How difficult to install new brake drums
My TT is 17 years old and I've never had work done on the brakes. It's been in storage for a few years and I'm about to bring it out, replace the tires, and do some surface restoration. My question - ...
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prichardson wrote:
It is unlikely you would need new drums unless they have gotten scored by bad brake shoes. The shoes however, would need to be changed if they are worn. The easy way is to replace the backing plate and shoes as an assembly; especially if you want to upgrade to self adjusting.
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To answer your question, if you are good wit a wrench, and have done this before, it is not a big deal in most cases. Just remember that you are dealing with 17 years of rust.
IMHO, the easiest way for sure is to remove the backing plate and put a new on assembly; adjust the brakes and slice the wires back on. Done.
If the tires are wearing nice and even, the axles are probably good to go.
IMO of course............ :)
