I have a new rear emergency brake cable for my 1954 Ford F-100. I see where the cable enters the drums but have no idea where it connects to the shoes. Does anyone have any info on this? I called up the people who I bought the cable from and they stated that they had no instruction. This is a stock brake cable and a stock rear. The cable is operated by the handle on the left side of the dash, not like the bigger trucks with the lever on the trans cover. Thanks for any info


Al

 

Hi Al--wish I could help.You might call a tech line from Dennis Carpenter.I also have a brake problem.I have a 56 F600-and with the truck just running after 15 yrs.,I need some brakes.The pedal pushes easily with 1 hand to floor and returns up.No resistance at all.I opened up master cylinder and poured about a 1/2 quart of fluid.Pumped brakes--nothing----it sat for 15 yrs and I cannot see any leaks.It has 20 inch wheels and I cannot break them loose,--I will try again--to look at wheel cylinders,---WHAT ARE SYMPTONS FOR BAD MASTER CYLINDER? --AL--hope you the best!!!

 

Welcome rods4life
I suggest you get a Shop Manual as this info is probably covered in it.

 

Yep, that's the ticket. You can buy one from our host site here. Jag

 

thanks -I guess I will figure it out!I have a manual--but don't like to read!!!!ha ha!!I just haven't worked on a 56 since I built a 56 F100 with a full frame-off and dodge charger drivetrain.It was my baby.30 YRS AGO and not as young as I used to be.FORGOT ALOT!!I wish I could find my old f100.My F600 is comin along fine--All primered and interior in,and running good.I figure I have 1800.00 in it so far.I love those rust-free southern trucks.I took it out yesterday for a ride and with no brakes--ON SIDE ROAD---and she cruised fine!!!Now for some brakes --I will be in heaven!!!

 

It could very well be a bad master cylinder after sitting for so long, also if the brake system was empty and alot fluid was added there will be air in the system that needs to be manually bled. Usually the air will slowly disappear with use but it should really be bleed to be safe by removing all the air from the brake system.

 

I'LL look up some master cylinder prices next--this will be my first brake job.THANKS

 

Usually there is a lever that manually expands the brake shoes. The lever attaches high up on one shoe, and pivots out when the cable is pulled, forcing the top separator bar to push on the other shoe..

the cable hooks onto the lower part of this lever.

Sam

 

Check my gallery - I posted two pictures that should help you identify where it clips in. They are the only two pictures in my gallery.

 

Wow Skyfox... I see what is missing now and how it should work. Thanks for the pics and info. Now for another question, I checked all the usual old truck suppliers (DC, Mid, Sac, CPP, MP, to name a few) and no one seems to sell this rear "shoe seperator" or other E-brake hardware. Any idea where I can get this part from. It does not matter to me if it is used or new.



Thanks
Al

 

From a junk yard off an older Ford truck?

NAPA auto stores may surprise you as well.

I posted more pictures so you can see how it all works, including after I cleaned it up and put it back together.

 

Nice pix Spyfoxx. As for the used parts, why not advertise in this sites want ads? They are free and AI bet there are 100 guys with these seting out in their back yard. Also, there is a big supplier in Riverside CA that sells used parts. Unfortunately, I can't remember his name. John's?? Anybody remember this guy? Good luck, Jag

 

Thanks Jag Red. I have about 500 megs worth of digital pictures detailing disassembly of each component so I can see how to put it back together. However, I am only about 1/2 way with the complete rebuild; working on the engine now.

 

I think you're talking about Bob's F100:

http://www.bobsf100.com/

 

Yea Randy, that's the guy. He has tons of used parts. Ed knew the name also. They say a man's memory is the 2nd thing to go..... Jag