In the hopes of attracting any passing aussie ladies (and because i dont want to die when i can't stop the landy!) i have been having a go at the brakes on my 2A ;) Symptoms are that i have lots of pedal travel before getting and brakes and when they do grip it pulls back and forth (second point probably due to the oily mess inside the one front drum i took off tonight!).
My first question involves the adjusters on the rear (on a standard SWB axle)
Its been a few years since i last playes with my rear brakes.
The adjusters on my back axle dont seem to do anything - even on full adjust the hub can still spin freely. I was under the impression that i should be able to adjust it up and lock the hub fully up before turning it down a few clicks. The adjuster is turning and moving the leading pad a bit and the inside snail isnt overly worn (i replaced the adjuster 5ish years ago). The brake pads are less than half worn.
Does this imply that the drum itself is worn? or is there some other possible explanation? There is a slight step on the inside of the drum but it doesnt seem too major. It is easy to push on and get off even on full adjust. The drum is nice and shiny so it obviously works eventually.
Ta
ps - Richard - i will be seeing you again tommorrow for some front pads and hub seals!