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smashingchuck · 03-31-2010, 01:39 PM

Guess what came in today! Now to save some more cash for some rotors that don't rust...

**Captainfab** · 03-31-2010, 11:24 PM

Oh I've already designed brackets that work. Now I'm just waiting on some costs so I can put this all together and have a final price for you guys. Should have that tomorrow evening.

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Originally Posted by staggerd86c-10

i really hope u make these brackets work it would be awesome imma start saving my money now!

Those look good Chuck. Did you get just the one pair?

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Originally Posted by smashingchuck

Guess what came in today! Now to save some more cash for some rotors that don't rust...

smashingchuck · 04-01-2010, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

Those look good Chuck. Did you get just the one pair?

So far, yes. Funds have been a little tight. Did you want to borrow one?

**Captainfab** · 04-01-2010, 11:24 PM

I'll send you a PM Chuck......

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Originally Posted by smashingchuck

So far, yes. Funds have been a little tight. Did you want to borrow one?

Unfortunately my supplier didn't get me the pricing today as hoped. He promissed me in the morning. I'll post up as soon as I know something.

**Captainfab** · 04-02-2010, 04:19 PM

OK, I've got the pricing on the caliper brackets for using the D52 calipers with the Astro rotors on the GM truck 10 and 12 bolt rears.

For the set of brackets with the mounting hardware will be $232.00 plus a flat rate shipping in the USA of $10.00. This consists of 3 pieces per side. The main reason for the cost is the 1.250" thick spacer needed between the brackets. This could have possibly been done with less cost, but the current design is what I feel is the best and safest way of accomplishing this. And I don't believe in cutting corners on something as critical as the brakes on your vehicle.

I don't want to clutter up Chucks thread with what could be considered a for sale add, so lets hear what you guys think of this price. Is it affordable, or do I need to look at a different rotor to try and get the cost down. The only other rotor besides the Lincoln and Impala would be one from a late 70's Eldorado. But they are only 11" in diameter and typically more expensive than the Astro rotors. If a few of you are still interested in these brackets, I will get some cut and post up some pics of the actual pieces you will be buying.

suttoncurt · 04-06-2010, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by smashingchuck

Guess what came in today! Now to save some more cash for some rotors that don't rust...

What part number did you order smashing chuck ? So i need four of the exact same d52 willwood calipers with the astro rotor and captin fab bracket? thanks

**Captainfab** · 04-09-2010, 12:33 AM

OK I got some parts today. Everything looks good as usual and fits like it should. I was a little concerned about what the cut quality was going to be like on the 1.250 thick spacer but it looks awesome. Although I guess it should considering it was cut with a 400 amp high def plasma.

I got one set all cleaned up and assembled and took some pics so you guys can see what you're buying. So far I have just used a stock D52 caliper. smashingchuck has one of his Wilwood dual piston D52's on it's way to me for a test fit. I'll be posting a thread in the Vendors marketplace this weekend officially offering these for sale. Those of you that already said you want a set, send me a PM and we can work out the details.

BossHogg69 · 04-09-2010, 12:49 AM

That looks good and plenty stout also!

03-31-2010, 01:39 PM	#1
smashingchuck It'd be alot cooler if you did Join Date: May 2003 Location: Three Rivers, MI Posts: 2,345	Re: My whole braking system - thinking out loud Guess what came in today! Now to save some more cash for some rotors that don't rust... Attached Images __________________ 78 Build Thread 4Runner Build Last edited by smashingchuck; 03-31-2010 at 01:52 PM.

04-02-2010, 04:19 PM	#5
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: My whole braking system - thinking out loud OK, I've got the pricing on the caliper brackets for using the D52 calipers with the Astro rotors on the GM truck 10 and 12 bolt rears. For the set of brackets with the mounting hardware will be $232.00 plus a flat rate shipping in the USA of $10.00. This consists of 3 pieces per side. The main reason for the cost is the 1.250" thick spacer needed between the brackets. This could have possibly been done with less cost, but the current design is what I feel is the best and safest way of accomplishing this. And I don't believe in cutting corners on something as critical as the brakes on your vehicle. I don't want to clutter up Chucks thread with what could be considered a for sale add, so lets hear what you guys think of this price. Is it affordable, or do I need to look at a different rotor to try and get the cost down. The only other rotor besides the Lincoln and Impala would be one from a late 70's Eldorado. But they are only 11" in diameter and typically more expensive than the Astro rotors. If a few of you are still interested in these brackets, I will get some cut and post up some pics of the actual pieces you will be buying. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

04-09-2010, 12:33 AM	#7
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: My whole braking system - thinking out loud OK I got some parts today. Everything looks good as usual and fits like it should. I was a little concerned about what the cut quality was going to be like on the 1.250 thick spacer but it looks awesome. Although I guess it should considering it was cut with a 400 amp high def plasma. I got one set all cleaned up and assembled and took some pics so you guys can see what you're buying. So far I have just used a stock D52 caliper. smashingchuck has one of his Wilwood dual piston D52's on it's way to me for a test fit. I'll be posting a thread in the Vendors marketplace this weekend officially offering these for sale. Those of you that already said you want a set, send me a PM and we can work out the details. Attached Images __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE Last edited by Captainfab; 04-09-2010 at 12:38 AM.

04-09-2010, 12:49 AM	#8
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: My whole braking system - thinking out loud That looks good and plenty stout also! __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!



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