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1965 Mustang Restoration: Rear Disc Brake Conversion Steve Magnante adds performance rear brakes to the '65 Mustang. From "Classic Car Restoration" episode DCR-504

In this installment of Classic Car Restoration, Steve Magnante addresses several issues on the 1965 Mustang. In this project, he converts the rear drum brakes to disc brakes to complete the 4-wheel disc brake system.

Steve disassembles the stock rear drum brakes, discusses the difference between drum and disc brakes and installs the new disc brake system. The disc brakes eliminate brake fade problems and this completes our car's upgrade to 4-wheel disc brakes.

The basic steps in this procedure, as seen in this episode of DIY's Classic Car Restoration, are summarized below.

Steve removes the old drum brake from the '65 Mustang.

The new performance rotor

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	Tools and parts used in the rear brake conversion.

Tools and materials used in the rear disc-brake conversion:

brake tool
tubing wrench
penetrating oil
mallet
anti-seize compound
torque wrench
silicon based lubricant
clevis pin adaptor

Safety Alert: As a standard safety precaution, don't rely solely on a jack to support the weight of a vehicle. When using a jack to access or work beneath a vehicle, always use jack stands for support. Make sure that the jack and stands that you use are rated for the weight and type of your vehicle.

Then new rear brakes feature hydraulic calipers and lightweight performance rotors.

Note: This is a summary of steps included in the automotive restoration procedures shown in this episode of Classic Car Restoration. These are general guidelines for restoration procedures on this particular make and model of vehicle, and for the level of restoration selected for this project. There may be variations in procedures depending model, condition of vehicle, level of restoration undertaken and the types of replacement parts or upgrade kits selected. Always follow proper safety precautions, and read and follow manufacturer's guidelines, diagrams and safety notices that come with any replacement parts or kit that you select.

Safety Alert: Always wear eye protection and follow proper safety precautions when working with power tools or pneumatic tools. Also wear eye protection any time you are working underneath a vehicle.

Safety Alert: As a standard safety precaution, always disconnect the vehicle's negative battery cable before you begin work on any electrical or mechanical components.

New brake pads

The two-piece caliper mounting plates

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