1994 Buick Park Avenue rear drum brakes

1994 BUICK PARK AVENUE
150,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DAN BOWERS
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I have installed new brake shoes on the rear of my buick. everything appears to be correct. I can't fit my drums over the new shoes. I think I could force it but I don't want to hurt anything. Am I missing something?
Jan 5, 2009 at 10:40 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Back off on parking brake adjustment and the star adjuster. Then place drum adjusting star until slight rubbing is heard. Then adjust parking brake till 5 to 7 clicks hold car.
Jan 6, 2009 at 8:41 AM
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