99 Ford Escort drum brake question

I replaced the rear brake shoes but can't get the
drum to clear the new shoes. I compressed the
cyclinder pistons somewhat and adjusted the quad operating lever as far as it goes. Is there any other
adjustments that I can make so the drum will clear
the shoes when I put it on? Do I need to compress
the cyclinder pistons all the way by opening the bleeder valve? It seems the drum will not clear one
of the sides by just a little bit. If I make an adjustment another side will not clear the drum.
Some how I need to get both shoes to come together so that the drum cover will close.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.