"andrew.bell.ia@gmail.com" <andrew.bell.ia@gmail.com> wrote in
news:1181307584.875068.288170@q66g2000hsg.googlegr oups.com:

> On Jun 7, 10:21 pm, jim beam <spamvor...@bad.example.net> wrote:
>>
>> what vehicle make, model, age, etc?
>
> 95 Accord Wagon
>
>> if you're talking honda, you don't need spring pliers. in fact, trying
>> to use them can damage the springs.
>
> Can someone describe how to safely get the pads on and off safely/
> easily?
>
>> what you need is proper training in a "safe" environment. suggest you
>> sign up for evening class at your local community college - they'll
>> teach you all this stuff and you won't make potentially dangerous
>> mistakes with your own car.
>
> You're probably right. But I'd sure like to have a good book or
> something that shows what to do. I've got the Honda service manual,
> but isn't particularly descriptive.
>
>


If you've still got one drum still assembled, why not take a picture of
that and email it to me?

My drum brake experience is entirely with Toyotas and older Fords, but
drums are basically the same no matter their details. If I saw the type of
springs you're describing I might be able to make some suggestions.

I'll post the pics on the FAQ site in case anybody else wants to offer
pointers.

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