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68gmsee · 02-17-2009, 02:59 PM

First make sure that the adjuster is all the way in.

Soak the axle where the drum meets it with the PB blaster if you haven't already. Wipe it dry and with a propane torch carefully heat the drum around the axle hole. This will expand it and let you remove it.

I've used a large pry bar on mine and carefully pry all around the drum while tapping the sides until it breaks free. Sometimes you need heat, though.

02-17-2009, 02:59 PM	#2
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Rear Brakes? First make sure that the adjuster is all the way in. Soak the axle where the drum meets it with the PB blaster if you haven't already. Wipe it dry and with a propane torch carefully heat the drum around the axle hole. This will expand it and let you remove it. I've used a large pry bar on mine and carefully pry all around the drum while tapping the sides until it breaks free. Sometimes you need heat, though.