Drum to Disc Brake Conversion from Kentucky Mustang

[@moretackle1]

Fell short on vacuum hose and "strong drum brake adjustment" explanations. What does strong mean?

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

Sorry about that.....Sometimes my terminology is for the experienced & I forget who my audience is....Bolt the wheels on the drums... Adjust to have a bit of drag on the brake drums as you turn the tires by hand...Adjust before & after the system is bled. The length of hose given it the kit is for the most common uses. You may have to get more..

[@arcorob]

Hello Chris, hope your holidays were good. I did order this from Kentucky Mustang (arrives today in fact) but an you give good tips on adjusting the proportioning valve ? There has to be some method like "Start with quarter turns" or something....Don't really want to lock up the rears and keep trying till they don't ...LOL...any tips ? Like I said I have this exact kit

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

Hi Bob. Start with full turns one way or the other until you are feeling some type of an effect. Please tell Kentucky that you saw my video... Thanks !

[@arcorob]

@@MustangRestorationsInc Thank you !!! Will do ...car is just about finished...now doing UPGRADES...lol

[@ForensicGuySC]

Chris Have you tried the Rear Kit for the 65 Mustang? I got front kit looks great

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

Hi Steven.. No I haven't from Kentucky. We put a few Wilwood & MPB systems.. & have seen most of whats on the market. The challenge is making the parking brake function in those conversions.

[@ForensicGuySC]

@@MustangRestorationsInc Thanks Chris I seen this video and looked to easy your thoughts? kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4nbk4aIpcyfnck

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

Call the folks over at Kentucky Mustang. Ask for Will. Tell him you saw this video and need a kit for a 6 cylinder Mustang. They should be able to here you.

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

Sure, talk to the Kentucky guy's, tell them what you already have and they can sell you what you need.

[@a.o.647]

Chris I have an I6 engine which means 4 lug drums. I want to convert all 4 wheels to 5 lugs. Are there any 4 wheel conversion kits to 5 lugs out there? What do I need to ensure these kits contain?

[@ForensicGuySC]

What about 1965 Mustang with 289 in it and will the same rims fit or do I need bigger one since we going from 4 Lug to 5 Lug. and wonder if they do the back kit too

[@arcorob]

Hey Chris, not sure if you have ever seen this. I am redoing the drum brakes on my 66 mustang resto. When I was done on the front, I had spare parts and found the instructions. It appears they added the parts for self-adjusters. Did the 66 come with self-adjusters ? I haven't seen that in install videos BUT I do plan on using them ..just makes sense. Was that a feature added after 66 AND ..how the heck did people keep fronts adjusted before that ? :-) Wishing you the best

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

You must be referring to the rear drum brakes as those are the ones with self adjusters.. Yes put the parts on...

[@arcorob]

I promise you its the fronts. I have adjusters and hardware for all 4 ...Here is a link to the instructions (a picture I took) and yes, it all fits 1drv.ms/u/s!AoQ15fY-JFvS-NtdEUDz6sVGcDJE2w

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

Hi. This video is for the conversion of the front brake's to Disc style from drum. So naturally I thought that is what you were doing. In your case since you are sticking with front drum brakes then yes by all means install the self adjuster hardware..

[@arcorob]

Thanks ..sorry to bug you on it but 1) Watched another video and he skipped that entirely and 2) Mine did not have it on - just a spring from the bottom of the two shoes....strange but all good now...thanks

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

At some point in the cars past. A mechanic left those parts off. Most likely because he did not want to spend the time or money replacing the worn parts..

[@carlosheredia8290]

Doc, you are amazing. I would like to install a booster on my 1965 Mustang Convertible (289/Auto). I will be keeping the drums all around. Will I need a single or double bowl? I found the following on Kentucky Mustang (Manufacturer Part #: PBC-A3) and (Part #: 494). Which would be the best set up? Thanks

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

Those seem to be the correct #s but I would call & talk to Duane at Kentucky just to be sure...Tell em the "Doc" sent you too. Thanks!

[@grgoylone]

Great vid Chris!

[@arcorob]

Hey Chris, I have the kit and ready now to install (theold drum system stuff is already off the spindles). The kit came with medium and heavy Loctite...where should that be used ? Zero instructions in the kit...Thanks !!!!

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

We put that stuff on the bolts holding the caliper adapters and calipers. Medium on the calipers & the heavy on the caliper adapter bolts to spindles.

[@arcorob]

@@MustangRestorationsInc makes sense...thank you as always

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

They are only about $900. Great price too ;)

[@ForensicGuySC]

you can't put a price on your safely the old master cylinder was dangerous

[@mikemaraio]

Chris will these rotors fit a 1968?

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

This kit is for the 1965-66 Mustangs..Talk to the folks at Kentucky Mustang for the kit that fits your year. Tell them "The Doc" set you...

[@ForensicGuySC]

What nice setup I don't see it for the 1965 :(.

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

This set up is for the 65-66 Mustangs...The car used in the video is a 65.

[@brianN9955]

I just subbed Good videos !!

[@craphittingthefan9445]

Too Bad you never showed the caliper bracket installed

[@rockactualizatemilitos1217]

Never saw the installation of the "Caliper addaptor plate!!, I think is very important!!! any ways. too much enfasis on Greasing bearrings.ha,ha,ha,. Thanks.

[@georgenettlesjr1466]

How big a wheel can you use with this kit?

[@MustangRestorationsInc]

14 inch and greater...

[@ForensicGuySC]

@@MustangRestorationsInc can you use 15x6