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CWPASADENA · 02-09-2015, 11:17 PM

NOW!!!!!

If you want better mechanical brakes. Find your self some 32-34 mechanical front brake assemblies and install them on your Model A.

I have been told they are essentially a bolt on installation. The 32-34 fronts are 12 in. with cast iron drums.

This will not only give you better brakes on the front but it will get the front-rear bias better. The original Model A brakes were 40% front, 60% rear. The bias needs to be closer to 60% front, 40% rear.

I recently purchased another Model A. The engine, trans rear end, steering and suspension are all good but the brakes are worn out. I have a very good set of 32 mechanical brakes. I want to install the 32 fronts on the front and rebuild the rears using cast iron drums.

I may eventually also install the 32 brakes on the rear but there are modifications required.

It will be interesting to see how this works out.
I will keep you posted.

Chris W.

02-09-2015, 11:17 PM	#35
CWPASADENA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: PASADENA, CA Posts: 1,885	Re: Hydraulic Brakes NOW!!!!! If you want better mechanical brakes. Find your self some 32-34 mechanical front brake assemblies and install them on your Model A. I have been told they are essentially a bolt on installation. The 32-34 fronts are 12 in. with cast iron drums. This will not only give you better brakes on the front but it will get the front-rear bias better. The original Model A brakes were 40% front, 60% rear. The bias needs to be closer to 60% front, 40% rear. I recently purchased another Model A. The engine, trans rear end, steering and suspension are all good but the brakes are worn out. I have a very good set of 32 mechanical brakes. I want to install the 32 fronts on the front and rebuild the rears using cast iron drums. I may eventually also install the 32 brakes on the rear but there are modifications required. It will be interesting to see how this works out. I will keep you posted. Chris W.