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My rear brakes are snatching and making a loud grinding sound when i try to stop. I have replaced the drums rotors brakes and brake lines but still have the problem of my brakes adjusting out on their own. i'm not sure what the problems is i need help?

  • Mike Butler
    Mike Butler May 11, 2010

    I hate to ask this but, are you 100% sure you put it all back together correctly? primary & secondary shoes in proper places, self adjuster etc?

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I had a problem with that. It may be moisture in the air causing the brakes to catch. What I did was just ride them for a while and they should go back to normal.

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Hi,were the brakes repaired professionally?Or did you do it yourself? I think maybe the auto adjusters have been installed incorrectly or are seized.

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