{"product_id":"bendix-friction-738-drum-brake-shoe","title":"Bendix Friction 738 Drum Brake Shoe - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBendix Premium Brake Shoes for Rear Drum Brakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBendix Friction 738 is a rear drum brake shoe set from the Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line, built for drivers who need OE-style fit and consistent braking performance. It is a 100% copper-free brake shoe option for select Chevrolet Tracker, Suzuki Grand Vitara, and Suzuki Vitara applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line focuses on copper-free friction materials with OE-matched hardware details and application-specific engineering. For shoppers searching for rear brake shoes for a 1999-2004 Chevrolet Tracker or 1999-2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, part number 738 is built around those exact drum brake requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% copper-free friction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium-grade lining engineered to exceed OEM performance targets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced adhesive for stronger bond integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE match levers for proper brake shoe operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware included where applicable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBendix Premium Brake Shoes 738 are designed for rear drum brake service on select compact SUVs and crossovers. The friction formulation is tuned for dependable stopping response, while the OE-matched lever design supports correct fitment and brake feel. If you need rear drum brake shoes for a 2005-2008 Chevrolet Tracker or rear brake shoes for a 1999-2004 Suzuki Vitara with 8.66\" x 1.63\" brakes, this part number matches those applications directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Brake Issues It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear brake shoe wear that reduces braking efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake noise caused by worn friction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor pedal response from aged drum brake components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven rear braking from deteriorated shoe lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems when replacing worn OE-style rear shoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear drum size and application details before installation. This Bendix 738 brake shoe set is listed for rear positions only, and some applications require the 8.66\" x 1.63\" brake configuration. Inspect drums, springs, and related hardware for wear before assembly so the new shoes can seat correctly and deliver consistent contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBendix Premium Copper Free products are part of Bendix Friction’s North American copper-free initiative, with friction materials engineered for modern brake service requirements. Bendix Premium Brake Shoes 738 are built to meet application-specific OE-style expectations for the listed Chevrolet and Suzuki rear drum brake applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2008 Chevrolet Tracker, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, rear, w\/ 8.66\" x 1.63\" brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2004 Chevrolet Tracker, rear, w\/ 8.66\" x 1.63\" brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2004 Suzuki Vitara, rear, w\/ 8.66\" x 1.63\" brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bendix Friction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44509707436213,"sku":"GHTX-738","price":46.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/BF_738_Fro.jpg?v=1775023819","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bendix-friction-738-drum-brake-shoe","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}