The Ford Barn

jb-ob · 02-01-2026, 12:42 PM

You'll find many various 'brake pedal depressors' advertised in 'Ford Service & Field' magazines.

15 million Model T's barely had two wheel brakes so with the 'New Ford' Ford dealer service men had to learn to equalize 4 wheel brakes.

The critics of the 'stick' are usually those who made their living twiddling wrenches, including adjusting brakes. That guy can adjust by feel while the newbie is fumbling. It's not the 'stick' but the safety factor for the hobbyist.

All roads lead to Jerusalem.

02-01-2026, 12:42 PM	#11
jb-ob Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 898	Re: Brake adjustments, stick or no stick You'll find many various 'brake pedal depressors' advertised in 'Ford Service & Field' magazines. 15 million Model T's barely had two wheel brakes so with the 'New Ford' Ford dealer service men had to learn to equalize 4 wheel brakes. The critics of the 'stick' are usually those who made their living twiddling wrenches, including adjusting brakes. That guy can adjust by feel while the newbie is fumbling. It's not the 'stick' but the safety factor for the hobbyist. All roads lead to Jerusalem.