Re: 28 front brake actuator cams

Posted by DavidM On 2013/12/13 17:34:04

The left one looks like the correct one based on my 6th Series 1929, the right one does not look correct and they should be the same on the LHS and RHS. I would think your 1928 (5th Series?) would be the same as the 6th Series 1929.
These cams and the associated universal joints are hard to find in good condition. They wear badly without lubrication and when dirt gets in past the worn covers.
Max Merritt used to have new replacement brake cover kits for these. The kit consisted of the spherical cups and springs.
I know of a 1929 Packard where the owner gave up on finding usable front brake cam/ universal joints and converted the front brakes to flexible cable operated using rear brake back plates and custom made brake cables. It worked well.
I am not advocating this because I like them authentic but he felt he had no other option.