Re: Brake Conversion? Or not.
If all you want to accomplish is a good braking system and leaving the A in "stock" form.......
From my experience:
Hydraulic or mechanical done right are both good.
As mentioned mechanical brakes for the Model A setup correctly with the proper parts IMHO are as good as hydraulic. I know cause I have done both.
My coupe with mechanical brakes stops as well as any hydraulic brake conversion I have done.
Downside to the hydraulic conversion is the cost and finding really good parts especially
the wheel cylinders. The new ones made today are not up to snuff so, if going this route find the very best originals you can and rebuild them properly.
Henry didn't make a bad braking system on the A. On the contrary, they did a very good job and the setup works very well.
Maybe take the time to look into what is needed with the current setup, sit down and weigh the cost to fix or convert.
On the other hand, if you are headed to a "Hot Rod" with much more horse power........hydraulics it is!
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