alberts truck o matic Posted June 8, 2009 Report Share Posted June 8, 2009 I did a search of the forum here and didnt really find an answer. I was trying to find rebuild kits for the rear wheel cylinders. These are the single acting type with two per side. I think Roberts would have them but havent called yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted June 8, 2009 Report Share Posted June 8, 2009 Did you check with your local Napa, O'Rielly, Auto Zone, etc? They probably have cylinders and/or rebuild kits. Before buying kits I'd be REAL sure that the bores are in good condition. Merle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alberts truck o matic Posted June 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2009 Have not been by the local parts houses yet but plan on it. I have three sets of cylinders that are pretty good so I think I could get a set to work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buds truck Posted June 8, 2009 Report Share Posted June 8, 2009 Have not been by the local parts houses yet but plan on it. I have three sets of cylinders that are pretty good so I think I could get a set to work. your last sentence scares me... You think you could get a set to work. please make sure the bores are much much better than just ok, As an insurance adjuster, I see the results of brakes that the owners thought would be "ok". It's not worth the extra few $$$ if you are not completely positive about the condition of the bores. Just my 2 cents. Bud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coW52Dodge Posted June 9, 2009 Report Share Posted June 9, 2009 I agree with that. Going is easy, stopping - not so much. When I first got my 1/2 ton two months ago, I filled up the system with fluid to find it leak. It was then that a decision was made to overhaul the brake system and thus far have replaced all the hard lines, rubber lines, master cylinder and front wheel cylinders and shoes. Also fixed the parking brake. I still need to do the rear but won't drive it until it is all done. Better safe than sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alberts truck o matic Posted June 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2009 Well Bud just to ease your mind I had not honed them yet, just cleaned them and found no pits. I agree totaly that the brakes are one of the most important systems. I have made the purchase of a new master cylinder, plan on replacing the rubber lines and one rear hard line as the original was rotted through and the previous owner rigged a line on the outside of the frame. The rest of the lines will get cleaned and check before final assembly. This truck was last driven in the late 90's and had all new brakes put on then the shoes are virtually new and the drums are great, just all the cylinders need attention due to the brake fluid and setting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John-T-53 Posted June 9, 2009 Report Share Posted June 9, 2009 Roberts has 'em and I think Kanter does too. Most likely they'll need to be replaced...if there's any pits in the bore they'll leak indefinitely. I also looked into resleeving mine but new cylinders were cheaper and quicker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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