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A brake drum is really important and is the main mechanism that is used when you press the brake. Basically, it stops the vehicle by pressing a giant board against the wheel, causing fiction and stopping the car.
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What is the purpose of a drum brake?
The purpose of a drum brake is to come to a complete stop with any veichle that may have drum brakes in the rear of the car.
Car shudders when breaking?
Probably have a warped or out of round brake rotor or brake drum.
Is brake pads on the front or back of the car?
brake pads can either be on the front or rear of a car... it all depends on if it has disc or drum brakes on the rear... drum brakes have shoes not pads
What is the function of brake drum in brake system?
The brake drum is the part which applies friction to the tire and allows your car to stop. It is a very important component of your braking system and should be maintained.
How will a car drive with weak drum brake return springs?
The car will drive fine but the rear brake shoes may drag on the drum. This will quickly wear out the rear brake shoes, hurt you fuel mileage, and cause a loss of power. Replace the springs.
How do you take brake drum off of club car golf cart?
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How do you repair drum brake on 1994 gmc sierra?
Brake drums can be resurfaced by turning the brake drum in a brake drum lathe. When the brake drum has deep grooves in it, it cannot be repaired.
What is the function of a drum brake?
A drum brake is a brake that uses friction caused by a set of shoes or pads that press against a rotating drum-shaped part called a brake drum. The term drum brake usually means a brake in which shoes press on the inner surface of the drum.
What is the function of a drum?
A drum brake is a brake that uses friction caused by a set of shoes or pads that press against a rotating drum-shaped part called a brake drum. The term drum brake usually means a brake in which shoes press on the inner surface of the drum.
When you brake your car makes a knocking noise at the back right of the car?
With rear drum brake:-The brake drum may be out of round or may have a rust spot in it. -The brake drum may be cracked.With rear disc brake:-The brake disc may have extreme lateral runout or be mounted improperly. -The brake disc may be cracked. This would be dangerous-Combination of soft brake pads and a directional finish on the disc surface. A directional finish may go away with use and take the noise with it.Regardless of brake type:A brake disc or drum mounted to a bent hub flange or bent axle shaft can cause this noise.
Can a servo brake freeze up?
The parking brake or brake cable can seize, or the shoes can rust to the drum if the car has not moved in a very long time.
How do you replace rear brake pads on 2004 town car?
They have drum brakes there is no pad
