1 ton rear disk conversion

[Jthomas]

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

[Bowtie972]

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..

[BC775]

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,

[4x4fun]

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..

[Jthomas]

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?

[4x4fun]

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..

[4x4fun]

http://www.cutthroat4x4.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=18_25&products_id=56

check that out..

[Jthomas]

Thanks. Looks perfect.

[Bowtie972]

I never used a backing plate.. just another place to collect mud.

[Jthomas]

I never used a backing plate.. just another place to collect mud.

True. Wasn't sure if it helped with rocks

[kracer_18]

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..

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..

[4x4fun]

I guess it depends on offset   ..  i run 15 inch rims and no issue..

[kracer_18]

i got two diffrent sets the ones are 2" and the others are 5"

[Bowtie972]

I used 15" wheels with my set up,  very minor grinding on the rear calipers.  I don't remember the offset though.

[kracer_18]

might have to try it way better then spending 800 on little ones lol