Finish Color for Brake Drums and Master Cylinder

[James S.]

Hi everyone.

For a 60 Vette with standard drum brakes.

Finish Color for Brake Drums and Master Cylinder.

I've seen cast iron grey and 60 degree gloss black; anyone know which is correct?
Thanks in advance.

Jim

[Bob B.]

Re: Finish Color for Brake Drums and Master Cylinder

Jim,

I don't think I've ever seen painted brake drums, but I have seen master cylinders in both bare metal and black. When I have a choice, I always like to paint just to keep the rust to a minimum.

Bob

[James S.]

Re: Finish Color for Brake Drums and Master Cylinder

Hi Bob,

Thanks.

Interesting. Upon disassembly, cleaning the greasy rusty nasty critters, and heavy blasting, I noticed that the interior of the spindle hubs had remenants of black paint; it appears the hubs were dipped in black paint. I think I will leave the drums and master cylinder in cast iron grey.

Thanks,

Jim