Brake Drums
- Motorcraft®Brake DrumBrake Drum by Motorcraft®. Don't put yourself and your passengers at risk driving with worn-out brake parts. Motorcraft is here to provide you with premium replacement products that feature OEM quality and fit but cost less than at the...Exceed Friction Materials Standards Institute (FMSI) specificationsFeature comprehensive use of shims, slots and chamfers to reduce noise$30.60 - $128.95
- DuraGo®Brake DrumBrake Drums by DuraGo®. Get maximum stopping power, reduced noise, and smooth, vibration-free braking performance with Pronto brake drums. They're precision balanced, fully machined, and ready to install. Each drum is manufactured by...Designed to help enhance your braking experienceGreat for use by professional installers and automotive enthusiasts$13.03 - $166.20
- DIY Solutions®Drum Brake KitDrum Brake Kit by DIY Solutions®. If you're seeking to get your steel stallion back to its tip-top condition, then this top-notch replacement solution is what you should definitely look out for. When it comes to quality, reliability and...Designed to help restore your vehicle to its former gloryQuick replacement to let you enjoy an awesome ride again$83.18 - $290.65
- DIY Solutions®Drum Brake Wheel CylinderDrum Brake Wheel Cylinder by DIY Solutions®. If you're seeking to get your steel stallion back to its tip-top condition, then this top-notch replacement solution is what you should definitely look out for. When it comes to quality,...Designed to help restore your vehicle to its former gloryQuick replacement to let you enjoy an awesome ride again$10.72 - $149.89$11.17 - $149.89Save up to 8%
- Beck Arnley®TRUE Metal™ Premium Brake DrumTRUE Metal™ Premium Brake Drum by Beck Arnley®. Beck Arnley parts meet foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit and function. Brand's product specialists worl with a network of global sourcing partners so you can install the...Matches OE form, fit and functionDirectional finish optimizes break-in and shoe seating$31.90 - $108.89
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Drum Brake ShoesGenuine GM Parts™ Drum Brake Shoes by ACDelco®. When you need high-quality stopping power for your GM vehicle, rely on ACDelco GM Original Equipment Pads and Shoes. Built to meet stringent FMVSS guidelines, ACDelco Brake Pads and...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$43.69 - $375.57
- R1 Concepts®Drum Brake Wheel CylinderDrum Brake Wheel Cylinder by R1 Concepts®. R1 Concepts drum brake wheel cylinder are manufactured to the standards of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and are guaranteed to meet or exceed the OEM's strict standards for...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality materials which guarantees appropriate weight and strength$8.95 - $43.03
- Motorcraft®Drum Brake Wheel CylinderDrum Brake Wheel Cylinder by Motorcraft®. Don't put yourself and your passengers at risk driving with worn-out brake parts. Motorcraft is here to provide you with premium replacement products that feature OEM quality and fit but cost...Direct OEM replacementMeet strict Ford Motor Company standards$25.40 - $131.12
- Beck Arnley®Drum Brake Wheel CylinderDrum Brake Wheel Cylinder by Beck Arnley®. For one hundred years, Beck Arnley has been providing premium OE quality parts for vehicles. Beginning with motorcycle parts in 1914 and transitioning to import vehicles in the 1950's, brand...Perfect fit and function is guaranteedMade from the same gauge material as your original part$8.33 - $44.76
- Advics®Drum Brake Wheel CylinderDrum Brake Wheel Cylinder by Advics®. This product will provide quick response for safe, smooth braking while resisting corrosion for durability and long service life. The cylinder is an OEM design that fits vehicle specific...Quick-response OEM design for consistent and reliable braking performanceAnodizing and "Kanizen" plating of cylinder bodies strengthens surface for smooth operation of the piston and high corrosion resistance$13.96 - $29.33
- TRQ®Brake Drum SetBrake Drum Set by TRQ®. 2 Piece. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Developed to comply with rigorous quality standardsExceptional quality at a budget-friendly price$57.95 - $109.56$66.95 - $112.95Save 3%
- TRQ®Drum Brake Kit with Hub AssembliesDrum Brake Kit with Hub Assemblies by TRQ®. Perfect for completing a brake job without spending a fortune, this top-notch TRQ drum brake kit with hub assemblies is right what you need to restore the efficient operation of your brake...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$139.63 - $179.95
- TRQ®Drum Brake ShoeDrum Brake Shoe by TRQ®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading materials...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$34.87 - $39.72$35.95 - $40.95Save 3%
- TRQ®Drum Brake Shoe and Drum KitDrum Brake Shoe and Drum Kit by TRQ®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$83.47 - $182.31$86.95 - $187.95Save up to 4%
- ACDelco®Advantage Brake DrumAdvantage Brake Drum by ACDelco®. ACDelco Silver (Advantage) Brake Drums are constructed with G3000 material for maximum service life. They are validated for balance to provide optimum braking performance. Chamfer angle, vane...No machining required – ready to be installed right out of the boxRust-preventative coating$33.65 - $78.26
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ Brake DrumGM Original Equipment™ Brake Drum by ACDelco®. GM Original Equipment Brake Drums are cylinder shaped bowls where the wheel cylinder presses the brake shoes outward against the inside of the drum. Drums are typically found on older...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$57.00 - $142.33
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ Brake Wheel CylinderGM Original Equipment™ Brake Wheel Cylinder by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$30.29 - $69.46
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Brake DrumGenuine GM Parts™ Brake Drum by ACDelco®. GM Original Equipment Brake Drums are cylinder shaped bowls where the wheel cylinder presses the brake shoes outward against the inside of the drum. Drums are typically found on older vehicles...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$123.83 - $268.43
