How to replace rear brakes on my truck

Tiny
ROCJOC220
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  • 1995 GMC C2500
  • 111,000 MILES
I was told that I have a full floating rearend. Can I effectively change my brakes without pulling the axel on both sides and what parts besides the brake shoes am I going to have to replace in the process?
Thursday, October 13th, 2011 AT 11:06 PM

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Tiny
DAN_K
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Resurface or replace the rear drums if they don't meet minimum measurement. I would replace the brake hardware (springs and clips) while you're at it.

You do not need to remove the axles.
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Thursday, October 13th, 2011 AT 11:09 PM
Tiny
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REVISE MY SEARCH....FIND SOMETHING LIKE YOURS

HERE'S A GOOD EXAMPLE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOvSH-mLhRE

MAYBE IT WILL GIVE YOU CONFIDENCE

THE MEDIC
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Friday, October 14th, 2011 AT 4:50 AM

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