Sometimes brake shoes with oversized linings are available for such occasions. You might inquire at the dealer or perhaps they could recommend someone who re-lines shoes locally. I have had it done for odd imports I owned in the past. Drive Safely & Good Luck Ken Lewis<K-ville,NC> 86 VW Transporter Double Cab Pickup 60 Porsche T-5 Coupe 85 VW GL Vanagon<Elvis>lives again! On Tue, 24 Feb 1998 03:23:01 -0700 Maureen Spuhler >To All: > >My rear drums don't hold the Vanagon on a grade when using the hand brake.The linings are at 50%. Without out pulling the drums I would guess the drums have been turned beyond their limits. _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866] |
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