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Technical 1948 Austin Panel Van build

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by RONIN, Mar 10, 2026 at 11:50 AM.

  1. RONIN
    Joined: Nov 25, 2006
    Posts: 31

    RONIN
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    Greetings all,Brake line info wanted-I have 11 inch Disc brakes on the Front and a S-10 rearend w/Drums in back.I have yet to run any brake lines.Should I use an ADJUSTABLE Proportioning Valve ONLY/BY ITSELF to make this work?I have the Standard BR*** Block COMBO Valve on the car now.Can I use BOTH VALVES TOGETHER or the ADJUSTABLE Prop Valve only?Do I turn the Prop Valve to "5" and start there?The HIGHER the number on the Prop Valve the LESS BRAKE PRESSURE to the REAR,Correct?What the story here?Thanks.
     
  2. 1971BB427
    Joined: Mar 6, 2010
    Posts: 9,912

    1971BB427
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    from Oregon

    If you have the standard br*** prop valve for disc/drums you wont need anything else. You can use an adjustable if you'd rather, but can't say where to set it as it's going to be different considering weight, tire size, etc. Have to drive it and do skid tests to see what works equally front/rear.
     
  3. nobby
    Joined: Jan 8, 2006
    Posts: 1,392

    nobby
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    does your front brake kit use a 78 up metric caliper as fitted to an s10?
    your rear end a metric rear s10 axle with 9.5'' drums at 2'' wide.IF so then its all stock?
    i think it ran a 24mm master
     
    Last edited: Mar 11, 2026 at 7:36 AM

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