21-01-2019, 08:24 PM
I take it the car is an early model with uncoupled brakes, and not a later type set up with excessive front lead.
Unlike the later, the workings of uncoupled are fully evident by examining. The hub faces and gasket seal the hub grease. Many flanges are now far from flat. A soaked gasket with long standing will seep oil. And removing the brake drum screws takes all pressure off the gasket. As per other posts just half fill diff.
The drums are very thin but many have been skimmed nonetheless. Does not improve lever angles. If going to scrap linings anyway, clean the drums with emery paper and see what happens. May be OK with acceptable shoe wear (beware asbestos dust).
New linings must be specifically for the car. Material as used in moderns are hopeless.
Unlike the later, the workings of uncoupled are fully evident by examining. The hub faces and gasket seal the hub grease. Many flanges are now far from flat. A soaked gasket with long standing will seep oil. And removing the brake drum screws takes all pressure off the gasket. As per other posts just half fill diff.
The drums are very thin but many have been skimmed nonetheless. Does not improve lever angles. If going to scrap linings anyway, clean the drums with emery paper and see what happens. May be OK with acceptable shoe wear (beware asbestos dust).
New linings must be specifically for the car. Material as used in moderns are hopeless.