Stuck Brake Drum

[mike634]

My right side brake drum on my M1028 has gotten the best of me. Axle shaft is out and the locking ring is removed. E brake is off. The wheel would not move by hand when I started on it. The adjuster is frozen and I am letting it soak overnight in PB blast. I was able to work it where I can turn the drum to the rear by hand but not forward. It feels like the shoes are holding it on the top. I can move the bottom slightly when I pull on the drum. Anyone have any Ideas????

 

[cucvrus]

My right side brake drum on my M1028 has gotten the best of me. Axle shaft is out and the locking ring is removed. E brake is off. The wheel would not move by hand when I started on it. The adjuster is frozen and I am letting it soak overnight in PB blast. I was able to work it where I can turn the drum to the rear by hand but not forward. It feels like the shoes are holding it on the top. I can move the bottom slightly when I pull on the drum. Anyone have any Ideas????

I have cut the nail heads on the back side of the backing plate. Also used a slide hammer on the hub. That is a whatever it takes job. Another reason I always replace hardware and lube or replace self adjusters that don't move freely. Can you keep the back end jacked up and spin the drum with the power train? I mean what ever it takes is the only good answer. Good Luck. Have a Great Day and Be Safe.

 

[ehuppert]

Last time wheel cylinders checked???? May be full of muck and with brakes adjusted properly and unable to back off is not letting you get past outer rust/wear ridge.

 

[Sharecropper]

Have you considered installing rear disc brakes?

 

[cucvrus]

Try removing the bleeder. That may let off on the pressure. I think the Ebrake may have some tension. Good Luck.

 

[mike634]

Have not had a chance to get back to fighting with it. I did pop the nail heads with no luck. The wheel cylinders are not more than 2 years old. I did open the bleeder and removed the brake line. I might try a hydraulic spreader to force it off if I can borrow one from work for the day.

 

[mike634]

After a lot of pulling and prying it's off. CUCVRUS was right. Whatever it takes is the best way to get it off.

 

[cucvrus]

I must do jobs like that on a daily basis. What ever it takes to get it done. And may I add with out risk of injury or loss of valuable parts. I see guys beat steering wheels off with hammers. That is NOT a what ever it takes situation. they have tools for that. Get the point? Be Safe and thoughtful. One wrong hit and the whole project is wasted. Good Job.