Disc brake swap purchase question - this a good deal? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

siggyfreud · 02-20-2014, 01:10 AM

Hey all,

Looking to swap my 66 C20 over to disc brakes. A local guy has a full front from a 77', but it originally came with the 1" rotors. However, he has some new Beltec 3" drop spindles with thicker rotors and calipers. Also has the steering rack.

He offered to deliver it all for $600. On beltech's site the spindles new are $398, and don't include the rotor, caliper, etc.

I know nothing of Beltech and their quality, so was hoping you guys had information.

Based on prices new, and assuming it's good quality, I'd consider it a decent deal, and would probably see if he'd toss the Master cylinder and booster into it as well.

Just looking for a sanity check from you guys

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Thanks!

natecr · 02-20-2014, 02:05 AM

I spent 100$ on mine from a 72.. Sold the stock spindles for 75$ and bought new calipers and drop spindles for 275

**Captainfab** · 02-20-2014, 02:30 AM

I used to sell '73+ front frame sections cut at the firewall complete with front suspensions, steering box, linkage, etc. for $150.00. Belltech has been around for a long time and to my knowledge makes good products, but I think $600.00 is a bit steep. But I suppose if he has to load it up and deliver it, he has to charge something for that. How far is he driving?

brokenspoke · 02-20-2014, 05:57 AM

IMHO used aftermarket price is 50 % to 75 % off list....

siggyfreud · 02-20-2014, 10:02 AM

The drive isn't too far. Half hour or so. The aftermarket parts are new, not used. Sounds like 400-500 would be a better bargain. Will aim lower and see what lands.

02-20-2014, 01:10 AM	#1
siggyfreud Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Portland Posts: 1,330	Disc brake swap purchase question - this a good deal? Hey all, Looking to swap my 66 C20 over to disc brakes. A local guy has a full front from a 77', but it originally came with the 1" rotors. However, he has some new Beltec 3" drop spindles with thicker rotors and calipers. Also has the steering rack. He offered to deliver it all for $600. On beltech's site the spindles new are $398, and don't include the rotor, caliper, etc. I know nothing of Beltech and their quality, so was hoping you guys had information. Based on prices new, and assuming it's good quality, I'd consider it a decent deal, and would probably see if he'd toss the Master cylinder and booster into it as well. Just looking for a sanity check from you guys . Thanks!

02-20-2014, 02:05 AM	#2
natecr Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: tacoma,wa Posts: 57	Re: Disc brake swap purchase question - this a good deal?pp I spent 100$ on mine from a 72.. Sold the stock spindles for 75$ and bought new calipers and drop spindles for 275 __________________ 66' custom camper 327/3spd 3.5/5 drop 17"s 2013 Subaru STI stage 1, exhaust, springs, sways ect 2002 mustang Gt. Paxton novi 2000, caged, tubular everything, 441/409 hp/tq too much to list. 1994 dodge cummins, straight piped, nv4500 swapped/built too much to list.

02-20-2014, 02:30 AM	#3
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Disc brake swap purchase question - this a good deal? I used to sell '73+ front frame sections cut at the firewall complete with front suspensions, steering box, linkage, etc. for $150.00. Belltech has been around for a long time and to my knowledge makes good products, but I think $600.00 is a bit steep. But I suppose if he has to load it up and deliver it, he has to charge something for that. How far is he driving? __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

02-20-2014, 05:57 AM	#4
brokenspoke Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Anderson, Texas Posts: 535	Re: Disc brake swap purchase question - this a good deal? IMHO used aftermarket price is 50 % to 75 % off list....

02-20-2014, 10:02 AM	#5
siggyfreud Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Portland Posts: 1,330	Re: Disc brake swap purchase question - this a good deal? The drive isn't too far. Half hour or so. The aftermarket parts are new, not used. Sounds like 400-500 would be a better bargain. Will aim lower and see what lands.



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