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Old 09-09-2012, 11:44 AM   #6
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Re: Any tricks you guys got for pulling the brake drums

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Originally Posted by Boog View Post
It's most likely rusted to the hub. I apply some heat around close to the hub and give it some good smacks in between the wheel studs to knock it loose. Maybe some PB blaster before hand to soak where the drum meets the hub.
^^ My thoughts exactly! I have removed many rusty rear drums that way. Often the drum will give a loud "tick" when the parts free themselves under heat. Even had one pop right off the center hub onto my lap.
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