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sixty8chev · 03-29-2002, 10:24 PM

I was just wondering if it was possible to convert my 68 to front discs using used or oem parts
I've read a couple of articles on the switch to five bolts and it seems pretty straight forward but I've got six bolt billet wheels i really like and want ot keep.
I've seen the kits on the chevy duty page but they run around 650 bucks and that translates to aboot 1000 canadian so i was hopin i could somehow use the brakes off a heavy half or somethin
if anybody knows a cheaper way that'd be great

chevymad · 03-29-2002, 10:41 PM

You can use all 72 or newer parts. Just keep them all from the same year. But you'll have to order a set of six lug rotors aftermarket. I paid about $180 for mine. They slip right on 72up spindles.

**GMCPaul** · 03-30-2002, 06:55 AM

Check out our kits. http://www.gmcpauls.com/Brakes&Steering.htm
We now also offer the rotor & hub as a assembly for 6 lug at a competitive price.
GMCPaul

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*primer67* · 03-31-2002, 02:04 AM

GMC Paul!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! on the listing in brakes and steering, the 6 lug disk conversion is like 218.00 -- is that everything that I need to convert to 6 lug 7/16 bolt disk? do I need to get a proportioning valve ? if this is everything, I would be so stoked - I could finally blow the dust off the 454 and actually stop! you da man!

**GMCPaul** · 03-31-2002, 02:46 AM

No as a 67 owner you require the Disc Conversion Kit $449.90, the disc kit only works on 71 up spindles, we offer it as just a disc kit so if you decide to use junk yard spindles off a 71 or later or want to buy spindles one time and disc kit another you can do so. If you go the 71 later route though you have to use 71 and later steering parts and ball joints, our complete conversion kit with standard or drop spindles uses all stock ball joints and steering parts. We do not include dust shields in the kit so if you want rotors showing for that custom look you haven't bought a extra part and if you want to hide the rotors we do offer the dust shield also.
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Custom 68 · 04-01-2002, 09:41 AM

I just bought this kit from Paul and installed it. Took my time and took everything off the front cleaned and painted. Also replaced ball joints etc. 2 1/2 drop spindles with stock spring on front and 4 inch drop in rear. The project went really well. Just alot of dirt and grime. I only drove it acouple of times I am now having battery/starter problems but they work great. I bought an adjustable valve / porortioning valve but have not installed it. I may not need to.

Paul I thought you said this should go on the front? Is this correct? Mine seems to need it on the rear more it will slightly lock the rear under extreme braking but it is not bad at all and may not even install it. I will know more as I drive it.

I would really recomend this stuff. It did not come with any instructions. You dont need them except for the torque values. If you do this and need these drop me an e-mail I got mine out of Clasic truck mag they just did the same thing.
Dave

*primer67* · 04-02-2002, 02:31 AM

I'm gonna need some help on this conversion.
actually, I just need to concentrate on finding a good 6 lug axle for a '67 here in Phoenix, so as I can drive on the freeway without bouncing around. - I found one, but it had cracked splines. anybody?

03-29-2002, 10:24 PM	#1
sixty8chev The Sauz Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Chilliwack BC, Canada Posts: 149	6 bolt oem disc conversion I was just wondering if it was possible to convert my 68 to front discs using used or oem parts I've read a couple of articles on the switch to five bolts and it seems pretty straight forward but I've got six bolt billet wheels i really like and want ot keep. I've seen the kits on the chevy duty page but they run around 650 bucks and that translates to aboot 1000 canadian so i was hopin i could somehow use the brakes off a heavy half or somethin if anybody knows a cheaper way that'd be great __________________ 68 lwb 2wd (spread between 3 garages) 72 Burb - Flat Deck 92 Yukon 3" lift - 33's - the new bush pig 01 Sierra - Daily Driver (for now)

03-29-2002, 10:41 PM	#2
chevymad Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: skamokawa, WA, USA Posts: 527	You can use all 72 or newer parts. Just keep them all from the same year. But you'll have to order a set of six lug rotors aftermarket. I paid about $180 for mine. They slip right on 72up spindles. __________________ 70 C10 long fleet, 355/200 4r, 6 lug disc conversion, 3" drop 70 gmc changed to 67/8 chevy, 454 with voodoo cam, th400, all 74 running gear.. in progress

03-30-2002, 06:55 AM	#3
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,722	Check out our kits. http://www.gmcpauls.com/Brakes&Steering.htm We now also offer the rotor & hub as a assembly for 6 lug at a competitive price. GMCPaul ------------------ Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts.com 67 LWB GMC SuperCustom Fleetside 67 LWB GMC Stepside 67 SWB GMC Stepside 67 SWB GMC Fleetside 67 SWB Chevy CST Fleetside 67 LWB Chevy CST Fleet 67 SWB Chevy Stepside 67 LWB Chevy Stepside 68 2wd Chevy 1/2 t. Panel 68 Chevy Panel 1/2Ton 4X4 68 LWB Chevy Fleet 4X4 69 SWB Chevy Stepside 71 GMC Suburban 402/400 72 LWB Chevy Camper Special 72 LWB Chevy Camper Special Nope not a typo 2-72 Camper Specials and no they are NOT FOR SALE MINE MINE MINE and we accept ALL 67 Refugees Looking For More Never Enough!!! __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

03-31-2002, 02:46 AM	#5
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,722	No as a 67 owner you require the Disc Conversion Kit $449.90, the disc kit only works on 71 up spindles, we offer it as just a disc kit so if you decide to use junk yard spindles off a 71 or later or want to buy spindles one time and disc kit another you can do so. If you go the 71 later route though you have to use 71 and later steering parts and ball joints, our complete conversion kit with standard or drop spindles uses all stock ball joints and steering parts. We do not include dust shields in the kit so if you want rotors showing for that custom look you haven't bought a extra part and if you want to hide the rotors we do offer the dust shield also. GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

04-01-2002, 09:41 AM	#6
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,944	I just bought this kit from Paul and installed it. Took my time and took everything off the front cleaned and painted. Also replaced ball joints etc. 2 1/2 drop spindles with stock spring on front and 4 inch drop in rear. The project went really well. Just alot of dirt and grime. I only drove it acouple of times I am now having battery/starter problems but they work great. I bought an adjustable valve / porortioning valve but have not installed it. I may not need to. Paul I thought you said this should go on the front? Is this correct? Mine seems to need it on the rear more it will slightly lock the rear under extreme braking but it is not bad at all and may not even install it. I will know more as I drive it. I would really recomend this stuff. It did not come with any instructions. You dont need them except for the torque values. If you do this and need these drop me an e-mail I got mine out of Clasic truck mag they just did the same thing. Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

03-31-2002, 02:04 AM	#4
primer67 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: phoenix, AZ. Posts: 181	GMC Paul!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! on the listing in brakes and steering, the 6 lug disk conversion is like 218.00 -- is that everything that I need to convert to 6 lug 7/16 bolt disk? do I need to get a proportioning valve ? if this is everything, I would be so stoked - I could finally blow the dust off the 454 and actually stop! you da man!

04-02-2002, 02:31 AM	#7
primer67 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: phoenix, AZ. Posts: 181	I'm gonna need some help on this conversion. actually, I just need to concentrate on finding a good 6 lug axle for a '67 here in Phoenix, so as I can drive on the freeway without bouncing around. - I found one, but it had cracked splines. anybody?



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