{"product_id":"crane-axle-rear-gm-dana-60-front-wilwood-brake-kit-4-piston","title":"GM Dana 60 Lightweight Wilwood Brake Kit - 4-Piston, Kingpin 8-Lug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCrane Axle GM Dana 60 Lightweight Wilwood Brake Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces the heavy factory-style 1-ton brake package with a lighter, performance-focused braking system for GM-pattern Dana 60 kingpin axle applications. Built around Wilwood 4-piston calipers and 13.5\" rotors, this package reduces unsprung weight while providing the braking control and thermal capacity needed for rock crawlers, Ultra4 cars, trail rigs, and custom off-road builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weld-on system is designed for GM-pattern kingpin knuckles using OE-style 8-lug hubs and is compatible with factory GM knuckles along with many aftermarket replacements. Compared with a typical 3\/4-ton brake conversion, the package saves approximately \u003cstrong\u003e36.5 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping the suspension react more effectively while retaining the stopping power required for large tires and demanding terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) GM Dana 60 Weld-On Caliper Brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) Wilwood 4-Piston Calipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) 13.5\" Wilwood Rotors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(2) Crane Axle Brake Hats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Set of Brake Pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaliper Mounting Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n\u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"custom-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrake Kit Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight Weld-On Disc Brake Conversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAxle Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM-Pattern Dana 60 Kingpin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHub Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOE-Style 8-Lug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalipers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWilwood 4-Piston\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotor Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrake Hats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrane Axle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaliper Brackets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8\" High-Strength Plate Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBracket Installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeld-On\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate Weight Savings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36.5 lbs Compared with Typical 3\/4-Ton Brake Conversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Wheel Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17\"+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRock Crawling, Ultra4, Racing \u0026amp; Performance Off-Road\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n\u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"custom-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAxle Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eK30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979–1987\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM Dana 60 Kingpin Front Axle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eK30 Crew Cab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988–1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM Dana 60 Kingpin Front Axle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for GM-pattern Dana 60 kingpin knuckles using OE-style 8-lug wheel hubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with OEM GM Dana 60 kingpin knuckles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with many aftermarket GM-pattern kingpin knuckles, including Crane Axle, Reid Racing, and Solid Axle Industries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires weld-on caliper bracket installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires 17\" or larger wheels for rotor and caliper clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify hub, rotor, wheel, steering, and suspension clearance before final installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot intended as a universal bolt-on brake kit for every Dana 60 configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n\u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much weight does this Dana 60 brake kit save?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package saves approximately 36.5 lbs compared with a typical 3\/4-ton brake conversion. Reducing unsprung weight allows the suspension to respond more quickly and can improve wheel control over rough terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this brake kit fit factory GM Dana 60 kingpin knuckles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The kit is designed around GM-pattern Dana 60 kingpin knuckles and OE-style 8-lug hubs. It also works with many aftermarket GM-pattern kingpin knuckles from manufacturers such as Crane Axle, Reid Racing, and Solid Axle Industries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size wheels are required with the 13.5\" Wilwood rotors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 17\" or larger wheel is required for rotor and caliper clearance. Actual clearance can vary by wheel design and backspacing, so the complete brake and wheel package should be checked before final assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use a 4-piston Wilwood caliper on an off-road Dana 60?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 4-piston fixed caliper applies more even pressure across the brake pads and provides predictable modulation under changing traction conditions. This is especially useful for technical crawling, high-speed off-road driving, and vehicles running large tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this Dana 60 brake kit require welding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The included 3\/8\" high-strength steel caliper brackets are weld-on components. 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