Re: Brake drum and shoes. Is Duralast ok?

From: Bill Day (billday@otecom.net)
Date: Tue Apr 12 2005 - 15:57:58 EDT


I can't speak for the drums, but I can speak for the shoes, spend a little more
and get the ceramic shoes from Napa. The Duralasts' don't last, least they
didnt on my DAK.

Bill

Dan Kramarsky wrote:

>
>
>
> ladies & gents,
>
>
> I have to get brake drums and shoes on both sides. they're the 10 x 2.5"
> brakes.
>
> Is Duralast 10" drums ok? anyone have problems with these?
>
> The fact is, I can get Duralast 10" drums for $49.99 at AutoZone. And
> I called Pep Boys and all they had was Raysbestos for $89.99 a drum. That
> seems a tad
> high for a drum. ( they had cheaper drums but only in 9" size and not in
> 10" )
>
> I am basically looking for a recommendation on a good OEM replacement drum.
> One that
> will last about 5 years. or around 50,000 mile
>
> p.s. are Duralast shoes good? its a daily driver truck and mostly in town
> driving. and i can get shoes for $12.99 from Autozone.
>
> if anyone has other alternatives for a good priced ( below $65 ) 10" brake
> drum, send some info pls.
>
> -dan
>
>
>
> Dan K.
> '92 Grey Dak CC, 318, 4x2, 46RH, 3.92 rear, 235/75R15, PS, PW, PB, PL, AC.
>
> Mods: Trans-Go, APS Precision's 2400 stall, cool air induction, K&N oil &
> air filter, Autolite 3924s, & re-located IAT.
>
> Future: 180* stat, MP PCM ( when Premium gas gets cheaper )
>
>
>
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