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Mar 2, 2011 | 08:18 AM

#31

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Originally Posted by bluemustang1966

2: If I did go to a 15 inch wheel would I have to do a 5 spoke conversion?

Wait wait...that conversion kit is for cars with v-8 spindles. If you have a 4 lug 6 cylinder car you will need to source new spindles first.

Mar 2, 2011 | 08:52 AM

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001mustang

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wheel size does not affect speedo; tire OD does.

OEM style 4 piston KH will work w/ 14" wheels.

Mar 2, 2011 | 10:29 AM

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bluemustang1966

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Originally Posted by 001mustang

wheel size does not affect speedo; tire OD does.

OEM style 4 piston KH will work w/ 14" wheels.

KH?? Sorry for my lack of knowledge. I'm guessing it's a brand.

Mar 2, 2011 | 10:35 AM

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bluemustang1966

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Ok, so I found it, Kelsey Hayes, 4 spindle at Laurel Mountain, but those are only 1 piston. Where else to look?

Mar 2, 2011 | 02:02 PM

#35

001mustang

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KH is the original disc brake option that was available on classic mustangs.
several places sell them including some local auto parts stores.
some people buy a kit so they don't have to locate all the bits.
will fit oem wheels that came w/ optional disc brake classic mustangs including styled steel wheels.

Mar 2, 2011 | 02:29 PM

#36

001mustang

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http://www.laurelmountainmustang.com...conversion-kit

laurel mountain has a 4 piston kit but requires 8 cyl spindles.

i don't mind drum/drum brakes unless its a performance car.

i drive two drum/drum vehicles now.

Mar 2, 2011 | 03:28 PM

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roka-88

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Originally Posted by bluemustang1966

Weekend to semi-daily driver. Haven't fully decided yet. Want to keep it original but giving serious thought to some upgrades. PO cut out dash for aftermarket radio, considering just moving with it and putting a good sound system in. I used to do that years ago. I defiantly want to keep the 200 in place. Considering some mods for that to get a few more horseys out of it.

So now that I've rambled, why do you ask? Ideas from your side?

I'm just trying to get a feel for what you really need. I think the disc take swap would be perfect for you since you won't be racing or making crazy power. I use to have front disc and rear drums on my (daily)coupe, didnt look bad at all. I'll see if I can get a pic up later tonite. Now I have bear disc all around on my fastback, but its more of a track car but street driven weekend/ somewhat daily.