Wabco 10270259 270x80mm Drum Brake

Description

The Wabco 10270259 is a 270x80mm Drum Brake designed for use in braking systems. This brake drum is a critical component for ensuring vehicle stopping power and stability. It's an OE specification part, meaning it's manufactured to meet the original equipment standards. The drum measures 101 x 294 x 300 mm and is a right-side mounting component. This drum delivers reliable performance and durability for demanding applications.

Key Features & Benefits

This drum itself is the main surface where your brake shoes press against to actually slow down and stop the wheel. Inside that drum, you've got those brake shoes, and when you hit the brake pedal, they push outward and rub against the inner surface of this drum – that friction is what stops your car. It’s a pretty simple system, honestly. The dimensions, 270x80mm, just tell you the size – basically how wide and how tall the braking surface is. It's part of your car’s braking system, specifically for one of the wheels – usually rear wheels on older or some simpler vehicles. It works alongside everything else – the brake lines, the wheel cylinder, the springs, the shoes – to give you stopping power. It’s a key component, obviously.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

It’s important because it directly affects your safety. If this drum gets warped, cracked, or excessively worn, your brakes won't work as effectively. You’ll notice if a drum is really bad – maybe pulling to one side when you brake, or a pulsing feeling in the brake pedal. It acts like a shield, protecting the rest of the braking components, but it also is a key friction surface. Getting a good quality drum keeps everything working reliably. You can often find a replacement like this one at places like Fixparts Online, and it’s something you really don’t want to put off replacing if it’s failing. A worn drum can damage other parts of the brake system too, making repairs more expensive in the long run.

Warranty Information

Wabco 270x80mm Drum Brake (MPN 10270259) comes with a 1-year warranty.