Drum to Disk Brake Conversion Using 98-02 Camaro/Firebird Calipers (BRPHOTROD.com)

[@AndrewPhillipsqualityassurance]

im not a chevy guy, but I enjoy watching your videos bruh. keep it up!

[@Coverman66]

Thanks Andrew much appreciated.. i love all cars but GMs are my fave... thanks for the compliment and viewing brotha..

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I have the complete setup off a 98 camaro on the back of my 68 firebird, and didnt need to stagger. Works great. Had issues with the parking brake making noise so i ditched them.

[@Coverman66]

what type of noise?... did the car have a 4 link set up in the rear?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

+coverman66 naw. its simple, sounded like horrible bearing grinding, but once i removed the parking shoe it all went away... it was because the rear axle seal failed and diff fluid mixed with road dust to make a cement like paste... besides that, the brakes work great. once I figure out how to clean off the crazy sticky paste I'll replace the brake shoes... not in a hurry because I dont have any parking brake cables anyway...

[@InvincibleExtremes]

+coverman66 and no, its a leaf spring car. theres a bunch of videos of step by step install of different disc brakes on the many different muscle cars I own. 67 pontiac, my friends NOVA etc..

[@Coverman66]

cool.. what setup did you go with?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

coverman66 for the back? 98 camaro, front was c5 corvette, at least on my firebird. The 67 tempest got 2014 mustang rear disc brakes because it has a 9 inch.

[@feedinc2735]

Keep em coming man! Love the Chevelle videos.

[@Coverman66]

Thanks again brotha.. its all about sharing knowledge to make this easy and affordable..

[@jamesstringer8640]

Doing a second gen Trans am, this was very helpful, thank you!

[@Coverman66]

James, thanks for the compliment.. glad this helped you out.. stay tuned for the next round of videos coming very shortly..

[@dkiv20]

Fyi ur the man bro u are dropping gems for me bro keep it rolling and thanks

[@Coverman66]

thanks Dakel, that means alot.. like i always say, its about the sharing of knowledge that might help your fellow rodder get his ride right.. im always a email away to help anyone. thanks again brotha..

[@williamlewis8909]

@coverman66 I have a few quick questions... 1st I have c5 calipers for my 85 Monte Carlo gbody does it work the same or is it the same as camaro/fire bird set up? Also I'm using s10 blazer spindles & hubs, backing plates with hybrid bracket and the rest of the hardware to mount it... 2nd The money question is will my off set better same as the gbody 5/4 .75 because I bought 24" forged rins? Third on the rear I'm going with moser axles 28 spline with 14" rotor in front "corvette rotors front " " 13.5 corvette rotors" in back will my off sets still be 5/4 .75 ?

[@flounder009]

Hey Terry what mater cylinder and proportioning valve did you use for this conversion. My 72 has power disk/drum now

[@lawaynewilliams2262]

I believe with this brake system 17" rim are the minimum that can be used (right??). Other than that did this change the size of the wheels and tires you can put on your Chevelle? What size rims and tires do you have on your set up? Just asking to see if this changes the rim/tire size I can put on without spacers. Thanks! Great videos...

[@Coverman66]

thanks brotha LaWayne, to do this conversion you have to have 16 inch wheels or better, im rocking 18x8 in the front and 18x10s in the back tires are 245/45 and 285/40. hope this helps brotha ....

[@lawaynewilliams2262]

That's exactly what I was looking at. Thanks!

[@Coverman66]

no problem brotha..

[@josecarranza5787]

coverman66 what’s your backspacing on your wheels terry ? I did the kit but noticed stock 2002 16 inch trans am wheels rubs my inner fender and frame. Only have the wheels to move the car around the house until I finish it.

[@masoncampos7043]

@@Coverman66 I'm building a 68 GTO, loved the body bushing videos bty!👍 I have a 69 elco rear end in it now. Was wondering if the 10 inch rear tires rub? No mini tub? What's the specs or measurements on your wheels? Looking forward to doing my own 6.0 swap. Hope to get a reply, I just subscribed! Awesome info Terry

[@Roguestatus650]

thanks for the help bro this is exactly what im going to do with my skylark.

[@Coverman66]

no problem,,, im glad the clip help brotha

[@OhMar1210]

I see that the Disc Stud Holes are are much larger than the studs. Would that cause a problem? A possibility of the studs braking after a while? Thnx

[@Coverman66]

i looked on my car and the holes on the rotors are pretty big as well.. when you tighten that wheel down those rotors wont move at all.. as long as the rotor bore fits over the center axle flange, you should be good to go.. let me know how that works out brotha..

[@bagger2013jm]

Just an FYI, I just swapped over the fronts to the LS1 98-02 setup just like Terry is talking about. Just now installing everything. I had a hard time finding info on what wheel studs to use. Finally came across a post. Dorman 610-157 wheel studs work great if you use your original hub.

