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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-29-2020, 01:04 PM
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Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

jb-ob, thanks for your input.

So you are saying that I could restore the surface of the existing linings by doing a little sanding.....I will try it and see if I can now lock the drum with the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-28-2020, 09:50 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

Hi Paul. Nice to hear from you!

I THINK it's possible that one of the problems is caused by the glazed linings. I don't see how the original hard brake pedal would be related to that, but then I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-28-2020, 08:04 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

jb-ob, thanks for your input! A couple of things:

1. After installing the new shoe I kept checking the drum as I tightened the adjusting wedge and could feel it progress through stages from free...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-27-2020, 06:28 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

Hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving!

My investigation continues. I replaced one shoe on the RF brake with one I happened to have in stock. This a new shoe with an untouched woven lining with...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-25-2020, 07:45 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

You're welcome, Neil. I believe that explaining outcomes and fixes is an important part of a forum like this one.

That said, I have been strongly advised that the inability to lock up the drums by...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-24-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

Yesterday I replaced the adjuster wedges and adjuster shafts on both front brakes. The adjuster wedges were both badly worn. I can adjust the brakes from free-wheeling to significant friction - but...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-23-2020, 07:57 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

jb-ob....I agree with you about adjusting the brakes, but how would a worn adjusting wedge affect setting the brake rods? I plan to pull the wedge out for an inspection this morning....if it looks...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-22-2020, 06:42 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

Brent - thanks for your suggestion; the wedge moves smoothly - no binding.

I also checked the cross shaft for any binding or looseness at the bushings - there's no binding - the shaft turns...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-22-2020, 10:47 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

Interesting point, Will. I'll investigate.....I'm looking at the photo in the Andrews book which shows the clevis offset from the centerline of the arm and nearer to the backing plate than to the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-22-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-21-2020, 06:18 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

nkaminar, I believe the problem is in the front. I'll pull the front drums and check.

Will, I checked the rear brake levers. They, as well as the photos in Andrews Vol I, have the clevis angled...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-21-2020, 02:04 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

nkaminar and Will - thanks for your suggestions. I did check both front brakes with rods disconnected at the brake levers and front wheels off the ground - I can spin the wheels and instantly stop...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-21-2020, 12:17 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

Thanks, katy. I've watched the cross shaft while my spouse was working the brake pedal - no interference to the cross shaft motion.

Dave
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-21-2020, 12:02 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal

Here's an update. Today I enlisted the aid of my spouse to help me with a static test. She sat in the car and worked the brake pedal while I was underneath checking clearances and connecting various...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-20-2020, 08:00 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Re: Hard Brake Pedal

Thanks Marshall and JB-OB. I will check the cross shaft. Would a sagging tranny explain why the hard pedal disappears when only the front or rear brake rods are connected to the cross shaft?

Dave
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 11-20-2020, 05:40 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,379
Posted By Pilotdave
Hard Brake Pedal - Update on Post #9

I am wrestling with a hard brake pedal issue. I decided to replace the steel drums in the car with cast iron in 2017. Drums were centered and turned. Shoes arced to the drums. System has been...
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