[Mgs] MGA 1500

[Max Heim]

So, what is the current state of the brake friction surfaces? Are you talking about the drums and shoes that came with the car? Of course they are going to suck. The drums and shoes are probably glazed.

Yes, turn the drums. But get new quality shoes and bed them in properly. then see how it brakes.

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Max Heim
'66 MGB

> On Mar 29, 2026, at 4:25 PM, dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com> wrote:
> 
> Car was ostensibly a running driving car before it was dismantled.  We got it in kit form
>  
> Now its together; but brakes are TERRIBLE; you really have to stand on them to get the car to stop.  I’ve adjusted the brakes as per recommendations, but I’m thinking a new set of brake pads and turn the drums is needed.
>  
> I know this won’t hurt but am I right on this?
>  
> And yes, I know brakes are important; it was just shy of terrifying when I drove the car this afternoon
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