The ULTIMATE Guide on How to Replace Drum Brakes

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Drum brake replacement. Learn how to replace your drum brakes including the wheel cylinder and bleeding the brakes. This is the only video you need to watch to learn everything you need to know about replacing drum brakes!
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Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. This video was supported by Advance Auto Parts and all opinions are truthfully my own. I already shop there and use their brakes on my cars so it was a perfect fit! ChrisFix assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. ChrisFix recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not ChrisFix.

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@FireBlade57 3 года назад

Dude, you saved me so thousands of repair costs over the years with all the stuff I'm doing myself on my car! Thanks a ton!

@Ready__xx__minecraft 3 года назад

Chrisfix you did the same thing to me you saved me $1000 because the dealer asked me $2000 the $1000 was the price of all the drum break meteriol.

@tjdefelice8228 3 года назад

This kid was born to help. Makes everything look easy. I'm buying stuff to fix rust from a different video 🤣

@yousefbhoyroo6960 3 года назад

Really why save millions

@mikisafe2905 3 года назад

And you learn too not only saving money thats the good point.

@babyfactory587 3 года назад

I fix everyone’s cars with RU-vid . I hate spending money (;

@randywl8925 Год назад

Dad taught me how these are done over 50 years ago. He taught me to only do one side at a time and use the other as a reference if needed. Today with cell phone cameras, it's not as necessary, but sometimes seeing the physical brake parts installed is better than a photo. Very well explained. 👍

@666dynomax Год назад

back in the day of the hayes or if youre lucky the chilton manual

@randywl8925 Год назад

@@666dynomax I got a couple of those old manuals plus a David desired and other good old how-to books. I'm 65 and I have one of my dad's old books, how to fix your Chevrolet or something like that. Love those old books.

@patriot3431 10 месяцев назад

My dad told me to layout the parts as if they were on the car and then place the old parts in the same manner on the ground.

@enocholivas9129 9 месяцев назад

That's great advice. Thank you

@enocholivas9129 9 месяцев назад

Thank you for making this video.

@southerntrucker7587 Год назад

Is anyone else in 2023 waiting for the drum brakes to brake caliber conversion? Lol We know ur a busy man. Thanks for this video and all the others you've done that helps a lot!

@maxchiu 4 месяца назад

I'm still waiting

@badhorse1640 3 месяца назад

Same

@pedroaguerrevere9118 3 месяца назад

front drum brakes are driven me crazy. My 1977 cj5 is 4 drum brakes. Conversion here in Venezuela (today)is almost impossible.

@PFirefly06 Месяц назад

You're gonna wait a long time for caliber conversion. Maybe forever. Caliper conversion though...

@DenJSmith Месяц назад

@@PFirefly06can I use 40 cal in my 10 mm. LOL

@josephdavis1087 2 года назад

Dude because of you Ive become fearless and protective of my car. Theres very little i wont tackle myself now. Ive finally invested in alot if tools because of the confidence ive gotten with you over the years. Youre the best man.

@chrisfix 2 года назад

That's awesome Joseph!

@jeffh6889 3 года назад

Man I’ve been too nervous to change drum brakes for YEARS, but I feel much more confident now that I’ve seen this video. You’re an excellent teacher, and I greatly appreciate how thorough you were with this lesson!

@geo_eatz4043 Год назад

Same

@sasquatchrosefarts Год назад

He put way too much anti seize. When it gets hot it will run. Keep it super thin everywhere , except on threads. Then go thorough, but thin.

@101Volts Год назад

Don't use the screwdriver and pliers method, you might end up like my scarred eyebrow; I hit myself with pliers while trying to pull the spring on. I nearly went blind in one eye, but I only hit myself in the eyebrow. It's best to use the right tool. That said, I goofed like this because to get close enough to attempt putting the spring on, I _really_ had to tug on the pliers hard. Maybe other springs aren't as tough?

@Weeblicker Год назад

@@101Volts he did say, wear eye protection

@oygsnazzy6035 Год назад

@@101Volts literally 90 seconds into the video dude lol come on

@lowmaks 2 года назад

I know it's been said dozens of times here, but this is the best instructional video I've ever seen, even outside of RU-vid. You have a gift, Chris. There may be better mechanics in this world, and there might be better teachers, but I'd bet a paycheck there isn't a better mechanic instructor. Thank you, Chris. Well done.

@ryanwesneski5359 Месяц назад

He's great in a lot of ways but his critical addition to his DIY vids is the use of POV shots, it adds so much in terms of being able to see everything he is doing and giving you a better sense of positioning and confidence. It's such a no brained to shoot videos in this manner but so few people bother with it. A POV shot makes all the difference imo

@Bananabeachflorida 5 лет назад

Holy crap , I have never seen a tutorial so easy to follow, so clean , no over talking, to the point, great vid editing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@badhorse1640 3 месяца назад

Hey Chris. I just wanted to stop and say thank you. I started working on vehicles like 10 years ago. I found your channel around 8 years ago. I've rebuilt many things and consider myself a pretty good mechanic, but I've never touched drum brakes. Almost 10 years later, I still find myself coming back to your videos. Chris, I literally can not tell you the number of times I've come back to your videos just to reference them. You gave me the confidence I needed to really take being a mechanic seriously. I literally can't thank you enough.

