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FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1967 coupe drivers side leaf spring mount » 10/05/2016 6:58 PM

everwearman
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Hi,
Can anyone tell me what's wrong in this picture and how to fix it?
I assume bar running across shields gas line, but what's with the cracks?
Thanks 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/23/2015 10:11 AM

everwearman
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Yes, the MustangSteve pivot has been installed correctly. But I will check that the pushrod is not in an "over center" condition and triple check the pushrod travel length. Then I'm going to put the MC back in the car and isolate the front brakes then the rear brakes. I hope to learn whether one works while the other doesn't. I guess I could isolate each wheel for that matter.  As we all know, something is definitely wrong - it's just WHAT. I'm about ready to throw out the whole system and send it to a brake shop - LOL. Thanks for hanging in there with me.

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 9:20 PM

everwearman
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GPatrick - Rubber lines in rear to calipers, stainless steel everywhere else - couldn't find SS for rear to caliper. Next try - I figured I would need to isolate front from rear and see what happens. I was hoping someone has had the same problem and had a fix. Thanks for all the suggestions. 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 9:15 PM

everwearman
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GPatrick - front of MC is working rear brakes and rear of MC is working front brakes. I assumed with 1" bore, front and rear would be same - am I correct? 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 9:10 PM

everwearman
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Steve - Bendix Booster I believe a 67' - 69' ford mustang - thick unit with vaccum intake at top - I believe they call it a "banded unit". Will take pictures for bleeder's tomorrow. Please confirm that rear disc bleeders are at top NOT bottom.

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 9:00 PM

everwearman
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I measured push rod travel old MC vs new MC - on the bench. Total travel of old MC is 3/4", new MC is 3/4" but can be pushed to 7/8" max. I measured push rod travel at Booster - 7/8" max travel. Push rod returned to ready position by force applied by MC. Pedal returns to acceptable ready position. I know, this problem is driving me nuts.

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 8:51 PM

everwearman
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Have other's experienced a problem simular to mine? Were solutions found that might be listed in older threads? How would I search for these threads?

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 8:47 PM

everwearman
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I'll have to look into the decrease position setting (you might be right because I believe in that position it's at a 57% distribution rate), Brake petal is hung from Steve's Mustang roller bearing assembly.
Brake petal  push rod attachment is curved where it attaches to the pedal.

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 8:35 PM

everwearman
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I agree that it acts like a bad MC, but it bench bleeds perfectly. MC is mounted to Bendix Booster in correct position, pedal geometry is correct with curved pin in position. I had a combo proportioning pressure differential valve set up originally - had the same result - no pedal. Discovered pressure differential valve had moved toward rear and would not reset due to a bad "o" ring. I went to tee and adjustable valve to see if I could get brakes - no pedal. I'm about ready to go back to single MC with drum brakes! LOL

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 8:23 PM

everwearman
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Thanks for the input - I used my vaccum pump to bring fluid to the rear and front - then switched to wife "down and up" method. Yes, MC can take a long time to bleed ( 60-70 pumps). I made sure bleeder tubes were submurged and not allowing air back into MC. Have done the above 3 times, Wilwood proportioning valve in the full "decrease" position. All lines are below the MC.

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 7:57 PM

everwearman
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MC bench bled according to manufacturer instructions. Push rod is maybe .002 from MC piston in resting position. Disc brake bleeders positioned as per Steve's Mustang - rear on top, front at 10 or 11 o'clock position. 3/4" - 7/8" is travel of pedal shaft. Pedal goes to the floor. Haven't tested with engine running, figured I should have solid, maybe low, pedal. Rear pads are up against the rotor - when I apply ebrake they hold rotors firmly. 1" bore reccomendation from Steve's Mustang.  

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » 1965 Mustang Brake Conversion Challenge » 5/20/2015 6:47 PM

everwearman
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Evening Gentlemen -
Have a 65 Mustang Coupe with Granada Front disc brakes and Lincoln Versailles rear disc brakes - no booing at this point please. This car was started by a friend and I'm trying to finish it. 86' 302HO, 5 speed, Unisteer power rack and pinon, tilt wheel and power windows. Anyway, New Bendix Booster with New Ford Ranger 1" MC attached connecting to a Tee for the front brakes, New Wilwood adjustable proportioning valve for the rear.
Brake pedal is in the desired location, shaft length seems right - minor uptake then 3/4" to 7/8" of travel. Brakes bled to no air in system (RR, LR, RF, LF approach). Rear Disc adjusted up via ebrake. STILL NO PEDAL! At the bottom of pedal stroke, brakes will lock when turned by hand. If car not running and no vaccum to booster, I should still have a solid pedal - right? I'm at a loss where to go next. I've searched this forum for a thread that discuses the problem, but haven't found the answer. Please let me know where to look or provide your suggestions. Thanks 

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Proportioning Valve Part Needed » 5/25/2014 6:24 PM

everwearman
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I overtightened the flare nut on the proporting valve adapter, this crushed part of the inverted flare cone on the female adapter. Needless to say, it will not seal. I believe the adapter is 5/8" x 3/8" - 24 female inverted flare. I cannot find one like the one shown in picture (with holes below the threads). Do you know where I can find this adapter? Thanks

FYI Ford, Classic Mustang Tech Discussion » Wheels & Tires 1965 Mustang » 2/13/2014 9:12 PM

everwearman
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1965 Mustang Coupe, Granada spindles and disc brakes, 620 springs, shelby drop, Lincoln Versailles 9" rear end w/ disc brakes, mid eye leaf springs.
Looking to purchase 17" wheels & tires.
Would like to hear suggestions on backspace, offset and best performing tire size.
Am considering AR Torque Thrust M's in 17x8 all around or should I use 17x7 upfront and 17x8 on rear? Have 1" spacers available if needed.
What are the best tire sizes in front and rear for clearance and performance? What do those of you with set up suggest?
Thanks
 

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