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Caster seems to be good, but brakes are locking up and pulling to one side !
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What condition are they in and how have they been adjusted. Check to make sure everything is as it should be and they are adjusted correctly. Use the Service Bulletins.
OK, duh, I get it. I was thinking the picture was just an old picture.Last edited by Patrick; 06-15-2017, 06:23 PM.-
Patrick, I think your right on all accounts. Fred, the guy I bought my AA from, had many books above his desk. He wouldn't part with that one !! The Service Bulletin is packed with info, from my quick glance. I said I will never buy another book but, after looking at that one, I think I need just one more !! Might just as well pay a fortune for my last one !! P.S.- That is a very nice name, Patrick. Pat
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Make sure the 4 bolts mounting the backing plate are tight. If the backing plate can move a little, then as you apply the brakes the rotation will move the top of the backing plate forward, which will apply the brakes harder on that wheel. Otherwise, if everything is set up correctly, then you can back off the adjuster a click or two on the brake that locks up.Comment
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I would add that when you are adjusting the brakes, don't have the frame on jack stands. If the axles hang down the brakes will be to tight!
Read here about how ***** adjusts brakes, the very best way!Comment
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Bring it over for a computerized wheel alignment. That should fix itComment
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After a long day and a short night !
Humor :-) I'm a little slow!
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Close the doors. They are causing the pulling to one side.Comment
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Thanks for all the info though guys!! Learning to do words in bubbles in VFF's tech support group. Ask anything there and good ole boys will guide you all the way to perfection !
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Originally posted by Tom Wesenberg View Post
I concur with Tom.. of course make sure your brake shoes are not dragging by adjustment on the wedge with the rod disconnected and also make sure your rod adjustment has the two front brakes evenly applied. I do like doing a 4 wheel brake adjustment where as some oppose it.
If the backing plate bolts are loose at all the backing plate will want to rotate slightly... which can also bind the operating pin from the operating shaft down to the wedge. It would be wise to remove cotters and check for tightness and look for any binding.
Larry ShepardComment
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Brakes were running pretty hot so tried to adjust the right rear one. Could not budge the adjuster even with an extension bar. Took drum off to find nothing wrong with the brakes, main or emergency. Tried to move adjuster again with no results.
Removed backer plate and put adjuster square in large vise, while putting mount bolts back in backer plate to try and turn backer plate. End...08-10-2017, 07:38 PM -
Well, I have run across two Model A's with the same type of brakes that I don't know who makes them and why they would even do such a thing.
Unfortunately I have not pulled the drums to see how they actually adjust, nor have I taken pictures.
But here is a description; The differences I can see are there is an external "jam nut" on the 7/16 adjuster shaft. There...06-29-2018, 12:09 PM -
Thanks for the advice on the tracks on the front backing plates. I took them into where I used to work and my tool maker lead came by and caught me using the TIG welder to build up the tracks. When I explained what I needed to do, he would not hear of me filing and using my dremel to finish them. He set them up on the CNC machining center, homed on the line between the two rivets and machined the...07-10-2017, 01:23 PM -
Can I use the Ted's front parts I used with the original '30 brakes on my car if I change the front brakes to '35 assemblies or are the modified parts different?10-17-2017, 09:58 PM -
Has anyone had any experience with MT Bowling brothers brake kits? I drive my car at a steady 55mph, it is very comfortable at that speed and straight as an arrow with the radial tires. I feel that I am out running my brake system. Part of it is age related. When changing from my modern with a very soft pedal to the model A it takes quit some time to mentally adjust Bottom line I just am not...06-09-2018, 06:53 AM -
My question is, since I have no emergency brake on my Model A, what parts should I be looking for to install one? I contacted MT Parts but they say there parts only work with there own backing plates. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Hugh04-23-2018, 11:28 AM -
My question is: How do you have your emergency brake setup if you have hydraulic brakes all around?02-15-2018, 06:53 PM
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Gentlemen, I had Sister out for a little ride this morning running some errands and I feel the brakes may not be working up to par, she stops good but if I hit them hard she’s not stopping quickly.
As as I previously posted I had some work done to her at this local high end exotic dealer and service center, talked to them about adjusting them and they asked if there was any documentation...05-15-2018, 10:51 AM -
My 1930 Town sedan was parked for over 9 months. When I got it out to drive, it started right up, but the front end shuttered every time the brakes were applied. I thought some rust had built up. Drove it around for a while, gently riding the brakes and it seemed better. But going down a real steep hill, I applied the brakes and the whole car jumped to the right every time the brakes were applied....08-01-2018, 03:29 PM -
Ok by now everyone knows I am going to put mechanical brakes on my 1930 Model A. I just got home from a 14-hour drive and looked under my car to take some photos of what was left after someone put hydraulic brakes on the back. Any and all input is welcomed, good or bad. Hugh05-08-2018, 08:01 PM
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