2005 Chevy Silverado Single Spring Rear Brakes (Brake Shoes Drum and Wheel Cylinder Replacement)

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Just another quick video showing how to change the rear brake shoes and brake wheel cylinder on a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado Z 71 Off Road Truck. I disconnected the parking brake cable at the wheel as you see in the video, but you can also disconnect the small section of the Parking Cable below the truck to give yourself more slack to make this connection at the brake lever easier.
There's a few specialty tools made for these Single Spring type of brakes. I was able to pry this spring back in using a screwdriver and long handled needle nose pliers. The links above are for a couple of the specialty tools made by Lisle.
I also got lucky and was able to use a small socket (don't remember what size) that kind of fit on the torx bolt on the wheel cylinder, but the correct tool is an E8 Reverse Torx socket. Also called Female Star sockets. I picked up a set for cheap on Amazon, and I have used it a few times on different jobs already.
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[@jodenc]

Great video. Thank you for spending the time to record this and upload it!

[@RJacobs8907]

Thank you so much for this video dan! I've never replaced drum brakes before so you can imagine I'm a little weary of changing them. This video should make it a breeze! Great video!!

[@cutlasscrazy6081]

Dan, thanks for the detailed video. It really helped. Good camera placement. I saw everything. My wheel flew off on the same side and your skills helped me get back on the road to the repair shop without needing a tow. Thanks from Cutlasscrazy84 in Michigan.

[@joewatson5593]

Incredible video. I depend on this kind of content on KZbin for help doing work that I’m ignorant about so it’s great to see someone else do it first. Thanks for putting this out!

[@Texantelidi]

Thanks for all of the information. I just did mine after watching your video. It was still a pain, but your video made it a lot easier. Whoever the Engineer was that designed that U shaped retainer spring should be tarred & feathered and placed over a hot fire. I noticed you skipped over installing it back. I'm sure your words were similar to mine, and wouldn't aline with youtube's user agreement.

[@michaelbennett1883]

🤘🤘🤘

[@alexnunez8909]

Took me 20 minutes before i gave up and then looked at the video made so much easier. That dam snap ring ahhhhhh!

[@ridered7262]

Thanks Dan, I had my drums turned and put new pads on today but took it for a test drive the pedal almost goes to floor and I have pumped the heck out of it. When I put drums on I was told adjust them to only when you hear the pad scrape just a little bit. On your video it looked much tighter. I think I need to go your route.

[@davemallas5284]

You were a great help today. Changing my brake shoes went well thanks to your video. The tip of putting a vise grip on the parking brake cable was super helpful.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thanks for the nice comment Dave, Glad to hear it helped you! Take care, Dan the Fix it Man

[@fcamtero]

Great video. my humble opinion clean all the inside before assembling New parts other than that thumbs up 👍

[@mccoybyz1099]

My grandfather used to always say you can tell how much a man knows about something by how simple and with few words he can describe and explain how something works or is done, you sir fit that description to the T! Great video easy to understand and I greatly appreciate your wisdom, the best part is if no one sees me watch your video I can claim it's just one more skill I possess in my vast knowledge and experience of life and all in it!! Lol!!

[@OnlyNotes]

Great video, right to the point! My U spring broke in half and was making the brakes drag and bind. Looks like it's an easy enough job.. spring's supposedly a 20-30 dollar part on it's own. This video's really helping, so thanks!

[@jefferygiles6079]

dan...you r the man!!!I thought my problem was in the front however, the inside of the left rear tire was soaked with brake fluid. I never did rear brakes before and without watching your video, I.d still be struggling with the hold down spring! Thanx again...your a lifesaver.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Jeffrey, Thank you so much for watching! Glad to hear my video helped you out! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@DanielCoe]

I like how you did the shoes, then the spring, then all the adjuster parts. I've got to try that because I've been fighting with these things all day. Dropping adjuster parts left and right. What a pain.

[@chevyman217]

The size of the two bolts he’s referring to, in aiding the process of removing drums is a 3/8.

