Mechanical Brake Components

Mechanical Brake Components

Brakes, Suspension | 1932–1948 Ford Cars & Trucks (Mechanical Brake Applications)

Before hydraulic systems became standard, Ford vehicles relied on rod- and cable-operated mechanical brake systems to transmit pedal force directly to the brake shoes. This category includes ford reproduction mechanical brake components such as brake adjusting links, wedges, clevises, pins, rod nuts, cable equalizers, and anti-rattle hardware used on early Ford passenger cars and trucks equipped with factory mechanical brakes.

In these systems, pedal movement transfers through a network of rods, clevises, and equalizers to actuate the brake shoes at each wheel. Proper adjustment depends on correct link length, secure clevis connections, and stable rod alignment. Wear in brake rod pins or anti-rattlers can introduce slack, uneven brake engagement, or inconsistent pedal response. Fitment may vary by model year, wheelbase, axle design, and brake drum diameter, particularly between passenger cars and commercial truck applications. Accurate adjustment across front and rear linkages is essential for maintaining balanced braking performance.

C&G Ford Parts has been family-owned and dedicated to classic Ford vehicles since 1978. Our team works with these parts daily and understands the real-world fitment details that matter during a proper restoration.

Review linkage style, drum size, and application details to select the correct mechanical brake components for your vehicle.