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1953 Buick Special Convertible
 

Brake System

The brake system was completely renewed, including: zinc plating of the backing plates, new brake shoes and hardware and replacement of rusted brake lines. The wheel cylinders and master cylinder were sleeved with brass and new fluid added. A new stop light switch and emergency brake warning light switch were also installed.

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Restored brake hardware
Restored emergency brake components
Restored brake drums
Restored master cylinder
Restored brake hardware
Restored emergency brake components
Restored brake drums
Restored master cylinder
       
Restored rear brake (typical)
Restored front brake (typical)
   
Restored rear brake (typical)
Restored front brake (typical)
   

Details on this project follow:
The Assignment | Suspension Work | Steering and Final Work