1957 tbird front brake drums rubbing

[e009061]

just purchased new frt drums. they are rubbing after i install the brg and nut. still looking for the rub point anyone had a similar deal i keep reminding myself that this is fun peace

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[zeroroadkill]

Did you arc the new shoes? You want some rubbing when adjusting the brakes.

 

[e009061]

i think i know what you mean grind the ends of the shoes down a bit?

 

[e009061]

also it is rubbing with no shoes at all assembled

 

[zeroroadkill]

Backing plate?
Are both sides rubbing?

 

[e009061]

i will put the lug nuts on and try to determine the metal contact. I will post results for fellow members thanks zeroroadkill

 

[e009061]

this is fun i put the lug nuts on to true up the drum and i have no rubbing yippee

 

[Cuul59]

If they’re only rubbing slightly this may be normal drag with new brake shoes. Please first adjust the shoes to get a very slight drag. Drive the car and As the shoes break in that rubbing sound will likely go away.