HJ 45 Drum Brakes

Submitted: Tuesday, Jun 17, 2008 at 19:45
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Hi all. I'm having some problems with the braking system on my 1976 Landcruiser. Just to satisfy my curiosity, I performed this primitive test in my paddock (under controlled conditions!). I applied the brakes hard so that they would lock up and skid. I did this a few times. I opened the door and looked out as I was doing this and noticed that only the front wheels lock up. I even applied the brakes with my left foot and the back wheels would still drive no probs. Just the front brakes work. I drained the (very) old brake fluid and bled the entire system and still the rear brakes don't work. I checked the wheel cylinders and they do operate. I also checked the brake pipes and all looks good. I'm suspecting the master cylinder. The pistons perhaps? I don't know. When I was bleeding the rear brakes, fluid would come out. It's good I have a tailshaft drum hand brake!
Any replies appreciated.
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