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#242122 10/12/2007 2:10 AM
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Got a 55 GMC 100. All stock brake system drums. My master has a slight leak. What is the best upgrade without going crazy?

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The easy way would be go back stock. The safety way would be put a dual cylinder MC in it. That's what I did in my '56.

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"It's just a phase. He'll grow out of it." Mama, 1964

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Cheap and easy would be to rebuild or replace the original unit with the stock type parts. But if you're looking to upgrade, and aren't concerned about 100% originality, going to an aftermarket dual circuit, preferrably boosted, master cylider would be a good upgrade. Tey can be had for 4 wheel drum systems without too much cost. I beleive virtually any of the usual suppliers have the kits. For an even better upgrade, though at mor cost, you could also opt for a front disk conversion. They are making them now that retain the original 6 lug bolt pattern, so you can keep the stock wheels.


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