Wabco 12999407VT Repair Kit 360/410

Description

The Wabco 12999407VT Repair Kit 360/410 is designed for brake drum maintenance and repair. This kit is a comprehensive solution for restoring brake performance, ensuring reliable stopping power for commercial vehicles. Measuring 48 x 88 x 217 mm, this repair kit adheres to OE specifications, guaranteeing a precise fit and consistent performance. By utilizing this kit, technicians can effectively address wear and tear, extending the lifespan of brake components and maintaining optimal braking efficiency.

Key Features & Benefits

This kit basically gives you everything you need to refresh the mechanical parts inside the brake drum itself. It includes things like new brake shoes – those are the friction materials that actually stop the car when you hit the pedal – plus all the little springs, pins, levers, and adjusters that make the shoes work correctly. It's a complete overhaul for that drum brake system. Think of your brake drum as a little housing for everything that physically slows down the wheel. This kit rebuilds all the moving bits within that drum. It doesn't cover the drum itself, the wheel cylinder, or the lines – just the internal mechanical parts. It's for drum brakes, obviously – not disc brakes. These are older systems, typically on the rear wheels sometimes, though it depends on the vehicle.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, those internal parts wear out over time. The shoes get thinner, the springs lose their tension, and things just get sloppy. When that happens, you might notice longer stopping distances, pulling to one side when braking, or even noises coming from the rear wheels. A worn – out kit can also cause uneven brake wear, and that’s never good. This kit gets everything back to working order, improving your stopping power and keeping things safe. You’ll notice if it’s gone bad because braking will feel less responsive, or you might get a shuddering sensation. You can usually find this kit pretty easily – places like Fixparts Online carry it – and it's a relatively straightforward repair if you're comfortable working on brakes.

Warranty Information

Wabco Repair Kit 360/410 (MPN 12999407VT) comes with a 1-year warranty.