How to release drum brakes? HELP!

Mustvid · 02-24-2002, 05:45 PM

I took the drums off of my father-in-laws mustang to paint them. After they were dry, I put one on with no problem. The shoes on the other side are too far out to get the drum back on. How can I adjust the brake or push in the shoes to get it back on? I only need about 1/4 inch.

drudis · 02-24-2002, 08:30 PM

You already did the star-wheel adjuster down to zero?

Tap on everything with the handle of a screwdriver, to make sure everything is seated. It _should_ just all slip together.

Good luck.

02-24-2002, 05:45 PM	#1
Mustvid Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 41	How to release drum brakes? HELP! I took the drums off of my father-in-laws mustang to paint them. After they were dry, I put one on with no problem. The shoes on the other side are too far out to get the drum back on. How can I adjust the brake or push in the shoes to get it back on? I only need about 1/4 inch.

02-24-2002, 08:30 PM	#2
drudis Moderator Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Livonia, MI, USA Posts: 1,194	You already did the star-wheel adjuster down to zero? Tap on everything with the handle of a screwdriver, to make sure everything is seated. It _should_ just all slip together. Good luck. __________________ Darius Rudis, Moderator Corner Carvers Delight 1989 Mustang LX - Open Track Car http://www.dariusrudis.com

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