79 f250 rear drum removal

[tca78]

Hi what size socket do I need to remove the rear axel bearing nut so I can get these drums off my truck, Also I have replaced the master cylinder all lines to the back and bled everything and no air but with the truck running the pedal still goes to the floor and brake light comes on. If I pump them up the pedal stays up and holds, any Ideas? Would worn shoes and pads cause the pedal to go to the floor but pump up ok I know it needs front pads soon but I cant get the damb drums off cause I cant find the right socket. Please give me a hand guys Or Im gona end up goin crazy or broke!

[W-T-Katt]

If you go to autozone, advance auto or anything similar, they will have the removal tool. Just tell them what you are looking for and they'll be able to help you out. If need be you can return it if it is the wrong one. There are several different sizes and models.

[mechhound]

What you are describing about the brake pedal is typical of the rear brake shoes not adjusted tight enough. The self adjusters must not be working or the adjusting mechanism rusted and not moving.

[jimmers75f250]

hey the socket i have is 2"9/16 this will help get that nut off, please dont use a screw driver and hammer, oh yea 3/4 drive on the socket, wish you were closer, well hope this helps.