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Old Jul 7, 2010 | 12:44 AM
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some upgrades to a 79?

So I realize that this is third gen and not second gen, but I just traded my 85 Trans Am for a 79 Camaro, and I'm looking for info on upgrading the brakes. I want to do a rear disc brake conversion, but not spend a lot. Can I swap out the whole rear axle of a disk brake equipted 3rd or 4th gen? Will I need to grab any other parts off the doner car to make it work? Any info, tips, tricks, or links would be appreciated. Thanks.
Old Jul 7, 2010 | 07:02 AM
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Re: some upgrades to a 79?

Originally Posted by Wolfskin
So I realize that this is third gen and not second gen, but I just traded my 85 Trans Am for a 79 Camaro, and I'm looking for info on upgrading the brakes. I want to do a rear disc brake conversion, but not spend a lot. Can I swap out the whole rear axle of a disk brake equipted 3rd or 4th gen? Will I need to grab any other parts off the doner car to make it work? Any info, tips, tricks, or links would be appreciated.
Sorry, Wolfskin, as you mention this site is dedicated to thirdgens. Perhaps you'd have better luck on the following site:

http://www.camaroz28.com/

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