DIY Rear Brake drums Job

Struggling with the idea about tackling my drum brakes. I think it’s time and then some for a full replacement of every part I can. I have however convinced myself this job is too much for me even though I just replaced the timing belt and every part you remove while doing timing belt, suspension and all ball joints and some other things. Somehow I’m sure I’ll screw this up is what I tell myself.

are drums simple enough to do? I’ve only replaced pads, rotors and calipers.

 

If you figured out the timing belt I'm positive you can figure out the rear drums. They aren't that difficult. Take pictures and video of where everything goes before you disassemble. Also, if you get stuck you can also look at the opposite side for reference. Do one side at a time of course.

You should know Toyota has discontinued some of the parts like the self adjusters.

How many miles on the truck?

 

They’re somewhat simple. Just use one side as a guide while doing the other side. You’ll need a special tool to make it easy to release the spring that holds each pad in place. Getting the long spring back on is probably the biggest pain in the ass and requires vice grips.

 

I’m at 220k

 

You got this.

https://youtu.be/6wjT8Iz43zk

 

I appreciate that and the link. I know my Parkin break doesn’t work so I’ll have to figure that out as well. I’m in Michigan and I’m headed to Montana soon enough. I just wanted to be responsibly ready for the mountains

 

A good read.

https://www.tundras.com/threads/rear-brake-adjustment-theory-and-practice.99575/

 

I'd probably sell the truck and get a new one in Montana. Unless the frame has been replaced on yours, it's probably in pretty rotten shape, suspect you can find better in Montana.

Getting that rear parking brake dialed in is pretty crucial to brake function. Do heed the above, it's easy enough to service the OEM adjuster, and it seems to be the only one folks have found that actually fits/works perfectly every time. Buy some brake grease! Download the FSM for your truck. Or pay someone if you're not confident.