I knocked out my first set of rear drum shoes today. It took me 5 hrs ( stubborn drum ). I was a little intimidated at first , but kept calm and the second one was done in a 1/4 of the time from the first. Local garages were quoting me around $185. I paid under $50 and a few swear words. But overall very happy with the results. Thanks Chris for your great how to videos. You are a gift from the DIY Gods. Us common folk are in your debt.

@Millermacs

8 жыл бұрын

Nice

@yochumjr

7 жыл бұрын

Aaron Iverson Can't wait to tackle my f150 rear drum brakes also!

@dhananjaysharma8025

5 жыл бұрын

Maximolod

@CaliCowboy805

5 жыл бұрын

Aaron Iverson 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 a few swear words 🤣🤣🤣 I’m dying!! Cus I do the same shit..

@jimmadonna1436

5 жыл бұрын

Right on!!

Man... that was packed full of knowledge. I appreciate you making it simplified by not using special tools and using tools that the everyday person has. I’m sure a lot of these people that watch appreciate that.God bless you brotha...

Honestly, this has been the most in depth video on how to change drum brakes I have ever watched, thank you!! I have always shied away from drum brakes. But after watching this I believe I'll be able to do it. If nothing else I'll use this video as a referral while I'm completing the job. Thank you sir, you are definitely one of if not the best "how to" mechanic on KZread for sure!!

Thanks for the help once again Chris fixit,I speak for all your fans when I say we appreciate you taking your time and make videos

Your videos are absolutely first class, leaving almost nothing out. (Replace the emergency adjuster star wheel rubber access plug.) Gotta try to minimize road salt incursion (rust jacking) as best one can. Love that you are a firm believer in NEVER SEIZE.

I'm not sure how anybody could give you a thumbs down on this video.this is the most in-depth easy-to-follow tutorial I've ever seen on KZread. Please keep putting out amazing content like this. This is the first time I've ever followed a channel full of tutorials. Thank you so much!!

@lookoutforchris

9 ай бұрын

He missed 2 important things, no brake grease on the back plate and he did not clean the shoes with brake cleaner after handling them with dirty gloves.

@trickyricky12147

20 күн бұрын

​@@lookoutforchrisHE EXPLAINED WHY HE DOESN'T APPLY GREASE ON THE BACKING PLATE IN THE VIDEO, GENIUS.

Very in depth, easy to understand. No need for coming back to reference during the project. Thanks Chris.

what's not to like. this is what the internet is meant to be. a tool where one skilled person (that's you ChrisFix), shares their knowledge with pea-ons (that's me), in order to perform work, save money, and be happy. thank you for taking the time to post this video.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

I am glad the video was helpful!

@hendymitchie3728

5 жыл бұрын

Those who unlike chris' videos are just envy of him

@BlakeGibbons

4 жыл бұрын

Hendy Mitchie Dislike* lol

@Venom5260

4 жыл бұрын

yea idk why he has 700 something dislikes? Maybe they are mad that chris didnt come fix their drum brakes?

That had to of been the most saddest "Hey Guys Chris Fix Here" ive ever heard.

@AKAGU3ERRA1995

2 жыл бұрын

I was looking for this comment. Lol I feel like he was sick

@michaeleshbaugh6797

Жыл бұрын

It was very informative though as usual

@ChaoticTinkerer5764

Жыл бұрын

Not even Chris likes doing drum brakes lol

@pocketstoosumo

10 ай бұрын

​@@ChaoticTinkerer5764lmao fr

@robertbatemon7655

6 ай бұрын

Hey a handsome man like Chris he probably just got through with three dates in a row

Coming back and watching old videos is literally like old and new chrisfix’s. You sound absolutely depressed in old videos and you’re so energetic and positive in your new videos and I love it

@friendofvinnie

2 жыл бұрын

Haha have you ever changed drum brakes and adjusted them?

@johnbrooks1570

2 жыл бұрын

@@friendofvinnie yes I wanted to throw da whole truck away 💀

@friendofvinnie

2 жыл бұрын

@@johnbrooks1570 lol!

