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brake adjusting tool

jesusgatos

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What's the preferred tool and method to adjust the brakes on the M939 series trucks? The manuals are not too specific, and we were in a pinch, so removed the inspections covers and used a screwdriver. Would just like to be better prepared next time.
 

Floridianson

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I would use the Red screwdriver not the Blue one. The star wheel adjusting tool has two different angles to get into tight places only if needed.
 
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Al Harvey

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If this is what your looking for it is generally called a brake adjustment gauge. Here is one I have for cars. Not sure if a car one would be big enough for the deuce (haven't tried yet). They use to be used a lot with drums but not as much anymore.
 

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