Had any experiences with these disc brake adapter brackets?

[69dmclrt]

Has anyone had experience with these adapter brackets? They are supposed to allow using early 2000s Dodge truck disc brake components (presumably, at least the calipers) on stock drum brake spindles on a B-body. They fell into my lap for cheap but I can't get more info on them. They are supposed to be pretty old; I can't find anything online yet that looks exactly like them today.

I have considered going to at least front discs on my 69 Charger that has drums all around. Sizing these up against my front spindles, it looks like would they slip tightly onto the base of the spindle. The mounting holes look like they line up with the four bolts holding the drum set backing plate on.

If anyone has used these, I am curious about any tips for using them, what total parts might be needed, etc.

 

[Kern Dog]

I know that ScareBird used to make adapter brackets and sell them with a list of compatible parts that the buyer then finds on his own. They often looked much like those that you have there.
You would have better luck finding some 73-76 A body disc brake knuckles like these:

...or 1973-89 knuckles from a B body, F-M-J-R like these:

These two designs are very similar but not identical. I have the ones in the first picture above but have 13" rotors and 2 piston calipers based on Ford Mustang Cobra components.
From there, you can run stock type brakes from any front disc 1973-89 rear wheel drive car except the C body cars.
Swap kits are widely available. Doctor Diff is one reputable supplier.
If you are interested in piecing together something cheaper, send me a PM. I can advise you on parts to buy.

 

[kiwigtx]

Has anyone had experience with these adapter brackets? They are supposed to allow using early 2000s Dodge truck disc brake components (presumably, at least the calipers) on stock drum brake spindles on a B-body. They fell into my lap for cheap but I can't get more info on them. They are supposed to be pretty old; I can't find anything online yet that looks exactly like them today.

I have considered going to at least front discs on my 69 Charger that has drums all around. Sizing these up against my front spindles, it looks like would they slip tightly onto the base of the spindle. The mounting holes look like they line up with the four bolts holding the drum set backing plate on.

If anyone has used these, I am curious about any tips for using them, what total parts might be needed, etc.

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They look a lot like Scarebird brackets as @Kern Dog said above. I run Scarebird gear on my fronts - A100. No problems at all. Nice brackets.

 

[Kern Dog]

I meant nothing bad about Scarebird, just that parts availability will be much easier with a stock steering knuckle and 1973-89 era factory based rotors and calipers.
I've heard of Scarebird providing brackets for vehicles with setups that were not compatible with factory Mopar brakes. In that case, you use what is available to you.

 

[kiwigtx]

I meant nothing bad about Scarebird, just that parts availability will be much easier with a stock steering knuckle and 1973-89 era factory based rotors and calipers.

It wasn't a criticism against you Greg.

In my case there are no easy to swap out parts for these trucks - you're lucky to find even the correct parts.

 

[Kern Dog]

The A-100 models never had front disc brakes, did they?
If that is true, yeah....you use whatever you can find. I remember seeing the unique transmission cases they used. Pretty strange!

 

[kiwigtx]

The A-100 models never had front disc brakes, did they?
If that is true, yeah....you use whatever you can find. I remember seeing the unique transmission cases they used. Pretty strange!

Nearly every dang part on them is strange.

I think my elbows to my fingertips are longer than the driveshaft.

 

[Kern Dog]

That picture above has a fixed yoke on the trans, it reminds me of the ball and trunnion flange setup which is far different from the traditional slip yoke.
You'd need some type of drive shaft with a slip/spline design, right?
Sorry to derail...at least this topic is staying at the top for a bit!

 

[kiwigtx]

That picture above has a fixed yoke on the trans, it reminds me of the ball and trunnion flange setup which is far different from the traditional slip yoke.
You'd need some type of drive shaft with a slip/spline design, right?
Sorry to derail...at least this topic is staying at the top for a bit!

This is mine - I just slide the back end out if I need to remove it.

I had to get a suspension bush modified locally for the hanger....some stuff just cannot be bought new. I have the new deep pan fitted now as per suggestion by member @66 Sat in Australia.

 

[Kern Dog]

Dang, that does look strange...Like the tailshaft housing is a midget or something.
Stock 904 for traditional applications...

The A-100:

You'd probably have a foot long drive shaft with a regular 904.

 

[kiwigtx]

If anyone has used these, I am curious about any tips for using them, what total parts might be needed, etc.

It looks like Scarebird are off the menu for good now.

I would take advice from guys like @Kern Dog above.

 

[kiwigtx]

You'd probably have a foot long drive shaft with a regular 904.

Mine is a 727.

 

[Kern Dog]

Crap....I can't tell from the picture.

 

[YY1]

Scarebird was famous for calling for oddball, and 1-2 year only parts for his conversions.

The ones I had required 2 year only eldorado calipers.

MUCH easier to find OEM F/M/J stuff, or 73-76 A.

 

[chrger1967]

The A-100 models never had front disc brakes, did they?
If that is true, yeah....you use whatever you can find. I remember seeing the unique transmission cases they used. Pretty strange!

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I saw someone on Marketplace selling a 46 RH with the crossmember for a 66-67. Are kits like this being sold elsewhere?