Sealey Vs035 Brake Shoe Spring Pliers

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The good thing about this approach is that it eases the tension on the lower spring so you will not need to use any tool to remove it. Attach the brake adjuster cable to the spring pin. Make it go around the cable guide you have just installed in the previous step.

Attach one end of the primary return spring leading brake shoe. Then use the same notched handle end of the pliers to pull the spring hook and slip it around the anchor stud.The second approach involves removing the spring directly without following any sequence. However, because the spring is under tension, you the brake pliers to unhook one end from the adjuster lever. This is where the open hook end of the drum brake pliers comes in handy. Steps Unfortunately, these brake pliers are not double-ended. Therefore, you can only use them to remove the brake shoe return springs. For the hold-down springs, you may need to use a pair of vise grips. Squeeze the handles of the pliers together to extend the spring. This will pull the spring hook right out of the adjuster plate hole.

When you step on the brake pedal, a hydraulic wheel cylinder in the drum brake assembly pushes the shoes outward against the drum. The lining on each shoe rubs against the side of the drum creating friction that stops the wheel from rotating. When you let go of the brake, the return springs pull the brake shoes off the drum and the wheel can rotate freely again. Lastly, remove the self adjuster cable from the stud by hand. Unhook it from the self-adjuster lever as well and put it aside. Well, that is how to use brake spring multi-tool pliers to remove and install all the springs in the drum brake assembly. You do not need to carry additional pliers or hand tools. But your pliers need to have all the features for working on different springs. Otherwise, you will need an extra pair of pliers such as vise grips along with the brake pliers. But you don’t want that, do you? Over time, brake shoe lining wears out and the whole brake shoe needs replacement. Sometimes it is the wheel cylinder or other drum brake hardware that needs replacement. Whichever the case, you cannot avoid dealing with brake springs whenever you are fixing the brake drum hardware. That is why it is nice to have a pair of drum brake spring pliers at hand. What Are Drum Brake Spring Pliers?Brake shoes are used in drum brake systems, with the lined shoe pressing against the inside of the drum to stop it moving. The drum is attached to the wheel making it a safe and effective way to make your car stop. Brakes and rear brake shoes are something that are extremely important for your safety and should never be neglected. The first approach requires you to remove the drum brake shoes first. So, you must start by removing the primary and secondary return springs, the self-adjuster cable, and the brake shoe hold-down springs. This then lets you remove the brake shoes. Once the slot on the plate and the pin align, stop compressing the spring spring so that it pops off from the pin to release the brake shoe. The Lisle 11260 has only two main downsides. One, the prong is too wide for hooking onto the brake shoe return springs of some US vehicles. This makes the pliers ideal for import cars such as Toyota, Honda, and Subaru among others. So, what features should you look for when buying brake spring pliers? Essential Features of the Best Drum Brake Spring Pliers

When looking for the best brake spring pliers that can handle a drum brake job alone without additional tools, you should look for these two essential features. 1. Strong and sturdy

Product must be currently advertised in print or electronic media (Including newspaper, catalogue, radio, television advertising or online) The next step is to install the bottom pin but first install the parking brake link with its spring on the right side. Also, set the wheel cylinder properly between the brake shoes at the top and the self-adjuster at the bottom. Now you are set to install the lower spring. Attaching the lower drum brake spring Once the brake shoe is off, you simply remove the bottom spring by hand. The bad thing about this approach is that you have to disassemble almost all drum brake hardware.

A good pair of drum brake pliers and a hammer are all you need to do a drum brake job. You do not need other pliers. Ideally, the brake pliers should have all the tools you need to remove or install the different types of springs that hold the drum brake hardware in place. That is why they are called multi tool pliers. The Hazet brake spring pliers are built to German quality. They are forged from chrome vanadium steel and are nicely machined. The hook on the jaw is sturdy and nicely tapered to grasp springs without a problem. The other jaw is nicely bent to provide the leverage you need when stretching out brake shoe springs. Wrap UpSpecial event, club or membership offers, third party promotions or prices not available to the general public If you want a touch of German quality on your brake pliers, you can consider the Hazet 796 brake spring pliers. They are not dual-end pliers. So you cannot use them to remove the brake shoe retainer springs or install the return springs. But they are excellent for removing stubborn return springs from the anchor stud on any car.