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Wallee · 09-07-2012, 01:12 PM

Just got my 69 yesterday and an so excited and ready to get it on the road! Right now first thing I have to tackle is fixing the brakes, guy I bought it from said that the rubber hose on the rear to the brakes was causing the brakes to be "soft." so I need to figure out how to get them back right, you can pump then and get them to stop but it's defiantly not safe for the road, anyone out there to give me some advice on where I should start with the brake issue?
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Tomahawk30 · 09-07-2012, 01:19 PM

I'm no expert on brakes, so I won't make any suggestions there. I do want to welcome you do the board though! Congrats on your new purchase!!!

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Tomahawk30

I'm no expert on brakes, so I won't make any suggestions there. I do want to welcome you do the board though! Congrats on your new purchase!!!

Thanks so much! I have seen a lot of very nice trucks on here already!
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Tomahawk30 · 09-07-2012, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Wallee

Thanks so much! I have seen a lot of very nice trucks on here already!
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You'll spend DAYS just browsing picture threads... Make sure you check out the 4x4, Blazer/Jimmy, and Suburban pages as well. You'll be an addict in no time!

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Tomahawk30

You'll spend DAYS just browsing picture threads... Make sure you check out the 4x4, Blazer/Jimmy, and Suburban pages as well. You'll be an addict in no time!

I will check those out for sure!
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yuccales · 09-07-2012, 01:41 PM

Welcome! Since brakes are kinda important, I'd save up enough coin to do the job right. Change out your three brake hoses, do the wheel cylinders, shoes, master cylinder, check the drums for cracks, etc. Post some pics of your truck when you get a chance!

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by yuccales

Welcome! Since brakes are kinda important, I'd save up enough coin to do the job right. Change out your three brake hoses, do the wheel cylinders, shoes, master cylinder, check the drums for cracks, etc. Post some pics of your truck when you get a chance!

I will post pics tonight! You saying completely redo the brakes?
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OJ1988 · 09-07-2012, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Wallee

I will post pics tonight! You saying completely redo the brakes?
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I would. Who knows how long the parts have been on there. As said, brakes are kinda important, change them now and be safe!

Enjoy that 69! I drive mine everyday!

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by OJ1988

I would. Who knows how long the parts have been on there. As said, brakes are kinda important, change them now and be safe!

Enjoy that 69! I drive mine everyday!

I probably will cOmpletly redo them cause I plan On this being a everyday driver!
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**RenoKeene** · 09-07-2012, 02:17 PM

Welcome also from Central Florida! Yep, might as well do it all if you can. If you can't, save up some coin and have somebody else do it...gotta have brakes. At least do a visual inspection, you can download all kinds of how to info these days.
Now, how about those pics....

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 02:18 PM

If I am going to just completely redo them, what all do I need to replace?
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Wallee · 09-07-2012, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RenoKeene

Welcome also from Central Florida! Yep, might as well do it all if you can. If you can't, save up some coin and have somebody else do it...gotta have brakes. At least do a visual inspection, you can download all kinds of how to info these days.
Now, how about those pics....

Pics coming soon as I can take some after work today!
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DevilDog Aggie · 09-07-2012, 02:29 PM

Welcome from Texas! Brakes were pretty much the first thing I had to fix on mine. New MC/booster/cylinders etc.

OJ1988 · 09-07-2012, 02:30 PM

Watch out! I was going to replace my brakes, figured I should upgrade to disc on the front, figured I might as well rebuild the suspension, and steering, might as well upgrade engine and trans and so on and so on.

2.5 years later, I have a daily driver with a totally new drivetrain, brakes, suspension and steering!

Next ins interior and paint!

Its fun, but watch out for that snowball rolling down the hill!

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by OJ1988

Watch out! I was going to replace my brakes, figured I should upgrade to disc on the front, figured I might as well rebuild the suspension, and steering, might as well upgrade engine and trans and so on and so on.

2.5 years later, I have a daily driver with a totally new drivetrain, brakes, suspension and steering!

Next ins interior and paint!

