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Ford Drum Brakes - How To Install 11-Inch Rear Drum Brakes



 Drum Brake Installation New Gasket
10 Chuck installs the new gasket between the backing plate and axle flange.
 Drum Brake Installation Axle Flange
11 Also clean the axle-retainer flange.
 Drum Brake Installation New Assembly
12 Next, the new Master Power 11-inch drum-brake assembly is positioned as shown.
 Drum Brake Installation Brake Cable
13 Parking-brake cable transfer is easy. To disconnect the cable from the old brake, depress the retainer fingers. The cable attaches here after it penetrates the brake backing plate.
 Drum Brake Installation Axle Shaft
14 Next, install a new gasket...
 Drum Brake Installation Axle Shaft
...and reinstall the axle shaft.
 Drum Brake Installation Lock Nuts
15 Run the locknuts down to 30-40 lb-ft. Chuck snugs them here with an air impact.
 Drum Brake Installation Space Adaptor
16 You're going to need this indexing spacer/adaptor for proper drum alignment. This piece isn't included in the kit, but it's available from Master Power Brakes or most automotive supply stores. Don't operate your Mustang without it.
 Drum Brake Installation Install Drums
17 Finally, install the drums.
 Drum Brake Installation Bleed Brakes
18 Once the brake line is installed, flush and bleed the brake system.

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