This is the Stainless Steel...
This is the Stainless Steel Brakes rear disc brake conversion kit, equipped with everything you need to put better binders in back. Included are two complete disc-brake assemblies and all of the hardware necessary to complete the installation. All you need is the steel brake lines from Classic Tube. Your Mustang's parking-brake cables work with this kit.
We have to give the tried and proven drum brake a lot of credit, as it has gotten the job done since its creation more than a century ago. The downside to drum brakes, however, is simple to understand: They fade in hard braking, and they're completely useless when wet, so they will not stop your Mustang.
You know the answer when it comes to your safety and the safety of others-pony up to better rear braking from Stainless Steel Brakes. Here, we show you how to install rear disc brakes on your 8- or 9-inch Mustang rear axle. Hopefully, your Mustang is already equipped with front disc brakes, either from the factory or with one of Stainless Steel Brake's front disc brake conversion kits.
Despite your likely concerns about a rear disc brake conversion, it's not all that challenging to accomplish. Rather, it's an easy bolt-in swap that improves your Mustang's braking effectiveness, and it's usually completed in just a few hours.
Begin your rear disc brake...
Begin your rear disc brake conversion by removing the old, worn-out drum brakes, which we have already accomplished here.
Also, remove the axle shafts...
Also, remove the axle shafts and fit them with longer lug studs in order to clear the brake rotor.
The restudded axle shaft is...
The restudded axle shaft is installed as shown. This is a good time to install new axle seals and bearings. Lubricate the axle seal with wheel-bearing grease or axle lube.
Next, install the two halves...
Next, install the two halves of the brake mounting bracket.
Make sure you fit them in...
Make sure you fit them in the correct spot over the axle bearing.
Mount the dust shield next,...
Mount the dust shield next, anchoring it to the brake mounting bracket. Both dust shields should be pointed toward the front of the vehicle.
Both brake caliper mounting...
Both brake caliper mounting brackets are positioned where the caliper sits at 10 o'clock (right side) or two o'clock (left side).
Spacers are installed first,...
Spacers are installed first, followed by the brackets.
Install the parking-brake-cable...
Install the parking-brake-cable bracket as shown, angled toward the front of the vehicle.
Before installation, clean...
Before installation, clean both brake rotors with solvent to remove any preservative. It is a good idea to use brake-cleaning solvent because it evaporates quickly.
Install the brake rotor spacer...
Install the brake rotor spacer on the axle hub.
Then install the rotor.
Next, fit the caliper into...
Next, fit the caliper into place, and install and tighten the bolts from behind the brake.
Flexible brake hoses are used...
Flexible brake hoses are used on the new Stainless Steel Brakes rear disc brake kit. A copper washer goes on both sides of the union at the caliper.
The parking-brake cable is...
The parking-brake cable is installed like this-not always an easy task. We used the drum-brake parking-brake cable. You may opt to install new parking-brake cables. Fill the master cylinder and bleed the brake calipers, beginning with the right rear brake.
The completed rear disc brake...
The completed rear disc brake installation from Stainless Steel Brakes improves classic Mustang braking effectiveness. Through the wheel spokes, it looks terrific.