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1948 Brake Systems
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Summit Racing™ Power Brake Conversion Kits
Summit Racing™ power brake conversion kits create more stopping power. Upgrading your classic to power brakes is smart—and safer! Many older vehicles used single-reservoir master cylinders. Our conversion kits feature dual reservoir cast iron master cylinders. All parts are brand new, available for many applications from the 1940s and up, and some kits may include pedal rod extensions and mounting hardware.
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$215.99
Wilwood Forged Dynalite Pro Series Front Disc Brake Kits
Wilwood's Forged Dynalite Pro series front disc brake kits are designed to provide unmatched performance with classic, high-tech styling for a wide variety of street rods, musclecars, hot rods, and heavy drag cars. The kits combine the powerful clamping force of Dynalite calipers with the added performance and cooling capacity of competition-style vented rotors. Other features include hubs, brake pads, caliper brackets, mounting hardware, and detailed instructions for an easy bolt-on installation. In addition to everything else, these kits can also cut as much as 35 lbs. off of your front-end.
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$1,057.29
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$1,535.86
The Right Stuff Brake Proportioning Valve Kits
The Right Stuff brake proportioning valve kits are designed for vehicles that have been converted from drum to front disc brakes, when they are equipped with rear drum brakes. These brake valves will increase front brake pressure to accommodate your front disc brake conversion. The Right Stuff kits include a mounting bracket, a pigtail for the switch, and hardware for an easy installation.
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$109.99
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$161.99
Wilwood Forged Dynalite Front Drag Race Disc Brake Kits
Wilwood's Forged Dynalite Front Drag Race disc brake kits are designed for all cars weighing less than 2,800 lbs. and those with rear drum brakes weighing less than 2,400 lbs. They feature billet 4-piston calipers, forged billet hubs, lightweight alloy-steel rotors, and PolyMatrix pads. The resulting packages produce great braking performance and also chop a whopping 50 lbs. off of your vehicle's front-end. Each kit includes CNC-machined aluminum mounting brackets and all hardware necessary for installation.
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$969.23
Raybestos Element3 Brake Shoes
Raybestos Element3 brake shoes are designed to provide premium performance for everyday driving conditions. These shoes are contoured or cam-grounded, which eliminates chattering and rear-wheel lockup. Raybestos Element3 brake shoes are powdercoated to help prevent rust and provide superior durability. Select the brake shoes needed for your vehicle.
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$36.99
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$70.99
Classic Performance Stock Height 6-Lug Wheel Disc Brake Kits
Classic Performance stock height 6-lug wheel disc brake kits contain everything you'll need to put modern discs on your stock 1/2 ton spindles, and use your stock hub. They feature 1 1/4 in. thick, 12 in. diameter rotors and use a GM full-floating caliper. Get your ride stopped quicker and safer with Classic Performance stock height 6-lug wheel disc brake kits.
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$474.99
Classic Performance Master Cylinder and Brake Booster Kits
Classic Performance master cylinder and brake booster kits will increase your stopping power and braking consistency. They are available with either single or dual-diaphragm styles in a standard gold zinc or optional chrome or stainless steel finishes. These kits use a standard mounting pattern, which allows them to interchange and work on several different mounting configurations. With the improved proper pedal ratio, you'll get a higher, firmer, and safer pedal.
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$338.99
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$388.99
LEED Brakes Spindle-Mount Front Disc Brake Conversion Kits
Add the safety, reliability, and performance of disc brakes to your vehicle LEED Brakes spindle-mount front disc brake conversion kits. Spindle-mount kits include everything you need to mount front disc brakes to your vehicle minus the master cylinder and power brake booster. All components used in these kits are new high quality, precision machined products. Choose the one designed for your vehicle.
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$1,169.99
Brothers Trucks Firewall Brake Conversions
Brothers Trucks offers firewall-mounted power brake conversions for a variety of vehicles, including many Chevy and GMC models from the 1940s thru the 1980s. Kits include a triangulated firewall bracket with swing pedal assembly, 8 in. single diaphragm brake booster, dual reservoir master cylinder, proportioning valve and lines. Conversion kits are available for disc/disc, disc/drum, and drum/drum applications. (Drum/drum applications do not include proportioning valve or lines.)
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$486.95
The Right Stuff Brake Proportioning Valves and Blocks
Doing an upgrade? The Right Stuff brake proportioning valves and blocks can help you get the job done right. Restoring your classic usually means stepping up your stopping power and The Right Stuff offers quite a selection of proportioning valves, distribution blocks, metering blocks, and combination valves to get your drum, disc, or conversion system into optimum operation. You need the right amount of pressure and the right amount of fluid distributed to your brake lines for reliable, safe performance. To gain proper function and fit, renovate your brake system with brake proportioning valves and blocks from The Right Stuff.
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$132.99
PowerStop Autospecialty Stock Replacement Brake Shoes
PowerStop has a reputation for precision and adherence to the strictest OEM standards, which extends to our brake shoe line. PowerStop Autospecialty brake shoes are made with a semi-metallic formula that is post cured for increased braking power and a shorter break-in time. They are precision cam-ground for proper fitment to the drum and chamfered to prevent noise and chatter. All shoes are 100 percent asbestos-free, copper-free, and made from new steel that is coated to resist rust. Choose the perfect fit for your vehicle.
