Re: 1931 Brakes

Posted by GaryinSC On 2022/4/12 7:59:25

I agree on the professional approach here. I sent my 32 brakes ( same Bendix system on the 31 ) to Max Merritt for the relining. They did a great job and used the same lining material as specified by Packard, which is the metal screen mesh imbeded in the lining. The only issue was that the new lining material is now a metric dimension so the letting in process was a bit more labor intensive to get them round to the drum because the metric material is a little thicker. I used a new mill file and spent quite a bit of time getting them round with many off - on attempts of the drum before they fit properly. Adjustment of the 3 shoe Bendix system is critical in order to have full braking power. Bendix instructions are available for down load on this site. I can lock up my brakes and slide the car if necessary. I would be wary of using anything but the original specified lining product and do it yourself process. Brakes are too important for that unless you have the proper equipment to install the copper rivets and roves.