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CWPASADENA · 01-12-2016, 01:06 AM

It should not be a big project to convert back to mechanicals. The parts are readily available.

Good properly restored mechanical brakes work very well. I would consider using the new cast iron drums and soft lining as I feel this makes for very good brakes and a lot less fade than would be experienced if you stayed with the original stamped steel drums.

Randy Gross can provide you with complete properly rebuilt backing plate assemblies and cast iron drums.

Mechanical brakes have the advantage of not having a master cylinder or wheel cylinders that leak when the car is not driven for a long period of time.

If the current hydraulic system is in poor condition, You may find it is more economical to go ahead and convert to mechanical and not repair the hydraulic system.

I am sure others may have a different opinion but please understand:

THIS IS JUST MY OPINION,

Chris W.

01-12-2016, 01:06 AM	#2
CWPASADENA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: PASADENA, CA Posts: 1,884	Re: Brake de-conversion question It should not be a big project to convert back to mechanicals. The parts are readily available. Good properly restored mechanical brakes work very well. I would consider using the new cast iron drums and soft lining as I feel this makes for very good brakes and a lot less fade than would be experienced if you stayed with the original stamped steel drums. Randy Gross can provide you with complete properly rebuilt backing plate assemblies and cast iron drums. Mechanical brakes have the advantage of not having a master cylinder or wheel cylinders that leak when the car is not driven for a long period of time. If the current hydraulic system is in poor condition, You may find it is more economical to go ahead and convert to mechanical and not repair the hydraulic system. I am sure others may have a different opinion but please understand: THIS IS JUST MY OPINION, Chris W.