How To Maximize Drum Brakes Self Adjusters
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One of the biggest culprits in poor brake performance is self-adjusters that don't work correctly. Star wheel adjusters should have clean threads with a thin film of high temperature grease. Teeth should be well defined so the adjusting lever engages and moves the star wheel when you back up and brake. The star wheel should turn in a direction where shoes move outward toward drum. View Related Article
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