How To Machine Brake Drums -EricTheCarGuy

Опубликовано 6 ноября 2015, 20:30

Recently I got a new RL-8500 brake lathe from Ranger. Now that I have the lathe, I've been machining just about everything I can get my hands on. This is the first set of drums I've machined with this new machine. I'd say the process went very well. I wish I had also machined the front rotors as that would likely have eliminated the noise I was chasing, but live and learn I suppose. Still, I think this is a great guide if you're looking to learn how to machine brake drums.

I realize that these days machining is hardly ever done. Most times people are just replacing brake components of this type. Though that may be easier, and in some cases more cost effective, machining is still a viable option for brake service. Especially if the brakes you require are hard to find or of better quality than the replacements you're looking at.

In summary, don't give up before you start. Consider machining as a cost effective alternative to replacement.

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