Simple instructions for testing brakes?

[HowieE]

The normal rust on the drums that occurs during storage will smooth off in the first few stops and have no effect on the overall ware on the shoes but will give the appearance of less braking on the first or 2.

[Wazbro]

Originally Posted by HowieE

The normal rust on the drums that occurs during storage will smooth off in the first few stops and have no effect on the overall ware on the shoes but will give the appearance of less braking on the first or 2.

From my experience that is not always the case, A trailer I had would get some rust in as little as 2 days and the first couple stops the wheels would lock up unless going more then 20mph AND on pavement or concrete. This would cause ruts in many campgrounds if I didn't wait to plug in the trailer or turn down the brakes.