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Old 03-09-2026, 11:06 PM   #6
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Default Re: Booster for Bendix brakes : options, opinions?

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Originally Posted by kevinshea View Post
Rich... you caught me off guard with this data! in all my research and old school instructions, I have not come across this self adjusting hardware kit. Is that something that further improves the braking ability of the 1956 F100 brake set up. I note that the gear seems to apply to the late 60's. What can you tell me?
Self-adjusting does not actually improve brake operation; but it reduces maintenance.

On the other hand old cars are not daily drivers and the need for periodic manual adjustment is a good "excuse" to perform a visual inspection of your vehicles underpinning.
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