1947-1959 Chevy & GMC Truck Dual Master Cylinder Upgrade

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Dave Welch shows us how easy it is to upgrade the weak link in our 1947-59 Chevrolet & GMC Pickup braking systems by converting to a dual reservoir master cylinder. BROTHERS kit allows for an easy conversion from the old style single reservoir master to an updated dual reservoir master cylinder without the need to remove or modify the original transmission cross memeber. This popular conversion makes your old truck safer to drive and also gives you the option of running non-power brakes when converting to disc.
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Dual Master Cylinder Bracket 1947-54
www.holley.com/products/brake...
Dual Master Cylinder Bracket 1955-59
www.holley.com/products/brake...
Dual Master Cylinder Bracket with Dual Master Cylinder and Proportioning Valve Kit
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@alaskagoldtoolco.4915 4 жыл бұрын

BARE HANDS !!! MANS MAN , its so refreshing to see things done the way my dad used to do it , you have a very cool channel . Gods speed brother.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and not busting our onions for our lack of safety!

@talleneagle1974 Жыл бұрын

@BROTHERS Truck Parts so your link only goes to find the bracket in the video you mention it's a corvette master cylinder can you give me a link to which year etc and link for proportional valve also

@larrywoodruff7530 Жыл бұрын

You have the best how-to videos on KZfaq , even dummies like me learn something, thank you sir.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@JazzStrat781 5 жыл бұрын

Love the video and content, thanks!

@lg6700 3 жыл бұрын

A really professional video - concise, clear, and easy to follow. Thank you.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@davidgridley3643 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and informative. I’ve been wanted to do this up grade to my 55.1. Thanks for this.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! Good luck with the project.

@noeeduardo8062 2 жыл бұрын

instablaster

@bubblebubblebubblepop6068 5 жыл бұрын

My 9 year old son is obsessed with building cars, he loves your channel!!!

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 5 жыл бұрын

Good to get the young enthusiasts started early!

@meatyklaws8774 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Love the patch man lol

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

You noticed! Thanks for watching!

@reyeshall6354 5 жыл бұрын

Love the content

@CKID-dv8tq 5 жыл бұрын

Good video Dave nailed it in this video !?

@michaelturner8254 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Guys great video.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@septisurge 4 жыл бұрын

You are the man!!

@pedrogonzalezm.2609 4 жыл бұрын

great video

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

@eazyfernandez3824 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I trying to keep my dad's old truck up and I forget all the small things

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

Right on!

@filmandsong05 2 жыл бұрын

thanks man

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@howardiko7156 4 жыл бұрын

Does this dual master work with the original drums front and rear? I have considered the idea of using a battery door on the left side to improve the access. Nicooper works wonders when working under the truck. Nice video thanks.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

The master we installed on this truck is for a Disc/Drum setup, but you can also get a master that will work with a Drum/Drum setup.

@willefixit 5 жыл бұрын

nice up grade. realy intrested .part # for diy low budjet guy?corvette what year? got 4wheel drums?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 5 жыл бұрын

Part number depends on the year of your truck? What year is it? Also, if you call our Customer service department at 800-977-2767 we can easily set you up with all you'll need, including the master cylinder so there won't be any guesswork.

@JP-xg8cd 5 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you guys, I have a question you guys put out a video on installing the brake booster on the firewall but I can’t find it do you have a link?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 5 жыл бұрын

We actually don't have a video for that. A while back we did a video talking about the optional boosters that "could" be mounted on the firewall, but we never actually did that install. We'll add that one to the list of upcoming vids. Thanks!

@JP-xg8cd 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent thank you!

@johnbruton6567 7 ай бұрын

Hi I’m about to install your dual master cylinder kit on my 51 GMC, in the video of the install you put a spacer on the rod to the brake pedal, I did not receive a spacer in my kit and would like to know what size spacer I should pickup?

