C1FROMLV

Does any one recommend the dual master cylinder for a C1??? I am sticking with 4 drums as previously recommended - but need a new cylinder. Also, does anyone recommend the best source for a dual cylinder. Finally, I can't find a source for the square metal axle "keeper" that holds in the rear axle's to the brake backing plate. I see the gaskets in number of sources, but not the plate. Mine were pretty rusted and I'd rather not remount them if I don't have to.
Thanks

AZDoug

I have a set of C1, no rust complete axle assemblies left over from the 12 bolt rear end install.

What are a couple axle assemblies worth? I don't need these anymore.

Doug

dropTopTx

I just bought this dual MC from ECI

http://www.ecihotrodbrakes.com/remot..._cylinder.html

Direct fit and slopes down to clear the hood. Looks good in the box I just havent gotten around to installing it yet.

I'm also putting on their front disc conversion. Everybody has their own opinion, and maybe my drums arent adjusted exactly right but every once in a while when you need them the most in a panic situation they pull one way or the other. I drive a lot and dont need the worries.

JohnFromVentura

Regardless of what a few C1 owners say, drum brakes work for beans! In a C1 caravan you never let a drum brake C1 car get behind you or at the first light change they will run right through you!

C1FROMLV

Thanks for the link. I'll check it out

C1FROMLV

not sure I understood your reply. My axles are fine (left and right)...I just need the square "keepers" that bolt to the backing plate.
Thanks

AZDoug

I understood. The keepers I have are on the axles, retained by the bearings, and I am not going to spend two hours taking them apart to sell them for $10 each.

Doug

JohnFromVentura

The axle flanges (keepers) are common to all Chevy's of the era. Try Corvette Central, Paragon or even DanChuck.

C1FROMLV

Doug, Sorry I misunderstood you. Let me try some of the other sources listed first as I believe the shipping on the axles will be too expensive.
Joe

Black60

In a C1 caravan you never let a drum brake C1 car get behind you or at the first light change they will run right through you![/QUOTE]

Dang John, how the hell'd we ever live through the fifties and sixties with our drum brakes? Guess we never experienced some *** wipe with discs locking them up at the first light change.

I like the picture of the back of your black C-1. That's the reason I own one.


Best Regards,

Ralph

Jack60

Blow your doors off maybe

JohnFromVentura

Ralph, it seems like I remember just waiting a long time..."to stop" while I was wincing! Black C1's are my favorite also!
John