How Much Interest: 13" Big Brake Upgrade
 

How many would be interested in a 13" disc brake upgrade 'kit' for your truck (64~87 Chevy 1/2 ton trucks) that's a less exspensive alternative to current 'kits' & uses the more common PBR 2-piston caliper vs. a custom manufactured caliper?

Price is up in the air because the work isn't finished.... heck, the design isn't finished :lol: . But, other GM kits that offer a similar type of upgrade can be had for around $1K (*more or less depending on options) & you modify your own spindles. So the price SHOULD be close.

But . . ..... I know the development can be slow if there's not enough interest. This would be for 64~87 Chevy 1/2 ton trucks only @ this time but the possibilities can grow as the demand grows.

I've been in contact w/a manufacturer that is considering the 'further' development of a kit for Classic Chevy trucks (again, think 64 ~ 87) that is based on kits they already sell for GM cars. I state 'further' because they already know what they're doing & have some measurements/dimensions, but have not had the demand to make it more of a priority.

So I'm asking you... John Q Public, classic chevy truck owner, is there interest?

*Options range from just brackets w/instructions to 'kits' w/your choice of rotor (solid, slots, drilled); caliper (standard or upgraded PBR); pads; billet hub

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You know I am game:)

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Slotted and Cross-Drilled?

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This include the rear to?

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That option is available on the manufacturers other GM kits, so it would be safe to say it's definitely possible. Of course, it will add to the overall cost of your kit.

This is front only. With more interest, the truck rear discs COULD possibly get bumped on the priority list as well.

Have you guys checked the prices of other 'kits'? $2000-2500.... front only. One manufacturer offer F&R kits for cheaper, but nothing for trucks & don't plan on having anything anytime soon.

This poll is to determine if it is worth pushing the development on an upgraded front kit for these trucks. I don't want to tell the guy 'yep.... lot's of interest". I WANT TO SHOW HIM THERE IS.

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add me too...

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Definitely interested! Keep us up to date SCOTI!

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I'm always interested, but i'd have to see what the wallet says :lol:

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I'm interested. The ssbc kit is out of my range, would like a kit to fit on the spindles I already have, if that's possible? Or an affordable set that comes with drop spindles...

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I want bigger brakes...but for a 4x4 :(

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I feel so left out right now...

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We 'gotta start somewhere & there's more 2wd's. Maybe this will lead to the development of other kits for 4x4's.

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Yes...but It would be nice to have matching brakes for my 3/4 ton. If I get a 1/2 ton for by son then you betcha.

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I would be interested in brackets w/instructions and part numbers or year model of the vehicle they were originally designed for.

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Yes for me when I get bigger rims.

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add me to the band wagon...

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Allright..... some good feedback.

I was looking @ the poll & only one person is not interested (I don't know if I should vote in my own poll)..... otherwise there's alot of positive response.

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Me too not right now as stated above the wallet does not allow but I know how to save up for things I want.:metal:

RJ22...:)

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Scoti, not interested at this time, but I like the idea a lot! If something comes of this, let me know, I'll put something on 73-87.com for ya. :) Just let me know.

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The more interest..... the better. I was hoping you would give some feedback & like the idea.

See if there's any interest on 73-87.com. I would have gone over & posted but I spend too much time searching the web for parts possiblities & on 67-72.com as it is.... another site & I would be a single man again.

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Would be interested in a front and rear kit, just the rotors, calipers and brackets, as I would like to use Hydroboost.

Thanks

Larry

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Definately interested.

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Count me in on that deal!!

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put me down for two sets...one for my 83 C10, and a set for my friend blakes 78 blazer :D

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Ya I am in for that.. I need back and front.