Re: Anyone use a universal brake pedal/clutch kit?

Posted by TxGoat On 2024/6/21 10:22:09

Converting to a dual master/disc setup will be expensive and difficult. It will likely reduce the value of the car, if that is a concern. But if you expect to drive Los Angeles freeways on a regular basis, it could be worthwhile.
My choice would be to get the stock clutch and brakes in good order and add an overdrive transmission. That will improve performance on several fronts, including higher speed open road driving, and you can lock out the overdrive in heavy traffic or mountain driving for enhanced engine braking effect. Pre-war Packards, and most other older cars, have relatively low speed, high ratio rear axles gears, around 4.20:1, which enhances engine braking. With the correct overdrive ratio axle, engine braking is substantially increased over the standard axle ratio.