Hey guys- I'd like your thoughts on my latest plan to 'fix' my brakes.. Big picture: there's no room at the firewall for a booster, so I've currently plumbed in the brakes as non-power brakes (old-school, no vacuum boost).. I've tweaked on them a bit, and I just don't like them (I'm running 4-wheel discs).. They aren't 'grabby'/ 'positive' enough for me.. I've nearly tripled the car's HP, but the brakes still make it stop like an old car- I can get them to stop and even lock up, but I have to REALLY stomp on them, and I don't like it.. So, I'm going to bite the bullet and install a remote power assist unit, but it comes with it's own issues...
Here's what I believe I need: A 'single circuit' master cylinder at the firewall.. Plumb that back to the remote vacuum power assist unit (located in the trunk) *pic is just a generic unit, then plumb brake lines from the power assist unit out to each wheel.. the rear wheels will need an inline adjustable proportioning valve to choke off some of the power assist and avoid early lock up in the rear..
All of this make sense, yes? My issue as I see it is I need a single circuit Brake Master Cylinder that will move enough fluid for 4 disc brake calipers.. Any idea where to source such a MC? Looking for a 7/8" bore..
**btw, I know it's not ideal to run a 'one circuit' MC, as in the event of a MC failure it's a 100% loss of brakes... The issue I have is I'd like to avoid running 2 remote power units... -also, I can't go hydroboost because I have no PS pump option on this engine that will fit my engine bay..
A sound plan? Am I missing something in my quest to get the Power in my power brakes?
As always, thanks for your thoughts
--ccrunner
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