Keep your drum brakes actuating firmly with the Dorman - First Stop Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder (W8267). This wheel cylinder converts hydraulic brake-line pressure into mechanical force, pushing the brake shoes outward against the drum. It drops in as a rear right, direct-fit replacement for a range of vintage applications — the 1948-1950 Checker A2 and A3, the 1950-1952 A4 and A5, the 1953-1954 A6 and A7, the 1955-1957 A8 and A8B, the 1952-1957 Checker Taxicab, the 1946-1948 Ford Anglia, Deluxe, Prefect and Super Deluxe, the 1948 Ford Taunus, and the 1946-1948 Mercury (All engines). See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Replacing the wheel cylinder while servicing the drum brakes is a cost-effective, straightforward way to help maintain proper brake operation. The inlet uses a 7/16-24 UNS thread, and the bore inside diameter is 1 in. or 1.125 in. depending on the application. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: W906033 · 134.65031 · 13465031 · WC255970 · 375-54044 · 37554044 · 375-54088 · 37554088 · 5473096 · WC8267 · F25099 · WC25099
Manufacturer part number W8267
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What does the W8267 wheel cylinder do?
It converts hydraulic brake-line pressure into mechanical force, pushing the drum brake shoes outward against the drum. If a leaking or seized wheel cylinder is your issue, this part replaces it.
Which vehicles does it fit?
It's a rear right direct-fit for various 1948-1957 Checker models and the Taxicab, plus the 1946-1948 Ford Anglia, Deluxe, Prefect and Super Deluxe, the 1948 Ford Taunus, and the 1946-1948 Mercury (All engines). See the Buyer's Guide tab.
Is a bleeder screw included?
Yes, a bleeder screw is included. The bleeder screw cap is not included.
What are the bore and inlet thread sizes?
The inlet uses a 7/16-24 UNS thread. The bore inside diameter is 1 in. or 1.125 in. depending on the application, so confirm the correct bore for your vehicle.
Do I need to replace both sides?
This listing is for one wheel cylinder (rear right). Replacing the wheel cylinder on both sides together as a matched pair is recommended for even, balanced braking.
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