The spreader bar on both sides contaced both shoes on both sides so severly that it was keeping the shoes from returning to the adjuster contact point. I took the spreader bar (rod if you will) and shortened it about 1/4 inch by bending the end that attached to the front shoe and it did the trick. It was already bent (from the factory) I just bent it a little more.
Anyway, the truck will now stop on a dime and give change. No pull or pulse.
I realy think the mechanic before me bent the bar instead of tightening the brakes and cables to get more emergency brake action.
Thanks for the posts. James


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