Re: removing rear brake drum on 52 300

Posted by Peter Packard On 2007/12/3 3:36:27

G'day Boro and all, On really recalcitrant axle hubs you may be tempted to use some oxy-acetylene on the taper, whilst applying a reasonably high puller force. This expansion of the drum taper slightly ahead of the axle taper will achieve the desired result, but you must be very careful not to overheat the axle as it may change the temper of the axle and lead to a fracture in the future ( usually when doing over 60 mph, according to Murphy's law). If it is a "really stuck axle", talk to a few older auto-shop people to get an idea of the non-destructive techniques available. Best Regards, Peter Toet