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I have a 1963 AMC Rambler American station wagon 220 that has brake drums all around. I am looking to see if their is any thing out there that I can use to convert my car into having front disc brakes? Of course i am asking because my brakes are dangerous and i am scared to have my wife and baby drive the car... please help, William May
William,
The problem with all AMC cars prior to 1970 is they do not have an upper ball joint. They have instead a trunnion style front suspension. You can install disc brakes, if you use components from an AMC built 1969 or earlier. 1970 and later front disc brakes will not interchange with your American. Check out these AMC vendors, you should be able to find some used front disc brakes from them:
1)Collier AMC 919-242-4462
2)Eddie Stake's Planet Houston 713-785-1375 (11a.m.-1p.m. CST only)
3)American Performance Products; http://www.oldcarparts.com
Hope this helps.
Kevin
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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.
Publications
I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Education/Credentials
I have a certificate I printed out from a website.
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