I have a '54 100 that now has to take a different direction from vintage
racing, at least for a while.
In late '07 I purchased a complete set (fronts and rears) of relined brake
shoes from Carbotech (used my cores). They were done in their compound # 913,
green in color and, quote, "mainly a track compound but can be used on the
street". I paid $159.00 for fronts and the same for the rears, total $318.00
plus shipping.
When I tried to install them I found the lining was a bit thicker than the
originals and in order to get the rear drums on I filed a bit from the ends of
the shoes (flanges?) that meet up with the cylinders.
I am now looking to install 'normal' brakes on this car and am exploring
the possibility of trading these for a set of street-lined shoes. I would
consider a set needing relined, or bare cores, at some adjustment in
compensation. Anyone have a set they don't need - make me an offer?
Let me know; I can be reached at 412 287 8935 (cell) most times if a
conversation is in order.
Thanks, regards,
Charley Braum
www.ctbrakes.com/brake-compounds.html and scroll down
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