Freightliner Brake Issue

[Craig P.]

As a member of the Freightliner Chassis Owner’s Club, I recently read some valuable information on the lubrication of a Freightliner brake component.

Let me categorically state that I am no mechanic or brake expert. I am merely passing information along that I learned as an FCOC member.

Some people have complained about a clunking sound that accompanies a pull to one side, when applying the brakes on their Freightliner chassis motorhome. One of the causes could be the improper lubrication of the brake’s S-Cam mechanism. A fellow FCOC member did some research and wrote up a very informative article on why this occurs, and how to address/prevent it.

Here is a link to that article.

Craig

["007"]

Thanks Craig for the information every bit is a help.

[Fred Cooper]

Thanks for the timely (for me) posting. My right front wheel is making the classic clunk that indicates the S cam needs cleaning and lube.

My question is: After removing the lug nuts and wheel, is there anything else to remove before the brake drum will come off? I've removed a lot of wheels from auto's, but never one with oil bath lube to the bearings. Before I attempt this repair, a little additional info from someone who has done this before will be helpful.
Thanks

Fred

[Fred Cooper]

OK...disregard my question. I've since learned from another forum that after wheel removal, the brake drum will slide off leaving the oil filled hub in place.
Thanks....Fred

[Elkhartjim]

I would suggest all FL chassis owners check in to becoming members of the FCOC group.

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[okie-dokie]

Thanks Graig for the brake, S-cam info. I have the same clunking noise from my drivers side front brake when I make a hard brake. My brakes don't seem to be as good as they used to be. I have 25,000 mi on my 2005 Revolution motorhome. Oh well, I need something to keep me busy after retirement.

[Fred Cooper]

Just a follow up. My coach has had the classic clunk since 2004, and I've had a maintenance shop look for it at least twice with no joy. After Christmas, I pulled the Front wheels and greased the S cam and rollers. The noise is gone. Thanks again for posting this article about the S cam.

Fred

[Craig P.]

That's fantastic Fred.

Glad I was able to pass this along.

Craig

[JoeT]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elkhartjim I would suggest all FL chassis owners check in to becoming members of the FCOC group. freightliner

I agree. I am also a member.