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Originally Posted by ford38v8

The brake shoe material itself is a big issue. The feds mandated a change from the previous asbestos material to the present material having a minimum amount of asbestos and way too much other stuff, including soft metal inclusions, in an effort to satisfy EPA regulations. This is what you get from virtually all brake shops, and it doesn't stop your car efficiently. To get the good old brake material, you'll have to go to a Friction Materials company that manufactures industrial friction products. I don't have e a link for you, but there are more than one of these outfits willing and eager to satisfy your needs. Another possible source, although I cannot confirm, would be from speed shops.

Alan. if you can find a source, that would be great. Post any results. Thanks
John