@chrisfix 3 месяца назад

I am glad the videos have helped you out numerous times throughout the years! Thanks a lot!

@hanksadventures4132 4 года назад

Ive been a mechanic for awhile now, and was sent here due to the youtube algorithm, and Chris makes drum breaks look sooooooo easy. Im over here yelling at the car and hitting the pads with rubber mallets to get them to line up right. Chris is just like: hold my hand tools, im going in

@mrwood8566 3 года назад

Hey would you happen to know what would happen to my car if I turn it on and press the brake while the car doesnt have wheels or drums ?

@hanksadventures4132 3 года назад

Depends. If it's rear wheel drive (assuming the drums are on the rear) and put in drive, hubs will spin at an increasingly faster rate until max rotational speed is reached. At that point, either catastrophic failure or heat builds up in the diff and it fails after x amount of time. Only way to stop it is to turn off the vehicle or place it in neutral until the rotation stops. If it's front wheel drive, the brakes will grab the rotors and stop the wheels/hubs.

@tonygibbons5 3 года назад

Hey Hank's Adventure, could I ask you...I recently got my rear drum brakes replaced as the shoes were worn down. Since the break job I have been getting like a chirping noise when braking (gentle braking like approaching a red light, not forceful braking). It sounds like a rubbing or catching, and the "chirp" is faster or slower relative to yr speed of the car. The mechanic tried to fob me off saying it was maybe wheel bearing or shocks/struts, but it only happens when breaking and I only noticed it since the brake job. Could it be something as simple as the shoe rubbing on the backing plate or needing some lubrication? Thank you for reading this! 🙏

@trickyricky12147 2 месяца назад

@@tonygibbons5Maybe your rear drum brakes shoes need to be adjusted with the star wheel adjuster that usually located at the bottom or sometimes the top on some makes. Did you ever service the front brakes? Maybe you need to replace the pads and rotors for your front disc brakes?

@kingg1omar516 7 лет назад

hey Chris, a new feature I think some people might like is in the end of your vid you say how much it cost to do the job at home and how much it might cost at the mechanic. so we can see how much were actually saving

@thatboywhocantsnipe 7 лет назад

Kingg1 Omar that's actually a solid idea :)

@NevelinStoichev 7 лет назад

Kingg1 Omar very nice idea

@kingg1omar516 7 лет назад

+Nivela Games thanks man

@aserta 7 лет назад

It would be nice, he did have some kind of cost sheet at some point if memory serves me well, but, there's no doubt that you're saving money (and if you do it right, safety) by doing it yourself. I'm not advocating everyone do it, if you're not certain about it, by all means, spring for the top quality shop to do it, but for any person that knows how to hold a screwdriver right, this is much more economic.

@algo3an 7 лет назад

You'd definitely save a lot doing it yourself. how much? I don't know. But it's worth it anyway

@ulfbjornson4930 10 месяцев назад

Drums are more annoying than anything else

@Underwearscares 4 месяца назад

I just spent 6 hours on one because I couldn’t fit the drum back on. Turns out I just needed to squeeze the shoes in while fitting the drum on. Dang it lol

@ytworldwidenemesis 2 месяца назад

most underrated comment

@juc3eoncs32 Месяц назад

They also last several times longer than rotor style brakes

@ulfbjornson4930 Месяц назад

@@juc3eoncs32 don't get me wrong. I love my drums. However working on em is a different story

@owen_vlogs706 Месяц назад

Yeah just learned that on my truck

@reptileosu3578 3 года назад

I'm so glad I bought a Ford Ranger, cause Chris's truck is practically the same. Saves me from a ton of pain.

@averyjohnson7815 5 лет назад

Yes still wanting the drum to disc conversion sir love the videos

@hagbard72 5 лет назад

Given that the video never appeared it must have gone terribly wrong.

@averyjohnson7815 5 лет назад

I agree

@coler154 5 лет назад

@penn707 link?

@hectorestrada4744 5 лет назад

I been looking for that lol. So never did it huh?

@top-notchcontracting2248 5 лет назад

Lol I want to see that to because other videos I watched were super involved

@jojomama4787 7 лет назад

as an OLD man I never had a camera to take photos of the brake ...I just take the other drum off and look at the other brake as reference...by the way,you provide a superb service, I'm sure folks are very appreciative...thank you!!!

@sgtbilko4814 4 года назад

Excellent video. I really like Chris' positive attitude and am so thankful for the time he puts into these. I just did my Ranger rear drums and set the self adjuster just a bit too tight. It was hard to separate the friction from the brake shoes from the usual friction of moving the rear end and driveshaft, so I thought it was correct, but obviously wasn't. So went for a test drive and smelled burning brakes. Put my hand on the rim and drum and it was smoking hot. So backed off the self adjuster a few turns and now all is well. Anyway, thought others could learn from my misstep. So doesn't hurt to take it for a test drive and put your hand (carefully) on the rims and drums afterwards, just to be sure there's no friction.

