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Old 12-26-2009, 09:13 AM
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Well I am trying to do a routine changing of my rear brakes (shoes) and I dont know what size I need.... 9x2 1/2" or 10x1 3/4"

help please!!
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I had to phisically take my drums off and measure. but it should also be stamped on the drum somewhere or on the back IIRC
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ok thanks man....
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np, or you could just buy both and return the ones you don't use.
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that is a very good possibility....
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Well I am trying to do a routine changing of my rear brakes (shoes) and I dont know what size I need.... 9x2 1/2" or 10x1 3/4"

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Hi, if you have a dana 35 (Finned drums) you have 10 inch brakes and if they are not finned its probably a Chrysler 8.25 with 9 inch...Tj
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yep I had the 9 inch.... thanks much
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