O old31 Well-known member Jul 7, 2026 #1 Is one type of lining better for cast iron and one type better for steel?
J jb-ob Well-known member Jul 7, 2026 #2 The 'rule' used to be, boned for cast iron & woven for Ford steel. You could use woven with cast iron, expecting more frequent adjustments. This makes the assumption your mechanical restoration of the brake system is back to 100% factory Ford.
The 'rule' used to be, boned for cast iron & woven for Ford steel. You could use woven with cast iron, expecting more frequent adjustments. This makes the assumption your mechanical restoration of the brake system is back to 100% factory Ford.
v8fordman Well-known member Jul 7, 2026 #3 If you need either type, already installed, I believe I have plenty. Let me know.
nkaminar Well-known member Jul 7, 2026 #4 In previous discussions about brake linings, the ones from Randy Gross had the highest rating for cast iron drums.
In previous discussions about brake linings, the ones from Randy Gross had the highest rating for cast iron drums.
O old31 Well-known member Jul 8, 2026 #5 FYI. I spoke with Randy, and he said to put the composite on the cast drums and woven on the steel drums. You do not want woven on the cast drum because it is too abrasive.
FYI. I spoke with Randy, and he said to put the composite on the cast drums and woven on the steel drums. You do not want woven on the cast drum because it is too abrasive.
