Switching your drum brakes for disc brakes is one of the simplest and least expensive upgrades you can make to your truck. However, installing disc brakes on a Dana 44 front axle may prove challenging.
If you know what you’re doing, swapping your Dana 44 disc brakes onto an older open-knuckle drum brake axle shouldn’t be too challenging.
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Brake Booster Bracket
Brake boosters, also referred to as ‘brake servos’ or ‘vacuum boosters’, make braking easier by increasing pressure on the foot pedal without needing to press harder on it. This is an excellent safety feature as it helps keep you from losing control of your vehicle when applying brakes too quickly.
This Dana 44 8 lug front disc brake conversion kit is an ideal choice for those seeking to upgrade their braking system without needing to purchase all new parts. This kit contains everything needed to convert your drum brakes to discs and comes with a one year warranty.
Brake Lines
The Dana 44 8-lug front disc brake conversion kit is an ideal way to improve stopping power and save maintenance expenses. This convenient kit contains all components needed for quick installation – plus, upgrading those old school drums is relatively inexpensive! Plus, now’s the perfect time to replace those bulky hoses with stainless steel or copper ones too. The most costly component in the kit is the master cylinder which you can find at any local hardware store for around $100. Not only will these parts improve braking performance of your truck but you’ll save money on replacement pads and rotors down the line too!
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Brake Pads
Disc brakes are common in cars and trucks, providing pressure to a disc rotor to create friction that helps slow or stop your vehicle’s speed.
When a pad becomes worn, it makes an audible screeching noise to alert you of its need for replacement. If this sound occurs repeatedly, take your car to a garage immediately for further examination and possible repair or replacement.
Brake pads come in a range of materials, such as semi-metallic, ceramic and organic.
Metallic brake pads are the most common, composed of iron, copper, and other inorganic material. These are heat resistant, fade-resistant, and last longer than organic or ceramic pads. Unfortunately, they may be noisy and cause excessive rotor wear as well as brake dust accumulation.
Brake Discs
Brake discs are the rotating part of a wheel’s braking system, against which brake pads apply pressure to slow or stop the attached wheel. They typically consist of gray iron, an alloy of cast iron.
Under intense braking, discs can reach extremely high temperatures that may cause cementite to form on their surface. This creates a hard ice crust and reduces brake pad contact with the disc effectively.
Ventilated discs help dissipate this heat by featuring vanes between their two surfaces. These pump air through the disc, helping to vent away excess energy and prevent water accumulation between pads and disc.
Brake Master Cylinder
The Brake Master Cylinder is an integral component of a vehicle’s hydraulic brake system. It converts driver input into hydraulic pressure and distributes it to brake calipers or wheel cylinders for effective stopping power.
A master cylinder consists of a housing, reservoir, piston, rubber cup and return spring. These components slide in an engraved bore machined into the center of the master cylinder’s housing.
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The bore of a master cylinder plays an integral role in its braking performance. If it becomes worn down, resistance to braking increases and less force is required when applying the brake pedal. Thus, regular inspection of your master cylinder for signs of wear is recommended.