How do I adjust the rear brakes?

Tiny
AZDANNO04
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  • 1987 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 959,000 MILES
Original miles on the body. How to adjust the drums on the rear wheels?
Monday, May 30th, 2022 AT 10:04 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

The rear drum brake shoes has an auto adjustment mechanism that will typically need to be adjusted when the shoes get replaced.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-rear-brake-shoes-and-drums

I have attached the adjustment procedure below.

Let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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Tuesday, May 31st, 2022 AT 9:05 AM

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