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Post by fromthegrave65 on Oct 19, 2017 20:25:37 GMT -5
Hey guys, I know it's slow around here.
I guess it's time to address the brakes on the 65. Haven't fired it up in a couple months and went to pull it in the garage and no brake pedal, reservoir was almost empty. No sign of leakage anywhere. Not from shoe wear. Shoes have about 25 mi on them. Filled it up, instant pedal and still no leaks. Checked everywhere except inside the cylinders so far. But no leakage on tires, etc.
Anyways.....
Im ready to upgrade the braking system. For a driver, not high performance. Disc (front)....maybe. Depends on the overall cost and time. Dual reservoir for sure. I am on 14" SSII s and I know there are some issues with certain disc kits. At minimum - a dual master, dist block, new cylinders
Looking for something "bang for buck", but not at the cost of quality. Bolt-in would be great
Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Thanks,
John
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Post by joepadavano on Oct 20, 2017 10:09:10 GMT -5
Stock 1969-72 spindles and single piston calipers are the easiest bolt-on disc option and best bang for the buck. Used OEM spindles are best, but if you can't find them, the mini kit from Right Stuff has spindles, caliper brackets, and splash shields. Everything else (calipers, rotors, hoses, master cylinder) are available locally or from RockAuto. You'll want a 1967-72 11" booster if you plan to use power brakes. The early booster has too long a pushrod for the dual circuit M/C. You can either keep your drum brake distribution block and use the metering valve as used on the 67-70 cars (available repro) or replace the distro block with a 1971-up combo valve. You'll also want the hose brackets that bolt to the frame, as they are different for disc brake hoses. Inline sells them.
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Post by oldstata on Oct 22, 2017 19:03:57 GMT -5
I bought the right stuff kit
I bought off a company off eBay, with it being the right stuff brand. saved me almost 200 from buying straight from right stuff! I asked the sales lady about it and she basically said that they buy in bulk, so they can sell it at the lower rate.
I am sure warranty stuff maybe harder in the long run but that’s a chance I took
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Post by joepadavano on Oct 23, 2017 10:48:26 GMT -5
I bought off a company off eBay, with it being the right stuff brand. saved me almost 200 from buying straight from right stuff! The mini-kit I mentioned above only cost me about $150 from Right Stuff. I assume you are talking about a complete kit, which is different. |
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Post by oldstata on Oct 23, 2017 11:01:06 GMT -5
Joe, yes. Bought complete kit minus the hard brake lines.
Booster calipers brake pads beaded lines master and proportion valve spindles bearings backing plates
For 500 a few years ago
I realize I could save a few bucks buying parts like you mentioned above.
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Post by fromthegrave65 on Oct 26, 2017 18:08:38 GMT -5
Great info.
What do you guys think of the Inline Tube repro stuff? I notice they have a kit with everything for the front discs for about 500. I can rebuild the rears, and I'll probably reline the whole system while I'm at it.
Inline tube vs right stuff?
My brakes right now are manual. Real estate for the booster seems slim. Can anyone confirm that the 11" booster fits, or do I go with a 9"?
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Post by joepadavano on Oct 27, 2017 7:52:56 GMT -5
Great info. What do you guys think of the Inline Tube repro stuff? I notice they have a kit with everything for the front discs for about 500. I can rebuild the rears, and I'll probably reline the whole system while I'm at it. Inline tube vs right stuff? My brakes right now are manual. Real estate for the booster seems slim. Can anyone confirm that the 11" booster fits, or do I go with a 9"? They all sell the same Chinesium repro spindles and brackets. Shop for the lowest price. Factory booster for the 64-66 cars was 9". The 11" boosters were introduced in the 1967 model year, which is why 67 442s have one notched valve cover. |
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