Brake Upgrades
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I had brake problems, and I drive too fast to depend on the stock brakes. My first problem was the combination valve mounted on the frame. After 20+ years I could tell a buildup of sludge was in there. I couldn't blow air through it, so I knew brake fluid couldn't freely flow to the front calipers. Replacing it would be costly and I didn't need the built in drum brake proportioning valve. I replaced it with a simple distribution block from a 1967 Mustang, and a separate adjustable proportioning valve.
My second problem was finding a good rebuilt master cylinder. I didn't trust the rebuilt master cylinders using 20+ year old cores. So I choose a newer style aluminum master cylinder from a 2002 Ford Lightning Truck. It has larger 1-1/4" bore which fill the larger calipers pistons quicker. I am very happy with this decision, the whole system works great! I kept the stock power brake booster because I've never had a problem pushing the brake pedal.
PLEASE DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH, MY IDEAS MAY NOT WORK FOR YOU!
Master Cylinder
Adjustable Prop Valve
Stainless Steel Lines
Distribution Block
Stainless Steel Lines
Front Brake setup
