1973 Plymouth Valiant Drum Brakes Issues

i think at this point it is apparent the whole drum brake on that side maybe even the whole do need a good replacing of new parts all around. Sadly, i don't have the cash for that so small steps in getting the present problem worked out is going to have to do. This isn't a project car it's my daily driver so i need to do what i can to get mobile and pay bills/etc..

You don't have a choice. From your own description, this is unsafe to drive. I sure as 'ell would not want to meet you coming down the road.

If you have a family of mechanics you should be able to get this done no problem.