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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 07-03-2020, 06:18 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Too late---this has already been dragged...

Too late---this has already been dragged completely off-topic despite pleas to not bring 4WD conversion questions et al.

Oh well......I'll try to stop replying which won't stop the off-topic...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 06-21-2020, 04:20 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Thanks for the comments OBC---glad to see someone...

Thanks for the comments OBC---glad to see someone understanding the scope of the thread.

I'm completely out of my wheel house about parts or procedures related to 4WD.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 06-20-2020, 08:44 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
100% Correct----there's nothing I've posted even...

100% Correct----there's nothing I've posted even remotely suggesting this pre-2008 brake upgrade applied in any way shape, fashion or form to a Dyna-Trac 4WD front axle.



Ya know typically I...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 06-05-2020, 04:16 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
I'm a bit sad to see this thread being dragged...

I'm a bit sad to see this thread being dragged into areas it was never intended to address. I'll say it once again if you want to upgrade pre-2008 E250's to the 2008 and later E250 brakes this...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-16-2020, 10:21 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Absolutely correct so why you're seeking...

Absolutely correct so why you're seeking non-standard dimensions eludes me---he who initiated and has performed this upgrade/modification.

The 16" steel wheels that were OEM to the E-Series fit,...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-06-2020, 01:01 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
There is a tool used to release the cables where...

There is a tool used to release the cables where they snap into the bracket holding them to the axle, where they then attach to the pivoting mechanism that in turns expands the shoes. Once the...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-06-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Someone else may have experience with parking...

Someone else may have experience with parking brakes but my WAG is you'll have to remove the wheels to access the small window in the rear rotors to back off the adjusting screws which should in turn...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 05-06-2020, 11:50 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
I don't know your year, the current mileage or...

I don't know your year, the current mileage or anything else about whatever van is under consideration for this upgrade. That being said.........

Using the parts I've listed gets you the swap...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-26-2020, 04:39 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Lash I may have misunderstood something---are you...

Lash I may have misunderstood something---are you using the new hose part numbers I provided or just re-using those from the '07 and earlier models?

Still with the 6" lift I don't know the newer...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-26-2020, 09:46 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Well that's a good question but I didn't have the...

Well that's a good question but I didn't have the lift issue to deal with either. My first thought is its better to the flexible brake line ends keyed as they exist stock to keep the lines from...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-26-2020, 08:37 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
I might have accidentally solved this for you...

I might have accidentally solved this for you Lash. :)

Here's two images I have of the new OEM 2008 flexible brake line as installed on my own 2003 E250 EB.

Rotating the hose seems to be...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-26-2020, 08:14 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Do you have any other views of what's giving you...

Do you have any other views of what's giving you problems Lashidalgo? I don't remember having any issues with the newer parts pretty much dropping right into place.

Mind you its been 6+ years...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-14-2020, 08:40 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
All things considered that would definitely be...

All things considered that would definitely be the way to go. When I did my '08 upgrade I replaced ball joints and every other steering part, complete cost of parts alone added about $375 to my...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-08-2020, 12:59 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
The rotors are either left or right---unlike the...

The rotors are either left or right---unlike the calipers they're not left or right side specific. When I ordered mine they simply sent me two parts, no mention of which side they supposedly fit.
...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-07-2020, 12:51 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
This ^^^ would be the way to go! :d5: The...

This ^^^ would be the way to go! :d5:

The new style brake lines should be OEM, not cheap but due their importance well worth the cost.

You'd have to crate or palletize these assemblies and have...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-07-2020, 05:09 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Hey Joe---where ya goin' with that (impact) gun...

Hey Joe---where ya goin' with that (impact) gun in your hand? :)

My van is an '03 E250 EB with standard 2WD.

Joe its been just about 7 years since I did this swap so most of the non-dealer...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 04-06-2020, 05:34 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
I'd contact a local Ford dealer for the...

I'd contact a local Ford dealer for the calipers----they might come loaded or unloaded meaning with or without pads. As much as I dislike RockAuto I'd check with them for Motorcraft parts then see...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 08-23-2018, 11:38 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Martin I can upload more images of the '08...

Martin I can upload more images of the '08 calipers & rotors temporarily installed on a stock 16" Ford factory steel wheel if that might be helpful? In fact I'll probably upload nearly every image I...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 06-12-2015, 03:33 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Re: E250 Brake Upgrade Finished Now With Photos!

Regarding stock steel wheels---I believe I posted photos showing how the rotors with calipers temporarily installed fit---there is more than enough clearance for proper operation with this upgrade.
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 12-24-2014, 07:45 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Re: E250 Brake Upgrade Finished Now With Photos!

Thanks for the Hellwig info CB---I know we've talked about part numbers etc before but this new bit of info might get me closer to a heavier rear bar.

I'm wondering what sort of lug nuts are...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 12-24-2014, 04:58 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Re: E250 Brake Upgrade Finished Now With Photos!

I'd love to have the E450 or larger rear bar. Since I now know those would physically fit my axle (width-wise) I'll go on the hunt for one, whether new or slightly used, scrap yard et al

I was...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 12-23-2014, 06:16 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Re: E250 Brake Upgrade Finished Now With Photos!

I can't see why a stronger ?? rear bar would be detrimental.

Not sure when rear discs became standard on the E-Series, just going by my '00 (drum) and '03 for comparison (disc).
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 12-23-2014, 04:05 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Re: E250 Brake Upgrade Finished Now With Photos!

Hey Viva----glad to hear you too have joined the "bigger is better club"---at least in the front brakes thing. :a1: If the complete front end swap would have been possible I'd have done that...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 12-20-2013, 04:45 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Re: E250 Brake Upgrade Finished Now With Photos!

Bumping this up for a brief update.............

After about 6 weeks into this swap I've got to say its one of the best upgrades ever! Despite rear brakes needing done there's quite a confident...
Forum: Engines and Drivetrain 11-08-2013, 03:30 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 26,185
Posted By JWA
Re: E250 Brake Upgrade Finished Now With Photos!

Thanks CarringB---the second link adds to the whole knowledge base and makes a lot of sense.

As with so many things mechanical now that the fronts are finished the rear pads and rotors seem to...
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