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    Help identify front end on 32 Ford Phaeton

     



    Can anyone help me identify the front end and axle on my 32 Ford Phaeton. I think it was built in Calif but not sure where or when. Any info is appreciated.
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    Just a guess, it could be a Bell
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    Quote Originally Posted by NTFDAY View Post
    Just a guess, it could be a Bell

    Thx for the reply. I am wanting to repair the disc brakes so am trying to figure out what they are so I can find the right parts.

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    That type of setup was very typical of stuff built in the '90s, so could be roughly from the late '80s to early 2000s. All common stuff. When you say "repair the brakes" that's a bit vague. For instance, the calipers are GM midsize from that era and earlier, fairly common (I think I even have one in my parts cabinet), the brackets for the caliper were made by a lot of folks, so no magic there. Anyway, if you're more specific you'll get better guidance.
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    Sorry, Uncle Bob, for the vagueness. I am trying to determine what make the disc brakes are so I can replace all replaceable parts. I recently started it and rolled it out of my garage to find I had no brakes. The rubber on the rear passenger side cylinder had deteriorated and all the fluid had leaked out. I replaced both rear wheel cylinders (drum brakes) after going to AutoZone and finding they were from a '70 Ford Torino. I will try to find something on the front disc brakes that will help me identify them so I can get the right parts. Thanks for the GM info. I am guessing it's got Nova disc brakes so I will go from there. Thank you for your help.

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    elynd,
    Welcome! I can't say where your front end came from, but if it's a Super Bell it may have come from Pete & Jakes. When I was doing my coupe I talked to Jason Slover (Son of Jerry, who bought the business from Pete) and got the following numbers that they use.
    Front Rotor - '84/85 Chrysler 5th Avenue or '78/80 LeBaron
    Caliper - '78/86 GM Intermediate Body (Chevelle)
    Grease Seal - Federal Mogul 5121
    Inner Bearing - L68149
    Outer Bearing - LM11949

    You might call Jason, 816 758-4504 Tech Support, and see if you can email him pictures to perhaps claim it or not.
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    Thanks, Roger. I talked with someone at Pete & Jakes when I replaced the bushings for the stabilizers on the rear axle. They were very helpful and sent me what I needed. I will contact them again. Thanks again for the info.

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    Looks like you're on a good path, and the calipers Roger listed are what I was also referring to, so at least we're consistent.''

    Just an additional thought. I know a lot of hot rod guys have retired to Havasu, and they used to have an annual '32 gathering there (pre covid) so you're living in a potentially resource rich neighborhood. If the social world there is opening up you should get into the scene there, get acquainted with the talent. Answers to future questions may be a cup of coffee away.
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