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Originally Posted by Model A Ron
Cast Iron Drums, make sure everything is in good repair and learn how to adjust them properly.....anything else is a waste of money and not necessary. I can lock the brakes up at any time on my 29 and lets face it when you locked up that's all the braking your going to get on stock tires. Henry loved mechanical brakes and so do I as they are very fuctionel and simple once you understand them.
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This is all that really ever needs to be said about Model A brakes.
Just like the front end. There is no half way here. They need to be taken apart completely, “ALL” worn parts replaced, and adjusted correctly.
If Ford authorized dealers were still working on our cars? What do you think they would tell you needed to be done if you went in with brake problems?
Our cars have seen to many years of shade tree mechanics working on them. Looking for the cheapest way to fix things, or without any engineering knowledge at all trying to improve them.
Don’t make fun of a properly restored and maintained car.
Worn out, is worn out!
Junk is junk!
Maintaining an antique car is like going to the dentist. You have to be willing to spend the money and do it regularly.
Once done right, it will be good to go for a long time. It’s cheaper in the long run. Correctly done and your good to run.
Haze Gray and Underway.