Re: '40 rear brake question: How snug should the drums be on the shoes?
On my Bolling Bros rear brakes I rub chalk on the shoes and then adjust the brakes as per the Bolling Bros instructions. I do have a light drag on both rear drums with tires mounted. Test drive and then remove the drums to see chalk wear pattern. You may have to readjust them again as top pin plays a key role.
My Bolling Bros. brake shoes and drums slid on with no problems. Make sure you have adjusted shoes inward so drum will slide on. Also, make sure drum does not rub on lip of backing plate. I had this problem and had to make a spacer.
Last edited by 19Fordy; 07-11-2020 at 07:07 PM.
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