Just bought my first mopar
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Just bought my first mopar
Hello all-
I just purchased a 1967 Belvdere GTX . I am more than excited about this car. I am a newbie as far as what parts to buy in regards to improving the brakes and upgrading the suspension. I have a collection of late model mustangs and I know all there is to know about fox body mustangs and SVT cobra. I am an expert on those cars but know very little about my New Plymouth. Can anyone shoot me some good ideas and parts to address the brakes first. I will be happy to offer my expertise to anyone if needed.
Thanks all and it's good to be here.
John
I just purchased a 1967 Belvdere GTX . I am more than excited about this car. I am a newbie as far as what parts to buy in regards to improving the brakes and upgrading the suspension. I have a collection of late model mustangs and I know all there is to know about fox body mustangs and SVT cobra. I am an expert on those cars but know very little about my New Plymouth. Can anyone shoot me some good ideas and parts to address the brakes first. I will be happy to offer my expertise to anyone if needed.
Thanks all and it's good to be here.
John
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Welcome.
My middle son is a Mustang freak, Cobra tattoo and one in my shop.
The 1967 Belvedere is one of the cleanest body designs in the Chrysler family, got my drivers license in one.
Regarding the brakes I would only upgrade to disc and buy new, not the upgraded Chrysler stuff. An internet search will find all sorts of suspension stuff, if you have the dough the Alterkation has a good reputation.
Search sub frame connectors and you may see this as something to do if your big block and big power.
For sure look at your wiring and the bulkhead (firewall) connector which is prone to corrode and short. If it has an amp gauge convert it to a volt gauge.
Would love to see some photos.
My middle son is a Mustang freak, Cobra tattoo and one in my shop.
The 1967 Belvedere is one of the cleanest body designs in the Chrysler family, got my drivers license in one.
Regarding the brakes I would only upgrade to disc and buy new, not the upgraded Chrysler stuff. An internet search will find all sorts of suspension stuff, if you have the dough the Alterkation has a good reputation.
Search sub frame connectors and you may see this as something to do if your big block and big power.
For sure look at your wiring and the bulkhead (firewall) connector which is prone to corrode and short. If it has an amp gauge convert it to a volt gauge.
Would love to see some photos.
---There's lots of Mopar knowledge, here, as well as other automotive etc.
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John -
Decide on what you're going to do with the motor first. Engine output will dictate brake/suspension upgrades, sorta.
The stock Chrysler front disc and rear drum work better than most people think. The newer / high tech stuff looks cool, but unless you're going to do rally courses, don't stop the car any better (IMHO anyway).
As far as suspension, if the car has miles on it, the odds are everything is shot. (Sorry). I recently did a full suspension upgrade from Firmfeel.com. They are Mopar guys, but then ain't cheap and there will be some fabrication involved. Net result - my 74 Charger handles as well if not better than my 2011 Challenger. I'm say as close to zero body roll as you're going to get.
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Decide on what you're going to do with the motor first. Engine output will dictate brake/suspension upgrades, sorta.
The stock Chrysler front disc and rear drum work better than most people think. The newer / high tech stuff looks cool, but unless you're going to do rally courses, don't stop the car any better (IMHO anyway).
As far as suspension, if the car has miles on it, the odds are everything is shot. (Sorry). I recently did a full suspension upgrade from Firmfeel.com. They are Mopar guys, but then ain't cheap and there will be some fabrication involved. Net result - my 74 Charger handles as well if not better than my 2011 Challenger. I'm say as close to zero body roll as you're going to get.
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If you go factory you can get replacements anywhere... For factory you can go 10" or 11" disks if you plan on changing to 15" wheels. It's an easy swap.. Either way it is much better stopping power. I did the 10" Volare disks & also used the Volare Master On my 67 Coronet.. Eons ago I put 11x3 drums on the front of a 66 Coronet.
Like it was said All you need to do is make a phone call and you can get a complete kit if that is your choice
Like it was said All you need to do is make a phone call and you can get a complete kit if that is your choice
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Welcome.
My middle son is a Mustang freak, Cobra tattoo and one in my shop.
The 1967 Belvedere is one of the cleanest body designs in the Chrysler family, got my drivers license in one.
Regarding the brakes I would only upgrade to disc and buy new, not the upgraded Chrysler stuff. An internet search will find all sorts of suspension stuff, if you have the dough the Alterkation has a good reputation.
Search sub frame connectors and you may see this as something to do if your big block and big power.
For sure look at your wiring and the bulkhead (firewall) connector which is prone to corrode and short. If it has an amp gauge convert it to a volt gauge.
Would love to see some photos.
My middle son is a Mustang freak, Cobra tattoo and one in my shop.
The 1967 Belvedere is one of the cleanest body designs in the Chrysler family, got my drivers license in one.
Regarding the brakes I would only upgrade to disc and buy new, not the upgraded Chrysler stuff. An internet search will find all sorts of suspension stuff, if you have the dough the Alterkation has a good reputation.
Search sub frame connectors and you may see this as something to do if your big block and big power.
For sure look at your wiring and the bulkhead (firewall) connector which is prone to corrode and short. If it has an amp gauge convert it to a volt gauge.
Would love to see some photos.
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Hi John and welcome to the forum! Nice to have you here. There are lots of great choices for parts, service and many owners willing to help you. Feel free to reach out if anything needed!
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Mopar Brakes
-- I agree. I have built several Mopar Hot Rods, and I have always got my front discs and rear 11" X 3" drum brakes from a salvage yard, and used new pads and shoes. -- Always stopped fine and no problems. -- You can spend as much or as little as you choose.
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Disc Brake Conversion Kits
You might try Classis Industries, www.classicindustries.com they have a variety of kits in different price ranges. Got a 67 Belvedere II myself, good luck.
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