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The 61 62 T Birds E brake came in from the rear it was changed back to the front in 63. Here is a pic I found on the net.

Guys thanks for the advice. The one thing that I have noticed different about the T Bird is the E brake cables come into the rear end from the back of the car rather than the front in most 9" applications I've seen. This caught me out because when I was looking at the system with the drums off...

About 12 months ago all of a sudden my rear brakes started to get really hot. Both sides did it but the left side was the worst. I have replaced a lot of parts but the problem persists, Now the left side seems o/k and the right side is getting hot.:confused: This is what I have done so far...

Thanks for all of the welcomes, It sure is a friendly place around here. I might have a question to ask tomorrow. The rear brakes on the Thunderbird are grabbing for some reason and getting very very hot. I will have a close and see what I can find. I have new drums and shoes but need to find...

390 with single 4100 carb. I will post some pic's on the weekend

Hi Everybody , just an intro from a new guy from New Zealand. My name is Peter and I have a 1962 Thunderbird Landau. Completely stock apart from mag wheels and in mint condition. Looking forward to getting to know everybody. Cheers Peter