How to Replace Rear Drum Brakes 95-09 Ford Ranger

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[@norbertrivera]

100 pounds in each lug nuts?

[@JL-tu9mf]

B.

[@calumrife]

I can not tell you how valuable your tutorials are to me. I'm heavily invested into a Ranger and need all the info I can get. Thanks so much.

[@mathewm7136]

Couple of easy hints; 1. Every three oil changes, check and adjust the rear brakes if needed. Front brakes (pads) will wear out twice as fast if the rear brakes are not adjusted properly. 2. Once the drum is off and the springs are cleaned, take a pic for reference as well. As one side may have the e-brake hardware, the left/right sides may not be mirror images. 3. Another method - on the floor, lay out the new shoes & springs on top of each other exactly as they are to be assembled before tearing down the old parts. Take a pic of that too (hey, pics are free if you have the right phone). Plus, it'll give you an idea of what pieces you need to save vs discard. (It might save you the problem of digging thru the garbage can later!) 4. If you are not replacing the drums, you MUST have them re-surfaced when replacing the shoes. 5. Good habit is to buy the Combi Kit with new shoes. 6. Hold the two brake shoes together side by side. The shoe with the longer amount of ceramic/semi-metallic padding goes towards the REAR of the vehicle. 7. Never touch the inside of the drum (where it meets the pads) as skin oil & dirty fingers will reduce the braking power until it's burned off. If you, just clean it with brake cleaner. 8. You can put some lithium grease on the wheel studs when placing the lugs. It might save you (or a family member)from breaking your/their back while on a roadside sometime later. Good Luck!

[@1AAuto]

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[@joekoch1871]

Fantastic video. No blah, blah talk. All business video, clear, smooth, good video clips, very informative, awsome.

[@chri5wyd]

I just learned that I will be selling my 98' Ranger ASAP when Im done with these damn brakes.

[@kevinmullen8180]

Thank you so much for this video, I followed it step-by-step and did the job myself. One tip, when it comes to replacing the lower spring, better to put that in partly before you attach the cable. I found trying to get it in the after the cable was pretty brutal on the spring. Thanks again, outstanding job! Why any auto manufacturer is still using drum brakes in 2004 is a mystery to me.

[@jefferymayhann312]

So helpful!... I was not actually changing my brakes, but the emergency brake cable (it broke). But, to get to it, I had to take the brakes off, just like I was replacing them. When I got the drum off, the brakes were like new (I bought it used a few months ago), so I did not need to replace them. But, once I took them apart to replace the broken e-brake cable... your instructions on putting it all back together was a God send. By the way, I bought the brake cable from you guys... it was excellent quality and shipped very quickly.

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[@tehse7en]

This video was extremely helpful. I just replaced both rear drum brakes on my '04 Ranger 4.0L - huge help, thank you!

[@bradforddrake8633]

The Ford Ranger with 9 inch drums have no clothespin plungers coming out of wheel cylinder. The shoes have a metal shape that inserts into wheel cylinder. The emergency brake lever has a hook that connects it to the rear shoe. The Ranger 10 inch drums have the traditional clothespin plungers which push against the brake shoes and a bolt on emergency brake lever which is secured to front side of rear shoe with a C clamp.

[@Madasin_Paine]

A most rare tip. This may also help with Rangers 2001-09 All 4x4's All SuperCabs All w/Payload Package 2 upgrade All 2001~2005 Edge All 2006~2009 Sport 9" drums should have been factory equipment only on XL/XLT REGULAR cab 4x2's with the STANDARD Payload Package 1.

[@perrymoffat5368]

Thanks!

[@1969aquarius]

After a couple hours i changed the brake shoes. The only thing I hate more than drum brakes is paying someone to change them for me.

[@moustachemike7128]

I read this in my how to book some where: On removing and installing the e-brake cable to the brake shoe lever: pull on the cable from under the cab and put an allen or screwdriver in the foot brake retainer under the dash.... to keep the cable slack..just revers when done easy peeezeee.. no fighting the spring..

[@MrTjthegreat1]

Thank you! I was contemplating actuating the foot pedal but wasnt sure how to keep it open.

[@ShaneBevan-k9b]

Great work 1A Auto this video saved my truck! FIVE*****STAR*****REVIEW from me!

