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Old 05-05-2015, 06:40 AM   #1
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Thought this info would be helpful. Hope you guys have a great day.
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Braking Power Front, 40%; Rear, 50%

Drum Diameter 11" +/- .010"

Drum Width 1-3/4"

Brake Shoe Length 14"

Brake Shoe Width 1-1/2"

Brake Shoe Lining Thickness 3/16"

Brake Shoe Material Woven wire & asbestos

Brake Rod Length 51-7/16" thru 51-1/2"


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Old 05-05-2015, 08:59 AM   #2
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Default Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip

Where did the 10% of the braking go ?

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Default Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip

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Where did the 10% of the braking go ?
LOL, that is what I was wondering also.
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Default Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip

I thought I was missing something on my 10 mile drive last night.
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Default Re: Front Brake Specifications Tip

The 10% is when you need a little extra and pull on the parking brake lever.
It moves the skid marks from your BVD's to the pavement.
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Old 05-06-2015, 05:34 AM   #6
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LOL! Sorry guys i went back and re-checked the source and you guys are correct front 40% and rear 60%
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LOL! Sorry guys i went back and re-checked the source and you guys are correct front 40% and rear 60%
No worries, the rest of it was good info worth sharing. Thanks
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