Hi. It looks like I've run into a temporary problem on my 1965 F100 4wd project. State (NH) wont let it pass inspection unless I have a working parking brake I researched the 8 lug rear axle that was installed on this F100 and it appears to be a Dana 60 (C 30255) and the backing plates and brakes don't allow for parking brake cables.
So, I'm trying to find a 1961-72 3.50 rear axle for this F100 and don't know the axle ratio or, where there may be a boneyard that has a 4WD F100-- Slick . Can someone recommend a place or parts supplier that may help me find one of these? or specializes in F100 trucks? I appreciate the help. Don't know what my other options are regarding a parking brake.
BTW? what is the general opinion about the Dana 60?
Thank you. Tom
Bonyard Recommendations 4WD F100
Bonyard Recommendations 4WD F100
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Re: Bonyard Recommendations 4WD F100
I have seen a parking brake set up that uses a drum on the trans tail shaft? Section 11-2 in the 61 shop manual has a good detail on them.
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Re: Bonyard Recommendations 4WD F100
If you just want to get it passed inspection .....
Google "line lock parking brake"
It's a valve that you plumb into the brake lines
You push on your brake pedal , then shut the valve
This keeps pressure on the brakes
If your system is in good shape , they stay locked
But..... they can bleed off ... and they are definitly not an EMERGENCY brake...
They cost less than a $100.. and installation shouldnt take long
This would probably be the fastest way , until you have time to get the hardware
To put an emergency/parking brake on
Google "line lock parking brake"
It's a valve that you plumb into the brake lines
You push on your brake pedal , then shut the valve
This keeps pressure on the brakes
If your system is in good shape , they stay locked
But..... they can bleed off ... and they are definitly not an EMERGENCY brake...
They cost less than a $100.. and installation shouldnt take long
This would probably be the fastest way , until you have time to get the hardware
To put an emergency/parking brake on
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'' I think what scares me the most about you guys is that I understand you '' ..... KID
'' lookin good, a little paint adds at least 100hp!'' ....... COOTER
'' well an old guy can dream cant he? ''............ICEMAN
''I would donate organs before selling my slick''........ HOOFBEAT RACER
Re: Bonyard Recommendations 4WD F100
At least in PA a hydraulic lock will not pass for a parking brake for state inspection. Needs to be a mechanical lock.
As for a rear axle for your 4x4, it does not need to come from a 4x4 truck, it just needs to have the same gear ratio. For a temporary fix you could even use a different ratio and just not use the 4x4, at least you could drive the truck. The rear axle from a newer bumpside F100 should also bolt in.
As for a rear axle for your 4x4, it does not need to come from a 4x4 truck, it just needs to have the same gear ratio. For a temporary fix you could even use a different ratio and just not use the 4x4, at least you could drive the truck. The rear axle from a newer bumpside F100 should also bolt in.
Bill
1966 F100 Camper Special, now a short bed 4x4.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1644 ... build.html
1966 F100 Camper Special, now a short bed 4x4.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1644 ... build.html
Re: Bonyard Recommendations 4WD F100
Thanks to all. I appreciate the responses.
Re: Bonyard Recommendations 4WD F100
What about just finding backing plates from a newer truck. That should be a bolt on with the cables & pedal from a parts truck. As long as the axle bolt pattern is the same up to mid 70's will work.
Tom Williams
Re: Bonyard Recommendations 4WD F100
Looking into that, Tom. Always another way to skin a cat.