Disc brakes are a popular upgrade for many years and makes of cars. The advantages of disc brakes include superior stopping power, improved reliability and greater ease of maintenance. Mark Simpson takes us through an overview of the SSBC brake conversion kit we’ll be installing on our ’57 DeSoto project, which includes everything we’ll need to get the job done, while still allowing us to keep the original factory 14-inch wheels and wheel covers. Whether your driving a ’50 Ford or a ’69 Camaro, upgrading your cars braking system can deliver improved braking performance and safety.
You Might Also Enjoy
-
6:00Bending Brake Lines and Creating Inverted Flares on Brake Tubing
Cutting, bending, and creating inverted flares on brake lines is a necessary skill when building a classic car. Mark Simpson takes us through the process step by step so you’ll be prepared to build your own custom brake lines.
Watch Now >> -
2:38How to Bleed Brakes
George Vondriska teaches you how to bleed brakes with a vacuum or compressed air system when you don’t have a partner to help.
Watch Now >> -
2:25Wheel Torque Extension Kit for Your Classic Car
George Vondriska introduces you to the combination impact wrench and wheel torque extension, which ranges from 55 pounds of torque to 140 pounds of torque. You will learn how to get a perfectly consistent torque throughout by using a cross pattern technique.
Watch Now >> -
6:14Repacking the Wheel Bearings
Brent Ackley repacks the wheel bearings on his 1966 Buick Skylark to inspect them for wear and damage. He removes the dust cover, cotter key and castle nut to teach you how to take out both the inner and outer bearings for cleaning and then examine and repack them.
Watch Now >>
Do the SSBC 10.5” rotors come drilled?
Hello Joe,
Thank you for contacting us.
Yes, At the time we ordered this kit SSBC offered either plain, slotted or drilled and slotted rotors.
That’s the good news… Now for the bad news.
SSBC went into bankruptcy shortly after we shot this video.
Under new management SSBC came back, this time as SSBC-USA.
The new management team at SSBC-USA narrowed up their product line and have turned their back on the vintage Mopar enthusiasts.
So if you’re building a classic Ford or a Chevy, they may have something for you but the Mopar guys will need to look elsewhere.
I would suggest either Scarebird ( https://www.scarebird.com/ ) or AAJ Brakes ( http://www.aajbrakes.com/ ) if you are trying to upgrade a 50’s Mopar.
Sincerely,
Sarah
Classic Car Restoration Club Video Membership