'32 vs '33-34 brake questions

Corn Fed

Corn Fed

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I have some questions regarding '32 and '33-34 parts. I think I know the answer, but I just want to verify.

Are '32 spindles the same as '33-34?

Are ’32 front brake assemblies (backing plates, guts, drums, rotating rod actuator arms) the same as '33-34 fronts?

Are ’32 rear brake assemblies (backing plates, guts, drums) the same as '33-34 rears?

Thanks!
 
Yes, all parts are the same, most carry "B" part numbers except the brake rods and crosshaft unit on the crossmember which are different '32 to '33/'34.

As a side note Ford did change the grease fitting size on late '34 spindles from 1/8" NPT to 1/4"-28 thread for some reason, therefore a "40-" part number was assigned, otherwise interchangeable with '32 & '33 spindles.

Hope this helps. Paul J.
 
If you are doing a high point restoration I think I remember there was a slight difference in the shape of the brake drum although they interchange. There were early '32 backing plates that are also interchangeable.

Charlie Stephens
 
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