@donewithutube 2 года назад

The best explanation of drum brakes I have heard. I've been working on stuff for 25+ years and drum brakes were still intimidating. I was regearing my rear end, and was more worried about the drums than setting up the R&P 🤷‍♂️. I have successfully installed drum brakes a few times, but it has always been a struggle. The explanation of what exactly everything does took the misery out of it. I still believe these were invented by Rube Goldberg, but at least I have a basic understanding of why these are assembled the way they are. Thanks for yet another excellent tutorial.

@Hunter_Dawso 7 лет назад

First of all, everyone here should gladly enjoy ChrisFix's videos, and with that said, everyone have a good day and eventually a happy new year!

@andreshernandez7277 7 лет назад

hunter dawso seen what you did there 😂👍

@mariagaray7619 7 лет назад

hunter dawso

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

hahaha, this is awesome! Happy new year!

@warrior-of-love4379 7 лет назад

who else gets excited when Chris uploads new vid!?best diy channel rh!

@mds6387 2 года назад

Been doing brakes for many years, about over a decade. Never knew about the wrench trick for the springs. Very nice video, and everything is 100% spot on. I've seen some shops do a lot worse, and cut corners, but not all shops do though.

@jamescannon7267 2 года назад

Your videos are, in my opinion, stellar. I’m a visual learner, showing how the drum works, excellent. Your before and after shots, super informative. Your energy keeps me watching and I never take long blinks. Your knowledge, you never shudder for words you know what you’re going to say and you say it using proper descriptions. You could be a film maker, thank you Chris you have given me inspiration and confidence, you are the Man….. thanks you from Napa, California, “Wine Country”…….

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Thanks a lot

@trickyricky12147 2 месяца назад

So NAPA Auto Parts comes from "wine country"? Interesting🍷🍷🤔lol

@jdgm85 3 года назад

4 years later I still waiting the drum to disk brake conversion

@cachoraman 3 года назад

I pray for that will come soon XD

@brice.h4833 3 года назад

Same

@cogtager 3 года назад

Dude I need to watch that damn video for my truck 😂 drum brakes are old tech 😭

@polaris6644 3 года назад

He's just getting his money's worth out of the brand new drum brakes he installed lol

@ac-130fan 3 года назад

I just got a 1989 Pontiac Firebird and they come with drum brakes which I find quite ridiculous so I’ve been waiting for a ChrisFix video on how to do a disc conversion.

@tempest9232 7 лет назад

I will never do this on my own car, but ill watch this whole vid cuz its so entertaining

@miket713 7 лет назад

Garrett P what are you scared.. Or it doesn't apply

@Alex-bq3kp 7 лет назад

Mike T Doesn't apply, none of my cars have disc brakes 😂

@tempest9232 7 лет назад

oh shit my car doesnt even have drum brakes lol

@xyt0435 7 лет назад

I just replaced my 4 brake pads and rotors by study from his video lol

@amishdinkledork 7 лет назад

ROFL

@laurenfranz8810 5 лет назад

This is, without question, the best repair video I've ever seen! It was very clearly filmed and explained, with just the right amount of information. Nice job!

@greghill1106 Год назад

I always got the same comments from my friends when I would ask them if they could do my brakes " I haven't ever done drum brakes". I've put this off forever,paying through the nose to have a mechanic do them for me. One of the best how-to videos I've seen ( there's one guy who fixes lawnmowers that's as concise as you) !!! You've really illuminated the drum brake issue for me,looking forward to more to come!

@isimongames5347 4 года назад

Little tip: You could do one drum at a time, to use a live reference(your other drum with the springs on) on the other side of your car :)

@ironhorse127 4 года назад

I always do that when I do drum brakes. GREAT TIP! Thanks

@patriciamariemitchel 4 года назад

Very important. Keeps you from going nuts.

@ixionn563 4 года назад

This is probably the best tip for drum brakes, and I used the hell out of it. I don't know about anyone else, but it seems like no matter how many reference pictures I take I always end up missing an angle I need.

@markh.6687 3 года назад

Take apart ALL the things!

@jiismo 3 года назад

unless the last numnut in there did them wrong.

@niceboy161 7 лет назад

I've never felt so satisfied with a RU-vid video as much as I am now with this one. You're the best!!

@jaguiar45 5 лет назад

I just changed my drum brakes and I didn't have to look at the repair manual I just looked at your video. Your videos are great.

@bjornefellhanded9708 3 года назад

You rock bruv. Your vids have helped me do disk brakes on 3 cars, drum brakes on my Ranger, major annual servicing on 3 different vehicles, and a timing belt and water pump. Appreciate the time you've taken and wanted to say thank you.