[@americanpatriot2033]

Thank you very much for your video I found it very useful. My brake issues are now solved and I can't thank you enough.

[@Madasin_Paine]

Couple tips picked up from other vid sources. Before removing drum cover, block tires to press rolling, if necessary, and release parking brake . There is a inch size rubber plug on the bottom back side of the drum cover and when removed, one can lessen the brake grip and make it easier to remove the front cover at the beginning. One can adjust the brake using this same technique but in the opposite rotation. The wheel can turn freely and the hear slightest sound of contact friction when ready. Then bleed that break line to this brake. When all is through, and the truck is ready to drive backing up should self adjust parking brake.

[@originalcharacter3575]

In regard to the emergency break wire I’m not sure if it’s been said, shown, or anything but my mentor taught me that if you pull directly out on the end “cap” if you will, it will give me you slack I between the spring and the end cap shows while he is attaching the components

[@1AAuto]

+Original Character Thanks for the tip!

[@mechanicdave1002]

Best video for this, thank you!

[@edwardmissouri2216]

Clear instructions and great video, but just so diy people know, you should clean the parts that are being reused, and on the backing plate there are 6 raised areas where the shoes slide. those should be wire brushed and a light coat of brake grease applied. The adjuster should be lubed on the threads and also under the piece that slides off the other end. Also, make sure there is no leakage from either side where the pins come out of the cylinder at the top. Before reinstalling the drum, clean off the hub surface so it has no raised spots from rust accumulation. This will make sure the drum runs true when tightened down.

[@nonstop8888]

Well I have 2004 ranger well i had 2 strokes and The driver side rear brakes separated from the shoe passenger side wheel cylinder was leaking I was able to change the cylinder I was a mess well I’m gonna have to passenger-side complete that easy video help me considerably I’ve done quite a few break jobs in my day not a stroke victim it will take me all day tomorrow So Thanks for the info Gary in western ma.

[@Agent-vj3ns]

Why don't you use the dedicated spring installer on the handle of your shoe pliers? 11:45

[@mentallyderanged9169]

Nice video BUT you FORGOT to show people to add grease to the contact points. You put a small amount of grease on the 4-6 little nipples or those little high points on the backing plate. This allows the shoes to slide and have a nice lubricant to move easy vs metal on metal. Everything else is done very nice and easy to fallow, just picked up a 98 ranger and was seeing what I am about to get into I have done MANY and HATE doing drum brakes. 96 Chevy have been the WORSE for me lol.

[@1AAuto]

+Mentally Deranged 916 Thanks for the feedback and for watching!

[@Snowmunkee]

Is there another video for replacing the wheel cylinders that are included in the kit?

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[@ronvonbargen8411]

When assembling the top spring your brake spring pliers should have a channel /groove in the handle hook spring on plier handle then place the groove /channel over the spring pin. Pry theHandel and the spring slides down the Handel onto the pin. Otherwise Great vid.

[@philelrassi5743]

Got it done! Thank you for the video.

[@royquesada5295]

Wish you would of shown the difference in length of pads and on which side they go on. So many people do not even notice the difference in the pad size yet alone if it goes to the back or front.

[@1AAuto]

+Roy Quesada Thanks for the feedback!

[@kelvinmann1058]

Long shoe to the rear.

[@tadair705]

So, just FYI, there's no need to remove the e-brake actuator on a 1996. It doesn't require a spring washer or horseshoe clip. It can be left on.

[@1AAuto]

+Tony Adair Thanks for the tip!

[@markbonneville5402]

Ya dont have to take it off my 01 is the same dont need them just put it in the hole lol

[@TStheDeplorable]

Ford put out a Technical Service Bulletin on the brake drums locking up on 2002 - 2009 Rangers. The problem was worst after the truck sat for a few hours, and the drum brakes would lock when you hit the brake the first few times after sitting. Their solution was to install new shoes, and then use silicone sealer on the BACK side of the backing plate, putting beads around where the axle passes through the backing plate, around wheel cylinder, over and around the heads of the "nails" that hold the cups and springs, around the rubber brake adjuster access plug, and around the point where the parking brake cable enters through the backing plate. It seems that moisture gets in and causes problems, so I am also using anti-seize where any parts need to move against each other. Hopefully that fixes this annoying problem.

