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basemodel67 · 07-07-2009, 06:15 PM

Anyone have big brakes out there? I'm trying to find a 14" rotor setup or bigger -and beefy calipers to match- for 6-lug trucks.

basemodel67 · 07-07-2009, 10:10 PM

Okay, how about any brake setups bigger than stock?

PBFAB.COM · 07-07-2009, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by basemodel67

Okay, how about any brake setups bigger than stock?

I offer a McGaughy's 13" kit. It very nice and affordable. Front and rear set-ups under $1500. If you're looking for 14" plus you may have to adapt a different suspension.

You can always update to C4 suspension via a Dropmember... I know there are some monster brake kits available for the 88-96 C4 components.

Twisted Minis · 07-08-2009, 01:18 AM

I can build a 14" brake setup, but it's not cheap. Once you go past 13 inches, rotors seem to get a lot more expensive. Also once you go to a 6-piston caliper, same deal. $$$. 4 piston calipers are pretty affordable though.

To go that big you are going to end up with something custom most likely, not an off the shelf kit. But it can be done. The McGaughy's kit would probably be a more economical choice.

**N2TRUX** · 07-08-2009, 09:50 AM

Twisted Minis is correct. Big Brakes equal big bucks. Search Baer, Wilwood, SSBC for their kits and look at the prices. They don't make what your looking for, but it will give you an idea on cost.

Just for sake conversation, would it be practical to adapt a late model 6 lug to early A-arms?

PBFAB.COM · 07-08-2009, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Twisted Minis is correct. Big Brakes equal big bucks. Search Baer, Wilwood, SSBC for their kits and look at the prices. They don't make what your looking for, but it will give you an idea on cost.

Just for sake conversation, would it be practical to adapt a late model 6 lug to early A-arms?

The spindle geometry is where the issue lies. I haven't taken the time to sit down and compare the spindle diffreneces between the early and late models. It might be more practical than one would think, and then again, it might not be! The more aftermarket brake kits that become available for our trucks make it less and less beneficial IMO.

As mentioned, Big Brakes = Big Bucks... any way you go.

basemodel67 · 07-08-2009, 12:26 PM

I kinda agree with N2TRUX that if there was a way to be able to use the brake upgrade kits for newer trucks that would open up a world of upgrades. But I also understand that trying to inbreed different truck generations might lead to a pantload of new problems. I just don't want to cheese out on the stuff that is important to a truck build like suspension, drivetrain, and brakes and have to redo stuff because I went cheap.

SCOTI · 07-08-2009, 01:55 PM

Using later model stuff really doesn't get you anywhere. You still have to purchase the upgraded 'kits' to get the big brakes on late models & I've yet to see any that are 'cheap' and they're somewhat mass produced.

Why 6-lug? There are big-brake kits out there for 5-lug wheels.

basemodel67 · 07-08-2009, 03:15 PM

I know that I will be spending some big money for brakes anyways, there's no getting around it. As for 6-lug, I just think it looks beefier, although it somewhat limits wheel choices.

Twisted Minis · 07-08-2009, 07:32 PM

I agree with Nate on the late modal deal. If the spindles differ too much in balljoint and tie rod placement, and incline, it could do more harm than good in the long run.

If someone goes through the process to get the first set prototyped, they could be put together as a kit after that and made accessible to everyone.

Wild83C10 · 07-08-2009, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

You can always update to C4 suspension via a Dropmember... I know there are some monster brake kits available for the 88-96 C4 components.

Take that one further and use the C4 DM and an adapter bracket to upgrade to a C5 brakes or even the huge C6 brakes. A set of $75 brackets will allow you to do this. Not even worth using the C4 brakes.

LMDGUY · 07-09-2009, 12:23 PM

Baer brakes offers large brake kit, but not cheap. Call Bill K. at Baer is is really helpful.

07-07-2009, 06:15 PM	#1
basemodel67 Factory Strippers Rule! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shingle Springs, CA Posts: 707	Giant Brake kits? Anyone have big brakes out there? I'm trying to find a 14" rotor setup or bigger -and beefy calipers to match- for 6-lug trucks.

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basemodel67 Factory Strippers Rule! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shingle Springs, CA Posts: 707	Re: Giant Brake kits? Okay, how about any brake setups bigger than stock?

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Twisted Minis Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Windsor, CA Posts: 500	Re: Giant Brake kits? I can build a 14" brake setup, but it's not cheap. Once you go past 13 inches, rotors seem to get a lot more expensive. Also once you go to a 6-piston caliper, same deal. $$$. 4 piston calipers are pretty affordable though. To go that big you are going to end up with something custom most likely, not an off the shelf kit. But it can be done. The McGaughy's kit would probably be a more economical choice. __________________ If you can find it cheaper, I can fix it! Last edited by Twisted Minis; 07-08-2009 at 01:19 AM.

07-08-2009, 09:50 AM	#5
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Giant Brake kits? Twisted Minis is correct. Big Brakes equal big bucks. Search Baer, Wilwood, SSBC for their kits and look at the prices. They don't make what your looking for, but it will give you an idea on cost. Just for sake conversation, would it be practical to adapt a late model 6 lug to early A-arms? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

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basemodel67 Factory Strippers Rule! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shingle Springs, CA Posts: 707	Re: Giant Brake kits? I kinda agree with N2TRUX that if there was a way to be able to use the brake upgrade kits for newer trucks that would open up a world of upgrades. But I also understand that trying to inbreed different truck generations might lead to a pantload of new problems. I just don't want to cheese out on the stuff that is important to a truck build like suspension, drivetrain, and brakes and have to redo stuff because I went cheap.

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SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,066	Re: Giant Brake kits? Using later model stuff really doesn't get you anywhere. You still have to purchase the upgraded 'kits' to get the big brakes on late models & I've yet to see any that are 'cheap' and they're somewhat mass produced. Why 6-lug? There are big-brake kits out there for 5-lug wheels. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 07-08-2009 at 01:56 PM.

07-08-2009, 03:15 PM	#9
basemodel67 Factory Strippers Rule! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shingle Springs, CA Posts: 707	Re: Giant Brake kits? I know that I will be spending some big money for brakes anyways, there's no getting around it. As for 6-lug, I just think it looks beefier, although it somewhat limits wheel choices.

07-08-2009, 07:32 PM	#10
Twisted Minis Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Windsor, CA Posts: 500	Re: Giant Brake kits? I agree with Nate on the late modal deal. If the spindles differ too much in balljoint and tie rod placement, and incline, it could do more harm than good in the long run. If someone goes through the process to get the first set prototyped, they could be put together as a kit after that and made accessible to everyone. __________________ If you can find it cheaper, I can fix it!

07-09-2009, 12:23 PM	#12
LMDGUY Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Phx,AZ Posts: 352	Re: Giant Brake kits? Baer brakes offers large brake kit, but not cheap. Call Bill K. at Baer is is really helpful. __________________ 1973 C10 "Chain Reaction" Street Trucks cover Feb 2012 2013 Silverado 1964 Cadillac



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