1955 Packard- weak brakes

Posted by Michael C Wauhop On 2011/5/29 20:48:29

Hi I own a 1955 model 400 and over the last couple of years driving it I have noticed the power brakes seems to lack the power they should have. I recently had new hoses put on the car and I had the brake system checked and bled by my regular mechanic-(I live alone and it takes two people to do the job properly). although the braking power improved its still not where I am comfortable with it. Im afraid some idiot in my town will panic stop and i will be unable to stop the car in time-the car WILL stop it just doesn't seem to have the power to stop rapidly. Of course I suspect the Bendix treadle vac (who doesn't)anyone have any advice?