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Old Jun 15, 2010 | 09:54 PM
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I am changing a 74 from vacuum brakes to manual. What needs to be changed over to use a manual master cylinder from another 74?
 
Old Jun 16, 2010 | 05:39 AM
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The booster goes and get the prop valve from the manual too. You got an 87 t/a or Buick? I'm in to both? Welcome.
 
Old Jun 16, 2010 | 09:58 PM
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I'm pretty sure the proportioning valve doesn't need to be changed. Just remove the booster and bolt the master back to the firewall. Might have to rework the lines a little to get it moved back. Might need a different operating rod.
I went the other way and simply installed a booster and operating rod.
 
Old Jun 16, 2010 | 10:42 PM
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I have a Turbo Buick.
 
Old Jun 17, 2010 | 06:51 AM
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I think you have to move the pushrod to the other position on the brake pedal too. It gives better leverage. Love the GN's.
 
Old Jun 17, 2010 | 04:12 PM
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Yes the pushrod needs to be moved or the pedal height wont be correct, or give proper leverage.
 
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