Wabco 13229161 Thrust Piece 360

Description

The Thrust Piece 360 is a critical component within the brake drum assembly, functioning to transmit force and enable braking performance. It's used in brake systems to ensure smooth and reliable stopping power. This Wabco component, with MPN 13229161, is designed to OE specification, ensuring a precise fit and optimal functionality. Its dimensions are 60 x 30 x 30 mm. The Thrust Piece 360's precise engineering contributes to enhanced braking efficiency, improved system reliability, and a longer service life for the brake drum assembly.

Key Features & Benefits

This little piece, it’s all about taking the force from your brake shoes pressing against the brake drum and turning it into a solid, even push. It basically connects the wheel cylinder – that’s what actually pushes the shoes out – to the brake shoes themselves. It helps distribute that pressure across the entire shoe surface, making sure you get a good, strong stop. It’s got these little arms that sort of “float” and keep everything aligned. Think of your brake drum as a drum you’re trying to slow down by pressing things against the inside. The Thrust Piece 360 is right in there, kind of acting like a shield to make sure that force is applied evenly. It’s part of what lets your brakes grip properly and consistently. It’s specific to drum brake systems, of course. Discs work totally differently.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

If this piece gets worn or damaged, it messes with that even pressure. You’ll notice if one side isn’t braking as hard as the other, maybe the car pulls to one side when you stop. It can cause uneven wear on your brake shoes too, meaning you’ll be replacing them more often. It also can affect your stopping distance, which obviously isn’t something you want to mess with. You can find these pretty easily online, we actually stock a good selection at Fixparts Online, but it’s a fairly common part for most drum brake setups.

Warranty Information

Wabco Thrust Piece 360 (MPN 13229161) comes with a 1-year warranty.