{"product_id":"ford-sterling-disc-brake-bracket-pair-84-97","title":"Ford Sterling Disc Brake Bracket Pair 84-97","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFord Sterling Disc Brake Bracket Pair (’84–’97)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy bolt-on disc brake conversion for Ford Sterling SRW axles using affordable GM components.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brackets are designed for 1984–1997 full-float Ford Sterling single rear wheel axles with the 8x6.5 lug pattern. Built from heavy-duty 3\/8\" steel, they’re designed to accept 1973–1987 GM ¾-ton 4x4 front calipers with MKD153 pads, along with a 1996 Ford E350 van rear rotor (NAPA 4886799). Using GM components keeps the cost down compared to the Ford wedge system while still delivering reliable stopping power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brackets mount inside of the flange, closest to the differential, and come with a spacer for later model axles. In 1994, Ford changed the inner bearing width on Sterling axles, so a ¼\" spacer may be required for proper alignment — included with every kit. Like all our brake brackets, these are sold in pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart Number: R1146\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1984–1997 Ford Sterling SRW full-float axles (8x6.5 lug pattern)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/8\" thick steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses 1973–1987 GM ¾-ton 4x4 front calipers with MKD153 pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotor: NAPA 4886799 (1996 Ford E350 Van Rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacer included for 1994–1997 Sterling axles with wider inner bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts inside flange closest to the differential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold in pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver-side Sterling disc brake bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassenger-side Sterling disc brake bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4\" spacer (for 1994–1997 axles if required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Parts\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ruffstuffspecialties.com\/products\/r2236?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=GM+Dual+Bleeder+Loaded+Brake+Calipers\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGM Dual Bleeder Loaded Brake Calipers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotor: NAPA 4886799 (1996 Ford E350 Van Rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake hose: H86572\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNote\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBolt-on installation. Fits SRW full-float Sterling axles only — will not work with metric lug pattern, semi-float, or dually axles. Requires minimum 16\" steel wheels with ≤ 4\" backspacing. Always verify axle year and bearing width; use included spacer on 1994–1997 models if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RuffStuff Specialties","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53429632041233,"sku":"R1146-Kit-1","price":64.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/9667\/2273\/files\/R1146-ford-sterling-disc-brake-bracket-pair-84-97-ruffstuff-specialties-1.webp?v=1776410858","url":"https:\/\/4x420-4-7.com\/products\/ford-sterling-disc-brake-bracket-pair-84-97","provider":"4X420 Offroad","version":"1.0","type":"link"}