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Mopar Parts for 1962-1979 Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth Restorations You're three years into a Road Runner build and you need a door panel clip. Not a door panel, not even the whole clip set, just the one clip that some previous owner snapped off in 1987 trying to get to a stuck window regulator. You call around, you post in a forum, somebody in Ohio has "half a set, maybe" and …
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Disc Brake Conversion Buying Guide: Best Kits for Camaro, Chevelle, C10, and Mustang Front, Rear, or a Complete 4 Wheel Disc Brake Conversion Kit? Front disc brake conversion is the most common starting point, and for good reason. The front brakes do the majority of the work during any stop. When you brake, weight transfers forward, which loads the front tires and puts the fron …
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Disc Brake Conversion Kit Cost, Fitment & Safety: Your Questions Answered Question: How Much Does a Disc Brake Conversion Kit Cost? (Answer) Price depends on your vehicle, the brand, and how much of the car you're converting. Front or rear only conversion kitsFront or rear kits start around $450 to $650. Most include rotors, calipers, brackets, and hardware sized for popul …
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Disc Brakes vs Drum Brakes If you have a classic car, chances are it rolled off the assembly line with drum brakes on all four corners. They worked fine for their time, but driving standards have changed a lot since then. Understanding what sets disc brakes apart from drum brakes can help you decide whether a conversion is worth it for your build.  Drum brakes have been a …
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Mecum Indy 2025  Getting back to the Mecum Auction at the Indianapolis fairgrounds always feels like kicking off the car season the right way. Indy has become a staple on my calendar, the unofficial start of show season where winter projects finally meet real-world metal. With thousands of consignments crossing the block, it is impossible to see everything, but that is p …
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