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Discussion starter · #21 ·
I totally agree, and could see where it would hit if the wheels were turned during a Dukes of Hazard moment. Still trying to find correct calipers. MP really didn’t have any other suggestions which is a little disappointing. Mo money mo money.
 
#22 ·
The 3 important things you need to know is mounting pin distance, inlet thread (SAE or metric), and inlet port position. Go to Speedway Motors web site and select the disc brake section. You'll find choices with dimension information. Here's their site with what I believe you need. Verify all as I'm somewhat guessing.
www.speedwaymotors.com

IMCA 69-77 GM Loaded Brake Caliper Kit w/Street Brake Pads/Bolts

Only use full metallic pads on coated rotors. When utilizing slider bolts, the original slide pin bolt sleeve will not be used. It must be removed from the caliper as the head of this slide pin bolt has this sleeve function built into the bolt. The slide pin bolts included will replace both the...
www.speedwaymotors.com www.speedwaymotors.com
 
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Plazawag54 said:
I totally agree, and could see where it would hit if the wheels were turned during a Dukes of Hazard moment. Still trying to find correct calipers. MP really didn’t have any other suggestions which is a little disappointing. Mo money mo money.
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As Don said in post # 20, even with the wheel turned to the bump stop the banjo fitting shouldn't contact anything throughout the entire range of motion.
For arguments sake lets say your turning a tight corner and go into a pothole, or have a faulty shock, or break a spring, if any of these scenario's may put the banjo fitting in harms way. (it's a liability). aftermarket parts = use at your own risk = insurance coverage loophole.
Make sure it's impossible to shear off the caliper hose fitting. Personally, I would like to make MP brakes eat those brake calipers.
 
Discussion starter · #26 ·
Thanks Al for the link and words of wisdom, I found the caliper I want, with the hose mounted on the bottom, way out of the way, it would also make the hose gently swoop towards the steel line instead of twisted up. I bought the kit through Ricks Camaro, maybe they would do something. Any bets?
 
#28 ·
Glad I was able to help. I would sure try to get Ricks to return the kit. I've had bad with them and had to twist their arm to return an item or 2. Good luck but give it a try. Shop around for those calipers. You may very well be able to buy them locally for reasonable $$. Check with Rockauto also. You can get a %5 TC discount.
 
#29 ·
Plazawag54 said:
Thanks Al for the link and words of wisdom, I found the caliper I want, with the hose mounted on the bottom, way out of the way, it would also make the hose gently swoop towards the steel line instead of twisted up. I bought the kit through Ricks Camaro, maybe they would do something. Any bets?
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You are corrrect,, Monte Carlo/Chevelle caliper works. I had the same issue with my 67..

Do you need pics?
 
Discussion starter · #30 ·
I feel I’m on the right track, should be 4039/4040, gonna try a couple of local stores so it won’t be a PIA to return if they don’t work. My research indicates the ones I have are for a big cars (Impala etc) the # are 4043 and 4044. Same type but hose inlet in a different position. Again thank you all for the help.
 
Discussion starter · #31 ·
In continuation, I sent an email to MP asking for an exchange and gave them part numbers, they said they would be happy to. So they’re back on the nice list for now. I probably could have bought calipers for what it cost to ship them, but so far they seem genuine. We’ll see when they get here.
 
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