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Drum Brake Wheel CylinderGenuine GM Parts™ Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$16.85 - $140.33
- ACDelco®Gold Drum Brake ShoeGold Drum Brake Shoe by ACDelco®. Riveted Drum Brake Shoe Set. ACDelco (Professional) Gold Riveted Brake Shoes are the high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. Engineered with a premium dipped coating to help resist...Quality validated for proper metallurgy and correct brake plate thicknessNon-directional brake surface finish for consistent braking$35.39 - $39.33
- ACDelco®Gold DuraStop Brake DrumGold DuraStop Brake Drum by ACDelco®. ACDelco Gold DuraStop® Bonded Brake Shoes are high-quality replacements for worn factory brakes. Chamfered, slotted and shimmed, they are designed to match the Original Equipment part in fit,...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$56.59 - $390.58
- ACDelco®Gold DuraStop™ Drum Brake Wheel CylinderGold DuraStop™ Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Engineered to exacting tolerances for outstanding performanceBuilt to fit most cars on the road today$25.24 - $39.67
- ACDelco®Gold™ DuraStop Drum Brake Shoe SetGold™ DuraStop Drum Brake Shoe Set by ACDelco®. ACDelco Gold DuraStop® Bonded Brake Shoes are high-quality replacements for worn factory brakes. Chamfered, slotted and shimmed, they are designed to match the Original Equipment...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$87.34 - $251.67
- ACDelco®Professional™ Durastop Brake DrumProfessional™ Durastop Brake Drum by ACDelco®. ACDelco Gold (Professional) Brake Drums are constructed with G3000 SAE qualified material for structural integrity and maximum service life. They are tested to ISO/TS 16949 quality system...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$78.18 - $124.67
- ACDelco®Silver™ Drum Brake Shoe SetSilver™ Drum Brake Shoe Set by ACDelco®. ACDelco Advantage Brake Shoes offer outstanding performance at a value price. Chamfered, slotted and shimmed, they are designed to match the Original Equipment part in fit, form and function....Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$23.13 - $73.20
- Centric®C-Tek™ Drum Brake ShoesC-Tek™ Drum Brake Shoes by Centric®. Engineered and tested to provide superior quality and performance, these shoes also provide improved service life for most import and domestic applications. The 100% asbestos-free friction formula...Covers hundreds of the most popular applications100% Asbestos-free formulas$11.61 - $50.45
- Centric®C-Tek™ Standard Drum Brake Wheel CylinderC-Tek™ Standard Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder by Centric®. Designed to match all OE specifications, this cylinder provides OE fit, form, and function. To ensure safe, effective braking action, it's made of high-quality material and...Designed to meet OE specificationsIncludes pistons, cup seals, and dust boots$6.75 - $20.33
- Mopar®Brake DrumBrake Drum by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology to meet the...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$20.76 - $474.19
- Mopar®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology to meet the...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$8.27 - $517.29
- Mopar®Drum Brake Wheel CylinderDrum Brake Wheel Cylinder by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology to...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$5.59 - $177.05
Drum brakes were standard equipment on cars and trucks for decades, then in the 1970s they were relegated to the rear axle by front disc brakes. Today most vehicles have four wheel disc brakes, but drum brakes are still used at the rear on many trucks and non-performance cars. Although disc brakes have many technological advantages, drum brakes generally provide noise free operation and simplify parking brake design.
A typical drum brake assembly has two “shoes” which provide the metal frame to which the friction lining is bonded or riveted. The shoes are held to a backing plate by hold-down springs and actuated by pistons in a hydraulic wheel cylinder. When the brakes are applied, the friction linings contact the friction surface of the brake drum, which encloses the brake assembly and turns with the wheel. Return springs retract the shoes after brake application.
The brake drum mounts on the axle or wheel hub, and some drums incorporate the hub. Most brake drums are made of solid cast iron, but there are also steel and aluminum drums with cast iron liners. The machined friction surface on all drums is cast iron. Both steel and aluminum drums are lighter than one-piece cast iron, and aluminum drums run cooler. Some drums have cooling fins cast into the drum and some drums have a coil spring around the circumference of the drum to dampen noise and vibration. Brake drums come in various diameters and depths (width) according to application.
The friction surface of a brake drum naturally wears with use, which enlarges the inside diameter of the drum. All drums have a maximum, or discard diameter that is usually cast into or stamped on the outside of the drum. It is unsafe to use a drum with a diameter larger than this specification, because it will be too thin to properly dissipate heat and will not have the structural strength to withstand braking force without possibly distorting or cracking. Drums can also be scored from dirt and extremely worn shoes, and become bell-mouthed and develop heat checks, hard spots, and cracks from excessive heat and stress.
Machining a worn drum may not remove friction surface defects within diameter specifications, and some defects can’t be eliminated by refinishing. Instead of finding out you need new drums while you’re in the middle of the repair, why not be proactive and order a set of our replacement drums so you have everything needed to complete the job? Our replacement drums are made to OE specs, with the proper metallurgy for long life. They’re precision machined for smooth brake operation, and balanced to ensure vibration free performance. We also offer complete drum kits that include drums, shoes, hardware, and wheel cylinders.
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