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Old 11-05-2012, 03:09 PM   #6
ubtripn
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Re: Same length drumb shoe linings?

I just went through brake shoe boot camp, the front "shorter" shoe is designed to serve as an actuator for the brake system in the drum as a whole. It triggers the rear which fully engages when the brake pedal is engaged. Now I don't know if having a bigger front would help this, stop this or interfere. I can say that new linings, hardware and drums resulting in great stopping power for my truck. I have power assist as well. No different than disks for me by feel during daily driving. However, in an emergency stop the difference would be VERY apparent.
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