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Master Power Brake kits

Discussion in 'Pro-Touring' started by Darron72Skylark, Oct 30, 2017.

  1. Darron72Skylark

    Darron72Skylark Well-Known Member

    Has anyone heard of Master Power brake kits? Any thoughts or experiences? I’m looking to do a disc brake conversion for a 72 Skylark, ran across this company while researching options.

    Advice on other suppliers is also welcome.

    Thanks

    Darron
     
    Darron72Skylark, Oct 30, 2017
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  2. jaye

    jaye Well-Known Member

    I know this a few years to late however, I recently purchased a booster/MC combo for my 65 Fairlane so far no issues. Up until now no one had a unit that would clear the shock towers
     
    jaye, Oct 18, 2019
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  3. Darron72Skylark

    Darron72Skylark Well-Known Member

    Thanks, this has indeed been a dead thread for quite a while. I'm still considering options for the brake system while I'm doing engine, transmission and axle updates. Brakes will be next after all of that is installed.
     
    Darron72Skylark, Oct 18, 2019
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  4. 65Larkin

    65Larkin Well-Known Member

    I'm glad this got revived, been looking at their booster /master cylinder conversions. An 8 inch dual diaphragm booster should have the best rocker cover clearance for a BBB in a 65 but don't know how the flat style mount option will work out. Also their 11 inch rear drum setup looks like a good upgrade from the factory 9inch.
    Some feedback from guys that have used them would be helpful - not something I want to get wrong having expensive safety critical parts sent half way around the world.
     
    65Larkin, Oct 19, 2019
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  5. jaye

    jaye Well-Known Member

    My firewall has a couple bolt heads protruding behind where the booster sits; there is a plastic spacer that goes behind the booster which takes up the space to allow the booster to fit flat against the firewall. I drove about 15 miles yesterday and it was ok, I just have to get use to not slamming on the brakes hard like when they were manual
     
    jaye, Oct 19, 2019
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  6. pbulski

    pbulski Well-Known Member

    I converted from rear drums/front discs to Wilwood discs all the way around. Honestly the stock brakes were fine for standard road driving but on the track they'd be toast after lap 1. I needed something much better and so far the Wilwoods have been great. Ceramic track pads made a HUGE difference as well once they really get hot. Good luck!
     
    pbulski, Oct 24, 2019
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  7. Mart

    Mart Gold level member

    I think member Steve Caruso (Underdog) is a rep for MBM conversion kits. He should be able to help you out.
     
    Mart, Oct 24, 2019
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