I installed a disc brake conversion on my '53. It worked just fine. A direct bolt on. I did not use a booster with it. I did install a corvette dual master cylinder though. You do want to have a dual cylinder so you can run the front and rear brakes on separate lines. Good for safety.

Dan

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