@kickinwinghotboi883 4 года назад

Old ChrisFix: "hey guys chrisfix here.." New ChrisFix: " HEY GUYS CHRISFIX HERE!"

@sovietscrapmechanic5058 4 года назад

It used to be “I’m gonna show you how to”

@gtrhro5str 4 года назад

HAHA one of the things i noticed too

@angelovillasenor4636 4 года назад

Yeah. 😎😂😇😊🤟

@Sparky5 2 года назад

Ad revenue makes people really excited.

@sbrown888 5 лет назад

This is by far the best 'how to' video I think I've ever seen on RU-vid. Great job ChrisFix.

@franktrice1497 5 лет назад

I'll second that. It's nice to see someone explain what they are doing without fumbling around trying to figure out what they are doing while they are trying to explain what they are doing. ChrisFix did a great job. Clear, concise, keep it simple explanation. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@OCmeiwaku 4 года назад

one of the best most articulated instructions Ive viewed for any DIY project ever. including my own !!

@lyndentinkerer9914 Год назад

Wow, what a great video..... I just did the drum brakes on my son in law's Ford Ranger..... the information in here (and in the comments) was super helpful. Nice work, Chris Fix!

@TheSFMCreators 7 лет назад

I don't have a car with drum brakes. Heck, I don't even have a car. Yet I still watched the entire video

@Tool0GT92 7 лет назад

Learn all your can so when you get a car you can work on it.

@t3survival783 7 лет назад

Mac Doodles Learn! There is no feeling like the feeling you get when you beat the system of paying overpriced labor costs from these shops that promise the world!

@t3survival783 7 лет назад

Mac Doodles I can tell you I've thrown money at a lean code problem at my truck. But I still have saved thousands doing work on my truck.

@BoomBrush 7 лет назад

same here! i think chris has hit the sweet spot between satisfying, entertainment and education videos.

@Tool0GT92 7 лет назад

T3Survival For real, this one guy paid $1500 for two rear shocks in his e46 BMW, in reality they are $200 in parts and can be done in under an hour with basic hand tools.

@neutrodyne 4 года назад

He did a very nice job on this video. I have always reused the old hardware and never had any problems with them. When possible I like to remove the drum and use a regular water hose and just hose off everything inside the brakes. It saves on using chemicals and works for me. Last, when installing or uninstalling the top springs I clamp the vise grips on to the top of the spring and pull the spring over the top post. You can also have a machine shop turn your drums if they aren't to bad in order to save some money.

@tgsmith2012 5 лет назад

Thanks Chris! I just finished changing drum brakes by myself for the first time thanks to you!

@chrisfix 5 лет назад

Nice work!

@lumberjack8316 5 лет назад

Glad it worked, im doing my first on Saturday, this video explained so well and made it seem so eazy.

@Dajones9191 24 дня назад

This is my first time working on my truck myself 😂 after reading comments and watching some videos, I can see it's going to be fun.

@chrisfix 24 дня назад

It is actually a good time to learn how to do stuff on your own. It feels really good after you struggle a bunch to get the job done! Good luck and let me know how it goes!

@garrettwalraven2552 10 месяцев назад

Chris. I love you man. You've saved me thousands...you've also ignited my passion for mechanics...making it more enjoyable than stressful. ..God bless you man ❤

@yunggrip9988 4 года назад

U narrate PERFECTLY as well as show how it’s done without all the EXTRA talk. U are a wonderful teacher💯💯💯💯💯

@RandySimmonsRiverside 2 года назад

Wow! Great job. Thanks a bunch for re-educating this old timer on how to replace drum brakes. Did it as a kid with my beater cars, but it's been awhile.

@alansadanowicz9368 Год назад

Bought a 2003 Ranger for work. Found out both drums were seized up. Have never worked on drum brakes before. As usual I watched a ChrisFix video and had no issues removing drums that were stuck, replaced the shoes, hardware and wheel cylinders. Had a leaky brake line fitting, took care of that as well (not sure if you have a brake line bending video). You're the man. Thank You

@chrisfix Год назад

Awesome! Glad the video was helpful! I will be doing a brake line and fitting video so stay tuned!

@user-he5ok6ok6r 4 года назад

ChrisFix is a great mechanic that makes perfect tutorials on almost every aspect of repairing and maintaining your car. I have now saved thousands of dollars thanks to him and hope to start flipping trucks soon. Who knows how much cash he has saved his viewers. I am so appreciative of these videos, thanks Chris!!

@chrisfix 4 года назад

I'm glad you've saved some money because of the videos! Thanks a lot Taylor!

@michael-499 4 года назад

The BEST instructor I have ever known. To be so young and full of knowledge blows my mind. Anytime I experience a vehicle issue I always check out Chris’s you tube channel first. Thank you for sharing your gift (talents). BTW, I own a 2000 Mazda B3000 p/u same color like yours. You make tackling projects effortlessly. Your instructions are precise, you need to sell instructional videos. Again thanks for all. Does Dad still own the Jag? Does Mom still fly in her T-bird?