[@Papascoffs]

Ah until I bought a Ranger, I never realized how many smaller parts drum brakes had! Thank you for this!

[@1AAuto]

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[@TheLastPirate1973]

which kit would I need for a 2003 Ford Ranger Edge 3.0? Can you post the link?

[@moustachemike7128]

here is some more food for thought...some times when ya disturb the wheel cylinder for some reason or another they tend to leak,,why ? who knows..so while your already into it go ahead and replace them. and bleed the brake line with new fluid ..

[@theobserver9131]

Yep, sure enough. I replaced the shoes and all the springs and hardware, and bingo the slave cylinder started leaking. Now I'm going to have to at least halfway take it all apart to put a new slave cylinder in. Oh well. So goes life.

[@1AAuto]

+Old man Thanks for checking us out!

[@joshsteele8293]

The hard part is finding the lines I can’t even find them anywhere

[@jakepowell80]

Great video! This helped so much

[@manuelaquino7587]

I apply little grease where break pads sit, so they can slide easy

[@iqbalsingh827]

I changed my break shoes for Ford Ranger 2009 as you showed in video, when I ran the truck it, it has horizontal lines on break shoes, what caused those horizontal lines, Please help

[@michaeljohn8905]

These guys rock ! Thank you !

[@1AAuto]

+Michael John Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@johnjude2685]

Because every thing so dirty , For as a illustration start with the replacement parts as you had in the finish drum as the color of the new clean parts shows up so much clearer for the student such as myself. But this is not a complaint but sujest for a better picture for what I am trying to comprehend. Thanks for the teaching, Your videos are always very helpful.

[@vapingwithhoffman5775]

what do you mean by the adjustment can be done from the rear but you do it from the front? and dont they adjust thereself? auto adjust?

[@Alphawolf2325]

Can I get a link to this brake kit for my 98 ranger 2WD? All I'm seeing on the website are kits for 4x4 rangers

[@1AAuto]

+SamYouPlays Thanks for watching! It looks like we have kits for the front of your vehicle, but not the rear. We may have the individual parts available, just not in a kit. You can take a look around our website to see if we have the individual items you need. 1AAuto.com

[@FordRangerClassics]

I have an 03 edge thats 2wd but sits on 4x4 so it makes life so much easier lol

[@markharrison2000]

Has anyone had an issue after replacing the shoes and the drums where your brakes start to pulsate? I’m having some bad shaking and can determine if the E brake needs to be adjusted for if I might have a warped drum from the factory.

[@timschmidt3784]

I don't think the auto manufacturers could have come up with a more complex design for stopping a vehicle than drum brakes. Toyota used them on the back axle of the Corolla for years, long after other manufacturers converted to disc. You would think that discs would be more cost effective parts wise plus the labor associated with assembly.

[@lobsterbark]

Drum brakes last way longer between services if they aren't used too much. Thats why they make sense to use for the rear on a truck, most of the weight is up front and rear brakes aren't used as much anyways, so drums are way less maintenance than discs when used on the rear. Disks are have more surfaces that need to seal and interact with fluid. Getting good seals that last is one of the harder things to do when manufacturing anything. They have gotten good enough at it nowadays that drums are almost entirely obsolete, but this was not the case not that long ago.

[@Striker50_]

0:58 How to remove hubcap

[@RoyaltyDetailCenter]

I watched this video to the 5 minute mark and realized the tools he uses made me give up hope i can fix my brakes. I tried another video and when they actually used pliers to undo the springs i felt way more in tune with that method. Using specialty tools on simple jobs make the job look way harder. This video intimidated me and made the job look difficult. This is my 4th ford ranger video and this guy is a good mechanic hell hes a great mechanic but sometimes i get confused when he uses complicated tools to do simple things. When he pulled out the spring tool i googled conversion kits to disc brakes. Once i saw the price i found another video that used the simple methods to do it and it was exactly what i needed to see.

[@1AAuto]

+Drivin Mopar Thank you for checking us out! We appreciate your feedback and will consider showing the specialty tools and then the alternative if you either do not have or cannot gain access to those specialized tools. We try to make our videos for the greatest audience and have since moved towards a more generalized way of repair rather than using all specialty tools when available.

