[road_rascal]

Did you replace all the hardware (springs, clips, adjusters etc) with new parts? Both on my Taurus and Windstar when I did the rear drums I had to rotate the star wheel all the way in so the shoes would clear the drums. I had to make a few minor adjustments so the shoes would have a slight drag. BTW- the wheel cylinders were shot @ 70K on my car, so I would suggest replacing thoses if they're seized or leaking even a small amount of fluid.