Senklip
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 06-21-22 10:50 PM - Post#2843210
Right, so i did a whole brake rebuild on my 1995 Chevy G20, new shoes, hardware, and wheel cylinders but the drums are not new. I put everything back together and bled the brakes, all went well. Took it for a road test and felt great. But the next day i was backing out of my driveway and heading to work when i could feel a drag on the right rear wheel. When i got to work i stopped to see if i could see anything, and the hubcap and rim were hot! Something was definitely rubbing, after work i went home and took the wheel and drum off to inspect and it and it was easy to take off, i could see the auto adjuster had moved a bit.
So i re-adjusted and put it all back together only to have the exact same problem happen again.
I am at a loss here, everything seems to be in place and working, should I replace drums? is the parking brake the culprit? I have never experienced something like this before. Please help
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bobb
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06-22-22 07:57 AM - Post#2843221
In response to Senklip
bad bearing?
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Shepherd
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06-22-22 11:47 AM - Post#2843228
In response to Senklip
Make sure the area of the backing plate where the shoe rides is lightly lubricated, this allows the shoes to contract. Look for a groove worn in that area also. Double check spring orientation.
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Tony1963
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06-23-22 03:38 AM - Post#2843250
In response to Senklip
Since you are using old drums, keep in mind that they are likely worn and do not match the curve of the brake shoes. The diameter and curve is a bit larger now.
As the brake shoes wear they will wear in and fit the curve. Any drag that you feel when adjusting is only with minimal contact to the shoe. As it wears, it makes more contact and more drag.
I'm also assuming that the components are assembled correctly.
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 Mel Foye
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06-23-22 01:21 PM - Post#2843270
In response to Senklip
So what is the status? Did you compare both sides as far as heat? Possible brake hose has collapsed?
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Senklip
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06-23-22 08:34 PM - Post#2843282
In response to bobb
Bad bearing was the culprit good call Bobb, but I went ahead and bought new drums anyways. Thank you for all your help everyone!
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Mel Foye
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06-23-22 09:21 PM - Post#2843283
In response to Senklip
bobb and others really add value to this site. Glad to see you got it fixed. Mel
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bobb
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06-26-22 10:07 AM - Post#2843402
In response to Senklip
on new drums. make sure you clean them real good with brake cleaner to get the preservative off. sanding with some 80 grit helps too. also make sure the hole in the drum registers snug on the hub. may as well paint the outer side too since they are new. need header paint for that. if painting, please use black, dark grey, or similar colors, remember you drive a chevy. lol
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