Re: [FWDLK] Noisy Brakes 56 DeSoto

["Stragand, Dave" <Dave.Stragand@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Anti-Squeal springs...

Get some heavy-duty thin springs that will fit somewhat tight all the
way around the drum on the outside near the lip.  They used to add these
'back in the day', and I've seen then on several vehicles.  Mine squeals
like crazy without them.

-Dave

-----Original Message-----
From: waltlandry@xxxxxxxxx [mailto:waltlandry@xxxxxxxxx]
Sent: Monday, April 07, 2003 11:12 AM
To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [FWDLK] Noisy Brakes 56 DeSoto


While on the subject of brakes I have had an eternal problem with
squeeling brakes on my '56 DeSoto.  It started several years ago when
after a wheel cylinder let go over the winter I decided I should do the
brakes over. After new cylinders, brake shoes (two sets) and springs,
contouring of the shoes and turning of the drums I still have the noise.
It happens in most situations except sometimes when very carefully I
ease pressure on the brake pedal to stop the car and ease off just
before I stop.  It has power brakes so it does not take much pressure.

I am at a loss as well as my mechanic who has an old repair shop.  His
oldest mechanic, who just retired who had worked on many old cars, had a
few tricks but none worked for long.  He even looked through his old
tools and used a tool that helps to adjust the shoes evenly before
installing the drums.

Anyone have any ideas.  I am ready to drive but cringe at the
anticipated noise. It does warn everyone that I am in the area and they
should get out of my way.

Thanks
Walter Landry
1956 DeSoto Firedome Seville

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