[T3] Update and next issue . . . brakes

[Jacob Adam Schroeder]

So just to provide an update, this is where I stand with my 1972 Squareback
(which has sat for approximately 7 years):
 - The engine starts and seems to run great (fuel lines replaced, new
plugs, valves set, timing & idle set)
 - I took it out for a short drive (see below) and the engine seemed great
 - I sprayed the clock down with electronics cleaner & a mild silicon
lubricant -- it now runs again and keeps time

The next issue on my agenda, and the reason my drive was cut short, was
because the brakes felt a little unresponsive to me.  It could be that I
have been spoiled over the intervening 7 years with modern brakes, but I
don't think I have become that soft.  It just seemed like it took longer to
come to a stop than it should have and that I had to press harder than I
felt I should have to get there.  Otherwise, the pedal felt solid.

So, how do I go about testing the brakes to see what could be responsible
for this?  Probably about 8 years ago, I had new front brakes installed
(rotors & calipers) and I had new shoes put on the rear.  Is there
something I should be looking at that could have gotten worse after sitting
around?

Thank you,

Jacob
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