Beck/Arnley Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder P/N:072-8306
Restore firm, even drum braking with the Beck/Arnley Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder 072-1670 (also written 0721670), a complete new assembly that mounts in the front-right wheel position. Fed by hydraulic pressure from the master cylinder, the wheel cylinder pushes its internal pistons outward to press the brake shoes against the drum — the hydraulic actuator at the heart of a drum brake. It drops in as a direct replacement for the 1958-1962 Austin Healey Sprite, 1962-1971 Morris Minor, 1954-1955 Triumph TR2, and 1956-1957 Triumph TR3.
Signs this part may need replacing include brake fluid seeping at the wheel, a soft or sinking pedal, or uneven drum braking on that corner — diagnose the cause before replacing. If a leaking or seized wheel cylinder is the source, this unit replaces it.
Interchange: 13425010 · W12010
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What does this wheel cylinder do?
It's the hydraulic actuator in a drum brake. Fluid pressure from the master cylinder pushes its pistons outward, forcing the brake shoes against the drum to slow the wheel.
Which vehicles does the 072-1670 fit?
It's cataloged for the 1958-1962 Austin Healey Sprite, 1962-1971 Morris Minor, 1954-1955 Triumph TR2, and 1956-1957 Triumph TR3. Confirm fitment for your vehicle.
What position is this cylinder for?
The catalog lists it for the front-right wheel position on the applicable drum brake.
Is this a complete assembly or a rebuild kit?
It ships as a complete new assembly, not a rebuild or seal kit, so there's no need to source additional internal components.
What are signs a wheel cylinder needs replacing?
Brake fluid seeping at the wheel, a soft or sinking pedal, or uneven braking on that corner. Diagnose the cause first; if the cylinder is leaking or seized, this replaces it.
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