As the title suggests, I have a '79 Fairmont with a 302, C4, and the dreaded 2.26:1-geared 7.5" rear. When I got it, it had already been converted to 5-lug, using Ranger axles in the rear and what I assume are Ranger/Aerostar rotors in front. To put it mildly, the brakes suck. Front rotors are horribly warped, so I figure it's time for them to go. The master may be part of the problem, but I have no idea about its history or origin. It does have a hard "wooden" feeling pedal, though.
What I would like to do is put the best stopping set of front brakes (using factory parts) on the car that will fit under aftermarket 15" aluminum wheels. I have some 15x7.5 Riken mesh wheels that I would like to use on it. I was thinking '94-'95 GT spindles and rotors and '99-'04 GT calipers. Is this my best option? Which master cylinder is the best for this combination and do I need to use a different ball joint and/or change the strut housing to make this all work, together?
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