|
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) |
|
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
05-31-2010, 05:31 PM | #1 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Snohomish, WA
Posts: 401
|
1939 pedals in a 32
I have a 1932 passenger car which I want to convert to hydraulic brakes. I have all the required bits....drums, backing plates, brake parts etc.. I also have a 1939 pedal assy but do not want to disfigure my stock "K" member. A small hole or 2 would be ok but looks to me that using the 39 pedals/m.cyl setup would require some major modifications to the center K member.
I was hoping that someone has a relatively simple way to utilize the stock 1932 pedals and incorporate them into a hydraulic system. Any ideas? This must have been done cleanly 100's of times over the years. Thanks!! |
05-31-2010, 05:40 PM | #2 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Williamsport, PA
Posts: 345
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
I'm using the stock '32 pedals with a '39 MC and they work great. I cut the actuator arm off the brake pivot and rewelded it on the bottom. Made a bracket to mount the MC behind the Kmember.
|
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) |
|
05-31-2010, 05:47 PM | #3 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: PASADENA, CA
Posts: 1,892
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Get in touch with Richard at the Early V-8 Garage (626) 338-2282. He has a bolt in Hydraulic Brake Kit requiring NO MODIFICATIONS at all. You use the stock '32 Pedals. He also has all the pre made lines, hoses, brackets, fittings and hardware you will need.
In my opinion, this is the ONLY way to go. Chris. |
05-31-2010, 05:56 PM | #4 | |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Southeastern, MA
Posts: 434
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Quote:
|
|
05-31-2010, 06:01 PM | #5 | |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Kerrville, Tx
Posts: 2,778
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Quote:
cutting up a bunch of stuff and it not working when done. |
|
05-31-2010, 06:16 PM | #6 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Lakeland Florida
Posts: 304
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements)
|
05-31-2010, 09:54 PM | #7 | |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Snohomish, WA
Posts: 401
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Quote:
|
|
06-01-2010, 05:25 AM | #8 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: FP, NJ
Posts: 2,771
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
I went a way similar to cutting and re-welding the original pedal, but instead, I made a new pedal out of 3/8" steel plate. I laid it out on the computer before I retired. I still have a sheet metal template I made up that I might be able to scan and share. Contact me if you're interested. (After I made the pedal, I did weld on a small arm to enable use of a stock return spring.)
__________________
Don't never get rid of nuthin! Last edited by PeteVS; 06-01-2010 at 05:27 AM. Reason: Added spring note. |
06-01-2010, 12:48 PM | #9 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: La Verne CA
Posts: 432
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Thanks to all who recommended my stuff. I originally designed it so that an original 32 could be converted without any permanent modifications, and so that it could be "converted back" without a trace. Therefore, no drilling cutting or welding is required and, unlike most other methods that I have seen, it is not necessary to relocate the battery when using mine. Richard
__________________
Early V8 Garage Pasadena Roadster Club |
06-01-2010, 07:46 PM | #10 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Colfax, CA
Posts: 389
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Hey Richard, Do you have anything like this for a 1934? Thanks, Tim
|
06-01-2010, 10:27 PM | #11 |
Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: West Covina, Ca
Posts: 80
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Yes we do, Tim. Like the '32, the '33-'34 is a 100% bolt-on set-up. We actually cover all early V8 Fords that originally had mechanical brakes up to 1938.
__________________
Early V8 Garage - West Covina, CA |
06-02-2010, 11:49 AM | #12 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: La Verne CA
Posts: 432
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
We make COMPLETE systems for 32-38's, including pre-bent lines and all other parts required. 32's and 33-34's require NO extra holes, 35-36's require ONE hole in the LH rear radius rod to mount the rear T fitting, and 37-38's require that same hole, plus SIX more in the rear radius rods to secure the lines - same identical holes as in 39-40's. We use all original-style fittings, so the installation appears as close to "factory" as possible. All of the systems use the ORIGINAL pedals AND it is NOT necessary to relocate the battery on 32-36's. Also can use the original front spindles, so no changes to the steering linkage are required.
__________________
Early V8 Garage Pasadena Roadster Club |
06-03-2010, 03:17 PM | #13 |
Junior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Washougal, WA
Posts: 7
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Do you also do the Model A?
|
06-03-2010, 04:15 PM | #14 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: La Verne CA
Posts: 432
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
We do not make conversions for Model A's. They are actually much more complicated... the fronts are easy enough; the brake plates can even be mounted on the original spindles by using an adaptor kit that also can be used on 32-36's, and which we have made. The rears have clearance issues due to the location of the rear spring hangers AND due to the fact that apparently the rear axles do not protrude as far as 32+, causing drum interference with the shoes and the brake plates. For more information on this issue, contact
Cling's Aftermarket Products (www.clingsaftermarket.com ) As for the master cylinder mount and linkage, Dave Wilton in the past made a battery box to which an F-100 master cylinder and linkage was attached, connecting to the original pedal. I believe that this product may still be available through Bert's Model A? Cling's also offers a master cylinder setup for either the original A transmission or for a V8 transmission, which includes a pedal shaft mount. We have done installations with both of these and they fit and work well. Wilton's version requires drilling mounting holes in the frame. Cling's may not? See their website for more info. They also may still have a "How To" book that has alot of good info. I do not think anyone makes a true "Prebent" line kit for either of the above, although "bend-them-yourself kits are available. We do not have a jig setup for A's, but we have done a few "plumbing jobs" on A's (car in the shop) using fittings and brackets etc. from our 32-38 kits.
__________________
Early V8 Garage Pasadena Roadster Club |
06-04-2010, 09:28 PM | #15 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: West Coast Canada B.C. Interior
Posts: 332
|
Re: 1939 pedals in a 32
Hi Richard.. I have a 1934 Ford V/8 and I am considering changing my mechanical brakes to your Hydraulic set-up, I'm up in British Columbia Canada, could you send me info as how much it would cost me for the parts necessary for the job , thanks Dale ...
|
|
|
Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) |
|