Rebuild a worn drum brake wheel cylinder with the Dorman - First Stop Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder Repair Kit, part number 3608, which supplies the components needed to repair the cylinder. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1980-1984 Ford F-250, 1966-1977 Dodge Charger and 1963-1981 Chrysler Town & Country. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
The kit is cataloged for front and rear drum brake positions, including rear left and rear right, depending on the application.
Signs that a wheel cylinder may need attention include brake fluid seeping at the backing plate, wet brake shoes, a soft or low brake pedal, and pulling to one side when braking. Diagnose the cause before starting the repair. If the cylinder bore is scored or pitted, consult the vehicle service information on whether to rebuild or replace the cylinder. Bleed the brake system after the work is done.
What does the Dorman - First Stop 3608 kit do?
It supplies components designed to match the original parts needed to repair a drum brake wheel cylinder, so you can rebuild the cylinder rather than replace the whole unit.
Which vehicles does this wheel cylinder repair kit fit?
It fits many vehicles, among them the 1980-1984 Ford F-250, 1966-1977 Dodge Charger and 1963-1981 Chrysler Town & Country. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Is this kit for the front or rear brakes?
It is cataloged for front and rear drum brake positions, including rear left and rear right, depending on the application.
What are signs a wheel cylinder may need repair?
Brake fluid at the backing plate, wet brake shoes, a soft or low pedal, or pulling to one side may indicate a wheel cylinder problem. Diagnose the cause before repairing.
What should I check when installing this kit?
Inspect the cylinder bore first. If it is scored or pitted, follow the vehicle service information on whether to rebuild or replace the cylinder, and bleed the brake system afterward.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
