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Old 01-03-2021, 03:56 PM   #1
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Will Speedway Motors Bendix style backing plate kits, fit old 46 brake drums ?
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They say that they fit '37-'48 and the front shoes are 12x2
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They say that they fit '37-'48 and the front shoes are 12x2
Send a PM (Private Message) to FordBarn member "Krylon32". He sells those same backing plates (Speedway's backing plates are produced by MT Products....Speedway's drums are NOT the GOOD quality of MT drums) at a 10% discount to FordBarn folks. You can PM him directly by clicking on the link below.DD

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I put a complete set on my '46 Coupe. I got them from Mac's, but check with Boling Brothers, as there may be a price difference. BB has a good web site with info on their products You need to do a bit of grinding on the tops of the front spindles, but other than that, they fit and work well. If I recall, I had to shorten the park brake return spring, as the spring would bottom out before the lever went full travel to put the brakes on.

http://www.bolingbrothers.com/brake-kits-1937-1948/
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Send a PM (Private Message) to FordBarn member "Krylon32". He sells those same backing plates (Speedway's backing plates are produced by MT Products....Speedway's drums are NOT the GOOD quality of MT drums) at a 10% discount to FordBarn folks. You can PM him directly by clicking on the link below.DD

PS....MT Products and "Boling Brothers" is synonymous.


https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/priva...o=newpm&u=1914
Why would I want to send a private message to someone about parts for a vehicle that I don't even own?
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Why would I want to send a private message to someone about parts for a vehicle that I don't even own?

See, this early in 2021 and I've already blown it. I meant to quote the original poster asking for the info......sorry! DD
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Old 01-04-2021, 08:51 AM   #7
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Personally I am having a hard time trying to decide if I want the Bendix brakes on front . The disc brake kit from speedway looks super easy to install. I have found the adapter to change the master cylinder from three bolt to two bolt application. Just not sure if I need to change master cylinder or not? Would change rear to bendix brakes for sure.
Understand (i think) the RPV on the front and the APV on rear.
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Why would I want to send a private message to someone about parts for a vehicle that I don't even own?
I'm thinking it was the flash of your headlights that temporarily blurred his vision
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Old 01-04-2021, 10:50 AM   #9
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3wmike. If you are going with the Bendix kits, the supplier will need to know the width of the brake shoes. My '46 drums are 1-3/4".
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Thank You for answers, all of you above, I`ll contact BB
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Old 01-04-2021, 01:14 PM   #11
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Mike. Have a good look at the BB site, as they have some tech info and installation instructions on there. You will see in the picture of my left front shoe, what I mean by needing the shoe radius matched to the drums. I arced the shoes, and much better braking performance.
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I find the third paragraph in the instruction sheet quite interesting.
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Old 01-04-2021, 01:43 PM   #13
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pictures of work need to do to the spindles
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Another BB spindle grinding approach. I will mail you a copy of the template, if desired.
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Krylon32
Hi, I`m interessed in buying a set of brake plates but I can`t send you a PM cause FordBarn said I must have 10 posts, so can you send me a PM with your e-mail adress

Thanks Michael
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You can catch him at Cornhusker Rod & Custom too.
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Hi, I`m interessed in buying a set of brake plates but I can`t send you a PM cause FordBarn said I must have 10 posts, so can you send me a PM with your e-mail adress

Thanks Michael
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Thanks guys, I´ve get in touch with Gary now
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Personally I am having a hard time trying to decide if I want the Bendix brakes on front . The disc brake kit from speedway looks super easy to install. I have found the adapter to change the master cylinder from three bolt to two bolt application. Just not sure if I need to change master cylinder or not? Would change rear to bendix brakes for sure.
Understand (i think) the RPV on the front and the APV on rear.
Be sure the wheels you plan to run are compatible with disc brakes.

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