Tegger wrote:
> "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.
>>
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If we're talking about rear drum brakes, how did the conversation switch
to 'pads' ?

The Chilton's manual doesn't assume you're a trained technician. (I have
the HELMS as well) I use a spring tool that looks like a screwdriver but
has a threaded 'trap' on the end, which clamps the spring and allows you
to stretch it.

Also, don't forget there's something like 13 spots in each rear brake
that Honda expects you to lubricate (with the correct lube).

'Curly'