I need to change out the rear brake shoe and drums

Tiny
LEADSLINGER
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  • 2005 FORD RANGER
Last time I had the front brakes done they said I needed a rotor. I was super broke so I just had them put pads on. I figured my mileage was low and I could put up with the noise. Now the rear brakes are grinding I need to save money can you help me?

thanks in advance
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009 AT 12:51 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Replacing the brake shoes and drums is a little more involved than disc brakes, but it really isn't too hard if you take your time. You can expect rear brake shoes to last approximately 30,000 miles. Make sure you get lifetime replacement parts so you don't have to pay for them again.

To get you started, here is a link that shows in general how it is done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-rear-brake-shoes-and-drums

If you look at the attachments below, they include the directions and pictures specific to your vehicle for replacement.

I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

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