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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS REAR DISC BRAKE CONVERSION KIT A117 GM S-SERIES TRUCKS & SUVS _____________________________________________________________________ Thank you for choosing STAINLESS STEEL BRAKES CORPORATION for your braking needs. Pleases take the time to read and carefully follow these instructions to insure the ease of your installation as well as the proper performance of the complete system.
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AND THOROUGHLY READ THROUGH THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL TO ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ALL OF THE PARTS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE INSTALL! IF YOU FIND YOU ARE MISSING ITEMS, PLEASE CONTACT SSBC IMMEDIATELY, REGARDLESS OF WHAT DEALER YOU PURCHASED THIS KIT FROM.
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Nonetheless, in the event that splash shields are desired, they may be ordered from SSBC at an extra cost and secured with two 1/4-20x1/2" screws and lock washers per side. Torque to 5 ft/lbs.
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If a valve is used, install it in the brake line from the master cylinder serving the rear brakes. The Out port goes to the rear brake side. When bleeding the system, adjust the valve by turning the knob clockwise until it stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN, THIS COULD DAMAGE THE VALVE. A117 Revision 3...
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Pedal end play can be adjusted by lengthening or shortening the pushrod between the pedal rod (or power brake output shaft) and the master cylinder. This is best accomplished under the dash on standard brake cars and between the booster and the master cylinder on power brake cars. A117 Revision 3...
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If any interferences are detected, DO NOT drive vehicle until problem can be identified and corrected. An optional wheel spacer kit is available from SSBC (P/N A2309-1). If the caliper interferes with the wheel, it may be necessary to use the 3/16” wheel spacers to clear the wheels.
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