[@mikej.2803]

The tools mentioned are very inexpensive you should purchase them. They are part of any persons tool kit who does their own Automotive repairs. Although I wish every manufacturer would go to disc brakes , and for the most part they are, because they are so much easier to repair and or replace. Good luck

[@jarredallen2016]

Why do my passenger rear drum brakes over tighten? What causes them to tighten to the point of locking the wheel up.

[@1AAuto]

+@jarredallen2016 We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@colli_wolly]

11:10 I’ve place a new pivot piece on there, but it keeps falling off. Is it supposed to snap into the hole?

[@scottandjodiferris4210]

I'm doing an 02 sport trac and had a piece fall off and didn't see where it fell from. I don't see it in the video anywhere. I wish I could post a picture of it...

[@FordRangerClassics]

Post a video lol

[@Jacey2001]

thanks for the refresher!!! perfectly done. nice and quick... problem is.. I wont be nice n quick lol

[@claudew5582]

Thank you, this video help me immensely.

[@1AAuto]

+Claude W Thanks for the feedback!

[@MarcusWoods]

@around 7 minutes 30 segonds it talks about putting a spring washer and then the horseshoe clip is seated. I don't have the spring washer and my e brake part doesn't look 100% the same. Is it possible I don't need that?

[@tadair705]

Some don't have the spring washer and horseshoe clip. My 1996 2WD doesn't. It has what looks like a tab that fits into a slot on the backside of the shoe.

[@gunfisher4661]

You have to use the spring washer from the old set as the the parts kits don`t include that part it helps the e-brake move smoother. Mines an 02 that i`m doing right now and I had to replace every thing adjuster and all ,also the parts kit don`t include the brass anti friction washer on the star adjuster either you have to reuse off the old one. just a way of chincing for a buck I guess.

[@alexandermancilla5291]

Does anyone know the size of drums and shoes for a 2004 ranger 4 wheel drive?

[@MrsBuddevil]

Can you drive without the "spreader plate" aka parking brake strut

[@irdiver3]

should you lube adjuster??

[@schonau1969]

Why are we not putting brake lubricant on the six contact points of the break shoe?

[@gerryvillemaire1635]

thank you, very grateful for this helpful video

[@tomstrickland6002]

Our 1995 Ford pickup had a different adjuster set up. Your set up is much easier.

[@1AAuto]

+Tom Strickland Thanks for checking us out and taking the time to comment. 1aauto.com

[@devildog310nc]

You should make sure star wheel adjuster is easy to turn and you must adjust it to smallest setting when installing new shoes. No need to manually adjust

[@crystincrowder7562]

Thanks for the video! I work at an auto parts store so I won't be buying from A1 Auto parts. But thanks!

[@Louie12673]

Does the adjuster have to be repositioned in any way?

[@rem45acp]

Why do you want to adjust the shoes to lightly drag on the drum? Won't that make the brakes always lightly apply pressure even when not braking?

[@mathewm7136]

That way, the drum will apply braking pressure at the same time the fronts do.

[@pizzaholic]

Excellent video, I just wish my drums came off as easily lol.

[@oobaka1967]

It took my father and me 2 hours to get one drum off using prybars, steel wedges and a 5 pound sledgehammer. Had to cut the pins off from the back.

[@akaychi]

@oobaka1967 and everyone else: If your drum is tight, theres an access port behind the backing plate that looks right into your adjuster. Reach in and tighten up the adjuster with a flathead to close the gap and your drums fly right off!

[@mikej.2803]

And what's the process when the drum does not slide easily off the axle? And your brake tool will not turn the adjustment spacer because it is rusted to all hell? Have beaten and pried the drum to get it past the brake pads but no luck. Is there another Choice besides getting my angle grinder out and cutting the drum in half? There's got to be a special trick out there somewhere, help! :/

[@richardjacques1731]

You can pull the retaining pins from the back and cut them off with wire clippers. This will allow the shoes to collapse inside the drums.

[@WeezerPete]

Thanks for the video! Helped me save some money!

[@yvesl.diasso9805]

where did you get that needle noise tool from?

[@nickm6566]

did the guy in the video go to uti in norwood ma? he looks wicked familiar

[@chancebower2958]

Why can’t a find a E brake actuator for my 04 I need one and it seems impossible to find or are they universal as long as there for the drum you have?