@jaredgriffith2148 3 года назад

You

@danielbuhler9422 Год назад

Man! You did such a great job explaining everything! Your camera angles were on point! You are a great instructor! Any young mechanic would be very lucky to have you mentoring them. My job was not nearly as fast, but it did get completed because of your video, thanks again Chris!!

@Rickster818 7 лет назад

Seeing this makes me really appreciate my disk brakes lol

@JillyBean860 7 лет назад

Rikster Me too. I'm cringing watching him do this job.

@Shwalker07 7 лет назад

Most cars still use drum hardware inside the rear rotor for the parking brakes unless you have it on the caliper like on those new calipers he bought. I have seen those parking brake shoes for disc brakes wear out or the brake material gets cracked or even separate off of the shoe on older vehicles.

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

haha which is why we will be doing a conversion!

@jorfizzle23 7 лет назад

why? he did such a good job. when i replace drum brakes its not nearly as good as him.

@MrRevolverJack 7 лет назад

ChrisFix hey chris did you already made a video of the drum brake conversion ?

@jpnx7402 Год назад

Best video I've found on doing drum brakes. Thank you. Tonight I started the rear drums on my '37 Buick Special. First time doing brakes, and so far it's as easy as the video.

@chrisfix Год назад

Thanks a lot! Let me know how it goes!

@DennysCountryLife 7 лет назад

Thanks Chris! I've done drum brakes before, and never like doing them, mostly because I'm not familiar with them (pics are a huge help). This video will make a great reference to keep things on track in the future. I've replaced motors, done head gaskets, and various other big jobs, but for some reason, I hate drum brakes. Ha ha. Thanks for the help man!

@mookett 7 лет назад

Me too mate

@noonce 6 лет назад

Same! But feeling more confident after watching this about three times

@scottgross4704 6 лет назад

Denny's Country Life , and the rest of your choice

@BOB-mw6pe 7 лет назад

best thing about chrisfix is that he has 1.5 million subscribers and still answer tons of comments not like other youtubers who ull find having 200k subscribers and say he has alot so he can't reply

@FDworksTV 7 лет назад

Xx_BOB_xX true!!

@williamalbrecq8826 4 года назад

You make some of the most detailed and complete videos on this kinda stuff out there! I DIG YOUR ENERGY. I turned wrenches for a living many years ago and I still find you're videos entertaining and informative. Keep doing what you're doing and I'll keep watchin'

@TheRichardgomm 2 года назад

Top tip! Always operate the handbrake and foot brake a couple of times before checking the resistance on the rear drum.

@devilishmodz598 7 лет назад

Hey Chris don't forget to change your blinker fluid before winter hits us it could be dangerous with bad blinker fluid

@frankgonzalez24 7 лет назад

DevilishModz I think he would be more worried about rotating from summer air to winter air in the tires as winter air gives more traction on snow and ice filled roads.

@I_Am_Michael 7 лет назад

don't forget autumn air for those wet leaf filled roads in october.

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

Thanks for the tip! I have a video on that here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-E6GsXhBb10k.html

@jeffmcfaniel169 5 лет назад

Don't forget to grease your muffler bearings. Lol

@tonygutierrez5578 7 лет назад

Chris, you are an excellent instructor.

@majorviolation5707 5 лет назад

Well done mate, best drum replacement video I've seen. I like the way you just keep moving forward and explain things well. Keep up the good work mate, cheers.

@MrDawgpause 2 года назад

Chris, you inspired me to get back to working in my own vehicles! Your Super Clean series is awesome too! Just bought a 93 Toyota Pickup project and having a great time. Thanks man!

@TransformHypnosis 5 лет назад

1:23 underappreciated transition

@goodyking6732 5 лет назад

@Jackson Stock Good eye

@drpicmeup 5 лет назад

Damn yeah that was slick asf haha nice

@callofdutyblack1000 5 лет назад

it was so well done no none noticed it :(

@dannymagee8202 5 лет назад

1:43 is even better

@luckyseven2614 4 года назад

Jackson Stock at 425 is pretty good too

@DylanBegazo 4 года назад

I love how organized the workshop is. I’m a man that loves knowing where everything is, neat ☺️

@Retroweld 7 лет назад

Dang man. I don't know how you do it. Perfection at its finest. Awesome job.

@coyfishhh Год назад

I ALWAYS (and I recommend you also watch multiple videos of the same fix.) Yet this guy has been consistently the best (to my acutual experience under the car), gives more tips, covers multiple scenarios, and the videos are consice.

@nbpt1000 6 лет назад

You are now a pro at this. great vid. To the point with relevant info and good video shots to support it. Efficient and well edited. ThanksT You earned the huge audience and all the thumbs up!

@chrisfix 6 лет назад

Thanks a lot!

@enzopianelli6081 6 лет назад

Thank you Chris. I used it to successfully change out my 2001 Honda Accord rear drums. Yeah!!!

@chrisfix 6 лет назад

Nice work!!!!

