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32 brake adjustments #471914 07/12/22 06:52 PM
Joined: Jan 2022 Posts: 71 Likes: 2 Cincinnati Part16john OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Part16john Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Jan 2022 Posts: 71 Likes: 2 Cincinnati	I recently completed a brake overhaul on all brake pads including parking. I used the woven material from McMaster carr. I followed the manual and instructions on how to adjust all the linkages. I centralized the brakes. One question I have is how often do you adjust the brakes at the wheel turning the screw? After about 150 miles the braking was definitely lessened and I had to adjust the screw on all wheels. Is it normal to make adjustments like that after driving for some time? Thanks!

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Re: 32 brake adjustments Part16john #471916 07/12/22 07:02 PM
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dens41 ChatMaster - 750 Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 828 Likes: 6 iowa	I just finished a 27 speedster, the brakes were new, within the first 100 to 150 miles I adjusted them twice, have 400 miles on it and have not needed adjustment. The new linings just need to get seated. Dens Chevys 1927 Speedster 1928 coupe 1941street rod 1947Fleetline 4 door 1949 1/2 ton Pickup (sold) 1954 210 4 door 1972 Monte Carlo 2003 Corvette convt..
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Re: 32 brake adjustments Part16john #471917 07/12/22 07:03 PM
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m006840 ChatMaster - 7,000 Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26 merrimack nh	I think that once the lining has worn in you will not need to adjust more than once a year depending on the mileage put on. I have the non-asbestos lining on my car which was installed 22 years and 12000 miles ago and it has hardly worn. Last edited by m006840; 07/12/22 07:04 PM. Steve D
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Re: 32 brake adjustments Part16john #471918 07/12/22 07:12 PM
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OP Part16john Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Jan 2022 Posts: 71 Likes: 2 Cincinnati	Appreciate the info and Thanks for the quick replies!

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