2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission MUST I remove axles to replace brakes?

[Gifford]

I understand why with a floating axle that you must remove the axle to get the brake drum off (like on my old Chevy) but I can get the drums off pretty easy on my dana 70 so why do people find it necessary to remove axles when replacing shoes?

 

[SEmerson]

My drums come off ater the wheels. Maybe thay are just stuck.

 

[hammersley]

You Don't

The drums simply come off - back off the adjustor - hit her a few times with a hammer - you know the routine - off they come - BTW - I have 127,000 and my rear shoes are at 75%.

 

[roadking]

if its the first time you are removing drums did you remove the star washers on the studs?

 

[willyslover]

"I have 127,000 and my rear shoes are at 75%. "... suggest you adjust them. . they aren't touching ... ... LOL [just kidding]