[@ivanbustamante6011]

Ro Ro or a 13mm

[@MidwestPauly]

Mine is an M10

[@erod4489]

@@MidwestPauly my '05 chevy 1500 was a m10-1.50 pitch and had to use some at like 5inches

[@davidjones-mk7vp]

3/8-24 to be exact!

[@bobbybenn8822]

Great video. I did a brake job on a 2006 silverado and I had problems with that one piece hold down spring. I ended up destroying a wheel cylinder. I found a single spring brake tool by lisle, part number 50600 and that did the trick. 36 bucks at o'reilly auto parts was well worth it. hope this help someone. keep up the good work. thanks again

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thanks for watching, and thanks for the heads up and advice on that tool. I just updated the description with a link to purchase that tool from amazon.com. Looks like it would have been much easier with that tool. Thanks again, Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@c230benzito]

Great video👍🏼, thanks for taking the time to make it Dan. Ill be referring to this video as im doing my rear shoes and hopefully i can get it done. Thanks

[@DantheFixitMan]

+c230benzito Thank you, glad you liked my video. Good luck with your brakes. Thanks for watching! -Dan the fix it man

[@terencescott3957]

I just did my drums and shoes last night. Came here just for the wheel cylinder info. Seems simple enough.

[@johnleca]

Good job. Clear direct. Good visibiity of the work being done.

[@cjharris4945]

Bro you are effin awesome! The best at explaining your vids; you've saved me buckets of cash. Thankyou!!!!!

[@DantheFixitMan]

Cj, Thank you for watching, and for the nice comment. Glad to hear my videos are helping to save you money! Thanks again, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@coreywalls6243]

Really nice video. My 07 Malibu has this type of brakes, but I'm having a very rough time getting the spring back on. Every time I get it close on the 2nd shoe, it pops off the bottom tab and I'm back to square one.

[@kaylamarie8309]

Ah, the magic of fast forwarding a camera..makes it all look so easy! I have an '05 Chevy Silverado 1500 ext. cab long, bed and I did the rear brakes on it last year..what a bear! lol Great video and great tip on the locking pliers holding that spring cable. Seems like I recall resorting to running a piece of nylon string through the spring, tying it to the head of the cable and pulling it through to where it goes to get the job done. I'll be using the locking pliers next time. I'll also look for that spring pulling tool shaped like a screw driver. Good stuff! New sub :-)

[@MrShaneac1]

Wow you made that look super easy thanks a bunch.

[@dax1075]

Thanks man. Never done drum brakes with that big "W" spring and been fighting to get it on since my old one was broken and didn't quite understand how it went on. Here's a tip for the E-brake cable...on driver's side under the door you can easily disconnect the cables going to each wheel by hand so you're not fighting the spring tension when trying to install it.

[@larrykackley7456]

thank you was having real trouble with that single spring , you helped with that

[@jefferyreuben9259]

Thanks for showing how you pushed that spring back for the parking break......NOT! WHY DOES EVERYONE SKIP OVER THE MOST DIFFICULT PART OF THE JOB!!!!!!

[@milwaukeebiker]

The parking brake cable with the cover spring over it is supposed to be going through the loop in the big "W" spring mount directly below the axle bearing/seal.

[@ezskanken]

Doing this today on my 05’ Sierra. Thanks.

[@Marty09933]

nice video what's the name of that tool where can i get one the screwdriver looking tool with the treads

[@ralfkessler]

So it is a 12 point socket for the cylinder good info. Your vid is one of the better ones. Just my opinion.

[@fish4fun354]

I was quoted $230 to change my rear brakes on my 06 Silverado. These a bit more work to change than brake pads.

[@jimsummers575]

DAN- Great video but you need to post the part numbers!!! I have leaking cylinder on my '06 Silverado but need to know the AC Delco part numbers for drums and cylinders. Amazon is not accurate with part info.

[@dwayneyork4391]

great video my friend!!!!! that W spring on my brakes nearly kicked my a$$!! you make it look so easy!!! nicely done!!!

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thank you. :) I know, it can be a little tricky without the specialty tool, but glad to hear you got it done! Thanks for watching!

[@Yourshitswizeak]

@@DantheFixitMan I only skimmed the video, but that wasn't a new spring was it?

