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[Shackeng]

I have just completed this job on the TD Estate, using Mark's how-to, so I am extremely impressed that he enjoys doing it so much that he does it every two years according to this: http://www.vauxhallownersnetwork.co.uk/index.php?threads/how-to-service-the-rear-brakes-on-an-omega.95836/!
The 15 year old shoe linings are 1mm less than the new! My advice, always put it in for the MOT one month early, and only ever tackle this job if it fails on the handbrake, which mine never has in 15 years!
If anyone hears me suggesting that I am about to do this job again, kindly pop round and give me a poke in the eye with a sharp stick, which will be somewhat more enjoyable!!!

[TheBoy]

Some of us have to do it annually. Horrid job.

[GastronomicKleptomaniac]

Some of us have to do it annually. Horrid job.

Why's that then?

[TheBoy]

Some of us have to do it annually. Horrid job.

Why's that then?

Because its a shit system

And, yes, I use it every single time I park, in order to prevent it seizing...  ...unsuccessfully.

[YZ250]

I have just completed this job on the TD Estate, using Mark's how-to, so I am extremely impressed that he enjoys doing it so much that he does it every two years according to this: http://www.vauxhallownersnetwork.co.uk/index.php?threads/how-to-service-the-rear-brakes-on-an-omega.95836/!
The 15 year old shoe linings are 1mm less than the new! My advice, always put it in for the MOT one month early, and only ever tackle this job if it fails on the handbrake, which mine never has in 15 years!
If anyone hears me suggesting that I am about to do this job again, kindly pop round and give me a poke in the eye with a sharp stick, which will be somewhat more enjoyable!!!

   

Not one of your favourite jobs then. 

[Andy B]

Some of us have to do it annually. Horrid job.

Why's that then?

Because its a shit system

And, yes, I use it every single time I park, in order to prevent it seizing...  ...unsuccessfully.

But any hand brake/parking brake is/should only be used when the car is stopped. So how do you wear linings by squeezing them against a stationary drum? 

[Kevin Wood]

I'm trying to wean myself off using the handbrake but force of habit is strong.

Why? Oh, it doesn't always release.

Don't worry - it's "on my list" but it has just passed the MOT, so...

[omega3000]

Few handbrake turns free's it up 

[TheBoy]

Some of us have to do it annually. Horrid job.

Why's that then?

Because its a shit system

And, yes, I use it every single time I park, in order to prevent it seizing...  ...unsuccessfully.

But any hand brake/parking brake is/should only be used when the car is stopped. So how do you wear linings by squeezing them against a stationary drum? 

I have never worn it out.

And technically, its also a secondary braking system, so needs to be able to shave off speed in an emergency

[Andy B]

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And technically, its also a secondary braking system, so needs to be able to shave off speed in an emergency

Is it?  Sure it's more of a parking brake.  You'd be better off sticking your foot out of the door in my Merc than try to use the foot operated parking brake 

[TheBoy]

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And technically, its also a secondary braking system, so needs to be able to shave off speed in an emergency

Is it?  Sure it's more of a parking brake.  You'd be better off sticking your foot out of the door in my Merc than try to use the foot operated parking brake 

Yeah, apparently.  Some newer cars have get-out/loophole clauses to get around this.

[Shackeng]

I always put it on when I park, but rely on the park mode of box to hold it. As stated, 1mm wear in 15 years! And never failed an MOT. I rest my case m'lud.

[2woody]

its not that difficult.

fifteen minutes per side or so.....

there are very many more difficult ones to do than that.

But, my record is having to remove the body from the chassis to change the EGR valves on a Discovery 3

[TheBoy]

its not that difficult.

fifteen minutes per side or so.....

there are very many more difficult ones to do than that.

But, my record is having to remove the body from the chassis to change the EGR valves on a Discovery 3

Mine always needs everything cleaned up fully, so nearer 1hr per side.

[omega3000]

its not that difficult.

fifteen minutes per side or so.....

there are very many more difficult ones to do than that.

But, my record is having to remove the body from the chassis to change the EGR valves on a Discovery 3

Didn't take too long then