Wabco 12999011VT Repair Kit 500

Description

The Repair Kit 500 is a comprehensive solution designed for the maintenance and repair of brake drums. It is used within the braking system of various vehicles to ensure optimal stopping power and safety. This Wabco kit, with MPN 12999011VT, is engineered to OE specification, providing a reliable and consistent performance match. The kit's dimensions are 55 x 101 x 90 mm, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of brake drum assemblies. By utilizing this repair kit, technicians can efficiently restore braking system integrity, ensuring vehicle reliability and driver safety.

Key Features & Benefits

This kit basically has everything you need to refresh the parts inside your brake drum. It includes new wheel cylinder seals, springs, pins, and sometimes even the wheel cylinder boots. Essentially, it rebuilds the mechanism that pushes the brake shoes out against the drum to actually stop the car. It doesn't include the drum itself, or the shoes, just the little bits that make everything work within the drum. Think of your brake drum as a little housing, and this kit rebuilds the engine inside that housing. The wheel cylinder takes the hydraulic pressure from your brake pedal and converts it into mechanical force. This kit keeps that cylinder operating smoothly. It's a key part of your braking system, obviously, because without it, pushing the pedal won't actually do anything at the wheels. It’s what turns fluid pressure into stopping power.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, over time, those seals and springs inside the wheel cylinder wear out or get damaged. You’ll notice if you start getting a spongy brake pedal, or if a wheel isn't braking as hard as the others. Leaks are a big sign too - fluid dripping near the wheels. If you ignore it, it can lead to serious braking issues and potentially unsafe driving conditions. Replacing these parts keeps everything working as it should, ensuring consistent, reliable stopping power. It’s a relatively inexpensive fix that can save you a lot of trouble down the road. You can find a good kit like this one at places like Fixparts Online, they usually have everything you need and it's a pretty straightforward job if you're comfortable with a bit of DIY.

Warranty Information

Wabco Repair Kit 500 (MPN 12999011VT) comes with a 1-year warranty.