Re: Sources for Wagner drum brake hardware?

[Tom Jennings <tomj@xxxxxxx>]

On Fri, 27 May 2005, Matt Haas wrote:

> Any suggestions on where I can get return springs and hold down 
> hardware (this type uses a pin and a spring clip)?

My Hornet used the !@#$%!! spring plus square retainer (square
hole in the backing plate) which I found to be just a terrible
design. I converted it to "normal" bendix-type holdowns; after
measuring heights (didn't keep records) i rummaged around at a
parts store to find spring and post (the nail-like pin) of the
right length. I backed the pin/post thing with a #10 washer. Works

perfectly.