Deuce parking brake question

[panzerjunky]

Hello Gents
Can someone tell me why I can get a whole axle worth brake shoes for $17.00 to $35.00 But the Gol D%&* parking brake is $260.00 plus.
Has anyone replaced the pads on their parking brakes with one of the relining kits available if so describe the un riveting and then the re riveting procedure.
Thanks Jerry

 

[clinto]

Keep surfing ebay-deals occasionally come up. Most I've paid for a new set is $50 + shipping. Just be patient.

 

[cattlerepairman]

I agree with Clinto; paid 65 and shipping a few weeks ago for a NOS set. However, if you have a clutch/brake shop in the area, it is worth the while to ask what they charge to re-line your original shoes.

 

[Big Earl]

Park brake

I riveted new pads on on my first deuce, I think I bought them off of ebay fairly cheap? They worked like new...

 

[WillWagner]

I took mine to Franklin Truck Parts. They re-lined them with some generic, cut to fit stuff. Works great! Cost me $25.00

If you want the OEM stuff, the above posts are correct, just keep an eye out on e-bay, sets pop up from time to time. I got a set minus the rivits for $45 shipped.

 

[strycnine]

I was wondering the same thing.

 

[mikeroot2]

Paid $75.00 on ebay for NOS shoes with pads.

 

[USAFSS-ColdWarrior]

Great info - thanks.

 

[jimmcld]

We have two pair. I don't remember if they are NOS or depot rebuilds. Anyway, they should fit into one of those standard boxes if anyone wants them. What would you offer as a donation to Vietnam Veterans of America?

Jim