You are on the correct path. Go to a larger cylinder to increase the
modulation. This decreases the pressure. It is not necessary for both
masters to be the same size, but it is probably a good place to start.
Doug Wilson
On Sun, 12 Jul 1998, Bruce Thompson wrote:
> Hello,
>
> I,ve been lurking in the background of the race list for a
> while, and would appreciate some feed-back on my brake
> system.
> I have a '69 Firebird Trans Am race car with the JL-8 4
> wheel disc
> brakes. Presently there are 2 master cylinders in front of a
> balance bar
> and each is .75" (3/4") From here each line passes through a
> booster,
> with the line to the rear going through a KH bias valve.
> I've never been a fan of rock hard pedals, I believe I can
> modulate
> a medium feel pedal more accurately. ( personal preference )
> I am by no means an engineer, hydraulic, or otherwise, and
> the books I've read suggests this should work.
> The orig Vettes with these size brakes had 1" or 1 1/8"
> mast/cyl depending on if they were boosted or not.
> If any of you have any experience, comments or suggestion's
> I would greatly appreciate your in-put.
>
> Thanks, in anticipation.
>
> Bruce Thompson.
>
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