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69 Short Fleet · 02-16-2003, 09:05 PM

Hi All; Was wondering if anyone has installed an ABS brake system or was thinking of doing it? Pics. ? Thanks Doug

Longhorn Man · 02-17-2003, 01:09 AM

Sounds like a butt load of work for something that is marginally safer.
I know ABS has saved my hide once froma small fender bender...but put it in danger at least a dozen times.

Fred T · 02-17-2003, 09:47 AM

Wouldn't that take a computer and speed sensors on all the wheels? Lots of work, and no computers on my truck!

ChevLoRay · 02-17-2003, 11:03 AM

Several years ago, I saw an ad (and maybe an article) on a "device" that attached to the master cylinder and was supposed to emulate ABS on a non-ABS vehicle brake system. I doubted the ability of the device, and I have not seen any references to it in several years.

My best guess is that it had some sort of pulsating output to limit braking and prevent wheel lock. However, I don't know how else it could do that and not cause an increase in stopping distance. The sensors on the wheels are there to tell the computer that a specific wheel has stopped/slowed in relation to the others. For that input, the computer then allows the brake to be released momentarily and therefore not lock, hopefully to prevent a skid.

I don't see an easy way to install an ABS system, short of mounting a 67-72 cab/body, on a late-model ABS chassis. In my opinion, if that is what you have as your goal (to have ABS), then you'd be bucks-up to use a late chassis. Anything less would be a monumental undertaking with a lot of unknown variables.

Again, my opinion.

69 Short Fleet · 02-17-2003, 11:04 AM

Thanks for responding Fred & Longhornmail, with the some of the extensive mods and upgrades done on this board I thought someone would of done it by now. I just think it would take a "disc brake upgrade" to the next level, however time, money, and simplicity are all factors, later Doug

sniper2321 · 02-17-2003, 03:10 PM

nascar use an abs that bolts in to the break lines i'am planing on using it on my truck since i'am using alcon 6 piston caliper from bear break they told me about the abs part from BSRproducs.com if you need more info call me at 772-286-7306

Dandeluxe · 02-17-2003, 04:07 PM

THIS IS ALL YOU NEED TOO MUCH WORK W/ ABS

*Gee_Emm* · 02-18-2003, 12:38 AM

I find ABS a pain in the ass, sure its good sometimes, but at low speeds when I need to stop on ice it don't work!

Longhorn Man · 02-19-2003, 12:29 AM

It don't stop you in loose gravel either.

69 Short Fleet · 02-19-2003, 01:23 AM

Thanks for all your input guys!! Regards Doug

02-16-2003, 09:05 PM	#1
69 Short Fleet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 1,086	Has anyone done an ABS brake upgrade Hi All; Was wondering if anyone has installed an ABS brake system or was thinking of doing it? Pics. ? Thanks Doug

02-17-2003, 09:47 AM	#3
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Wouldn't that take a computer and speed sensors on all the wheels? Lots of work, and no computers on my truck! __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

02-17-2003, 11:03 AM	#4
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Several years ago, I saw an ad (and maybe an article) on a "device" that attached to the master cylinder and was supposed to emulate ABS on a non-ABS vehicle brake system. I doubted the ability of the device, and I have not seen any references to it in several years. My best guess is that it had some sort of pulsating output to limit braking and prevent wheel lock. However, I don't know how else it could do that and not cause an increase in stopping distance. The sensors on the wheels are there to tell the computer that a specific wheel has stopped/slowed in relation to the others. For that input, the computer then allows the brake to be released momentarily and therefore not lock, hopefully to prevent a skid. I don't see an easy way to install an ABS system, short of mounting a 67-72 cab/body, on a late-model ABS chassis. In my opinion, if that is what you have as your goal (to have ABS), then you'd be bucks-up to use a late chassis. Anything less would be a monumental undertaking with a lot of unknown variables. Again, my opinion. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

02-17-2003, 03:10 PM	#6
sniper2321 Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: S.E. Fla Posts: 185	nascar use an abs that bolts in to the break lines i'am planing on using it on my truck since i'am using alcon 6 piston caliper from bear break they told me about the abs part from BSRproducs.com if you need more info call me at 772-286-7306 Last edited by sniper2321; 02-17-2003 at 03:26 PM.

02-17-2003, 04:07 PM	#7
Dandeluxe Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: st.louis mo. Posts: 717	disc brakes THIS IS ALL YOU NEED TOO MUCH WORK W/ ABS Attached Images __________________ 1969 cst swb 350/400 th . DANNY C . ["]FRIENDS DONT LET FRIENDS DRIVE F@RD$!! 1969 cst swb corvette hugger orange with 400 hp sbc I started out with nothing and i held on to it

02-17-2003, 01:09 AM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Sounds like a butt load of work for something that is marginally safer. I know ABS has saved my hide once froma small fender bender...but put it in danger at least a dozen times.

02-17-2003, 11:04 AM	#5
69 Short Fleet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 1,086	Thanks for responding Fred & Longhornmail, with the some of the extensive mods and upgrades done on this board I thought someone would of done it by now. I just think it would take a "disc brake upgrade" to the next level, however time, money, and simplicity are all factors, later Doug

02-18-2003, 12:38 AM	#8
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	I find ABS a pain in the ass, sure its good sometimes, but at low speeds when I need to stop on ice it don't work!

02-19-2003, 12:29 AM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	It don't stop you in loose gravel either.

02-19-2003, 01:23 AM	#10
69 Short Fleet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 1,086	Thanks for all your input guys!! Regards Doug



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