Its fun, but watch out for that snowball rolling down the hill!

Oh I could see where it would kinda get addicting! Will start with the MC, boosters, and cylinders first XD
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**CC69Rat** · 09-07-2012, 03:21 PM

Sup buddy! Welcome to the forum.

Check out this link. I'm a firm believer, if I don't know how it works first, I'm likely not going to be able to fix it.

Read through this:
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-p...drum-brake.htm

It will make it make a whole lot more sense. Then, I'll tell you it's easy to do. Drum brakes are pretty straight forward and the parts can be purchased locally at Orileys, or whatever store you may have. Napa, etc.

What I'd do is plan to replace the brake shoes, wheel cylinders, have the drums turned, and bleed the fluid all the way out. Replace the old crusty stuff with all new fluid.

When you stop at a redlight. Are the brakes firm .. then as you sit in place the pedal fades to the floor? .. or are they just soft in general?

Good luck man. Congrats on the truck! We need pictures !!

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Sup buddy! Welcome to the forum.

Check out this link. I'm a firm believer, if I don't know how it works first, I'm likely not going to be able to fix it.

Read through this:
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-p...drum-brake.htm

It will make it make a whole lot more sense. Then, I'll tell y
ou it's easy to do. Drum brakes are pretty straight forward and the parts can be purchased locally at Orileys, or whatever store you may have. Napa, etc.

What I'd do is plan to replace the brake shoes, wheel cylinders, have the drums turned, and bleed the fluid all the way out. Replace the old crusty stuff with all new fluid.

When you stop at a redlight. Are the brakes firm .. then as you sit in place the pedal fades to the floor? .. or are they just soft in general?

Good luck man. Congrats on the truck! We need pictures !!

They are just soft in general, thanks so much for the link and info! I am going to work on it soon as I get off today and get some pics for you guys. I am headed to read the link now for a better understanding!
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Wallee · 09-07-2012, 10:09 PM

Here she is!

More!

400 small block (so I'm told)

got a major leak coming out this trans seal!!

Can anyone tell me what this cable is hanging??
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Frijolito1988 · 09-07-2012, 10:13 PM

That is the kick down cable that is hooked up to the carb.

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Frijolito1988

That is the kick down cable that is hooked up to the carb.

Ok so where does it go? Because hanging there is definatly not a correct or good place ha ha

gearys 5600 · 09-07-2012, 11:10 PM

Welcome from Oklahoma....

Wallee · 09-07-2012, 11:14 PM

Thanks!

Wallee · 09-09-2012, 12:18 AM

Took the brakes apart today and found my issue, looks like the cylinders were blew out and they were seaping break fluid out both sides.

yuccales · 09-09-2012, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Wallee

Ok so where does it go? Because hanging there is definatly not a correct or good place ha ha

This is what mine looks like. BTW, looks like you have the makings for a good truck there.

Tinkermc · 09-09-2012, 04:29 PM

looks like a very nice place to start you should also check the metal lines they are as old as that truck and easily rust but with new pressure from new cylinders very like to weep at least. Welcome to the forum from Va.

09-07-2012, 01:12 PM	#1
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	New owner of a 69 c10 Just got my 69 yesterday and an so excited and ready to get it on the road! Right now first thing I have to tackle is fixing the brakes, guy I bought it from said that the rubber hose on the rear to the brakes was causing the brakes to be "soft." so I need to figure out how to get them back right, you can pump then and get them to stop but it's defiantly not safe for the road, anyone out there to give me some advice on where I should start with the brake issue? Posted via Mobile Device

09-07-2012, 01:19 PM	#2
Tomahawk30 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Russellville, KY Posts: 956	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 I'm no expert on brakes, so I won't make any suggestions there. I do want to welcome you do the board though! Congrats on your new purchase!!! __________________ 1979 Silverado C10 Shortbox - Photo Album 1977 Silverado K20 Camper Special - Photo Album 1972 C10 Custom Deluxe Highlander - sold 1971 Cheyenne Super Longhorn -sold 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 4x4 -sold, bought back, sold again... I'm dumb. 1970 Chevy C10 SWB "Sprout" -sold 1972 Cheyenne K20 -sold 1969 GMC Shortbox Stepside 4x4 -sold 1972 GMC Jimmy 4x4 -sold

09-07-2012, 01:41 PM	#6
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,612	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Welcome! Since brakes are kinda important, I'd save up enough coin to do the job right. Change out your three brake hoses, do the wheel cylinders, shoes, master cylinder, check the drums for cracks, etc. Post some pics of your truck when you get a chance!

