2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Clunking Sound with Rotation

2001 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
124,000 MILES • 2.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DREV0012
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Hi. I replaced the rear drums and pads a couple months ago and since it has been clunking when heavier braking. If i really coast to a stop with very mild braking, there isn't any noise. Does this sound like an adjuster issue? I have tried backing up and braking numerous times. Thanks!
Nov 23, 2015 at 7:09 PM
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F4I_GUY
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It is possible the the drums you used are out-of-round. Were they re-surfaced or bran new?
regardless, I would ensure that the drums are not warped.
Nov 23, 2015 at 8:42 PM
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DREV0012
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Thanks. The drums were brand new. I'll pull them apart and see what I can see.
Nov 24, 2015 at 12:28 PM
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F4I_GUY
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When you installed the new drums, you may of adjusted them too tight causing too much friction/heat in the rear and making them pre-maturely fail.
Nov 28, 2015 at 6:41 AM
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