Rear Brake Cylinders (Oversized) | 356 Speedster, 550 Spyder, Replica, Automotive Community

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A short time ago I came across an article about using Oversized rear brake cylinders. It said that it helped in balancing the braking system out when using frong disk brakes, I can't find them any where. Does anyone have any idea where they could be purchased?

4/6/063:03 PM

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Former Member

A short time ago I came across an article about using Oversized rear brake cylinders. It said that it helped in balancing the braking system out when using frong disk brakes, I can't find them any where. Does anyone have any idea where they could be purchased?

4/6/063:03 PM

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ive never had a problem with the ratio when you keep after the adjustment on the rear. I do it everyy time i change the oil. If they are constantly loose you probubly need to pull the star adjusters and get all of the brake dust out and re-lube them.

Another way to attack the problem is use a proportoning valve- or convert to Thing drums in the rear. The latter is popular with the budget drag racers.

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You are looking for type 3 rear cylinders, they have a bit larger diameter

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Thanks guys. I found just what I needed and should work great. How much of a hassle is it to switch to Thing rear drums?

Former Member

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