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Yes they did - Torsion-level ride.

In the end I just hope a successful result is achieved otherwise it's just a lot of time and money to turn a functional car into scrap.

What Will probably means is that here on the forums we prefer to keep the vehicles with their original torsion bar suspension which was engineered to be - and probably still is - the best suspension ever designed - and which certainly provides the best ride quality you could ever want. Perhaps...

True, given enough $$$$ most anything can be done. The point was that those like @davealux who are 60+ have seen lots of folks come and go with their "good ideas" which unfortunately, oftentimes fail, so they offer their wisdom. Whether that wisdom is accepted or not is up to the vehicle owner...

Ah, the joys of sorting an old car out. I'm sure the !##% thing will soon be successfully cruising the highways and byways. Best of luck.

Have you tried Booster Dewey? Highly recommended - give them a call and tell them what you've done, they'll be able to suggest the right thing.

If your booster is bad then Booster Dewey will see you right as they have an excellent reputation for quality work Obviously, step one is check every part of the system and proceed from there. The experienced guys on the forum will see you right. The folks at Wilwood brakes .would likely...

You could also read that as an automotive king who's an antique. Well done everyone, it's great how folks can quickly assist another member obtain their requirements.

Looking good, they really jazz up the car.

I don't know, guess some cars had a different location, main thing to me is that it has one, I wouldn't buy one without. Thx for the reply

According to the poormans off chassis restoration site www.tpocr.com/chrybp3.html the 1963 body plate could be under the hood attached to the right or left fender, cowl, or radiator cross member depending on model and assembly plant. Hope this helps.

I'm sure there are various options available, maybe Wilwood technical advisors can assist you? Either way you're sure to have the security of a modern system designed for your car. Cheers from Christchurch NZ

A quick look at the Wilwood brakes site reveals that, though they don't have a kit, they work with those who do custom systems and Wilwood can fabricate parts to suit. I recall they designed and installed a 4 wheel power disc brake system to Jay Leno's 1958 Oldsmobile ( or similar huge heavy...

Don't forget to tell Wilwood how pleased you are with it, along with the remarks about closeness to the tires, I'm sure they'll be pleased with your feedback.

What is meant by self-steering in this context? I'm unfamiliar with this concept- I presume it's a loss of steering control and a #$%^ to correct.

Perhaps the best thing is to call wilwood and discuss?

I recall they made a set of 4 wheel discs for Jay Leno's 1958 Oldsmobile, and have a good reputation with car builders so you shouldn't have any issues, but there's a technical hotline if required. Good luck with the new brakes.

Try Ohio vendor Murray B Park. Www.cbodies.com/products.asp?cat=4018 There are several parts listed for the parking brake, hope it helps. May be good to grab them anyway, where else would you find them?

Why not contact diamondback tires White Wall Tires & Custom Vintage Tires - Diamond Back Classic Tires ? They have radials which look like bias ply, thus getting the best of both worlds. In any event, I hope the car is great.

Speaking of cars vodka, how is yours coming along?