Re: Q: How do you check for worn Brake Adjustment Wedge?

Posted by Dave Rinearson on May 29, 1997 at 16:41:54

In Reply to: Q: How do you check for worn Brake Adjustment Wedge?
posted by Ken Smith on May 28, 1997 at 13:14:53

Ken, are you sure your problem is with the adjusting wedge?The symptom you mention might be caused by a roller track that is in poor shape.In order for the shoes to expand at all the roller track must be flat so the rollers can move in and out as pedal pressure is applied.Frequently (read "always") in my experiences these need to be repaired by welding up the "ditches" in them and then refiling them smooth.Almost all Model A repair guides cover this procedure, but I think Jim Schild's book has some good pictures, too. Good luck; hope it helps.

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