David Messplay

Thanks to all that responded. At this time, the car is going into winter storage mode. I am becoming more convinced that we have a contaminated lining problem. The lining is thick, just like new. At one point I sanded the left lining with a die grinder, didn't seem to do much. That doesn't mean contamination isn't present deeper into lining. Looks can be deceiving. Rear lining is new, going to go for new front lining in the spring.

I have checked king pins for wear, they are not perfect, however the left and right spindles are similar in amount of play, not that bad actually. This car has 30,000 actual miles. I am trying to find someone in my area that actually understands these antique suspension systems. Thanks.

Car purchased online, when delivered car pulled to left when brakes applied. All brake hoses replaced, all wheel cylinders replaced with NOS parts and all pistons verified to be free. Master cylinder rebuilt, brake fitting that routes fluid from master cylinder to left and right front wheels and rear brakes removed and cleaned. All brake lines flushed with fluid and air. Insured that front brake assemblies have primary shoe (short lining) is in forward position and secondary shoe (long lining) is in aft position. Installed new brake springs. Have adjusted vertical position of front brake shoes with upper post adjustment and feeler gage through opening window in brake drum. Adjusted brakes for slight drag. Bled brakes repeatedly, all wheel cylinders have good flow of fluid. Brake pedal has decent feel, travels just over an inch and is consistent in operation. Car drives in a straight line as far as wheel alignment is concerned. Car still pulls to left with brakes applied. Swapped front wheels and tires left to right, no change. Swapped brake drums left to right, no change. Loosened brake adjustment for left brake, no effect. I am a retired aircraft mechanic and was a car mechanic prior to that. I have run out of ideas, I seem to be missing something or this car has some kind of bizarre problem that I am unable to find. Does anyone have any thoughts on this matter? Thanks.