'72 250 rear brakes

['72f250]

i got this truck in feb. and have tried to put off checking the brakes as long as i could. stupid move. now the left rear is making a rubbing noise so i have to check it out. the thing is, im not sure how to get the rear drums off, this is all new to me. do you have to take the axles out? do i have the drain the rearend to do that? help me out guys, i dont have a clue

[layedout72]

you SHOULD be able to just pull the wheel off and pry it off if it doesnt just slide off. might take some muscle, dont go swingin hammers at it!

[Blue Cloud]

You'll have to pull the axles to take the drums off if you have a Dana 60 rearend. Pretty simple job.

[Blue Cloud]

Oops, forgot to say you don't have to drain the rearend, you might lose alittle gearoil when you pull the axles, but not much. I would install new oil seals while it's apart. Then check the gearoil level after it's put back together.

[averagef250]

Yep, definitely have to pull the axles. The right socket for the spindle nuts makes it a smooth job too. it's also best to use RTV on the axle flange when re-installing as opposed to the paper or metal gaskets the factory used.

[Wes]

it's also best to use RTV on the axle flange when re-installing as opposed to the paper or metal gaskets the factory used.

Whats wrong w/ the metal gaskets I've never had 1 leak.

['72f250]

hey thanks everybody, you were right, it was no big deal. this was all new to me because all the cars ive had before (fairmont, '91 mustang, '77 f-100) had rear drum but it was completely different on this one. thanks for your input. shes all ready to roll now.