This is (Episode 7) of the #ETCGDadsTruck Series.
Link to (Episode 6): https://youtu.be/vkSvYCqrlOI
Episode 8: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKS6gIVZcek&t=1335s
GMT400 Rear Disc Brake Conversion (Part 2) #ETCGDadsTruck:
GMT400 Rear Disc Brake Conversion (Full/Extended Version): https://www.ericthecarguy.com/exclusive-videos/73-exclusive-videos/2352-gmt400-rear-disc-brake-conversion-full-extended-version-etcgdadstruck
This is (Part 1) of a video series where I show you how to install a rear disc brake conversion kit from SSBC on a GMT400 pick up truck. GMT400’s ran from 1988-1998. The truck in this video is a 1990 C1500 Sport.
In this video I cover the installation of the rear calipers and brake hoses. Additional information on how to disassemble the rear end brakes on this truck can be found in these videos.
#ETCGDadsTruck Axle/Differential Rebuild (Part 1): https://youtu.be/F439MFi6qIk
#ETCGDadsTruck Axle/Differential Rebuild (Part 2): https://youtu.be/vkSvYCqrlOI
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Parts
SSBC Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ssb-a126-2/overview/year/1990/make/chevrolet/model/c1500
Russell Steel Braided Brake Lines: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/rus-672340/overview/
RT Side Parking Brake Cable: https://www.1aauto.com/parking-brake-cable-passenger-side-rear/i/1abrc00070?f=762714&y=1990
L Side Parking Brake Cable: https://www.1aauto.com/parking-brake-cable-rear-driver-side/i/1abrc00074?f=762882&y=1990
Tools
Eastwood Line Flare Tool: https://www.eastwood.com/professional-brake-tubing-flaring-tool.html
Tubing Cutter: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/gearwrench-2107d-mini-tubing-cutter#oid=1002_1
Related Videos
How To Solve a Spongy Brake Pedal GMT400: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcV6Rd4MiZ4&t=51s
How To Cut and Flare Brake Lines: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqyoTWFZ5K4&t=20s
Rear Disc Brake Conversion (the hard way) Ford Fox Body: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHFYrGEV3QQ
How To Fabricate Parking Brake Cables: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YeyaFW1CFPY&t=3s
How To Rebuild a Brake Caliper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4FzXGrSrmU&t=38s
The Basics of Disc Brake Service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKpmBvfVYZg
The Most Important Part of a Brake Job: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gl6TV_nQy3o
Introduction to #ETCGDadsTruck Build (Episode 1): https://youtu.be/kCepnacqRuI
#ETCGDadsTruck 4” Rear Suspension Drop (Part 1) (Episode 3): https://youtu.be/VNnEiIoGpwE
ETCG Gets a Truck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cblScHKnHc&t=12s
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Do you think that kit will work on a 95' G20?
So what vehicle has disc brakes that will swap over that can be found at junkyard?
What did you paint the rear axel with? Did you sand blast everything first? THanks
Thank you for sharing, brother. I think I’ll be doing the same thing, except I’ll put the shorter brake line on the right, and only need to cut the one on the left. I’m guessing that by the length I saw you cut.
on your eastwood use a grinder and cut a few grooves into the shiny plate just about 1mm or so that rough cut will allow glue to bind better than to a shiny chrome finish…… problem solved than with some fresh gorilla type glue and done deal.
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Just a wondering, hard to see from the instructions…. but if you flipped the calipers left to right, the oem bleeders would be on top. The ebrake cable could go under the axle tubes easily enough. Gives you a second option for rubber line orientation as well.
What dya think, would that be doable?
Great video.
Whats the bolt spacing on the caliper bolts
what car is the master cylinder from and can I use it on my Chevy A body?
Why use a kit that is NOT very well thought out and uses Ford parts??? Plenty of kits that use ALL GM stuff for your truck and you won't have the issues you are facing.
Where is the park brake?
Do you have to change master cylinder when you do these conversions??
ya allah plz forgive me stop watching this.
Eric, did you ever figure this out? I have a crazy spongy pedal in my 92 c1500
What rear gear u put in that
Enjoyed your video on disc brake conversion really detailed and informative thx!!
same caliper for a 1985 Eldorado
you are a good instructor ; this is the truck i own and want to do same conversion ; the grand for the kit holding me back ;but soon
wouldn't it have been easier to replace the rear end with a factory disc brake one then you don't have to put ford pads on your chevy
What differential cover is that? I like it!
Pretty shitty kit.
Been over a year, but I noticed the left and right rotors are backwards. Bleeder goes up. Good job at the install.
Go with a hydro-boost system!
What axles did you use for your ten bolt???
I put k2500 front calipers with the 3.125 piston, made a big difference.
Where can i purchase that rear disk break kit at
Plz let me know .. Thk u
I buy only tools that have extra gravity built in that way I can spend more time picking them off the floor! lol
I learned from your quick tidbit on the brake shoe seating in the groove.
I have "the Right Stuff rear disc conversion and was bleeding them. the second side the shoe fell to the floor… By the time I got it picked up and figured where the spring clip went on the caliper extended all the way out??? now I can't find how it goes back in. screw or push? not sure and don't want to break it…
Hey Eric, not sure if you still monitor these vids but curious if you've ever done a conversion on a 1st Gen Tundra? I'm sick of dealing with the drums every time and I don't see anything on your page . Let me know if you get time. Much appreciated!
Yo E. Hydro boost swap man. way better pedal feel
Isn't the bleeder supposed to be above the brake hose?
LOL! They must have changed out the calipers. My 95 kit came with 87' Turbo Coupe calipers. I couldn't believe it when I read the packing list. And mine came with stainles braided lines for all 4 corners. Wish I had your video 8yrs ago when I installed mine. Great video.
@Ericthecarguy I have a 94 Chevy s10 do you think this rear conversion will work. It’s the 4×4 zr2
Great job Eric! I see you got a good amount of healthy subscribers! Awesome. Thx for all the repairs n updates!
Great video, thanks máster.👍
I just took a Dana 60 out of a 99 Ford E350 Van and it was practically a straight bolt in. No more squishy pedal and I got the original master cylinder. The emergency brake even works very well on a steep Hill and the whole rear end only cost a couple 100 bucks.
Do you have a brother that teaches at uti ?
How does this affect the rear ABS only on the older trucks? Is there a sensor back there or is up near the brake booster? I debated doing this. Just wondered if i would lose my ABS lol
That “spring thing” acts as protection for the break lines as well as heat sink for the break fluid.
Yeah for that kinda money there should be no cutting of bolts needed lol and then have to get additional fasteners .. But you gotta do what you gotta do.
i think you doing gate. i done auto work to. i not professional though. grew up working on autos.