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Old 01-16-2021, 12:38 PM   #14
MikeB
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Re: Front brake conv. ??

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Originally Posted by kaycee View Post
What booster would be a good candidate for this ?
The factory used a single 11" booster, but an aftermarket dual 8" will work.

A stock one would have looked like this but was spaced out from the firewall with a bracket. Master cylinder bore diameter was 1-1/8" with power. Manual was probably 15/16" or 1".




Here's a dual 8" setup from MP Brakes. They also make a dual 9". These guys make their own brackets using an actual firewall and pedal assembly in the process. Their pre- and post-sales support is second to none.
https://www.mpbrakes.com/booster-mas...m-booster.asp?

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