RE: IML: AAJ Brake conversuions update

I can tell you from personal experience that the conversion from drums to discs in the front was well worth it.

My 69 Satellite had drums which were constantly fading, especially while driving in the mountains. Many people said I would have to find an old Charger or GTX that came with discs to get the right parts. Well I didn’t necessarily believe that so I carefully measured spindles, upper A frames and lower control arms. Then I headed off to my favorite wrecking yards with tape measure in hand. As it turns out I found an exact fit from a 78 LeBaron that matched all my measurements. I took spindles, calipers (floating single piston Kelsy Hayes), rotors, splash guards and proportioning valve. After installing everything the new stopping power was very impressive. To quote a gentleman from the UK, "a touch on the brake pedal and it will stand on its nose".

Ken

67 Crown

69 Satellite

63 Power Wagon

01 Durango

01 300M

04 2500 Ram

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Subject: IML: AAJ Brake conversuions update

I have just had a talk with Roger at AAJ Brakes about his Imperial kit.

Apparently, the present kit uses a standard Imperial bolt pattern and not the 4 1/2" Chrysler pattern. Roger assured me the regular road wheels will fit.

In addition the rotors are 12" vented units although the calipers are GM parts.

I also called a guy I know in the UK who has bought and fitted an AAJ kit (admittedly on a Chrysler 300E with 11" rotors) and asked him this specific question:- "Was the conversion a genuine improvement from the original drum brakes?" His answer was that it made a significant difference. His exact words were "a touch on the brake pedal and it will stand on its nose"

On the face of it I think it is worth the risk and I will probably order the kit. I will keep you guys informed of my progress and the results.

Many thanks to everyone who offered opinions and advice.

Best wishes,

Tony V