1973 Mustang Brakes
Upgrade Your 1973 Mustang's Brakes for Reliable Stopping Power
Baer Brakes IronSport Rear Disc Conversion Kit Mustang 65-73 8"/ 9" Small Bearing$808.95 MSRP $1,012.95
1973 Mustang Brakes
You don't ever want to wonder whether or not your 1973 Mustang's brakes will work. When it comes to safety systems, brakes are quite possibly the most important. Fortunately, with regular maintenance, you can keep your Mustang's brake system operational. If you increase your horsepower and speed, you may also want to increase your stopping power with modern upgrades.
Keep Your Brakes Up To Date
Regular checks of your Mustang's brake system should uncover any issues with brake hardware or your brake lines. You'll also want to routinely bleed your brakes to eliminate any air bubbles which can cause a mushy brake feel.
For crisp stops, you'll also want to regularly evaluate your pads and rotors (for disc brakes) and your shoes and drums (for drum brakes). These parts will need to be replaced at regular intervals. If you're looking for a boost in stopping power that doesn't require substantial modification, then upgrading these parts is a great choice. There are a lot of different friction materials available which can improve brake performance.
For serious stopping power, you should consider big brake kits. These high-performance disc brake kits offer features designed to improve performance. A lot of people also just love the look of a big brake, and they definitely offer a style upgrade in addition to a performance one.
Not the year you're looking for? Check out these years: 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, or 1972 for additional options.
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