Bendix Friction 501 Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Rear Drum Brakes

Bendix Friction Part Number 501 is a rear drum brake shoe set for select Ford and Mercury applications with 8-inch brake configurations. Built for drivers restoring braking performance on older compact cars, it combines copper-free friction material with OE-style fitment details.

Key Features

• 100% copper-free friction material for North American copper-free brake requirements
• Premium-grade friction compound engineered to exceed OEM performance targets
• Advanced adhesive for strong bond integrity under braking heat and load
• OE match levers for proper brake shoe geometry and operation
• Hardware included where applicable

Product Line Details

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes are part of the Bendix Premium Copper Free line, a brake pad and shoe offering focused on copper-free formulations for everyday service and replacement needs. Part Number 501 is built for rear drum brake applications where OE-style fit and consistent friction characteristics matter.

Detailed Description

This Bendix Premium Brake Shoes application is designed for rear drum brake service on vehicles such as the 1984-1994 Ford Tempo rear with 8" x 1.41" brakes, the 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz rear with 8" x 1.41" brakes, the 1981-1990 Ford Escort rear with 8" brakes, the 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx rear, and the 1982-1983 Mercury LN7 rear with 8" x 1.41" brakes. If you are searching for Bendix 501 rear brake shoes for Ford Tempo or Mercury Topaz drum brakes, this part matches the listed configurations directly. Bendix 501 is also a fitment reference for Ford Escort rear drum brake replacement in the specified years.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Reduced rear braking performance from worn drum shoes
• Brake noise caused by aged or uneven friction material
• Poor pedal response from shoes that no longer maintain proper contact
• Brake pull or inconsistent rear braking from worn shoe surfaces
• Service issues on copper-free brake applications requiring compliant friction material

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify drum size, brake width, and rear axle application before installation. For the listed Ford Tempo, Mercury Topaz, Ford Escort, Mercury Lynx, and Mercury LN7 applications, confirm the brake configuration matches the notes shown for each vehicle. Inspect drums, wheel cylinders, springs, and adjusters during service so the new shoes can seat and operate correctly. Bendix 501 should be installed on the rear axle only where the fitment data matches the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Premium Copper Free brake shoes are built around a copper-free friction formulation and OE-style hardware details, including match levers where applicable, to support consistent replacement quality. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.