: Powerbrakes....

[Jim Gathmann <jim_gathmann@xxxxxxxxx>]

Isn't that why there is the e-brake (or hand brake,
depending on the car)?
--- Mike Pittinaro <mechimike@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> > Both my 68's (and I am sure other model years of
> > full size Imperials) CANNOT 
> > stop without the booster.  Even from 5 or 10 mph,
> > its a real challenge to stop 
> 
> One time the engine cut out on my '67 Imp while
> driving around 75 mph on the highway.  With the lost
> power brakes, it took me almost a half mile (going
> uphill!) to stop after manuevering onto the
> shoulder.
> 
> =====
> --Mike Pittinaro
> 
> "Peculiar travel suggestions are dancing lessons
> from God."
>   --Kurt Vonnegut, "Cat's Cradle"
> 
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