@Slytheslayer 3 года назад

Chris, What makes me love these brake videos even more is the fact I just picked up a 2000 Ford Ranger and these apply exactly to what I’m doing. Thanks for the content.

@dalekundtz760 3 года назад

After I did the rear brakes, I usually start to back up slowly and apply the brakes. This helps the self-adjusters to adjust. I am an old man and that was how I was taught back in 1969 which has worked for me all these years.

@kengomes4052 4 года назад

Great instructional video , no BS was right to the point and fast moving. Very good job Chris

@JewishJuice 6 лет назад

You produce some of the best, most thought out and well produced videos on RU-vid. Great job.

@chrisfix 6 лет назад

Thanks a lot Travis!

@matthewjohnson5167 7 лет назад

I love the effort you put into everyone of your videos!

@debbiecooley5245 2 года назад

Thank you so very very much for this detailed step by step video on how to change the drums! Here in the last month I've been having to do repair work on my own Toyota sienna. Gas prices are so high and repair costs have gone up. I am 60 years old and just a couple days ago, I replaced the two complete replacement headlights and front brake pads. Now I have to change the drums and I'm going to get a whole kit so that way the back side will be completely new. And your video has shown me excellent details on how to repair this!

@manthonychavez 7 лет назад

I love how you keep improving your videos! Compared to your older versions, this one is super streamlined and efficiently edited. Thank you QUESTION-- Does anyone have any additional tips? Notice anything you would have differently? Please post here

@manthonychavez 7 лет назад

1. Consider wearing a dust mask. Brake dust is not very good for human bodies. 2. A (superior?) alternative to a flare nut wrench is the Vise Grips Locking Wrench. It's only a few dollars more and one Vise Grip adjusts to several sizes of flare nut. www.amazon.com/Vise-Grip-Locking-Wrench-Wire-Cutter/dp/B00004SBB8

@All2Skitzd 7 лет назад

I wouldn't of used those drums, The one's that was on it was probably okay and the one's he put on don't look safe. If I really need a new drum I would try to pull a OEM one from the junkyard before using that one. I wouldn't of used so much anti seize. I wouldn't of replaced the cylinder with that cheap auto parts store one that's made by a mistry brand probably equal to the cheapest one you can get on the internet and if buying from a auto parts store ends up costing as much as a better brand would of on rock auto or some place like that, but why crack open your brake system to replace that with one that is more likely to fail then the factory one. You're going to probably be able to see it if the factory one is leaking but the new one could leak and you wont even know.

@nathanrspain 7 лет назад

All2skitzd He's going to be converting it all over to disc brakes so he probably just got the cheapest crap he could buy for the sake of making the video.

@All2Skitzd 7 лет назад

***** Yeah, he said in the video that advanced hooked him up with the parts, I was just saying as far as tips and suggestions go when doing a job like this.

@lauralee28 7 лет назад

When I put the new drums on, I adjust the shoes before I slide the drums on so that the drums have a slight amount of friction. This is usually all you need for initial adjustment I also gravity bleed the brakes on the side I finished while working on the other side. Just make sure the master cylinder reservoir doesn't run dry!

@teknotech 3 года назад

Chris, you are a teacher! Thank you very much for your great video. I have always been impressed with your enthusiasm to share knowledge with people, and I can't neglect to tell you how much I appreciate it.

@SonicofWars 4 года назад

This helped us reassemble our drum brakes, thanks a lot for your help Chris!

@danilovillanueva6061 Год назад

I'm from the Philippines and I love watching all your instructional videos. Now i'm doing the works for my cars by myself and confident i will be doing it the right way because of you. You save me a lot of money. THANKS A LOT AND GOD BLESS.

@JonathanFernandez-hu6wx 7 лет назад

hey can you do a video on how to super clean your engine bay

@JonathanFernandez-hu6wx 7 лет назад

Righttttt

@daevid21 7 лет назад

Tony Fernandez cover your wires and MAF sensor with a plastic bag them spray lightly with all purpose cleaner them wash then dry

@daevid21 7 лет назад

Don't spray hard light spray water 💦

@JonathanFernandez-hu6wx 7 лет назад

ok noted, thank you very much. ill try and do it tomorrow

@djorkode1 7 лет назад

Asked him this same question about 4 months ago, got a reply from him saying he'll do it soon but nope, nothing yet!

@juancabeza5809 7 лет назад

I am looking forward for the drum to disc conversion!... Be safe Chris, if something happens to you I'll be forced to start reading about all the things you teach us here in this channel... I cant stand the arrogance of other car guys in RU-vid.

@themechanic6117 7 лет назад

Juan Cabeza I hear you. I try to edit my videos the same way.

@juancabeza5809 7 лет назад

The mech a nic I dont know man!... Chris is doing a great job so far!... If Chris stop doing his videos then I'll gladly jump straigh to your channel. I respectfully pass on this one this time sir!

@ChaosFragrances 7 лет назад

Juan Cabeza you can watch as many channels as you want. Also he isn't asking you to view his channel.

