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So Im trying to replace the front drums on my 62' c-10 4x2 with a disc set up but I need to do it on the cheap so im thinking about doing a junk yard swap what parts should I be looking for out of what years???

On the '63-'70 trucks, there are factory disk brake spindle and ball joint combinations that will work using the same control arms, but I am not aware of any such parts that will work with the '60-'62 front ends. Maybe someone else can tell you for sure. Alot of people just change out the whole front end with one from a '71-'87 1/2ton. Not necessarily the easiest way but it seems to be the most popular. You have to remove the old crossmember and the torsion bars, then bolt the new one in. I am told that most of the holes line up but a few need to be drilled. The frames are supposed to be about the same width in this area. Of course then you end up with 5 bolt rotors, which is what alot of people want anyway. But for those that want to keep their 6 hole wheels there are vendors now selling 6 bolt rotors to fit these spindles. You also end up with much cheaper ball joints, tie rod ends and rubber control arm bushings. While you're there, you can also get the power steering box off one of these same trucks. There are vendors that sell the bracket to bolt them to the early frames. Best of luck.

Just bought a 6 bolt Disc Brake(stock height) conversion from Tuckers Classic Parts for my '62. Came with everything including Power Brake Booster & porportioning valve for about $1,200. Haven't put it on yet, but just bolts up to stock suspension - no changes needed. Check out their website.

I've been wondering the same.. i have a 63 c10 and just want to do a basic junk yard swap, much cheaper. good luck dude

I am new to my 64 C10, and have been looking at making it safe for the wife to drive and race in the local street class. I have asked a few questions so far on a couple of different forums, and it seems the 73-87 1/2 ton chevy is a good candidate for a crossmember swap. A little wider (not sure yet how much), 5 lug instead of 6, and drill a couple of holes to bolt through. Doesn't sound too bad...?

I just lucked into a '79, 1/2 ton parts truck. I'm taking the front crossmember with brakes and suspension, power booster, master cylinder, prop. valve, steering box and pump, and the guy is giving me the rear end. It will be a while until I get the '64 into the garage, as well as the parts from the '79. But, I will take pictures of the process and post here when I get started. Hopefully it is as easy as everyone says it is...