MAN 81503010271 brake camshaft

Description

The MAN 81503010271 brake camshaft is a critical component within the brake drum system, functioning to convert rotational motion into the linear force needed to activate the vehicle's brakes. This part is essential for heavy-duty vehicles and trailers, ensuring reliable stopping power. The brake camshaft’s robust design and precision manufacturing contribute to enhanced braking performance, improved durability, and reduced maintenance needs. This camshaft measures 60 x 97 x 525 mm.

Key Features & Benefits

This little guy basically takes the motion from your brake lever—when you press the pedal—and turns it into the pushing and pulling action that forces the brake shoes against the inside of the brake drum. It’s a rotating shaft with lobes, or bumps, on it. As it turns, those lobes push on levers which then spread the brake shoes. It's a mechanical conversion – straight line motion to rotational motion and then to the force needed to slow the wheel. It's a critical part of your drum brake system. Every time you hit the brakes, it’s working. You’ll find it inside the brake drum assembly itself, along with the brake shoes, springs, and other mechanical parts. It’s what actually makes the brakes work mechanically – it’s not electrical or hydraulic in this setup.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, if this camshaft wears out or gets damaged, your brakes will become less effective. You’ll likely notice if it's failing because you’ll get reduced braking power, or maybe even a spongy brake pedal feel. A really worn camshaft can even cause the brakes to drag, which will overheat things and wear out your brake shoes faster. It acts like a shield, protecting the whole mechanical brake system from overload, and if it fails the whole thing is compromised. We carry a good selection of these at Fixparts Online, but you can find them at most auto parts stores. It’s definitely a part you want to keep in good shape for safety’s sake.

Warranty Information

MAN brake camshaft (MPN 81503010271) comes with a 1-year warranty.