: For you guys looking for a rear FF D60....some info....


CoryL
01-29-2002, 08:18 PM
NEVER get one from a 73-76 2wd F250 with single piston front calipers.

It came with 2"x12.125" drums and is a severe PITFA to get anything for.

TSMs rear disc kit doesn't work with it either as I have now found out.

Currently trying to find a rear FF 60 with 2.5" drums.

Chad H
01-30-2002, 02:44 AM
good to know thanks :D

FearMe
01-30-2002, 09:05 AM
See Scout Dudes' post. Do disc's. If you leave it 8 lug use 3/4 ton GM rotors and GM calipers on a homemade bracket or get one from http://www.aa-mfg.com If you change the ends so you can run a semi floating axle use compatable rotors and caliper and get your caliper brackets from AA or make you own. If your capable enough to swap in a 60 the easy part is the brake's. Why would anyone keep drums anyway?

CoryL
01-30-2002, 01:09 PM
I am using GM 3/4 ton 8-lug rotors with TSMs bracket.

Problem is that with the bracket on, when you put the hub/rotor combo on the spindle the spot where the wheel bearing seal is supposed to go doesn't allow you to put the inner brake pad in. This spindle cannot be used with this disc.

Making a new bracket wouldn't help either as it's not the problem.

This specific D60 FF came with tall skinny drums and consequently the entire spindle length is shorter than one with a 2.5" or 3" drum.

Soooooo....I've got to get a rear axle with 2.5" or 3" drums to convert it. I've already got a line on one for $50, so what the hell.

This is just a heads up to everyone because not only is it nearly impossible to get drum brake parts for, but the disc conversion parts that use a 3/4 ton Chevy 8-lug rotor won't work either.