Anyone out there have a front set of calipers for a 68 2+2? The 4 piston caliper? I have a few emails out to different people/places but I would prefer used/needs rebuild to keep the cost down.
And I have the original bucket for the pass side. Looking for a drivers side (with the side seat back lock button) in any shape, again would prefer in rough shape to keep cost down. I have plans on rebuilding them/reupholstering. Thanks
Yes, NAPA has no stock, nor are they able to order they said (had to believe, but thats what he said). I haven't heard of Car Quest, wonder if theres one in Winnipeg?
Interesting, wonder if they mount up the same or the bracket has to be changed over? The calipers I have on the 2+2 are from a 70's truck, pretty sure they just bolted right in. Hope I don't have to hunt for a bracket as well.
I need to go pull that caliper off and check the part number. I think I'm gonna confuse people more than I am already. Sorry guys, I'm making assumptions again............ I know what that makes me ;) I'll take the caliper to a parts store to compare with a single or 4 piston if I can find one. I'll post my findings
You could also try RPM in Saskatoon, a couple years ago I remember them saying they had a set of rebuilt 67 68 4 piston calipers there. Not cheap though for rebuilt ones.
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1967 2dr Biscayne. L36, M40, G80, K05, F41. #'s. 1967 Impala convert. 283, glide. Parked in the garage since 74 and hasn't moved. Soon to be BB 4speed.
This is what you're looking for if referring to the "infamous' 4 piston caliper set up.Mine's all C3(Vette) front and rears.Direct bolt on and very easy to do-from spindles to calipers.If you really want this set up,find a pair of used C3 brakes-complete brake set up and replace the pieces that need to be replaced.No hunting around looking for individual pieces.Just my opinion that's all.
-- Edited by rebelrouser on Tuesday 29th of May 2012 08:06:02 PM
-- Edited by rebelrouser on Thursday 31st of May 2012 07:55:57 PM
At the recent Winnipeg swap meet, there was a guy selling a complete setup, 4 piston calipers, rotors, spindles, brackets. I don't know what it originally came off of. He was asking $400. The calipers would have had to been rebuilt, rotors were probably junk. I left it there. I kinda kick myself for not being a bit more aggressive on it.
Take a picture of the bracket holding the caliper, and measure the rotor diameter. If 11", it's some kind of aftermarket setup. 11.75 and it's oem of some sort.
A simple shot of the bracket and the back of the spindle will tell the tale.
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65 Laurentian post, 67 Grande Parisienne 4 door HT.
Thanks guys, I checked it out. Just have to make sure the disc size. It was an original 4 piston caliper, but has been mounted with calipers that "fit" (single piston, can't find the casting numbers for some reason). Had a few guys from around town by to look, they had no clue either. One guy suggested they are Chevelle brakes.............possible I guess. None the less, I am tire of fighting them. I found a shop to custom make a hose, all is well.......until I need new pads or other parts. I am just going to stick with the calipers I have, cause they are like new and work fine. Hoses clear everything by a mile and locked in good. I'll either upgrade like rebelrouser as time goes on or look into a Wilwood/Baer setup when I have the cash to sink into this old girl. Gonna keep Norms number for later, might need him down the road with this car. I appreciate all the help guys!
