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Old 09-07-2023, 09:04 PM
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Default Front Disc to drum, Spindles the same ????

I am looking to convert to front disc brakes but really don't want to change the spindles.
Are there any differences in the front stock drum spindles and stock disc spindles ????

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Old 09-07-2023, 09:26 PM
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On a 67, the upper boss is thicker on the drum brake spindles by about 3/4". You'd have to mill it down by that much to accommodate either the four piston and single piston caliper plates.

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OUr host sells conversions that work with drum spindles; you need 15" disc rims.

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Old 09-08-2023, 11:07 AM
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Baer Brakes makes a kit that uses the stock drum spindle. Just installed last weekend on my 66. You do have to drill-out the two lower holes to 1/2” if yours are 7/16”, or reuse the stock bolts along with a bushing in the bracket. This caliper bracket in the kit does not utilize the top mount, so no need to mill it down.
https://baer.com/11-Classic-Series-F...m-4301550.html

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Old 09-08-2023, 12:14 PM
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Baer Brakes makes a kit that uses the stock drum spindle...
The kit you show is for GM A/F/X bodys, not full size Pontiac.

Baer does not make a kit for pre 71 "B"s, other than Chevrolet.


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Old 09-08-2023, 12:44 PM
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Baer does not make a kit for pre 71 "B"s, other than Chevrolet.
Does the OP have a B-body? If so, I’m mistaken , but I’m not seeing any reference to that.

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I think I crossed my wires with another thread.

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