Easiest D44 drum to disk conversion?

[Btempy]

For what its worth i was able to purchase a 78/79 axle, strip the outers and shafts, and still managed to sell the housing for what i bought it for. I'm with everyone is saying the kit will be easier. Junkyard route way cheaper, but more labor involved.

 

[doghows72]

http://classicbroncos.com/forums/showthread.php?t=276994

Check out this thread. Kit fits 44 and 30.

 

[Banjer Picker]

Here's the list I used to convert my dana 44 drums to chevy disc 10 years ago.. I got this from the So.Cal Bronco's website in their tech folder.Keep in mind this is a few year's old and prices may have changed. Super easy to install..

Here's all the prices and part #'s These parts are all purchased from Auto Zone.
ALL PARTS ARE LIFETIME WARRANTY

#024196 0524 performance friction pads comp set $27.99
#095745 C503 RH disc brake caliper $12.99 +$10.00 core=$22.99
#095752 C502 LH disc brake caliper $12.99 +$10.00 core=$22.99
#048859 5492 brake rotor/hub comp. $30.99x2=$61.98
#788737 set 37 wheel bearing,Timken $13.99x2=$27.98
#788422 set 45 wheel bearing,Timken $13.99x2=$27.98
#704049 H5002 brake guide bolts $6.99x2=$13.98
#001799 313938 banjo bolts 7/16"x20x1 1/16 $1.99x2=$3.98

Total$209.86 without tax.Minus core charge of $20.00 new total=$189.86

I bought spindles and backing plates on craigslist.

Write up I used..
http://www.emotoman.com/disc/discbrake1.htm

What brake lines did you use?
Did you keep the knuckles and spindles from your drum brakes?
Did your Ford locking hub components work in the chevy rotor/hub assembly?

I've done the Ford conversion a couple times before but this is pretty intriguing.

 

[doghows72]

I've looked into this option before I bought my kit. After you spent a week or two looking for the USED parts and buying them and or shipping them you will spend more money than if you just buy a kit.
I gave up wasting my time looking for used parts bought the kit and I am done already!!

 

[sykanr0ng]

James Duff New Product Release - Monster Disc Brake Kit

All Ford

Reproduction F150 Super Cab knuckles (no wheel clearance problems)

They will soon offer T-bird calipers as an option.

 

[onebadd73]

Banjer Picker

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1966-75-Ear...jos-/310362253597?vxp=mtr&hash=item484308291d

Hose set I used, Yes I used the stock knuckles. You do have to grind them down a little if your using a 15" rim. See picture. You have to find Chevy backing plates and spindles. Yes the Ford locking hub components work with the Chevy conversion. Very simple install. Hard part is finding the backing plates and spindles.

Frank

 

[jimmyk]

It's hard to beat an all in one kit. Everything you need being delivered to the door is nice. Nothing to remove rust off of, nothing to paint, etc.

I like the challenge of sourcing all the parts myself. I went 79 bronco knuckles out. All the "replacement" parts I can get at my local parts store. Reused the stock drum/drum MC, H block and locking hubs. Picked up a booster and bracket off eBay. Had to get a few odds and ends but all in all it was an easy swap.

Tim

Tim is right, I was hell bent on going all ford, but after finding all the parts, cleaning and painting, the cost, labor and time is better spent buying a kit from one of the vendors.