Re: IML: '56 Brake Part Sources

[JosephStil@xxxxxxx]

Jeff:

I replaced the brake hoses & wheel cylinders from parts ordered from Kanter for our '61.  I had absolutely no trouble with them at all.  The parts arrived well ahead of when I expected them, in good condition, and fit the car perfectly.  I wish I could say that for some of the others parts I have ordered from other vendors.

If you are withing driving distance, a trip over might not be a bad idea if you have reservations about trading with them.  I did find the price to be a bit on the steep side especially with shipping but I learned early that stock availability has to be balanced against the cost.

I hope that helps you decide.

Joe
Allen, Texas
'61 Crown 4D Southampton

In a message dated 3/5/2005 10:31:17 AM Eastern Standard Time, JCantor791@xxxxxxx writes:

>Thanks to Kenyon for the answer to my brake part cleaning question. ?I've got 
>the rear drums in vinegar as I type.
>
>A quick inspection of the rear brakes this morning indicates that wheel 
>cylinders will need replacement and I'm going along with the suggestions from the 
>list and will likely do all six plus lines etc. ?Therefore I'm starting to look 
>for sources and have gone through the suppliers listed on the website. ?It 
>looks like Kanter and Bernbaum are the primary ones listed that will have these 
>parts but the reviews for both vendors are less than glowing. ?My local NAPA 
>shop can get everything but their a bit pricey:
>Kanter - $260 (all W.C.s and M.C.)
>Bernbaum - $280 (same)
>NAPA - $400 (same)
>
>Is NAPA likely to actually have the correct parts or would I be better off 
>suffering with the poor service from Kanter or Bernbaum to be more likely to get 
>the right stuff (and save some $$)? ?(Actually Kanter is only an hour away 
>from me so I could probably deal with them in person which might be easier.)
>
>Also, once I spend all this time and money on this job, I'm planning on 
>filling the system with silicone fluid to minimize problems in the future. ?Any 
>suggestions on brand or source for that stuff? ?What's a good price?
>
>Thanks,
>Jeff
>'56 Sedan
>Trenton, NJ
>
>
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