<VV> 65 Corsa project update

N. Joseph Potts pottsf@msn.com
Mon, 12 Jul 2004 13:34:59 -0400


If I owned a brake lathe, I would not want to dull its cutters by applying
them to rust. Consider using sandpaper to remove the rust. If the drums are
not PITTED from rust, the only reason for turning, then, would be in order
to ensure their dimensional integrity.

Joe Potts
Miami, Florida USA
1966 Corsa coupe 140hp 4-speed with A/C

----- Original Message -----
From: "Macdonald David" <dmacd_us@yahoo.com>
>
> 2) Project two was an examination of the brakes. All
> the drums are in good shape although they have a fair
> bit of rust from so many years of non-use. None of the
> wheel cylinders are leaking. I!&m going to remove all
> the drums and have them lightly turned to remove the
> rust, rebuild all the cylinders and replace all the
> hoses.
>
>
> Cheers
>
> David
> !&65 Canadian 4 Carb Corsa Coupe
> (That has not moved under it!&s own power since May
> !&74)
> Acton, MA