IndyJimW Posted June 17, 2021 Report Share Posted June 17, 2021 Hopped in the 87 Avanti a couple days ago and the drivers rear wheel is locking up when the brakes are applied. So I went back into the shop, got on the Summit Racing web site and ordered a rear disc brake conversion kit. Arrived today. Should have them installed by the end of next week if all goes good. Good luck all, Jim Wood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyJimW Posted June 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2021 (edited) This is the kit I purchased. Ordered Tuesday and received on Thursday. https://www.summitracing.com/parts/RSD-AFXDS78 It comes with the parking brake cables for the Chevrolet G body. Good luck all, Jim Wood Edited June 21, 2021 by IndyJimW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom Posted September 18, 2021 Report Share Posted September 18, 2021 IndyJimW, how did the disc brake conversion go? I just purchased my 1987 Avanti on 7-28-21 and i am considering the conversion. I am a "Driver" and in no means mechanically inclined so I will definitely have the work done for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyJimW Posted November 8, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2022 Shop is quiet so we started the rear brake conversion. Most everything is bolted on. We had to make new brake lines to the brake hoses and weld the brake hose holding tabs to the axle tubes. We're ready to button it up, add the gear oil, bleed the brakes and go for a test drive. Good luck all, Jim Wood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyJimW Posted November 17, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2022 My rear disc brake conversion. Good luck all, Jim Wood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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