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Re: Brake problem

Subject: Re: Brake problem
From: Malcolm Walker <walker05@camosun.bc.ca>
Date: Wed, 4 Aug 1999 18:54:28 -0700 (PDT)
Cc: Patrick Bitton <pbitton@axess.com>, Triumph <triumphs@autox.team.net>
On Wed, 4 Aug 1999, Michael Marr wrote:

> I'm not familiar with the TR6 back brakes, but I am assuming they are close
> to the TR3A's.  First, make sure that the shoes have been put on the right
> way round (I don't think you can put them on backwards/upside down, but its
> worth checking).  Second, make sure they are centered - tap them backwards
> and forwards while you offer up the drum until it slips on.  Last, and MOST
> IMPORTANT, make sure the brake adjustors are backed all the way off,
> especially if you have relined the brake shoes.  This is the most likely
> cause of your problem.

The TR6 back brakes *are* the same as the TR3A, to my knowledge... and
just to add to the list o' things to check- make sure that the shoes are
seated all the way down, sometimes they have to "click" into a recession
before you can get the drum on.

However, my money's on the adjuster.

-Malcolm
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