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Doug in NJ 05-19-2013 09:29 PM

Brake lining dimensions?
 

Hello,

I have a set of brake linings that may or may not be for an A. Does anyone happen to know the correct length and width of an 'A' brake lining?

Thanks,
Doug

QGolden 05-19-2013 09:39 PM

Re: Brake lining dimensions?
 

My new front liners are 1 1/2 wide, 14 1/8 long. 10 1/2 straight across the shoe when installed.

Doug in NJ 05-19-2013 10:06 PM

Re: Brake lining dimensions?
 

Thanks for the info. The ones I have are 1-1/2" x 15-3/4". :-(

Doug

Quote:

Originally Posted by QGolden (Post 654753)
My new front liners are 1 1/2 wide, 14 1/8 long. 10 1/2 straight across the shoe when installed.


QGolden 05-20-2013 05:45 AM

Re: Brake lining dimensions?
 

If they are not Pre-drilled you could probably drill them, mount them to the shoes and grind the extra off?

ctlikon0712 05-20-2013 03:28 PM

Re: Brake lining dimensions?
 

3 Attachment(s)
Here is a photo of an old set of liners with their factory part # and dimensions.
I do have a related question. The third pic shows Comax liners made by Wagner, and the label states 4 liners low friction, 4 liners standard friction. How was that supposed to be configured? Low in the rear and standard in the front? Since by the 50's, drivers were accustomed to a front biased braking system.....?

ctlikon0712 05-21-2013 12:28 AM

Re: Brake lining dimensions?
 

Btt.

Jim Parker Toronto 05-21-2013 02:09 PM

Re: Brake lining dimensions?
 

The linings you have could be off a Model B. They went from an 11" brake drum to a 12" drum. These are diameter readings, so you can do the math.....


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