Re: [FWDLK] Them's the brakes

[Dan Morton <morton@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>Did you find a source for drums?

As it "turns" out, I didn't need drums.  Whoever cut the drums had first
removed the hubs -- and didn't recenter them properly when they riveted the
hubs back on.  I had a machinist friend remove the hubs, recenter them
properly, and cut again -- the brakes are now perfect, no drums needed.

However, I did get a couple of leads on used drums -- if you're looking,
contact me privately, I'll put you in touch.

        Dan
        '59 Sport Fury

>> [my original post:]
>> I just spoke to the mechanic who looked at the brakes on my '59 Sport
Fury.  It
>> turns out -- the cylinders and shoes are all new!  However, the rear
drums are shot,
>> they need to be replaced.  I have a local guy looking for me, but I want
to explore
>> my options in the event he comes up empty.
>>
>> Anyone know of a good source for used drums in decent shape?
>>
>>         Dan
>>         '59 Sport Fury (Faulkner)

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