Anyone try this yet?

I was searching for alternative disc brake solutions. Most that I've seen require at least a 17" rim. I have 16" and want to keep them.  The info mentions 10 bolt rear axles, so I was wondering about it.

it mentions 2 setups as follows:

1) same as above ( EC845A) for 5 inch bolt circle
EC-845B..........................................$ 575.00

2) 73-94 Chevy/GMC (1/2 ton pickup w/5" bolt circle) - with "C" clip axle retainers only
EC-848............................................$ 575.00

http://www.ecihotrodbrakes.com/rear_discbrake_conversions.html

Don't know if we have "C" clips on the axles.

Dave

put bigger brakes on the front first,..
the rear drums are strong enough for most applications other than track work,.

Speaking of bigger/better front brakes, I'm open for suggestions, bearing in mind the 16" wheel limit.
If you (anyone) have some ideas, I'd be appreciative, please share.



I'd admit that the disc rear would mostly be for appearance sake, The ol' boy doesn't see much track time except for three laps at The Glen every year. If it stops better/less distance, that's also a plus.

are cars do have c clips in rear

You can put EBC brake rotors on. They will fit the Original 15" wheels.

EBC Brakes GD7078 3GD Series Dimpled and Slotted Sport Rotor

You could also try this

http://www.impalassforum.com/vBulletin/showthread.php?t=228173

Pete

My only worry with aftermarket disc conversions is availability/cost of wear parts.

Joel had a write up on the Astro rotors for the fronts with bigger pads and/or better cooling with the thicker rotor.....It's been awhile since I read it.

http://www.impalassforum.com/vBulletin/showthread.php?t=266855

lakeffect wrote:

Speaking of bigger/better front brakes, I'm open for suggestions, bearing in mind the 16" wheel limit.
If you (anyone) have some ideas,  I'd be appreciative, please share.

What I did after a way too close encounter with an elk was a set of SSBC dual piston calipers and a Wilwood proportioning valve. MAJOR seat of the pants improvment in stopping distance. Calipers are a bolt on using stock mounts and pads. The SSBC clamps offer enough extra stopping force that the rears were activating the ABS way too often. The valve cured that after a bit of trial and error. The valve install was a PITA in regards to the different styles of fittings involved. Next time I have a wheel off I'll try a stock 15" alloy and check clearance.


Cheers, Vern

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Nice looking setup!

Thanks Jim, Just wish I had more time to dink with it.

Looks like there is an aftermarket disc set up to...(still, a very nice set up indeed)
Pete