ls1fbody
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no slamming them phil haha. FIRM, as in a aggressive stop, in reverse.
Most modern brake systems (even my shitty 8 valve 99 cavalier) have self adjusting drum brakes.
Drive in reverse, apply brakes firmly. there is a little star wheel in there, and since the torque on the shoes is opposite of what they would see under normal forward braking, they adjust to take in the wear.
Believe it or not, this helps most of the time. If it still squeaks, pull the drum off and take a look.
I like to wear surgical gloves when doing brake work because brake dust gets under your nails easy and is hard as **** to get out. Gotta impress the ladies.