Such style. Every production is a sure-fire winner. You just cannot beat a ChrisFix video.

Very helpful. Camera is stable, lighting is good, sound is good, everything is good. You should train other youtubers on how to make REAL 'how to' videos. Thank you for taking the time to do it right - it's so refreshing.

I am highly impressed with the quality of video AND your eye to details step by step and the cameras eye on EVERYTHING. I truly appreciate every video you put out thank you

Great videos Chris...very helpful to the home mechanic...i recently bought a 98 k3500 4x4 dually, and used your video as a guide to do the rear shoes / drums work. Thanks for your simple yet thorough and accurate explanations.

Going to try changing my brakes for the first time, and this video has given me a lot of confidence. Thanks for the great, step-by-step explanations!

I did it! Finally mastered the secret art of servicing my drum brakes.

@chrisfix

5 жыл бұрын

Nice work!!!

One of the best instructional videos I've seen. I have done brake jobs before, but that was over 40 years ago. It's nice to have a refresher course in how to do it correctly.

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

Marvin Double Thanks a lot Marvin!

@gradyhernandez4699

2 жыл бұрын

Drum brakes should be banned.

@trickyricky12147

20 күн бұрын

​@@gradyhernandez4699😂😂😂

@trickyricky12147

20 күн бұрын

​@@gradyhernandez4699Drum brake shoe padding has better longevity unlike disc brakes. They're nice for people who are hard on their brakes too imo. Disc brakes warp and wear out way too frequently and easily so Idc what people think otherwise. With drum brakes, atleast in the rears, I don't have to worry about fucking dreaded rubber brake lines getting junk and clogging the hell up like damn arteries from someone who eats out too much at the Outback Steakhouse.😂

@trickyricky12147

20 күн бұрын

​@@gradyhernandez4699But yeah, go ahead and cry and beg for a bigger bloated gov't just because you feel something should be "banned" why don't ya? Lmao

Thanks for the awesome videos Chris, they have saved me a ton of cash, your camera angles and lighting along with close ups are the best!! Keep up the great work and the verbal directions while filming.

this has got to be the most simple and easy to understand brake job video on the internet! great video Chris!

After 10 plus years, this video still helps being I have a neighbor who's van has drum brakes. Was always a little nervous trying to change them but watching this makes it easy...thanks! Also got to say, over the years you have perked up a lot which makes viewing videos exciting...keep up the work!

You are an inspiration. I did my front disc yesterday the first side took 1 1/2 hrs. the other 20 min. Now I have no fear of challenging the rear drum brakes. Thank so much for doing what you are doing.

Great video! Thanks for taking the time to explain and demonstrate each step. Really took the guesswork out of what looked like a complex process!

Great video! It's been a while since I changed drum brakes (I hated it). Now when I'm shopping for cars I look for all disc brakes. Keeps life a whole lot simpler.

Excellent video ChrisFix. After watching numerous how-to videos, THIS video gave me the confidence to change the brakes myself and saved some serious money. Appreciate the video very very much.

Man,, the amount of knowledge that we get out of these videos is amazing. thanks chris.

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

+pmdsp awesome! I'm glad to hear it!

@MrRevolverJack

7 жыл бұрын

I agree man i mean , im pretty much new to all these and im already doing things to my Truck Thanks Chris !

You have one of the coolest voices and you know your stuff. Thanks for the great videos.

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

hefalonicle Thanks a lot! Im glad my voice is good for these videos! Definitely consider subscribing! New automotive 'how to' videos every Thursday and most Mondays so stay tuned!

Best how to videos on the internet by far. Thank you sir. Doing rear drums on my '13 Silverado tonight.

This was great!!! How can anyone not like this? It has been a long time doing a full brake job and I watched this, 3 times and went out and did the job in 20 min! THANK YOU!!

Very detailed instruction. Thanks for sharing.

Bro seriously your videos are all helpful! Thank you!

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Wise Guy Awesome! Glad they are helpful!

