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Avalance1 · 08-02-2013, 08:34 PM

How do I remove them
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PanelDeland · 08-02-2013, 09:04 PM

You need to remove the wheels,brake drums and then you can get to them.There are springs and retainers inside the drums.Keep track of what goes where,pictures are a must,a manual is really,really helpful.Then the brake line goes into them from the backside,remove that(you will probably need to work it a bit,they're usually pretty tight.A manual is really really helpful.A set of flare nut/line wrenches will help keep from stripping the fitting.Then there are two bolts that hold them to the backing plate.A manual is really really helpful.Some applications are left/right specific.Installation is the reverse of removal.A manual is really really helpful.Make sure the brake pads have not gotten brake fluid on them,if they have you shoud replace them.You might get them clean enough with brake cleaner but if you don't you have to tear it all back down.

BTW Did I mention,A manual is Really Really Helpful?

SS Tim · 08-02-2013, 09:27 PM

You can download the service and overhaul manuals.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=558016

cdowns · 08-03-2013, 07:21 AM

only take one side apart at a time// so when you have the new cylinder in place and have to put back together you can use the other side as a referance of how it is assembled

GRX · 08-03-2013, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdowns

only take one side apart at a time// so when you have the new cylinder in place and have to put back together you can use the other side as a referance of how it is assembled

^^ this. A digital camera is handy too.

When it comes time to bleed the system you might consider some "speed bleeders". Makes the job amazingly simple.

http://www.summitracing.com/search/b.../?autoview=SKU

Avalance1 · 08-10-2013, 10:14 AM

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**leddzepp** · 08-10-2013, 11:23 AM

This is how its DONE:

http://www.pbase.com/nufsed/drumbrake

08-02-2013, 08:34 PM	#1
Avalance1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Colorado Posts: 17	Replace my wheel cylinders How do I remove them Posted via Mobile Device

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PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Replace my wheel cylinders You need to remove the wheels,brake drums and then you can get to them.There are springs and retainers inside the drums.Keep track of what goes where,pictures are a must,a manual is really,really helpful.Then the brake line goes into them from the backside,remove that(you will probably need to work it a bit,they're usually pretty tight.A manual is really really helpful.A set of flare nut/line wrenches will help keep from stripping the fitting.Then there are two bolts that hold them to the backing plate.A manual is really really helpful.Some applications are left/right specific.Installation is the reverse of removal.A manual is really really helpful.Make sure the brake pads have not gotten brake fluid on them,if they have you shoud replace them.You might get them clean enough with brake cleaner but if you don't you have to tear it all back down. BTW Did I mention,A manual is Really Really Helpful? __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

08-02-2013, 09:27 PM	#3
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: Replace my wheel cylinders You can download the service and overhaul manuals. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=558016 __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

08-03-2013, 07:21 AM	#4
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Replace my wheel cylinders only take one side apart at a time// so when you have the new cylinder in place and have to put back together you can use the other side as a referance of how it is assembled __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

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08-10-2013, 11:23 AM	#7
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