Anti seize to drum brake backing plate

[ARB1977]

When doing drum brakes how many of you do this to prevent sqweaks? On my tacoma when I release the brake I get a sqweak that's annoying.

 

[charbaby]

Yes, I always use some form of lube(usually brake lube) on the backing plate "tabs" where the shoes meet the backing plate. Use the lube of your choice

 

[Merkava_4]

It's been awhile working on drum brakes but as I remember, the shiny spots on the backing plate is where you apply the grease.

 

[exranger06]

I use Syl-Glide for that.

 

[ChiTDI]

Bendix Brake Lube works great for that, too.
Comes in a large, wide tin that you can scoop with fingers or a paste brush.

 

[Chris142]

antisieze gets hard.use grease

 

[Kestas]

I think antiseize is excellent for this high wash application.

 

[Donald]

I would use a brake lube. Anti-seize may tend to run if the area gets hot.

 

[ARB1977]

Thanks guys. Can I apply the grease without removing the shoes?

 

[The_Jeff]

Yeah the shoes are spring loaded in every dimension so you can pry them apart from wherever the grease is needed.

 

[ARB1977]

Thank you.

 

[Kruse]

I use a high-temp grease on the backing plate. But use it SPARINGLY. Grease should never touch the friction material.

 

[ARB1977]

Worked like a charm.