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  View original topic: Changing brakes from 1-bolt to 2-bolt cyl on a 1954 Beetle
Andrew oval Sat May 03, 2008 2:51 pm

My car has the (incorrect) single-bolt wheel cylinders on the front and I'm putting it back to 2-bolt.

It looks like I need to replace the drums because they are slightly too small for the 2-bolt backing plates.

Two questions...
1) Can I re-use the old 'single-bolt' shoes or are they the wrong size?
2) Any idea where I can get hold of a set a set of drums, ideally in the UK?

Cheers
Andrew

RareAir Sat May 03, 2008 4:41 pm

When replacing brake cylinders, it's always best to use parts from compatible years. You're going to need 1953-57 drums, backing plates, shoes, cylinders, e-brake cables & spring kits.



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