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Old Nov 17, 2002 | 02:06 PM
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I am the proud owner of a 1968 F-250 Camper Speical. I need a new brake drum for the front. At the local parts soter nietehr one of thier numbers match what I have. Did Frod do something strange with this truck or has it been changed. I need all the help I can get on this. Thank you very much.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2002 | 07:24 PM
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Just a heads up if you have a pressed on drum, read previous posts here about studs, drums, the press fit, and one person losing a wheel.
 
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Old Nov 20, 2002 | 08:30 PM
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To replace a front brake drum on my 70 f100 i just took the wheel bearing out i never touched the studs
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1978 F-150 Custom turned into a dune buggy 300-I6 4 speed
Im a typical teen, i just have to change it!
 
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Old Nov 21, 2002 | 05:24 AM
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Old Nov 21, 2002 | 07:40 AM
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On a old truck, I would replace both drums and the wheel bearings, shoes, brake cylinders and rubber brake lines. If all these parts are in good order, I would look for a part number on the other drum. Check with other parts suppliers and try using a newer year model when you are talking to the counter person. I usually lie and ask for parts for a 79 F150. 90% of the stuff fits just fine.
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