A-body vs fmj spindle for handling?

IIRC, you can use the largest disc, 11.95, correct. With the proper caliper bracket of course...

Use the FMJ knuckles if you have them. They are taller and lighter and have more room for a large brake caliper. I use the FMJ knuckles when I build a car with serious brakes. For a regular street car it doesn't matter but if you're building for performance then every little bit helps.
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