1972 Mercury Comet

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  1. Amir

    Amir New Member

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    I an trying to do a brake conversion on my 1972 Mercury Comet, I know there is kits for it but they are very expensive, has any one done this using parts from a salvage car,:hmmm:
     
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    Mercurycruizers David (Coop) Cooper

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    I did a brake swap from my 74 Comet 4dr, which had disc brakes. To my 73 Comet 2dr....
    Now the 74 Comet 4dr has 4 wheel drum brakes....
     
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    Ford Granada, Mercury Monarch or Lincoln Versailles front brakes will bolt right up. Use the spindles and hubs from the donor car.
     
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    Brake

    Thanks Guys.:thumbs2:
     
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    I have found spindles for Mustangs made between 1964.5 through 1973.
    I want to know if this would fit my Mercury Comet 1972,.

    The picture is attached.

    Thank you.
    Amir.
     

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    Yes they will,just be mindful to use the correct tie rod ends (which you should already have)
     
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    Thank You.
     
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