[last_in]

I am making this thread to see if there is any interest for a rear disc brake kit. It fits both the 8 1/4" rear and 9 1/4" rear. The best part of all it will clear 15" rims so no need to do the 03/04 disc conversion that doesn't fit a 15" wheel.

Here is the kit: http://www.tsmmfg.com/2552.htm

Still working out the details but so far it is 20% off of 3 or more orders. So we only need three people to make this happen. I am one of the three so we actually need two at the bare minimum.

If interested just post up or PM me.

Again I'm still working on the details but so far it's 20% off three or more orders. We can get more than three people in also if the interest is there.

1. Last_in
2. t vago
3.

Thanks!

 

[JuicedDakotaRT]

damn i just baught this kit like 2 weeks ago lol

 

[Shimrra]

how much is it to actually have the full set of parts to put on?
(kit isnt complete. no calipers etc)
any way to get replacement rotors other than through them?

 

[DocZ]

That's a good price and a nice vented rotor vs the 03-04 solid design.

 

[last_in]

how much is it to actually have the full set of parts to put on?
(kit isnt complete. no calipers etc)
any way to get replacement rotors other than through them?

I'm finding out about pricing but with out the group buy price the cheapest you can get a complete kit with lines, calipers, and rotors is $429.95 plus shipping. Now assuming you get the 20% off that is $343.96 plus shipping for the complete kit. Now don't quote me on the price I'm still talking with them.

The rotors are stock 6 lug front Gen III rotors that have been modified. They back drill the rotors a little bit to fit your rear studs. www.r1concepts.com is the company that drills and slots the rotors for them.

 

[01Motorsport]

That's a good price and a nice vented rotor vs the 03-04 solid design.

X2. The SSBC rear disc conversion is now $895, albeit complete.

 

[Shimrra]

my issue is that it's a bear fijnding nice front rotors for my truck and i think i want good vented rotors first before i do this

 

[Five9Dak]

Can the kit use un-modified rotors if the studs are changed? I'd rather change studs once than re-drill rotors every time. (and be able to use any aftermarket rotor I want)

 

[last_in]

Can the kit use un-modified rotors if the studs are changed? I'd rather change studs once than re-drill rotors every time. (and be able to use any aftermarket rotor I want)

I just sent them an email about this. I'm curious as well, I'll let you know what I find out.

 

[Shimrra]

Can the kit use un-modified rotors if the studs are changed? I'd rather change studs once than re-drill rotors every time. (and be able to use any aftermarket rotor I want)

what he said
as far as i know all my studs are the same

 

[last_in]

Can the kit use un-modified rotors if the studs are changed? I'd rather change studs once than re-drill rotors every time. (and be able to use any aftermarket rotor I want)

From them:

If you watch the pads. The rotors should never have to be changed. The problem is not the studs, but the inside of the rotor by the fins. The rotor has to be machined because the fins hit the bracket.

 

[last_in]

Alright the updated info, they ship all the kits to one address to get the group price. All of the kits would have to be shipped to me and they want a lump sum payment, so I'm thinking it might not even be worth it covering shipping, paypal fees etc.

Unless two more people live close in Ohio and want the kit, I don't see this happening. Or if you are going to the National meet coming up, I could bring it to you there.

 

[hskrRT]

Could you get the mcahining specs form them to get your own rotors cut?? I'm the EBC slotted/dimpled rotors on the front of my truck right now and they are by far the best rotor I've ever used. And I've been through a few sets of rotors in my time.

 

[9t9-5.2]

Could you get the mcahining specs form them to get your own rotors cut?? I'm the EBC slotted/dimpled rotors on the front of my truck right now and they are by far the best rotor I've ever used. And I've been through a few sets of rotors in my time.

Look at the pic in the link. You can see where the back of the rotor comes very close to the mounting bracket. It should be easy to figure how much material needs removed.

I have looked into this before, IIRC it uses GM calipers. For the price shown it likely has no parking brakes. Parking brake calipers are a $180 upcharge from the standard caliper.

http://www.tsmmfg.com/2552.htm

 

[jrp1588]

Do they sell pads with the calipers? What sort of pads would be needed?

 

[JuicedDakotaRT]

yes the pads come with. they are calipers from a 78-83 Monte Carlo, so new pads would be likewise

 

[last_in]

Could you get the mcahining specs form them to get your own rotors cut?? I'm the EBC slotted/dimpled rotors on the front of my truck right now and they are by far the best rotor I've ever used. And I've been through a few sets of rotors in my time.

Like 9t9-5.2 said, it wouldn't be very difficult to have a local machine shop do you up.

Do they sell pads with the calipers? What sort of pads would be needed?

The calipers from them come loaded, loaded meaning with pads. But for replacement pads just go to the local auto parts store and say you need brake pads for a 78 Monte Carlo or a 79 Eldorado. Depending on what caliper you decide to use.

 

[last_in]

These are pics of the kit and installation of the kit. These are Aves pics over at dakotart. Hope you don't mind me using them!

 

[9t9-5.2]

If you were to buy the kit/brackets and wanted better calipers w/o the parking brake speedwaymotors sells a GM metric caliper with a oversized piston for $59 ea: http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Big-Bore-GM-Metric-1978-88-Brake-Caliper,25158.html

Wilwood has a aluminum caliper for the GM metric: http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Wilwo...minum-Caliper,8462.html?parentDisplayId=25158

 

[Five9Dak]

Yeh I'm with brian on this, can we get a rotor modification drawing?