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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 02:47 PM
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what size rear shoes does a d35 need? because i see that there are two sizes. 10x2 1/2" and 10x 1.75. thanks!
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 03:13 PM
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actually i was wondering the same thing
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 04:22 PM
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i just found out that you have to measure the drum and that will tell you. but im not sure. and i guess there are three different sizes of shoes not 2.
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 04:51 PM
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Measure the inside of the drum, or your old shoes.
Dan
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 06:34 PM
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the 35 has the smaller of the two, changed em a while ago, thought i got either 9" or 10"
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 06:57 PM
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all d35's i've worked on had 9 inch drums and were smooth.
my d44 has 10 inch drums and have the fins.
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Old Apr 19, 2010 | 12:19 AM
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ok thanks guys. ill have to measure mine tomorrow to see what ive got. any one have any tips on installing them? thanks!
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Old Apr 19, 2010 | 09:18 AM
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i'll do a write up for ya.
i just did mine last weekend on my tj and took descriptive pics.
look for the new thread in tech.
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Old Apr 20, 2010 | 07:56 PM
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does it matter what shoe you put on either side or is one shorter than the other?
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Old Apr 21, 2010 | 12:23 AM
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yes it matters, one will have a small stud for the adjuster and spring. the other side has to mirror that.

there are good pics in my how to thread. look in the write ups section.
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