OEM Brake Drums

Brake drums are the rotating members of drum brakes. Together with the brake shoes, they produce friction that slows or stops your vehicle. Although discs have gained popularity among carmakers since the 1980s, drum brakes are still used because of their durability and low cost. For some vehicles, a combination of drum brakes and disc brakes are used to provide the best possible outcomes.

How to Tell if a Brake Drum Is Bad

Here are a few things to look out for in a bad brake drum:

Soft or spongy brake pedal

Grinding or scraping noise when braking

Takes too long for your car to slow down or stop when braking

Your vehicle slides a few inches when applying the parking brake

Brake pedal too low due to too much space between shoe and drum

Are Drum Brakes Easier to Replace?

A common misconception is that drum brakes are hard to install. This is untrue, as it is still easy to replace defective drum brakes when you have the appropriate tools. If you’re thinking of installing new shoes or drums yourself, make sure to wear protective gear, such as an asbestos respirator.

Do Any New Cars Have Drum Brakes?

New cars use drum brakes due to their performance, durability, and cost. There is also growing interest among EV automakers in using them instead of disc brakes for electric vehicles.

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