09-07-2012, 02:17 PM	#10
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,011	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Welcome also from Central Florida! Yep, might as well do it all if you can. If you can't, save up some coin and have somebody else do it...gotta have brakes. At least do a visual inspection, you can download all kinds of how to info these days. Now, how about those pics.... __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

09-07-2012, 02:18 PM	#11
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 If I am going to just completely redo them, what all do I need to replace? Posted via Mobile Device

09-07-2012, 02:29 PM	#13
DevilDog Aggie Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Mansfield, TX Posts: 147	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Welcome from Texas! Brakes were pretty much the first thing I had to fix on mine. New MC/booster/cylinders etc. __________________ __________________ Rob '72 Chevy C-10 - 350-5.7/TH350/PS/PB/AC Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...87#post5503187 Semper Fi and Gig'em Aggies!

09-07-2012, 02:30 PM	#14
OJ1988 Just a car guy Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Washington, IN Posts: 991	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Watch out! I was going to replace my brakes, figured I should upgrade to disc on the front, figured I might as well rebuild the suspension, and steering, might as well upgrade engine and trans and so on and so on. 2.5 years later, I have a daily driver with a totally new drivetrain, brakes, suspension and steering! Next ins interior and paint! Its fun, but watch out for that snowball rolling down the hill! __________________ 1955 belair Blown Pro Street cruiser 1971 Camaro Pro Touring 1973 Vega Drag Car 1970 C20 tow rig

09-07-2012, 03:21 PM	#16
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Sup buddy! Welcome to the forum. Check out this link. I'm a firm believer, if I don't know how it works first, I'm likely not going to be able to fix it. Read through this: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-p...drum-brake.htm It will make it make a whole lot more sense. Then, I'll tell you it's easy to do. Drum brakes are pretty straight forward and the parts can be purchased locally at Orileys, or whatever store you may have. Napa, etc. What I'd do is plan to replace the brake shoes, wheel cylinders, have the drums turned, and bleed the fluid all the way out. Replace the old crusty stuff with all new fluid. When you stop at a redlight. Are the brakes firm .. then as you sit in place the pedal fades to the floor? .. or are they just soft in general? Good luck man. Congrats on the truck! We need pictures !! __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

09-07-2012, 10:09 PM	#18
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Here she is! More! 400 small block (so I'm told) got a major leak coming out this trans seal!! Can anyone tell me what this cable is hanging?? Posted via Mobile Device

09-07-2012, 10:13 PM	#19
Frijolito1988 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 421	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 That is the kick down cable that is hooked up to the carb.

09-07-2012, 11:10 PM	#21
gearys 5600 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: tulsa,ok Posts: 1,085	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Welcome from Oklahoma.... __________________ MY BUILD THREAD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=423629 1969 custom/10 swb--SOLD 1968 swb 50th anniv.--SOLD 1967 camaro ss/rs..LS-6-speed, 16-year long project 1956 chevy nomad 1955 chevy 210 2-dr sedan 1978 el-camino ss 1-owner

09-07-2012, 11:14 PM	#22
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Thanks!

09-09-2012, 12:18 AM	#23
Wallee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbus ms Posts: 139	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 Took the brakes apart today and found my issue, looks like the cylinders were blew out and they were seaping break fluid out both sides.

09-09-2012, 04:29 PM	#25
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: New owner of a 69 c10 looks like a very nice place to start you should also check the metal lines they are as old as that truck and easily rust but with new pressure from new cylinders very like to weep at least. Welcome to the forum from Va.



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