Budd disc brakes

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hello....bought a 68 imperial for my wife....clean/straight car but found a leaking master cylinder and Budd disc brake caliber .....does anybody know if parts are available?.....have been looking and it doesn't seem to be out there......was looking on doing a swap/conversion.....what is everyone doing?......thanks
 
Just about always, Budd calipers are going to be scored when you take them apart. This means that they will need to have sleeves installed as noted above. Be sure to find a quality rebuilder as this is a job that needs to be done right. Carbone does not do quality work. Find a rebuilder that knows these calipers as they are difficult to sleeve with no leakage.
Mobileparts, a vendor on this site might have a NOS master cylinder for this vehicle and may also have a line on quality rebuilt calipers.

Dave
 
thank you....great idea.....have to check it out.....also found Budd calipers on summit racing.....
1968 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL Cardone Remanufactured Brake Calipers 18-4480
 
As I understand it, the Corvette calipers, think 1970s, were the first ones to get stainless steel sleeves put in them. I believe that's what got Stainless Steel Brakes started in business? There might be some Corvette clubs in your region that might have info on a rebuilder that might do your calipers.

Just some thoughts,
CBODY67
 
As I understand it, the Corvette calipers, think 1970s, were the first ones to get stainless steel sleeves put in them. I believe that's what got Stainless Steel Brakes started in business? There might be some Corvette clubs in your region that might have info on a rebuilder that might do your calipers.

Just some thoughts,
CBODY67
You might try Lares Corporation. They might rebuild those parts. Their # 800 334-5749
 
I agree with most of above, I would avoid the Cardone crap at all costs. Why don't you swap some later model spindles in and put in the big single piston set up, and avoid all the BS? Unless your doing a perfect resto, of course. I swapped 1980 Cordoba spindles and hardware into my 67 300, and get better pad coverage, stainless pads, no fuss. Just a thought. CG
 
I swapped 1980 Cordoba spindles and hardware into my 67 300, and get better pad coverage, stainless pads, no fuss. Just a thought. CG

How did the height of the knuckle/spindles compare between the '67 C-body and the '80 Cordoba, ball joint to ball joint?

Thanks,
CBODY67
 
I agree with most of above, I would avoid the Cardone crap at all costs. Why don't you swap some later model spindles in and put in the big single piston set up, and avoid all the BS? Unless your doing a perfect resto, of course. I swapped 1980 Cordoba spindles and hardware into my 67 300, and get better pad coverage, stainless pads, no fuss. Just a thought. CG
Changing to a later disc set up is not nearly as simple with a 67-68 Imperial as with other C's. There are many differences. Ball joints, wheel register & bolt circle are a few that come to mind.
 
I double that on Cardone parts. Will avoid at all costs.
FWIW Guyz. Cardone used to be domiciled in New Jersey 'til about 10- 15? years ago, and did shabby rebuilds on everything they touched and paid there workers Micky-D wages. Moved their whole operation to Mexico to save money on wages? End of story, Jer
 
FWIW Guyz. Cardone used to be domiciled in New Jersey 'til about 10- 15? years ago, and did shabby rebuilds on everything they touched and paid there workers Micky-D wages. Moved their whole operation to Mexico to save money on wages? End of story, Jer

CHYNAH... They exited Meheco a bit ago. They're complete ****.
 
First time I heard of "Cardone", they were in NJ in the later '80s or so. My late machine shop operative joked about Mafia connections. We laughed about that. Then, next thing we knew, Cardone had greatly expanded their rebuilding line of products, as any competition seemed to vanish (for whatever reason). Of course, these expansions tended to give the brand more credibility as it was "everywhere". But we also know that parts jobber warehouses will carry what they can make the most money on (with "reasonable" amount of warranty claims). So, "Cardone" became a "big name" of sorts in the business. Even now sold by some respectible re-sellers!

Just as ProForm originally was a brand with inexpensive chrome engine dress-up items, sold at chain auto supply stores. Now, they do the chrome "hot rod" items for GM Performance Parts and others. There are probably some other similar "histories" out there, too. Starting small and building to something bigger, over time. Nothing the matter with increasing profits, either, as long as the quality of product being sold meets the expectations of the purchaser. If "they" come back with future purchases, then that's evidence of doing something good, to the seller.

Just some recollections and observations,
CBODY67
 
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