[JimC]

There is to much play in the right brake lever so I tried adjusting the front brakes through the window, but couldn't get the adjuster to move. Removed the brake drum so I could see more clearly. At most the adjuster would only move a 1/4 of a turn which didn't appear to be enough adjustment. The lining is within the acceptable thickness. I'm not sure if the adjuster is faulty or if there is something else I am missing. Any ideas?

 

[JimC]

I took the wheel cylinders off and as you thought they were corroded. I wasn't able to get the adjuster and the threaded part to break lose. They one adjuster was so corroded that it won't even come out of the wheel cylinder. I am soaking them but have ordered new parts. I haven't looked at the left side, I'm imagining more of the same. Thanks for your clear explanations.

 

[JimC]

Glad there are forums around like this. They are very helpful. As I learn more hope to be a contributor. I was finally able to break the adjusters apart on the right front. I soaked them for a couple of days in kerosene and then heated them with a torch and soaked them with penetreting oil. I used Never Seize to keep the problem from coming back. I took the right drum off and everything on that side worked smoothly. Appreciate the help.