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Parts Pro Partners with LEED Brakes to Upgrade Navy Veteran’s Chevy C-10

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September 2024 – [Johnson City, TN] – Parts Pro, a leading marketing program dedicated to serving automotive retailers, is proud to announce a heartwarming collaboration with LEED Brakes to provide a significant performance upgrade to a retired U.S. Navy veteran’s classic Chevy C-10 truck. This partnership embodies our commitment to giving back to those who have served our country while showcasing top-tier aftermarket products that enhance the vehicle’s performance and aesthetics.

In this special project, LEED Brakes supplied a rear disc brake conversion kit, a crucial upgrade for improving the braking power and reliability of the Chevy C-10. Known for their high-performance brake systems, LEED Brakes’ products are engineered to deliver precision and safety, offering an exceptional driving experience for both daily drivers and classic car enthusiasts. This upgrade transformed the veteran’s truck into a more responsive and safer vehicle, ensuring that his beloved C-10 performs better on the road than ever before.

“When The AAM Group offered to partner with LEED Brakes for this feature project to showcase our products, we were thrilled. It is an honor for us to give back and support someone who has supported all of us at the highest level,” said George Eckford, Wholesale Sales Manager at LEED Brakes.

Complementing the brake upgrade, Cragar Wheels supplied a set of their iconic SS mag wheels. Known for their timeless design and exceptional durability, Cragar’s wheels added a bold visual statement to the veteran’s truck, bringing a perfect balance of performance and style. These wheels, synonymous with muscle cars and classic trucks, were the perfect finishing touch to enhance the Chevy C-10’s aesthetic appeal.

The Chevy C-10, a symbol of rugged American craftsmanship, holds a special place in the hearts of automotive enthusiasts. This collaboration between Parts Pro, LEED Brakes, and Cragar Wheels was not just about upgrading the vehicle—it was about honoring a dedicated veteran who served our nation. By providing these high-quality parts, we ensured that this classic truck remains a source of pride and joy for its owner for many years to come.

“At Parts Pro, we are always looking for opportunities to give back to the community and show our appreciation for those who have served,” said Tim Odom, President of The AAM Group. “Partnering with LEED Brakes and Cragar Wheels on this project allowed us to help a Navy veteran upgrade his truck with some of the best products in the industry, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the result.”

This project reflects Parts Pro’s dedication to fostering strong partnerships with our supplier partners to deliver outstanding products and services to jobbers and enthusiasts alike. Whether it’s performance enhancements or aesthetic upgrades, Parts Pro and its partners remain committed to delivering value and excellence.

For more information on Parts Pro and its wide range of automotive aftermarket solutions, visit www.partspro.com.

About Parts Pro / The AAM Group

Automotive Accessories Marketing USA, Inc. (The AAM Group) is the largest distribution group in the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) marketplace. Now in its 36th year, the corporation was founded by eight high-performance warehouse distributors that sought to achieve cooperative-scaled purchasing and marketing advantages. The AAM Group now counts 27 member companies operating 76 distribution centers throughout North America. 

Headquartered in Piney Flats, Tenn., The AAM Group manages product purchasing and marketing for distributors, resellers, and suppliers affiliated with four flagship retail marketing programs: Engine Pro, Parts Pro, Performance Corner®, and Total Truck Centers. Leveraging a strategic blend of marketing tactics, including turnkey social media, local-optimized website design, physical store flyers, videography, and multi-channel news distribution, The AAM Group equips and influences local resellers on behalf of its members and supplier partners. 

Parts Pro is an industry-leading marketing program focused on helping independent automotive retailers thrive in the competitive aftermarket space. Through strategic partnerships, innovative marketing tools, and a commitment to supporting retailers, Parts Pro provides access to a wide range of performance parts and accessories.

About LEED Brakes

LEED brakes is committed to providing the highest quality Drum to Disc Brake Conversion Kits, Power Brake Boosters, Master Cylinders and Unique “problem solving” accessories for muscle cars, classic cars, trucks and street rods. We refuse to cut corners in any aspect of our business, from design engineering and materials, through to our industry expertise & support.  Before, during and after your purchase and installation we are with you to the finish line.

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Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of manufacturers with whom it has a business relationship.

LEED Brakes (RC4001): Rear Drum-to-Disc Brake Conversion Kit for Mopar 8 1/4, 9 1/4 Rear Axles

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Sporting all-new, high-quality, precision-machined components that are zinc plated to reduce corrosion, this rear disc conversion kit from LEED Brakes is a smart, reliable, safe upgrade for your Mopar vehicle with 8 1/4 or 9 1/4 rear axle.

This RC4001 kit contains everything you need to mount single-piston disc brakes to your application, including a heavy-duty parking brake caliper that will let you use most stock parking brake cables to actuate your parking brake.

Features

  • For Mopar applications with 8 1/4, 9 1/4 rear axles
  • Rear drum-to-disc brake conversion kit
  • Conversion adds safety, reliability, and performance.
  • All-new, precision-machined components
  • Zinc-plated to reduce corrosion and extend life
  • HD parking brake caliper allows use of most stock parking brake cables.
LEED Brakes Rear Disc Conversion Kit for Mopar 8.25 9.25 Rear Axle RC4001

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LEED Brakes (BPG001): Brake Pressure Gauge Kit

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Easily diagnose a variety of brake issues with a Brake Pressure Gauge Kit from LEED Brakes. By checking brake pressure at the caliper or wheel cylinder, you can verify proper master cylinder bore size, check master cylinder and power booster function, determine mechanical vs. hydraulic issues, find faulty proportioning valves, uncover front-to-rear brake bias, and much more.

