27-11-2020, 07:46 PM
The more effective mechanical brakes were very good. I recall Ford Pops at work which were entirely satisfactory. With single circuit hydraulics never 100% confident on long descents and braking to corner at the limit. On other makes over the decades endless stuck pistons, pitted cyls, weeping seals, other oil leaks onto hoses. And worst of all every disturbance of hubs etc triggers the tedious bleeding ritual for which you need a very patient wife.
My RP with semi girling would cause the passenger to brace their hands on the dash although the decel was not apparemt to the driver. The early track rods proved too light and caused wheels to shudder on the road.
My RP with semi girling would cause the passenger to brace their hands on the dash although the decel was not apparemt to the driver. The early track rods proved too light and caused wheels to shudder on the road.