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Hello all you good people! Yes , I am a newbie and this is my first attempt to post some questions? About two months ago I purchased this 31 Chevy, no glass and interior is shot. I have it running and before trying a short maiden voyage (like the driveway) I figured I ought to look into the brakes, was a good move. I've been able to get three of them operational and maybe the fourth (left front). The car was and/or is missing the actuator and holder that bolts to the backing plate. May not be the best description, but somebody out there probably understands what I'm trying to say. I'm also wondering what years would use the same parts? I'm also rebuilding the kingpins while I'm right there. I'm going to in this right now so I don't bore the majority and also see if this works? I just became a member of the vintage club and haven't taken the time to post a picture yet, but I will in the near future. Thank you guys and girls, from the rock (Florida Keys). Bigfoot 116
Bigfoot 116
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The Mangy Old Mutt
"If It's Not Junk.....It's Not Treasure!"
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Hey Bigfoot! Welcome.
Glad to have you here and see that you joined the VCCA. You are in the right place for your information. Stay on board because there is lot's to learn and enjoy some good laughs too...
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Current rides;
1968 Camaro rs/SS 350 4spd
2000 Blazer LT
2005 Malibu Maxx
2007 Acura TDX
Last total restoration;
1932 Sport Coupe
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believe the acctuator and holder are available from the filling station. mike
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Hey Bigfoot, there are current brake offerings on e-bay right now. You may want to check it out.
e-bay motors, collector car, parts and accessories, 31-32 Chevy.
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Current rides;
1968 Camaro rs/SS 350 4spd
2000 Blazer LT
2005 Malibu Maxx
2007 Acura TDX
Last total restoration;
1932 Sport Coupe
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Grease Monkey
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Bigfoot 116
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bidding on the rebuilt brake shoes up to 43 bucks, about a third of cost to re-line em here on east coast. mike
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Shade Tree Mechanic
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Welcome Bigfoot, I also have a 31 four door and will help all I can. You have come to the right place. 
Matt M
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Backyard Mechanic
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Hey Bigfoot. I also have a 31 chev 4dr and am new to the vcca.I still need to learn a ton about my car. I am 36 years old and just love this old iron. My daily driver (2002 chev pickup) takes me down the freeway at 70. My 31 takes me down the back roads comfortably at 35-40. Got to love them chevs.
Mark
These ain't for old guys any more.
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