Self adjusting brakes - Mod
Well I made a decision to install self adjusting brakes as a part of my brake replacement this spring. Now after reading some posts I am sufficiently spooked and wonder if I should not have stayed ...
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Gdetrailer wrote:
That was when I bought new drums to convert from the old Dexter "star" rims to modern 5 bolt Ford pattern rims.
Did you replace the hubs, also?
I've found the biggest failure of brake assemblies has been either a buildup of dirt through open adjustment ports on the backing plate or no lubrication on moving parts when installing. I wish I had a dollar for every star wheel and threaded rod I've had to tear down and lubricate.
