Bosch BS55R Drum Brake Shoe - Front or Rear

Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe for Rear Drum Brakes

The Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe, part number BS55R, is a new rear drum brake shoe for classic vehicle applications that use an 11 x 1.82" or 11 x 1.75" rear brake setup, depending on the vehicle. Built for direct replacement use, this Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe supports consistent rear braking performance on select Ford, Chevrolet, and Pontiac models.

Key Features

• Brand: Bosch
• Brand line: Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe
• Part number: BS55R
• Part type: Drum Brake Shoe
• New replacement part
• Rear position application
• Fits select classic Ford F-100, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Bel Air, Chevrolet Impala, Pontiac Bonneville, Pontiac Catalina, and Ford Thunderbird models

Detailed Description

BS55R is a Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe made for rear drum brake service on vintage passenger cars and light trucks. Compatible applications include Fits 1960-1967 Ford F-100, rear; Fits 1953-1962 Chevrolet Corvette, rear; Fits 1951-1958 Chevrolet Bel Air, rear; Fits 1958 Chevrolet Impala, rear; Fits 1957-1958 Pontiac Bonneville, rear; Fits 1952-1958 Pontiac Catalina, rear; and Fits 1955-1956 Ford Thunderbird, rear. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

The Bosch Riveted Brake Shoe line is focused on replacement drum brake service for older vehicles that rely on riveted shoe construction. For shoppers searching for a rear drum brake shoe for a 1960-1967 Ford F-100, a rear brake shoe for a 1953-1962 Chevrolet Corvette, or a Bosch BS55R brake shoe for classic Chevrolet and Pontiac applications, this part provides a direct-fit service option.

What It Helps Address

• Rear brake shoe wear on drum brake systems
• Reduced braking response from aged friction material
• Brake noise caused by worn or uneven shoes
• Pulling or inconsistent rear braking from deteriorated shoes
• Service needs on classic Ford, Chevrolet, and Pontiac rear drum brakes

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear drum brake dimensions and vehicle application before installation. Confirm the brake drum size listed in the fitment notes, including 11 x 1.82" and 11 x 1.75" applications where specified. Inspect related brake components for wear, scoring, or contamination before returning the vehicle to service. Follow the vehicle service manual for proper brake adjustment and bedding procedures.

Quality Assurance

This Bosch brake shoe is a new replacement part from Bosch, a recognized automotive parts brand with a broad brake component lineup. Part number BS55R is intended for direct replacement use in the listed rear drum brake applications.