Brake question

[Lynn Eades]

What size bore is the Master cyl.?
My guess is it is 1 1/4" (Thinking out loud. Not really relevant)

For the 1 3/8" bore wheel cylinder there will be less pressure applied to the shoe, than with the 1 1/2" bore cylinder, for any given pedal pressure.
Basically you will get used to it, either way.
The linings you choose will possibly make a more noticeable difference.

I will also make use of the Trump indemnity, Just in case (Thanks Bob!)

[Phil Waterman]

Hi Harry

Without getting out my hydraulics hand book, I want to say that going with large wheel cylinders is going to effect how much peddle travel will be needed.

As has been said how hard or soft the brake linings are will effect braking more. To me softer is better, preference to waring shoes instead of drums.

With all three of my CMPs brake adjustment is the biggest factor in brake performance. It's the difference between being able to lock up all 4 wheels if needed. Stopping without pumping the brakes.

But to Bobs question does the truck have brake booster?

Cheers Phil

[Harry Moon]

Yes the truck has the original brake booster. The existing brakes do work fine but I picked up this axle with the larger brakes and it is in such good shape I want to do the upgrade. No real reason other than the challenge.