On Huck brakes the two shoes are not the same. The one with the shorter material goes to the front and the one with the longer goes to the rear on each wheel. See attached pic of '46 rear brakes. They are not interchangable.

https://imgur.com/MR0pZv2

Read the section called "Drum Brake Friction" for an explanation:

https://www.knowyourparts.com/technical-resources/brakes-and-brake-components/servicing-drum-brakes/

Last edited by David Bush; 03/27/2019 1:04 AM.
1946 Chevrolet 1/2-Ton
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1951 GMC 100 Deluxe Cab
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