Help your drum parking brake spread the shoes against the drum as designed with the Dorman - HELP Parking Brake Strut / Drum Brake Bar Lever, part number 21147. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1992-1998 Chevrolet C1500, 1988-1995 Chevrolet K1500 and 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe, and is cataloged for both the rear left and rear right positions.
Inside a drum brake, the parking brake strut spans between the brake shoes. When the parking brake is applied, the lever and strut work together to push the shoes outward against the drum to help hold the vehicle in place. Dorman lists this part under two names, parking brake strut and drum brake bar lever.
- Direct replacement: this strut blade is designed to replicate the original part's fit and function on the listed applications.
- Ideal solution: a dependable choice when the factory strut is missing or damaged.
- Durable construction: made from quality materials for reliable performance and long service life.
- Trustworthy quality: supported by a U.S.-based team of product experts and more than a century of automotive experience.
Signs this part may need replacing include a parking brake that does not hold firmly, excessive lever or pedal travel, or a rattle from the rear drum. If a worn, bent or missing strut is the cause, this part replaces it. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of compatible vehicles.
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