I tried that... the rod runs through a hole in the frame and won't bend down that far. The parts schematic from the owner's manual shows it running through the top. The rod is not actually making contact with the drum. I see what you meen about it being to tight. In my brief test drive I got the sens that the brake was beginning to overheat and fade. I was worried about that, but the rod is extended as far out as it will go. I wonder if it is the wrong brake band. I think they make a 4.5" which would allow the band to have more slack. I need to take another look at it...I wonder if the drum can be moved farther inboard on the axle. seems like it is a long way from the frame, also. Thanks for your help. Any other thoughts. I still think the the rod is flipped around backwards. I may try flipping it around and see if that helps.
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