BRAKELIGHT: October 1943

Drum Brakes and Wheel Pullers (October 1943)

Inspecting drum brakes was very labor intensive. Pulling the wheel was typically the only way to see the shoes.

Brake & Front End October, 1943: Inspecting drum brakes was very labor intensive. Pulling the wheel was typically the only way to see the shoes.

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