Can a Thunderbird be converted to disc brakes?
Can a Thunderbird be converted to disc brakes?
Converting to disc brakes on your Thunderbird will provide you with significantly improved braking, and is not a hard conversion to make. The photos included, and description provided, are related to the disc conversion kit available from Thunderbirds One in Gastonia, NC.
Do you need a power booster on a Thunderbird?
The adjustable rod is available from several of the Thunderbird parts dealers. Disc brake calipers are designed to operate at higher hydraulic line pressure than original drum brakes, as a result it is very beneficial to have a power brake booster. These steps are written presuming you have a power booster on your car.
What do you do to rear spindle on Thunderbird?
Grind the rear edge of the spindle slightly to make room for the rear mounting bolt and spacer (with flat side) if needed. The picture shows a shiny area where this grinding was done.
Converting to disc brakes on your Thunderbird will provide you with significantly improved braking, and is not a hard conversion to make. The photos included, and description provided, are related to the disc conversion kit available from Thunderbirds One in Gastonia, NC.
The adjustable rod is available from several of the Thunderbird parts dealers. Disc brake calipers are designed to operate at higher hydraulic line pressure than original drum brakes, as a result it is very beneficial to have a power brake booster. These steps are written presuming you have a power booster on your car.
Grind the rear edge of the spindle slightly to make room for the rear mounting bolt and spacer (with flat side) if needed. The picture shows a shiny area where this grinding was done.
What kind of transmission does a Ford Thunderbird have?
The Super Coupe could be had with a Mazda-derived, M5R2 5-speed manual transmission or an AOD 4-speed automatic transmission (or 4r70w for 1994/1995 models). The Thunderbird Super Coupe was Motor Trend’s Car of the Year for 1989, which Ford proudly advertised.
What kind of front fascia does a Thunderbird have?
A V8 Sport model was offered for this year only featuring the Super Coupe front fascia with fog lamps and lower body accent stripes. For 1993, all Thunderbirds used the Super Coupe front fascia.
What happens when you change the drum on a car?
Most drum brakes on cars and other common vehicles are hydraulically powered. If there is a leak in the hydraulic system, you may notice fluid inside the drum and on the brake shoes. Usually, this is accompanied by decreased brake performance. If necessary, replace the leaky wheel cylinder.
What should I do when my brake drum comes off?
The brake drum should come loose from the wheel. Clean the drum. Over time, brake drums can accumulate a good amount of grime and debris simply from their normal use. Once you have the brake drum off, take the opportunity to clean it of this debris if needed. Sources differ on which types of cleaning solutions you should use.
