Found for sale disc brake conversion

[dansdad]

Is this a good deal, is it complete.

As I have mentioned in previous posts, I am helping my Son restore (slightly modify) his 66 coupe. It is a 6 cyl car with an automatic trans. I ran across the ad on Craigslist.

We have plans to swap to disk brakes, and do realize that this also means swapping the rear too. But if this is a good deal, then pushing up the schedule might just be a good idea.

http://denver.craigslist.org/pts/649961730.html

Read the add below.

Thanks.

I am selling a USED disc brake conversion for 1965-1973 Cougar or Mustang. The conversion includes large 11" left and right rotors(freshly turned),left and right spindles including backing plates(with freshly repacked bearings), left and right brake calipers(with hoses) and mounting hardware and caliper mounting brackets.

The rotors and spindles come preassembled, with the bearings, washer and lock nut installed saving time. Install the pads, mount the calipers and adjust the preload on the spindles and rotors and off you go.

All the parts have been power washed and are ready to install. A little surface prep and a fresh coat of paint and they will look as good as new. If the enclosed picture does not answer all your questions or you have others, please feel free to e-mail me and I will be happy to answer them.




Well folks, a good deal or not? The picture did not copy over.

Thanks,

 

[golf4283]

Looks like a granada setup. I just sold one to a guy on here for 100 bucks. 300 isn't bad at all I don't think. I was just trying to get rid of my setup. I think though that if you want everything brand new that for an extra 200 dollars you should look at this setup.

http://www.discbrakeswap.com/Mustang Disc Brake Conversion Kits SWAP2.html

These kits look really solid and for the price theyre a good deal. you'll need to change your master cylinder when converting to front discs and these kits already come with a new one.

They also come with the proper tie-rod ends for a granada setup. Youll need to change your entire steering over to v-8 linkage. I'm doing the same I6 to V8 swap right now with a 2008 Mustang GT disc brake setup.

 

[LMan]

Personally, I would go discbrakeswap.com

All new parts (good as brakes are a 'safety of flight' item), and no surprises.

Scarebird and vintagevenom are other options, perhaps.

 

[LMan]

here ya go, right next door in the classifieds:


http://forums.stangnet.com/showthread.php?t=743257

 

[65fastbackresto]

I bought mine used, and wish I hadn`t.

Paid $300, and by the time I got done getting the rest of the parts (master cylinder, prop valve, residual pressure valve.......) I had over $500 in them, and lots of aggravasion too.

#3 vote on discbrakeswap.com

 

[v8stang289]

I did the swap using the granada kit from discbrakeswap.com a few months ago and its great. With all the things you would have to buy to complete the install using the setup from craigslist (things like master cyl,tie rods, prop valve, etc) It would probably be cheaper to buy the kit from discbrakeswap.com and get everything. just my .02
-Matt

 

[degins]

Looks like a granada setup. I just sold one to a guy on here for 100 bucks. 300 isn't bad at all I don't think. I was just trying to get rid of my setup. I think though that if you want everything brand new that for an extra 200 dollars you should look at this setup.

http://www.discbrakeswap.com/Mustang Disc Brake Conversion Kits SWAP2.html

These kits look really solid and for the price theyre a good deal. you'll need to change your master cylinder when converting to front discs and these kits already come with a new one.

They also come with the proper tie-rod ends for a granada setup. Youll need to change your entire steering over to v-8 linkage. I'm doing the same I6 to V8 swap right now with a 2008 Mustang GT disc brake setup.

Thanks for the vote of confidence. You don't need to upgrade the 6 cylinder steering linkage. The SWAP.2 kit includes geometry correct spindles and adapter outer tie rods for 6 cylinder cars.

 

[dansdad]

Thanks guys, We Will Be purchasing from diskbrakeswap later this summer when we get to suspension/brake issues. Right now, we are still on motor, trans, power steering stuff.

I just ran across that ad and thought if it was a great deal I would jump on it. It doesnt sound so wondrous after all.

Thanks to Dennis at disk brake swap for his response to my direct e-mail as well. That is the way to run a company, quick replies to questions make for a happy customer. And eliminate me shopping around for a "better deal" service means tons to me.


Thanks again guys, I am certian there will be more questions as we move along. I will post some pictures soon.

Greg (Dan's Dad)

 

[golf4283]

good luck with the project. These stangs are really fun but a pain in the butt at the same time. My project is going on 4 years and Im so close I can taste it. Where are you guys from?

 

[dansdad]

Thanks Golf,

I know how much fun/pain projects like this can be. I completed a frame off resto on a 51 F-1 pick up about 5 years ago. that project took me over 9 years. Everything is stock except paint ( I hated the sea foam green) and I 12 volt-ed it, because 6 volts did not want to start the engine. At least all the parts are available for this project. We figure he has 2 more years to get it done, My son is 14 in 2 weeks.

I made the mistake back when he was in 4th grade, "Son, keep your grades up, and when you turn 14 we will buy you a care, work on it for a couple of years, and when you turn 16 you can have it" He has not had a C and been on the honor roll ever since

He wanted a early Bronco or Mustang, always has. I decided the mustang is a better choice because I don't need him "Wheeling" around the neighbors back yard. I ran a cross this 66, it has an auto, and 6 cyl's. Perfect, not enough power to get into to much trouble, but cool enough with some mods to be just right. We split the $700 purchase price, and brought the stang home.

And with the first scratch, he will understand why I cried when he leaned his bike against my F-1.

he has named the car "Rusty". Kid has a since of humor too.

Anyway, we are in Denver Colorado.

Thanks again.

Greg (yes, I am "Dan's Dad")