In a message dated 98-08-11 22:49:37 EDT, ehretrm@SEANET.COM writes: << On my 90 Vanagon Syncro, do I have to remove the rear wheel hub, as indicated in Bentley, page 46.6, to replace brake shoes, wheel cylinders and all the brake hardware? Any recommendations on brake shoes? I have a Westy, carry weight and drive mountains. Thank you. Since I am presently signed off, please respond directly to my e-mail address above. Roger Ehret, Gig Harbor, WA >> Hi Roger, you absolutely do not have to remove that big nut on the hub. Just back off the adjusting stars in the rear of drums through that hole in the back, on top. I believe there's also a small bolt to remove in the middle of the drum. Then slide the drums off and go at it. No problem from there on. When appart, clean the threads on the adjusters and pay attention to how they work. When you are done with the work, before you put the wheels on, the finall adjustment is to turn those stars to push the shoes against the drums, then back them off just slightly so there's no resistance. Bugs are the same. Good luck. Michael Modl 87 syncro 87 quattro. |
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