Improve '40 brakes on a '34?

[Willit Stop]

Just a shot in the dark here.....you might want to check your master cylinder to see if it's a power or non-power.If you don't have a booster you'll need a non-power M/C. I street rodded a '49 C**** pickup,disc/drum,and used a non-power M/C. It works.

 

[FlatheadTed]

Do the easy stuff first
As the previous posts ,
(1) You need soft linings on a un boosted system
(2) Fit a vacuum booster and stay with the linings your got
(3) go through the fine details of adjustment ,Radius the shoes to the drum

 

[30-9]

Perfect pic - sledge hammers at the ready...lol

 

[40 FourDrDlx]

I improved the front brakes on my 40 Sedan with the old school upgrade to 56 F100 fronts.