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OrrieG · 09-09-2011, 06:05 PM

Not exactly the same application but my experience. 59 truck with 74 K10 axles, disc/drum and 74 stock MC and proportioning valve. I ran them as manual for 15 years. Builds up leg strength, especially on long down hill runs, but does stop, I could lock the tires up. This time I added a booster and can't wait to see the difference. I think a lot would have to do with the leverage from the pedal and push rod arm lengths.

09-09-2011, 06:05 PM	#7
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: 4 wheel manual disc brakes Not exactly the same application but my experience. 59 truck with 74 K10 axles, disc/drum and 74 stock MC and proportioning valve. I ran them as manual for 15 years. Builds up leg strength, especially on long down hill runs, but does stop, I could lock the tires up. This time I added a booster and can't wait to see the difference. I think a lot would have to do with the leverage from the pedal and push rod arm lengths. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project