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Eckler's 05-05-2015 06:40 AM

Front Brake Specifications Tip
 

Thought this info would be helpful. Hope you guys have a great day.
Scott


Braking Power Front, 40%; Rear, 50%

Drum Diameter 11" +/- .010"

Drum Width 1-3/4"

Brake Shoe Length 14"

Brake Shoe Width 1-1/2"

Brake Shoe Lining Thickness 3/16"

Brake Shoe Material Woven wire & asbestos

Brake Rod Length 51-7/16" thru 51-1/2"


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marc hildebrant 05-05-2015 08:59 AM

Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip
 

Where did the 10% of the braking go ?

Marc

ctlikon0712 05-05-2015 11:27 AM

Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip
 

Quote:

Where did the 10% of the braking go ?
LOL, that is what I was wondering also. :D

CarlG 05-05-2015 12:29 PM

Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip
 

I thought I was missing something on my 10 mile drive last night. :D

MikeK 05-05-2015 01:06 PM

Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip
 

The 10% is when you need a little extra and pull on the parking brake lever.
It moves the skid marks from your BVD's to the pavement.:p

Eckler's 05-06-2015 05:34 AM

Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip
 

LOL! Sorry guys i went back and re-checked the source and you guys are correct front 40% and rear 60%

ctlikon0712 05-06-2015 06:16 AM

Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip
 

Quote:

LOL! Sorry guys i went back and re-checked the source and you guys are correct front 40% and rear 60%
No worries, the rest of it was good info worth sharing. Thanks


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