From 1967 to 1972, GM introduced the second generation of pickup trucks in the Chevy C/K Series. Known as the Action Line, these pickups represented a significant departure from previous models. One of the most notable features of the Action Line was its sleek, iconic design. With clean lines and a range of optional features such as AM/FM radio, carpeting, and two-tone paint, these trucks were a hit with consumers. But GM didn't just focus on style with the Action Line - they also added modern conveniences like coil spring rear suspension, making the trucks more comfortable and capable on the ..read more

Are you among the ranks of the elite who gets to experience true power behind the wheel with an iconic Pontiac GTO? This trendsetting muscle car, credited with starting a revolution in the automotive industry, boasts a high performance engine that leaves all competition in the dust. It was so impressive that all four domestic automakers offered their own competing models. The name GTO was inspired by the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO and stands for Gran Turismo Omologato, meaning it's been officially certified by the FIA for top-tier racing in the grand tourer class. Get ready to bring your Ponti ..read more

If you’re one of the lucky few to get your hands on a 1969 Oldsmobile 442, with its great lines and legendary horsepower, we salute you. The 442, whose name derives from the original car's four-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual transmission, and dual exhausts, remains one of the most celebrated muscle cars of all time. Whether your goal is to simply make it roadworthy or you’re planning a full-blown restoration, there’s a good chance you’re going to need to repair or restore the power brake booster that originally came with your vehicle. Brake Booster Repair & Restoration The 1969 Olds ..read more

They say you don't ever forget your first true love, and if you've got a '69 Chevy Camaro then you know just what they mean! Originally introduced in the Fall of 1966, the Camaro got its signature "aggressive" styling upgrade in 1969, making it one of the most popular cars of all time! If you’re one of the lucky owners of this classic, chances are you’re going to need to repair or restore the power brake booster that originally came with your vehicle. Read on to find out what options are available to you. Brake Booster Repair & Restoration First, let’s define the type of brakes you have ..read more

It's Zinc Dichromate. And We've Got the Receipts! We’re sometimes asked what brake boosters actually looked like when they were brand new. Owners want to know what plating material they should use to restore their boosters to their original condition. Some have heard from other “experts” that boosters were never shiny or that they weren’t zinc dichromate. In fact, that is not the case. These photos of boosters from a 1970 Chevelle, a 1967 442, a 1965-66 Corvette a 1969 Camaro with their original plating still intact speak for themselves. As you can see, they were zinc dichromate and are a good ..read more

Since the introduction of Chinese-built reproduction brake boosters decades ago, there has been a glut of imported, cheap reproductions available to GM muscle car owners. But as these beloved Camaros, Chevelles, GTOs and Impalas change hands between generations, sometimes their new owners don't know how to spot real vs fake brake booster, an imported vs an American made one. Two Telltale Signs One sign to look for is the triangular-shaped impressions. The triangular impressions in the original boosters (right) are much softer and smoother than the lines of the reproduction brake booster (left ..read more