How To Read Your Brakes
Brake Adjustments Not Holding
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Possible Causes
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If
the slack adjuster angle is more or less
than 90° at readjustable stroke length, the
push rod can be the wrong length, which can
cause frequent brake adjustments. |
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Solution
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Check
slack adjuster for internal wear. See how
far it moves before the S-cam rotates. Push
rod movement should relate to shoe movement
against the drums. |


If
the slack adjuster angle is more or less
than 90° at readjustable stroke length, the
push rod can be the wrong length, which can
cause frequent brake adjustments.