1948 8 N brakes

TP in IA · Aug 14, 2017

Is there any way to adjust the brakes on the 48 model 8N?or do u have to replace them?thanks

Bruce (VA) · Aug 14, 2017

The adjuster slots are on the backing plates.

Adjust them like you would any other drum brakes.

See tip # 39; a set of manuals would be very helpful.
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TP in IA · Aug 14, 2017

Thanks Bruce ,Printing
your tips now ,they are super helpful TP in IA

Bruce (VA) · Aug 14, 2017

You're welcome. Glad to help.

Tim PloughNman Daley RIP · Aug 15, 2017

Yep, you have to grab a screwdriver and pry off the little rubber access hole cover on the back of each rear wheel hub, if they are still plugged in, to get to the adjuster sprocket wheel. SEE PICTURE of brake parts with the drum removed:

Take heed that you only have so much adjusting and if pads are worn bad enough, you will have to do a complete brake job. The N's are notorious for rear seals to leak and once that happens the oil gets on the brake pads and will cause premature wear. If pads are not worn, sometimes they can be washed off in mineral spirits, gasoline, or kerosene and reused once dried thoroughly. If'N ya gotta do a complete brake job, I'd also inspect them for signs of oil leakage, and do the oil seals then if needed as well otherwise you will be tearing it all apart again next month anyway.

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