Brake Wheel Cylinders
- ATE®Brake DrumBrake Drum by ATE®. 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 affordable...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$48.48 - $105.73
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- Professional Parts Sweden®Drum Brake ShoeDrum Brake Shoe by Professional Parts Sweden®. If you need premium-quality yet affordable replacement parts for your Volvo or SAAB, Professional Parts Sweden hits the spot. Top-of-the-line Professional Parts Sweden products are made...Direct replacement for your factory partEngineered to meet exact OEM standards$47.61 - $55.14
- Crown®Brake DrumBrake Drum by Crown®. The Crown product leaves nothing to be desired. It provides OE quality and reliability and combines them with the perfect fit and function. Offered at a highly attractive and competitive price, this product is an...Perfect fit for the first timeOE quality and functionality$64.45 - $249.19
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- Crown®Drum Brake Shoe and Lining KitDrum Brake Shoe and Lining Kit by Crown®. The Crown product leaves nothing to be desired. It provides OE quality and reliability and combines them with the perfect fit and function. Offered at a highly attractive and competitive price,...Perfect fit for the first timeOE quality and functionality$41.86 - $105.57
- Crown®Emergency Brake DrumEmergency Brake Drum by Crown®. The Crown product leaves nothing to be desired. It provides OE quality and reliability and combines them with the perfect fit and function. Offered at a highly attractive and competitive price, this...Perfect fit for the first timeOE quality and functionality$77.53
- Zimmermann®Coat-Z Brake DrumCoat-Z Brake Drum by Zimmermann®. Since 2008 Zimmermann is offering almost Brake Discs in a coated version named "Coat Z – anti corrosion". Today almost all brake discs and some brake drums are available in coated quality. Here with...Proven to deliver superior durability and qualityMade to push your vehicle to the next level$31.21 - $179.10
- TRW®Brake DrumBrake Drum by TRW®. 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 affordable...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$139.94 - $152.84
- TRW®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by TRW®. 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$57.36 - $62.19
- Ferodo®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by Ferodo®. 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$51.47 - $59.95
- MK Kashiyama®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by MK Kashiyama®. 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...High quality at an affordable priceExpertly made from premium materials$22.04 - $78.35
- Meyle®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by Meyle®. Keep your prized possession running at its optimum and enjoy a safe driving experience with top-of-the-line Meyle replacement automotive parts. Made using premium materials following the highest standards and...Designed to make your vehicle perform at its optimal levelManufactured from high-strength materials for long-lasting durability$38.14 - $42.26
- OPparts®Brake DrumBrake Drum by OPparts®. 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...Built to offer excellent functionality and qualityMade with the use of the most innovative technologies$12.14 - $37.24
- SBS®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by SBS®. 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$30.45 - $111.78
- Sangsin®Drum Brake ShoesDrum Brake Shoes by Sangsin®. 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$38.23 - $73.08
- Sebro®Brake DrumBrake Drum by Sebro®. 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$106.68 - $126.95
- 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$5.54 - $81.12
- 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$8.80 - $154.79Save: up to 16%$7.49 - $131.57
- 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
- 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$8.82 - $342.21
- 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$7.55 - $306.67
- 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$11.17 - $149.89
- 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$13.93 - $29.33
- 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$26.16 - $131.12
The wheel cylinder forces the brake shoes against the brake drum. The cast iron or aluminum wheel cylinder body mounts on the backing plate and contains an expander spring, cup seals and pistons inside the bore, which is protected from brake dust by dust boots at each end. The pistons directly push on the brake shoes or there may be links that connect the pistons to the shoes. The brake line supplies fluid to the center of the bore in between the pistons.
When you apply the brakes, hydraulic pressure forces the wheel cylinder pistons outward, and the brake shoes against the drum. The hydraulic pressure also forces the cup seal lips against the bore to prevent fluid leaks. The expander spring keeps pressure on the seals when the brakes are released and the return springs retract the shoes and pistons. A bleeder screw attaches to a passage in the cylinder at its highest point to facilitate brake bleeding.
Glycol based brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning that it absorbs moisture. As the moisture level in the fluid increases it can corrode the bore in the wheel cylinder, resulting in pitting and scoring. This wears the cup seals and causes a fluid leak, and loss of hydraulic pressure. The first indication of a leak is a low brake pedal and reduced braking power. Corrosion buildup can also cause wheel cylinder pistons to seize in the bore, which can cause grabbing and brake drag. When experiencing these symptoms, or any time the brake shoes are serviced, the wheel cylinders should be inspected.
Pull back the dust boot at each end of the wheel cylinder. A small amount of moisture is normal, but if fluid runs out as soon as the boot is pulled back, the wheel cylinder is bad. Wheel cylinders are generally replaced, but if the damage isn’t too severe, they can be rebuilt. Before overhauling a wheel cylinder, make sure the bleeder screw isn’t seized. A rebuild kit includes new cup seals, boots, and expander spring. If light honing won’t clean up the bore without creating too much clearance, the wheel cylinder must be replaced. Clearance is excessive if a piston can be installed with a 0.003” feeler gauge in the bore.
Wheel cylinder manufacturers can impart a much finer finish to the bore than can be achieved with a hone, so a new wheel cylinder will last longer. In addition to new rubber components and a fresh casting, a new wheel cylinder will also have a new bleeder screw that is plated to resist corrosion. Another point to consider: when new brake shoes are installed the thicker linings push the wheel cylinder pistons further into the bore. This may force the cup seals to contact corroded parts of the bore, eventually causing a leak. For safe driving, replace the wheel cylinders whenever brake shoes are replaced.
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