Disc brakes on 55 front end. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

55stepside · 04-10-2005, 07:47 PM

I found a disc brake kit to go on a 55 front end. Would this be a good route to take or would I be better off going to a camaro clip? I've been told that the main reason to clip a truck is for the disc brakes. If I can achieve the disc brakes with out clipping is what I would like to do because I want to keep the truck somewhat stock. But I also want it to be a safe driveable truck.

5Mike7 · 04-10-2005, 10:12 PM

The reason to clip it is twofold...lower front stance and handling, compared to a straight axle....the disc's are a plus.

That said, the disc conversion is much easier to do, and you gain better stopping power. You should upgrade the m/c as well.

Good luck.

55stepside · 04-10-2005, 10:24 PM

Thanks for the help.

04-10-2005, 07:47 PM	#1
55stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 5	Disc brakes on 55 front end. I found a disc brake kit to go on a 55 front end. Would this be a good route to take or would I be better off going to a camaro clip? I've been told that the main reason to clip a truck is for the disc brakes. If I can achieve the disc brakes with out clipping is what I would like to do because I want to keep the truck somewhat stock. But I also want it to be a safe driveable truck.

04-10-2005, 10:12 PM	#2
5Mike7 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Oakdale,Ca Posts: 283	The reason to clip it is twofold...lower front stance and handling, compared to a straight axle....the disc's are a plus. That said, the disc conversion is much easier to do, and you gain better stopping power. You should upgrade the m/c as well. Good luck.

04-10-2005, 10:24 PM	#3
55stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 5	Thanks for the help.



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