How To Read Your Brakes

Relined Block Delaminations

Possible Causes	An old shoe that is stretched can cause the lining to crack or separate Check old shoes for elongated rivet holes. This is a sign that the brake lining is "walking" on the shoe, and eventually will shear off the shoe table.
Solution	Check all shoes with a stretch gauge to determine if they're in spec. Check shoes for worn cam roller seats, which can be a cause of uneven wear.