Disc brake kit sale thru December

[Olddaddy]

Don C suggested I post the parts list for my brake kits due to someone being unable to locate parts needed to do the conversion. I posted the following on the Pilothouse forum and thought it might be useful here as well.

One of the difficulties of producing "universal" parts kits for this type conversion is you cannot gauge the level of ability of the people buying the kit. I have to assume that they have enough ability to undertake the project and I try to make the parts, instructions and parts list as simple as possible to prevent problems. This string of posts shows that is not possible. I've sold over 300 of these kits over the past ten years. I have talked people through the install when they were too lazy, or too inexperienced to do the conversion. I've done the drilling and tapping as well as assembly for others. I've sold these kits in nearly every state of the union and a number of foreigh countries. I've never had to refund the purchase of a kit becuase parts were not available or the kit could not be installed. In fact I have only taken one kit back in ten years and that was simply becuase I was tired of the guys whining, not because the parts were not available or the kit was not useable for the intended vehicle. It's easy to jump on a form and post about how something is missing, or does not work. The simple truth is that it's a damn good kit that I stand behind and does what it is sold to do. I cannot control the ability of the installer or the quality of the parts stores where they shop.

46-56 Plymouth disc conversion parts list:

1. Calipers Advance #184071/72 Napa 2422032/33

2. Pads Advance #MKD154 Napa TS7070AM

3. Rotors Advance #YH141145 Napa 4885566

4. Caliper bolts Advance # 50022 Napa #82205

5. Inner wheel brgs Napa #BR6

6. Outer wheel brgs Napa #BR2

7. Seals Napa #19500

8. Grease caps Napa 730-2436

9. Wheel nuts Napa 641-2024

10. Cotter pins Napa 8080-4788

11. Brake hose Napa 36959

12. Banjo Bolts Napa 82703

[PatS....]

Charlie, if I can make a suggestion on this list. Although I had no issues with getting the parts here in Canada, for some who can't get the numbers crossed, if you could give the vehicle applications for the rotors and calipers and pads etc, I'm sure even the most inept partsman can get parts for a specific vehicle.

Just my 2 cents (canadian)

Pat

[Guest jtw3749c]

Hey Charlie, just wanted to let you know that all that kit and the extras I got from you look real sweet after I powder Coated them in Powder Coat Wet Black. How is the Manifold doing? Get to run the engine yet? I'd like to see a picture of it when you get all the goodies back on.

[claybill]

hello....I am probably the guy charlie referred to as "whining". actually all i did was make similar comments reflecting exactly those things referred to in previous posts.....

i must admit i did not get friendly replies.

however i have no hostilities toward 'olddaddy' , his company, nor his kits. the craftsmanship was above excellent!!!

some napa stores are unable to cross reference with advance etc etc....

i had to do a lot of driving to find part numbers.....but i did. i have forwarded all the part numbers to Akers.

anyway....i just abandoned the whole brake idea for my plym.

bill

[Plymouthy Adams]

sorry to hear you abandoned the job..the upgrade would have given your car a level of saftey above most any other mod you could purchase. Also let it be known that part stores are only as good as their employees....my local is going downhill so fast it is pathetic..also there is some contamination in the parts cross references and also consider the outsourcing as mentioned in another thread to "lesser than" firms. It is unfortunate that the word 'whinning' was used..not everyone has the tools, skill and other resources (shop space) to fully execute these upgrades..I have seen many times an enthusiastic owner jumps in without fully understanding just what work is really required and tools needed to bet the job done. I know Charlie spells out the fact that drilling and tapping is required and even offers this service at a moderate charge..though shipping and handling will increase this cost that is beyond any shops control. Parts not supplied in the kit but on a list is out of anyone's control

Claybill..glad you hold no ill feeeling..and maybe check with some other local classic car owners for possible assistance in getting your brakes installed. Will greatly add to your vehicles saftely, operation and resell. The original brakes are still adequate when in top notch shape and to have this and longevity of service I assure you the AAMCO tool is superior to any other method.

[woodscavenger]

I worked a parts counter for ~3 years. Although I was initially one of those dumb young whipper-snappers with no practical knowledge that quickly changed. The last time I went into one of the chain stores I sent the clerk on a goose chase for one part then asked them to hand me the catalogs so I could look it up myself.

[claybill]

the brakes on my

'41 are adjusted with the AAMCO tool and they work fine. thats enugh.

bill