Robert Smith Posted November 1, 2008 Report Posted November 1, 2008 Hey guys, lookin' for some rear return break springs! I called Andy's and they are out till the first of the year So, I called another place, Atlas Obsolete and they are on vacation till the 10th! So, I need rear return springs for my p-15 asap since the car is due for a break job next Friday. Any help is much appreciated! =R Quote
oldmopar Posted November 1, 2008 Report Posted November 1, 2008 You could try Roberts they have them in their catalog http://www.robertsmotorparts.com/car_parts.asp?Action=search&t=&Search=&c=Cars+-+Brake+Parts&page=2 Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted November 1, 2008 Report Posted November 1, 2008 Mitchell used to sell these..you can find him on the e-bay site..as fmmpar or something like that...not usre if the number 706-337-5620 is still valid or not... Quote
Norm's Coupe Posted November 1, 2008 Report Posted November 1, 2008 If you are just doing the brake job because you went so many miles and the brakes are still working, just put off the shop visit for a couple of weeks. When the new springs come in, order them and you can then reschedule the brake job. Should not be a problem as long as the shoes aren't scraping metal to metal and the cylinders aren't leaking. Quote
Jim Saraceno Posted November 2, 2008 Report Posted November 2, 2008 I just ordered a set from Roberts. Funny thing is I just tried to order a steering box rebuild set from Andy and he also told me he wouldn't have them for a month. Where do you suppose he gets this stuff? Quote
Don Coatney Posted November 2, 2008 Report Posted November 2, 2008 I just ordered a set from Roberts.Funny thing is I just tried to order a steering box rebuild set from Andy and he also told me he wouldn't have them for a month. Where do you suppose he gets this stuff? NAPA:rolleyes: Quote
PatS.... Posted November 2, 2008 Report Posted November 2, 2008 I just ordered a set from Roberts.Funny thing is I just tried to order a steering box rebuild set from Andy and he also told me he wouldn't have them for a month. Where do you suppose he gets this stuff? China Quote
Jim Saraceno Posted November 2, 2008 Report Posted November 2, 2008 NAPA My NAPA stores can't find anything that is not listed in their computers which is the same as what I can find online. That means if it is '35 Plymouth specific, they can't find it. I have to try to find parts that are common with later models, then maybe I can find it listed under those models. Quote
Norm's Coupe Posted November 2, 2008 Report Posted November 2, 2008 China Maybe...........but we have to watch China. China quality control is getting a little better on some things as time goes by. I myself have a few things made in China that are ok. Have also had a few things that didn't work so good too. I think we will see things coming from China like we did from Japan. Years ago in the 50's/60's/70's things made in Japan weren't all that great either, and they were cheap. However, just look no further than Toyota and others products. They've come a long way. We don't hear many complaints about stuff made in Japan anymore. And, when Japanese products got better, prices matched or surpassed prices of US/Canadian made products. Think we'll see the same thing happen with Chinese products over time. Don't get me wrong. I'd rather buy US too, but..........just looking back at history a bit. Quote
Don Coatney Posted November 3, 2008 Report Posted November 3, 2008 China quality control is getting a little better on some things as time goes by. . You are somewhat correct. The little umbrellas that they stick in the top of drinks are much higher quality than they used to be. However I have not seen any high quality willow ware for several years. Quote
billwillard Posted November 3, 2008 Report Posted November 3, 2008 With all those umbrellas under your belt how can you see any thing else? Bill: Quote
BobT-47P15 Posted November 3, 2008 Report Posted November 3, 2008 Jim, O'Reilly Auto Parts (at least here) has some books on the shelf to look up older stuff not on their computers. They don't have everything I need, but sometimes will have certain items. And those items may actually be in their warehouse for delivery the next day. You may still need to translate your parts to newer model items with them. Quote
TodFitch Posted November 3, 2008 Report Posted November 3, 2008 I believe that Restoration Specialties has springs of the correct style/appearance/design for our brakes. Not sure if they have the correct size though. Look at page 35 of their PDF catalog. Restoration Supply Company 15182-B Highland Valley Rd. Escondido, California 92025 Telephone: +1.760.741.4014 Fax: +1.760.739.8843 email: info@restorationstuff.com http://www.restorationstuff.com/ Quote
Robert Smith Posted November 4, 2008 Author Report Posted November 4, 2008 Thanks guys, I went with Robert's Motor Parts. They were the same prices as Andy's so, I'll see how they are when they're put on the car. Again, thank you gents for your help! =R Quote
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