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  1. 06-21-2010, 03:18 PM #1
    jerzia
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    Adjusting drum brakes

    When adjusting drum brakes with the star wheel, are they correct when the shoes just touch when rotating, or should you go a bit farther?
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    #2 06-21-2010, 03:48 PM

    Re: Adjusting drum brakes (jerzia)

    That is how I adjust mine, going further will cause more drag, heat, and wear on the linings.
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