[Vwdiesel] drum brakes

[Matt_Lisa]

Hello all,

I'm discovering that I really hate drum brakes.  The retainer springs 
and the lower tension spring are the bane of my existence.  The Bentley 
is less than helpful when wondering how to get these back together with 
the skin on my hands intact.

Does anyone have any tricks for getting these parts back together?  I 
replaced everything except the backing plate, and I was able to get one 
of the retainer springs back on.  The other one is refusing to 
cooperate.  The lower spring is of REALLY high tension, and if you 
install it beforehand, moving the pad into position is near impossible, 
especially with my muscle challenged body.

Any help is welcome,

-Matt
http://matt_lisa.home.sprynet.com/