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$30.90
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$50.99
Shafer's Classic Reproductions Brake Wheel Cylinder Push Pins
Shafer's Classic Reproductions offers brake wheel cylinder push pins for a variety of car and truck applications. They are the link between the wheel cylinder and the brake shoe. Original push pins can become rusty or simply fall out due to extremely worn shoes, a malfunctioning wheel cylinder, or broken hardware. Most replacement hardware kits do not contain the push pins, so order Shafer's Classic Reproductions brake wheel cylinder push pins to ensure that you have the proper supply on hand for your project.
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$12.99
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Dorman Brake Master Cylinders
Are you looking for a replacement brake master cylinder for your brake system? Dorman has you covered with their OEM replacement Dorman brake master cylinders. Dorman brake master cylinders deliver increased performance and reliability. Dorman has industry-leading brake master cylinder application coverage that is second to none. If you want maximum performance from your brake system, then you need one of these Dorman brake master cylinders.
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$45.99
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$130.99
Lokar Emergency Brake Connector Cables
Lokar emergency brake connector cables are designed to work in conjunction with Lokar universal emergency brake cables. These replacement cables are "U-Cut-To-Fit" and mount to underdash hand and foot brakes. Choose from black plastic or stainless steel housings to protect the cable from fraying. The connector cables are available in universal fitments, as well as application-specific for vehicles from the 1930s and up.
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$139.95
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$205.95
Lokar Rear Brake Cable Assemblies
Lokar makes these rear brake cable assemblies for a variety of applications. They're available in both black and stainless housings.
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$180.95
Brothers Trucks Remote Master Cylinder Reservoir Kits
Brothers Trucks offers remote master cylinder reservoir kits for a variety of applications, including many Chevy and GMC trucks from the 1940s, '50s, '60s, '70s, and '80s. Maybe your frame-mounted master cylinder is tough to check or refill with brake fluid. These kits can convert your standard dual master cylinder to a remote reservoir unit mounted up higher in the engine compartment for easy access. They work with both manual and power brakes. Each kit includes a polished billet aluminum cap, chrome bails, gasket, hose, and plastic reservoir.
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$157.95
Kanter Brake Shoes
For over 50 years, Kanter has been providing classic car parts for many make and models of domestic vehicles from the 1930s to the 1980s. Kanter brake shoes, primarily for classic cars, offer benefits like restoring original factory performance, ensuring reliable stopping, and providing excellent durability due to their precision manufacturing and friction material, making them ideal for classic drum brake systems needing authentic, long-lasting replacements. They provide consistent braking, resist fade, and are gentle on drums, maintaining the integrity of vintage vehicles. Select the brake shoes designed for your vehicle.
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$55.99
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$89.99
Lokar Universal Emergency Brake Cables
Lokar universal emergency brake cables feature quality, one-piece aluminum adjusters and an aluminum ferrule to eliminate fraying of the stainless steel housing. The outer housing is PTFE-lined for smooth operation, and the stainless inner cable resists moisture. The design allows the rear-end backing plate fittings to be removed without removing the brake cables, for ease of assembly and maintenance. These replacement cables are available for a wide range of applications, from the 1940s and up.
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$180.95
Classic Performance Upgraded Disc Conversion Rotors
Classic Performance now offers upgraded disc conversion brake rotors in standard or drilled-and-slotted styles for their disc brake conversions. These are the same high-quality pieces found in Classic's complete brake kits. All components work with their drop spindles or factory stock spindles. Classic Performance upgraded disc brake conversion rotors are made with premium materials and craftsmanship to ensure a great fit and dependable performance. Order the model recommended for fitment on your vehicle application.
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$94.99
Wilwood Replacement Cone Bearings
When you're replacing bearings for your drag hub, Willwood cone bearings offer you premium quality at competitive pricing. These steel inner bearings are manufactured with strict tolerances to ensure the ultimate in performance and service life. If you need race performance bearings, then Willwood cone bearings are what you need.
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$12.00
Classic Performance Front Disc Brake Kits
Upgrade your vehicle's stopping power with Classic Performance front disc brake kits. They include a pair of vented brake rotors and calipers, brake hoses, a bearing kit, seals, banjo bolts, and spindle nut kits. These kits are available with your choice of standard solid brake rotors or high performance cross-drilled and slotted rotors. Order the model designed for fitment with your vehicle and bolt pattern application.
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$474.99
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$549.99
The Right Stuff Brake Proportioning Valve Brackets
The Right Stuff brake proportioning valve brackets are designed to securely attach your proportioning valve to the frame or firewall. They are manufactured from quality materials and have the correct bolt locations predrilled for easy attachment.
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$18.99
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$30.99
Brothers Trucks Master Cylinders
Brothers Trucks offers master cylinders for a wide range of vehicles, including many Chevrolet and GMC trucks from the 1950s and '60s. These are direct-fit replacement cast iron brake master cylinders for 1/2-ton, 3/4-ton, and 1-ton trucks that are using the stock brake system with a single reservoir. Each order includes cap and dust boot.
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$101.95
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$334.95
Lokar U-Cut-to-Fit Rear Brake Cables
Lokar offers U-Cut-To-Fit rear brake cables for a variety of applications, including many 1940s and '50s era Chevy and GMC trucks. The cables mount from backing plates on the rear-end to the original cross shaft chassis. They're designed with a specially extruded liner for extended life of the cable, and the stainless inner cable resists moisture. Each kit includes two 4 ft. outer braided stainless steel housings that "U-Cut-to-Fit." This design allows rear-end backing plate fittings to be removed without removing brake cables. Lokar cables also feature two adjustable cable locks and clevis.
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$232.95
