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ct1932ford · 10-14-2021, 09:21 AM

Is the Early V8 Garage still in business?? I have not had contact since July when Richard said he would get back to me on a brake line set up. I have been trying to reach him by phone and email. No response?? Thanks

Bored&Stroked · 10-14-2021, 11:41 AM

I'm helping a friend build his 32 Roadster and he ordered a set of the adapter plates from Richard about a month ago - and I tacked them onto his 40 backing plates. I'm sure Richard is still in business - he just tends to be very busy and isn't great about returning calls. I'd just try him again . . .

Joe31 · 10-15-2021, 06:22 AM

I have a set of 4 1940 backing plates with shoes, painted black, excellent shape, has plates welded on front for 32 spindles. 350.00.

russcc · 10-15-2021, 08:38 AM

Hi Tim

Here is one solution. I have a set of 39-41 backing plates re-drilled for '32 spindles. Shown in the photos are a rear backing plate mounted on a '32 spindle, the '32-34 spindle, and the backing plate complete w/hardware & shoes.

Mart · 10-15-2021, 08:52 AM

Here's how I did mine.

https://youtu.be/4sVdRkusfEA

Mart.

Tim Ayers · 10-15-2021, 09:01 AM

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Update:

I used one of Richard's kits and all went together very nicely. One tip, if you're particular, you should use the '32 style round grease shields vs. the '40 "square" style.

I didn't realize they were different hole spacing (duh, makes sense now) until mounting them.

Mart · 10-15-2021, 09:40 AM

A small indentation along the top of the round shields gives enough clearance for the springs.

cas3 · 10-15-2021, 10:30 AM

I welded a piece of 1/4" square stock around the 32-34 spindle, then welded the holes all shut, and drilled to match the later backing plates. A little work with a flap disc and you cant see it was done.

Bored&Stroked · 10-15-2021, 10:31 AM

I question whether grease shields are even necessary these days? You don't have them on almost any modern drum brake and the quality of the lip seals are very good. I don't believe there is any issue - in NOT using them at all.

big deuce · 03-17-2022, 12:26 AM

I sell these laser cut weld on rings, weld the holes shut and redrill using '40 backing plate as template, two weld on rings, two centric rings $85 shipped in states.

Mart · 03-17-2022, 03:16 AM

^^ neat job.

10-14-2021, 09:21 AM	#41
ct1932ford Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: CT. Posts: 605	Re: Kit for mating juice brakes to early spindles-Richard's Early V8 garage? Is the Early V8 Garage still in business?? I have not had contact since July when Richard said he would get back to me on a brake line set up. I have been trying to reach him by phone and email. No response?? Thanks __________________ A man should do what he thinks best! "The Duke"

10-14-2021, 11:41 AM	#42
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,906	Re: Kit for mating juice brakes to early spindles-Richard's Early V8 garage? I'm helping a friend build his 32 Roadster and he ordered a set of the adapter plates from Richard about a month ago - and I tacked them onto his 40 backing plates. I'm sure Richard is still in business - he just tends to be very busy and isn't great about returning calls. I'd just try him again . . .

10-15-2021, 06:22 AM	#43
Joe31 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Port Jervis/Greenville Posts: 208	Re: Kit for mating juice brakes to early spindles-Richard's Early V8 garage? I have a set of 4 1940 backing plates with shoes, painted black, excellent shape, has plates welded on front for 32 spindles. 350.00.

10-15-2021, 09:01 AM	#46
Tim Ayers Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 7,228	Re: Kit for mating juice brakes to early spindles-Richard's Early V8 garage? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Update: I used one of Richard's kits and all went together very nicely. One tip, if you're particular, you should use the '32 style round grease shields vs. the '40 "square" style. I didn't realize they were different hole spacing (duh, makes sense now) until mounting them.

10-15-2021, 09:40 AM	#47
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 9,239	Re: Kit for mating juice brakes to early spindles-Richard's Early V8 garage? A small indentation along the top of the round shields gives enough clearance for the springs.

10-15-2021, 10:30 AM	#48
cas3 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Beverly Kansas Posts: 5,558	Re: Kit for mating juice brakes to early spindles-Richard's Early V8 garage? I welded a piece of 1/4" square stock around the 32-34 spindle, then welded the holes all shut, and drilled to match the later backing plates. A little work with a flap disc and you cant see it was done.

10-15-2021, 10:31 AM	#49
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,906	Re: Kit for mating juice brakes to early spindles-Richard's Early V8 garage? I question whether grease shields are even necessary these days? You don't have them on almost any modern drum brake and the quality of the lip seals are very good. I don't believe there is any issue - in NOT using them at all.

03-17-2022, 03:16 AM	#51
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 9,239	Re: Kit for mating juice brakes to early spindles-Richard's Early V8 garage? ^^ neat job.