disc conversion

Postby mo-is-beta » 23 Feb 2008 18:17

I'm ready to convert to disc up front, when looking at the different kits online, some want to know if I already have power brakes. The kits come with new booster,master,and portioning valve, so does it really matter what I have now??
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Postby dave-r » 23 Feb 2008 20:48

The factory power booster and master cylinder is mounted higher on the bulkhead and operated via a bellcrank assembly from the brake pedal.

Manual brakes have the master cylinder mounted a few inches lower and are operated directly from the pedal.

This difference probably effects the kit you get.

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Postby mo-is-beta » 23 Feb 2008 21:37

I have power brakes already. if i really wanted, could I keep my current booster and just replace the master and add a protioning valve??
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Postby dave-r » 24 Feb 2008 9:57

Yes.
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Postby mo-is-beta » 24 Feb 2008 21:16

Thanks for the help.

ebay has several complete kits, doe's anyone have an opinion on those good or bad?
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