[@1AAuto]

+Chance Bower They should be specific to the vehicle. We currently do not carry the replacement for your vehicle. You may want to ask the dealer to see if they can get a new one for you. 1aauto.com

[@chancebower2958]

That I you I didn’t buy the vehicle off of a dealer but would I be able to still get the piece from the ford company

[@savoryhd]

Any tips? i have the same problem

[@matthewbishop4922]

I wish y'all could make some vids about 95 4×4 rangers. the res nothing on KZbin about hubs or clutch ECT.

[@TIG2MAN0]

awesome video

[@jackmehoff9047]

I have a 96 Ford Ranger Ext Cab 2WD and just recently my right rear wheel cylinder is leaking pretty bad causing a very soft pedal. My Master cylinder is brand new. I've been having to use the E- Brake to stop,yes I know that's dangerous, but here's the kicker. The other night on the freeway I heard a loud banging noise coming from the rear. I pull over and that same tire with the bad cylinder is being held on by one lug nut the rest had sheered off. How in the hell could this happen with a bad wheel cylinder?

[@slowride55]

Jack MeHoff completly unrelated

[@markh385]

I’m doing a transmission service on 06 ranger I’ve heard mixed information on the transmission fluid I should use so has me wondering so what transmission fluid should I put in my truck

Duhh Maybe go to a transmission video

[@kowhort]

Good video but you didn't replace the wheel cylinder. Would have liked to have seen that.

[@1AAuto]

+Mentally Deranged 916 Thanks for the tip!

[@kristendithomas3522]

what size brake shoes does a 95 2wd ranger have? I seen there are two choices 9 and 10 inch.

[@1AAuto]

+Kristen DiThomas You may have to have the dealer run the VIN number for you, or you could measure the drum with a tape measure (take the wheel off first) We carry the 10" drum brake shoes. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/brake-shoes/i/1abps00882?f=987236&y=1995&KZbin&CTA%20Comment&

[@thisismyjunkmailboxforyour9172]

9" for standard cab, 10" for extended cab

[@charlespacejr3213]

@@thisismyjunkmailboxforyour9172 I have a standard cab and 10 inch drums. It all depends on the exact model and vin.

[@poochsworld]

This will work for a 98 Mazda b2500, yeah?

[@1AAuto]

+pooch's weird world The part in this video fits your application, and the install should be the same or similar. Buy this part on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@dylanblack854]

Great video but I hope you're replacing that pinion seal in your diff next ;)

[@1AAuto]

+Dylan Black Thanks for watching. We'll keep this repair in mind!

[@MarcusWoods]

@@1AAuto what did they see that showed a replacement was necessary?

[@gusswalker]

Great video and nice done!

[@LetricShave]

I think you got the sequence wrong on the top springs. The green spring should sit behind the yellow spring. Also, a mini pry bar with an angled tip and some tape wrapped around the tip would prevent the wheel from getting gouged up from a screwdriver blade twisting and prying against it.

[@johnhenryholiday4964]

Mine came from the factory with the yellow spring behind the green.... but... I dont think it much matters actually.... Im on my second rebuild have roughly 200,000.0 miles on the old rig.

[@rhymeswithteeth]

You neglected to add some anti-seize, or high temp brake grease, to the grease pads on the backing plate.

[@phildeveney1247]

I have a 2011 rwd. Is it the same assembly?

[@1AAuto]

+Phil Deveney It may be a different procedure on your application. We currently do not have an auto repair video for this particular year, make and model. Thank you for asking. 1aauto.com

[@gertis7420]

Like always, great video.

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them; www.1aauto.com/brake-shoes/i/1abps00882?KZbin&RV1uz62DFc

[@nickfeness]

i dont like using a screw driver to remove the hub tbh. It does cause damage when you could just wrape it in a microfiber. i use a crowbar with a microfiber on the corner of the pry tool. super easy and no damage.

[@1AAuto]

+Nick Feness Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@nickfeness]

@@1AAuto for sure! You guys are saving me mega bucks on my new truck :D

[@rexdrax4649]

No ranger has a wheel lock key

[@StonnieDennis]

Thank you!

