01-06-2021, 07:33 PM | #1 |
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arcing brakes
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i am getting ready to do the brakes on my 30 tudor i am still waiting on flat head teds deluxe kit i have been reading a lot on how to do this. i see that there is a lot mentioned about arcing brakes but could not find out how to do this or what is means any help thank you kevin Last edited by kwisor; 01-06-2021 at 07:46 PM. Reason: spelling |
01-06-2021, 08:04 PM | #2 |
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Re: arcing brakes
https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...-shoes.317327/
You need someone with both a brake drum lathe as well as a brake shoe arching machine to do it properly, the first machine to true up your drums if they need it, the other to allow full contact of the brake shoes to the drums. I am sure there is someone within a few hours of you that still has the equipment. 60 years ago when I started doing mechanical work this was done by every good shop when they worked on brakes. Most auto parts places would have the machines to do the drums and shoes also. |
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01-06-2021, 08:36 PM | #3 |
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Re: arcing brakes
Try asking at your local Model A or Early Ford V8 club to find someone that does it.
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01-07-2021, 12:14 AM | #4 |
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Re: arcing brakes
I have heard that some big rig shops may also be able to do it.
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01-07-2021, 12:44 AM | #5 |
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Re: arcing brakes
Mike's is about three hours from Lexington, and I believe they'll arc your shoes to your drums for you.
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01-07-2021, 03:53 PM | #6 |
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01-07-2021, 07:45 PM | #7 |
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Re: arcing brakes
I found a set of really good original front drums for my AA and re-lined my shoes. (Pressed steel original drums). I arched my shoes by hand with a bench type belt sander. I chalked the shoe and worked it back and forth inside the drum. I sanded the marked spots lightly and repeated until full contact was achieved. Admittedly a little tedious and somewhat shade tree approach but worked.
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Re: arcing brakes
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This is actually very accurate and will work quite well. It just takes a little patience. Chris W. |
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01-08-2021, 10:18 AM | #9 |
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Re: arcing brakes
Automotive paint shops sell sandpaper that is meant for sanding blocks. It comes in different grades and has a sticky back surface. It comes off clean without leaving a residue. It comes in rolls.
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