[FC] RE: FC Brake Upgrade

[Norm Helmkay]

I'd like to second Jim Davis's recommendation on the Porterfield Brakes
Carbon-Kevlar R-4S brake shoes.   I've had them on my Ultra Van since
1996 (running 15,000 miles a year) and have never had better brakes (without
power-assist).

Porterfield can be reached at 1-800-537-6842.
When you call them, the Bendix shoe number for
the FC is #228 (also from Jim Davis).

Norm Helmkay


> I really don't think FC's need power brakes.  It is just the proper
> selection of brake shoe lining that makes the difference.  Just look for
> shoes with a coefficient of friction of 0.6 to 0.8 at normal operating
> temperatures.    I particularly like the Portifield R-4S compound.  If you
> feel like you need power brakes, I recommend the ECI remote booster
> system.  I have that set-up on my Ultra Van and hardily recommend it.
> Jim Davis