Legbrace/Caliper:
Max's legbrace is based on what is the Aussie equivalent to 1967-1979 US Ford
F-series pick-up tailgate hinges. Please don't confuse the F-series hinges with
the 1966-1977 Bronco hinges: they are different! The hinges appear to be attached
onto an AFO (Ankle Foot Orthosis) brace with 3 philips-head machine screws on
each side. The AFO brace is actually on backwards. Two leather straps are attached
to the hinges using pop rivets and the AFO brace already has its own strap.
If you look at the legbrace straight on, you can see that the inside has been
bent to fit the leg.
Tailgate hinges can be found at junkyards (you will need a large philips screwdriver
and a 1/2" socket wrench to pull them). New ones are also available online
HERE
for $66 a pair.
Knee Pad: The knee pad still needs to be identified. It is a separate piece and is NOT connected to the legbrace. It is a ridged pad with a horizontal seam across the middle, and rivets are placed on the outer edge. The other missing top boot strap from Max's boots was used to secure the pad to the knee.
The knee pad does resemble cricket batting pads, but there is no relation that I have found.
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