mat11089

I have been informed by my tire/alignment shop that i need new calipers[:@].I have factory discs on my 66 mustang V8.My question is, can i rebuild them myself and if so where can i get the parts or should i just buy new ones and if so best placeto purchase them and possible upgrade?Any help would be great.thanks

Decurion

If Im not mistaken, factory calipers for a 66 are kinda pricey. Maybe not, Im not sure. Either way, just see how much the local parts storeS want for a pair rebuilt, then see how much and what is involved in a rebuild kit. Its not that hard, basically just a couple seals and make sure the piston and bore are clean and rust free.

dodgestang

what did your tire/alignment guys say were wrong with them?

mat11089

He said theyre sticking.Because i took it in because when on jackstands and i spin the tires theyd squeal and wouldnt spin freely.

676869Stangs

They could be right, but there are other reasons for what you describe. The rotors could be warped. You should be able to rebuild them yourself.

T

eZ

i always use times like these to upgrade. if you can afford it upgrade to some drilled and slotted rotors and upgrade the calipers. you can get them powder coated for about 50$



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mat11089

Rotors are nearly brand new. only part of brakes that arnt is the calipers themselves.so no uprgrades to the rotors i want to get through it as inexpensive as possible unless upgraded calipers offer alot.

mat11089

where can i get a rebuild kit and what is involved?Ive done everything else on the car so why not this right?

Brandontyler65

umm you can usually get rebuilt ones cheap just don't get the ones that are all decked out with everything and te most expensive set of pads in them that drops the price significantly or a rebuild kit wich stores really don't stock much of now a days cause rebuilt stuff is fairly affordable or nearly the same like i coulda rebuilt my wheel cylinders for 8 a piece or i coulda boght new ones for 13 a piece i bought the rebuilt and saved time which is a valuable thing

Smothers

As I recall, if they are the GT style 4 piston calipers, they are gonna cost $150. ea. I need them too. Not sure about rebuild kits but i'm pretty sure i've seen them, at least replacement pistons.