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1988 Drum to Disc Conversion...What's Needed?

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Auto Reverse

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I want to do a 5 lug conversion and get rid of my drum brakes. What parts do I need and what's a good disc brake for both the front and rear? Thanks.
 

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Auto Reverse said:
I want to do a 5 lug conversion and get rid of my drum brakes. What parts do I need and what's a good disc brake for both the front and rear? Thanks.
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Do your research here and then post any questions you have after you study Matt's site
 

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Yeah, and tell us which way you want to go AFTER you read matts website...You shouldn't have any questions if you read his site.
 

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There's a few different ways to do this. Study Matt's site. You really need to decide for yourself.

Also, what rims do you want to run?
 
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