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    1. #1
      Join Date
      Sep 2005
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      138

      Vacuum booster vs. dual manual setup

      I am undecided in what to do at this point. I currently have C5 rotors, calipers and master cylinder on my 1970 corvette. The master is too large for a manual setup so my options are add a vacuum booster or use a manual dual master setup. The booster is obviously much cheaper, but the dual master will allow more adjustability with the front to rear bias.

      All of the vacuum assisted muscle cars I have driven and my Tahoe have a squishy initial feel to them that I just don't like. I like the feel of my manual brakes, but it still lacks the stopping power I am after hence the dual smaller masters I am considering.

      What do you guys prefer and why?

      Oh, and Hydroboost is not an option.

      Jeff
      1970 Corvette
      LS1 & T56
      C5 Z06 Brakes


    2. #2
      Join Date
      Nov 2005
      Location
      Farmington Hills, MI
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      Manual Brakes are a good thing in my opinion. You can regain some stoping power by changing you pedal ratio and the piston bore in the master cylinder. Im sure if you called a race parts suplier they would be able to help you in you decision. Try, www.colemanracing.com or www.jrmotorsports.com

      Jeff
      JEFF SHORTT
      -IDEAL STEEL


    3. #3
      Join Date
      Aug 2005
      Location
      Patterson, NY
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      I was about to create a new post asking about dual masters. It's nice to know that actually looking at existing posts has benefits. ;)

      I'll be interested to hear what you come up with.

    4. #4
      Join Date
      Jan 2006
      Location
      Milwaukee WI.
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      345
      Hydroboost??
      Twin Turbo Ls1 '71 Chevelle
      93 octane 1000 hp street car!!

    5. #5
      Join Date
      Sep 2005
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      I think I can get a booster for very cheap so I will try that route first. If I am unsatisfied with the pedal feel, then the dual masters are coming my way.
      Jeff
      1970 Corvette
      LS1 & T56
      C5 Z06 Brakes

    6. #6
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      Dec 2002
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      Lost Wages, Nevada
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      How about both ??
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    7. #7
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      Sep 2005
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      That looks pricey. But seriously, that is the CNC dual setup I am considering. I am going to stay away from the hydoboost for now since I don't have power steering.
      Jeff
      1970 Corvette
      LS1 & T56
      C5 Z06 Brakes

    8. #8
      Join Date
      Dec 2002
      Location
      Lost Wages, Nevada
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      If I ever get the one I am developing completed.... I guess I could be more of a help.

      But, Chucks stuff does fit on a VAC system too.... pretty cool, but too 'off roady' looking for me.

      Check your PM
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