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Old 03-08-2005, 07:02 AM
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We just completed a front disc brake conversion on our 66 Tempest using the kit we purchased from Stainless Steel Brakes for about $950. This was the most demanding restoration job we've attempted yet. The kit was pretty complete except for the combination proportioning valve we ended up installing from InLine Tube. The SSBC kit had the adjustable rear proportioning valve but research on this site and others suggested we install the combo valve. Aside from having to drill out the old steering knuckles a bit for the new spindle bolts it was pretty complete. It wasn't the "easy 8 hour job" that I've heard about either. First of all, we replaced both upper and lower ball joints. We also converted to a power booster. PLumbing everything was a challenge too and we went through some hair pulling on craked lines and bad tube flaring. In fact we still have some leaks that we need to deal with. In addition I think the wheel bearings are too tight because we are hearing some bearing noise. Total time for the job was honestly about 40 hours but it was our first brake job.
So... how does it stop? Well, about %100 better than it did. This doesn't mean it stops like my Toyota truck with 4 wheel discs but at least it is no longer scary to drive.
Let me know if you have any questions.

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