[@King_Moose.]

hey terry great videos. my 68 chevelle have both rear shocks behind the axle. cant you tell me which side or sides backing plates and caliper i need. thanks for the help.

[@Coverman66]

thanks brotha Paul you will need a right and Left because there is no stagger, the camaro has a stagger shock setup thats why you need 2 left side backing plates..

[@King_Moose.]

thanks for the help.

[@josecarranza4630]

What bore size master cylinder did you get from cpp to work for these brakes ? Also booster ? Is there a kit number you used from cpp ?

[@Coverman66]

i got the standard for a 71 chevelle with 4 wheel disk brakes

[@TheChibitodd]

Great video!

[@Coverman66]

much appreciated brotha Todd.

[@pFbSpecV]

Terry what's your opinion on drilled and slotted rotors?? Some people think it's a waste and other say do it....

[@Coverman66]

yea i know that its a love em or hate em thing.. the best way to answer is i have them on all my rides lolol

[@paulhernandez9361]

Will this also work for my 1968 442?

[@Coverman66]

it should, all drum brake?

[@cocobolo1911]

Thanks for the awesome video!

[@Coverman66]

much appreciated brother JJ

[@jakedavis2603]

What master cylinder did you go with to keep up with the larger volume brake piston calipers? I'm having trouble sourcing a capable MC that works with four wheel disk.

[@Coverman66]

classic performance. CPP.. great product

[@dkiv20]

Did u get the booster off the camaro or did u just buy a regular booster that u would use in a chevelle?

[@ernestwilkes3102]

Appreciate the videos. How did you fabricate your booster? Hopefully I'm not mistaken when I read somewhere in the comments that you used a Booster from a 98-02 Camaro.

[@Coverman66]

thanks Earnest.. i did fab up a booster from a 02 camaro.. i welded the shaft to make longer and drilled holes to match the 4 studs coming out the firewall.

[@jtravis30]

Terry, did you have to run all new brake lines and fittings ?

[@Coverman66]

Whats going on J.. I got new SS brake lines from Ground Up.. if your lines are in good shape you dont have to replace then until you need to..

[@dkiv20]

hey boss I have a question have you ever heard or seen the same conversion using a new 2013 Camaro ss brembror brakes? if so would it be the same process?

[@Coverman66]

+BK im not too familiar with 2013 brake upgrade, i know most people are upgrading to the corvette calipers.. please keep me posted.. thanks..

[@johnnydangerous9646]

Hey bro did you have to use an adapter for the 98 camaro brakes to the original brake lines on the car??

[@Coverman66]

Whats up Johnny, you will need the calipers and the rear backing plates, BRP with have everything else you will need in the kit.. remember if you putting this on a camaro or firebird with a stagger, you have to get two left sides calipers and backing plates.. depending on the car you might have to get an adapter fitting, but for my chevelle the line screwed right in the caliper.. try it first.. you might get lucky. anything else i can help you with im a email away brotha.. thanks for viewing..

[@eliteone4877]

Hope all is well on your end. Got a question. I did a conversion kit on my rear brakes. I also put a hydraulic hydroboost on my CHEVELLE (1971 convertible). For some reason I cannot get pressure on my rear brakes. I replaced my porportioning valve but I can't get any pressure. Any ideas?

[@Coverman66]

+Elite one sorry it took so long but i just got back in town.. lets see, if your not getting good pressure out of the bleeding screws, it might be the t block over the rear axle or the master cylinder.. did you bench bleed the master cylinder before you installed?t

[@lucasstephenson3205]

left side being the drivers side? some go by sitting in the car others go by looking at the front, just trying to clarify. im using a stock 79 camaro 10 bolt. Thanks

[@Coverman66]

i got you Lucus, driver side partner.. i did that on my 80 z28.. let me know if you have any more questions..

[@lucasstephenson3205]

coverman66 i will thankyou.

[@OhMar1210]

Hi Terry, did you the 98-02 Parking Brake Bracket as well? Having problems mounting. Thank you

[@Coverman66]

whats good Mar.., i did use the E-brake cables and tied them into the stock E-brake setup.. i will see if i can grab some pics off the car.. it would be easier to see than to explain.. did you get the 2 cable that connect to the backing plates?

[@OhMar1210]

Yes. I have both cables. Some pics would be very helpful. Thanks again

[@Coverman66]

no problem.. thats good you got the cables.. its should be that difficult..

[@OhMar1210]

The issue isn't with the cables. Its the parking cable brackets that I need help with. From I've seen and read, the factory Parking Cable Brackets from 98-02 are not usable on my 72 rear end. I was wondering what you did to make them work. Because, the factory parking Brake brackets are on the drum backing plate. And, were removed with the drums. I've only seen one guy on the net fabricate his own out of angle iron. Thanks for your time

[@Coverman66]

Mar, im going to do a quick video showing how i did it this weekend.. i didnt realize people where having issues hooking the E-brake setup.. do you have the stock long cable that connect the 2 cables coming from the rear wheels?

