new brake shoes versus new plate assembly

[dockmasterdave]

I checked the 10" drum brakes on my 21' TT. They are getting close to shot. I plan on replacing them before that.
My question is, are there pros and cons between just replacing the shoes, or buying the whole new backer plate already assembled ?
If you change the whole set up, what is involved in the brake wiring, IE cut and splice or unplug/plug in ? TIA

[js6343js6343]

Agree. Replace it all.

And consider installing the upgrade to self adjusting assemblies. I did the self adjusting upgrade and so far have no complaints.

[GottaRunGottaCa]

If your brakes shoe are worn, most likely the magnets are about gone to, get the whole brake assemble!

[drsteve]

Buy the whole assembly. Magnets, springs, and retainers are subject to wear too, and if the shoes are getting thin, then the rest of that stuff is suspect too. Plus as mentioned, it's easy and cheaper.

[johntank]

Turtle n Peeps wrote:
I replaced mine years ago with just shoes. Big mistake. At that time I didn't know they sold the whole thing. My magnets were shot also. When you buy it piece meal it gets expensive.

You can put a wire nut on it like I did or buy fancy weatherhead connectors and put them on. Or just twist and tape them up. I have had luck with all 3.

This is the way to go, I think it is easier to remove/replace 4/5 bolts and cut 2 wires and splice back as to fool with shoes, retainers, and springs for each wheel. JMHO

[the_bear_II]

New complete assembly is the way to go....

[Turtle_n_Peeps]

I replaced mine years ago with just shoes. Big mistake. At that time I didn't know they sold the whole thing. My magnets were shot also. When you buy it piece meal it gets expensive.

You can put a wire nut on it like I did or buy fancy weatherhead connectors and put them on. Or just twist and tape them up. I have had luck with all 3.