Having a hell of a time trying to get a part number for a new kit. Some sites give a part number for the rear and say "front and rear". The upper spring hook looks different on front than rear and I want to get this right. Years ago, the self adjuster parts were appearently left off so I can't compare anything.
The kits are the same for front and back. You have to use your old hook from the front. It is not repop'd
Look at the white spring on the right. It is connected to the top pivot along with a link. It is a different shape and is shorter than what the kits will provide. You need to save and use this. The rear uses the link that comes in the kit.
I have done literally hundreds of brake jobs over the years, but have learned to ask for pics when people ask for help. What John posted above is a classic example of why.
That spring is on the wrong side of the link. The link won't move as the spring will be binding it. Tom T.
The white end of.the spring is wrapped around the link at the pivot (top). It isn't supposed to. Didn't notice myself when I got that pic. I may have a set of links. Give me a chance to check after work. I'll give you an answer today
Technically speaking, the hook on the white spring would normally go on top of the link, as mentioned above. However, that WON'T affect the functioning of the self-adjuster mechanism. The link is not meant to move; it is merely an anchor point for the triangular self-adjuster arm that it attaches to. When the wheel cylinder pushes against the top of the brake shoe, the shoes "pivot" outward from the adjuster at the bottom. If the shoes travel an excessive amount, it causes the arm to push down on the "wheel" of the threaded adjuster, extending it's length, thereby taking up the slack. The adjuster arm is slotted where it intersects with the link so that it can return to a "relaxed" position.
