> I had planned
> to just replace the original shims between the hub/backplate
> and rear axle,
> but with new paint on both sides of the brake backplate, I'm
> wondering if it
> will affect the required shim thickness.
My suggestion would be to recheck the end play and adjust the shim pack if
necessary. A cheap dial indicator and magnetic stand is less than $20 from
Enco
http://www.use-enco.com
P/N BS505-1848, currently on sale for $16.95
http://www.use-enco.com/CGI/INPDFF?PMKANO=17&PMPAGE=41&PARTPG=INLMPA
> How easily should the wheel cylinder slide in the
> slot?
If you can tap it around with a hammer, it's OK, IMO.
> 3. Lastly, I replaced the return springs on the brake shoes.
> My manual
> shows both springs fitting under the brake shoes, but when I
> disassembled my
> brakes, the spring on the adjuster side was on top of the shoes.
Not certain, but I believe both springs should be under the shoes. The
spring for the adjuster side has a long straight section where it goes past
the adjuster.
Randall
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