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Subject:Re: '64 Drums (was Re: '64 Tranny Problems)
From:Thom Fitzpatrick
Date:Fri, 21 Apr 1995 08:38:46 -0700 (PDT)

So McGinnis Terry sez:
>
>Maybe I'll get lucky and find some brake drums at Vallejo this weekend, as I
>can't see paying $150/EA when I have the post '64 axles, just will have to pay
>to have them rebuilt and installed (about $100 total) as I don't want to open
>up my precious tranny on my dirt driveway (no garage available to do the work
>in).  But if you come up with anything before that, I'd be glad to here about
>it.  Maybe someone out there has a Bentley for Bugs that gives the dimensions
>for its brake components (diameter of drum, width of shoes, and diameter/length

The latest Hot VW's had a bit on bus/bug brake drums...

PS - While you're at Vallejo, please look for a early-early bus back bumper!

Thom
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