I don't give praise easily. A lot of You Tube content on "How To" has omissions or hyped up tutors, or both. This video was like being in the classroom with a tutor who inspires confidence, and displays obvious understanding of the task. It's been 40 years since I did this job last and was keen for a 'refresher'. This video is perfect. Calm narrative, plenty of detail, and encouragement with additional detail (slave cylinder replacement) if that was also required. There is no rating system for You Tube video's I'm aware of. If there was, I'd give this one the full 5 Star rating.

This video is a perfect example of why Chrisfix is so popular. I watched another video and thought there was no way I would even attempt changing my rear brakes. I watched this video and have much more confidence. Thanks so much, Chrisfix!!!!

Other guys made this look difficult and the thought of paying someone to do my rear drums entered my mind. Your video inspired me to do it myself. Great descriptions and detail. Keep them coming!

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Jeremy Fullone Awesome! i am glad you enjoyed the video and let me know how it goes!

Thank Chris the best on youtube on Drum brakes

I give this video my highest score. It's clear, concise,safe,and thorough, After watching this video you know it's time to do the brakes and stop watching videos. this video covers it all

local mechanic is asking $250 for drum brakes excl. parts. I will take months to learn and familiarize everything but do it myself. I just learned that the little flat and split part in the self adjuster should be next to the adjuster screw wheel, to do its job. great job Chris, exposing the trick.

thank you..for your hard work. really appreciate your vids.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Bob Smith no problem!

Very well done ....and not one cuss word. LOL

@AlexGreenwoodUkulele

8 жыл бұрын

I'll tell ya, I had MULTIPLE cuss words appear whilst doing this. This job is a real itch with a B.

@five3cooking

7 жыл бұрын

Same here. I cant wrench without cussing.. lol

Your videos are so awesome. You make everything simple. Giving me confidence to attempt work I never imagined doing.

Got my break shoes and and parts today and thank you for the videos. I’ve already done my rear differential fluid front breaks and now I learn more doing my rear breaks this week. Thanks again Cfix!

2:27 why does it look like two rotten bananas yelling at each other,.. Note: Chris, you're a Fu***ng HERO! Thanks!

AWESOME !

ChrisFix is simply the best at explaining this stuff, hands down.

Hi Chris . . . I was searching for a youtube video to replace the rear brakes on a 2003 Windstar then found your video of how to replace the brakes - bought everything I need from Rock Auto - shoes / hardware / drums - having to watch this video was a big help yet it looked easy to do - thanks for putting this video for all of us to watch as all your videos are very helpful .

No one will explain better than that. thumps up.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Ahmad Askoul Thanks a lot!

This is easily the best how-to video I've ever seen. I'm about to tackle my first drum/shoe job and, being only familiar with disks and rotors, I was feeling quite intimidated. Your thoroughness and reiteration of what seemed confusing is helpful beyond compare. Thank you for taking the time to put this together!

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

***** No problem man! That is great to hear! Let me know how the job goes and take some pictures with your phone before you take all the springs apart!

I watched this video a couple of years ago and it helped me. Just re-watched it for review since I'm going to change the brakes on a different car this weekend. Thanks, again.

Awesome job! Despite working on cars for years I’ve never had to deal with brake drums. This will make my job a whole lot easier.

You're good

Might I recommend ViseGrips instead of needle nose pliers, placed just down from the U in the tension springs???

@unnainconnu9098

6 жыл бұрын

That's what I used. Replacing those pins was the second hardest thing for me on this job. The hardest one by far was unseizing the nut of the brake line to change the cylinder. I had to use a propane torch and a vise grip to undo it and it took a looong time!

This is one of the best repair videos I have seen on KZread. EXCELLENT

This is a great video. Thought I would watch it to "remember" how to do this since it has been so long. I really like the safety reminders. The brake spring adjuster tool is very helpful and it would be great if in a future video (if you are still doing this) contains suggestions on how to use. We knew a guy growing up who poked one of his eyes out doing a drum brake job. Back then, no one wore safety glasses. Thanks again!

