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How do you like them ----those who have tried them out

Harry,... My first set lasted 15 years... My second set was put in after that.... Just like with any band re-lining as long as you have true circumference of the metal bands before putting the linings in, take care with installation , and using new band springs with loose adjustment, and proper foot application, they will last you just as long or even longer than I experienced....... A tight band adjustment would give you a a higher pedal, compared to a looser adjustment where the pedal would activate the band within 2 in of the floorboard.... Some owners do prefer a higher pedal for their own safety sake.. let's face it, Model T transmission bands are not equal to today's hydraulic brakes, easy does it on the pedal always works out better.

I have them on one of my cars. Been in there 30 years! I haven't driven that one for a few years but when I did drive it, the bands stopped and shifted well but tend to chatter a bit more than cotton or kevlar. With any bands you need a good ramp both on the pedal and in the transmission to get the best compression when you push the pedal and with good springs and a round band, will not drag when the pedal is back. Do not adjust too tight or allow them to be too loose when the pedal is down either way there will be a drag on the drum and lead to band wear and drum overheating. A bluish color on the drums indicates overheating which can lead to cracking.
Norm