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11" drum brakes

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by P Scott, Sep 16, 2004.

  1. Sep 16, 2004
    P Scott

    P Scott New Member

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    I have a 1971 CJ5. The rear is a Dana 44 which currently has 10" drum brakes. I want to put 11" drums on. Which year would be the best for a donor?. I have been told that any 11" drums will fit from 1972 - 1977. Is
    this true?
     
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    Boyink

    Boyink Super Moderator Staff Member

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    lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

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    70s postals have 11" drums. 70s wagoneers do too; make sure they are 5 lug and 11"... don't bother with the 12" if you find them, sources on this forum said you'll never find parts for them...
    Let us know if more questions. 11" drums are a great upgrade... especially if you DRILL them!! :D ;)
     
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    blevisay

    blevisay Oh Noooooooooooooooo! Staff Member

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    I may have found a source for the kit
     
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    lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

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    Remember forum member Michaelo ? I bought my 11" drums from him (just drums, not hardware or backing plates). He had a whole pallet he sold a great prices here and at WT. Last I talked to him (a year ago?) he had only a few left. I should send him mail, get him back on here...
     
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    Ducks-Bass-n-Jeeps

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    I could not agree more. I have not drilled mine yet but I plan to one day.
     
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    Boyink

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    Oh yea...anyone need patterns? I have a set... :rofl:

    I also have a fresh set of drums from Michelo....trying to decide if I'd be better off dropping them at a machine shop for drilling....
     
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    blevisay

    blevisay Oh Noooooooooooooooo! Staff Member

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    I was thinking.......
    If I were to go to the 11" during the lift install.
    I think every 6* will give 60 holes per run then space them out.......

    I am thinking using dividing head on the bridgeport......
     
    blevisay, Sep 16, 2004
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  9. Nov 30, 2005
    tommy b

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    Mike,

    I'm interested in drilling some 11" drums. Can you post a pic or describe the drilling template? I saw a pic of on once, but after searching for about an hour I can't seem to find it. Thanks
     
    tommy b, Nov 30, 2005
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