Disc Brake Conversion Kits
Why do ¾ ton and 1-ton trucks have 8 lugs?
The simple answer is that 8 lugs are better than 4, 5, or 6… You have a truck that’s engineered to haul heavier loads so you have a beefier or heavier axle, your suspension is designed to hold up under more weight, linkages are stronger, and in most cases, your engine will output more torque…
Read MoreSRW Axle vs DRW Axle: Which One Do I need?
Read and Learn the Benefits of Both Single and Dual Rear Wheel Axles In pickup trucks, SRW and DRW are two types of axles used in used by Ford, Dodge, or RAM, and GM, which covers Chevy and GMC. Understanding the differences between these two types of axles is important for anyone looking to purchase…
Read MoreWhy Should I Upgrade to Heavy-Duty Emergency Brake Calipers?
The Benefits of Heavy-Duty Brake Calipers and How to Get the Most Out of Them Why should I upgrade to heavy-duty emergency brake calipers? That is an excellent question with a short answer of “for better stopping power and braking control” and a much longer answer that we will address in this blog. This heavy-duty…
Read MoreDrum to Disc Brake Conversion Kit
Should I Convert from Drum Brakes to Disc Brakes? Disc brake conversions are becoming more and more popular these days, and for a good reason: A disc brake conversion is a great upgrade. If you’re wondering if you should convert your drum brakes over to disc brakes, the answer is a resounding yes. A drum-to-disc…
Read MoreHow to Install an Emergency Brake Kit
Steps to Add the Best Emergency Brake Kit for 3/4 Ton and 1 Ton Trucks Installing an emergency brake kit is easier than it sounds. The process goes like this: Got a Lugnut4x4 emergency brake kit you’re looking to install on your 4×4 vehicle? Whether you’re swapping to a 14 bolt axle, converting to disc…
Read MoreRubber Brake Hoses vs Braided Stainless Steel Brake Hoses
Durability and Longevity: What are the Pros and Cons of Rubber and Stainless Steel Brake Hoses? Your car’s brake system is one of the most important safety features, so it’s important to keep it in good working order. One of the key components of your brake system is the brake hoses. Brake hoses are responsible…
Read MoreCost Of Changing Drum Brakes To Disc Brakes
Are you thinking about switching to disc brakes? Are you wondering how much it’ll cost? We wish we could give you a simple answer, but the cost of switching to disc brakes varies a lot. It depends on several factors: Brake hardware (i.e. any special brackets or conversion hardware you’ll need) Whether or not the…
Read MoreReplacing Old Brake Drums Isn’t Always Easy – One More Reason To Convert To Disc
Do you have old brake drums that need replacing? If so, you may want to consider switching to disc brakes. Is it worth going through the process of converting to disc brakes? We think it is, for many different reasons. Let’s talk about some of them: 1. It’s Possible That They Don’t Make Replacement Drums…
Read MoreCan You Save Money Building Your Own DIY Disc Brake Conversion Kit?
When you want to convert to disc brakes, you have three options: Buy the brackets and source the rest of the components Make your own brackets and source all the components yourself Buy a complete disc brake conversion kit A lot of people believe that building your own DIY disc brake conversion kit is cheaper…
Read MoreJB6 vs JB7 Calipers – What You Need To Know
If you’re looking at one of our disc brake conversion kits, you may be wondering about the difference between our JB6 and JB7 brake calipers. Both are popular with truck and large SUV owners, but there are pros and cons to each caliper. Here’s some information to help you decide which one is better for you,…
Read MoreWhy You Should Keep Your Disc Brake Conversion Brake Hoses 18” or Shorter
Are you upgrading the drum brakes on your truck? Or upgrading the brakes on a solid axle so you can swap into another vehicle? If so, you might be looking for a set of brake hoses that more than 12” in length. While you can definitely find extended length brake hoses, we recommend keeping brake hoses…
Read MoreOur New and Improved Kit For 6 Lug 14 Bolt Axles
When we first got started, we sold a 14 bolt 6 lug disc brake conversion kit that we didn’t love. The kit was designed in such a way that the rotor was mounted behind the axle flange. So, to replace the rotors, you had to pull the axle. While the kit worked just fine, we…
Read MoreDIY 14-Bolt Axle Disc Brake Conversion Kit
Are you ready to begin your disc brake conversion? We put together this handy guide to help you out. While this guide focuses on the 14 bolt full float, it can also be used with most other full float axles. The only major difference is that Jeep and Chevy Dana 60 rear axles have 7…
Read MoreThe Main Causes of Drum Brake Failure
Drum brakes are supposed to last the life of your car (or about 100,000 miles), but sometimes they fail sooner than expected. Why, though? Self adjuster failure is the most likely cause.
Read More5 Great Reasons To Do A 14 Bolt Disc Brake Conversion
The drum brakes on GM 14 bolt axles are disappearing, and no one is going to miss them. Drum brakes have a lot of limitations, and 14 bolt disc brake conversion kits are more affordable than ever (click here to see for yourself). If you’re wondering what a 14 bolt axle is, you may not…
Read MoreFord Sterling 10.25 Disc Brake Kit Instructions
If you have a Ford Sterling 10.25 Disc Brake Kit or if you’re thinking about buying one, you might be wondering how to install the kit on your truck. That’s why we put together this guide.
Read MoreWhy Should You Convert to Disc Brakes
The benefits of disc brakes over drum brakes may shock you. They’re easier to repair, provide greater stopping power, and last longer than drum brakes. Drum brakes are cheaper, which is why your car may have them from the manufacturer.
Read MoreThe Best Price, Quality, Fast Shipping
The best price, quality, fast shipping I have always heard you can have 2 of the three important things: best price, quality, fast shipping. Many times in the past when shopping for something I have also found this to be true. I have never understood why people are like that, but it seems if they…
Read MoreGood Quality, Quick Service, Cheap Price
Never expect to something to be good quality, quick service, cheap price. I have always heard pick any two. To me when people say you can’t do something that is a challenge and I will do everything I can to prove them wrong. At Lugnut4x4 we do all three.
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