@juancabeza5809 7 лет назад

Chaos Descent Thanks for the info!

@themechanic6117 7 лет назад

Chaos Descent thanks for clearing that up.yes you can subscribe to as many channels as you'd like.

@blazers12369 7 лет назад

Who else is never gonna actually do this but watched anyway?

@1503vr 7 лет назад

blazers12369 me but who knows maybe one day i need to do this

@Ben.e39 7 лет назад

What if I DID them before watching this video? My brakes have been feeling funny lately too...

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

You never know! And since you watched the video, you will know! hahaha

@basilabedallah5797 7 лет назад

Derp123 i did this on my motorcycle with out watching a video about it 😂

@chriskwiecinski5135 7 лет назад

ChrisFix do the hydro e brake on mustang video

@JohnSmith-wb5cb Месяц назад

I’m very happy he made this video, I just bought a 99 ranger and today my rear passenger drum just started leaking break fluid all over everything and when I took the drum off it was pretty much destroyed underneath so this is going to help me assemble it back

@chrisfix Месяц назад

I'm glad the video is going to help you!

@fx3casey 4 года назад

Chris, thanks so much for putting this video together. This is one of the best DIY videos I've come across on youtube. Well done! I'm off to take my brake apart on my 53 Nash Rambler thanks to you!

@chrisfix 4 года назад

Awesome! Thanks a lot!

@ArtemLokhovitskiy 7 лет назад

How to replace drum brakes: 1. Find aftermarket kit of disk brakes for originally axle with drum brakes 2. Remove drum brakes 3. Smash em with hammer, burn em, pour acid on em 4. Install disk brakes kit

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

lol

@joyburrell8221 5 лет назад

How to replace back brakes on a 1994 Ford f150

@CarlosGonzalez-kg8wx Год назад

Very! very! Nice, neat, clean and instructive video! Now I can truly do it my self. Very well recommended 10 plus ⭐ recommended! Tank you Sr.

@hard_top Год назад

I can’t believe that your drums are EXACTLY the same as the ones I’m changing and the car I’m working on is 55 years old. Some things never change 😅😅 Really appreciate your channel. Clear, concise videos and narration 👏🏻👏🏻

@vitobratta2 4 года назад

After watching Chris do the front wheel bearing video, I got real brave and did both of mine. Compared to that beast, doing the rear drums seems like a birthday party.

@chrisfix 4 года назад

That's awesome! And yeah this is easier haha

@andreferreira4628 6 лет назад

Most cars on my country have rear drum brakes, so this tutorial is really helpfull. Thanks Chris!!

@beatersho3497 6 лет назад

Andrew Gamer PT what country?

@andreferreira4628 6 лет назад

+ford expedition Portugal

@pdid44569 7 лет назад

The fact that in 2017 a brand new Toyota Tacoma still has drum brakes.

@bendavis5896 7 лет назад

Patrick Dow fr man, 08 Silverado 2wd is the Sams way while my 2000 suburban has discs all the around

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

No way! Your kidding?

@TheMugha 7 лет назад

Patrick Dow seriously Wow!

@zanehopefz6hundred761 7 лет назад

Patrick Dow they claim that the reason why they put drums in the rear is for you don't have to worry about your rotors and disc brake pads getting screwed up and they claim that sand doesn't get inside the drums well that is a big lie LOL. But anyways that's what they claim

@pdid44569 7 лет назад

Do_it_with_Zane_117's_vlog's It's their way of saying cost cutting.

@dukecitymusicfestenthusias3523 Год назад

Sending love and respect from the Navajo Nation! Living on the reservation we don’t have a lot of mechanics or garages. These videos have taught me so much and saved me $$$! Ahe’hee(thank you) Chris!

@chrisfix Год назад

Glad the videos are helpful!!!

@bobjones6468 7 лет назад

You should do a series in an atv. Even if you don't know much about them they probably aren't that different that cars. I would love it. I live how your videos are and you never leave me with questions. And I do have an atv that I would like to work on my self but sometimes when I'm doing more complicated stuff I don't because I do t know how to. Would love to see you do that

@samoeunpoe2236 5 лет назад

I like watching your video, the explanation is very clearly understood 😩

@nathanbennett9025 7 лет назад

hot wings just got done Chris fix video just came out yeahhhhh perfect timing

@subie1507 7 лет назад

Nathan Bennett best combo in the world, hot wings + an awsome movie or show

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

Dang, that is perfect! Save me some!

@Diskmaskin09 2 года назад

I worked as a service mechanic apprentice for about one and a half year.. not once during the time I got this many good advices. I'm actually a bit shocked as to how many times we just reused all the old parts. Just replaced the shoes and the drums and called it a day. If only I had known of this. Thanks for showing me the propper ways of doing it, ChrisFix.

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Glad I was able to teach you the proper way!

@Joshdavies146 7 лет назад

Does anyone else watch all these videos but never actually have to do it yourself?

@KrazyKratosFan 7 лет назад

No the rest of us are not lazy.

