Date:         Thu, 18 Mar 1999 09:23:28 -0700
Reply-To:     Larry Hamm <ldhamm@XMISSION.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Larry Hamm <ldhamm@XMISSION.COM>
Subject:      Re: Frustrated with removal of Brake Drums
Comments: To: "Paul B." <vanagon99@YAHOO.COM>
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"Paul B." wrote:
>
> Hi everyone,
>
> After seeing the discussion about removal of the brake drums last week
> I decided to try and replace my rear brakes.  But I can not get the
> rear drums off!!

Paul,
Try squirting some WD40 around the base of the studs with the little
tube that comes with the can. Use plenty, as the object is to get the WD
to soak the rusty area between the drum and hub. Spray the stud at the
top, let it sit for a bit, then rotate the drum to get a new stud at the
top, repeat. Sometimes it helps to pull out on the top of the drum as
you spray, since it can make a bit more space for the WD to penetrate.
If you need more persuasion, use a metal hammer gently around the
perimeter of the drum, also try a few good smacks in the center of the
drum face to help break the rust bond.
Larry