[@dadams19111]

Thank you for the info!!

[@kelischestnut3553]

any junk yard cheap rear end posh option for budget on chevelle or cutlass. 70 convertible and tired of beg leg. Anything in junk yard that will bolt under car with lil to no modification and possible disc brakes

[@Coverman66]

hmmmmm. you can you might get lucky at the junkyard.. i wish i could help.. i do have a olds 12 O rear.. but you want something thats install and go..

[@Ls3guy]

nice work sir

[@Coverman66]

as always i appreciate it.. thanks again Randall

[@Dathatch_boi]

Hey bro I was reading the comments but didn't see anything on a 69 impala, would the 98-02 camaro rear brakes work?

[@Coverman66]

any 10 or 12 bolt GM rear, this will work.. call BRP Muscle rods to make sure.

[@eliteone4877]

Are you suggesting that the block may be clogged?

[@Coverman66]

+Elite one ive seen when this lil block was defective.. and it took a while to figure it out..

[@solog4401]

hey Vato I have a 96 Cadillac Fleetwood & I want to convert my rear drums n2 pads, what would you recommend?

[@Coverman66]

Whats good Solo, i would go to a junkyard and look for a caddy with rear disk brakes and take them.. im not sure if there is any one making after marker parts for your caddy..

[@musclebone7875]

Good stuff brotha! What size brake booster are you running Terry?

[@Coverman66]

sorry it took so long to respond.. im using a 11 inch CCP brake booster. no complaints..

[@musclebone7875]

It's all good Terry. I'm using a 7 inch dual diaphragm booster

[@Coverman66]

thats whats up.. good choice..

[@musclebone7875]

coverman66 yeah man didn't have the space for a bigger one. My big block is wide lol

[@Coverman66]

i was thinking about that.. you got one that sticks out a lil more. smaller in diameter but longer.. how radical is your cam?

[@eliteone4877]

Yes I did. Everything has been replaced including the master cylinder. Nothing has changed.

[@Coverman66]

+Elite one there are many variables.. was this car a front disk/rear drum? if your getting a good flow of fluid out the back with the bleeder screw open, then it could be the caliper.. if your getting a drip when your press the brake pedal with the bleeder screw open then it can be the distribution block or master cylinder.. both of which i have seen new one go bad right out the box.. i would start with the basics and make sure the system has been bled properly.. keep me posted.. im curious brotha..

[@jtravis30]

First of all like all of the other comments wanna give thanks for sharing. Just bought a 71 Malibu and looking to replicate your suspension. Did you powder coat your calipers ?

[@Coverman66]

Whats going on J.. thanks for the compliment, and i really appreciate it. The calipers im using are from a 98 to 02 camaro/firebird. i simply went to the auto parts store had them mix up that color, the color of the calipers is the color i jabbed and going to paint the chevelle, thats why you see that brownish orange on some of the car. then i shot it with a coat of u-pol clear. you can have the guy who mixes paint put it in a rattle spray can.. thats how i jabbed my entire car and it look professional.

[@carlandogeorge3821]

Will 97 Camara brake work? It's got disc on all 4.

[@Coverman66]

Whats up Carlando? im not sure if the 97 f body style would work with the plates from BRP. 98 was the somewhat re-design f body, i think they went with different calipers on the cars. if you have a junkyard near you, you can pick up 98-02 calipers for very cheap.. let me know how you make out..

[@carlandogeorge3821]

coverman66 I was able to find a 98 camaro, pulled evert hinges I need for 120. Picking up the flare fittings now thanks.

[@MrBanditz28]

+Carlando George From what I have read , the LT1 brakes will work , however they are not as efficient plus they do not have the parking brake inside of the rotor , which is more desired. I am looking to do this to my '73 Camaro , so it will stop as well as my '99. I can testify , the LS1 cars have some mighty fine brakes. Good luck , and happy wrenching!

[@Coverman66]

+MrBanditz28 thanks for the clear up.. i wasnt too sure and didnt know the reason why they would not fit.. but now i know.. thanks for the info brotha..

[@brianlutzak]

nice video ;)

[@Coverman66]

thanks Brian, much appreciated..

[@xavierthomasson7321]

My not just charge the hole rear end

[@dkiv20]

Did u get the booster off the camaro or did u just buy a regular booster that u would use in a chevelle?

[@Coverman66]

at first i did use the 98-02 booster, the booster worked but it was old and needed to be replaced. i bought one from cpp. i figured to get another, fab it up to work and hope its in decent condition, im better off getting new.