Tool for Adjusting Drum Brakes on Drop Axle

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How can I can I adjust after the wheels are on? The dropped axile make it imposible to see the adjustment wheel inside.

asked by: Ned

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Expert Reply:

A drop axle certainly can make it tough to reach the star wheel adjuster on a drum brake. The adjuster spoon tool we offer # W80630 has a 90-degree bend that will often let you get access to the adjuster even on a drop axle. Essentially you will need this item or something similar with a sharp bend that allows fitting it into the brake backing plate.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

The #W80630 brake adjustment tool we offer is two sided. One side has a 90 degree bend in it that makes accessing the brake adjuster on a drop spindle much easier. The #W80630 tool will work just fine for you.

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Answer 3

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