New brakes binding

[John Mims]

It's probably the linings that aren't sitting quite right. Take the drum off and put some chalk on the linings and rotate the wheel - if there's a high spot the chalk will come off, then just give it a rub with some sandpaper and try again.

Thanks, Reckless Rat. I'll give it a try. Presumably the dust from modern linings isn't too toxic?

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Have you tried it with the wheel back on and all 3 nuts tight, sounds as though the drum may not be square to the shoes

I had tightened all three nuts, but only onto the drum, not with the wheel on. Will give it a try tomorrow. Thanks

John