Ended up getting automatic adjusters from autozone. They were too long! Difficult putting the drums on and scorched the pads for a few miles til I took it to someone and we deduced it was the adjusters, as we compared them. It was only like 2 or 3 threads. We grinded then down and everything has been great since. This guide was a lifesaver.

Chris, YOU DA' MAN' ! I have been working on rear drum brakes on a '03 windstar. Your video helped me tremendously.However,those damned hold down springs were quite difficult for me to secure,even with the "Special Tool".So,keep on posting your great how to videos!! You are a great resource to all of us regular guys out here trying to make it happen ane save a buck or two.

Before I started watching your videos I was a looser, then I started to learn and get more interested on learning til a point I don’t pay for car jobs, any of my cars, I feel like I’m actually making this world a better place for me and for others, I even give advice to others wowww my man Mr Chris save me along with other masters of KZread thanks

ive dealt w disc brakes since i was a teenager and never had the fun of a brake drum...now for the first time on a 2005 kia sedona im tackling my first drum brake. your vids were beyond helpful chrisfix u rock man thanks for help bruh :-)

Thank you Chris ! Great video ! Thank you again for all your videos and the time you devote to making each one and for help us with each one.

They say you learn something new everyday. Excellent video , well explained and good close up video. Thank you Chris.

Thanks for the video. You make putting those springs on look super easy, lol. The drum brakes on my Plymouth Grand Voyager are significantly more complex than the vehicle you showed, but still not too difficult.

By far the best on KZread! You just can't beat a ChrisFix video.

Thanks for posting this, I had a 18 day vacation and should have gotten this done but hopefully through feeling more confident in doing it by myself after seeing your video I hope to do it with ease!!! Thanks again, Happy New Year!!!

Great vid Chris. You made it all so simple. Drum Brakes, here I come! Thanks Chris

dude, thank you so much for these videos...i hope you are making a fortune out of them because you deserve it

I've been a subscriber for a while, and most times i just watch the videos for fun. I enjoy mechanic work, and its interesting to learn from someone elses perslective.

Well done, thorough yet simple presentation, with closeup video so that a novice can see exactly how it's done without guessing. Thank you.

This is one of the best videos i have seen. Great video....very detailed but simple to understand step by step .very nice flow ...calm voice....just awesome....Thank you very much

Dude I love how u explain everything, u really know how to show us viewers how to take apart n put back parts in da simplest way.. I love watching any of ur video's Chris Fix.. keep posting n I'll keep watching brother.. 👍💪👌

I love that one thing left, you made this easy to follow and look easy, thanks man

So far you make the easiest DIY videos. Keep up the great work! It helps amateurs like me a ton!

I haven't done drum brakes since I was ~12. Chris explains all this so well that I don't have any worries about passing the shade-tree mechanic gene along to my son (good mother-son bonding :D ). Thanks, man!

After 7 years later I am watching this v/clip from yours. Thank you so much bro. You explained step by step very clear. Now I understand how is the automatic tension for brake shoes. Love your video. 🤓 May 26/2021 watching from Houston-TX.

Excellent video. Needed a refresher before doing my drum brakes and your videos are clear and concise. I have limited internet so really appreciate you getting straight to the point. I hope one day i can be as fast on the wire brush as you. lol. Thanks ChrisFix.

Great vid man. Youve come a looooong way since this vid was made. Commenting and confidence through the roof now. Also just changed my first drums today helpful vids bro 😀👍

DIY Videos are in abundance, but organized, articulate presentations are few and far apart. The ChrisFix videos are among the best I have seen on KZread.

Man I love your videos. Really simple and clear detailed explanation as well! Keep up the good job man.

Thanks, Chris! A parts & tool list at the beginning of the tutorial! Bentley, Haynes, Chilton could learn a lesson from you! Excellent tutorial!

Thank you for this excellent video! I was about to hire a mechanic, but this gave me the confidence to do the job myself.

Good clean instructions. I also use locking vice grips so it does not slip off while stretching the springs. It also helps to bang around on the pads with your hands to make sure all is set in place.

