67-72 Rear Disc Setup - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

gonebad2 · 12-31-2003, 05:17 AM

The other day, just for the heck of it, I purchased a set of plans for a rear disc brake setup from a guy on ebay. The plans were drawn on autocad and are excellent. The detail and simplicity is extraordinary. The entire setup is drawn to scale and templates are provided to cut mounting brackets. All you have to do is transfer them to 3/8" plate and cut them out. I should be able to do it no problem with my plasma cutter then some light cleanup afterwards. The plans also include a very comprehensive set of instructions and a complete summary bill of materials. All of the parts are "off the shelf GM parts" that require no modifications. You even get a rear e-brake. A buddy of mine already made a set of rear discs up for me, but I think I will go with these. The cost of the parts shouldn't be over a few hundred bucks. Here is the link if any of you guy's are interested.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2450216153

The auction lists it for an '87 but I spoke with the vendor and he said it will work on a '71/'72 rear end no problem. A guy I know makes Harley parts and I will have him chrome the brackets when they are done. It will be a little while, but I will share pics when I get them done. Just thought I would share this with you guys. It looks pretty good for a rear disc setup for a reasonable price.

**CUSTOM/10** · 12-31-2003, 11:22 AM

I've been researching differant rear disc set-ups and that does look like a nice one. You said that all the parts are off the shelf GM parts that need no mods. Does that include the rotors??
I haven't been able to find rotors that would fit over the axle
without machining and or drilling holes to accommodate a six lug bolt pattern. I think that would be a great advantage to be able to replace rotors with off the shelf ones.

Gary

*racedvl* · 12-31-2003, 11:32 AM

Gary, I would try front rotors from a 71-87 K10. I know that will have the pattern you need.

70c10 · 12-31-2003, 11:58 AM

Some people have used Lincoln or Caddy rears I thought to get the disc brake setup I believe.

**CUSTOM/10** · 12-31-2003, 12:41 PM

I've tried a set of front rotors from a mid 70,s K10, but they wouldn't fit over the axles without machining either the inside of the rotor and or the outside of the axle flange. If the lincoln or Caddy rotors will fit over the axle flange then drilling new holes wouldn't to bad.

junkyardjohn · 12-31-2003, 02:36 PM

I'VE GOT A 9" FORD REAREND OUT OF A 76 LINCOLN MK4 (I GOT IT COMPLETE OUT OF A BONEYARD FOR $85) IT HAS A 5" ON 5" BOLT PATTERN, DISC BRAKES & AN E-BRAKE. IT'S IN THE SHOP RIGHT NOW. I TRADED A BUNCH OF PARTS TO A BUDDY OF MINE FOR HIM TO REBUILD A POSI UNIT, & INSTALL ALL NEWCLUTCHES, BEARINGS & SEALS IN IT. HE'LL ALSO REMOVE ALL THE PERCHES ON THE TUBE. WHEN I INSTALL IT ..... I'LL HAVE TO SET THE PINION ANGLE, & WELD ON NEW PERCHES & MOUNT A PANHARD BAR (ADJUSTABLE).

JOHN

jorgensensc · 12-31-2003, 02:49 PM

I checked those plans before. When I spoke to him he told me it wouldn't fit a 15 inch rim. This is the same problem I keep running into.

gonebad2 · 12-31-2003, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by racedvl
Gary, I would try front rotors from a 71-87 K10. I know that will have the pattern you need.

Those are the rotors that are listed on the parts list. Looks like John has found a great setup with the Lincoln rearend. You can't beat the strength of a 9" not to mention the availability of gears. If it doesn't need to be shortened, that's really a score. Didn't think to ask if they would work with a 15" wheel. I may have to wait a while. I was planning on putting 20's on eventually. Thanks for the great replies!!!

383 Stroker · 12-31-2003, 03:48 PM

I'm in the process of installing rear disc brakes on my truck. It's the same setup that is on a mid 90's Impala SS. I had to make the backing plate.This disc brake setup weigh's 25 lbs less then the old drum brakes. Here is a picture.

383 Stroker · 12-31-2003, 03:50 PM

Here is a picture of the backing plate.

dinnut · 12-31-2003, 03:57 PM

wow. good deal man! can you also find out if there is a way to have 6 lug rear discs? like use the 4x4 rotors? and find out if this is at all possible? you should get those reproduced you could sell them on the parts board!

gonebad2 · 12-31-2003, 03:59 PM

Very clean looking 383......You might want to think about using grade 8 bolts though.