@davidhull5758 9 ай бұрын

Dave I have a question: 1. why did you go with a Corvette master cylinder and grind off part of the mount instead of using a Chevy mc? Was it because of the remote fill? I need a drum/drum with remote fill for a 1954 Chevy 3600 truck, can someone give me a part number? Everything I see is either disc/drum or disc/disc. Thanks! Great video!

@alexmcconnell1413 3 жыл бұрын

How do you check the fluid level (without cutting another hole in the cab floor) once this is installed? I'm assuming the old hole is no longer aligned with the new MC.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

On some installations we've used a remote reservoir, but on simpler ones like this we use a small mirror to look up and over the edge. The kit comes will a small plastic bottle with a curved spout that makes it easy to fill.

@jeffhuffman9893 2 жыл бұрын

Added this kit to my ‘59 Apache. The question I have is in regard to the brake lines. Originally there is one line to the front and on to the back. When looking at the proportioning valve, do I need a single line to the right front and a single line to the left front? Or can I us the original method on the front?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

You can do either. If you choose the original style where a single line splits into two, then just block off the 2nd hole in the Proportioning Valve.

@tonymartinez7426 4 жыл бұрын

Do you need a break booster also when converting to disk breaks or can you just use the cylinder? I have a 48 chevy fleetline aerosedan can't find any videos. Please help

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

As long as you use the proper master cylinder you DO NOT have to use a booster when converting to Disc Brakes.

@smalldog221 Ай бұрын

1949 gmc 450 dump truck with two wheel cylinders per side on the rear duallies...adjuster are in a hole that looks like it requires some type of screw shaped adjuster. Ever seen one?

@user-di8mm2fb2b 4 ай бұрын

How can I get a hold of a Dual Master Cylinder for my 1958 Chevy Apache with original original front end with brake shoes all the way around

@PacemakerandButtons 4 жыл бұрын

What’s better? The replacement / install booster on the firewall or going this route? Seems like a lot of less work doing this. I have a 59 Apache 3100 NAPCO

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

It may not be possible to add a booster if you go this route on a NAPCO. Call our Tech Guys at 800-977-2767 and see if they can give you a definitive answer.

@PacemakerandButtons 4 жыл бұрын

BROTHERS Truck Parts Gosh! What’s the best time to call? I waited for a very long time just to get disconnected

@ericruiz2174 3 жыл бұрын

How do you go from one line out the master cyl to 2 lines, one for front and one for the rear brakes? Im sorry but im a 101 54 chev student....

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

You would use a proportioning valve or a distribution block that has a single inlet and dual outlets.

@ckieffer67 10 ай бұрын

Where can a I get a better fluid reservoir than the plastic one that came with the kit

@filmandsong05 2 жыл бұрын

proportion valve for disc brakes? i won’t have discs up front, just drums, do i still need the p valve?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

You only need a metering valve with drums, or at least a proper master cylinder that will hold about 2psi of residual pressure.

@MrSchrum 5 жыл бұрын

I’m looking into getting this kit for my 59 GMC 100. It’s got the original set up and I’m really considering going this way. How do I get that different master cylinder lid? I do not want to cut my floor and want an easy access

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 5 жыл бұрын

We sell the lid as an accessory. Just ask for it when you order the master setup.

@kellyutley-manly2563 Жыл бұрын

I need to know if my 59 apache 36 is supposed to be a dual wheel rear end.. how can I find out?

@garyhelms1889 3 жыл бұрын

Question: I installed the dual master cylinder on my 54 Chevy. I have drum/drum brakes and ordered the parts accordingly. There appears to be no kit for the drum/drum scenario. I ordered the master cylinder and the mounting bracket separate. My question is do I need to use the front or back part of the cylinder specifically for the front or back? I my case I used the front cylinder, closest to the front of the truck, for the front drum brakes. Does it matter if that was switched?? Next question, I simply put in a T block about 5 inches off the front port so I could split the line and go to each front wheel. Was I supposed to use some kind of valve to ensure even braking pressure to the front wheels???

