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1955 Buick Power Brake set


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I have here the brake setup from a 55 Roadmaster.  Everything included. Vac tank included but not pictured, it has rust through and probably cannot be saved, but could be a pattern? Or just reference for comparison.  Also note the nipple is broken on the lower reservoir piece (goes through frame between master and reservoir). Also included as pattern or reference. Master cylinder is pretty clean, although I'd recommend you have it sleeved. Vacuum unit has good internals, but some pitting inside towards the back (See pics).  All exterior surfaces have been cleaned and primed. If you need more specific photos, please ask.  I'm asking $150 for everything from pedal to vac tank. I can leave it torn down for ease of shipping or reassemble for you.

 

 

 

 

Disclaimer: I am marketing these as a parts set. Up to you to rebuild,  use for parts,  etc. 

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1 hour ago, wndsofchng06 said:

Why is that?

 

In most common master cylinders, the piston compresses the volume of the chamber to displace fluid. In these master cylinders, the volume remains constant and the piston displaces the fluid in the reservoir. The piston never touches the side wall of the master cylinder, it floats in the rubber cups and that is the only contact surface the piston sees. So it's a waste to have this type of master cylinder sleeved when it will do nothing. You can rebuild these on the bench with no effort at all. All you need is a rebuild kit with new rubber cups and a new, stainless steel or chrome piston. 

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I now have a 2nd full setup, included a good vac tank. With pedal parts,  this set came off a recently driving & stopping car...  asking $225 I'll post photos soon.  Also have an extra booster, and Roadmaster backing plates asking $100 for the pair , and drums $75 for the set, the shoes are worn but can be had as cores for re-lining if applicable.   Also have a pair of the pins for the front shocks asking $35 for the pair.

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On 8/3/2018 at 1:12 PM, wndsofchng06 said:

and drums $75 for the set, the shoes are worn but can be had as cores for re-lining if applicable.   Also have a pair of the pins for the front shocks asking $35 for the pair.

 

drums good for another turning?  "Pins for front shocks"? You mean the bottom mounting brackets?

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2 hours ago, MrEarl said:

 

drums good for another turning?  "Pins for front shocks"? You mean the bottom mounting brackets?

Yes the bottom mounting brackets are what I meant.  I'll pull the drums out ans measure, they looked good, but whats the minimum measurement to allow another cut.

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