Boy I bet these threads get old... but anyways, I have a '71 Maverick with a 250 and I'm gettin' real fed up with having to adjust and readjust my front shoes. So I'm looking for either a conversion kit or a list of parts I can buy at the auto parts store but I don't see the big deal in converting from 4 to 5 lug and I don't really want to lose my stock wheels but many of the conversion kits I'm looking at require a minimum wheel diameter of 15". Is it really necessary to make the switch, and is it worth it or too pricey? I feel that the price of a new set of wheels will kill my budget, but I could be wrong. Also, if I simply order a kit with the 5-lug rotors, can I just pop it on and make it work? Also, I've heard the granada pitch, but would rather have a complete set of new parts. Plus I don't live close enough to a junkyard to make that nor do I have near enough experience to find what I need and know it will be right.
Nick ABS power brakes in Orange Ca has a complete 4 lug power brake kit and if I remember your stock wheel will fit ?????? Web address wwwabspowerbrake.com phone #714 771 6549 I have that booster on my maverick and its work great . The booster will need a small mod. You will need to order it with 2 3/8 to 2 1/2' 'mounting studs Jay
How can I convert my rear brakes to 5 lug? Will i be able to retain my original equipment or would it require an entire new brake setup? Since I have stock 14's, should i just do a whole car 5-lug convert and get 15's?
Also, Mavdog I looked at ABS and they have some nice kits. They come with 11" front and 10 & 1/2" rears, will those fit? And I called to price their complete kit and ask if the application would work but he ask if I had 8" or 9" rear bearings I think.. what does that mean?
Nick, I have 5 lugs 8" rear ends for $100. I have one 5 lugs with Explorer rear disc brakes for $200, if Blugene does not want it. I still have the Scarebird front disc brackets. Come over and I can show you how the Scarebirds are mounted on my 63 Ranchero. I should be home this weekend or during the week if you call first. Rick Forney, TX 214-673-8086
Has anyone used the CSRP kit? If so, did you run into any problems such as requiring additional parts or complications with installation?