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

Did you order the kit from BROTHERS? If so, we do have different Master Cylinders for Disc.Drum and Drum/Drum combos. So yes, the front of the master goes to the front and the rear goes to the rear.

@garyhelms1889 3 жыл бұрын

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Yes, I ordered the master cylinder from Brothers. Like I said there is no kit per say. I had to order the master cylinder as one item and the bracket as one item. The other question is a T block OK to split the front cylinder into two lines for each front wheel or did I need a proportioning valve of some sort? Again I have drum/drum brakes. DO I NEED A RESIDUAL VALVE or does the master cylinder have built in residual valves? I have drum/drum brakes. I didn't see a residual valve offered in the brake upgrade area.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

@@garyhelms1889 The "T" block is fine for splitting the left/right sides. Our drum/drum master will hold some residual pressure for your brakes, but if you find that the shoes are backing too far off the drums, then you can always add a drum/drum proportioning valve which typically holds more residual pressure than the master will (around 2-4psi).

@garyhelms1889 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!!!

@mikebonham4530 Жыл бұрын

I have a 1959 B600 school bus I need to convert the brakes to a dual MC. Ford can you guys fix me up with the right parts?

@71msmaggie13 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 1948 Chevy pickup 6lug. Can I use the dual master upgrade with your 6lug conversion disc brake setup

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can!

@shredfast4819 3 жыл бұрын

Question.... do you need a combination/ proportioning valve if I do a drum/ drum set up?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

If you run a Drum/Drum you would need a different master altogether. The volume coming from the front and rear sectors of a disc master are completely different than the volumes from a drum/drum master. You SHOULD also run a residual pressure check valve too, but it's not 100% necessary.

@shredfast4819 3 жыл бұрын

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Awesome, thanks for the advice. if I do decide to run the residual check valve, where should it be installed? and will I need just one? or will l need 2, one on the rear brakes and one for the front brakes?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

@@shredfast4819 You install it after the Master but before the wheel cylinders. On a drum/drum setup you have to provide residual pressure for both the front and rear. Typically it will come as a single block with two inputs and two outputs and it will look very similar to a proportioning valve.

@mightyquin4955 Жыл бұрын

Hello, Will this work on the big trucks? I have a 1949 4100,1.5 ton, with drum brakes all around.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Жыл бұрын

A quick click on the product link doesn't say anything that would count out your 1.5t truck, but we suggest you contact our customer service department for a definitive answer. 800-977-2767

@destinyhuerta9156 2 жыл бұрын

does the kit have everything i need

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

The conversion comes with everything you need except the master cylinder. You have options there and would need to decide what your truck needs.

@ericruiz2174 3 жыл бұрын

Ca i use that dual master cyl on my 54 chevy with drum brakes in all wheels? Thanks

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

Yes you can, you just have to order the proper master that is meant for Drum/Drum setups.

@darylbiancucci2792 3 жыл бұрын

When setting up the non power dual master in my 56' Chevy 1/2 ton will I need to install 2 residual valves?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

You shouldn't have to.... are you keeping the drums in the front? If you are, then make sure you order a proportioning valve for a drum/drum setup and you'll be fine.

@darylbiancucci2792 3 жыл бұрын

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Thanks. CPP tech told me today I just need 2 residual valves with drums front and rear. Maybe both? Do you have a video on remote reservoirs?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

@@darylbiancucci2792 We don't have a vid for the remote reservoirs. Sorry.

@trawk244 2 жыл бұрын

@@darylbiancucci2792 what did you end up doing? Did you use residual (10 lbs) valves or just a proportional valve?

@stephaniegeorge8800 4 жыл бұрын

I’m upgrading my drum brakes to disc and your video was awesome. I’m also upgrading to dual master cylinder, including a proportioning valve. I received a proportioning valve kit from Brothers but you don’t go into detail on how to assemble the proportioning valve. Can you help? Love all of your videos! Thanks

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

We won;t be shooting a vid for that anytime soon, so please call our Customer Service guys and they can help you out.

