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Originally Posted by Robertc10
I have a 1971 C10 with drum brakes up front. From what I am reading and my memory tells me 71 changed to disc so I am thinking I have earlier model frame or something of that nature correct me if I am thinking wrong! I am wanting to convert to front disc. I have been looking at drop spindles but I am confused what year model to buy for any help would be greatly appreciated. I think if I have drum brakes I will need to buy spindles for 1970 and earlier?
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Lots of info here.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823
Sounds like you have a 67-70 frame.
Without pics it’s hard to tell.
If there’s no indent behind the steering box it a 67 frame.
If there is it’s a 68-70 frame.
These trucks are old.
Lots of parts have been changed.
Please post several pics of your suspension.
Steel brake lines connect to the rubber hose behind the crossmember on 67-69 trucks..
In front of the crossmember on 71-72 truck.
I’ve been preaching “63-70 conversion spindles” for many years now.
I’m not sure why this info is not getting out.
There’s no need to use 71-72 or 73-87 spindles.
These conversion spindles are the same price and require no balljoints or tie rod changes.
Buy from places like Summit Racing that offer free shipping.
I like ECE (
www.earlyclassic.com) for 67-72 parts.
But wilwood, mcgaughys, western chassis, belltech, and even CPP make good spindles.
Hope this helps.
Get the word out to use Conversion spindles!