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CPP disc brake swap

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Hey guys I just wanted to share my experience with the CPP (Classic Performance Parts) disc brake conversion. It comes complete with the spindle/cast knuckle and all the necessary brake parts. I also installed a new brake master cylinder and line lock for hellacious burn outs. Overall the build quality is excellent and fit finish is also excellent. Install was a snap and took about 45 minutes of my time. Pics coming next.
 
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After removing the wheel and drum/wheel bearings I removed the bolts to the steering arm/ lower ball joint while supporting the lower arm so I wouldn't have to untension the t-bar. Then I removed the nut to the upper ball joint and gave the knuckle a smack with the BFH to release the taper for the ball joint. And then unbolt the brake line.
 
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Once removed then the new knuckle goes on in reverse fashion. All new parts makes it nice. As a matter of fact I am thinking of doing this upgrade to my Super Bee. Oh and this kit cost $295 on sale!
 
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Okay so next up was the master and line lock. After twisting myself under the dash for 20 minutes I was able to free the master and install the new one from a early 70s B-body from the local parts store. The line lock is from Summit racing along with the install kit.
 
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moparchris said:
Once removed then the new knuckle goes on in reverse fashion. All new parts makes it nice. As a matter of fact I am thinking of doing this upgrade to my Super Bee. Oh and this kit cost $295 on sale!
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That is a VERY nice package for that price. Aren't those the GM calipers? I wouldn't mention putting those on the Bee over on the LOH Playground if I were you... :basketcase:

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Burnout pics to follow for sure. The calipers look almost identical to my 73 up A body ones on my Swinger. No Gm stuff, bad :wedgie:
 
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Okay, no :wedgie: required...I was just asking... :D
A lot of those lower priced kits use the GM calipers because they're cheap and plentiful. Never occurred to me that you might get the real McCoy for that price... :drive:

Where did you find this set-up for $295? $399 on their website and $349 was the best I saw on their e-bag listing...plus another $40 for the slotted and drilled rotors... :popcorn:
 
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Okay, no :wedgie: required...I was just asking... :D
A lot of those lower priced kits use the GM calipers because they're cheap and plentiful. Never occurred to me that you might get the real McCoy for that price... :drive:

Where did you find this set-up for $295? $399 on their website and $349 was the best I saw on their e-bag listing...plus another $40 for the slotted and drilled rotors... :popcorn:
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They are a few miles from my shop and Terry (the owner of the car) and I went over and shot the poo with the guys over there and they were running a sale. He said that he would hook me up next time as well and he didn't charge Terry for the drill and slot. I bet if I went over there and pitched a group buy I bet we could get a good deal. I could even ship it out for you guys. Whos in?
 
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They are a few miles from my shop and Terry (the owner of the car) and I went over and shot the poo with the guys over there and they were running a sale. He said that he would hook me up next time as well and he didn't charge Terry for the drill and slot. I bet if I went over there and pitched a group buy I bet we could get a good deal. I could even ship it out for you guys. Whos in?
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If the drilled & slotted rotors are part of the package at that price I'm definitely in. Maybe even for two sets. :thumbsup:
 
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moparchris said:
They are a few miles from my shop and Terry (the owner of the car) and I went over and shot the poo with the guys over there and they were running a sale. He said that he would hook me up next time as well and he didn't charge Terry for the drill and slot. I bet if I went over there and pitched a group buy I bet we could get a good deal. I could even ship it out for you guys. Whos in?
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If the drilled & slotted rotors are part of the package at that price I'm definitely in. Maybe even for two sets. :thumbsup:
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:eek:rly: Do you need two, or is this to do with your problem :lol:
 
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:eek:rly: Do you need two, or is this to do with your problem :lol:
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Perhaps I was thinking about maybe putting one on the shelf for some "not yet identified" need that might come along... :leave:

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moparchris said:
They are a few miles from my shop and Terry (the owner of the car) and I went over and shot the poo with the guys over there and they were running a sale. He said that he would hook me up next time as well and he didn't charge Terry for the drill and slot. I bet if I went over there and pitched a group buy I bet we could get a good deal. I could even ship it out for you guys. Whos in?
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If the drilled & slotted rotors are part of the package at that price I'm definitely in. Maybe even for two sets. :thumbsup:
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The only factory disk set-up requiring a 15" wheel is the one with the 11.75" rotor. These would not require the use of 15" wheels as rotor diameter is 11".
 
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Wow, I didn't think I would get that kind of response. I will try to get over there this week. I will let you know.
 
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