Re: IML: '62 Brake Hoses

[randalpark@xxxxxxx]

This is absolutely correct.

Everything should be replaced at the same time including springs and 
keepers, and possibly even the metal brake lines. Also be sure to check 
the movable parts in the backing plates (the adjusters) for the correct 
amount of tension. They can wear causing the brakes to lose their 
adjustment very quickly. This usually happens in the front, and for 
some reason '62 seems to be more likely than other years to have this 
problem. If you need to replace the backing plate assemblies check with 
one of the vendors on the OIC. I have used Imperial Heaven.

I am continuously amazed at the number of folks who claim that "center 
plane brakes were never any good", while when in excellent operating 
condition and properly maintained (including regular adjustments), they 
are one of the best drum set ups out there. All parts are critical.

Paul W.


-----Original Message-----
From: Kenyon Wills <imperialist1960@xxxxxxxxx>
To: mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Tue, 7 Aug 2007 3:17 pm
Subject: Re: IML: '62 Brake Hoses



--- Joe Strickland <jwstrick426@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:


> Now begins the task of repairing the brakes on my
> '62 Custom and getting it in shape to drive once
> more.  It will be interesting to see what shape the
> wheel and master cylinders are in.



Joe,

Don't want to nag, but, Ummm, shall I infer from
reading this that you have not purchased master and
wheel cylinders because you're hoping to perhaps
continue to use what's there?

These things aren't date-stamped and I bet they're 45
years old or indistinguishable from such, so why
gamble on old parts that you need to have just right
every time they are deployed?

One seal failure in 9 and you're converted into an
ICBM with Joe-guided targeting.




Do it all.  Then it's done done done.  At 45 years
old, it's about restoration, not maintenance.

Kenyon Wills

























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