1965 STOCK DRUM brake problem HELP!!!!!

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Dec 25, 2008 | 03:03 PM

Eston Newbern

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1965 STOCK DRUM brake problem HELP!!!!!

I'll be brief
Truck sat for 5 years without moving

I replaced
ALL shoes
ALL wheel cylinders
Master cylinder
The REAR wheel cylinders are NOT retracting AFTER letting OFF the pedal, brakes remain ON.

I have NOT yet pulled the front drums to see if I have the same problem.

I was told the RUBBER/FLEX hose going FROM the metal line to the junction ( at rear ) was the problem< I replaced that and still have the problem.

What is the function of the line on the junction that has a rubber line going up to frame? Is it a bleeder?

ANY suggestions? I really don't have the $$ to tow it to a shop, I have purchased the front hoses to put on latter.

HELP

Thanks Guys
Joel in GA

Dec 25, 2008 | 03:06 PM

NumberDummy

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Eston Newbern

What is the function of the line on the junction that has a rubber line going up to frame? Is it a bleeder?
Joel in GA

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It's the vent for the rear axle.

I'll let those that are mechanically inclined help you with the brake problem.

Dec 25, 2008 | 04:53 PM

Jigsaw

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The spring that connects the primary shoe to the secondary shoe is supposed to pull the shoes back together and away from the drum. Perhaps it is too weak or improperly installed.

Dec 25, 2008 | 06:16 PM

Customcab

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Most auto parts store sell the spring kits for the brakes (kit includes pair) ,minus e-brake asscessories for around $6.00. Check with you local parts stores.

Dec 26, 2008 | 11:49 AM

GLR

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Emergency brake cable sticking? or need adjustment? Backing plate lubricated where shoes make contact? Check again with emerg. brake linkage disconnected to see if shoes go back to where they belong.

Dec 26, 2008 | 05:48 PM

drof46

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Since you replaced everything logical, I would say to make sure you put it all back correctly. Also while adjusting the brakes I assume you didn't tighten up the adjuster all the way. I don't know your skill level, but when putting it all back together did you use the adjuster to get the pads close to the drum before pumping the brakes? If you made the caliper do all the adjusting it might have caused a problem. E-cable shouldn't be an issue unless it is rusty and you pulled it and it won't release.

later

Dec 26, 2008 | 06:54 PM

Opossum

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All the above posts are good advice, if after all that is checked it still will not retract see if they will retract when you open the bleeder, if the line is restricted opening the bleeder will releive the fluid pressure and they should retract.