Topic: Dual Master Cylinder for '65 Disc Brake Car??

[5F08KGT]

I plan on starting to finally DRIVE my '65 K GT Convertible some and want to install a DUAL master cylinder for added safety.

I just read the thread about the original disc brake master cylinder's push-rod length.

I have heard that certain year Maverick/Comet and Granada/Monarch with MANUAL Disc brakes will work.

Can anyone confirm this? also I'm seeing pre-bent lines to work with the dual setup.....

I would like to be able to re-install my original disc brake single m/c for shows.

Thanks Guys!

[mgmradio]

Why? There is nothing wrong with the original style M/C. If you are worried about it, have it rebuilt and check the wheel cylinders and calipers for leakage. Check the fluid level regularly . The brakes don't fail without warning.

[67gtasanjose]

Why? There is nothing wrong with the original style M/C. If you are worried about it, have it rebuilt and check the wheel cylinders and calipers for leakage. Check the fluid level regularly . The brakes don't fail without warning.

+1

If you change it over, I guaranty you will not be changing it back for shows.  Not THAT easily switched back and forth.The only thing that might cause sudden brake failure where this might be of service is if a brake hose (or rusty line?) suddenly blows out.  A clean system that isn't seaping will not fail suddenly

In 1967, when the dual brake systems became widely used, the Emegency Brake became known as a PARKING BRAKE, so if you had a problem, just pull the Emergency Brake

Richard

[Bob Gaines]

Why? There is nothing wrong with the original style M/C. If you are worried about it, have it rebuilt and check the wheel cylinders and calipers for leakage. Check the fluid level regularly . The brakes don't fail without warning.

+1 . It was good enough for 100's of thousands of Mustangs in 65/66 (that had disc brakes) with out issues. Sure there is better but if maintained there is no reason to think that there will be a problem.

[5F08KGT]

Thanks Guys for helping me get the confidence back on the brake issue.

My VERY FIRST CAR was a (different) '65 K GT Convertible that I bought for just $500.00 at age 16 back in 1973, I didn't know anything about brakes back then, all I wanted to do was to go FAST!!

NEVER did any brake work on that car, never added any fluid, had a mechanic replace the pads once as I recall.

I don't remember ANY particular vehicle back in the days of single master cylinders having wrecks as a result of a master cylinder failing suddenly.

Thanks Again!!

[5F08KGT]

Is anyone using the DOT 5 fluid in your car??

[67gta289]

Check these out
http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=1483.msg7628#msg7628
http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?topic=2906.msg15480#msg15480

You might find additional posts with more searching

[Bob Gaines]

Is anyone using the DOT 5 fluid in your car??

Have used Dot 5 silicone for years on driver and show cars. It's characteristics are only a + in my book for the inevitable spill or leak when servicing because it does not lift paint like regular fluid. It is not something for a track car because under extreme conditions the pedal is softer but is fine for occasional spirited driving of a primary driver/street car.

[midlife]

I've used it for 8 years now and not a problem.  I did start with all new parts, though.  I've heard that cleaning all lines and brake parts of DOT 3 can be difficult when changing over to DOT 5---just time consuming.

[Bob Gaines]

I've used it for 8 years now and not a problem.  I did start with all new parts, though.  I've heard that cleaning all lines and brake parts of DOT 3 can be difficult when changing over to DOT 5---just time consuming.

Yes easiest to start with new parts etc. You flush thoroughly with alcohol first if changing over . I would still suggest manually cleaning caliper pistons and wheel cylinders to be on the safe side.

[CharlesTurner]

Pic of the push-rods I have.  Are we saying that the disc brake one is the one with the bigger end and plastic clip?