Archived Rear Brake replacement HELP!

[WayneIlfrey]

Rear break replacement HELP!

I am trying to replace my rear breaks right now and I need assistance. I have a 91 250 automatic and Im not sure how to remove the drum from the rear to get to the breaks. Do I have to remove the 8 bolts that hold the axle shaft? I cant seem to get it off any other way, but I dont want to pull that shaft out until I know for sure.

My clymer manual doesent show this type of rear break type, it only shows a more traditional rear drum system.

Any help would be appreciated.



Thanks

 

[dodgenstein]

You have to remove the axle,then remove a small wedge,then remove the spindle nut (uses a special 2 9/16 rounded corner socket).

 

[WayneIlfrey]

Thanks for the info dodgestein,

Are you saying that a normal 2 9/16 socket will NOT work?

If not where can I get one that will?

Thanks

 

[dodgenstein]

At least onthe 93's, the corners are rounded off,so a special socket is used(unless you prefer the chisel method). I believe my socket was made by OTC.

 

[B.G. Smith]

Socket

I have one of the sockets I think. It is a formed socket and has a strap welded across the back with a square drive hole for ratchet etc. bg

 

[Jetson]

I'm glad I have a newer model truck, I would hate to have to remove the hub just to get the brake drum off.

 

[Phil Stuart]

Brake drum removal

Originally posted by Jetson

I'm glad I have a newer model truck, I would hate to have to remove the hub just to get the brake drum off.

I agree with Jetson,



I would think that using a hammer and rapping on the sides of the drum a few times would loosen it up I thought the older models had Dana axles?Is it full floating?If so you shouldn't have to remove the axle shaft bolts just to get the drum off. Sounds like a real PITA!



The hub nut socket you all are referring to is used when you have to remove the whole hub/bearing assembly.



Phil

 

[dpuckett]

Wayne,



Yes you have to pull the axle shafts, then remove the nut. The sockets are available at Carquest, NAPA, etc. I think I paid abou t$20 for mine.

Our trucks have full floating axles with inboard drums. I had an 88 ford with full floating axles, but OUTBOARD drums. Much easier. Full floating has to do with the axle shaft not bearing any vehicle weight. Inboard refers to the drums being on the inside or outside of the hub assembly. If you have the money, consider an EGR rear brake conversion. Last longer, easier to get to, more consistent stopping power. Not that I know from personal experience, but I have driven a few 01. 5s with the EGRs and disks



Daniel

 

[EricBu12]

Wayne,

Forgive me for pointing it out and I don't want you to feel dumb, I've made typing errors but the Brakes is spelled like I just did, not Breaks. Unless you are making a funny about your equipment



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