Re: Spitfire rear brake rebuilds

[Douglas Braun & Nadia Papakonstantinou <dougbert@rcn.com>]

 >If you examine the brakes closely, you will see that the wheel cylinder
 >is not fastened to the backing plate, it is supposed to float. When

When you do the brakes, you really ought to remove the clips
that hold the cylinder in place, and clean and (lightly) re-lube
the mating surfaces.  Also change the rubber boot if it is falling apart.

Doug Braun
'72 Spit