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Old 04-20-2024, 09:35 AM   #10
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Default Re: Flathead 8 and power brakes.

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Originally Posted by Merc Cruzer View Post
Yours is a 48' engine and mine is s 53', but yes the flathead provides enough vacuum for a power brake system. Mine is a factory Treadle-Vac, power brake booster, with a factory vacuum tank, under the driver side floor, bolted to the frame.

If you are still 6 volt pos ground you can always find and install an Electro-Vac unit.




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