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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 7/4/2008


Question
Kevin,

We are in the process of restoring a 71 Javelin SST.  It has manual drum brakes, we want to convert to power 4 wheel disc.  I am have not been able to locate any kits.  Do you have any suggestions?

Thanks

Answer
For information on front disc brake conversion, go here:
http://www.gremlinx.com/discbrake.htm
I don't know anyone offering a rear disc brake conversion.
However, I have heard of people using a complete rear end assembly form a Lincoln Versailles, with disc brakes.

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Kevin Pilotte

Expertise

I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

Experience

I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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I have a certificate I printed out from a website.

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