[@mr.keepitreal2200]

I just changed mine and here are some TIPs#1. The emergency brake cable has another connection on the drivers side(in front of the wheel-the 2 rear brake cables connect to 1 cable via a block) You can release the cable at that connecting point and it will allow more FREE CABLE to remove the old brake and install the new. Once the new brake is installed reattach the cable at connecting point. Do this 1 wheel at a time! TIP#2: Once you have the brakes completely back on- you should adjust them from the front using a screw driver and getting a snug fit when you put the drum on OR you can adjust the brakes with the drum on from behind the brake plate(special adjusting tool may be needed).TIP#3 If after the install you have a soft-spongy pedal, then you need to bleed your brakes.Most auto stores have a cheap ONE-MAN-BLEEDER-KIT.

[@homerdoggdogg4167]

thank u so much dan the fix it man ur video helped me so much today that is awesome of u to put this video on here thanks so much man.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thank you so much for the nice comment! Glad my video helped you out! Thanks again, Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@MrMakeme3]

great video! doing mine today. This helps alot!

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thank you, Best of luck to you! Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@californianor5450]

what size are the bolt... nice video

[@Chinotone85]

I am doing the same brake job. When putting the w clip back on the side with the parking brake, the shoe is loose and doesn't seem to be holding tight with the clip and almost like the clip is pulling it outwards. Any idea what would be causing this if the w clip is put in properly?

[@colinlloyd5438]

because you changed the cylinder when you bleed the brakes will you need a scanner to bleed the abs

[@rufusleers]

Does that truck have the hydro boost brake system?

[@sammythebull2240]

Great video , doing mine this is my guide. Thanks.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thanks Sammy, Best of luck to you. Take care, -Dan the Fix it man

[@YouTubeStudio101]

Thank you including the drum adjustment tip of two full revolutions. It was exactly the tip I needed. I have a question though...anyone please respond if you are a qualified mechanic: My brakes were also wore down, metal to metal and recessed some of the drum casing (and required a new wheel cylinder as well), If I am not able to purchase a new drum at this time, will my brakes still work once they are put?

[@jamesavery6671]

Yeah front brakes do most of the braking anyway

[@DantheFixitMan]

Chinotone85, It may be that the W spring is not set all the way back on the inner ledge of the bottom of the backing plate, or that the bottom metal part of the shoe is not seated on the back side of the support from the backing plate. Sometimes the parking brake cable gets in the way of the W spring seating properly if it's not pushed all the way back.

[@bradleyduncan8919]

Hey Dan....well done sir, Question would this be the same set up on my 2006 GMC Serria-4dr 2wh dr.....and when adjusting the tention am I turn away from or towards me

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Bradley, Thank you. Yes, this should be the same or very similar to a 2006 GMC Sierra. When looking at the star wheel adjustment rod, you can easily verify the direction of the threads to be sure, but I think the top should spin away from you to tighten. Once you have everything back together, it should only spin one direction because the locking tab prevents it from spinning the other way. If you turn it too far and can't get the drum on, you can push the metal tab away from the star wheel enough to spin it back the other direction. Thanks for watching! Best of luck to you. -Dan the Fix it Man

[@RDHooligan-317]

Thanks for not just bs-in straight to the point

[@tashabassett548]

What can you use if you don't have bolts?

[@thomasfielden1810]

I changed the rear pads - drum & e brake set as in the video. Now my emergency brake isn't holding as it did before the new pads Any advice as to adjusting the E Brake with this set up? Thanks.

[@azhogan83]

I'm about to do my rear brakes on a 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500 is this the identical process?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Israel, yes it is the same. Thanks for watching and good luck! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@natesnathan1]

What size bolts to pull the hub?????

[@Nic-xq1bt]

Where did you place the jack on the rear?

[@shoppcilla6997]

How’d you get the parking brake in there

[@jimmybones341]

Thanks for the help!!!

[@shad3654]

What size are those bolts

[@Papisartee]

Did you make a how to bleed video

[@XEdgarjahazielX]

Great Job, You sure make it look easy!

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thanks Edgar, Good luck, and thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@edwardthayer9386]

Great video!!!!

