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This firm --- CalipersOnline - came recommended a number of years ago by members on this forum. If mine stick, and I can't find what I need for a better price, these may be the best alternative.

Couple of ideas you can consider. First, you could PM hemi71x, as he has been an invaluable resource for KH 4 piston parts for this forum. He at one time had a series of contacts that could rebuild your calipers, and upgrade to stainless steel sleeves for the piston bores. Also, he sells...

RockAuto has the correct SBP 10" rear axle drums --- Centric 123.63044 10 inch rear 5x4 sbp are plentiful. Check under 1971 Plymouth Duster brakes. These will have the proper axle register --- if you wish to convert these to LBP, drill them.

Another vote for staying with SBP and the Kelsey Hayes setup. I had a factory 1969 P 340 Swinger in R4, and it had the factory SBP discs --- worked GREAT, as long as you drive the car regularly so that the caliper piston bores don't get rusted from sitting. RockAuto has a full supply of...

Are your factory discs having issues? Rock Auto has everything for the factory K-H setup. My factory 1971 Duster 340 has the factory 4 piston calipers and discs - they work great, as long as you use the car regularly and keep the brake fluid fresh and free of moisture. The front discs...

I went to the following website which as stated above: http://www.brakepartsinc.com/products.php When using the PRODUCTS feature at the previously listed website, if you select DRUMS, you are re-directed to the Raybestos website and you can select your MAKE, MODEL and YEAR, then SEARCH using...

Just checked Rock Auto for my 1971 Duster 340 and these (123.63044) are listed as available for $31.79 each before any coupon offers.

Thank You ---- I looked up Rob's Rod Shop and it is located in Downington PA. I am curious- is there someone there that I should ask for? I need a pair badly for my 1971 340 Duster.

Can we make this thread --- which is an important reference for many who own either original cars with this factory setup, or converted cars that still use the 4" factory bolt circle --- a STICKY at the top of the page, please?

My apology to you if I came off a bit strong defending the KH 4 piston setup. You are correct that the pistons can hang if if these cars sit outside for long periods, primarily due to pitting in the piston bores. These are so simple to rebuild and parts are not expensive. As other...

WRONG on all counts --- maybe 5 years ago your comments were accurate but that all changed in the last 5 years. Rotors, pads and calipers with exchange are readily available and reasonably priced. Check Rock Auto and / or Centric for specifics. For the KH calipers 1st generation ('64.5-'66)...

Completely read the following thread, as it contains all the info. you need. If you still have questions, first search this forum for threads that may already answer your questions. http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showthread.php?t=266225

One recommendation: If you decide you want to go large bolt pattern, contact Doctor Diff (his name is Cass) and he can fix you up with everything you need for the conversion. Try this website for Dr Diff's contact info.: http://www.doctordiff.com/ If you stick with the SBP, try...

If this works -we need a writeup and pictures! After all - a lot of people are not always in the position of dropping $600+ on a rear disc upgrade- no matter how nice it would be.

Admins---- Can we make this a sticky --- for future reference...???

Many owners - myself included - have the original A body SBP 8 3/4" rear setup with the rare bell drums that look to be no longer available. My thoughts are I would consider contacting Doctor Diff - Cass - who is the Mopar guy - when it comes to A body SBP 8 3/4" alternatives, including rear...

+1 If you insist in sticking with the booster, I had a guy who goes by Booster Dewey rebuild one back in 1999 and the job was superb. Google him or ask a member from Oregon about Booster Dewey. But A bodies do not need and work better without - power brakes.

+1 ... Thanks very much for all the pics. and the documentation! Great future reference / resource!

Booster Dewey rebuilt the booster for my 1969 340 Swinger - that was in 2000, and he did a great job - thing works great to this day!

The OEM stuff is great if you don't have to replace all the parts (other than the knuckles), in which case you will spending $$$ for replacement parts. Keep in mind - you must factor the expense of new wheels with the 4.5" BP, unless you already have those. When you do the conversion the...

The factory 8.75" rear axle setup specified the 10" x 1.75" rear brakes. The factory 8.75" rear was factory standard equipment on all factory 340 equipped cars until 1973 when Abodies moved to the LBP. The factory specified the 10" x 1.75" rear brakes for 1971 and 1972 340 cars, that DID...

Looking forward to your documentary. You will luv the brake stopping power improvement. Just be certain that you have the correct rear drum brake wheel cylinders, because your proportioning valve will only work properly with the correct rear wheel cylinders. You will need the rear...

Here are some facts that everyone should be mindful of, when looking at replacing rotors. Yes, the slotted and drilled rotors look cool, and in some cases they work incredibly well, but not in all. Just some food for thought - consideration, when rotor shopping...

The Centric rotors come in several grades, including factory spec. performance and premium. For best longevity and performance, the Premium works best. The basic Centric is so cheap now (~$20 each) - you can't lose. Someone mentioned in this thread that you can get the softer brake...

BE VERY CAREFUL...take a look at the Centric rotors on Rock Auto...less cost, same performance. By itself, Slotting rotors will not enhance stopping distance. In fact, you may suffer stress related cracks due to the type and hardening process used on the metal surfaces of these slotted...

Did you properly BENCH-BLEED the master cylinder, OFF THE CAR, BEFORE you installed on the firewall? Complete BENCH-BLEEDING of the new master cylinder is required.

This ebay conversion states that : A bodies using these kits require modifications. Anyone know what modifications are required? Any one install this kit?

The only performance change you will see using those SSBC calipers is a severe WALLET weight loss. The disc brake effective swept area is the SAME - so you will not improve your braking stopping distance, just swapping in the SSBC calipers. But you will lighten your wallet!

I agree with this assessment. My factory 1971 Duster 340 has the factory 8 3/4 with the factory Abody 10" X 1.75" rear brake setup. Centric had the 10" x 1.75 " replacement drums available last year - check around on Rock Auto, ebay and the like, if you seek replacement rear drums.

BEFORE you apply the ROCK AUTO discount code, the prices for remaned calipers for a 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger 340 (the same caliper is used for all 1965 - 72 Abodies with factory K-H disc brakes), the prices are as follows: RAYBESTOS Part # FRC4176 Professional Grade; Friction Ready - Pads Not...