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03-28-2005, 03:44 PM
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1946 Plymouth Brake Question
I have a 1946 Plymouth Special Deluxe 2 door coup that I would like to put front disc brakes on. I remember being told that there were a few newer vehicles frames that would simply slide into the plymouth frame and you get instant disc brakes. I don't remember what vehicles they were though. Does anyone know what cars these would be? This way I can get rid on the king pin as well, (not the greatest handling the road). Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
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03-29-2005, 12:55 AM
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Originally Posted by 46plym
I have a 1946 Plymouth Special Deluxe 2 door coup that I would like to put front disc brakes on. I remember being told that there were a few newer vehicles frames that would simply slide into the plymouth frame and you get instant disc brakes. I don't remember what vehicles they were though. Does anyone know what cars these would be? This way I can get rid on the king pin as well, (not the greatest handling the road). Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
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It's not a direct fit, but with very little modification a Volare/Aspen subframe will work. Instant discs AND it stays all Mopar.
The Mustang II front end will also work but it's not quite as sturdy.
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03-29-2005, 12:57 AM
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Originally Posted by vwhobo
It's not a direct fit, but with very little modification a Volare/Aspen subframe will work. Instant discs AND it stays all Mopar.
The Mustang II front end will also work but it's not quite as sturdy.
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How do you replace brake pads? Is it easy or do you always need to go to a shop and have it done?
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03-29-2005, 01:15 AM
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How do you replace brake pads? Is it easy or do you always need to go to a shop and have it done?
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I have elves do mine. 
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03-29-2005, 01:38 AM
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hobo, seriously have anyone accually done it themselfe? Is it really hard to do it? Do you just take it out and put the pads on?
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03-29-2005, 02:04 AM
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Originally Posted by CarEXPERT
hobo, seriously have anyone accually done it themselfe? Is it really hard to do it? Do you just take it out and put the pads on?
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It is very simple. Just make sure you have some loctite handy if you are resusing the bolts, some chord to hold the calipers up and an 8" or 10" G Clamp to push the pistons back. A proper kit will include new pads, anti rattle shims and precoated bolts.
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03-29-2005, 02:04 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vwhobo
It's not a direct fit, but with very little modification a Volare/Aspen subframe will work. Instant discs AND it stays all Mopar.
The Mustang II front end will also work but it's not quite as sturdy.
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mr vwhobo what make's the mustang II front end not as stury??we did look at a valarie but opted to keep it ford. its on the 52 ford in my avatar
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03-29-2005, 02:10 AM
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Originally Posted by osborste
mr vwhobo what make's the mustang II front end not as stury??we did look at a valarie but opted to keep it ford. its on the 52 ford in my avatar
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Smaller ball joints and control arm bushings. Also as I recall the rotors are about 1" smaller in diameter. Don't get your panties in a wad, I didn't say the Mustang front end sucks. One benefit of using the Ford set-up is there are plenty of Fords in the junkyard to chose from.
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03-29-2005, 02:16 AM
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yes the ball joint's are smaller and the bushings. had me a little worried that it wasn't a good choice i have had no complaint's with it. thanks for the input
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