Following
is what I did to
solve a problem. These modifications are NOT meant as instructions
or suggestions . This page, the links and all contents are
meant for
use only.
When retrofiting front disc brakes on my 1967 GMC G-10 Vqn, the stabilizer bar axle mounts need to be repositioned so the calipers will the stabilizer brackets on turns.
Depending on the caliper mounting brackets, calipers and sway bar mounts, there are a number of methods which have been used to accomplish the proper clearances. I chose to fabricate bracket mount plates that attach at the stock sway bar position. The stock sway bar axle mount then bolts to the "new" locator position.
The last row is my solution. I chose this solution because I wanted to keep the stabilizer pin as near as possible to the GM designed angles & position.
Stock Location
Note caliper clearance
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Stock Location
Note caliper clearance &
pin mount offsets
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Note pin angle
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Reverse Mount
Note caliper clearance
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Reverse Mount
Note caliper clearance &
pin mount offsets
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Note pin angle
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Modified Bracket Plate
Note caliper clearance
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Modified Bracket Plate
Note caliper clearance &
pin mount offsets
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Note pin angle
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