Converting to Disc! I've got a few questions? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jbassC10 · 08-23-2013, 11:26 PM

Conversion:

I've got a 71 front end control arms with ball joints, disc, etc. Questions is: What year can I go with for the master cylinder, booster?? O'reilly says possibly 71 also? Any tips??
(I've got a 69 C10)

About to start rocking the Torq Thrust 20's!!
Being custom built as I type!
Front: 275x45x20 on a 8 wheel with a 4.5 offset!
Rear: 295x45z20 on a 10 wheel with a 6.25 offset!

Pics coming soon

Thanks for your time!

Square_78 · 08-24-2013, 06:47 AM

You can use a master cylinder and booster from a disc brake truck 71/72 truck. You could also use 73-87. Get the disc/drum proportioning valve also.
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SS Tim · 08-24-2013, 02:39 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...68&postcount=4

jbassC10 · 08-24-2013, 10:27 PM

Wow!! You gentlemen rock! You guys so covered information I for sure needed!!

Thanks again!! Wow!

08-23-2013, 11:26 PM	#1
jbassC10 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Russellville AR Posts: 148	Converting to Disc! I've got a few questions? Conversion: I've got a 71 front end control arms with ball joints, disc, etc. Questions is: What year can I go with for the master cylinder, booster?? O'reilly says possibly 71 also? Any tips?? (I've got a 69 C10) About to start rocking the Torq Thrust 20's!! Being custom built as I type! Front: 275x45x20 on a 8 wheel with a 4.5 offset! Rear: 295x45z20 on a 10 wheel with a 6.25 offset! Pics coming soon Thanks for your time!

08-24-2013, 06:47 AM	#2
Square_78 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada Posts: 1,237	Re: Converting to Disc! I've got a few questions? You can use a master cylinder and booster from a disc brake truck 71/72 truck. You could also use 73-87. Get the disc/drum proportioning valve also. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ #teamlongbed "I refuse to go disc brakes. I actually love drum brakes. It makes for an adventure." - 50bomb 1978 Chevy shop truck - static 6/8" 1970 GMC 1500 - Accuair eLevel Resto-mod http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=537497

08-24-2013, 02:39 PM	#3
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: Converting to Disc! I've got a few questions? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...68&postcount=4 __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

08-24-2013, 10:27 PM	#4
jbassC10 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Russellville AR Posts: 148	Re: Converting to Disc! I've got a few questions? Wow!! You gentlemen rock! You guys so covered information I for sure needed!! Thanks again!! Wow!



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