2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Rear drum to disk conversion

[JimKing]

I have the parts from Dodge to convert my rear drums to disk. Before i start this weekend, I would appreciate hearing from those having done the job with Mopar parts.



Any problems ??



How does it work for you ??

 

[JGheen]

Man, that must have cost an arm and a leg if you got the kit from Dodge... ...

 

[JimKing]

$1083 with tax and freight

 

[JimKing]

Forgot. .



Paid $188 for backing plate custom cut with a waterjet, to avoid the grinding/welding.

 

[Chipstien]

Originally posted by JimKing

Forgot. .



Paid $188 for backing plate custom cut with a waterjet, to avoid the grinding/welding.

Could you elaborate on this one... ... Gotta website?

 

[JimKing]

The OEM brackets won't quite fit without making bracket extensions and spacers. TSM makes a great bracket with spacers to make the shields fit, but they use different calipers. I had brackets and spacers cut like the TSM's (http://www.tsmmfg.com/2682.htm) with bolt pattern that fits the OEM calipers. Had them cut with a waterjet locally.

 

[justinp20012500]

I have looked into doing this. When i looked at my friends 02 his break reservoir looked a lot bigger then mine. I think that is to compensate for the added fluid in take to move the pistons... Let us know how it works out for you.

 

[tcourse]

Hey Jim,

How is Red Rock Country. Worked at Sedona Sheet Metal for 3 Years. Sure do miss it. (That was in 72 thru 74 )

Are their any RV parks in the area that might have space available around late Sept.

(I know, what's this got to do with brakes)

Oh, I know, needing those brakes for the trip down from Jerome?



TC