Re: [Chrysler300] Disc brake conversion

[Michael Moore <mmoore8425@xxxxxxx>]

John,
What happened to the turning radius on your 62? I have seen at least one conversion where the T/R was severely restricted- it seemed more like turning a Fletcher Class destroyer than a car! 
Mike Moore
300H  
On Jul 20, 2011, at 10:34 AM, John McAdams wrote:

> Niels:
> 
> On one of your previous posts your e-Mail address (Niels Hansen
> <niels300g@xxxxxxxxx>) indicated that you were probably asking about a 300G.
> I have not personally responded to you before but I would highly recommend
> the kits produced by AAJ Brakes.
> 
> <http://www.aajbrakes.bravepages.com/rproductinfo.html>
> http://www.aajbrakes.bravepages.com/rproductinfo.html
> 
> Note: They are having problems with random popups occurring on their
> website and are in the process of moving to a new website. Just close the
> popups to view his products. He has kits for both front and rear
> applications. I don't think you will need a rear disc brake conversion kit
> for your tapered axle as the front brakes provide something like 60-80
> percent of your braking.
> 
> I have installed two sets of these kits on two different cars. 1962
> Chrysler 300, and a 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury, with absolutely no problems
> and the upgrade in performance was incredible. If I need to really apply
> the brakes now, I immediately check the rear view mirror to see that modern
> cars following me are not about to rear end me as they just don't believe
> that such a huge, old car is capable of stopping like it does. Both of
> these installations were simply a bolt on procedure. I did not have to
> bend, grind or modify any suspension components and if, in the future, I
> wanted to go back to the original drum brakes (if I were to sell the car and
> the buyer wanted it to be absolutely original from factory) they could be
> removed and the drum brakes reinstalled at any time. His kits also allow
> you to use 14 inch wheels if you wanted or needed that feature. I don't
> know how much, if any these components might alter your alignment but I
> would recommend a re-alignment after the installation of the kit just to be
> sure.
> 
> If you are seriously thinking of going this route, I would suggest that you
> call Roger at AAJ brakes and talk directly with him about the shipping and
> custom duties involved. The Rotors, and Calipers are quite heavy and if
> they are readily available in Germany he can tell you exactly what you need
> to buy so that you can check with your local Auto Parts supplier for
> availability thus saving considerable costs in shipping. He has been fine
> with that sort of arrangement in the past to save you some money. AAJ
> Brakes is located in Portland, Oregon USA and his phone number is area code
> (503) 890-1469. I am not familiar with the international code to reach the
> USA from Germany but I am sure you can figure that out.
> 
> Roger is a great guy and in the past has been very helpful in talking with
> me about my installation. Just try not to call him in the middle of the
> night in Oregon.
> 
> Whatever route you decide to go with your Disc Brake project, good luck,
> 
> Big John Mc Adams
> 
> (In Southern California)
> 
> From: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On
> Behalf Of Niels Hansen
> Sent: Thursday, July 14, 2011 12:23 PM
> To: chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [Chrysler300] Disc brake conversion
> 
> Hi again,
> I forgot to mention that I own a 1961 300G HTC.
> Thanks, Niels
> 
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