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Ole Green 03-24-2013 07:05 PM

Rear brake question
 
I just recently had a problem with my rear drum brakes after getting a complete rebuild on my rear end. The right rear drum especially felt like it was dragging and rubbing in one certain spot. A buddy told me I needed new drums because they were warped and couldn't be cut. They were cheap so I replaced them. I still hear a scratching spot as if the shoes are bad also. Should I have replaced the shoes also even if they weren't bad or still had alot of life?

Carl48 03-24-2013 07:24 PM

New drum may be slightly out of round or shoes may not be perfectly centered in the drum...replacing the shoes may or may not make a difference.

ss427ci 03-24-2013 07:56 PM

Make sure you have the spring on the spreader bar and that you have adjusted the shoes to make contact and backed off a 1/2 turn. It might rub a little but it will clearance itself after a little driving. Post a picture of your brakes and it will help us diagnose correct spring and parts placement.


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