What does 'True Balanced' mean for a brake drum?

True balanced means the brake drum has been precisely cut and mill balanced to match original equipment specifications. This process helps to eliminate vibrations and pedal pulsation, leading to a smoother driving experience.

Does this brake drum come with everything needed for installation?

This brake drum comes new in the box and is ready to install. No modifications are required for fitment. However, it does not include separate hardware like lug nuts or brake shoes, which are typically purchased separately.

What is the black coating on the brake drum for?

The black high-temperature coating is applied to help protect the brake drum from corrosion. This helps maintain its appearance and structural integrity over time, especially in various weather conditions.

DFC 49-74 Ford Custom Rear True Balanced Brake Drum

Specifications

Brand: DFC
Part #: 365-54045
UPC: 190920015199

DFC 49-74 Ford Custom Rear True Balanced Brake Drum

Name: DFC 49-74 Ford Custom Rear True Balanced Brake Drum
Brand: DFC
Price: 119.33 USD
Availability: InStock

$119.33

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DFC rear brake drum. True balanced for smooth stops and no vibrations.

Key Features

This product is a rear brake drum.
It is true balanced to eliminate vibrations and pedal pulsation.
Manufactured using castings of superior metallurgy for drivability, durability, and reliability.
Machined to tight tolerances to ensure a proper direct fitment.
Features a black high-temperature coating for corrosion protection.
Comes new in the box, ready to install with no modifications required.

⚠️ CA WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Learn more

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Will this fit your vehicle?

Product Details

When you're replacing the brake drums on your classic Ford or a vintage Econoline van, you want parts that are going to be reliable and install without a fuss. This rear brake drum from DFC is designed to be a direct fit for a range of Ford vehicles, including models like the 1950s Ford Customline, the 1960s Econoline, and the 1970s E-100 Econoline.

What sets this drum apart is that it's precision cut and mill balanced. This means it's balanced to the same specifications as the original equipment, which helps eliminate annoying vibrations and pedal pulsation you might feel with an unbalanced drum. It's made from castings with good metallurgy, aiming for solid drivability, durability, and reliability. The machining is done to tight tolerances, ensuring it fits right onto your vehicle without needing any extra work.

It also comes with a black high-temperature coating to help protect it from corrosion, and it's ready to install right out of the box. DFC tests these drums to make sure they perform well and last a good long time.