Bendix Friction 860 Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Rear Drum Brakes

Bendix Friction 860 is a rear drum brake shoe set for select Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn applications with 9.06" x 1.67" brakes. It is built for drivers who want a copper-free brake shoe with OE-style fitment and consistent stopping performance.

The Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line focuses on copper-free friction materials for North American brake service needs, while maintaining the fit and function expected in everyday repair work. Part number 860 is a direct option for rear drum brake service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, and Pontiac G6.

Key Features

• 100% copper-free friction material
• Premium-grade lining engineered to exceed OEM performance targets
• Advanced adhesive for stronger bond integrity
• OE match levers for proper brake shoe operation
• Hardware included where applicable

Detailed Product Overview

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes 860 are engineered for rear drum brake applications that require a precise OE-style match. The friction material is formulated to deliver dependable braking response while meeting copper-free requirements, and the bonded construction uses an advanced adhesive to help maintain lining strength under service conditions. For shoppers searching for rear drum brake shoes for 2005-2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2008 Chevrolet HHR, or 2007 Pontiac G6, this part number provides a focused fitment match.

This part number also serves 2004-2007 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit with 9.06" x 1.67" rear brakes. Bendix Friction 860 is a practical choice when the goal is to restore rear drum brake function with a copper-free shoe set that follows OE match lever geometry.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear brake noise caused by worn drum shoes
• Reduced braking response from thin or glazed friction material
• Uneven rear drum brake contact
• Brake pull or inconsistent pedal feel related to worn rear shoes
• Service needs on copper-free brake systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear drum size and brake configuration before ordering. This part is listed for vehicles with 9.06" x 1.67" rear brakes, and fitment should be matched to the exact year, make, and model shown. Inspect drums, wheel cylinders, springs, and related hardware during service so the new shoes can operate correctly. For search reference, this Bendix 860 application covers rear brake service on Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, and Pontiac G6 models listed in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Premium Copper Free is part of Bendix Friction’s copper-free brake offering for North America. The product line is built around copper-free friction materials, OE match lever design, and premium-grade construction intended to support consistent brake service results.