Bendix Friction 720 Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Rear Drum Brakes

Bendix Friction 720 is a rear drum brake shoe set from the Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line, built for drivers who need a direct-fit replacement with OE-style fitment details. It is 100% copper-free and engineered for vehicles that require dependable rear braking performance.

Compatible With 1997-2005 Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Classic, Pontiac Grand Am, Oldsmobile Alero, Oldsmobile Cutlass, and Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme rear drum brake applications, this part number 720 is a practical choice for common GM rear brake service.

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 proper brake shoe operation
• Hardware included where applicable

Premium Brake Shoe Line

The Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line focuses on replacement brake shoes and pads that meet North American copper-free requirements while maintaining the fit and function expected in everyday service. Bendix Friction 720 follows that approach with a rear drum brake shoe design for selected Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile vehicles.

Detailed Description

This rear drum brake shoe set is built for 8.86" x 1.82" rear brake applications where specified, including 2004-2005 Chevrolet Classic, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1997-1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, and 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. The Bendix Friction 720 combines copper-free friction material with OE match levers and a premium adhesive system to support consistent shoe-to-drum contact and stable braking response.

What It Helps Address

• Rear brake noise from worn drum shoes
• Reduced braking response from thin or glazed friction material
• Uneven rear braking caused by aging shoe components
• Brake service needs on copper-free replacement applications
• Fitment issues when replacing worn OE-style rear drum shoes

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear drum brake size and vehicle application before installation. For listed 8.86" x 1.82" applications, inspect drums, springs, adjusters, and wheel cylinders for wear before reassembly. Clean the backing plate contact points and follow the vehicle service manual for proper adjustment and bedding procedures after installation.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Friction positions this brake shoe line around copper-free compliance and premium replacement construction for North American brake service. Part number 720 is built with OE-style hardware details where applicable and friction materials selected for replacement use on the listed rear applications.