@tyschwartz4839 7 лет назад

I just enjoy these videos so I watch them

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

Me... I mean wait...

@jovbalutoc1111 7 лет назад

yes i just did.haha

@princeding2114 7 лет назад

I am not doing it because my car is brand new. I do not think most of the work will be done since I do not want to buy all those tools and use them once or twice. For example, my next car does not need oil change since it has no engine. Why I need to buy all those things for oil change then use them 2 to 3 time??

@2450logan 7 лет назад

You need a second channel for drifting , I'm craving another vid from my favourite hoon

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

+logan thompson it's coming very soon! Just got back from my second event!

@2450logan 7 лет назад

ChrisFix oh god thanks 😜I don't think I've ever been this impatient

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

Make sure you follow me on instagram and facebook because I do little update videos on there like when I got back from drifting!

@2450logan 7 лет назад

ChrisFix MADD!! I'll be sure to check it out, cheers bud

@kb24081 7 лет назад

ChrisFix could you do a video on easy ways to make your car faster

@David_Musicpro 4 месяца назад

Chis let me just say how awsome and knowlegeable and so detail oriented you are. You have made working on my car much more easier. Thank you so much for all the hard work and dedication you put into your videos and your channel. I like your approach and style!

@jask320 6 лет назад

Why people spend money on drugs? I always catch a buzz after I fix my car, yep! Thanks Chris, you are narcos too!

@chrisfix 6 лет назад

Haha I agree! It is an awesome feeling!

@dicklarson5253 5 лет назад

thats great n all, but imagine that feeling but x1milion and you dont gotta DO shit, but yeah cars are cool too

@101Volts 5 лет назад

"Why would anyone do drugs when they could just -mow a lawn- watch ChrisFix?" - -Hank Hill- RU-vid Subscribers

@vani6216 5 лет назад

Lol what type of Fluids are you breathing man?

@Djay0Epizode 6 лет назад

Drum to Disc Brake Conversion where is that video ?

@TheChipmunk2008 6 лет назад

why would you want to do that

@tenhundredkills 6 лет назад

Disc brakes offer much better stopping power than drum brakes and they don't cost much more than drums. Maintenance of disc brakes is much easier too. There's no reason in this day and age to bother with drum brakes.

@NotxOmnis 6 лет назад

The only reason we even see drum breaks is because car companies mass produce vehicles and drum brakes are cheaper

@ldprice2008 6 лет назад

looking to do a DJ5 drum conversion and waiting on your input.

@rafamones96 5 лет назад

Stfu

@kennedymsesay7887 5 лет назад

you're the best Chrisfix I'm presently watching your videos for my future car

@latoracole4356 27 дней назад

Thank you so much for this video😭my friend has been changing the shoes on my dad's old truck for a month….. thanks to this video he got it🙏🏽🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🥳🥳🥳

@armandoguerrero8681 Год назад

Best video I’ve ever seen thanks man your video is great! New subscribers

@chrisfix Год назад

Glad the video was helpful and welcome aboard

@Juscius666 6 лет назад

Drum to Disc Brake Conversion: COMING SOON! where is it :(

@superdude430 6 лет назад

Looking for the same thing

@-ahvilable-6654 6 лет назад

Disk to drum disc Conversion!

@contro11edpair 6 лет назад

Drum to Disc conversion?

@atoka2206 6 лет назад

Disc to drum conversion 3:D

@ManinderSingh-bp2yl 6 лет назад

I think he deleted it, I believe I've seen that video when he did upload it.

@adventureswithttfncachn3967 3 года назад

Rear brakes are used about 20% of the time but also depends on how you drive such as you do a lot of hauling in a truck or towing. I love doing drum brakes they're not around much anymore. Surprised you didn't mention to back off the self adjuster through the access port in the back of the backing plate. That's another way to get the drum off

@NG-sf9tu Год назад

Thanks Chrisfix. You're helping people almost 10 years later with this video.

@smellycheese2466 7 лет назад

I don't even have drum breaks but his videos are entertaining

@randomlyentertaining8287 6 лет назад

Thanks. I'll definately be using this cause I haven't touched my drum brakes in the year I've owned my 94 Cavalier and I'm pretty sure they're shot cause they refuse to lock no matter how hard I pull the E-Brake.

@kshatriya1414 7 лет назад

This is like a more complex version of Lego Technic

@aserta 7 лет назад

Nah, it's actually very simple once you get your hands innit. I've actually seen some LT creations that were way above my head in terms of engineering like a reproduction of the Antikythera mechanism functions in Lego format. Now that was complicated.

@johnoprita1159 7 лет назад

Sweet!

@Quentyn73 7 лет назад

aserta let me see how simple it is when you strip the bleeder

@608Ralphy 7 лет назад

lol^

@PH-md8xp Год назад

Excellent video! This is hands down my go to channel for all things automotive. Recently watched one of your older videos on drum brakes. It’s amazing how much your presentation has evolved from 10 years ago! Nice job.