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Old Feb 10, 2009 | 07:59 PM
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Drum to disc conversion

i want to do the conversion on my 73' but not sure were to buy it or another way of doing it. can i run a booster with my drum brakes?
 
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Old Feb 10, 2009 | 11:46 PM
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You need to provide more info. Are you talking about the front or rear? What model is your truck? What axles are under it?
 
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Old Feb 11, 2009 | 12:03 PM
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The front brake conversion. its a 73 f100 4x4 with small lift not sure of size can i run a booster with the drums till i do the conversion to make stopping a little easier? im not sure of the axle stock i guess what do i look for to tell?
 
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Old Feb 11, 2009 | 03:24 PM
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Im no expert, but Im guessing the best way to do this is to get a parts truck, or at least a parts axle (I believe its a dana 44) and start swapping parts.

Correct me if im wrong, but I believe all f100/150's had dana 44 front axles
 
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Old Feb 11, 2009 | 08:44 PM
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I chose the easier way and picked up the entire front axle from a '76. As far as the booster/master cylinder goes, I'm not completely sure, but you may only need a proportioning valve.
 
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