Re: [HSS] External Contracting Brake Lining

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Hudson29@aol.com wrote:

>

> With the new motor/clutch project proceeding currently, it is time to

> look down the road just a little bit. The brakes on the '26 are in poor

> shape. When applied, they pull unevenly, shudder and fade after very little

> use. The brakes on the car may have the original linings that Hudson

> installed in November of 1926.

> What lining should be used, and where can it be found? I have heard that

> at least some of the current linings are too hard and don't work well. Others

> say "asbestos" linings are best. What do you fellows use on your mid twenties

> cars?

> Is there an axle seal that should be replaced at the same time to keep

> the new linings safe and dry?

> I have an original 1929 Motor's Manual that lists the following specs for

> the linings:

>

> Manufacterer - Raybestos

> Length - 44 1/2"

> Width - 2 1/2"

> Thickness - 3/16"? (Type too small to print clearly)

> Clearance - 1/32"? (Type too small to print clearly)

>

> Can anyone verify these dimensions?

>

> Paul O'Neil, Hudson29@aol.com

> Fullerton, California USA

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Those specs look O.K. A local member used Kevlar linigns on his Essex

4, and they are incredibly good, no fade or lock-up, and work when wet

as well. You will have to check with brake specialists over there for

availability of this material.

Geoff.