@catmando308 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 1957 Oldsmobile super 88 4 door. Do you have kits to replace master brake cylinder on this car.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

No sir, we only carry Truck Parts

@vezina808 3 жыл бұрын

will the dual master cylinder works and all wheel drum brakes?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

The right dual master will work with 4 wheel drums.

@maggs131 2 жыл бұрын

3:24 ya got a cotter pin in, ya get your cotter pin out......😐 and you shake it all about? 😌

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

LOL

@mr.klutchrednose2700 4 жыл бұрын

DOES BROTHERS HAVE A MASTER CYLINDER 4 A 55 CHEVY 3800 1 TON DUALLY SINCE IT'S A LITTLE MORE DIFFICULT 2 FIND PARTS 4 THE 3800 MODEL

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

Contact the guys at Classic Performance Products and see if they have an application for that Truck, we do not.

@bigpump9483 4 жыл бұрын

Do you guys carry a dual master cylinder kit for a 1953 Chevy belair

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

We only sell Truck parts, sorry!

@Yorbahotel1 3 жыл бұрын

Will this fit a up to a 6500? I've got a '54 with a leaky master cylinder.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

Not a 6500. Call PerformanceOnline.con and see what solutions they have

@Yorbahotel1 3 жыл бұрын

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Thanks for the prompt reply

@dennisturner7823 4 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video for the installation of the remote reservoir?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

We'll check into it. What remote reservoir are you using?

@dennisturner7823 4 жыл бұрын

None yet I just saw your video and I'd like to put one on my 51 Chevrolet

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

@@dennisturner7823 Good to know. We'll see if we can get a donor truck here and do a vid. Thanks for watching!

@2ofus1981 Жыл бұрын

What is the item number for the dual master cylinder used under the cab on a 1951 Chevrolet pickup

@specar 3 жыл бұрын

Will the kit work on a 49 chevy car?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure, but you can contact Performance Online and see if they have something that would.

@rickharrington6201 Жыл бұрын

In the video he says the master cylinder is from a Corvette what year I bought all the stuff from their website it does not include the master cylinder anybody know what year it is

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Жыл бұрын

Early 70's Corvette masters will work.

@rickharrington6201 Жыл бұрын

1972 corvette with manual brakes correct

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Жыл бұрын

@@rickharrington6201 That depends on if you use a booster or not. In this vid we used a manual brakes master.

@gilbertguzman531 3 жыл бұрын

Do they make this type of brake for a 49 fleetline

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 3 жыл бұрын

No sir, we only make Truck Parts.

@jmercado4 2 жыл бұрын

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV I have a simular question on a 1950 Delux car, looking for doing this can you share where I can find this for a car? Jake.

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 2 жыл бұрын

@@jmercado4 Try the guys at Classic Performance Products, they should have a solution for you!

@jmercado4 2 жыл бұрын

@@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV Thank you very much!!!! Jake

@dennisturner7823 4 жыл бұрын

What year Corvette master cylinder do I need?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

Late 60's, early 70's. Available here on our website to avoid any confusion: www.brotherstrucks.com/47-87-DUAL-MASTER-CYLINDER-47-59-ADAPTER-REQUIRED/productinfo/MSTR900/

@dennisturner7823 4 жыл бұрын

I have disc brakes on the front and drums on the rear, which master cylinder will I need?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

@@dennisturner7823 The standard Corvette style master we sell will work perfect for that setup. It's the one we linked to previously.

@dennisturner7823 4 жыл бұрын

Will this master cylinder work with manual transmission ?

@BROTHERSTruckPartsTV 4 жыл бұрын

@@dennisturner7823 This is basically the ONLY way you can go if you have the manual trans, the power conversion won't work. UNLESS you are running a Top-Loader.