Brake drum springs

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Brake drum springs

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Would it matter if i didnt have the spring that wraps round the brake drum as 1 is missing?
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I don't think they're safety related,just some attempt at stopping brake squeal,canceling out vibration frequency.
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I think they were a crude attempt at cooling the drum! don't worry about it, I am sure it will be fine.
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I have one missing as well, no adverse effects though, still stops and drives ok
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