Hi all,
Had my "new" 59 convert out today. what a great car to drive. I love it.
I am new to the Thunderbirds, having "seen the light" and selling my mustang to procure this bird.
My brakes seem weak. I realize this is a 4 drum system from 1959 so it will not brake like a new BMW.
However, i am wondering a few things.
1. for saftey, is there a dual cylinder "kit" out there?
(i have power brakes) if anyone could lead me towards a source i would greatly appreciate it. MPB, inc, etc???
2. My shoes, drums, are all in spec. are there any upgrades? is a front disc conversion available, or is it a major swap??
3. also, my little metal strip on the brake pedal (the power brake insignia) is half torn off, where can i get a new one, or pedal?
thanks
rick
Had my "new" 59 convert out today. what a great car to drive. I love it.
I am new to the Thunderbirds, having "seen the light" and selling my mustang to procure this bird.
My brakes seem weak. I realize this is a 4 drum system from 1959 so it will not brake like a new BMW.
However, i am wondering a few things.
1. for saftey, is there a dual cylinder "kit" out there?
(i have power brakes) if anyone could lead me towards a source i would greatly appreciate it. MPB, inc, etc???
2. My shoes, drums, are all in spec. are there any upgrades? is a front disc conversion available, or is it a major swap??
3. also, my little metal strip on the brake pedal (the power brake insignia) is half torn off, where can i get a new one, or pedal?
thanks
rick
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