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1974 Corvette Brake Distribution Block Rebuild

Posted: 12/1/23 6:28am Message 1 of 4
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Coatesville, IN - USA
Joined: 10/27/2023
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Vette(s): 1974 Convertible

My brake  distribution block was leaking from the weep hole so I found a kit to rebuild it.  I did the rebuild and it still leaks but much slower. So I bought another kit .and an original valve to rebuild. Hope this fixes the problem.  Has anyone any experience with these distribution blocks and what the purpose of the weep hole is?  I was told it is just to let you know the seal is bad in the valve.  I was also told that the new blocks being sold are junk and to stick with originals. But having no experience I can't speak to it.  I bought my kit from Muscle Car Research, they are the only source for a rebuild kit.  Any information on this would be appreciated.

 

 




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Re: 1974 Corvette Brake Distribution Block Rebuild

Posted: 12/1/23 12:02pm Message 2 of 4
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Cana, VA - USA
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Vette(s): 1975 Stingray 71 350 engine Flat top pistons Sniper fuel injection Hyperspark ignition Vintage Air air conditioning Borgeson power steering box

I had replaced the one on my '75 a few years ago with a new one, and it seems to work fine.

I bought the new one from one of the Corvette vendors online.




   

Re: 1974 Corvette Brake Distribution Block Rebuild

Posted: 12/2/23 3:42pm Message 3 of 4
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Vette(s): 1972 conv, 4-speed, 350, 200hp, numbers match, rally wheels, war bonnett yellow w/white top. good condition, nice driver.

This may be off topic, but I'm having difficulty centering mine. I have good front brakes, but none on back. It was bled by gravity. Not sure why it's acting like it is. The unit is new. Any advice?




Re: 1974 Corvette Brake Distribution Block Rebuild

Posted: 12/2/23 6:54pm Message 4 of 4
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Coatesville, IN - USA
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Vette(s): 1974 Convertible

Give your brake pedal a fast hard stomp a couple of times. That should center the valve.  If it is not centered your brake light should be on. 

 

Gary




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