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Disk brake conversions?

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by Oldironfan, Feb 15, 2018.

  1. Feb 15, 2018 #1
    Oldironfan

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    All I want is a answer. And perhaps somebody has done it. From drum to Disk.
     
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  3. Feb 15, 2018 #2
    wore out

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    Converted lots of Mack Visions from disk to drum several years ago.
     
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  4. Feb 15, 2018 #3
    BigBob410

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    I looked on another website and apparently it can't be done because of electronics won't support the update and also it would require beefier axles and wheels. Just what I read. I will be watching though. I'm curious about that also.
     
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  5. Feb 15, 2018 #4
    Oldironfan

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    Old truck do not need antilock brakes. So I'm curious if for sure it can be converted?
     
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  7. Feb 15, 2018 #5
    BigBob410

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    I just read another article on TTR about this. If you Google "class 8 truck disc brake conversion" a bunch pops up.
     
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  8. Feb 15, 2018 #6
    BigBob410

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    Are you still having stopping issues? I remember in the other thread you were about to get the service pedal (treadle valve?) Replaced
     
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  9. Feb 18, 2018 #7
    Steve from hutch

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    What kind of truck? I am going to do a front axle on my 387. A friend at KW tells me I need the snubbers for the axle and quick release valves for the calipers. Maybe a new draglink?
     
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