Author Topic: Dual master Cylinder?  (Read 1283 times)

IowaTom

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Dual master Cylinder?
« on: June 02, 2015, 04:43:54 PM »
Now that I've got the front of my car off, back to the firewall, I see there's a wedge of frame in which the m/c sits.  Doesn't look like there's enough room for a dual set up.  Wondering if anyone has tried it?
 
Years ago I had a '58 chebby and had to do a panic stop.  Brake line ruptured and pedal went to the floor, producing a shall we say "trouser chili" moment.  From then on I've become more concerned about stopping than going and every car I've owned since, I have replumbed the lines and installed a dual system.  Was hoping there might be hope for my '54.

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Re: Dual master Cylinder?
« Reply #1 on: June 03, 2015, 10:46:42 AM »
If you can't find a way to retrofit a dual master cylinder, I'd say the second best alternative would be to inspect the rubber lines every few months. A brake line rupture often will be preceded by a bubble or other obvious defect in the rubber. Same goes for rusty looking steel lines. If you see anything questionable, replace it.

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Re: Dual master Cylinder?
« Reply #2 on: June 03, 2015, 11:29:39 AM »
You might like to take a look at one of these. They go in a tight fit and are remote fill. I installed one but not a dual in a Henry J.

http://static.speedwaymotors.com/pdf/835-2607563.pdf
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Re: Dual master Cylinder?
« Reply #3 on: June 04, 2015, 09:11:28 AM »
Great suggestions, guys, thanks!

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Re: Dual master Cylinder?
« Reply #4 on: July 07, 2015, 08:19:00 PM »
You might like to take a look at one of these. They go in a tight fit and are remote fill. I installed one but not a dual in a Henry J.

http://static.speedwaymotors.com/pdf/835-2607563.pdf

Did you get a kit with a conversion bracket, like this one on kaiserwillys.com?
http://www.kaiserwillys.com/product/2298/willys-jeep-brakes-master-cylinders-parts-accessories
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