I have owned 1958 Plymouths since 1962 , some with power brakes and one( a Plaza tudor with a golden commando eingine and std shift) without. I never noticed that it toke extra effort but it does take a longer distance to stop. The old drums just don't stop like modern disc brakes. All I can suggestis that make sure all your wheel cylinders are free and not leaking and that your front brake hoses are in good shape. I have had a front wheel cylinder seize up and that made for poor stopping. David Wallace 58 fury owner . |