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Old 02-14-2017, 09:11 PM   #155
burnitg
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Re: Project Screamer - '72 GMC K2500 + DD 4-53T

Brake master cylinder mounting problem - solved.

Before I started working on my shed project, I purchased a hydroboost "kit" for the truck. The bracket that they supplied in the "kit" left me disgusted. As an engineer, I would be ashamed of the way it looked and fit. Here's a photo of it mocked in place.

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Needless to say, I was looking for a better way. I found a mounting plate on this forum made by CaptainFab. In my opinion, it is the perfect solution. Here's a photo of it mocked in place.

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While I was working on the master cylinder, I also worked on the clutch. I needed a switch on the clutch to disengage the Jacobs brakes and the cruise control. I made this little bracket and installed a double switch in it.

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I also noticed that the hole in the clutch arm (the one at the end of the clutch pedal shaft) had been wallowed out after many thousands of strokes.

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A little welding, grinding and drilling later. Here's what it looks like.

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I used 70ksi rod so it should last a long time. Also, I plan to float the gears so the clutch won't get a lot of use.

Last edited by burnitg; 02-15-2017 at 03:12 AM.
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