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65 REAR DRUMS ON 14" Wheels

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brianproctorla

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I am currently converting my front brakes to discs using the scarebird setup for 14" stock wheels.


I have a 8" 67 mustang rear that I wanted to convert to disc.
I know that ultrastang and scarebird have 14" compatable disc kits, but they require a good deal of machining. I just finished changing over the entire front suspension from the I6 package, so I'd like to avoid the extra time and labor, at this point.

NPD has a rear kit for $795, but that's more than I have right now.

If I go with Drum brakes, what is the biggest setup that will fit?
Should I go to autozone to get the new hardware?

I went with the 14" wheels, because I like the look of the wheel covers and they fit my budget.

I did notice some later model mustang wheels that looked nice. Could a 2003 17" bullit style rim be used with spacers?
 

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Brian, largest disc with ours or anybody else's to fit inside a 14" stock rim would be a 10-1/4" disc. I have heard differing reports on fitment of our- I think it depends on width; 6" or wider fit fine for the rear. E-mail if you have any questions.
 

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I have 11" x 2.5" on the rear of my car and they will out brake all but the largest disc brakes. You will need a disc/drum master and a proportioning valve for the same. There are kits made with everything you need for under $500. If you don't mind the look of drum on the rear you could even go with 10" x 2.5" theats more brake than you need for a street car
 
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Thanks

I don't mind the look of drums, as I plan to go with stock wheel covers.

The width of the 14" wheels I bought is 6 inches.
 
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