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Brake drum Question
Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 12:58 pm
by dnac
I am goiung to get a disc brake conversion for the front of my mog, and was wondering if it would be possible and worth it to put the front brake parts on the rear, once they become redundant?
The reasoning is they are 8 inch front instead of 7inch rear
What do you think
Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 1:16 pm
by bmcecosse
It can be done - but you need Wolseley rear brake backplates - which are like hens' teeth. The drums and shoes from the front can then be used. But 7" rear drums in good condition can lock the wheels - so there really is no need for anything better. I had complete Wolseley rear brakes on my Rally Minor - great for handbrake turns - but not necessary on the road. The Wolseley 9" drums are an excellent alternative to going for discs - and very much less expensive!
Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 1:48 pm
by minor_hickup
BMC, if you keep plugging wolsey drums like this you'll never get any bits if you need them
Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 9:49 pm
by les
I think he has got a pile stashed away that he can't shift!
Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 9:50 pm
by minor_hickup
And I would gladly help out
Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 10:44 pm
by bmcecosse
Just passing on best advice ! I have some spares for my own use - nothing for sale !