Hi, I am about to buy my first FE Holden. It has the original grey motor and drum brakes. I have been told that these brakes a a bit dodgy, so it is better to have disc brakes. Can this be done and any ideas on cost?
regards rockin mama. :-/
Welcome rockin-mama! The most popular way to upgrade your brakes is by fitting a HR front crossmember which has disc brakes. There is an article on this by Ken McLean, I think the site is http://www.fefcholden.org.au/techinfo/tech002.html.
I also believe that Castlemaine Rod Shop can supply a kit to fit disc brakes to your standard front end. A brake booster on your standard brakes will make them easier to operate. Cheers, Mike.
Welcome Rockin' Mama. What Sheriff says is exactly right, and you can find a lengthier discussion about this topic here (http://www.fefcholden.org.au/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=howto;action=display;num=1114150705).
cheers
RET