How can I strengthen my hand brakes?
Pull the handbrake lever ‘on’ until slight resistance is felt at the lever; then try turning each rear wheel. Each should turn with equal resistance. If they do not, tighten the cable on the slacker side until both feel equal. Tighten the locknuts.
Can you over tighten a handbrake?
So how do you know if your handbrake needs adjustment? The average number of handbrake clicks from down to up should be between 5 and 8. Anything above 8 could suggest that your handbrake needs to be made tighter and likewise, less than 5 clicks means it’s too tight and can cause your rear brakes to drag.
How do you change the brake pads on a VW Transporter?
With the piston pushed back into the caliper, you it should look something like the photo on the right. Its worth checking the dust seal around the piston and replacing if necessary. You can now take the new brake pads and apply a small amount of copper grease to the back of the pads.
How to replace the rear brake drum on a VW?
Volume #4 begins by showing several ways to remove the rear axle nut that holds the rear brake drum on. Once off we inspect the different brakes parts and show how to replace a faulty rear axle grease seal which can ruin new brakes if not corrected.If you are just getting into the VW mechanic thing, you NEED this DVD.
Can you use WD40 on rear brake pads?
Use caution when turning the pistons in, keep an eye on the boot. If the boot starts to twist, use brake clean on it. Do not use any type of oil. No WD40, use only brake clean. Ask Your Own VW Question Was this answer helpful? Yes No Finish How JustAnswer works Describe your issueThe assistant will guide you
Where is the grease seal on a VW Beetle?
Grease Seal, Front Wheel, 1968-79 Beetle and Ghia, 111-405-641B is pressed into the brake drum. It keeps the grease in the brake drum and wheel bearings, and off the brake shoes. These should be changed when you change the front wheel bearings.