Drum brakes may seem old-school, but they’re still used on many vehicles today—especially in the rear. In this video, we break down how drum brakes work, why they’re still around, and how to spot signs of wear or failure.

🔧 What you’ll learn:

How drum brakes work (shoes, drums, wheel cylinders, return springs)

The difference between drum and disc brakes

Why many cars still use drum brakes in the rear

Signs of worn or failing drum brakes (noise, grabbing, soft pedal)

Why proper adjustment and cleaning matters

How drum brake self-adjusters work (and when they don’t)

Common service procedures and inspection tips

Real-world shop examples of worn components and failed hardware

If you own a Toyota, Ford, Honda, Subaru, or any vehicle with rear drum brakes, this video will help you understand maintenance, safety, and performance.

⚠️ Ignoring drum brake maintenance can lead to uneven stopping, long pedal travel, and dangerous brake failure.
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I hope you enjoy my out takes and gifs I “borrowed”. Please leave a comment, eventually there may be so many that I dont answer them, but not yet. I plan to make a video explaining our side of the aftermarket insurance scam that is “extended warranties”. Well see how that goes.

I hope this helps you undertand a bit more about your vehicle and make what we do make a little more sense. Please let me know if you have anything specifically that you want to learn. I have been toying with the idea of doing some tech training videos. Let me know what you think.

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