JJeepyjohn
Make Me Fries
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I want switch my 99 to rear disc brakes and get rid of the drums. What are the best options. ?
I want switch my 99 to rear disc brakes and get rid of the drums. What are the best options. ?
I converted one, I can't remember who I bought the kit from but it was expensive!
Seems worth it. Most places want 1000 plus for that axle
I converted one, I can't remember who I bought the kit from but it was expensive!
What about pressure? The disk take less than the drums.
Why are you guys wanting rear discs?
The drums would never stay adjusted and they were falling apart. They were also a pain to service.
I just swapped the axle from a 01 into mine, seemed a bit easier than just swapping on a kit. I think I paid 500 for it as a bare axle (no rotors or calipers), bought good cross drilled and slotted rotors, new calipers and pads, had maybe 800 in it total. Then I sold the old drum axle for $500.
When empty I can lock up the rear if I really slam on the brakes but with a load it stops great. Much better than the drums.