Brake Drums
- 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 - $112.95Save: up to 5%$55.63 - $107.30
- 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$143.95 - $179.95Save: 5%$136.75 - $170.95
- 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$35.95 - $40.95Save: 5%$34.15 - $38.90
- 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$86.95 - $187.95Save: up to 6%$84.34 - $178.55
- 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$39.54 - $91.96Save: 15%$33.61 - $78.17
- 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$66.97 - $167.24Save: 15%$56.93 - $142.16
- 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$145.49 - $273.80Save: 15%$123.68 - $233.02
- 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$51.33 - $441.30Save: up to 17%$43.63 - $375.11
- 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$41.60 - $45.67Save: up to 15%$35.35 - $39.29
- 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$64.74 - $458.93Save: 15%$55.10 - $390.09
- 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$102.62 - $295.72Save: 15%$87.23 - $251.36
- 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$91.86 - $127.16Save: up to 15%$78.08 - $108.22
- 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$27.17 - $74.66Save: up to 16%$23.09 - $63.55
- 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
- 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$23.04 - $526.35Save: up to 11%$20.74 - $473.72
- 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$9.18 - $574.20Save: up to 13%$8.26 - $516.78
- R1 Concepts®True Balanced Brake Drum QuantityTrue Balanced Brake Drum Quantity 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,...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$42.30 - $75.48
- Brembo®Brake DrumBrake 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 quality at an...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$47.27 - $142.28
- Wagner®Brake DrumBrake Drum by Wagner®. Wagner Brake premium drums are engineered, tested and certified to perform safely and effectively on today's vehicles.Smooth surface finish provides less shoe break-in timeSuperior metallurgy and tighter tolerances resulting in optimal performance$25.21 - $154.04
- DuraGo®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by DuraGo®. Bring your prized possession to a smooth, controlled stop with this premium-grade DuraGo product. Built with precision quality and reliability in mind, it is designed to give you the utmost control and...Designed to help enhance your braking experienceGreat for use by professional installers and automotive enthusiasts$11.30 - $53.04
- Genuine®Brake DrumBrake Drum by Genuine®. If your brake parts are in need of repair, don’t compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, off-brand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain store. On our website you'll find...Designed to restore your vehicle’s brake systemGenuine OE replacement parts from the OE manufacturer$22.54 - $239.83
- Genuine®Drum Brake Shoe SetDrum Brake Shoe Set by Genuine®. Are your brakes making noise? Is your vehicle's stopping power not what it used to be? Brake repairs are not something that can be put off, but before you waste your time and gas running out to the auto...Designed to restore your vehicle’s brake systemGenuine OE replacement parts from the OE manufacturer$67.80 - $166.91
- Bendix®Premium Drum Brake Shoe KitPremium Drum Brake Shoe Kit by Bendix®. These shoes have the correct lining attachment and fitment to prevent brake friction block cracking for maximum lining service life. They're relined to OEM specifications and offer long lasting...Complete Coverage100% Copper-Free Vehicle-Specific Formulas$65.49 - $107.14
- Beck Arnley®TRUE Shoes™ Drum Brake ShoesTRUE Shoes™ Drum Brake Shoes 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 functionPremium binders and asbestos-free braking materials$27.31 - $100.98
- DIY Solutions®Brake Drum SetBrake Drum Set 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$67.27 - $215.17
- DIY Solutions®Drum Brake Shoe and Drum KitDrum Brake Shoe and Drum Kit by DIY Solutions®. This product is meticulously manufactured to exacting standards by industry experts using state-of-the-art equipment and the finest materials while being offered an affordable cost.Developed to comply with rigorous quality standardsExceptional quality at a budget-friendly price$193.75 - $212.11
- DIY Solutions®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes 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...Designed to help restore your vehicle to its former gloryQuick replacement to let you enjoy an awesome ride again$41.77 - $81.55
- Pagid®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by Pagid®. 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 at an...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$31.66 - $156.30
- Textar®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by Textar®. Exceeding requirements set by ECE R90, Textar lined brake shoes provide the perfect partner to Textar brake drums and provide excellent European vehicle parc coverage.High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$22.94 - $68.83
- Vaico®Brake DrumBrake Drum by Vaico®. 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...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$43.32 - $147.78
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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