[@pughconsulting]

Should grease the contract points. Can't spray brake cleaner on everything if you had greased them. It may not make any difference but it might squeak or creak later.

[@jimbo16720]

Never put grease or oil anywhere around brakes, if it gets on shoes hang on.

[@danielconant3876]

Hey man I got everything done but my brakes go to the floor. I've tried bleeding them again and still doesn't fix it . Do you have any suggestions to what it could be.

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Daniel, Usually that is caused by air in the system, or a very bad leak. I would try bleeding them again, and verify that you got all of the air out of the system. There are lots of videos on here on how to bleed brakes with different methods etc. What method of bleeding did you use to bleed them?

[@Papisartee]

That parking brake kicks my ass 🤣🤣

[@matthewanderson3631]

There a splitter for the parking brakes you made it 10 times harder, its located roughly right beside the gas tank on the outside the frame it allows you to give your self slack

[@scottlavalle560]

which way on the star wheel up or down?

[@Ric19041]

Thanks for the good video you explained everything fairly easy👍🏼 now time to change some brakes!

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thank you for watching, and for the nice comment. Best of luck to you! Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@KcChaos26]

Any idea on what sizes bolts to pull the drum off??

[@chevyman217]

Kodi Centers 3/8 bolt 3”

[@albertcaissie5892]

Whats the screw handle called if looking for one

[@zanehobbs1166]

Hey Dan quick question for you, on my 05 silverado z71 sometimes at low speeds in a parking lot or when I am coming off the freeway my brake pedal will pulsate as if it's fighting being pushed down and make a grinding humming noise...any ideas?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Zane, Usually a pulsating brake pedal means warped front brake rotors, but at low speeds if it is really pushing back it may be a problem with your ABS system. I would probably start with the rotors, - at least take off the wheel and see how they look etc.. Good luck, and thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@billdarling8459]

Dan the Fix it Ma

[@juanmendoza8193]

great video. this will surely make it easier to change the breaks on my Chevy. i have a question , where did you buy the drum and brakes ?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Juan, Sorry to get back to you so late. I think I picked up the drum and the brake shoes at O'reilly auto parts. Thanks again for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@Teewayne]

Thank you very informational video

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thank you for watching! Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@darrenhicks94]

What size socket is used for the wheel cylinder?? E7 or E8?

[@DantheFixitMan]

It’s an E8. Thx!

[@raymartinez230]

what kind the tool is that do you use to hold the spring

[@DantheFixitMan]

+Ray Martinez If you're talking about holding the cable back to install the parking brake spring, that's just needle nose vise grips, if you are talking about the tool used to remove the spring for the brake adjustment tab, it's just called a brake spring tool. I don't remember where I got it, but I found a similar one on ebay look for Lisle 45100 Brake spring tool. Thanks for watching!

[@thegunnerthegunner8853]

can I lift a silverado with a 2 1/2 ton jack then put stands?

[@DantheFixitMan]

I used a 3 ton jack, but I think a 2 1/2 would have no problem at all. And Yes, make sure you use the jack stands to support it as well while working. Be safe, and best of luck to you! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@alexsanchez-sn9ik]

Witch way do I turn the thing in the back to adjust the brake

[@DantheFixitMan]

I am pretty sure that you want to pry the star wheel up from the back, but I don’t remember for sure on this one. If you can take off the drum and look at the threads on the adjuster, you should be able to figure it out. Basically, you want to expand the length by turning the threads outwards to make the adjuster longer. Best of luck to you! Thanks for watching, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@ralfkessler]

Yo all of these vid say with the two bolts the drum will POP OFF --WRONG --On my 2006 I had to pry and beat the drum and both did come off in time. NOW I have to change one wheel cylinder. I really do expect any reply but 1st I worked around machines ALL my life so I follow instructions when given .

[@Amustangguy89]

I had to take a dang air hammer to mine to get it off. Luckily I am replacing everything.

[@LowTechLinux]

Thank you

[@mauriciohernandezreyes2189]

Can someone help me,the spring bcame out and it's making noise I don't know what to do.

