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C10Silverado79 · 04-06-2010, 08:18 AM

hey gang,

I have a couple of questions for those with more brake expertise than I have. I am planning to update the brakes on my 79. I got the truck a month or so ago from my father-in-law and a lot of the parts are still original. I am not planning to 'upgrade' as much as just update to newer parts so that the system is strong and reliable. My plans at this point are:

FRONT
Replace hoses, calipers, pads
Turn Rotors (replace if necessary)
Pack wheel bearings

REAR
Replace hose
Replace Wheel cylinders, shoes, springs, etc
Turn Drums (replace if necessary)

Flush brake fluid during process.

Am I overlooking anything important?

Are there any particular components that I should seriously consider upgrading rather than replacing?

Is getting braiding lines worth the extra expense? I do plan on towing occasionally.

This is not for show. I just want the brake system to be reliable.

Thanks in Advance.
Steve

**N2TRUX** · 04-06-2010, 09:39 AM

Since your just doing a stock rebuild, I don't feel braided lines are worth the extra expense. I would consider premium quality pads/shoes a worthy expenditure.

C10Silverado79 · 04-06-2010, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Since your just doing a stock rebuild, I don't feel braided lines are worth the extra expense. I would consider premium quality pads/shoes a worthy expenditure.

Thanks for the feedback. Any recommendations on brake pads? I have the usual retail suppliers here. (Pep Boys, NAPA, Autozone, Advanced Auto) I can order online if there is a good reason.

SCOTI · 04-06-2010, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C10Silverado79

Thanks for the feedback. Any recommendations on brake pads? I have the usual retail suppliers here. (Pep Boys, NAPA, Autozone, Advanced Auto) I can order online if there is a good reason.

Wagner or Raybestos products.

smashingchuck · 04-06-2010, 08:03 PM

x2 on the Raybestos. I also don't feel the braided lines are needed.

C10Silverado79 · 04-07-2010, 11:14 PM

I got a late start on the brake job tonight so I didn't get too far. Got the truck up on stands and the wheels off. Rear drums came off easy. Now I know for sure that I have the 2in drums. ( I was guessing that was the size but didn't know for sure)

I did a cursory check yesterday but didn't find anyone local handling Wagner or Raybestos brakes. I'll have to check a little more tomorrow. If it too much of a pain, I'll have to go with a premium set probably from NAPA.

Pulled the MC cap off and the reservoir for the rear brakes is almost empty. (oops - should of checked that sooner probably)

04-06-2010, 08:18 AM	#1
C10Silverado79 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: York, PA Posts: 180	Opinions wanted for brake update on 79 C10 hey gang, I have a couple of questions for those with more brake expertise than I have. I am planning to update the brakes on my 79. I got the truck a month or so ago from my father-in-law and a lot of the parts are still original. I am not planning to 'upgrade' as much as just update to newer parts so that the system is strong and reliable. My plans at this point are: FRONT Replace hoses, calipers, pads Turn Rotors (replace if necessary) Pack wheel bearings REAR Replace hose Replace Wheel cylinders, shoes, springs, etc Turn Drums (replace if necessary) Flush brake fluid during process. Am I overlooking anything important? Are there any particular components that I should seriously consider upgrading rather than replacing? Is getting braiding lines worth the extra expense? I do plan on towing occasionally. This is not for show. I just want the brake system to be reliable. Thanks in Advance. Steve __________________ 1979 C10 Silverado 1998 Camry 5spd 2005 Harley ElectraGlide

04-06-2010, 09:39 AM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Opinions wanted for brake update on 79 C10 Since your just doing a stock rebuild, I don't feel braided lines are worth the extra expense. I would consider premium quality pads/shoes a worthy expenditure. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

04-06-2010, 08:03 PM	#5
smashingchuck It'd be alot cooler if you did Join Date: May 2003 Location: Three Rivers, MI Posts: 2,345	Re: Opinions wanted for brake update on 79 C10 x2 on the Raybestos. I also don't feel the braided lines are needed. __________________ 78 Build Thread 4Runner Build Last edited by smashingchuck; 04-06-2010 at 08:03 PM.

04-07-2010, 11:14 PM	#6
C10Silverado79 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: York, PA Posts: 180	Re: Opinions wanted for brake update on 79 C10 I got a late start on the brake job tonight so I didn't get too far. Got the truck up on stands and the wheels off. Rear drums came off easy. Now I know for sure that I have the 2in drums. ( I was guessing that was the size but didn't know for sure) I did a cursory check yesterday but didn't find anyone local handling Wagner or Raybestos brakes. I'll have to check a little more tomorrow. If it too much of a pain, I'll have to go with a premium set probably from NAPA. Pulled the MC cap off and the reservoir for the rear brakes is almost empty. (oops - should of checked that sooner probably) __________________ 1979 C10 Silverado 1998 Camry 5spd 2005 Harley ElectraGlide



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