When to change the back brake shoes?

[rudi]

Hello Forum, Can someone tell me when it is time to change the back brake shoes? I have driven 80.000 miles with our Ford Transit Camper (85T260)
Thanks. Rudi from Flanders, Belgium.

[ABA]

basicly it depends on how heavy footed you are best way jack it up and take one of the rear wheels of and have a look

[Punto443]

There will be specs somewhere on minimum thickness?



Or for all they cost, just do it and you’ll probably never have to again

[Brains_transit]

I change mine when the mot fails the brake tester. I use the gears to slow down so don't use them that often or If I feels something's not right I take it apart and check. The front pads will wear out quicker than the rear shoes