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powell72 · 10-08-2006, 05:56 PM

Inthuwind, sorry to confuse, I thought that was what I had read. I'm learning as I go on this project myself!

ChevyDude · 10-08-2006, 07:45 PM

Here is a how to from CPP:
http://www.classicperform.com/tech_a...kes-trucks.htm

Another kit:
http://www.blackbirdscustomtrucks.co...x7.html#910&12

jkade · 10-10-2006, 06:45 PM

87 corvette won't work

centsless · 10-10-2006, 08:59 PM

As sb406 said, the caprice rear is narrower than the stock 12 bolt by about an inch or so. I have a 95 Impala SS, and I had a 95 Caprice 9C1 (police). I put the Caprice frame under the Impala (it was totalled) and learned that the Caprice disc rear is 30mm narrower than the SS rear. The SS wheels and tires fit the Caprice with no clearance issues, but they sit out further on the SS. I looked in the service manual and got the dimensions. The wagon rear is even wider yet. If anyone needs, I can get pics of the setup on my 95 SS or the rear dimensions out of the service manual.
Bob

glock35ipsc · 10-24-2006, 05:20 PM

For whoever is interested, I will have about 10 sets of brackets for the Caprice calipers/12 bolt truck rearend ready by around the end of this week. They are made from A527 Grade 50 steel, and are laser cut to perfection! They will come unfinished (I can powdercoat black or chrome-like for a small cost) and will include mounting hardware (nuts, bolts, washers). I'll post an update when they are all ready to go.

powell72 · 10-24-2006, 11:15 PM

Bob has spent some time on these things making sure they are correct and professional looking, I myself am buying a set from him as soon as they come in.

SB406 · 10-25-2006, 09:23 AM

How much $$?

69_hafton · 10-25-2006, 08:26 PM

What minimum size wheels fit over these - especially the camaro calipers? TTT

Ram-Man · 10-25-2006, 11:03 PM

glock35ipsc, will the Camaro calipers also fit on these brackets???

glock35ipsc · 10-25-2006, 11:06 PM

I am under the impression that they will, but I can't truly confirm or deny until I can get one in hand.

Inthuwind · 10-26-2006, 06:03 PM

Hey 69 Hafton~stock 15's fit over mine for right now.

Inthuwind · 10-26-2006, 06:04 PM

Camaro calipers will fit~~383 Stroker did an article on it.

glock35ipsc · 10-26-2006, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Inthuwind

Camaro calipers will fit~~383 Stroker did an article on it.

Cool, thanks for the info!

Ram-Man · 10-26-2006, 08:39 PM

inthuwind, where can we find the article 383 stroker did on thes??

This board is making me spend way too much money on my project too much great info to make these trucks better

Inthuwind · 10-27-2006, 06:50 AM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=173673&page=2

Look here in the 5 lug rotor thread~

69_hafton · 11-06-2006, 08:46 PM

Just an FYI, the Camaro calipers won't work in place of Caprice calipers from what I'm seeing. The measurements (from the drawing) for caliper bolt spacing of the impala/caprice caliper was ~3 1/32 inches and the 93-97 Camaro calipers measure in at ~3 7/8

Ram-Man · 11-10-2006, 02:23 PM

I picked up a set of the impala ss rear rotors today at Napa. They look like a direct fit. If anyone wants measurements on them I have a set in my hands.

ampsyco · 11-10-2006, 08:11 PM

ok. does anyone know where i can get 6 lug rotors ??? id like to install this on my truck but ive got 6 lugs.

glock35ipsc · 11-10-2006, 08:44 PM

You mightbe able to have a good machine shop redrill the Impala rotors for 6 lugs.

low sierra · 11-10-2006, 09:08 PM

I know I am stupid but what does ttt mean? I see it used on these forums a lot but really no where else.

glock35ipsc · 11-10-2006, 09:14 PM

To The Top. It is just something to fill a post to bring a thread to the top of the list. When a thread has a new reply, it get's bumped "to the top" of the thread list.

low sierra · 11-10-2006, 09:22 PM

thanks for the quick reply. I knew it would be simple but just coundn't figure it out.

smbrouss70 · 11-10-2006, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ampsyco

ok. does anyone know where i can get 6 lug rotors ??? id like to install this on my truck but ive got 6 lugs.

You might want to try this thread...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=193471

el curioso · 12-12-2006, 03:34 AM

post #43

What is the thickness of these brakets??

EX:3/16,1/4,1/2,3/4

**CMars45000** · 12-12-2006, 01:36 PM

just to keep this thing at the top, I will post on the setup I am going to try to make work...

