Brake question
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Brake question
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Torxhead
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I think so, unless you are planning on running huge tires. From what I have seen the first upgrade to a CJ brake system is an aftermarket booster. Some guys use one from a YJ, but that does put the brake lines on the opposite side.
Here is an example:PB8537 BOOSTER, Brake 8" dual diaphram Bendix style
Here is an example:PB8537 BOOSTER, Brake 8" dual diaphram Bendix style
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I installed a brake booster on mine one of the better things I've installed pretty simple bolt in I got mine here:
Jeep 8 Inch Dual Power Brake Booster with Master Cylinder
I got it cheaper off ebay.
Jeep 8 Inch Dual Power Brake Booster with Master Cylinder
I got it cheaper off ebay.
mriplaybass
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I got one similar to this on eBay
1974-1986 JEEP CJ SERIES 8" DUAL ZINC POWER BRAKE BOOSTER KIT | eBay
1974-1986 JEEP CJ SERIES 8" DUAL ZINC POWER BRAKE BOOSTER KIT | eBay
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For me, it's a question of quality. The OE calipers were (probably) made in the USA in the late '70s or early '80s, the quality of the steel used in them is a lot higher than the chinesium one's you're going to be able to buy new from anywhere. I had the same thought when I redid my rear drum brakes last year, I opted to find a place that would resurface my pushing 40 year old made in the USA drums as opposed to buying chinesium new ones.
Now, if they're corroded to the point that you're concerned with it being a safety issue, and they're at a point that the need to be replaced, then replace them. Heck, take them to your local machine shop and have them sand or media blasted and it's still probably going to cost you less than new.
Torxhead
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Chinesium! That is a good one, but an excellent description of the cheap steel used in aftermarket products. Anyway the same comment goes for the cheaper front discs that are on the market.
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If the calipers are leaking, then rebuild.
Otherwise, don't mess with'em.
LG
Otherwise, don't mess with'em.
LG