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good morning to all
my 17 year old son purchased a 1953 chevrolet canopy this past summer, we are going to redo the front brake wheel cylinders, does anyone know the bore size?
here is a link that i found online from chevy of the 40s. https://www.chevsofthe40s.com/detai...inder_Rebuild_Kit_Front_112ton_2ton.html
i would like to have the part before i take it apart to hone


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Bolter
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Rockauto.com has new A/C Delco wheel cylinders for around $23 each.


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That part is for a 1.5 or 2 ton truck
Your Canopy Express is either a 1/2 ton or a 1 ton.

Let us know the year/size in each new thread/topic.

I would inspect the brake cylinders before buying parts - it might be pitted beyond repair/rehab.
In fact, the complete wheel cylinders might be readily available - I would replace all units (to be safe).

The on-line "reference" for 1953 truck brakes is unreadable.
Here are specs for 1952 truck brakes and 1954 truck brake specs.

Also, measure what you have - someone might have cob-job changed it over the years.

Congratulations to your son (and you) obtaining a Canopy Express - a very rare model.

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Bolter
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Tim, they have cylinders for 3100, 3600, 3800 and 3900 listed just scroll down.


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'47 Chevy 3100 5 Window (long term project)
‘65 Chevy Biscayne (Emily)
‘39 Dodge Business Coupe (Clarence)
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Support those brave men/women who stand the "Thin Blue Line"! Hug a cop!
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