Re: C5/C6 drum in hat parking brake issue
Ben,
Here is the odd thing, when I put the rotor on and push it firmly against the axle flange, I can spin the rotor with no issues. Only once I put the rim on and tighten the lug nuts, in a star pattern and in stages, does the drag intensify.
When I go back up to work on her, next weekend, I’ll attempt to cycle the parking brake lever a few times.
This is my first exposure to a Corvette set up. The adjuster spreads to circular brake shoe platform while two guides hold the device in close proximity to the backing plate. The passenger side has no where near the resistance when placed on the driver side. That’s why I suspect the warp, out of round, condition. If both locked up, I’d suspect an axle or flange issue.
Joe
1967 SS 396 Chevelle
Formerly Bolero Red
Soon to be a 427 equipped Tahoe Turquoise head turner!