Thread: Brake Drums with studs attached

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Anyone have any idea what brake drums have the studs attached ? The car was built in the 80's, and I don't know what the trend was back then. I want to check the wheel cylinders and shoes, but when I removed the wheel and tire, the brake drum has the studs attached, and doesn't just lift off and the studs behind. There is a screw in dust cap that looks like it could be holding the drum on, but I wanted to get some input before I jump in with both feet.

thanks, mike

I checked with a local brake shop specializing in vintage vehicles. After removing the drum, I find that the front wheel cylinders need to be replaced. The number stamped into the cylinder is 2766 on the left front, and it looks like 2767 on the right front. They are the stepped bore type. The shop said they'd be about $50 each. Does anyone know of an online resource for these?

I read an ad for converting to disc brakes for around $350, front only. As wheel cylinders are notorious for leaking, would an upgrade be a good move ? Is there more that would have to be done, eg new master cylinder etc.....?

thanks, mike