1967 C-50 Dump truck Project

[71'tahoe]

Here are a few photos of the pedals. I will have to weld on a tab on the brake pedal to make sure the factory H/B are will be able to attach and let my brake pedal line up with the clutch pedal. The last photo is the cross bar that holds the pedal stops/bumpers. I didn't get one on this set of pedals so I either need to locate one or build on. It allows the pedals to come back up to a consistent location when both are at rest.

[71'tahoe]

I also picked up the headlight switch and connector,ignition switch,key, and connector. I'll probably be making my own harness for this truck so I wanted to get a jump on purchasing the dash items.

[71'tahoe]

I cut open the driver side cowl panel today. It's not terrible but it'll be fun making the new patch panels.

[CarolinaHD]

Nice steady progress I like it! Take lots of pictures when you replace the wheel cylinders, that what I have left next on my c50. I just finished up this hydroboost swap in my 67, came out of a 2007 c5500. Bosch hydro-max with a 2" bore master cylinder, just another option for this watching. Bolted right in no modifications except for the pedal push rod was cut down.

[Campbel45]

Hey CarolinaHD, I was thinking of using the same system on my C50. Mind giving more details on how/where you bolted the push rod to the brake pedal? whats your pedal ratio? I've been searching around to make sure my pedal ratio is correct so the brakes dont feel hard/soft.

[Campbel45]

and 71'Tahoe great thread going so far! I've enjoyed the reading and pictures. I too would've moved onto the Kansas cab. We may see each other at the next Freeman's swap meet!

[71'tahoe]

Originally Posted by Campbel45

and 71'Tahoe great thread going so far! I've enjoyed the reading and pictures. I too would've moved onto the Kansas cab. We may see each other at the next Freeman's swap meet!

Thanks! I'm glad to hear my build is of interest to you. Sounds like a plan! I like meeting new people from the board.

[71'tahoe]

Originally Posted by CarolinaHD

Nice steady progress I like it! Take lots of pictures when you replace the wheel cylinders, that what I have left next on my c50. I just finished up this hydroboost swap in my 67, came out of a 2007 c5500. Bosch hydro-max with a 2" bore master cylinder, just another option for this watching. Bolted right in no modifications except for the pedal push rod was cut down.

Did you get your hydroboost new or a used one from a donor truck? Thinking about this now I may rethink my choice and look for a C5500 hydroboost. One can never have enough braking for a big truck,especially since I plan to use this truck. I plan to take as many as I can. Seems it's easier to tell the story when you can add photos.