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RollinKaos · 01-27-2011, 01:19 AM

Does this even make sense to do? I have a '63 currently with 4 wheel drum brakes. I want to go front discs and drop spindles but really dont want to spend the money right now. I have a 77 blazer that I am parting out. I was considering using the booster and master cylinder off of it on my truck. I realise this will not give me more stopping power just a less force on the pedal.

My questions are basically ... Is this a waste of time? If I do this can I still use the 2 chamber master. I am thinking I will need to get a different proportioning valve (CPP?) for a drum / drum set up if I do. Thoughts?

**Captainfab** · 01-27-2011, 01:42 AM

You can use the '77 booster, many guys do. You will just have to drill some holes to mount it. As for a master cylinder, what I am using is one for a '67-'70 with power brakes. I also use the 'proportioning valve' from the same '67'-'70 truck. I don't know if it is actually a proportioning valve, but more of a distribution block.

RollinKaos · 01-29-2011, 07:00 PM

Thank you sir.

oldblue1968chevy · 01-29-2011, 10:12 PM

Ive gotta 72 MC PROP VALVE BOOSTER/BRACKETS for sale, PM me

Heater63 · 01-30-2011, 01:54 AM

As long as your running drum/drum, you just need a distribution block, as all wheels need to "see" the same pressure at the wheel cylinders.

It's when you install front disc's that you will need to install an adjustable proportioning valve, as the disc's and drum require significantly different pressures.

hardwaa · 01-30-2011, 10:26 AM

I used the proportining valve out of a squarebody on my truck. At first I had 1972 chevy truck master and booster that I bought new from NAPA. I searched for the stock bracket to mount the booster to firewall which made the instalation a snap. Eventually I took of booster and bracket off now just have 1972 master bolted to firewall. With my biasply tires I wanted more feel of my brakes plus it looks way cleaner. My proportining valve is tucked inside drivers frame in front of upper A-arm.

Not the best pics below but you can see the difference. Hope this helps??

RollinKaos · 01-30-2011, 06:27 PM

Looks cool. I am just looking for a little more driveability. I honestly dont mind the 4 wheel drum brakes. I am going to go with a 5 speed tranny this summer too. Just want to make it more fwy speed friendly.

01-27-2011, 01:19 AM	#1
RollinKaos Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Littlerock, Ca Posts: 72	Power Booster Does this even make sense to do? I have a '63 currently with 4 wheel drum brakes. I want to go front discs and drop spindles but really dont want to spend the money right now. I have a 77 blazer that I am parting out. I was considering using the booster and master cylinder off of it on my truck. I realise this will not give me more stopping power just a less force on the pedal. My questions are basically ... Is this a waste of time? If I do this can I still use the 2 chamber master. I am thinking I will need to get a different proportioning valve (CPP?) for a drum / drum set up if I do. Thoughts? __________________ Betty : '63 Fleetside Longbed 350 w/ 4 speed CPP 3/5 drop with front sway bar.

01-27-2011, 01:42 AM	#2
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Power Booster You can use the '77 booster, many guys do. You will just have to drill some holes to mount it. As for a master cylinder, what I am using is one for a '67-'70 with power brakes. I also use the 'proportioning valve' from the same '67'-'70 truck. I don't know if it is actually a proportioning valve, but more of a distribution block. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

01-29-2011, 07:00 PM	#3
RollinKaos Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Littlerock, Ca Posts: 72	Re: Power Booster Thank you sir. __________________ Betty : '63 Fleetside Longbed 350 w/ 4 speed CPP 3/5 drop with front sway bar.

01-29-2011, 10:12 PM	#4
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Power Booster Ive gotta 72 MC PROP VALVE BOOSTER/BRACKETS for sale, PM me __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

01-30-2011, 01:54 AM	#5
Heater63 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: N Texas Posts: 580	Re: Power Booster As long as your running drum/drum, you just need a distribution block, as all wheels need to "see" the same pressure at the wheel cylinders. It's when you install front disc's that you will need to install an adjustable proportioning valve, as the disc's and drum require significantly different pressures. __________________ 292 + TKO500

01-30-2011, 10:26 AM	#6
hardwaa Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: gilbert, az Posts: 827	Re: Power Booster I used the proportining valve out of a squarebody on my truck. At first I had 1972 chevy truck master and booster that I bought new from NAPA. I searched for the stock bracket to mount the booster to firewall which made the instalation a snap. Eventually I took of booster and bracket off now just have 1972 master bolted to firewall. With my biasply tires I wanted more feel of my brakes plus it looks way cleaner. My proportining valve is tucked inside drivers frame in front of upper A-arm. Not the best pics below but you can see the difference. Hope this helps?? Attached Images __________________ I LOVE BURNOUTS:metal NO BOZO's

01-30-2011, 06:27 PM	#7
RollinKaos Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Littlerock, Ca Posts: 72	Re: Power Booster Looks cool. I am just looking for a little more driveability. I honestly dont mind the 4 wheel drum brakes. I am going to go with a 5 speed tranny this summer too. Just want to make it more fwy speed friendly. __________________ Betty : '63 Fleetside Longbed 350 w/ 4 speed CPP 3/5 drop with front sway bar.

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