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DavidG · 12-13-2020, 02:30 PM

Yes, just like the rear brakes, both shoes will move outward at the bottom when the brake pedal is depressed. That's the function of the wedge 68-2050 shown in #19, namely to force the rollers at the bottom of the brake shoes outward taking the brake shoes with them.

A 7/16" eight point socket is a good substitute for one of the original special purpose adjusting wrenches.

12-13-2020, 02:30 PM	#42
DavidG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: southeastern Michigan Posts: 10,102	Re: Brake Adjustment 1936 Mechanical Yes, just like the rear brakes, both shoes will move outward at the bottom when the brake pedal is depressed. That's the function of the wedge 68-2050 shown in #19, namely to force the rollers at the bottom of the brake shoes outward taking the brake shoes with them. A 7/16" eight point socket is a good substitute for one of the original special purpose adjusting wrenches.