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Pete 389 Drum to Disc conversion. Any advice?

Discussion in 'Peterbilt Forum' started by moraima80, Sep 29, 2023.

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  1. Sep 29, 2023 #1
    moraima80

    moraima80 Bobtail Member

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    I have an 08 389 with drum brakes and are wanting to convert to disc. Anyone ever done that? Is there a conversion kit any company sells? Any input is greatly appreciated.
     
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  3. Sep 29, 2023 #2
    roundhouse

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    All 6 wheels ?
    Or just the steers ?
     
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  4. Sep 29, 2023 #3
    wichris

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    All the mounts for the drum brakes and S cams have to be cut off and the caliper mounts welded on. Different hubs also.
     
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  5. Sep 29, 2023 #4
    moraima80

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    All around.
     
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  7. Sep 29, 2023 #5
    moraima80

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    I believe removing spider brackets removes all including s-cam bracket and chamber bracket. What I'd like to know is what caliper bracket can be used or if a different spider bracket is needed. And yes, a different hub.
     
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  8. Sep 29, 2023 #6
    wichris

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    Spider bracket has to be removed.
    Spider/Caliper bracket has to be whatever system you're going to use. Meritor, Bendix, ect.
     
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  9. Sep 29, 2023 #7
    86scotty

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    I'd go price calipers first and then you'll likely change your mind.
     
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  10. Sep 29, 2023 #8
    wichris

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    Did you have to get new one(s)?

    That will get you to pop the end caps off once in awhile and squirt some graphite grease in them. LOL
     
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  11. Sep 29, 2023 #9
    pavrom

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    Wouldn't it be cheaper just to swap the whole axles?! ... from wrecked unit
     
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  12. Sep 29, 2023 #10
    Last Call

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    This is the most Is feasible way ..IMO
     
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