Re: Brake lining

Posted by Jim McPherson on May 18, 1997 at 21:33:50

In Reply to: Brake lining
posted by Rich on May 18, 1997 at 09:41:43

: I'm preparing to do my first brake job on my '30 coupe. I have several questions and seek all the help I can get.
: Current woven linings on front appear ok except in two areas (one each wheel) where worn lining has exposed poorly seated rivits. All other parts look ok. Can lining be saved?
: Drums are scored, drum walls mike to .177
: Can modern molded type linings be used?
: What kind of job I'm I looking at in pulling back drums?
: THANKS.... for any help.........Rich
Rich,
I would replace the linings with woven linings. If you re-rivet them they will have a different curve than the drum with a resulting loss in braking. I would not use moulded linings with original drums, the drums are much too soft. It is OK if you have the new cast iron drums. We have an article on this in preparation with a report on a club member's "A". The drums are 11 inches originally (standard). The usual rule of thumb is you can turn them 100/1000ths oversize, although Ford recommended not to turn (in the Model A days). You may need a drum knocker or puller to get them off. Try backing off on the brake adjustment first. In the old days we backed off the axle nut a couple of turns and drove around the block until we heard a "pop" and the drum was loose. There is much more to a brake job which results in excellent mechanical brakes. You may want to get the brake video or the How to Restore book for more info. Let me know if you need more help. Jim McPherson

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