1966 Chevy G10 Van Brakes

In this Tech Tip, John makes a few suggestions for a customer looking to update the braking system on his ’51 Deluxe.

Jeff installs a Wilwood 12.19" Front Disc Brake Kit to his 1967 Chevelle. Read more on the caliper bracket assembly and brake rotor setup.

In Episode 3 of our C10 build, we install a front suspension kit and finally have a rolling chassis!

Check out the 410 sprint car brake installation and bleeding the brakes! We're making serious progress on our build.

Jeff preps the rear end housing to secure the brake lines and shows how to fasten bolt-on brake line tabs on the lower trailing arm bracket. Follow along as he applies Wilwood Dynalite Calipers to his 1967 Chevelle.

Jeff demonstrates how to plumb the brake master cylinder with steel lines in his 1967 Chevelle. See tips on how to bend brake lines, use flare tools to make double flares, and give hard lines some spring.

From a mild leveling to slammed and “in the weeds” there are several options to lowering a C10. We discuss the options in our ’67-’72 C10 lowering guide.

Jeff converts his 1967 Chevelle manual brake system to power by installing a Delco booster kit. Learn how to make the master cylinder more resistant to brake fluid and a few tips for an easy install.

In Episode 2 of our '68 C10 build, we rip it apart, clean up 54 years of rust and dirt, and get to work on the rear suspension.