[DanC]

It is definately NOT due to the front linings being new. Could be they are not adjusted out propery though.

While car jacked up and spinning a front wheel adjust the star wheel (brake shoe expander) until a slight drag is felt, then repeat on other side. From there the self adjusters will take over.

Also make sure rear shoes are not too tight. Quick check is with the parking brake. It should go down at least half way when shoes are proper adjusted. Also if it goes all the way down the rear shoes are too loose!

The most likely cause is that the rear wheel cylinder is leaking and got the shoes wet. This is common when changing shoes as the wheel cylinder cup seals are in a rusty/pitted area of the cylinder bore where old moisture contamiated fluid has been. If this is the case do not bother with a rebuild kit, buy a new cylinder.

DanC