Hey guys,
I am trying to find out what all would be involved in converting my 78 2wd F250 that has single piston front disc brakes to the dual piston type. I need a new vacuum booster and master cylinder, plus at least one new rotor right now so I thought it was a good time for the swap. If I go dual piston I was thinking of using the F350 booster, but want to know what else I will need. I am thinking calipers, rotors, and MC, but am unsure if I would need a different proportioning(?) valve, spindles, bearings, or lines.
I use the truck to tow a 4000lbs camper and would also like to know if it is even worth doing the swap or if I will not have much of a noticeable difference.

Thanks

 

Huge difference between the single piston & dual piston calipers......especially when towing.

 

I wonder if the spindles would be the same.

 

That's one of the things I'm not sure about. I'm wondering if the 2wd F250s that got the dual piston brakes because of their higher load rating got the spindles from an F350 or if they were all the same. Just want to be sure what all is involved before I dive in.

 

I have a 76 F250 HD and I'm getting new Calipers tomorrow and they are massive compared to the F150.I just bought it so I have no Idea like you. Have you tried the search button?