Re: How to adjust rear brakes(drums)??? (archive)

Yes, there are two adjusters - that will more than likely be rusted and
frozen - on each wheel. I believe that they are 19mm. The best way to
attack them is to jack the car up, take off the wheel,
reach behind the wheel assembly and locate the two bolt heads (they are
at approximately 10 and 2). Using a wrench, pull down to tighten, up to
loosen. You want to get them tight enough so the wheel doesn't turn and
then back them off a quarter of a turn. If you can move the bolt head
and you get no adjustment, you need new shoes. If you can't move them
then the best thing is to take of the hub - there is a hex screw that
holds it on and soak the adjuster bolt from both sides with liquid
wrench for a day or so. Then try again. If all else failes, apply heat!
You might also want to adjust the emergency brake - especially if it takes more than four clicks before it sets.
Bob
http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Garage/7583/BMW320I.htm
Hi!
I just noticed that my rear drum brakes are not working right. The left drum brakes but the right one does not.
Is there any thing that can be done like some regulation or adjustment anywhere???
Thanks for your help, Alejandro
1981 320/6

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