This was very helpful and well done. I have one tip though, if it is a 25+ year old car, which many cars with drum brakes are, you have to be careful when cleaning out the backing plate etc. Old brake shoes often contained asbestos fibers and the dust that has been collecting inside the drums is therefore potentially hazardous to your health. So I always wear a respirator during the cleaning.

Well done Chris, you're one of the best DIY'ers on KZread! I really appreciate that fact you break it down and keep it normal. And you remember to mention stuff that others on here just assume we all 'know'! Thank bro

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

+Steve Febvre no problem Steve! Glad the videos are helpful!

This is what I call a Very helpful video, High quality, without garbage!.........Neat! 🙏

This is the Best drum brake video in KZread! Thank you Chris!!!!

@chrisfix

6 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful!

Excellent Video. Thank you, thank you, Thank you! My 15 year old Ranger has only 85k but recently a brake shop had to replace a rusted out brake line in the back. Ripped me off $$$$ but that's another story. They also claimed that I needed new rear brakes but I declined their further rip-off. I've done lots of disk brakes but not many drums. Got one drum off but not the other. It was stuck to the plate behind it (no movement between the drum and the studs). I pounded on it to no avail and then followed your heating instructions. As I heated it up it made a loud "pop" so I continued all the way around and it made another "pop". It's key you don't heat up the center where the axel comes through. Grabbed it with my thick gloves and slid it right off. The brakes were barely warn but there was a lot of rust etc. I cleaned it up a little and put anti seize compound on the surfaces that were stuck on both wheels and we are good to go for another 100k. Thanks again.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad to hear it!

Man you’ve done such a great job with taking the video. Everything was clear and detailed. Very helpful 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Hey Chris, amazing video! Very very comprehensive! Best I've found on KZread so far. I'm going to try this tomorrow. Going to save me a bunch! I'll write again when it's done to let you know how it went. Thanks for posting this great video!

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

Ben Sholt Thanks and Awesome! Let me know how it goes!

I am doing this tomorrow! This is the best video I have found you gave me confidence!

Great video! Thank you so much for your help! My wife and did this job today on our 2009 dodge caliber, and this video was perfect! Thanks again!

very good video. I've done disc brakes all day long. I am doing my first set of drum today. thank you for the video

This is the best auto repair video I've ever watched; quality video with good explanation. well done buddy, keep it up.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Chuck Obiora Thanks Chuck! Glad the video was helpful!

Your videos are AWESOME! Many thanks from Malaysia!

Thank you for taking the time to do these how to videos. They are appreciated. Take care man.

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

brian york Thanks Brian! I am glad my videos have been helpful! Definitely consider subscribing! New automotive 'how to' videos every Thursday and most Mondays so stay tuned!

Thank you. You explain stuff in such a way a person like me can get it done within 10 min no other KZreadr compares to you you are very detailed in your instructions. You've earned yourself a subscriber

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! I am glad the videos are helpful!

Thanks for the awesome video, and the honesty of "Torque to manufacturers specs, but since I don't know them, snug plus a 1/2 turn." This video gave me the confidence to do the ones on my vehicle now.

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I am glad the video was helpful! I think you will like my newest drum brake video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/g2meldWEl7HVddY.html

Chrisfix = master mechanic. Thanks for all your hard work and dedication.

of all the videos I have watched this one and the one on the Toyota were THE MOST helpful, esp the springs. Thank you, great job on the step by step!

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

Im glad the videos are helpful!

Thanks Chris, great video, clear instructions and very thorough. Cheers!

Chris, a real nice set of videos on the brakes. Very understandable and very clear explanations of the steps required, thanks

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+lawrencetu Thanks a lot!

I watched this to just educate myself on how drum brakes worked, but now I feel confident enough to change my own brakes on my car. Thanks, dude :)

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Jeffrey Box Awesome! I am glad the video was helpful!

Great Video!!! I like the way you explain things, clear and easy. Thanks a BUNCH!!!!

Chris you really have the knack to explain the way to do jobs at hand with out getting all technical! Very helpful video! thanks a lot! you saved me a lot of $$$ and headaches!

@chrisfix

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad the video was helpful and helped you save money!!!