120 Series Rear rotor Change drama

[Big M Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Big M]

Hi Guys, I have an issue changing my rear brake rotors. When I go to remove them they suck back on and will not respond to the usual gentle persuation. I have had one half off but obviously the Handbrake shoes are pulling it back. I have released cable at the lever but it is still not letting go. Think I have buggered something in the Drum setup as a few bits fell out the back of the rotor drum but first things first any tips on how to get the shoes to retract.

Cheers M

[Piggy Water pistol pilot. Find all posts View Profile Close Piggy]

Theres a few write ups about this already.

But you need to release tension on the handbrake on the adjusters on the back of the rear brake area. (Insert screwdriver into the small slot and wind the adjuster back) Or you will damage the springs and pins by attempting to force them off. (Likely already have) So you'll hear a bad clicking when you spin the wheel after putting it all back together. You do not have to release cable at the lever.

[Big M Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Big M]

Awesome thanks, yeah think the damage is done. Quick replacement turns Ugly ! Steep learning curve, At least I am in town rather than on the Dirt..

[Brett1979 Avid PP Poster! Find all posts View Profile Close Brett1979]

Happened to me many years ago when learning to diy on my own 4wd. I forgot to release the hand brake & when I was forcibly trying to pull the rear rotor off the damage was done.