Ford Ranger Brakes

Learn how to ID a Ford 8.8 rear end by tag, width, and code. Compare 8.8 vs 9-inch axles, decode gear ratios, and find which Ford models used them.

Tim talks about the difference between juice brakes and self-energizing brakes.

In this Tech Tip, a customer asked about finding a set of disc brakes for his 1949 Ford F1 pickup, with one caveat. He wants to use the factory wheels.

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

Advantages of using Speedway Motors weld-on rear disc brake kit for a Ford 9-Inch rear end. Learn some tips for installation. This kit includes IMCA approved brake calipers.

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

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.

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

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

Bleeding your brakes on your own with the Phoenix System can be done! That's right, no more bribing your buddies to help!