For sure. Will let them seat. Just checked to make sure the linings
weren't glazing.
I measured one drum and can't see any difference or taper in ID but then
if they're tapered, this may not be measurable with a brake resetting tool?
However. The outer dimension of shoes is greater at inner edge near plate;
I have to wonder if the edge of the shoe bracket is pushing the shoes
out at an angle.
I found it interesting that the new backplates don't c/w the dowel at
lower anchor
piece. I put the old dowels back in today.

On 5/30/16, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote:

> You really need to give more time for the shoes to seat fully. The front
> shoes will wear more. The shoes also look like the drum may have a taper to
> the surface.
>
> Dennis
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Neil N
> Sent: Monday, May 30, 2016 7:18 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Cheaper Dura brake pad wear image
>
> Hi all. Two images of new shoes after less than 50 miles.
> https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/RearBrakes#6290623520228348306
> Is this initial wear abnormal? i don't feel any pulsing or vibration at
> pedal.
> No shims were installed at lower pins. 3/4 shoes shoe wear along nearly the
> entire shoe.
> The lead (forward) shoes show the more complete contact.
> Neil
>
>
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