1946 Hudson Brake Drums

[Jim Kilday]

I need to replace the front brake drums in my '46 Coupe. Is there a new manufactured drum that will substitute?

Thanks,

Jim Kilday

[bill a]

hi jim, none that i have ever heard of. might have some good used ones. be sure to measure your diametr. commodore and super were different size.

[46HudsonPU]

hi jim, none that i have ever heard of. might have some good used ones. be sure to measure your diametr. commodore and super were different size.

Hi Bill - Are you sure? :confused: I was under the impression that the difference depended on the engine, with those cars having a Hudson 8 engine getting larger brakes (and a bigger clutch).

- And, of course pickup trucks have the larger brakes and clutch as well...

I'm probably wrong (as usual) - After all, you're 'The Man' to go to in the Hudson community... :D

[bill a]

You Are Right Rick, I Shouldd Of Been More Specific And Said Commodore 8 Vs Super Series, Bill Albright

[Huddy42]

I have some new old stock drums here part number 166295, but would be expensive to ship I would imagine.I'm In Australia. Would you like a holiday, come pick them up, take them back as cabin luggage.

[Jim Kilday]

Thanks for all the help. I was able to get a pair from Glen Johnson in Brigham, UT.

Jim Kilday

[gustavoh]

i was wondering about that part #166295 what size drum would it be for i am looking for some drums that will fit my 46 pickup it got 15 inch tires and wheels - g

[Uncle Josh]

The pickups should have 11 x 1.75 inch brakes same as the Commadore 8. You can substitute stepdown 11x 2 1/4 if you change the backing plate, swap the bearings around and use a double washer behind the nut.

[gustavoh]

thank you for the info uncle josh - g