I don't know about the arc grinding. I expect if you found a shop
that's been around for 50 years, they probably still have the
capability. I run Porterfield shoes on the rear of my Spitfire. Last
summer, I was changing shoes (the day before the race naturally) and
they wouldn't fit inside my drums. Took a while to find a shop that
could machine out the little things, but I finally did and was able to
get them to work. Ordered another set of new drums, so now I carry 2
sets and should be able to field fit whatever I get sent. Most often, I
seem to find myself changing shoes at the track.
On 7/1/2011 7:25 PM, william r tobin wrote:
> Hi everyone, I'm finally back on the list. I saw Marty Sukey at Mid Ohio last
> weekend and he helped me get back on. Thanks Marty.
> Marty is taking his Spit to BeaveRun in two weeks for the PVGP event. It's a
> nice race. Good luck at the race!
> I tried to talk Dick Stockton into going but haven't heard if he is.
> I had a blast at Mid Ohio; I beat a PORSCHE! 912. Driven by a girl!!! Actually
> she was paddpocked across from me and we had a great time all weekend. Traded
> the lead several times in the feature. Her husband (They're from Mesa AZ)
> drives a very nice 914-6. Nice couple.
> I did have some brake issues. I put two new wheel clyinders on the previous
> week for routine maintenance. One started leaking Friday. I had Ted S bring me
> a new pair (I use 0.875" units from a Morgan) and replaced the leaker. Also
> rear linings.
> Any time I've put on linings, it's been a fight. They always seem too big for
> the drums, which also seem oversized. Supposed to be 9" but mic out .060 or
> more over. I'm using Kevlar rear shoes and I'm not sold on them. I'm also
> using finned alloy rear drums. Do they still arc-grind drum brake linings to
> fit the drums?
> What are you guys using for rear linings? Any thoughts? I'm taking the drums
> in for a light cut tomorrow to try and get better lining contact.
> On the plus side, I put RIchard Good's dual M/C setup on and like all his
> goodies it's gorgeous. I'm still playing with the balance though.
> Thanks, Bill Tobin D.A.L. Racing
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