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Old 09-21-2016, 11:53 AM   #1
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Default Re: 1939 - 1942 brake problems

Kurt in NJ may be on to something. Did you look at the LF wheel cylinder, while someone pumped the brake pedal, with the drums off, to make sure it was working? The shoes should be moving.
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Old 09-21-2016, 12:43 PM   #2
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Default Re: 1939 - 1942 brake problems

If the brake hose to that wheel cylinder is old (and rubber) it could be deteriorated internally. This usually (in my experience) shows itself by a sticking wheel when the petal is released.
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Old 09-21-2016, 12:47 PM   #3
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Pamlico all lines and hoses are new and clean.
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Old 09-21-2016, 12:45 PM   #4
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Default Re: 1939 - 1942 brake problems

The shoes are moving I'm going to try sofa kings suggestion on the brake adjustments and I'll let you know. Thanks for the input.
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