Brake Drums
- DFC®Drum Brake Wheel CylinderDrum Brake Wheel Cylinder by DFC®. DFC wheel cylinders are manufactured to OEM specifications to ensure proper form, fitment, and function. Units are 100% pressure tested to eliminate defects and to ensure long-lasting reliability.Matches OEM specifications for proper form, fit, and functionManufactured to highest international quality control standards to eliminate defects$7.74 - $41.50
- Dorman®Drum Brake Wheel CylinderDrum Brake Wheel Cylinder by Dorman®. Direct replacement Wheel Cylinders are designed to fit specific vehicle applications and to ensure a proper fit every time. Normal wear may cause piston seals to leak. Corrosion and pitting can also...All Wheel Cylinders are made with high quality EPDM rubber cups and boots for long lasting performanceWheel Cylinder bores are surface tested to ensure an optimum sealing surface for the pressure cups$4.77 - $80.98
- Centric®Premium Wheel CylinderPremium Wheel Cylinder by Centric®. This cylinder is a high quality, direct fit OE replacement brake part that includes brass inserts and aluminum castings, where applicable, for leak-free long-lasting braking performance. It will...Designed to meet OE specificationsIncludes pistons, cup seals, and dust boots$6.52 - $306.67
- PowerStop®Autospecialty Drum Brake ShoesAutospecialty Drum Brake Shoes by PowerStop®. Engineered and designed to meet the most demanding professional installer, these semi-metallic brake shoes are post cured to ensure more brake power and shorter break-in time. The shoes...Designed for exceptional braking powerSecondary post cured for fast break-in$16.12 - $62.41
- Bosch®Blue™ Drum Brake ShoesBlue™ Drum Brake Shoes by Bosch®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and deliver great quality...100% asbestos-free friction formulationsBonded and riveted coverage to match OE method of attachment$11.86 - $131.62
- Raybestos®R-Line Brake DrumR-Line Brake Drum by Raybestos®. Raybestos R-Line drums offer full coverage with exclusive access to the Aftermarket’s latest products.Meet SAE Standard for Tensile Strength: OE-matched, G3000 qualified material for structural integrity and maximum service lifeVehicle specific designs: Match OE form, fit and function; best operation and ultimate strength; consistent with ISO/TS16949 quality system standards$22.39 - $221.66
- Raybestos®R-Line™ Brake DrumR-Line™ Brake Drum by Raybestos®. Raybestos R-Line drums offer full coverage with exclusive access to the Aftermarket’s latest products.Meet SAE Standard for Tensile Strength: OE-matched, G3000 qualified material for structural integrity and maximum service lifeVehicle specific designs: Match OE form, fit and function; best operation and ultimate strength; consistent with ISO/TS16949 quality system standards$26.96 - $157.25
- DFC®True Balanced Brake DrumTrue Balanced Brake Drum by DFC®. Manufactured using castings of superior metallurgy, DFC Premium Brake Drums are guaranteed to meet or exceed OEM's strict standards for performance, drivability and durability.Manufactured using castings of superior metallurgy for drivability, durability, and reliabilityMachined to the tightest tolerances to ensure a proper direct fitment$15.30 - $292.60
- ACDelco®Gold™ Drum Brake Wheel CylinderGold™ 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$6.71 - $133.89
- Centric®C-Tek™ Standard Brake DrumC-Tek™ Standard Brake Drum by Centric®. Engineered, designed, and manufactured using the latest technologies, this drum will provide OE fitment and performance at a great value. Its configured with G3000 metallurgy and has machined...High quality at an affordable priceHighly durable and reliable$16.30 - $234.66
- Raybestos®Element3™ Drum Brake Wheel CylinderElement3™ Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder by Raybestos®. Element3 Wheel Cylinders fit each application as well as the original. Delivers leak-free performance and maximum service life.Vehicle Specific Designs: Match OE form, fit and function; superior resistance to heat, corrosion and leakage100% Pressure Tested: Dependable operation and leak-free performance$8.22 - $342.21
- ACDelco®Gold™ Brake DrumGold™ Brake Drum by ACDelco®. ACDelco Professional 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$14.99 - $199.91
- TRQ®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by TRQ®. Superior-grade replacement TRQ drum brake shoes are a great option to go for those who value quality, dependability, and performance and want all of them without compromises but not for all the money of the...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$33.55 - $176.67$34.95 - $187.95Save up to 10%
- TRQ®Drum Brake KitDrum Brake Kit by TRQ®. DIYer's preferred choice, the TRQ drum brake kit meets or exceeds stringent industry standards for quality and reliability. With this true and tried brake kit, you get all you need for quick and easy replacement...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$79.63 - $228.87$82.95 - $235.95Save up to 8%
