Corvair Disc Brake Swap #corvair #discbrake #carmodification

In this video, I’m upgrading a classic Corvair from drum brakes to modern disc brakes. This swap gives the car way better stopping power, improved safety, and a more confident feel on the road. I’ll walk you through the entire process — from pulling off the old drum setup, prepping the spindle, to bolting on the new disc components. Whether you’re restoring a Corvair, looking for better braking performance, or just curious how a disc brake conversion works, this step-by-step guide will give you the know-how to tackle the job yourself. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction & overview of the brake upgrade 0:42 Why swap drums for discs on a Corvair 1:14 Removing the old drum brake assembly 2:27 Cleaning and prepping the spindle 3:36 Installing the caliper bracket 4:42 Mounting the new rotor 5:15 Installing the brake caliper 6:10 Connecting brake lines and fittings 7:12 Bleeding the brake system 8:06 Checking for leaks & proper function 8:47 First impressions on stopping performance 9:30 Thoughts & recommendations 9:35 Bolting components together for mock-up 9:53 Machining the spacer for proper fit 10:08 Test fitting with shims for rotor alignment 10:31 Adjusting shim count for best fitment 10:48 Following Wilwood brake installation steps 11:06 Cricket distraction & brake assembly notes 11:23 Identifying left vs. right caliper brackets 11:47 Bearing spacing check and final fit 12:07 Planning park brake cable attachment 12:20 Measuring bracket placement & orientation 12:44 Modifying and welding park brake bracket 13:09 Cutting and re-welding for improved clearance 13:28 Height adjustment and clearance considerations 13:52 Welding finished — ready for assembly 14:17 Upgrading hardware to Grade 8 bolts 14:40 Torque specs and bolt trimming for clearance 15:38 Drum-in-hat parking brake explanation 16:04 Fabricating custom brake adjustment tool 16:36 Suggested improvement for tool design 16:47 Locating and using adjuster hole 17:12 Initial parking brake adjustment method 17:26 Brake line routing and fitment 17:46 Installing universal park brake cable kit 18:09 Cable length and adjustment setup 18:30 Routing cables through factory brackets 18:47 Final cable routing and mounting 19:07 Single cable adaptation to fit both sides 19:25 Crimping cable ends and securing them 19:38 Factory cable routing comparison 20:00 Closing thoughts on brake conversion 20:06 Acknowledgements and thanks 20:23 Preparing for body shop alignment 20:37 Future mechanical work and other videos 20:43 Closing message — like, share & subscribe For more channel content click the link below:    • Corvair Journey   #classiccars #CarRestoration #ClassicCarRestoration #prairiewingsperformance #DIYCarRepair #VintageCar for inquiries email us at prairiewingsperformance@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram - prairie_wings_performance