[@1AAuto]

+Stonnie Dennis Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/brake-shoes/i/1abps00882?KZbin&CTA+Comment&RV1uz62DFc

[@phim4674]

Good video, very informative, but flat blade screwdrivers are not pry bars

[@stevethedonful]

A tool can be called whatever you want.. the point is using what is available in different applications.. pry tool, screwdriver, lever, chisel..

[@richardbarkley9909]

GREAT video! Thanks!

[@1AAuto]

+Richard Barkley Thanks for watching. We carry the brake shoes shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them if any of our viewers needs to perform this repair. www.1aauto.com/brake-shoes/i/1abps00882?KZbin&RV1uz62DFc&KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@drifting1O1]

any info on the TSB? my o4 Ranger is affected and I keep getting water and dirt in the rear drums. casing saver brake grab and lock up in the rain. apparently, the dealer fixes the problem by applying silicon to the backing plate? but they won't tell me where I need to apply it. Thay would rather I kill myself then not make any money off me.

[@1AAuto]

You're local dealer should have any updated TSB info on the vehicle. Hope this helps out 1aauto.com

[@dmagil01us]

In what world does a 20 year old drum brake pop right off? This video would be useful if you went over ways to get a stuck drum off.

[@scottguthrie8074]

"...and then your remove the kidneys, while tapping the lower spring twince while using the break tool to simply attached to the cap forward and then simply close and sew up the patient on the other side. Allow two weeks to cure and take it to a shop if symptoms persist!!"

[@jasonsarner393]

lol the drums aren’t going to just slide off you have slack adjusters on the back of the drum plates

[@johnjude2685]

Looks helpful. Because every thing dirty and faded ,

[@IntheBlood67]

Great tips! Outstanding!

[@davidkelly7485]

You needed to make it clearer which side you were currently working on-left or right. Difficult to tell from video.

[@matthewjustice3383]

03 ranger please

[@Tylerw_12]

I thought about doing this myself but after see all the things falling off and pulling apart of the springs and stuff there’s nooo way those things will be put back together right😳😂

[@lesismore286]

You really should make sure you emphasize the adjustment cable clip is seated in the shoe!

[@GKjones1991]

On my like 10th video of yours and it would be great if your camera guy could actually show what your doing. There was 4 clips and springs and you couldnt actually see any of them be8ng installed. I have no idea the contact point of the spreader bar. People take a pic BEFORE you remove anything, dont trust that the vid will show you later.

[@rexdrax4649]

Have you ever done a brake job

[@Graff-zr3tn]

Doing rear shoes on fords can be difficult task. I prefer to avoid Ford's altogether. Still a good video!

[@thejamesasher]

why oh why couldnt my truck have all disc brakes wa wa wa

[@1AAuto]

+James Asher Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@bopahay]

You left all the rust on a lot of those parts and didn't lube the backplate.........no wire wheel in your shop??? Check out South Main Auto Repair, Eric does it the right way.

[@McL0vin2131]

My adjuster doesn't touch the metal clip thing on the bottom. It's supposed to touch so it stops the adjuster from moving. I've done everything right, it just doesn't touch...

[@jasonpoirier5336]

Did you find solution? I have same peobleme

[@TDlovesBFDI]

Gentlemen, please, add to your list of tools. While it is not *NEEDED*, a furniture clamp (www.harborfreight.com/6-in-ratcheting-bar-clampspreader-64154.html ) will make remounting the shoes so much easier. I have a weak right hand, due to a childhood accident. So, inspiration hit me and I used one to hold the backing plate and shoe together. It made the three pieces (pin, spring, and slotted clip) a breeze to assemble, alone. Turn someone's "disability" into an *OTHERWISE ABLE*, thank you.

[@1AAuto]

+Edgar M. Mosier Thanks for the feedback!

[@IntheBlood67]

Why do all the self help videos show the rear right drum assembly? My 02 Ranger on the left rear(driver side) has a completely different emergency brake assembly without a hole!

[@gunfisher4661]

i`m going to finish my 02 in the morning it has the same on both sides. The only problem I ever had was one time I did shoes and they did`nt have the pivot pins installed for the adjuster lever on them. This time they have brass pins on them.

[@TroKush215]

Anyone in the Chicago area would like to take on this job?? Obviously will pay

[@QRXFHU]

I'd do it