Complete Disc Brake Conv Kits!

[Big D's 69]

DOn't know if this is a repost, but no one has ever said anything about a complete new disc conv kit. But the folks at MP Brakes ( Master Power Brakes) have complete brand new kits for the 67-72 Fords. There site is www.mpbrakes.com and the phone number is 1-888-251-2353. It is a little pricey but depends on if you have the money. I have toyed with idea of used and converting but may go this route.

[68F250]

I think I do remember us talking about how pricey it was.

[Big D's 69]

It is but man it would make the job easier especially if you don' t have acces to junk yards. I think that may be the way I go. Just like the idea of everything new cause I want run old stuff outta junk yard anyways so the only thing i would be saving is the spindles.

[gonzalo medina]

I completly agree everything brand spankin new. No searching or getting dirty, fighting with spiders For what you get it may be reasonable.

[Big D's 69]

Yes sir. I like new parts and no busted knuckles on rusty bolts and no snakes either.

[swissranger]

I bought such a disc brake conversion kit almost two years ago for $1095. I was not satisfied at all because the spindles were not new, They were used. At one of the spindles the bushing bore for the king pin was completely worn out. The diameter was about 0.02 inch bigger than it should be. To much for a tight suspension. After my complaint MP brakes sent me another spindle but I had to bear the shipping costs to Switzerland (rather expensive). After the arrival of the spindle I found out that it was another built year than the correct one I already had. It was really frustrating. Finally I rebushed the spindles with made to measure bronce bushing by myself.
I would call these guys regarding this point.

Roman

[390Nut]

Another thing to consider with aftermarket kits, is where do the rotors/calipers/pads come from, and how expensive/difficult to find are they when they wear out and need to be replaced. (and you know they will!)

[ranger240]

yeah, I'd definitly find out if you are getting NEW parts, or if you are getting used ones. as for the "conversion" if you have drum brakes, and you put a disk brake spindle on your I-beam it will stick out MUCH further than if you used the front suspension from a 73-79 truck. the disk I beams are longer if I am not mistaken. it may be the other way around.

I did my front end swap for a little over $300 with new king pins/bushings, urithane suspension bushings, rebuilt calipers from the local O'riely store, and ceramic pads. with a savings like that, I don't see why you would even consider getting the "ready to bolt on" kit that will likely need all of the other stuff as well.

the conversion kit also won't come with the proper tie rods and drag links you WILL need for the conversion, since you will want all new parts and a tight front end.

sorry for the long post. I have been there, and will not buy anything that I can easily do myself for 1/3 the cost.

[dotcentral]

I have 79 F100 disc brake spindles on my 71 F100, track width seems the same or pretty close. I think the tierod ends only have to be switched if you run the later spindles. Later being from about 1976 up to 1979. I have heard that 73-75 have a spindle that will match up to existing 67-72 tierods. One way to find out for sure would be to look up parts numbers for tierods and see when the numbers change.

I have heard of people grinding or maching down the area on the spindle where the tierod connects to keep the old type tierods with the newer spindle. Seems like alot of work to me, especially if you need new tierods anyways.

[QC]

All the disc brake spindles need the later tie rods unless they are modified, and on the '69 you will have to change your pitman arm to match the later tie rods. The disc brake tutorial shows the difference.
All the axles are the same length.

[Big D's 69]

Well the my Camaro sold so I'm ordering my conversion kit this week. SO I will need new tie rod ins and a new pitman arm?

[flyboy2610]

I just got my new LMC Truck catalog today.
They now have disc brake conversion kits for F100's. One use the stock spindles, and has a bracket to mount the caliper to the spindle.
The other uses a new(?) spindle, which is included in the kit.
Both kits are almost $900, though!

[Big D's 69]

I just got my new LMC Truck catalog today.
They now have disc brake conversion kits for F100's. One use the stock spindles, and has a bracket to mount the caliper to the spindle.
The other uses a new(?) spindle, which is included in the kit.
Both kits are almost $900, though!

I just got my new catalog but the only problem is then you still ahve to buy a new master, booster, proportioning valve, and lines. The kit I'm looking at has all of that included and my cost on it is only $950 to the door. But that is with a hook up at work.

[bigdaveb12]

I'm in the same boat with my '67. I found a company that sells a '65 - '70 conversion kit that includes the calipers, rotors, brackets, hoses seals, power brake booster, master cylinder, proportioning valve, and all the misc. stuff. I called them and they quoted $790 for the kit. Take a look and see what you think:
http://www.abspowerbrake.com/AbsCatalogPag-088.jpg

[Big D's 69]

I'm in the same boat with my '67. I found a company that sells a '65 - '70 conversion kit that includes the calipers, rotors, brackets, hoses seals, power brake booster, master cylinder, proportioning valve, and all the misc. stuff. I called them and they quoted $790 for the kit. Take a look and see what you think:
http://www.abspowerbrake.com/AbsCatalogPag-088.jpg

Well I just emailed them to get the details. Man from the way it sounds that is the way to go without having to change your spindles. That takes a ton of work out of it. Thanks for the info.