Vintage doodlebug brakes

[Yukoncornelius]

I have a vintage doodlebug but it has no braking system that I can tell. What kind of brakes did these come with and what do I need to set up a rear brake? Thanks

 

[Yukoncornelius]

Any help please. I need it to be safe for my sons.

 

[Yukoncornelius]

What is the rear wheel width of a new doodlebug wheel?

 

[DaddyJohn]

You might be best off installing one of these (band brake) to the clutch.

https://www.OldMiniBikes.com/universal-clutch-band-brake-kit.html

 

[Yukoncornelius]

Link is dead

 

[DaddyJohn]

Interesting... Well anyway, a band brake.