Bendix Friction 524 Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Rear Drum Brakes

Bendix Friction Part Number 524 is a rear drum brake shoe set for select Mitsubishi and Dodge trucks and SUVs with 10-inch rear brake configurations. It is built for drivers who need a direct-fit brake shoe option with OE-style hardware details and copper-free friction material.

The Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line focuses on copper-free braking solutions for North American applications, pairing application-specific fitment with friction material engineered to meet demanding stopping requirements. Part Number 524 follows that approach for rear brake service on vehicles such as the Mitsubishi Mighty Max, Mitsubishi Montero, Dodge Ram 50, and Dodge Raider.

Key Features

• 100% copper-free friction material
• Premium-grade friction compound engineered to exceed OEM performance
• Advanced adhesive for stronger bond integrity
• OE match levers for application-specific fitment
• Hardware included where applicable

Detailed Product Overview

This Bendix Premium Brake Shoes application is designed for rear drum brake service on 1983-1996 Mitsubishi and Dodge platforms with 10-inch brake dimensions. The friction material is formulated to deliver consistent braking response while supporting copper-free requirements in North America. Part Number 524 is a practical choice for rear brake maintenance on the Mitsubishi Mighty Max rear, Mitsubishi Montero rear, Mitsubishi Van rear, Dodge Ram 50 rear, Dodge Power Ram 50 rear, and Dodge Raider rear.

As part of the Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line, this product line emphasizes OE-style fitment details and friction performance for everyday driving and service replacement. If you are searching for rear brake shoes for a 1987-1996 Mitsubishi Mighty Max or a 1987-1993 Dodge Ram 50, Part Number 524 matches the listed brake configurations.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear brake shoe wear that reduces stopping consistency
• Brake noise caused by worn or uneven friction surfaces
• Poor pedal response from aged drum brake components
• Service needs on 10-inch rear drum brake systems
• Copper-free brake material requirements for listed applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear brake dimensions before installation, including the 10-inch x 1.98-inch brake specification where listed. Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and rear brake configuration against the fitment data before ordering or installing Part Number 524. Inspect drums, springs, and related brake hardware for wear during service, and replace any damaged components as needed to restore proper brake operation.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Friction positions the Premium Brake Shoes line around copper-free braking materials and application-specific OE-style details. Part Number 524 uses premium friction material, an advanced adhesive system, and OE match levers to support consistent rear brake service on the listed Mitsubishi and Dodge applications.