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Update, removed rear brake drums to find only 1 wheel cylinder on each side moved, ordered 4 new, drums and shoes looked good. I did verify check valve at brake booster is working and that was good. I have a small tank I can plumb in for an experimental vacuum reservoir , I am thinking a new...

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The peddle does not appear to bottom out but I have to stand on it to get mild braking action, even if the rear axle drums are all froze up, I know the front should work, I think today the drums come off for inspection as I have at least 1 broken wheel stud to replace.

First post, first FJ40, This unit was built in 76, sometime during its life it was rewired with a painless fuse box, of course all the labels are faded away. I believe at a later date a Mercedies OM617 5 cylinder turbo diesel was installed. I took delivery in December and have been working on...