Converting 64 to manual brakes dual MC

[Skip FIx]

So what have you guys used for a dual MC and rod? Mine had a power conversions kit with that single 9" booster but figure going full manual to get more valve cover clearance too.

Is the a different hole on the pedal to use for manual vs power like my F body Camaro?

 

[models916]

My manual disc MC is from a 68 Chevelle. Same rod as 62 came with.

 

[Carmine]

My '62 came with power drum brakes with a single mc reserve. I believe the previous owner installed this and it wasn't factory. I elected to put a dual reserve on and it was suggested to use a '67 Impala dual master cylinder for drum brakes, which I did. Used the same rod and don't recall making any adjustments. I also sent the power brake booster out for a rebuild. Everything works great. As for valve cover clearance, I have to take the power brake booster from the firewall to get the valve cover off. What a PITA, Carmine.

 

[Skip FIx]

The rod is attached to the aftermarket booster so I'll need a new one. I figured a 67 MC and rod should work. Different pedal holes?

 

[Carmine]

The rod is attached to the aftermarket booster so I'll need a new one. I figured a 67 MC and rod should work. Different pedal holes?

I'm not sure about different pedal holes but that is a strong possibility. The PO did mine and I did see two different holes on the brake pedal. I'm sure both aren't factory. I don't recall which hole the rod is attached to but I can look if it will help you, Carmine.

 

[La Hot Rods]

If the other hole is not there you will have to drill one.
I worked on a 65 GTO that the guy did his own brake work on and could not stop the car so after checking and and scratching my head for a wile I found that he put the push rod in the lower hole. I moved it to the upper hole and fixed it.

 

[Skip FIx]

I'm not even sure whether this car was an original manual or PB car. The 9" aftermarket booster looks single diaphragm and kind of wimpy anyway.

 

[La Hot Rods]

I just looked at the pedal in a 62 and it has both holes. Not sure if a 64 is the same.

 

[Skip FIx]

Thanks. We just hauled the 64 over to my shop from my friends and starting to go though what is there and what it needs. So now I can take a look there.