Wabco 12999727VT Repair Kit 360x170

Description

The Repair Kit 360x170 is a comprehensive solution designed for the maintenance and repair of brake drums within braking systems. This kit is specifically engineered for use in heavy-duty vehicles and trailers, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of the brake drum assembly. Manufactured by Wabco, with MPN 12999727VT, this repair kit adheres to OE specifications, providing a precise fit and restoring the braking system to its original factory standards. Its dimensions are 68 x 243 x 114 mm. This kit helps maintain consistent braking force, reduces wear and tear on associated components, and contributes to overall vehicle safety.

Key Features & Benefits

This kit basically gives you all the little parts you need to refresh your brake drums. It includes things like new springs, adjusting screws, and sometimes even the pins that hold everything together inside the drum. It doesn't include the drum itself, or the brake shoes – just the hardware that makes those parts work together properly. Think of it as the stuff that keeps everything aligned and moving freely. Inside your brake drum, these parts are what allow the brake shoes to press outwards against the drum when you hit the brakes. They’re responsible for the self – adjusting mechanism too – that's how your brakes stay tight even as the shoes wear down. They ensure everything is positioned correctly and moves smoothly, giving you consistent braking performance.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Over time, those little springs and screws can get rusty, worn out, or even break. When that happens, your brakes won't adjust properly, you might get noise, or – and this is the big one – your braking performance will suffer. It’s a relatively inexpensive fix that can make a big difference in safety and how well your vehicle stops. You’ll notice if this stuff is failing because the brake pedal might feel spongy, or you might hear clicking or grinding sounds when braking. A kit like this, you can find on places like Fixparts Online, and it’s a good idea to replace this hardware whenever you replace your brake shoes or drums – it’s preventative maintenance, and saves you headaches down the road.

Warranty Information

Wabco Repair Kit 360x170 (MPN 12999727VT) comes with a 1-year warranty.