Pedal
Lo and behold, the pedal seemed much better this afternoon when tested, to be sure I needed to pull off the wheel and re-bleed. I'll drive more carefully than usual the next few days, and any remaining air pocket should reveal itself.
Next, the Rear Brake Drums
All the old parts will be removed, replaced with new drums, shoes and cylinders. Although I have done the procedure with several cars, it always seems like the first time, until I recall the familiar spring removal order, etc.
Electric Impact Wrench
Have reached the point an electric impact wrench seems desirable. That would help me set the torque more reliably and consistently on the wheel lug nuts, which is my only use for it, Yes, I am probably over-cautious about using such a tool on the lower-torque-value bolts, and prefer to operate by the feel of a bolt as it nears its assigned torque value. If I were a professional mechanic, where time-is-money, using an impact wrench everywhere possible would be the only way to operate. When and if the day comes, I want a more "delicate" electric wrench, do you have a recommendation for brand or type of wrench to use to loosen and accurately reset torque on smaller bolts, like the manifold gasket?
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Friday, January 3rd, 2025 AT 9:11 PM

