Discs

Maverick disc spindles are the same as Granadas, 70+ mustangs and &4+ Comets. They require adapting to the larger tie rods, but there's no "lift" on the front end. Check out Mustang Steve for parts and more info. They also require larger hubs on the rotors so SS wheels won't fit.

 

I would not use Granada or Maverick spindles, period. Wrong steering geometry, wrong tie rod hole size, usually you need to replace the wheels, and of course you have to shell out for wheel alignment. The OEM 65-67 brakes bolt onto the stock spindles, which already have correct configuration, and of course you don't need a wheel alignment.

 

Maverick disc spindles are the same as Granadas, 70+ mustangs and &4+ Comets.

Sure about that one?

Thought the 70 Mustang were a D0ZA part and Granada didn't come out until 74-75, with a slightly different spindle that "can" fit, but is a different part with different geometry and mounting...

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You are correct that they are not the same. That said, The 70-73 disc brake spindle has the same (identical) steering and suspension geometry as the MAVERICK/Granada spindle. The 70-73 spindle has a slightly smaller taper diameter on the tie rod mount and the upper caliper mounting bolt hole is 9/16" vs 1/2" on the Granada, although the caliper bracket mounting configuration is otherwise identical. In fact, CSRP offers the 70-73 Mustang and Granada disc brake conversion/replacement systems using the SAME spindle. The Mustang caliper bracket is cast with a 1/2" mount and the Granada tie rod is used on both.

 

It amazes me that the same players continually offer the same misrepresentations.

THE FACTS

The spindle used on 75-50 Granada/Monarch and 74-77 Maverick/Comet have IDENTICAL geometry to ALL 67-73 spindles originally used on MUSTANG. The Granada type spindle is orders of magnitude more available than any 67-73 Mustang spindle, and thus it is far easier and less expensive to find a decent set.

The Granada and 67-73 MUSTANG spindles have slightly different steering geometry than a 65-66 V8 spindle. This can cause problems with achieving proper wheel alignment. There are better solutions available for the V8 65-66 application, including new OE style spindle. The Granada spindle remains a very good and economical solution for converting 6 cylinder 65-66 cars to V8 spec disc brakes.

In addition, there are caliper and rotor upgrades available for the Granada spindle, including SN95 type aluminum dual piston calipers and thicker rotors.

I find it interesting that a few of the prolific and knowledgeable posters here will constantly MISREPRESENT these facts, obviously to serve their commercial interest.

In answer to the OP. The 74-77 Maverick disc brake system, including spindles is a DIRECT bolt on system that will yield OE spec suspension and steering configuration on your 68. The 68 Mustangs 14" wheels will not fit the Maverick rotor's hub unless the bearing housing is turned down to 2.44". Before someone decries that hazard of turning the hub housing, keep in mind that the 68-73 housing is 2.44" in diameter and is taller than a Granada's (thus is weaker than the Granada's). Use the tie rods from the Maverick.

 

I knew about the wheel fitment issues. I already have aftermarket wheels. Thanks for the info degins.

I did a Scarebird conversion to one of my other cars and wasn't real fond of it.