[@billhopson5629]

Hey Dan, I'm sure someone within this thread some time ago, might have asked what is the name of the tool that you used to take off the little spring. I've looked and had no luck finding such a tool. Can you please tell me the name of that tool?? Thanks Bill

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Bill, It’s similar to this one from Lisle. The one I have doesn’t have a brand name on it. Lisle 45100 Brake Spring Tool: amzn.to/3CvCOD6 Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@billhopson5629]

@@DantheFixitMan Thank you Sir for the reply back... I was afraid that since this video was posted so long ago that the thread would have been dead. I just bought the tool!! Again thanks a lot!! Bill

[@Papisartee]

Is there any problem if i adjust the drums before bleeding the brakes ?

[@DantheFixitMan]

No, it will still bleed just fine, and it shouldn’t matter for adjustment

[@Billyboy4209]

So Dan if my brakes are ok and it's just a bad cylinder would I still have to take the brakes all the way down Or will the cylinder be able to come out with out taking the shoes off you think?i hate messing with drum brakes. So if I can get away with it I would love lol

[@DantheFixitMan]

+Mila, if the wheel cylinder failed and is leaking brake fluid, it's most like on your brake shoes and they should definitely be replaced along with the wheel cylinder. That being said, you may be able to get the wheel cylinder out without taking everything apart, but I have never tried it. Good luck to you. Thanks for watching! -Dan the fix it man

[@Billyboy4209]

+Dan the Fix it Man thanks for the fast reply.

[@Frank-eg4mw]

​@@DantheFixitMan what if the cylinder spring and piece of metal fell out and started leaking oil but I but it all back together will it be ok? Or do I need a new cylinder?

[@DantheFixitMan]

@@Frank-eg4mw To be safe, I would recommend replacing it. They’re pretty inexpensive. You might get lucky if you want to chance it after putting it back together. It really depends on what you want to risk. If you do decide to just put it all back together I would check it after a week or so to check to see if the seals are still holding, if it is leaking, then replace the wheel cylinder. If it were me, since you’re already in there and have it taken apart, I would just grab a new one and replace it now. Thanks for watching! Dan the Fix it Man

[@Frank-eg4mw]

@Dan the Fix it Man bud just saw this late and had already but it all Back together thanks so much bud!! I'm having difficulty with E Brake not holding/functionality like it was I'm list and don't know what I did wrong model 2005 Silerado 4wd 5.3 Z71 drums in back???

[@mikew7561]

What's the bolt threads#?

[@ca724]

Is this the same for a 2006 chevy Silverado 1500? Rwd

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Ramon, It is most likely the same, but you can confirm with your vin number with most parts stores. Some models have rear disc brakes. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@jacobreyes6094]

What size bolts do u need to get to take the drum off?

[@DantheFixitMan]

I think I used M10 x 1.0, but I think 3/8" bolts work as well. Thanks for Watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@jacobreyes6094]

Dan the Fix it Man I picked up a m10 bolt will try it tomorrow thanks for responding

[@jamalalhabsi5649]

Thanks men

[@jimbo16720]

The only thing I do different is before I slide the drum on I turn the self adjusters from the inside till the drum just has no play but still slides on. Much easier adjusting without going in from the back.

[@rpeace05ify]

I love how u edited out the part where u had to fight that bastard w spring back on the hub clip ...the socket for that screw on the back is an E7

[@DantheFixitMan]

Thanks for the socket info, I ordered a 10 pc set of the Female Star sockets amazon.com for $10 for the next time I have to do this job. It looks like they are also called reverse torx bits. And yes, the spring was not easy. Take care, -Dan the Fix it Man

[@jorgecampos573]

What kind of socket is that ??

[@DantheFixitMan]

The correct socket to use is an E8 Reverse Torx socket. Also called Female Star sockets. I picked up a set for cheap on Amazon, and I have used it a few times on different jobs already. amzn.to/3KBq4hX Thanks for watching!

[@620guitar9]

Holy shit never seen an 05 that clean. Then again ilive in the northeast

[@Papisartee]

5:57 what happen to the new cylinder

[@derickmitchell5521]

i have a 07 chevy silverado 1500, is this how i will do mine?

