drum brakes trouble
 

i have a 97 camry, and wanted to change the rear drum brakes. I searched the forum and found it. When i change the right side, everything went smoothly. When changing the left side, the two holes for the bolts are stripped. Can anyone tell me how to get the drum out, beside using the two bolts. Please help.....

RE: drum brakes trouble
 

Lots and lots and lots of rust penetrant and an air chisel equipped with a hammer bit to set up vibrations. Or, rent a big honking 3-jaw puller big enough to fit around the drum.

RE: drum brakes trouble
 

I guess you've already backed off the Parking brake. I think I would tryPB Blaster penetrating fluid and a hammer first. Rick's right you will need to work at breaking any rust holding the drum to the hub. I have never had to use a 3 jaw puller but it may take a little time. You can concentrate on hitting the center where the drum contants the hub.

RE: drum brakes trouble
 

me too i have trouble removing my break drum covers. maybe it already stick because of the rust.

rear brake druim stuck
 

99 campry. had the same prob. beat the hell of the drum and once you get it off, put on a new one.