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What do you want from the Chevelle?  If you want improved handling, then the Camaro parts are what you might want, but you will need the spindle.  The Camaro swap entails removing the entire spindle and brake assembly and swapping them.  The Camaro spindles are taller, which improves the handling of the car. But, the stock upper A-Arm will not allow you to properly align the car, causing excess tire wear.  To do it right, you will want lots of other parts from someone like Global West or Hotchkiss.
 
If all you want is disk brakes, then you probably want to take parts from a matching car.  Remember that 30 year old parts (or unknown age) are likely worn, and you are far better off buying new ball joints and any other wear item.

Brad Waller     ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
'66 Corvette | 327/dead | 4-speed   | Wilwood Brakes | 245/45/16 BFGs
'67 Chevelle | ex-SS396 | 355/700R4 | '79 F-Body Brakes

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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of ewing
Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2002 11:54 PM
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Subject: [Chevelle-List] chevelle disc brake swap

I just purchased my first chevelle, a 69 malibu, and need some info on switching from front drum to disc brakes . I have the chance to buy a complete front disc brake setup from a 71 camaro , ball joints, tie rod ends rubber lines and all ,now will this simply bolt on to my 69 spindles, can i use the new 71 camaro ball joints and tie rod ends on my 69 malibu? any help is greatly appreciated as this is my first chevelle ,thanks R Ewing 

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