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Re: tool for adjusting TR6 drum brakes ?

To: John Wiseman <queueman@bigdog.ads-oh.atg.titan.com>
Subject: Re: tool for adjusting TR6 drum brakes ?
From: Paul Burr <tigerpb@ids.net>
Date: Fri, 14 Feb 1997 14:47:21 +0000
Cc: triumphs@Autox.Team.Net
References: <3304A523.4ACA@bigdog.ads-oh.atg.titan.com>
John; I use an open end wrench, 5/16" if I recall. The adjuster should
turn with easy hand pressure. If not, they're gunked up. Take off the
drum, and soak with some penetrating oil from both sides of the
adjuster.
John Wiseman wrote:
> 
> Howdy
> 
> I am looking for the 'correct' tool to use with the read brake adjusters
> on my TR6.  Have been
> using vise grips ( on No ) but don't want to ruin them.  Is there a tool
> I can get at a regular parts store (NAPA etc) for this adjustment ?
> 
> Any help would be appreciated
> 
> John Wiseman
> 76 TR6

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