55.2-59 1957 Chevy 3100 Disc Brake Conversion

[dsraven]

Stock pedal set up with frame mounted power brake booster then?
Dual diaphragm vacuum brake booster or hydro boost set up?
Disc front and rear or new disc set up on front and old drum set up on rear?
5 lug wheels or 6 lug wheels? Changing the wheel bolt pattern means new wheels too. 5 lug front and stock 6 lug rear means trouble if ever a flat tire or else carry 2 spares

just ideas to be aware of when questions get asked

[burlysluggers]

Thanks dsraven.

Stock pedal set up with frame mounted power brake booster then? - YES

Dual diaphragm vacuum brake booster or hydro boost set up? - To be completely honest, that I do not know. I'm not knowledgable enough to know which would be best. Suggestions?

Disc front and rear or new disc set up on front and old drum set up on rear?
5 lug wheels or 6 lug wheels? - My preference would be to do a complete 4 wheel conversion. 6 lug.

Hope this info helps you lead me to a source.

Thanks,
Jerry

Originally Posted by dsraven

Stock pedal set up with frame mounted power brake booster then?
Dual diaphragm vacuum brake booster or hydro boost set up?
Disc front and rear or new disc set up on front and old drum set up on rear?
5 lug wheels or 6 lug wheels? Changing the wheel bolt pattern means new wheels too. 5 lug front and stock 6 lug rear means trouble if ever a flat tire or else carry 2 spares

just ideas to be aware of when questions get asked

[DPete]

I have a kit form here, GM calipers, works good http://www.classicperform.com/Chevy-Truck.htm#2

[dsraven]

sorry for not getting back quicker, been busy.
the hydroboost set up can be a good option for use instead of the vacuum style because it gives very good boost no matter the rpm or engine load. it is run off the power steering pump circuit. with the smaller space on the frame area for a vacuum booster it is a must to have a dual diaphragm unit in order to get the square inches of area to achieve good brake boost. the hydroboost unit is quite small in comparison but may require some fabrication work. see the link below for a few threads and pics etc.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=202888

[dsraven]

here is another

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=539517

[dsraven]

and another

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601225

[dsraven]

and, of course, the ebay version

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1955-1959-C...-/121580736332