New linings are only about 3/16"
Many variables on the adjusters. As long as you can adjust so there is no binding with the pedals released you're good.
If the wheel/lining is not true, you can address small high spots by temporarily glueing abrasive paper to the shoe and rotate the wheel by hand to remove lining material at the tight spot.
The lining is only 3/16 however, the rivets and rivet recess take about 1/8" leaving only 1/16" of wear material. So if the wheel drum is not true, eliminating tightspots may not be possible and niether will good braking characteristics.
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