I will be using rear disc brakes form a 1979 Cadillac Seville. The rotors are CHEAP (i got mine fore $16.95 each for premium ones) and are 5 on 5 lug patter with 1/2" wheel studs... I will have to have the axles wheel mounting flange machined down a little to fit inside the rotor had (less than .200" over all)

The calipers are GM metric with the integral parking brake... I need to either fabricate or find the e-brake lever and the e-barke cable stop on the caliper.

The last order of business I have to take care of is measure for some brackets and put them into CAD and have some cut out. If they work out well I may try to put a kit together and sell it or have all the parts available individually...

The greatest expense of this kit was the CORE charge on the calipers ($85.00 EACH) but the cost of the calipers were $110 for BOTH and $34 for both rotors so not too bad so far...

10-08-2006, 05:56 PM	#51
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? Inthuwind, sorry to confuse, I thought that was what I had read. I'm learning as I go on this project myself! __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

10-08-2006, 07:45 PM	#52
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? Here is a how to from CPP: http://www.classicperform.com/tech_a...kes-trucks.htm Another kit: http://www.blackbirdscustomtrucks.co...x7.html#910&12 __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4 Last edited by ChevyDude; 10-08-2006 at 07:47 PM.

10-10-2006, 06:45 PM	#53
jkade Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AL Posts: 2,519	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? 87 corvette won't work

10-10-2006, 08:59 PM	#54
centsless sufficiently talented fool Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Forest Hill, MD Posts: 2,231	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? As sb406 said, the caprice rear is narrower than the stock 12 bolt by about an inch or so. I have a 95 Impala SS, and I had a 95 Caprice 9C1 (police). I put the Caprice frame under the Impala (it was totalled) and learned that the Caprice disc rear is 30mm narrower than the SS rear. The SS wheels and tires fit the Caprice with no clearance issues, but they sit out further on the SS. I looked in the service manual and got the dimensions. The wagon rear is even wider yet. If anyone needs, I can get pics of the setup on my 95 SS or the rear dimensions out of the service manual. Bob __________________ "it's impossible to be surrounded by idiots when you are part of the circle" 2003 Suburban 2002 Pontiac Montana 1981 Corvette 1966 Impala Convertible Click here to support the board

10-24-2006, 05:20 PM	#55
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? For whoever is interested, I will have about 10 sets of brackets for the Caprice calipers/12 bolt truck rearend ready by around the end of this week. They are made from A527 Grade 50 steel, and are laser cut to perfection! They will come unfinished (I can powdercoat black or chrome-like for a small cost) and will include mounting hardware (nuts, bolts, washers). I'll post an update when they are all ready to go. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

10-24-2006, 11:15 PM	#56
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? Bob has spent some time on these things making sure they are correct and professional looking, I myself am buying a set from him as soon as they come in. __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

10-25-2006, 09:23 AM	#57
SB406 FORD is a 4 letter word. Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Western NY Posts: 99	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? How much $$? __________________ '71 406 GMC Short Box Fleetside - Daily Driver '79 350 Chevy K-5 Blazer - On-going Project (Mudder)www.wnyoffroad.com '58 LT1 Chevy Short Box Step Side - Next Project

10-25-2006, 08:26 PM	#58
69_hafton Sleep-Deprived Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 445	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? What minimum size wheels fit over these - especially the camaro calipers? TTT __________________ 1971 K/10 Long Fleetside 350/350 - 6" Lift 1969 C/10 SWB 292 - Sold It

10-25-2006, 11:03 PM	#59
Ram-Man Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 943	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? glock35ipsc, will the Camaro calipers also fit on these brackets???

10-25-2006, 11:06 PM	#60
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? I am under the impression that they will, but I can't truly confirm or deny until I can get one in hand. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

10-26-2006, 06:03 PM	#61
Inthuwind Straight jacket required Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 882	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? Hey 69 Hafton~stock 15's fit over mine for right now. __________________ 1968 C10 Short Stepper 350/350 A/C P/S P/B Front disc 3/5 static/ 12bolt rear 3:73 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary/455/4spd 2011 H-D Street Glide - CAMMED n lowered Dad always said,"Son, if you can't be good...be good at it."

10-26-2006, 06:04 PM	#62
Inthuwind Straight jacket required Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 882	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? Camaro calipers will fit~~383 Stroker did an article on it. __________________ 1968 C10 Short Stepper 350/350 A/C P/S P/B Front disc 3/5 static/ 12bolt rear 3:73 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary/455/4spd 2011 H-D Street Glide - CAMMED n lowered Dad always said,"Son, if you can't be good...be good at it."

