Front Disc Brakes
 

I bought the disc brake kit from Ben's Classic Car Parts and installed it. I must say it was a breeze to install. I liked the fact that it was a complete kit that came with everything you need. The couple of questions I had were answered right away by the owner Ben. A true gentleman. I would recommend this kit to anyone who is looking to convert to disc brakes and his customer service is second to none. Merry Christmas.
Tony

Good to know! I'm considering this for our '63 convert. Did you take any pix? Thanks

Did you check Scarebirds web site??
I'm sure his question was for professional reasons.
I'm running his brake conversions on my car..;)
Check it out....

And yes....any pictures of car?? all pictures/specs are appreciated ..:)
Merry Christmas..

Exactly ......
All your stuff looks great by me..;)

I bought a disc brake conversion kit for my 1963 Pontiac LeMans from Ben’s Classic Car Parts.
My car was one of the first four test vehicles for the BCCP Brakes Tempest & LeMans Front
Disc Brake Conversion Kit.

The first design kit had a little bit of a clearance problem with the caliper. I contacted BCCP and explained the problem. The customer service was fantastic! I spoke personally with Ben, who is the owner. I was quite impressed at being able to speak with the owner right off. He was very helpful and gave me no excuses. He got right to work on the problem. During the time they were doing the redesign, I received several calls updating me on the progress.

When the problem was resolved, he shipped me the revised kit and a shipping label to return the first kit, all on his dime, which I appreciated greatly.

The brake kit is outstanding, all the major components were well machined, every piece needed for the installation was there right down to every nut and bolt; brake hoses, bearings, seals, just everything.

The installation was a breeze. Everything fit perfectly. There were no problems with the process.
No special tools were needed, just the regular tools I use anytime.

I would recommend Ben’s Classic Car Parts to anyone looking to upgrade their classic car brakes-steering-suspension. They are very easy to work with and extremely helpful if you have a question. I called them several times for info on other things, and they always had time to talk with me.

When they get their design completed for rear disk brakes for a 1963 Pontiac LeMans, I’ll be back. Most people don’t realize it, but a 1963 Pontiac LeMans is a whole different animal. I have spent the better part of two years trying to find a disc brake setup for this car. I couldn’t even find brake drums for this car.

Ben’s Classic Car Parts has basically put me back on the road. I have not been able to drive this car much because the brakes were so bad. When i was looking for brake drums, I used the internet and called I don’t know many junk yards all over the country trying to just find drums. I can now feel confident while driving my Classic Pontiac with the installation of a Disc Brake Conversion from BCCP Brakes.

Thank You!
Tony and Faye Mier
Dec.13, 2014

You just did not come to this site early enough!I have had discs on the front of my 63 for almost 15 years now.First ones were done from parts made by Ric Johnson in Crete ILL.Scarebird came up with his some years later.Tom

Yeah...disc brakes on a 63 Tempest is nothing new Tony..
Been racing (and stopping) them for years..;)
Glad you found help...all that matters.
Just saying....check out Scarebirds site...:)

...and post pix of car ...

Been running Wilwoods for yrs. on a 63 and 61. Ones a race and street car and never changed the pads. All I did was make my own brakets from 1/4" aluminum. Its then a simple bolt on.

I put Scarebirds system on my 63 Born Too Late in 2007. It works so well using factory parts, it's like its a factory setup. Incredibly easy! Scarebirds discs on the front and SSBS discs on the back (9") means stopping is not a problem.

BTW... I have a set of brackets for the Wildwood conversion I will make someone a hell of a deal on.

Is there a disc brake setup you can put on a '63 Lemans that will allow you to use the stock 15" wheel?

No, but I still wonder what wheel spacer, if any, will make them work.

Want to put discs on the front of my '63 and I want to use 4 3/4" bolt pattern Rally I's all around.