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Old Dec 29, 2005 | 09:42 PM
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Default adjusting rear drums?

how do you do this? ive only done it on F150s and dont know if it is any different.
 
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Old Dec 30, 2005 | 02:43 AM
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At the bottom of each backing plate is a rubber plug. Pull them out and use a small scredriver to spin the adjuster.
 
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Old Dec 30, 2005 | 12:27 PM
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You can also get a brake tool kit. I picked one up years ago, makes working on brakes much easier. Has a combination tool that is used to remove and install all the springs in the drum, another tool to remove that pesky retainer spring, and a small crowbar looking one that is used to adjust the brakes from the access port. It is curved just right to make short work of it, although a screwdriver will work in a pinch.
 
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