Front Brake Drum Removal

[TeufelHunden]

Does anyone have information/expetise for removing the front brake drums on an M35A2? I've read the TM and it says to pry it off. Where and how it does not say and I'm new at this, so I dont want to do something that would cost me more $$ than I need to spend. I'm want to rebuild a leaking wheel cylinder and would appreciate any and all help/advice.

 

[AceHigh]

80 fun pounds of steel!

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/deuce/8460-front-axle-seals-boots-stepxstep.html

 

[performanceauto89]

Brake Drum

I tip the scales at 137lbs. When I tore into mine I couldn't get the damn thing off. So I found out I can actually lift one of the stock wheel assemblies. Put it back on and kicked the F#*% out of it it got it loose enough. Took wheel back off and then drum assembly. Be careful on the threads. They are a bit on the heavy side but nothing on the truck is light. Have fun!!!!!!!!!!

 

[800summit]

loosen the brake shoes top and bottom, then pull it off not too hard. when putting it back on cradle it in your arms and do not bugger up the threads while putting it back on

 

[Brock Steel]

Watch your back. Lift with your legs or have a friend help.