Brakes Tech Articles

Use our brake builder tips and product info to create the perfect brake system for your project vehicle needs

Learn how to properly bleed braking systems that use hydroboost hydraulic assistance.

How proportioning valves work, fixed vs adjustable valves explained, and how to reset a prop valve.

Speedway Motors now offers a traditional-looking upgrade to those ancient drum brakes on your early Ford hot rod.

Speedway Motors has the perfect addition to the front disc brake upgrade in your '54-'56 Ford car. This dual reservoir master cylinder kit will add a measure of safety to your classic Ford.

A properly bled brake system ensures optimal braking; here’s how to do it right the first time all by yourself

Upgrading to (or updating a poorly designed) independent front suspension, or IFS, will vastly improve your classic muscle car, hot rod, or pickup truck’s braking and handling

Watch as we install a front suspension lowering kit on our 1968 Chevy C10. Upgrades include disc brakes with a 5 on 5” bolt circle as well as 2” drop springs and 2 ½” drop spindles.

In this video, we walk through the process of installing a rear disc brake conversion kit that uses a weld-on caliper bracket.

Dive into some of the history and unique differences between Ford and Chevy spindles for solid front axles and what will perform best on your hot rod.