Re: IML: Re-installing brake drums on '62
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Re: IML: Re-installing brake drums on '62



Joe, is it possible the hydraulic wheel cylinder pistons are extended too much? Just thinking, Dave.
 
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From: Joe Strickland <jwstrick426@xxxxxxxxxxxx>

>
> I received the brake shoe return springs yesterday from A&D Auto Parts in North
> Royalton, Ohio and started the process of re-installing the drums today. Even
> with the adjusters set for minimum expansion I am having a very difficult time
> of putting the drums back on.. The drum on the right rear side is the one I
> started with and as the drum is put on I am having to use a sledge hammer to
> push it onto the axle shaft. The drum is shaving some of the brake lining off.
> Does this mean I need to remove the drums and shoes and take them all to the
> place that re-lined the shoes and have them arc the shoes to the drums?
>
> I don't think it should be this difficult! I must be doing something wrong, but
> I can't imagine what since I backed off the adjusters as by feel for the least
> resistance felt.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Joe
>
> Joseph W. Strickland
> 1021 Vaughan Lane
> Tioga, TX 76271-2937
>
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