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I am about to replace all four of the original wheel cylinders on my 62 1/2 ton short bed chevy truck. I seem to recall problems with getting the front wheel cylinders off. Could someone provide me with technical tips on how to go about this job?? Thanks in advance!!

After you remove the brake shoes loosen the flare nut on the back of the cyl. Remove the 2 bolts holding the cyl. to the backing plate. Unscrew the flare nut. If it is froze to the tube dont twist the tube but pull the cyl. out far enough to turn it around & screw it off. Heat the nut to a soft glow & than turn the nut. It is best to put a kit in the master cyl. & bench bleed it before putting it back on.If you need more help post a reply.

Thanks for the advice Wrenchbender! I will take a shot at the job as soon as the showers let up. I recently replaced the master cylinder so a good bleeding should do the job after I get the cylinders and shoes replaced. I am using softer brake linings to increase my stopping power. Since I am still without power brakes every little bit helps.

Don,t let the master cyl go reservoir run out of fluid while you have lines unhooked. That is what makes it real hard to bleed.