- 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$18.12 - $137.89$20.35 - $149.89Save up to 11%
- R1 Concepts®Brake DrumBrake Drum by R1 Concepts®. It is important to change your brake drums over time to get optimal braking performance. Brake drums will become smaller and smaller from wear and tear. Brake drums are not repairable, you would have to...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality cast iron materials which guarantees appropriate weight, strength, and metallurgy$17.50 - $280.79
- Raybestos®Element3™ Organic Drum Brake ShoesElement3™ Organic Drum Brake Shoes by Raybestos®. Element3 Brake Shoes offer a full coverage program that delivers industry leading category coverage to trucks, police, taxi and fleet-type vehicles that require severe duty performance.Highest Sheer Strength - Provides highest possible bond integrityEnsures the best contact between shoe and drum$15.58 - $401.35
- Bendix®Global™ Premium Brake DrumGlobal™ Premium Brake Drum by Bendix®. Honeywell Friction Materials carries a full line of drums and rotors that are engineered to OE specifications and manufactured worldwide in ISO 9000 or TS 16949 certified facilities. Bendix drums...OE vane design + configuration = optimal noise performance and heat dissipationComputer-aided design + CNC machining = dimensional integrity, proper fit and function$19.52 - $267.67
- TRQ®Brake DrumsBrake Drums by TRQ®. Restore the proper braking performance and safety of driving with top-notch and reliable brake drums from TRQ. Made in compliance with the OEM specifications, TRQ brake drums are guaranteed to provide an exact fit...Intended to bring your vehicle back to its original gloryBudget-friendly alternative to the OEM part$50.95 - $176.67$58.95 - $187.95Save up to 7%
- 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
- Centric®Premium Drum Brake ShoesPremium Drum Brake Shoes by Centric®. To provide excellent fit and reliable performance, these shoes are precision ground and come with OE style pins and levers. With specially formulated and dyno tested asbestos-free formulation, these...Premium quality and performancePrecision ground for an exact fit and function$14.14 - $206.10
- DFC®True-Arc Drum Brake ShoesTrue-Arc Drum Brake Shoes by DFC®. From premium friction material compounds to a 100% new carbon steel dipped with high temperature anti-rust corrosion black paint, all DFC True-Arc Brake Shoes are engineered to meet the same form, fit,...Sold as Axle Kits, not per sidePrecision arc grinded for perfect shoe-to-drum fitment$15.45 - $186.38
- Centric®Heavy Duty Drum Brake ShoesHeavy Duty Drum Brake Shoes by Centric®. Designed for superior stopping power and extended service life, these shoes features specialized friction formulas for really heavy use while maintaining low-noise and dust performance. To match...Performance testedFormulated for superior stopping power and extended service life$24.25 - $244.04
- Wagner®QuickStop™ Drum Brake ShoesQuickStop™ Drum Brake Shoes by Wagner®. Dependable stopping power is what you can expect with these QuickStop Brake Shoes offered by one of the leading OE & Aftermarket friction manufacturers. These brake shoes are engineered to...OE-matched friction formulations and configurations for reliable, like-new braking performance and maximum durabilityDesigned, tested and certified in the USA by Wagner’s OE Engineers$7.62 - $99.50
- 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$79.71 - $250.50$86.65 - $272.29Save up to 9%
- ACDelco®Gold™ Drum Brake Shoe SetGold™ Drum Brake Shoe Set by ACDelco®. ACDelco Gold™ 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, form...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$15.37 - $262.11
- R1 Concepts®Premium Drum Brake ShoesPremium Drum Brake Shoes by R1 Concepts®. R1 Concepts drum brake shoes are manufactured to the standards of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and are guaranteed to meet or exceed the OEM's strict standards for performance,...Vehicle specific design which meets or exceeds OEM specifications for exact fitment and equal or improved performanceManufactured with high quality friction materials for long lasting reliability and low noise$17.56 - $213.19
- iD Select®Brake DrumBrake Drum by iD Select®. We know shopping for auto parts can be overwhelming, often requiring more time than you’ve got to figure out which items hit the bullseye of reliable high quality while also being the best value for your...Direct OEM replacement for your malfunctioning brake partMade to deliver the ultimate in quality, reliability, and value$12.45 - $156.47
- 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$13.06 - $166.20
- Brembo®Premium OE Equivalent Brake DrumPremium OE Equivalent Brake Drum by Brembo®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and deliver great...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$34.07 - $107.88
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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