Band brake, correct size?

[45t]

Someone aready posted about band brakes and I learned a lot, but I had a question?

I'm running a #35 Chain 11 Tooth 5/8" Bore Max Torque clutch that measures 4 3/16" across. Do I order the 4-3/16" Brake band with bracket - Manco Part #1036 (4-3/16" BRAKE BAND W/BRACKET) or the larger
4.5" Band Brake - AZ2255 (4.5" band brake).

I want to make sure that I order the correct one the first time. I'm not sure if I need to order the next size up so it fits over the clutch or do I order the same size as the clutch?

Any help would be appreciated

 

[DZLBIKE]

I just happen to have mine on the bench next to me. It looks like the band is 4 3/16" also. I have the same clutch.

 

[derekbmn]

You actually want the 4".

 

[45t]

You actually want the 4".

It won't rub all the time will it? What does the diameter of the 4" open up to?

 

[DZLBIKE]

It appears Derek is right. This is the one I have and it lists it as a 4" band.
Its somewhat hard to measure as it springs open when not installed.

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[derekbmn]

It won't rub all the time will it? What does the diameter of the 4" open up to?

Nope not at all....never measured.

 

[45t]

Nope not at all....never measured.

What length of cable you running. The pic you posted looks like a very clean set up. I'm going to be putting this band brake on my 400TS

 

[derekbmn]

What length of cable you running. The pic you posted looks like a very clean set up. I'm going to be putting this band brake on my 400TS

I always order long ones and then cut them to the length I need...:thumbsup:

 

[roccosbike]

Band brakes work very well and I think are Ideal for kids because they require very light hand pressure to stop.

 

[45t]

Thanks guys for all the help!

Whats with the spring on the band brake? Some pics I see it with some without? I know its probably a return spring. Is it necessary?

 

[tin solider3]

Thanks guys for all the help!

Whats with the spring on the band brake? Some pics I see it with some without? I know its probably a return spring. Is it necessary?

Yes you're right it is a return spring. You are able to run a band brake without a spring, because of the natural way the band brake wants to be positioned when braking, but I'd run a spring with it anyway just in case.

 

[KustomKartKid]

well I'm gonna jump onto this thread with a similar question...I have a vintage Horstman clutch that I want to run a band brake on....just measured the "bell" and it actually measures more like 3-3/4"......will the 4" band still work...?
I assume there is a range where it will still be effective......

 

[derekbmn]

I think you would be fine with a 4" band.

 

[KustomKartKid]

I tried the 4" band around the 3-3/4 " clutch...doesn't look good....the ends of the band are almost touching before it closes completely around the bell.....I see where Comet made a 3-1/2" band (snowmobile ?)....anybody got one kickin around they want to sell.....??



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