The LEED Brakes BPG001 Brake Pressure Gauge Kit includes a brake pressure gauge, six adapters (5/16-24, 3/8-24, M7x1.0, M8x1.25, M10x1.0 & M10x1.5), instructions, and a solutions guide to help you fix what you find.

Features

  • Diagnose a variety of brake issues
  • Check pressure at caliper or wheel cylinder
  • Brake pressure gauge
  • 6 adapters: 5/16-24, 3/8-24, M7x1.0, M8x1.25, M10x1.0, and M10x1.5
  • Instructions
  • Solutions guide
LEED Brakes Brake Pressure Gauge Kit BPG001

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LEED Brakes: Power Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit for 1970 Mustang/Cougar

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This LEED Brakes power disc brake conversion kit (PN RFC0003-3405AX) provides everything needed to mount red powder-coated, factory-style, four-piston disc brakes to your 1970 Mustang/Cougar drum brake spindles—with all the safety, reliability, and performance you desire.

LEED Brakes designed this kit to be an upgrade to its standard kit, adding the company’s MaxGrip XDS cross-drilled and slotted rotors plus braided hoses. Easily mounts to factory mounting locations using all-new, high-quality, precision-machined components. Includes step-by-step instructions and tech support.

Note: Automatic transmissions only.

Features

  • For 1970 Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar with automatic transmission
  • Drilled rotors and red powder-coated calipers
  • Easy, bolt-on installation to factory mounting locations
  • Factory look
  • All-new components
LEED Brakes Power Disc Conversion Kit for 1970 Mustang Cougar RFC0003-3405AX

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LEED Brakes: COMPACT10 Power Brake Booster Kits for ’67-’72 C10/K10 Trucks

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With their compact profiles, the redesigned COMPACT10 power brake booster kits from LEED Brakes offer better clearance for aftermarket wheel wells and larger engine configurations. COMPACT10 kits provide a direct fit to stock firewalls and brake pedals and are available in 7” and 8” dual-diaphragms (1 1/8” bore master cylinder standard). Additional options include disc/drum, four-wheel disc, and fully adjustable proportioning valves.

LEED Brakes has two finishes to choose from: Yellow Cadmium plating with cast iron master or Chrome with aluminum master.

Features

  • For 1967–1972 C10 and K10 trucks
  • Slim design offers improved clearance for nonstock engines and wheel tubs.
  • Direct fit to stock firewall and brake pedal
  • 7” and 8” dual-diaphragm configurations
  • 1 1/8” bore master cylinder: cast iron in Yellow Cadmium and aluminum in Chrome
  • Also available with disc/drum, four-wheel disc, or fully adjustable proportioning valves
LEED Brakes COMPACT10 Power Brake Booster Kits for 67-72 CK 10 Trucks

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LEED Brakes: GM 10-Bolt Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kits for Three-Bolt Flange Axles

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LEED Brakes gives you the power to add the safety, reliability, and performance of rear disc brakes to your vehicle with its GM 10-bolt rear drum–to–disc brake conversion kits. You get everything you need to mount single-piston disc brakes to your GM 10-bolt 7.5” or 8.5” rear axle. All components are quality, new, and precision machined, with a zinc-plated finish to reduce corrosion and extend the life of your brake system. The heavy-duty parking brake caliper will let you use your stock parking brake cables to actuate your parking brake.

Kits available for 1978–1987 G-body/S10 and 1982–1992 Camaro/Firebird (including upgraded versions with MaxGrip XDS rotors).

Features

  • For GM 10-bolt 7.5” or 8.5” rear axle applications.
  • Bolt directly to axle housings with no modifications.
  • All-new, quality, precision-machined components with zinc-plated finish.
  • Includes heavy-duty parking brake caliper.
  • Several kits for various applications available.
LEED Brakes GM 10 Bolt Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit for Three Bolt Flange Axles RC1009X

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LEED Brakes: Power Disc Brake Conversion Kit with Pre-Bent Brake Line for ’65-’66 Ford Mustang

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Drum-to–power disc conversion kit from LEED Brakes adds safety, reliability, and performance to your 1965–1966 Ford Mustang. The FC0001-H405ALK kit gives you everything you need to mount factory-style four-piston disc brakes to your Mustang’s original drum brake spindles—with no cutting, drilling, or welding required. Enthusiasts also get a complete pre-bent Ford brake line kit that fits both single- and dual-exhaust applications. All components are new, high-quality, precision-machined products. All-in-all, a great kit with a factory look and easy installation.

Note: For vehicles with automatic transmission; however, will fit most manual shift cars equipped with aftermarket cable-style clutch.

Features

  • For 1965–1966 Ford Mustang.
  • Mount four-piston disc brakes to original drum brake spindles.
  • Bolt-on installation: no cutting, drilling, or welding.
  • Includes pre-bent Ford brake line kit (single- and dual-exhaust applications).
  • Automatic transmissions only (or manuals equipped with aftermarket cable-style clutch).

LEED Brakes Power Disc Brake Conversion Kit with Pre-Bent Brake Line

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LEED Brakes (FC2001SM): Spindle-Mount Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit for Mopar A-Body

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Front disc brake conversion kit from LEED Brakes adds safety, reliability and performance to your Mopar A-body with 10” drum brake spindles. The FC2001SM kit provides everything you need to bolt on factory-style, four-piston disc brakes to original drum brake spindles—no cutting or welding required. All-new, high-quality, precision-machined components.

Features

  • For Mopar A-body with 10” drum brake spindles.
  • Large 5” x 4” bolt pattern only.
  • Bolt-on installation: no welding or cutting needed.

LEED Brakes Spindle Mount Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit for Mopar A-Body

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