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sorry about the other post I'm not sure what happened.
I'm ready to change my front end to newer version with disk brakes. Can I use the master cylinder off a newer truck as well?
I also was wondering about power steering and changing the whole system including the steering columm can I do this and how hard is it?
I have a choice of three different trucks to use a 75,77,79
for a donor truck is there a better choice ?
I'm ready to change my front end to newer version with disk brakes. Can I use the master cylinder off a newer truck as well?
I also was wondering about power steering and changing the whole system including the steering columm can I do this and how hard is it?
I have a choice of three different trucks to use a 75,77,79
for a donor truck is there a better choice ?
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Trev, Grab the master cyl. Most here would suggest that you use it for a core exchange on a reman. or new if you prefer. If you are just grabbing the brakes, it won't matter because all are the same from the factory. Find the donor with the tightest feeling front end and grab the complete I-beams and swap them with all the lines and mounting brackets.
You may want to add power steering too while you are converting to easier driving.
John
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In the cool still quite of night you can hear chevies rusting away.
You may want to add power steering too while you are converting to easier driving.
John
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In the cool still quite of night you can hear chevies rusting away.
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twr, I also advocate installing a power steering system when you do the brakes. The power steering gear is a good place to mount the proportioning valve and the brake/power steering lines. I prefer the original I beams because they have an adjustable steering stop and I use the original (Cast) radius arms. I think this old stuff just looks better. I install new king pins and bushings on the bench (easier since I'm not very flexible anymore). I core exchange the steering gear, master cylinder and calipers. Resurface the rotors, install new pads, tie rods, drag link, PS hoses, brake hoses, wheel bearings and seals and I make new steel lines to fit. If you can afford it replace the TS switch and horn brush. While the truck is on the road use a little kerosene and high pressure wash to clean the frame, fire wall and front part of the engine. Makes working on it a little more pleasant. Don't rush this job! I remove everything (column, I beams, radiator, master cylinder)and start reassembly by installing the steering gear box. It is a heavy SOB!
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