The Ford Barn

Charlie Stephens · 08-11-2023, 01:35 PM

If I was my vehicle I would use brakes on all 4 wheels, the ’39 to ’48 ford brakes would be the least expensive. Using the wide bolt pattern wheels from 1939 might result in an interesting look. The ’40-’48 are 5 of 5 ½ and there a lot more wheel choices. If you run Model A wheels (or other Ford wire wheels through 1935 including aftermarket such as bent spoke Kelseys [my favorite])on these brakes be sure to use spacers (see https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showth...=1#post1286293).

Another problem that hasn’t been brought up yet. If you were involved in an accident/lawsuit with two wheel brakes the first words out of the opposing lawyer’s mouth would be “Of course he couldn’t stop in time, he only has brakes on two wheels".

Charllie Stephens

08-11-2023, 01:35 PM	#7
Charlie Stephens Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,320	Re: brakes on a speedster If I was my vehicle I would use brakes on all 4 wheels, the ’39 to ’48 ford brakes would be the least expensive. Using the wide bolt pattern wheels from 1939 might result in an interesting look. The ’40-’48 are 5 of 5 ½ and there a lot more wheel choices. If you run Model A wheels (or other Ford wire wheels through 1935 including aftermarket such as bent spoke Kelseys [my favorite])on these brakes be sure to use spacers (see https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showth...=1#post1286293). Another problem that hasn’t been brought up yet. If you were involved in an accident/lawsuit with two wheel brakes the first words out of the opposing lawyer’s mouth would be “Of course he couldn’t stop in time, he only has brakes on two wheels". Charllie Stephens