[LCML] 74 fj40 disc conversion

[Andrew Zook]

I second the minitruck knuckles -
http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota-tech/converting-fj-40-front-drums-to-disk-with-minitruck-parts

Andy

On 3/28/2012 11:02 AM, Landcruiser Specialties wrote:
> The 55 front is fine, but I would recommend going with '79 & later 
> FJ40 or 60 series parts from the knuckles out (basically everything 
> but the housing, 3rd member & inner shafts). Or, finding a '79-'85 
> Toyota pickup or 4Runner axle (sell the mini 3rd member, housing & 
> inner axle shafts). If you went with the Mini parts, Upgrade to 60 
> series rotors (because they're vented) and '92 4Runner V6 calipers 
> (they're larger than the Landcruisers). Going these routes will give 
> you stronger birfields & steering arms vs. the pre-'79 Landcruiser 
> disc brake axles.
>
> Then, like Mark said, go with the GM rears.
>
> Top it off with an 8/92-9/94  FZJ80 master cylinder (47201-60540). 
> This is set up for 4 wheel disc. You shouldn't need a proportioning 
> valve (stock or adjustable).  I don't use them in FJ40's and the rears 
> don't lock up B4 the fronts.
>
> If you go with the MAF kit in the front, you'll be using your weaker 
> birfs & steering arms.
>
> Thank You,
> Tim
> Landcruiser Specialties
> 15055 S. Loder Rd. A2
> Oregon City, Or. 97045
> 503-518-1656
>
>
>
> On Mar 27, 2012, at 6:08 PM, Mark E Whatley wrote:
>
>> On 3/27/2012 5:00 PM, Mark Hunter wrote:
>>> I'm trying to figure out what is the best disc brake conversion to 
>>> do for my 74 fj40.  I have access to a 76 fj55 front axle.  Also, I 
>>> was looking at the Man-A-Fre front/rear disc conversion.  I am 
>>> leaning towards the Man-A-Fre conversion, but I'm concerned about 
>>> the brake master cylinder running front and rear disc brakes 
>>> properly.  Has anyone done a successful disc brake conversion that 
>>> works well?
>>>
>>> Thanks for any help.
>>
>>
>> countless disc brake conversion have been done with no problems. I've 
>> done a good number of those myself. ;)
>>
>>
>> Toss the '55 front axle under there. Upgrade to the 4runner caliprs 
>> now or later. Do the tried and true GM conversion in the rear.  move 
>> on, your're all done.  ;)
>>
>>
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