IML: 1961 Crown 4D SH Prodigal Brake Pedal

[joestill1@xxxxxxxxxxx (Joe)]

Evenin' everybody.

 

Anyone know why a brake pedal won't return after being pushed?  I have been messin' with the brakes on this car for the better part of 9 months and each time I think I have them fixed, something new pops up; this time bein' the fact that the brake pedal doesn't return all the way.  It does return some and I have excellent brakes but it doesn't come all the way back up.

 

I have replaced the master cylinder with an NOS one.  I have bled the brakes and adjusted the shoes (for the umpteenth time).  Now the pedal doesn't return.

 

The FSM says, first, "Pedal Return Spring - adjust or replace as necessary;" inspection shows it a little on the rusty side but in good working order with plenty of tension.  Second, "master cylinder - tighten loose mounting bolts;"  I tightened them again this evening, or attempted to.  The were snug.  Third, "brake pedal mounting bracket - adjust bracket and tighten bolts;"  can't figure out how to do this part. 

 

Any thoughts?  Anything else I should check?

 

As usual, thanks loads in advance for any suggestions or practical experience y'all can share.

 

Have a great evening.

 

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Joe
Allen, Texas
'61 4D Crown Southampton
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