Brake Wheel Cylinders

Preventative maintenance is crucial for hot rods. In this article, Jess shows you how to place a front wheel cylinder on an early Ford.

Just about any classic vehicle’s drum brakes can be upgraded to the increased braking performance of a disc brake system. Our Buyer’s Guide provides an overview of disc brake benefits and what you need to succeed with your upgrade.

Today we take a look at the differences between proportioning valves (both fixed and adjustable models) and the residual pressure valves we offer in this buyer's guide.

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.

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

Follow this guide to learn how the change of bore size on a master cylinder affects a four-wheel disc brake system. View the conversion chart to figure the total bore area for your brake setup.

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

Power brake boosters offer lower pedal effort and better braking characteristics, but which one is right for your hot rod, muscle car, or truck? We take the guesswork out of that question with our latest buyer's guide.

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.

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