Front Drums
#1
Front Drums
I have a 1968 Olds 98 Convertible with a 455. I am having a front end shake and am wondering if I might have faulty drums. I was wondering if anyone knows where to get drums balanced? I am not opposed to purchasing new drums, if I know this will cure my problem. Thanks for any help in advance. Phil
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#5
I'll agree with Norm here. Drums often have balance weights spot welded onto them, and it is possible (though highly unlikely) that one could have come off. What are the conditions of the shake? Certain speeds or all speeds? Straight running? Turning? Braking? If the shake is confined to certain driving conditions that can help narrow it down. The reality is that a thorough inspection of the front suspension and steering is in order.
#6
1967 - 1970 Olds Front Drums / Hub & Drums
These Drums are balanced as part of the HUB & DRUM Assembly -- and must be balanced as such............
The HUBS traditionally don't go bad -- and I have brand new BRAKE DRUMS and (miraculously) brand new HUBS & DRUMS !!!!!!!!!!!!
ALso a smart idea to go with American made Bearings & seals -- I have these as well......
Best to call me ---- CRAIG -- 516 - 485 - 1935.............
The HUBS traditionally don't go bad -- and I have brand new BRAKE DRUMS and (miraculously) brand new HUBS & DRUMS !!!!!!!!!!!!
ALso a smart idea to go with American made Bearings & seals -- I have these as well......
Best to call me ---- CRAIG -- 516 - 485 - 1935.............
#7
Generally a shake is attributed to tire and wheel issues, it can develope because of alignment castor setting similar to the wheels on a shopping cart shaking. Usually a brake related shake is a result of warped rotors or drums when the brakes are applied.
#8
I would also check the tire balances. Most places have a lifetime balance if you bought the tires at their store and will not charge to re-balance them.
As mentioned above, if it "shakes" when the brakes are applied, that would be a warped drum/rotor situation as a result of overheated braking.
Last edited by RATCHETMASTER; December 9th, 2011 at 01:48 PM.
#9
In addition to normal balancing, how old are the tires? Lots of our old cars have tires that fail due to age instead of treadwear. I would work the other way around - tires and then suspension/steering.
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