Products to Compare (max of 3)
X
Compare These Parts

56 F100 Brake Ideas

9/15/2016
Add Article To List

In this Tech Tip, John responds to a customer request for our recommendations on brake kits for his ’56 F100.

1956 F100 Brake

 “I have a 1956 Ford F100 pickup that has the original four wheel drums with a single manual master. I'm looking to upgrade to a dual master with a power booster and discs at all four corners. Can you recommend a set up? Thanks.”

  • Lucas

Hi Lucas, you asked about brake conversions on your ‘56 Ford F100 pickup and there are a few options we can recommend.  On the front we offer a disc conversion that will go on the original spindles in the original bolt pattern of 5 on 5 ½ pattern under P/N 91031964. In the later Ford pattern you would need the kit listed under P/N 91031914.  For the power brakes look at P/N 91631972 for the pedal assembly (this only works with automatic transmissions) and booster/master kit P/N 91031411 for disc/drum or P/N 91031412 for a four wheel disc setup.  On the rear end I apologize but we do not offer a bolt on brake conversion. However, we do have some weld on kits such as P/N 91031933 with E-brake calipers or 91031931 without the E-brake.  We apologize that these kits are not available with the early Ford bolt pattern and your axles would need to be drilled for studs according to preference.

  • John W.

Products Featured in this Article

Related Articles

Brake Pad Identification and Friction Surface Options Explained
by Speedway Tech Team - Posted in Tech
3/18/2022
We offer a guide to follow when selecting a new set of brake pads for your race or street car. It's important to know the friction quality and pad size before selecting a new set of disc brake pads.
Bench Bleed Master Cylinder - How To Guide
by Jason Lubken - Posted in Tech
3/17/2022
Learn how to bench bleed a new master cylinder properly to prevent on-car brake system bleeding issues. Removing the air before installation is critical and this video tutorial will walk you through the process.
Manual Brake Bleeding
by Jason Lubken - Posted in Tech
7/13/2016
Manual brake bleeding can be one of the most efficient ways to bleed the air out of your brake lines. Speedway Motors has created a guide to show you step-by-step how to manually bleed your brakes.
Bedding In Brake Pads - Learn How To Do It
by Jason Lubken - Posted in Tech
7/18/2016
Learn how to bed in or burnish your brake pads. Our quick guide and video will teach you the proper procedure to get the best performance out of your brakes.
Braking Components - Selection and Design
by Jason Lubken - Posted in Tech
7/13/2016
Looking for a performance or custom brake set-up? Whether you're replacing components or building your brakes from scratch, you may wonder what size master cylinder or booster to use. No need to worry, just follow our handy guide.
Speedway Tech Talk - Disc Brake Set Up
by Tim Matthews - Posted in Videos
5/24/2016
We get a lot of questions about brake kits so Tim gives a brief overview of disc brake setups.
Brake System Diagram - Street Rod
9/19/2016
Use our Brake System diagram to help with your street rod brake system project. We also diagram both single flare and inverted double flare fittings for you.
How to Test And Fix Spongy Brake Pedal
by Jason Lubken - Posted in Tech
7/12/2016
Having trouble with a spongy brake pedal? We can show you how to test your brake booster or dual feed master cylinder so you can fix that soft brake pedal.
1969-77 GM Brake Calipers
by Steve Lewis - Posted in Tech
11/1/2017
Steve explains the process of installing Speedway calipers.
Speedway Tech Talk - CPP Hydroboost Brake Systems
by Pat Orth - Posted in Tech
5/17/2017
Speedway Motors employee Pat O. talks about the CPP Hydroboost Brake System.