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Derick, Yes, this is the same (or very similar for 2005-2012). Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@derickmitchell5521]

+Dan the Fix it Man so what do i have to do after put all back together? adjust them???

[@DantheFixitMan]

Yes, the video shows how towards the end. Good luck, Dan the Fix it Man

[@albertogarcia6348]

Why did you not clean the back of the brake area

[@danielnowicki917]

Man I so don't like this design! I have a 2005 z71 I'm used to squarebody rear drums! Thanks for the video your way better at this than I am !

[@fish4fun354]

9:32 How are you suppose to set that?

[@DantheFixitMan]

+Welder Nate the thereaded adjustment rod just sets on the inside notches of the new brake shoes. It can be adjusted after you have sll the springs back on and in place. Thanks for watching!

[@fish4fun354]

Dan the Fix it Man Yeah but are you suppose to tighten it hard or just finger tight?

[@DantheFixitMan]

+Welder Nate If you watch the video at 12:00 min I explain that I tighten that from the back through the access slot with the tire back on until you can spin it as hard as you can and it will spin two full revolutions before stopping. Thanks for watching!

[@novak5300]

Wish GM would have kept the nail and spring set up to keep the shoes on the backing plate!! That W spring is a pain compared!!

[@chrismcneal7410]

Why don't you show how long it really takes to put the retention spring back on? It takes a lot of force

[@klg1001]

Good information but I find the video quality is lacking for trying to see the smaller details

[@artsisneroz6688]

Question for anybody. Is the car in neutral and E brake off???? Thank you

[@DantheFixitMan]

Hi Art, Yes, that’s correct. The Parking/emergency brake needs to be off or the drum won’t come off. Having it in Neutral also helps spin the wheels when adjusting the brake shoes. Thanks for watching! -Dan the Fix it Man

[@artsisneroz6688]

@@DantheFixitMan thank you brother. I had to test it on the road 2 hour drive up n 2 hour drive back. (Daughter needed my spare fridge.) Happy New Year. "YOU'RE THE MAN!" Thank you I was a lil afraid the truck was gonna roll as I had a lil jack and two Jack stands. (Jack was to short. Improvise, Adapt and Overcome!

[@charlielove1872]

Make it look easy lol. The spring is easier to mess with if you unhook the the e break on the other side of the bed right in the middle.

[@alphacapo]

THEXTON 832 GM BRAKE SPRING TOOL. its 80 bucks but its worth it. Sell it when your done

[@steves5355]

My w spring keeps popping off the hub place I understand why everybody's want to do this conversions on these I'd rather go back to the 78 Monty with the spring retention clips that it had w springs a joke

[@Airmanmx1]

Hard to decide my feedback, I was thought by professionals at academies and dealerships to never spray pads or shoes with brake cleaner

[@scrwblll]

that applies to the standard semi-metalic pads/shoes, but is not an issue with ceramic pads. Always spray the old stuff before removing since it doesn't matter, spray and clean off the entire area before putting new pads/shoes on, but once installed, never spray the shoes/pads. Also never spray inside the caliper as it can eat away at the rubber around the piston(s).

[@donaldgalaz4513]

never use the bolt drum removal method with shoes not worn completely (in this case it was) if the drum has a lip you will crack the wheel cylinder piston that aligns the shoe and a new wheel cylinder will have to be installed unless you roll the dice or like to live dangerously like Austin Powers....

[@jeffseidel4249]

Did not show the pain of the E brake spring. Thanks.

[@sammythebull2240]

Jeff Seidel how bad is it? Compress retaining spring then compress the e brake spring and push e brake wire through, right? Doing mine tomorrow so any insight is great

[@jeffseidel4249]

sammy mangini Got it figured. Pull the cable all the way out with vise grips and use another pair on the end near the backing plate to hold then slide it on. He just didn't show that part.

[@sammythebull2240]

Jeff Seidel thanks bro. For real.

[@erichammack6948]

the E brake spring is a pain in the ass.

[@200cdl]

Where is all the rust ?

[@joshualagunas847]

i don’t have two bolts

[@fargenvonwitbier]

Fighting an 05 Sierra SLT at the moment with this stupid ass setup. What a bitch those springs are. It keeps popping off.