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[delboy259]

OK Folks.
Sorry if this has been covered before but I cant seem to find what I need.

Right now for the problem.
I have changed the discs, Pads & Brake shoes. The handbrake holds like a goodun in reverse but is next to useless going forward.
Is there anything obvious that I'm missing?
I have heard that there is a primary shoe. But when I checked all the shoes look identical.
Anyone else had this problem and can shed any light on what I need to do will be greatly appreciated.

I don't usually use the handbrake I just leave it in Park. But I'm sure the MOT guy will have different thoughts.

Thanks in advance

Derek

[bigjeepzj]

have you adjusted them up

[delboy259]

I have adjusted them as best I can.
Everything I have read says to spin the wheels until the brakes just bind and the slacken them off....
As we all know...... You can't spin the wheels on a GC. So I have done the best I can.
It seems strange how they hold great going in reverse, but not going forward......

[Hillbilly]

Hi delboy. I can't answer your question but I know a man who can. Whenever I have a a problem beyond my ability to correct, I take the Jeep to Peak Jeep in Chesterfield. Same county as you so hopefully not too far away. You will get a very honest opinion and a quote to put things right. HTH.

[Mike Pavelin]

Did you de- adjust the cable before adjusting the drums up?

[delboy259]

No I didn't.
Just had another go at them this morning.
Stripped them down, gave them a good clean and reversed the way I had them installed.
Did the adjustments again.
And guess what?
Exactly the same... 
It will hold up to 2000RPM in reverse but it's as if it is not even applied going forward.

A real head scratcher....