Handbrake shoes (and socks?!)

[RobSheffield]

is it possible to strip and clean these?

i have a wierd squeek/groan. sounds liek the tyre catching, but isnt. it could also be the rear wheel bearing. my plan is to strip the bearing, and investigate, but also check, and if neccesary clean the handbrake shoes.

also have a knocking sound when goin backwards - makes me think handbrake shoes!

[heckler]

dont go backwards ??!?! ;)

[RobSheffield]

dont go backwards ??!?! ;)

thanks:complain:

[supRo]

If it is the handbrake shoe/springs, they'll probably be worn/damaged and need replacing. See if there are scorch marks on the inside part of the disc hub area

[suprasport]

yes they can mate, at least on a j spec, you will need two bolts to get hub off. (think they were 6mm) to act like pulley's