Changing Over To Bigger And Heavier Rotors/Calipers

[Caleoofer]

Changing Over From The Thinner Tires And Go Cart Rotors And Calipers...
The New Rotors, Calipers, Rims And Tires Are All Heavier Than What I/m Replacing...
Based By My Photos, Does The Front End Construction Look Strong Enough For The Upgrades?
I Notice Most T Buckets Have The Small Shocks Incorporated Into The Frames And Front Ends That
Have The Standard Size Equipment... I'm Running 15 Inch x 6 Rims at 5-3/4 Lugs ...
Will It Work? Suggestions?

 

[BossMan]

You're front end components look pretty typical with most T-buckets. The small shocks certainly help with dampening. If you're planning on driving at any significant speed, I would look into getting some dampening system in place. They're fairly easy to install and mount.

 

[Spanky]

That much additional unsprung weight will give the handling a different feel, but should not be a problem. I'm running 14 x 6's on my front and it is very roadworthy.

 

[RodStRace]

Weigh the parts and post the results. It will help others in the future! Share the knowledge.
The parts look pretty typical, so you should be okay. If you are adding 3/.4 ton truck stuff or 18 inch wheels, you might be pushing things!
This one was for sale in Las Vegas. 18 and 20 inch wheels. While the car is still light, unsprung corner weights still obey physics.

 

[Caleoofer]

Weigh the parts and post the results. It will help others in the future! Share the knowledge.
The parts look pretty typical, so you should be okay. If you are adding 3/.4 ton truck stuff or 18 inch wheels, you might be pushing things!
This one was for sale in Las Vegas. 18 and 20 inch wheels. While the car is still light, unsprung corner weights still obey physics.

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15 Inch x 6 Crager Rims at 5-3/4 Lugs? Speedway Motors Brake Kit, New Chevy Spindles, Rotors, And Calipers