Date:         Fri, 15 Jun 2018 21:07:03 -0400
Reply-To:     David Beierl <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET>
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From:         David Beierl <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET>
Subject:      Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5
Comments: To: Jack R <jack007@comcast.net>
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Also search back in the archives for things Dennis Haynes has said about
tuning up rear brake spacing with hardened shims etc.

Yrs,
d

On Fri, Jun 15, 2018 at 8:50 PM, Jack R <jack007@comcast.net> wrote:

> If the rubber lines that connect to the cylinders or calipers are old,
> expansion can lead to loss or pressure as well.  You can buy stainless
> lines, but not sure you would feel the difference for the cost.
> Also, bleed them well, and annually, insure all air is out of all the
> lines.
> Start right rear, left rear, right front, left front.
>
> When the system is 100%, the braking is excellent.  I have an 84 Westy, and
> went through all of the below and other tips.  I replaced front calipers,
> wheel cylinders, master cylinder, and new lines... all top quality.
> My van stops very well.  Note: if the rear shoes are not set right, you
> will
> feel it everywhere.
>
> Ken and Chris have provided excellent advise, which I can say I did
> everything they recommended, and my brakes are fantastic.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Jack
>
>