10-26-2006, 08:39 PM	#64
Ram-Man Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 943	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? inthuwind, where can we find the article 383 stroker did on thes?? This board is making me spend way too much money on my project too much great info to make these trucks better

10-27-2006, 06:50 AM	#65
Inthuwind Straight jacket required Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 882	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=173673&page=2 Look here in the 5 lug rotor thread~ __________________ 1968 C10 Short Stepper 350/350 A/C P/S P/B Front disc 3/5 static/ 12bolt rear 3:73 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary/455/4spd 2011 H-D Street Glide - CAMMED n lowered Dad always said,"Son, if you can't be good...be good at it." Last edited by Inthuwind; 10-27-2006 at 06:51 AM.

11-06-2006, 08:46 PM	#66
69_hafton Sleep-Deprived Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 445	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? Just an FYI, the Camaro calipers won't work in place of Caprice calipers from what I'm seeing. The measurements (from the drawing) for caliper bolt spacing of the impala/caprice caliper was ~3 1/32 inches and the 93-97 Camaro calipers measure in at ~3 7/8 __________________ 1971 K/10 Long Fleetside 350/350 - 6" Lift 1969 C/10 SWB 292 - Sold It



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11-10-2006, 02:23 PM	#67
Ram-Man Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 943	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? I picked up a set of the impala ss rear rotors today at Napa. They look like a direct fit. If anyone wants measurements on them I have a set in my hands.

11-10-2006, 08:11 PM	#68
ampsyco Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: florida Posts: 142	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? ok. does anyone know where i can get 6 lug rotors ??? id like to install this on my truck but ive got 6 lugs.

11-10-2006, 08:44 PM	#69
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? You mightbe able to have a good machine shop redrill the Impala rotors for 6 lugs. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

11-10-2006, 09:08 PM	#70
low sierra Old Time Rodder Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Roanoke, Virginia Posts: 58	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? I know I am stupid but what does ttt mean? I see it used on these forums a lot but really no where else. __________________ 79 GMC SWB Lowrider Stepside [81 cab] that thinks it a Chevy (since 6/1980) Replacement cab had A/C which now works, made a real truck out of it 84 MC 305 350TH 3.08 4 wheel disc finally My daily driver again

11-10-2006, 09:14 PM	#71
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? To The Top. It is just something to fill a post to bring a thread to the top of the list. When a thread has a new reply, it get's bumped "to the top" of the thread list. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE Last edited by glock35ipsc; 11-10-2006 at 09:15 PM.

11-10-2006, 09:22 PM	#72
low sierra Old Time Rodder Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Roanoke, Virginia Posts: 58	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? thanks for the quick reply. I knew it would be simple but just coundn't figure it out. __________________ 79 GMC SWB Lowrider Stepside [81 cab] that thinks it a Chevy (since 6/1980) Replacement cab had A/C which now works, made a real truck out of it 84 MC 305 350TH 3.08 4 wheel disc finally My daily driver again

12-12-2006, 03:34 AM	#74
el curioso Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: El paso, Tx. Posts: 428	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? post #43 What is the thickness of these brakets?? EX:3/16,1/4,1/2,3/4 __________________ 1969 Chevy C-10 350/700r4 Last edited by el curioso; 12-12-2006 at 03:35 AM.

12-12-2006, 01:36 PM	#75
CMars45000 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 204	Re: Who has Impala SS rear disc brakes ?? just to keep this thing at the top, I will post on the setup I am going to try to make work... I will be using rear disc brakes form a 1979 Cadillac Seville. The rotors are CHEAP (i got mine fore $16.95 each for premium ones) and are 5 on 5 lug patter with 1/2" wheel studs... I will have to have the axles wheel mounting flange machined down a little to fit inside the rotor had (less than .200" over all) The calipers are GM metric with the integral parking brake... I need to either fabricate or find the e-brake lever and the e-barke cable stop on the caliper. The last order of business I have to take care of is measure for some brackets and put them into CAD and have some cut out. If they work out well I may try to put a kit together and sell it or have all the parts available individually... The greatest expense of this kit was the CORE charge on the calipers ($85.00 EACH) but the cost of the calipers were $110 for BOTH and $34 for both rotors so not too bad so far... __________________ Project Family Values Build Thread Vehicles/Projects: -1971 C10 SWB Fleetside! Gathering parts now, will begin frame-off resto soon... Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work. -Aristotle

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