Dorman - First Stop Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder P/N:W37970
Keep your classic BMW's rear drum brakes answering the pedal with the Dorman First Stop Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder W37425, a direct-fit replacement for the 1969-1976 BMW 2002, 1969-1971 BMW 2002TI and 1971-1974 BMW 2002TII, all engines. Mounted at the rear drum brake, it turns hydraulic pressure from the brake lines into the force that spreads the brake shoes against the drum.
Dorman engineered this cylinder to match the original wheel cylinder in fit, function and performance on the listed applications. It is manufactured and tested for quality assurance.
Specifications: cast iron construction; 0.625 in. inside diameter; M10 x 1.0 inlet thread. A bleeder screw is included, but a bleeder screw cap is not. Country of origin: Italy. Package contents: one drum brake wheel cylinder.
The listed applications use two wheel cylinders. This listing is for one, sold individually, and replacing both sides together is recommended for even, balanced braking. Signs a wheel cylinder may need replacing include brake fluid seeping inside the drum, fluid-soaked brake shoes, a soft or sinking pedal, or a dropping fluid level.
Interchange: 84-62002 · W-04002 · 072-1522 · 134.34002 · 375-31001
8462002 · W04002 · 0721522 · 13434002 · 37531001 · 18E161 · W906466 · 34211101760 · WC254740 · WC37425
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What does a drum brake wheel cylinder do?
It uses hydraulic pressure from the master cylinder to push the brake shoes outward against the drum. The W37425 is cataloged for the rear drum brakes on the listed applications.
Which BMW models does the Dorman W37425 fit?
It fits the 1969-1976 BMW 2002, the 1969-1971 BMW 2002TI and the 1971-1974 BMW 2002TII, all engines. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your vehicle.
What are the key specifications of this wheel cylinder?
It is made of cast iron, with a 0.625 in. inside diameter, an M10 x 1.0 inlet thread and EPDM rubber cups and boots. Country of origin is Italy.
What comes in the box?
The box holds one drum brake wheel cylinder with a bleeder screw included. A bleeder screw cap is not included. The listed applications use two, and replacing both sides together is recommended.
What are signs a wheel cylinder may need replacing?
Possible signs include brake fluid leaking inside the drum, fluid-soaked shoes, a soft or sinking pedal, or a falling fluid level. Other faults can cause these too, so diagnose the cause before replacing parts.
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.