If in doubt, now's the time to replace the ball joints. The upper unbolts and the bottom is pressed, so you'll need to remove the lower A-arms (two bolts). It will cost around $100 for all four ball joints.If in doubt, now's the time to replace the ball joints. The upper unbolts and the bottom i It's a good idea to leave the spring compressor on the last spring removed. This version is rather awkward and we don't recommend using this style unless you can't find a different one.It's a good idea to leave the spring compressor on the last spring removed. This version i Here's a spring compressor that's easier to use, since it hooks on the bottom and the top coils, and tightens the coil straight. It's also small enough to pass through the hole in the bottom of the lower A-arm with no problem.Here's a spring compressor that's easier to use, since it hooks on the bottom and the top A standard bearing press will install the lower ball joint for you. The lower joints are about $30 each.A standard bearing press will install the lower ball joint for you. The lower joints are a Reposition the compressed spring and install the new spindle. Comparing this Superior dropped spindle-which came in the kit-with the stock spindle reveals that the snout has been moved up higher. You'll have total suspension travel even though your car sits lower!Reposition the compressed spring and install the new spindle. Comparing this Superior drop No, Master Power Brakes doesn't provide grease for the bearings. You'll have to roll up your sleeves and get real dirty for this job! Both inner and outer units need high-temp disc-brake wheel bearing grease.No, Master Power Brakes doesn't provide grease for the bearings. You'll have to roll up yo You're almost done. With the caliper and pads installed and the spring compressor removed, the shock can be positioned through the lower A-arm hole and into the coil spring and tightened down. The brake hose is next.You're almost done. With the caliper and pads installed and the spring compressor removed, Be sure to inspect the position of the brake hose by turning the spindle from side to side. You don't want the hose between the coils when you are driving!Be sure to inspect the position of the brake hose by turning the spindle from side to side With the banjo fitting tightened at the caliper end, twist the other end of the hose until it curls away from the coil spring. Repeat turning the spindle back-and-forth to be sure.With the banjo fitting tightened at the caliper end, twist the other end of the hose until Now you can attack the firewall-mounted master cylinder. Notice that the electric wiper motor is directly above the master cylinder. The booster comes with an offset bracket to clear it.Now you can attack the firewall-mounted master cylinder. Notice that the electric wiper mo Yes, you will be doing the upside-down boogie to move the pushrod to the lower hole in the brake pedal arm. A hole needs to be drilled in the pedal arm; then it can go back in place.Yes, you will be doing the upside-down boogie to move the pushrod to the lower hole in the Again, follow the instructions and bench-bleed the master cylinder using the clamp and bleeder hosed provided in the kit. Pour DOT 4 brake fluid (3 is ok if 4 is not available) in each chamber of the master cylinder until half full. A screwdriver can be used to push the plunger. Push the plunger in and out until the air bubbles are eliminated.Again, follow the instructions and bench-bleed the master cylinder using the clamp and ble While assembling the master cylinder to the booster, you'll also have to install this booster bracket (included in the brake kit). It angles the booster away from the firewall to clear the wiper motor.While assembling the master cylinder to the booster, you'll also have to install this boos For clarity, we assembled the components. Here, you can see how the combination valve connects to the master cylinder. For a cleaner look we also rotated the booster so the check valve is on the bottom. Vacuum should be plumbed from the intake manifold.For clarity, we assembled the components. Here, you can see how the combination valve conn To insure correct plumbing, different size fittings are used in the combination valve. Pre-formed lines are provided to attach the combination valve to the master cylinder.To insure correct plumbing, different size fittings are used in the combination valve. Pre Where you live may determine how you bleed the brakes. We used the Phoenix Injector System to remove the air from the system. It can remove air either by suction or pressure. The system is convenient since only one person is needed to perform the operation. Be sure to start bleeding at the right rear wheel.Where you live may determine how you bleed the brakes. We used the Phoenix Injector System Once you've completed bleeding the front brakes (which should be done last), start the engine and push on the pedal. If the brake pedal feels spongy, bleed the brakes again. A length of clear plastic hose works great to see the air bubbles coming out of the system.Once you've completed bleeding the front brakes (which should be done last), start the eng SOURCES Master Power Brakes 254-1 Rolling Hills Rd. Mooresville NC 28117 704-664-8866 www.mpbrakes.com « | 1 | 2 | View Full Article By Jerry Slattery Enjoyed this Post? Subscribe to our RSS Feed, or use your favorite social media to recommend us to friends and colleagues!
