Brakes
Brett,
So, did you do an axle swap, or just install an aftermarket disc kit? Thanks for the heads up. I am well aware of the ABS unit on the frame rail with the proportioning valving in it. But, I checked into upgrading to a later model, and the unit is $208 from Ford. Salvage yards don't like to sell them because they say often they are contaminated by system breaches when other brake parts are removed from the vehicle. I figured adding an additional proportioning valve would be much cheaper. I'm guessing that with the discs, there will likely be more pressure/fluid flow than needed.
I have looked at options for the '95 master cylinder, and it's kind of confusing. They offer master cylinders with/without proportioning valves, and with/without speed control. Could you use one of these with proportioning valves in conjunction with the '94 ABS pump and get the proper proportioning, or would the ABS pump override whatever proportioning is going on in the master cylinder? Is the '94 ABS pump adjustable relative to proportioning?
I think I'll go ahead and get the axle while it is still available, hook everything up to the stock braking system and then wait to hear your results.
How much do you figure it will cost to purchase the Crown Vic power booster and master cylinder? Will it bolt right up? Then, I would still have to purchase the newer ABS pump, wouldn't I?
Thanks.