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Tech. Advice: Series 'B' / 'C' 500cc/1000cc Bikes
Brake Fettling
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<blockquote data-quote="bmetcalf" data-source="post: 4296" data-attributes="member: 792"><p>One step I didn't see in the brake setup story in the new MPH is to "pre-load" the shoes. It involves vise-grips, so many won't like it, but I like the better brakes. I assemble the arms, motion blocks and cable ends loosely, with the adjusters screwed not quite all the way in. Then, I rotate the cam in the direction the cable will pull it, using the vise-grip on the serrated washer, until the shoe contacts. Next, using a third hand, I tighten the nut. This leaves the lining almost touching the drum and leaves the maximum amount of adjustment. As with most things, there is a learning curve. An alternate to vise-grips is SS serrated washers with radial holes and a special pin spanner to fit.</p><p></p><p>I also have the KTB style balance beam outrigger and Doug Hollis design backing plate gussets.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="bmetcalf, post: 4296, member: 792"] One step I didn't see in the brake setup story in the new MPH is to "pre-load" the shoes. It involves vise-grips, so many won't like it, but I like the better brakes. I assemble the arms, motion blocks and cable ends loosely, with the adjusters screwed not quite all the way in. Then, I rotate the cam in the direction the cable will pull it, using the vise-grip on the serrated washer, until the shoe contacts. Next, using a third hand, I tighten the nut. This leaves the lining almost touching the drum and leaves the maximum amount of adjustment. As with most things, there is a learning curve. An alternate to vise-grips is SS serrated washers with radial holes and a special pin spanner to fit. I also have the KTB style balance beam outrigger and Doug Hollis design backing plate gussets. [/QUOTE]
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