Model T Ford #1023 FOOT BRAKE EQUALIZER ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS revised 12-22-12 JWS
FOOT BRAKE EQUALIZER ASSEMBLY
Buy the only genuine foot brake equalizer for
your Model T. Convert your 1926 or 1927 Model
T to rear wheel brakes by using the brake
equalizer foot pedal. This mounts on a T3449
Model T brake control shaft. Be sure you have
Model T Ranch bearings with seals to keep the
grease off the lining. It will save you money
over the more expensive brakes. This gives you
added safety in driving your Model T. (Also works
very well early cars 09 to 25 with New lined shoes &
Bearings with Grease seals.)
Remove brake pedal from transmission. Place bracket as shown in
the photo to the right. Grind a flat surface on the bottom of the
brake pedal casting so that the bracket fits flat. The center of main
shaft 2.2 inches to the hole, and center approximately 180 degrees
from the upper pedal leg. Must be professionally welded. A
return spring may be required. A # 1023 spring kit (Not
included.) Reinstall back in the transmission. Adjust the
transmission brake so that the pedal is almost to the floor. Make
sure that there is no interference with the addition of the new
bracket on any of the other surrounding mechanisms.
Remove the U-bolts and place the equalizer assembly
under the transmission-U-joint assembly and reattach
the U bolts through equalizer. DO NOT tighten lock
nuts too tightly. Equalizer needs to move freely but
not move too loosely on the brake lever rod assembly.
Install (2) split clamps on the cross shaft to center
assembly.
Attach existing brake rods to the lower equalizer bar.
Use cotter pins on all clevis pins. Make adjustments
to your personal preference. All things considered,
keep brake drums free of grease and use good brake
linings. This system should give better performance
than Rocky Mountain Brakes.
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Revised 12-22-12 JWS
Pedal Not Included with Kit
Remove Drivers side brake rod and
install the break drum lever extension;
using the 1 inch long 5/16” bolt. Tighten
bolt into the thread of the extension.
Install the locknuts using two wrenches
and tighten securely. Repeat for the
passenger side.
Install yoke assembly at the front of the
emergency brake cross shaft. Install U-bolts
with the nuts towards the front. NOTE: Do not
tighten yoke against shaft. It needs to be able
to move independent of the cross shaft. Install
& center split set collars on each side of shaft
as shown. With 1/16” Clarence.
After all hardware components are in place. First adjust brake rods
so Hand brake lever is just past half way of travel. Make
adjustments so booth rear wheels should slide. Second adjust lock
nut on the Brake pedal push rod to engage equalizer as required.
Optional # 1023A Spring kit may be needed to release brakes
dragging.
Satisfaction is always guaranteed. This warranty does not cover
(a) normal maintenance and service or (b) any products or parts
that have been subject to misuse, negligence, accident, improper
maintenance or repair, faulty installation or installation
contrary to our recommended installation instructions.
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