The front lines should connect to the larger line. This usually connects to
a larger chamber in the front.
The residual line should go upstream of the proportioning valve; i.e,
closest to the M/C.
This is how I did mine and it works great, just don't forget to bench bleed
the M/C
Jack / Winter Park FL
----- Original Message -----
From: David Ault <dlault@juno.com>
To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, May 09, 1999 8:57 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] Brake connections
> Hi,
>
> I am getting ready to hook up the brake lines on my truck. I have disk
> front & drum rear with power dual master cylinder. I have an adjustable
> proportioning valve and residual valve for both front and rear. The
> master cylinder will be mounted under the floor.
>
> I am not sure how to hook up the master cylinder. There are two outlets,
> one that normally has a 1/4" tube and is closest to the power booster,
> and one that normally has a 3/16" line, furthest from the power booster.
> This is a late 70's Chevy master cylinder for disk/drum combination.
> Which one of these outlets is for the front disks and which one for the
> rear drums?
>
> Also, should the residual valve for the rear go between the proportioning
> valve and the wheel cylinders, or between the proportioning valve and the
> master cylinders?
>
> Any help is greatly appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dave
> 1950 3100
>
>
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