New to a Kodiak (Brake Question)

And new to this forum!

Ive been reading around and some great knowledge on this site, very impressive! I hate for my first post to be begging for help but I found this fourm by trying to google on my subject so I guess this is appropriate.

I rode most of my life but as time went on, more and more trails were being closed to quads and we drifted away from the sport. I recently picked up a 1996 Kodiak to help with chores around the house and of course for fun!

The brakes were shot on both front and back. I was able to rehab the rear drum and they work ok. The fronts are a lost cause as the drum and piston (? actuates the shoes) were busted up beyond repair.

After reading more on this, I thought converting to disc was the best option…maybe I am wrong… : )

I found some hubs/rotors/calipers off a 99 Kodiak for cheap but no spindles. Ive seen some 2000 Kodiak spindles on ebay but I am not sure they will fit with the 99 parts (part numbers are diff) or even fit on the 96.

I have the resources to make some mods if need be.

Anyone have an idea of what I should do??!?!!?

Thanks!
Mike B