Drum Brake Adjusters

The brake adjuster screw is utilized in brake systems to set the separation of the brake shoes.

Drum brake adjuster significance

The brake shoes should always come into contact with the brake drum a little bit because too much space can prevent the vehicle from stopping as it should. The adjuster screw also alters by itself as the brake shoes wear down using a spring-loaded adjuster retainer. You must maintain the drum brake adjuster in good shape to prevent things like rust. Rust can mess up the adjuster and cause braking performance issues.

Common issues with a damaged drum brake adjuster

A damaged drum brake adjuster can cause difficulty in modifying the brakes, poor braking performance, or inability to turn quickly.