How To: New Wire-5 project (Bergeron)

[Robert Bergeron]

OK Chevy / Ford Blitz fans out there : Why two sizes ( width ) of brake excentric washers on these trucks ? I noticed of course that the rear shoes are way larger but that does not explain everything . Bob Carriere posted that they are 2 dfferent part numbers . That must mean something .

[Jordan Baker]

Are the thickness of the shoes the same or I’d assume match the thickness of these brass pieces?

[Robert Bergeron]

Thanks Jordan , good idea . My shoes are currently away at a shop for relining with asbestos like material . When i get them back i will look up closely, take pictures and post them .

[Grant Bowker]

This is only an idea - I have no way to say good or bad.

Keep in mind that parts may have been replaced by "close enough" at some time in the past. Though I know you are trying to be as original as practical, you may also end up doing this if you find the parts you ordered from Mac's better match your brake shoes than what you have.

[Robert Bergeron]

You are absolutely right Grant , thanks .A lot has been happening . Brakes , bearings , oil seals needed attention . Installed a brand new carburator , fuel pump , generator and water pump. Primed the inside of the box .

[Robert Bergeron]

Next week , another coat of paint inside the box and maybe an engine start .

[Robert Bergeron]

I polished the inside of the rear drums today . What a though job ! Tomorrow i will do the front ones …, Dirty , noisy , dusty ( old asbestos dust ) and lots of sparks . Cleaned and primed the back plate of the left rear wheel . Man those rear wheels are big !