MB brake drum change
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MB brake drum change
Has anyone used the later model brake drum that mounts on the outer side of the wheel flange? I think this change was made on the M38 and CJ models. Looks like a simple modification. Would make access to the brakes easier. JimT
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Re: MB brake drum change
This is depressing. Post has been up for a week and had no comments. Has anyone ever thought about this? Jim T
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Re: MB brake drum change
I think you'll find most people in here are more interested in 100% originality rather than serviceability
and as far as I can tell its a fairly simple job.
it might require new wheel studs as part of the process, but im not sure
and as far as I can tell its a fairly simple job.
it might require new wheel studs as part of the process, but im not sure
if you try to fail and succeed, what have you done?
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Re: MB brake drum change
There are mumerous posts about it, some within the last 6 months, have u used the search feature?
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Re: MB brake drum change
Thank you Mugginsmoo and Adam for your input. I tried the search engine first but 10K + hits was too much to fish through, I must be asking the wrong question. I removed the 'shoulder' on the threaded studs before pressing them out--and was able to reuse them. The M38/CJ2A brake drums fit and match the brake backing plate nicely. I did not drill and tap the Hub for the 3 retainer screws-- I used the flat stamped nuts (retainers) to hold the drum in place until the wheel is installed; as seen on newer cars. Once the job is finished you would have to get down and close to see that it is not stock. Jim T
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Re: MB brake drum change
simply type in brake drum in the search box in the tec forum,, 97 results,, on page 2 for a start
viewtopic.php?f=10&t=235821&p=1384449&h ... s#p1384449
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viewtopic.php?f=10&t=235821&p=1384449&h ... s#p1384449
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