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Old 03-13-2008, 07:28 PM   #1 (permalink)
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68 brake drum install ?

Can anyone tell me the procedure and torque specs to install the front brake drum on a 1968 Delmont?
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Can anyone tell me the procedure and torque specs to install the front brake drum on a 1968 Delmont?
What torque specs are you looking for? The wheel bearing nut is tightened while you spin the drum. I usually snug it up to seat the bearings, back off, then tighten until it just starts to drag. Install the cotter pin, and you're done.
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That's exactly the info I needed.
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