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It seems this was discussed some years ago; however, I can't find it.
It is a common up-grade on the Dodge sites to replace the original 1" (bore) or 1-1/16" wheel-cylinders with the 1-3/16" GMC wheel-cylinders.
Whereas, the Ford and Dodge cylinders are LEFT and RIGHT specific, with the brake-lines entering at a corresponding angle; the brake-lines enter the GMC cylinders straight in, perpendicular to the bore; thus, the GMC cylinders can be switched side-to-side.
The brake-lines are easily re-shaped to accommodate the GMC orientation.
It is also my understanding that the GMC mounting-bolt pattern is the same as the Ford and Dodge.
My DRW F350 has factory-issue 1-1/8" bore cylinders, already larger than the 1-1/16" Dodge.
Will I gain or lose by switching to the 1-3/16" GMC cylinders ??
Has anyone already actually done this on a Ford of comparable vintage to mine.
I do know one thing; a nearly worn-out Chevy/GMC of late-70s vintage will stand on it's nose; whereas, most well-maintained Fords I have driven want to run through the bridle.
Thanks for reading.
It is a common up-grade on the Dodge sites to replace the original 1" (bore) or 1-1/16" wheel-cylinders with the 1-3/16" GMC wheel-cylinders.
Whereas, the Ford and Dodge cylinders are LEFT and RIGHT specific, with the brake-lines entering at a corresponding angle; the brake-lines enter the GMC cylinders straight in, perpendicular to the bore; thus, the GMC cylinders can be switched side-to-side.
The brake-lines are easily re-shaped to accommodate the GMC orientation.
It is also my understanding that the GMC mounting-bolt pattern is the same as the Ford and Dodge.
My DRW F350 has factory-issue 1-1/8" bore cylinders, already larger than the 1-1/16" Dodge.
Will I gain or lose by switching to the 1-3/16" GMC cylinders ??
Has anyone already actually done this on a Ford of comparable vintage to mine.
I do know one thing; a nearly worn-out Chevy/GMC of late-70s vintage will stand on it's nose; whereas, most well-maintained Fords I have driven want to run through the bridle.
Thanks for reading.