Good ideas gentlemen. Rick, I like your idea, it makes good practical sense. I can use an old brake shoe, and place it into a vise and form the thin aluminum using a mallet to form it to the shoe. This is something I can work on and throw into my toolbox for future use. I can use it on all fours since they are the same on a 41-46 ½ truck. In fact, I can even make one for the larger trucks when I get around to it. There is always room in the toolbox for an additional tool!
Christopher, that is exactly what I have been doing. The small wooden block. Except, with the tension of the spring, the wooden block was always sliding around the shoe causing additional frustrations. Unfortunately I do not have the hands of a surgeon, necessitating additional time, patience and walk-around breaks so I don’t wind up pulling my hair out.
Bill, I checked KD’s website out, and could only find the tool similar to the one in the photo in the first posting.
Ed, I like your idea too. For some reason, I have a hard time tossing away old parts. Even if they are old leather, rubber, beat-up metal. I am sure I can do the belt around the shoes thusly providing a non-slip surface. Thanks.
