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Finally got started on the restore of the '69 Spit 6 in the garage. First order of business after bringing the engine to life is to make sure IF i get it to move down the road, i will be able to safely stop when i need to.
So, rebuilt calipers were secured from Rock Auto, and installed with new hoses attached. Because of my initial inspection, i did not order any brake pads. Upon re-assembly i find that my initial assessment was slightly off.
Turns out, that three of the four pistons in the two calipers were not functioning at all. Only one piston remained as the only active front stop! Previous owner was clueless to this.
I now have three perfectly acceptable...for several years...brake pads, and one desperately needing replacement.
Does anyone have a brake pad, one single used brake pad that they could spare? I will eventually put a brand new set in, but until then, I would love to move on to a different area of restoration. My budget is lean this time of year, and i could use a small favor.
Thanks in advance...
So, rebuilt calipers were secured from Rock Auto, and installed with new hoses attached. Because of my initial inspection, i did not order any brake pads. Upon re-assembly i find that my initial assessment was slightly off.
Turns out, that three of the four pistons in the two calipers were not functioning at all. Only one piston remained as the only active front stop! Previous owner was clueless to this.
I now have three perfectly acceptable...for several years...brake pads, and one desperately needing replacement.
Does anyone have a brake pad, one single used brake pad that they could spare? I will eventually put a brand new set in, but until then, I would love to move on to a different area of restoration. My budget is lean this time of year, and i could use a small favor.
Thanks in advance...