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Brake Shoes

To: spridgets@autox.team.net
Subject: Brake Shoes
From: Bkitterer@aol.com
Date: Sun, 7 Mar 1999 19:51:44 EST
Reply-to: Bkitterer@aol.com
Sender: owner-spridgets@autox.team.net
Hi Folks,

While in the process of replacing the rear axle bearings and seals I noticed
that the lower half of the leading brake shoe is almost worn out, about 1/32"
left.  This is true for both sides of the car although the brakes have only
6,000 miles of use.  The trailing shoes have about 3/32" remaining.  New wheel
cylinders were installed at the same time as the shoes.  Am puzzled about this
odd wear.  Also want to get some new shoes that hopefully will give better
service.  Any suggestions on where to acquire good shoes?  Will pull the front
wheels tomorrow and check the pads on the disk brakes.

TIA

Bob and Annice
1960 Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)

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