383 Stroker · 12-31-2003, 05:03 PM

gonebad2, I'm going to use grade 8 bolts, grade 5 bolts was all I had when I was checking the fit of the backing plate.

rogf4 · 12-31-2003, 06:21 PM

Not trying to be negative but I ran the 9 inch ford rear end lincoln disc brake set up on my race car and the calipers are crappy just my 2 cents

rogf4 · 12-31-2003, 06:25 PM

I am building an 80 model crew cab 4x4 with 14 bolt ff rear end anybody have any disc brake setup ideas for this rear end

gonebad2 · 12-31-2003, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by rogf4
Not trying to be negative but I ran the 9 inch ford rear end lincoln disc brake set up on my race car and the calipers are crappy just my 2 cents

Why were you unhappy with the Lincoln calipers? I would have thought they would have worked pretty well. I bet a Lincoln weighs a lot more than a 67-72 shortbed.

rogf4 · 12-31-2003, 06:57 PM

very chattery, wheel hop when heavy pressure applied,not happy with the stopping power

*Shane* · 12-31-2003, 07:32 PM

The Caddy rotors will NOT fit 71-72 axles flange. The axle flange AND the center hub will have to be turned down in order for the rotor to slip over axle flange.

How do I know? I have already done this modification with the late 70's Caddy Seville stuff.

ozarkhippie · 01-01-2004, 10:08 PM

Gonebad you said you use the rotors off of a 71 to 87 k10. Do the plans say anything about machining the axle? I have emailed the guy you got your plans from but havent got any answers. I was trying to see what parts are needed before I jumped into some thing that is going to cost me too much.

rn2fine · 01-01-2004, 10:28 PM

I found a website related to your project a few weeks ago. The company sells some of the fabricated parts that you are describing. All you do is add oem discs, pads, and rotors. Here is the site:

http://www.azkickin.com/home.htm

junkyardjohn · 01-01-2004, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by rogf4
very chattery, wheel hop when heavy pressure applied,not happy with the stopping power

WELL I HOPE THATS NOT THE CASE.... I HAVE A COUPLE OF FRIENDS WITH THESE REARENDS IN STREETRODS, & THEY WORK REALLY WELL. YOU DO NEED A 4 WHEEL DISC OR AN ADJUSTABLE PROPORTIONING VALVE TO MAKE THEM WORK PROPERLY.

JOHN

dinnut · 01-01-2004, 11:07 PM

ive heard of lots of people using the 9 inch ford and everybody loves them. maybe u arent using the right master cylinder and prop valve?

mikeoj · 01-01-2004, 11:38 PM

Just adding to the info.Check out this link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=33728

mikeoj · 01-01-2004, 11:45 PM

Here's another: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...763&indexURL=1

ozarkhippie · 01-01-2004, 11:54 PM

Anyone know how much rebuilt caddy calipers with the e brake cost?

12-31-2003, 05:17 AM	#1
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	67-72 Rear Disc Setup The other day, just for the heck of it, I purchased a set of plans for a rear disc brake setup from a guy on ebay. The plans were drawn on autocad and are excellent. The detail and simplicity is extraordinary. The entire setup is drawn to scale and templates are provided to cut mounting brackets. All you have to do is transfer them to 3/8" plate and cut them out. I should be able to do it no problem with my plasma cutter then some light cleanup afterwards. The plans also include a very comprehensive set of instructions and a complete summary bill of materials. All of the parts are "off the shelf GM parts" that require no modifications. You even get a rear e-brake. A buddy of mine already made a set of rear discs up for me, but I think I will go with these. The cost of the parts shouldn't be over a few hundred bucks. Here is the link if any of you guy's are interested.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2450216153 The auction lists it for an '87 but I spoke with the vendor and he said it will work on a '71/'72 rear end no problem. A guy I know makes Harley parts and I will have him chrome the brackets when they are done. It will be a little while, but I will share pics when I get them done. Just thought I would share this with you guys. It looks pretty good for a rear disc setup for a reasonable price. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

12-31-2003, 11:22 AM	#2
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,801	Rear Disc Brakes I've been researching differant rear disc set-ups and that does look like a nice one. You said that all the parts are off the shelf GM parts that need no mods. Does that include the rotors?? I haven't been able to find rotors that would fit over the axle without machining and or drilling holes to accommodate a six lug bolt pattern. I think that would be a great advantage to be able to replace rotors with off the shelf ones. Gary

12-31-2003, 11:58 AM	#4
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Some people have used Lincoln or Caddy rears I thought to get the disc brake setup I believe. __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

12-31-2003, 12:41 PM	#5
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,801	Front Rotors I've tried a set of front rotors from a mid 70,s K10, but they wouldn't fit over the axles without machining either the inside of the rotor and or the outside of the axle flange. If the lincoln or Caddy rotors will fit over the axle flange then drilling new holes wouldn't to bad.

12-31-2003, 02:36 PM	#6
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,427	I'VE GOT A 9" FORD REAREND OUT OF A 76 LINCOLN MK4 (I GOT IT COMPLETE OUT OF A BONEYARD FOR $85) IT HAS A 5" ON 5" BOLT PATTERN, DISC BRAKES & AN E-BRAKE. IT'S IN THE SHOP RIGHT NOW. I TRADED A BUNCH OF PARTS TO A BUDDY OF MINE FOR HIM TO REBUILD A POSI UNIT, & INSTALL ALL NEWCLUTCHES, BEARINGS & SEALS IN IT. HE'LL ALSO REMOVE ALL THE PERCHES ON THE TUBE. WHEN I INSTALL IT ..... I'LL HAVE TO SET THE PINION ANGLE, & WELD ON NEW PERCHES & MOUNT A PANHARD BAR (ADJUSTABLE). JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST Last edited by junkyardjohn; 12-31-2003 at 02:56 PM.

