| 2manybikes | -- 09-14-2021 @ 7:24 AM |
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With the exception of driving lights and an additional brake light, I have a totally stock car. I'm interested in info on installing late model drum brakes to the front and rear so I can still use the original wheels. Ideally, I would like to remove the original parts and install something as close to "bolt on" as I can. I really dont want to start hacking on it. I dont mind searching and reading first, but the wording in my search attempts so far has not provided any info. Thanks.
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| TomO | -- 09-14-2021 @ 7:45 AM |
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Here is a link to a firm that provides kits to convert your brakes to the Lincoln Bendix type. I picked the page that shows installation tips. https://www.flickr.com/photos/bolingbrothers/34434663375/ I have not done that conversion on my car, so I don't know the quality of the parts or the ease of performing the job. Tom This message was edited by TomO on 9-14-21 @ 7:47 AM
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| 39 Ken | -- 09-14-2021 @ 12:32 PM |
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The Boling Brothers produce a quality product. There is none superior to the brake systems that they make. Here is link to their web-site: https://www.bolingbrothers.com/
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| 2manybikes | -- 09-15-2021 @ 4:48 PM |
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Thank you both for your replies. I made a list of questions and spoke with the manufacturer today. I need to print the technical data and instructions and talk with someone about doing it.
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| alanwoodieman | -- 09-16-2021 @ 7:53 AM |
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hardest part of this conversion is trimming the spindle to allow for clearance of the backing plates. I have done these conversions to over a dozen cars/trucks. Boling Brothers is the one to use!!
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| 2manybikes | -- 09-16-2021 @ 4:21 PM |
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Thanks for your comments too. Nice to hear from someone who has used these products on numerous occasions.
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| 2manybikes | -- 11-28-2021 @ 7:41 PM |
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Well, the brake conversion was done last week thanks to the information and comments provided by those who responded to my query. For anyone who is interested, and with the exception of the very limited modification to the stock spindals, this is as close to "plug and play" as you can get. It took a good mechanic about 3 1/2 hours to install them. I provided copies of the info and directions on the Boling Brothers site for the mechanic to review prior to doing the work. His only comment was that he was surprised they did not include a new set of lug nuts with the kit. I would have supplied them on my own had it occured to me. This is what I was looking for since I am trying my best to "upgrade" a few things without "major modifications". Due to weather and work I have only put about 40 miles on the new brakes. I was not expecting a significiant improvement in braking power, but the new system is light years ahead of what came on it. It also eliminates my responsibility for adjusting the brakes. I will say that even without being fully seated, their is a noticeable improvement. Even more important to me, I now have confidence in the braking system. Thanks again for your comments and suggestions.
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