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    Master cyl, Pwr or Man?

    Basically they are all the same. Depending on application/year, the Power Disc may have a bore size a 32'd, or so bigger in size--Again, some are same depends on year. Next difference is the machining of the hole in piston. A Manual master has a recessed ring machined inside the hole to...
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    brake distribution block

    Mount in any fashion you desire. Dan @ Chockostang
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    How KH factory disc brakes compare to modern/aftermarket

    The new 4 Piston K/H style calipers Do Not Stick if manufactured correctly The Piston do not have to be Stainless, Nickle Chrome Plated Pistons work just as well. , Nickle/Chrome plated piston are same as your daily driver uses. Facts are facts, Most modern calipers are cast iron with...
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    brake distribution block

    The stock Drum Distribution Block works EXCELLENT with front Disc brakes as a couple members have stated. On the 65 66 Plug the rear brake hole, on 67 68 69 70 so on, run all through the block as it has been done on the drum setup, put in a adjutable proportioning valve ANYWAY in the rear...
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    1966 Mustang 4 to 5 lug Conversion

    Very good info here!! I'll add a bit to help Folks. Yes, the 65 66 C5DA V8 spindles, OR the 67-69 C6OA spindles will bolt on the K/H 4 Piston per caliper Disc brakes Ford installed on all 65 66 67 Mustangs with Disc brakes. All 67's had C6OA Spindles, Yes Everyone. Then the Drum brake...
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    67 Mustang Drum Brake Question

    Why not BOLT ON the 67 Mustang Factory K/H style Disc Brakes. 4 Piston per caliper, 11 19/64" rotors of Safe Braking? Yes, this will bolt on your spindles. Every 67 Mustang made had C6OA Spindles, That is what you have. Not only much better brakes, but will increase the value, and be...
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    how can I tell a 72 from a 73 front fender?

    There were no Chrome Bumpers in 73, No Chrome fender extensions. So the Front is a 71/72. If you have a 73 Vin??--Do it right, put on the 73 Fenders, 73 Bumper/Valance. Hoods are same 71-73. To install incorrect Fenders, spend many $$$ on a restore to have a Non Correct, Freak "If...
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    5 or 4 turn steering box?

    Carol had a Automatic 66 289 in 67. I MARRIED HER!!! Couldn't let that Mustang get away. Still got Carol, Mustang Long Gone???? Dan
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    5 or 4 turn steering box?

    Folks get confused about the "Power Steering" 4 turn box . Since it is a Power Steering box, it is actually HARDER to turn/steer than the 5 turn box without the aide of the Hydraulics. It a matter of gear ratio. More gear in the 5 turn box, less in the 4 turn. Just like a rearend. So...
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    Broke my power steering ram mount

    Sorry to hear of your termoil, but the facts or true when adding the extra length of the ram bracket for headers. It simply magnifies the stress placed on the mounting area. If the frame rail, and bracket are cleaned very well, a good welder welds the bracket on, I believe it will stay...
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    THE DEPTH OF A 1969 351W WP PULLEY

    Exactly. Easy way to determine what you have. Where is the bottom Radiator hose located--Passenger side, or Drivers side. Pass Side use any 65-69 SB W/P Pulley C5 C6 C7 C8 C9 Drivers side uses Many W/P pulleys 70 up 302, 351 W, 351 C, 400. D0 D1 D2 on and on. Dan @ Chockostang
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    piiman/idler arms...

    Idlers and Pitmans are different. Dan @ Chockostang
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    68 v8 brakes on a 65 6cylinder

    A plus for your friend putting on your Drum brakes is he can install the 4 piston per caliper K/H disc brakes on those spindles when he is ready for Disc Brakes. Exact, assembly bolt on C6OA spindles. Same setup Ford installed on EVERY 67 Mustang with Disc Brakes. Dan @ Chockostang
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    Brake pedal travel

    If you used the MC36440 Maverick Duel bowl master, there is no residual built in this. The residual needs to be inline after the master on the rear drum system. Simple easy install. Of course, the Front bowl of the master is the rear circuit. The Next cause is rear adjustment, I'd...
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    67 disk brake help

    The Proportioning valve was either mounted above the rear end, in the brake line before the rubber/flex line, or later , beside the H Block, on the left rear apron. So, you need to figure out which, Early, or late to order the Brake lines you will need to conform to either. Dan @ Chockostang
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    Power Steering Control Valve?

    Holly goodness are you in for a rude awakening. You better ask them again what you are getting. A Quality kit will be around $45-$50.00, which will include the vital pieces, Absolutely necessary to do a quality rebuild. The issue with removing the control valve is interesting. The...
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    Power Steering Control Valve?

    The "seal" is inside the control valve body, not out where the ball stud is. Yes, a fairly good mechanic can replace the seals, o-rings, and gaskets. Last thing you want to do is Buy a new control valve, Original Bendix are superior pieces. Dan @ Chockostang
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    Sticky: I6 to V8 conversion

    Excellent idea to "get specific information" to do a 6 cylinder to V8 Conversion. There are a bazillion combinations that will need to be listed. Engine, Early 65-69, late 70 up 289/302---BIG difference in brackets, Pump, pulleys, Yes, no a one of early will fit late. Then comes the...
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    Impossible to find? Power Brake Booster to firewall Bracket

    Yes indeed. Folks do not realize the Cardone booster will not have the rear mounting bracket. They (Cardone) consider this not part of the bosoter, a addition to it. These brackets are hard to find, and if one stumbles upon one it demands good money. So, what are the...
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    Needing advice on Disc Brakes and Original Styled Steel Wheels

    Here is a Tread on another Forum right now. It pertains to this very factor. We need to get this clarified as to the fit of the ORIGINAL WHEELS, Not the Repo wheels. Dan @ Chockostang From VMF: The 35 year thing is just numbers to demonstrate, the wheels on about everyone...