47-55.1 Power Brakes on a 1948

[1948ChevyDumpFixer]

I've been scouring the catalogs and reading here, but haven't found a definitive power brake build thread for the 48 with manual trans. It seems like there are clearance issues with the clutch linkage on a manual trans with power brakes, but hydro-boost may be an option?

I want to keep the truck looking original, but I also want to be able to drive it without fear of not being able to stop when I need to.

Thanks for any helpful advice (or ridicule)!

[1project2many]

If you have spent time restoring your truck to original specs and want it to continue to look original consider a Hydrovac. Hydrovac units were available on AD trucks as a factory option. For my '57 I located a Hydrovac from a '60s truck. The later HV looks different but also looks close enough that most folks won't complain.

[1948ChevyDumpFixer]

Originally Posted by 1project2many

If you have spent time restoring your truck to original specs and want it to continue to look original consider a Hydrovac. Hydrovac units were available on AD trucks as a factory option. For my '57 I located a Hydrovac from a '60s truck. The later HV looks different but also looks close enough that most folks won't complain.

Thanks for the input! My current setup doesn't have Power Steering, did/ does yours?

[nvrdone]

check out performance on line. they have multiple kits and they say all will clear a manual trans

[1project2many]

Originally Posted by 1948ChevyDumpFixer

Thanks for the input! My current setup doesn't have Power Steering, did/ does yours?

My truck was built to work without luxuries. Original options included electric wipers, bed mounted spare, eight cylinder engine, oil bath air cleaner, and 16" wheels. I hope to adapt an original style power assist steering system, possibly from a 70's Ford truck or C3 Corvette, if I ever have find time.

[1948ChevyDumpFixer]

I have the oil bath air cleaner, but no oil filter assembly.

[1948ChevyDumpFixer]

Originally Posted by nvrdone

check out performance on line. they have multiple kits and they say all will clear a manual trans

thanks!