Simple Drum Brake Question

[shaggimo]

So I was assembling the rear brakes last night, and ran into a slight snag (I think). Both sides of the car were missing the self adjuster hardware (cable, and lever), so I have no clue whether or not I have it hooked up correctly, I look at my Chilton's but all it gave me was an exploded view of all the pieces in the drum, lol. It doesn't look right to me but I can't figure another way to run it, here's a picture of what I did. I know the cable is right on top, but I question the bottom.



Is this correct? If not would it be possible for someone to post a picture of what it should look like (far easier than explaining, lol)?
Thanks in advance!

[Smitch]

I think the spring hooks to the adjuster at the same place the cable with the hook is.
I'll look for a picture or diagram.

[IowaEagle]

Yup, as it pulls the adjuster down to engage the star wheel.

[shaggimo]

Thanks, I didn't think it looked right, lol. All I keep finding is exploded diagrams .

[shaggimo]

 

bump for pic?

[Smitch]

I think this is close enough to work for you.

http://zenfixit.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/drum-brake-diagram.jpg

[shaggimo]

Awesome! Thank you Smitch! That's exactly what I needed, Eggs to you.

[pitstah]

thanks for this posting. I just went to change my brakes and the adjuster cables and levers aren't even there....probably explains why the self adjusting unit was rust forzen solid! yikes. ordered a new self adjustin kit L & R from jc whitney and should be allset now. thanks for the picture and diagram!!

[kral]

good stuff