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13 Jun 2018 01:33 #34760 by ttcinc
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Pete could you send me the instructions also? [email protected]
I'm having the same problem
Thank you

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24 Dec 2016 03:45 - 24 Dec 2016 03:47 #32099 by Mike Dube
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Gentleman, it was anchor pin clearance I was thinking about, not shoe to drum clearance. It has been a while. I have it scanned, but nothing jumps out at me here as to how to share it to this thread.
Auburn 1932 Service Bulletin # 24, refers to 1931 Bulletin (6 pages on brakes) then states:
"Essential changes for best result are: Set all anchor pin clearances to 1/16” (one sixteenth inch).
Adjust brake shoes for equalization by giving the same drag on all four wheels (this drag should be fairly heavy), after this has been done, again set the left front anchor pin clearance to 1/64” (one-sixty forth inch) by lengthening the left front brake rod.”
After this it mentions that proper adjustment of the kick shackle (1932 & up) is important for best riding & brake operation.

Mike
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Last edit: 24 Dec 2016 03:47 by Mike Dube. Reason: clarity

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23 Dec 2016 21:25 #32097 by Curt Schulze
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There is a up and down and a fore and aft adjustment. There is a window on the brake drum that a .020 feeler gauge is inserted to insure the 'gap' is the same all the way around. This is in addition to the adjuster wheel. The same principal as the 34-36 cars except they are not hydraulic.

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23 Dec 2016 20:23 #32094 by Mike Dube
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As all have said, you can't cut corners on this job. The factory service bulletins which came later also mention using a different gauge (usually a drill bit) to set shoe to drum clearance on one of the front wheels. Without digging them out , not sure now whether its the left front left a skosh looser, or the right slightly tighter. The effect is that any 'pulling' that occurs is away from oncoming traffic.

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21 Dec 2016 20:39 #32081 by Rlamb10769
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Found the solution to the squeakey brakes problem.
The product is CRC de-squeak. I took all four drums off and spray costed the contact surfaces in the drums. I drove it around the block, start and stop at least ten times and not a sound.
I would have bet you money this would not have worked, boy was I surprised.
Richard

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21 Dec 2016 17:16 #32077 by Rlamb10769
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Hi Curt,
Three inch block, the drag on the front a little more then rear.
Merry Christmas
Richard

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21 Dec 2016 17:01 #32076 by Curt Schulze
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Richard, my comment was directed in reference to the ease of use of this website. But it is also true of the brake adjustment.
I will be doing this soon myself soon, how thick is the block of wood under the pedal. I do know the correct adjustment wrench to turn the little brass wheel goes a long way to eliminate frustration.

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21 Dec 2016 15:20 #32075 by Rlamb10769
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Curt,
Got my service manual out and readjusted my brakes as per instructions. I had my brakes to tight, what I forgot was the block of wood under the pedal and clockwise to tighten and counter to loosen. My brakes are much better now but still squeaks, not sure how to fix that.

Richard

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21 Dec 2016 13:47 #32074 by Curt Schulze
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There are some basic features that are not intuitive.

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21 Dec 2016 04:55 #32073 by mikespeed35
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Read the brake adjustment instructions Pete sent you and follow them to the letter. Don't take short cuts!!!!
Cordially Mike

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21 Dec 2016 01:54 #32072 by pete kelly
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Hi Curt
I sent you a copy of the brakes instructions from the 31 service manual; should make like easier.
Pete

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20 Dec 2016 23:48 #32071 by curtiss
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Awesome, thanks! I will give it a shot this weekend.

The new forum does take some getting used to.

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20 Dec 2016 23:39 - 23 Dec 2016 12:18 #32069 by Rlamb10769
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Hello Curt,
I just adjusted my brakes on my 31. On the back of the drums there is a slot head bolt holding up a flat piece of metal, remove and you will see a brass adjustment wheel. I tool a brake spoon and ground it down to fit the wheel. Turn the wheel clockwise while you rotate the tire until you feel a little drag, do the same for all four.

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19 Dec 2016 22:00 #32065 by curtiss
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The font brakes on our 31 8-98 are pulling pretty hard to the left so it looks like I will be doing some adjusting. Are there any secrets I should be aware of when adjusting cable brakes, this is anew world for me :)

Thanks,
Curt Curtiss

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