The Right Stuff Brake Booster/Master Cylinders

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

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.

See how Jeff tackles the installation of a 9" power brake booster on his '67 Chevelle. Learn some tips for this application and why it's important to leave some free travel at the top of the pedal swing.

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.

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.

Should you use single or dual diaphragm brake boosters? Read our guide to learn which is best for your four wheel drum or four wheel disc brake system.

Tim talks about brake booster adjustment.

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

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

How to change brake pads, rotors and calipers using the Mustang II complete brake kit. Replace your drum brakes with disc brakes for performance and better braking ride. For use on Bobcat and Mustang II spindles.