Power assist brakes or no
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Cross-Country
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From: U.P of Michigan
Power assist brakes or no
My plan is to install disc brakes on the front of my 49 F1. I also intend on swapping in an 8.8 from a 01 Explorer for the rear end. Rear end comes with disc brakes also. I'm looking for some insight from those that have done similar. Can't remember where, but I've heard that power brakes can be touchey with the type of foot pedals we have on these trucks. I have no desire to hang the pedals, just looking for opinions on whether power assist is a good or bad choice. Thanks, Bob
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I have front and rear disc brakes with a brake booster and found it nice to install a proportioning valve going to the rear brakes. It is adjustable and allows you to match front and rear stopping efforts. You just keep tweeking it until front and rear brakes lock up at the same time. I think it might be a Wildwood brand or something close to that name.
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I have 4 wheel discs with the explorer rear and a manual corvette master cylinder. My brakes work perfectly! I have no desire to go to power. I didn't go with power from the get go because I didnt think my engine would make enough vacuum, and I have no regrets with my decision.
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Mountain Pass
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I have mustang II with Disc in the front and Explorer with Disc in the back and really like the setup. So much nicer to have confidence when you hit the brakes and know you are going to stop where you expect to. I cannot imagine the leg strength required without the booster. If the master cylinder is staying below the cab you may want to do a remote fill while you are at it. You will also need the 2 psi residual pressure pressure valve on front and back lines to ensure the fluid stays where it is supposed to. I second Joe's comment on the proportioning valve to even the pressure between the front and back.
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Thanks to all that responded. I have always respected the advice available here. Had not heard of the residual valves before, but a lot of times the obvious isn't until somebody points it out. Had planned on the proportioning valve all along.
Bob
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