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Old Oct 25, 2010 | 07:11 PM
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rear drums to discs rear end swap confussion

Ok. So I have found a 9 bolt 3.23 disc break posi rear end on craigslist. It is just the rear-end with the hoses, no lines.

Now originally I thought that the whole master cylinder would need replaced, but after looking at this article:
https://www.thirdgen.org/propvalve

It sounds Like all I have to do is install a prop valve and run the lines and possibly swap E-brake cable

so I am just looking for someone to set me on the correct path so i can get my baby back out on the road!
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Old Oct 25, 2010 | 07:15 PM
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Re: rear drums to discs rear end swap confussion

you will need the proper e-brake cables, and a prop valve from a disc/disc car. Or, you can gut your existing propvalve and install a adjustable one for the rear circuit.
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Old Oct 25, 2010 | 07:17 PM
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Re: rear drums to discs rear end swap confussion

Either master cylinder will work, the only difference will be pedal feel and travel. You just have to change the parking brake cables and combo valve.
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Old Oct 25, 2010 | 08:34 PM
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Re: rear drums to discs rear end swap confussion

Ok, So on summit wilwood has 3 different valves, does it matter which one I would use?

http://www.summitracing.com/search/B...rtioning+valve

I think it would be easier to screw with the master cylinder I have and make it work than find one, because the rear I found the guy doesnt have it.
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Old Oct 25, 2010 | 08:38 PM
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Re: rear drums to discs rear end swap confussion

Info here on master, combo valve, and cables may be helpful:

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tran...-10-bolts.html

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