Brakes
I
replaced the entire brake system (i.e., main cylinder, wheel cylinders,
shoes, and brake lines), keeping it original.
Original
Specifications:
The brake specifications are as follows:
- Front/Rear
brake Size - 11
- Front/Rear
Lining Thickness - .187 - .194
- Front/Rear
Lining Width - 1 3/4"
- Front/Rear
Main Cylinder Piston Clearance - .001" to .005"
- Front/Rear
Wheel Cylinder Piston Clearance - .002" to .004"
- Front
Wheel Cylinder Size - 1 5/16"
- Rear Wheel
Cylinder Size - 1 1/8"
- Main Cylinder
Size - 1"
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Restored
Specifications:
The brake specs for the restored car are identical to the original. I
plan on keeping the car in original condition. |