New brakes, need help
I installed new brakes on my Aliner. It came without brakes. Installed backing plates, drums, breakaway, etc. Installed controller on 2009 Jeep Wrangler. Brakes do work but ----- with the controller c...
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randallb wrote:
If your brakes are adjusted correctly, the controller is adjusted according to the directions and you know they are actuating the fix is easy. Drive down the road at about 25-30 mph and actuate the manual lever on your controller. Repeat this cycle 3 or 4 times for about 30 seconds per actuation. You will feel the braking power increase as the shoes bed in. All new brakes need a few heat cycles to work correctly.
This post and method to "blanch / bed" the NEW brake linings is correct. I also perform this task on my trailer (when it gets new pads and/or hubs) as well. Good catch on this one.
