4 lug disc brake conversion kit

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  1. ComMavDean

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    Does anyone know if a disc brake conversion kit is made for a 4 lug? I’m thinking not as all I find is 5 lug. Bad enough going 5 lug I’ll have to change both front and back I don’t want to have to change wheels too. Thx!
     
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    I've seen this kit but I have no idea if it'd work on Maverick.

    If it also fits '67-'70 Stang would fit Mav/Comet.

    As far as a specific kit for our cars, better chance winning the Powerball.

     
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    Ok thx for your input I’ll check it out. I’ve seen Maverick 5 lug conversion kits but not 4 yet.
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    ---- 1976 Comet --- 1974 Maverick- - '61 Comet T'Bolt Six ---- 'quite a few projects ...
    Does anyone know if a disc brake conversion kit is made for a 4 lug?

    I used 71 Maverick 4 lug spindles on my '61 Comet. The 4 Lug Disc Brake conversion is from 'SCAREBIRD CLASSIC BRAKES'

    https://scarebird.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=65

    Simple 4 Lug Disc front brake conversion uses Scarebird backing plate with GM Calipers and Nissan Rotors. You can use all their parts or assemble your own ...

    Disc conversion will also need Frt/Rr proportioning valve added to rear brake line for any front disc upgrade.

    Hav E fun

    Maverick 4 Lug Spindles - Disc swap
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    smegnl Roger Saffle Supporting Member

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    Acornridgeman MCCI Wisconsin State Rep Moderator Supporting Member

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    Older thread but I wanted to add some info - Scarebird has gone out of business :(
     
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    Oh, I'm very sorry to hear that about Scarebird. They were a great option for affordable disk brakes.
     
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    5-Lug is better...
     
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    Scarebird web site back in buisness in August this year , I may be the first customer ?????
     
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