12-31-2003, 11:32 AM	#3
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	Gary, I would try front rotors from a 71-87 K10. I know that will have the pattern you need.

12-31-2003, 02:49 PM	#7
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	I checked those plans before. When I spoke to him he told me it wouldn't fit a 15 inch rim. This is the same problem I keep running into. __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

12-31-2003, 03:48 PM	#9
383 Stroker Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Jesup, GA Posts: 571	I'm in the process of installing rear disc brakes on my truck. It's the same setup that is on a mid 90's Impala SS. I had to make the backing plate.This disc brake setup weigh's 25 lbs less then the old drum brakes. Here is a picture. Attached Images __________________ Video's of my Truck Racing 1967 C-10, 383ci Sbc, TH350, 3200 stall, 3.73 gear Last edited by 383 Stroker; 12-31-2003 at 03:53 PM.

12-31-2003, 03:50 PM	#10
383 Stroker Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Jesup, GA Posts: 571	Here is a picture of the backing plate. Attached Images __________________ Video's of my Truck Racing 1967 C-10, 383ci Sbc, TH350, 3200 stall, 3.73 gear

12-31-2003, 03:57 PM	#11
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	wow. good deal man! can you also find out if there is a way to have 6 lug rear discs? like use the 4x4 rotors? and find out if this is at all possible? you should get those reproduced you could sell them on the parts board! __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

12-31-2003, 03:59 PM	#12
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Very clean looking 383......You might want to think about using grade 8 bolts though. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

12-31-2003, 05:03 PM	#13
383 Stroker Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Jesup, GA Posts: 571	gonebad2, I'm going to use grade 8 bolts, grade 5 bolts was all I had when I was checking the fit of the backing plate. __________________ Video's of my Truck Racing 1967 C-10, 383ci Sbc, TH350, 3200 stall, 3.73 gear

12-31-2003, 06:21 PM	#14
rogf4 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: whitesburg,Tn Posts: 223	Not trying to be negative but I ran the 9 inch ford rear end lincoln disc brake set up on my race car and the calipers are crappy just my 2 cents

12-31-2003, 06:25 PM	#15
rogf4 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: whitesburg,Tn Posts: 223	I am building an 80 model crew cab 4x4 with 14 bolt ff rear end anybody have any disc brake setup ideas for this rear end

12-31-2003, 06:57 PM	#17
rogf4 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: whitesburg,Tn Posts: 223	very chattery, wheel hop when heavy pressure applied,not happy with the stopping power



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12-31-2003, 07:32 PM	#18
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	The Caddy rotors will NOT fit 71-72 axles flange. The axle flange AND the center hub will have to be turned down in order for the rotor to slip over axle flange. How do I know? I have already done this modification with the late 70's Caddy Seville stuff.

01-01-2004, 10:08 PM	#19
ozarkhippie Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Eureka Springs AR Posts: 494	Gonebad you said you use the rotors off of a 71 to 87 k10. Do the plans say anything about machining the axle? I have emailed the guy you got your plans from but havent got any answers. I was trying to see what parts are needed before I jumped into some thing that is going to cost me too much. __________________ Buy Sale or Trade 71 3/4 4x4 72 1/2 ton cheyenne 4x4 Last edited by ozarkhippie; 01-01-2004 at 10:31 PM.

01-01-2004, 10:28 PM	#20
rn2fine Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Arizona Posts: 157	Found Web Page with SImilar Product I found a website related to your project a few weeks ago. The company sells some of the fabricated parts that you are describing. All you do is add oem discs, pads, and rotors. Here is the site: http://www.azkickin.com/home.htm

01-01-2004, 11:07 PM	#22
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	ive heard of lots of people using the 9 inch ford and everybody loves them. maybe u arent using the right master cylinder and prop valve? __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

01-01-2004, 11:38 PM	#23
mikeoj Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: WI,USA Posts: 495	14 bolt discs Just adding to the info.Check out this link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=33728 __________________ 69 Lwb C-10 402/700R4 70 Lwb C-10 250/3pd Wisc.

01-01-2004, 11:45 PM	#24
mikeoj Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: WI,USA Posts: 495	Here's another: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...763&indexURL=1 __________________ 69 Lwb C-10 402/700R4 70 Lwb C-10 250/3pd Wisc.

01-01-2004, 11:54 PM	#25
ozarkhippie Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Eureka Springs AR Posts: 494	Anyone know how much rebuilt caddy calipers with the e brake cost? __________________ Buy Sale or Trade 71 3/4 4x4 72 1/2 ton cheyenne 4x4

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