I've herd many different ways of going about this, all seem pretty straight forward. I just need help finding a kit cheaper than replacing the drums, shoes, springs and possible wheel cylinders.
Can I use a 1/2 ton caliper?
What kits did you guys use?
It seems like its a simple process. I saw a kit were the backing plate was bolted on, and it had threaded holes for the caliper slide pins. The only work would be getting the hub removed.
Thanks
I bought brackets from Ruffstuffspecialties.com.....Bolt on, $50 i think for the pair... Then used bare front 8 lug rotors, calipers and pads for reg 3/4 ton chevy truck. Use your hub out of the drum with the new rotor, Easy install, nice weight savings too removing the drums..
Quote from: Bowtie972 on March 24, 2013, 09:00:19 AM
I bought brackets from Ruffstuffspecialties.com.....Bolt on, $50 i think for the pair... Then used bare front 8 lug rotors, calipers and pads for reg 3/4 ton chevy truck. Use your hub out of the drum with the new rotor, Easy install, nice weight savings too removing the drums..
I did the same thing, bought all new think it cost me about $175 for everything,
Well worth the $$$, saves a huge head ache!
I got my brackets off ebay, like $45.. used calipers and rotors off a front GM d44.. one of the best things you can do for the money imo..
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Type in caliper bracket on speedway motors. They are like $10.
But I can't find a bolt on backing plate. Or do I not need one?
The ones i picked up came with all hardware and all the holes where drilled and taped( the ones that needed taped )
I think mine was Cutthrot off road or somthing like that.. only required minor triming with a grinder and no issues since..
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http://www.cutthroat4x4.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=18_25&products_id=56 (http://www.cutthroat4x4.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=18_25&products_id=56)
check that out..
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Thanks. Looks perfect.
I never used a backing plate.. just another place to collect mud.
Quote from: Bowtie972 on March 24, 2013, 08:20:54 PM
I never used a backing plate.. just another place to collect mud.
True. Wasn't sure if it helped with rocks
Quote from: 4x4fun on March 24, 2013, 06:31:56 PM
The ones i picked up came with all hardware and all the holes where drilled and taped( the ones that needed taped )
I think mine was Cutthrot off road or somthing like that.. only required minor triming with a grinder and no issues since..
GotMud?
Quote from: 4x4fun link=topic=82724.msg856515#msg856515 date=1364150163
Will a 15" wheel clear this setup?
url=http://www.cutthroat4x4.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=18_25&products_id=56]http://www.cutthroat4x4.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=18_25&products_id=56[/url]
check that out..
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I guess it depends on offset .. i run 15 inch rims and no issue..
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i got two diffrent sets the ones are 2" and the others are 5"
I used 15" wheels with my set up, very minor grinding on the rear calipers. I don't remember the offset though.
might have to try it way better then spending 800 on little ones lol