hey guys just wondering if anyone has done the disc brake conversion on the datsun 1000 as im looking to do it on my 1000 ute. thanks.

Hey mate
I think the maddat kit is the best way to go atleast you know you have everything and instructions on how to put in together
Plus i would like to know my brakes are right
This link is for the kit
http://www.maddat.com.au/other.php

You can do several cheap conversions also
1. Sigma/1200 conversion
Use Sigma 1978-80 GE calipers, disc rotors and brackets.
Get some Datsun 1200 coupe disc brake hubs.
re-drill bracket holes to clear caliper from tie rods
weld up old holes and then grind it smooth
Machine centre of disc 3mm from 67 to 70mm
Final piece is install 1200/120y or similar dual brake master cylinder
Then all bolts up, bleed it and go for gold

2. Probably easier but not sure whats involved (ask Leith I think its his baby?)
It goes something like rear of Pintara / Skyline disc rotors and brackets
and some kind of commonhore calipers from either VN-VP?
Someone can fill in or correct my bad memory

good stuff dunno what sorta drive train you'll be running but thats what diff all the 1200 guys use with the ca18 conversions, im running r31 rear calipers on the front so i found out here's a link - http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=48108&forum=2&post_id=339635#forumpost339635 you can still run 13" wheels with that setup

yea im in the same boat as you mate haven't had any real spare cash to spend on my ute just been collecting small hard to get parts for it. i've owned it for 18 months now and only got to drive it for about half that before the bonnet unlatched and smashed into the roof, pretty well got the shits after finding it hard to get another bonnet and now i've got 4 i think lol but now i've got no where to work on my car until my sheds done :-( haha

Absolutely Id rather spend 900 dollars on all round disc brakes
using the pintaras rear and commonho calipers all round.
The dual brake master cylinder (DBMC) is the main expense but when
you consider most single master cylinders are leaking its not
really an expense but part of servicing.
Good VS calipers are 60-80 for 2 pairs, Pinnie caliper brackets
are 20 for four and new Pinnie rear discs about 120 for four.
All up 200-250 you can have discs all round price ex DMBC.
Will all fit 13inch wheels if you grind a 1-2mm off caliper cooling fins.

I'm about to fit 120Y discs to the front of mine. There's  a bloke I know who's been racing a 1000 coupe for years and he's made me the same kit he uses. So far it's cost me $180. I'll take some photos (with a proper camera) when i get started.

So, if you want to run your 12 inch rims what disc packages are you optioned with? Just the 120y or 1200 disc setup? And the brackets. Does anyone have any pictures of the bracket?

http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=52204&viewmode=flat&order=ASC&type=&mode=0&start=0

there's 2 setups on this thread, i like the sikynes r32 setup im gonna look into it as it would be the easiest and also its two pot front and single pot rear will probably need to be boosted tho not sure and also can still fit 13's over them

specs-

modified 200b strut
r32 calipers
Willwood 265mm x 29mm disc

Rears are also r32 with willwood rotors by the look of it



Obviously our thou's dont have struts but couldn't be that hard to adapt

Heres some photos and a short description of what I did, just let me know if anyone wants more info or tips.
 
I bought my set of r31 discs from ebay, cost $90 + $30 postage, alot cheaper then any wreckers i rang.
 
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Nissan-R31-REAR-disc-brakes-convert-datsun-1600-1200-/260825384280?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3cba678558
 
I just disassembled and cleaned and rubber greased all the seals and they are all good. Disassemble your front brakes, and keep the hubs and the brake hoses. Get the stock r31 rear caliper mounting brackets and and use the old bolt locking plate as a guide, mark the 3 holes you need to drill.

1 of the stock holes you can use but you will need to widen the hole to line up. You will need to grind a small amount off the bracket to fit the steering drop arm.

Then mount the caliper mounting bracket with the original bolts from the drums. Then mount the hub and disc on spindle and mount the caliper.


Then for the brake hose, remove the original ones and remove the banjo fitting off the end so it will screw straight into the caliper. Finally mount the hoses and bleed.


Simple as that, I've got a few photos at the moment but I'll be removing the brakes to paint everything so I'll take some more detailed photos. Cheers

and if you put them in front of the wheel instead of trailing, you don't need to grind the bracket..