power brake conversion
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power brake conversion
I have a 66 F100 with manual brakes and a single master cylinder. I intend to replace it with power brakes and a dual master cylinder. Will I require a proportioning valve (is that the right term?) with the new setup? Do I have one now and just not realize it? How do you adjust the valve to get the correct front and rear pressure?
Thanks,
Harvey
Thanks,
Harvey
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Harv, your question has been discussed many times here. Check through the archives, and if you still have questions, we'll help. :-)
John
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power brake conversion
You don't need to bother researching a proportioning valve, it is only used when you put disc brakes on the front and have the drums in the rear. Drum brakes all around don't need the valve to 'distribute' the line pressure. It is a terrific idea to go to the dual bowl master cylinder; the power booster will make the stops alot easier.
Lee
1965 F100 short box styleside
Lee
1965 F100 short box styleside
