Carlson 17303 Drum Brake Hardware Kit - Rear

Drum Brake Hardware Kit for Rear Service

Carlson 17303 is a drum brake hardware kit for rear brake service on select Mercury Tracer applications. It is built to restore the small but critical components that keep drum brakes operating smoothly and consistently.

Key Features

• Includes a mix of brake service hardware used in drum brake restoration
• Supports consistent shoe movement and brake adjustment
• Helps replace worn clips, springs, pins, seals, and boots
• Fits rear drum brake service applications on select Mercury Tracer models
• Part number 17303 for easy identification

Detailed Description

This Carlson drum brake hardware kit is intended for brake service where worn or fatigued hardware can affect pedal feel, shoe return, and overall drum brake operation. The kit addresses common wear items such as anti-rattle clips, dust boots, pins, seals, return springs, hold down springs, and adjuster assemblies. For buyers searching for a rear drum brake hardware kit for a 1987-1989 Mercury Tracer, Carlson 17303 provides the service parts needed to refresh the brake assembly.

Carlson 17303 is a practical choice when the goal is to restore proper drum brake function without replacing the entire brake system. It is a fitment-based solution for rear brake service on the Mercury Tracer and is identified by part number 17303.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing worn drum brake springs and retainers
• Restoring shoe return and hold-down function
• Addressing brake noise caused by loose hardware
• Refreshing adjuster components during brake service
• Supporting more consistent rear drum brake operation

Installation Notes and Tips

Install during drum brake service when the shoes, springs, or adjuster components show wear, corrosion, or loss of tension. Inspect the backing plate, adjuster mechanism, and related brake parts before assembly. Verify rear fitment for 1987-1989 Mercury Tracer applications and confirm the 200 x 25 mm drum brake configuration before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Carlson brake service hardware is engineered for brake system restoration and consistent operation. Part number 17303 is a service kit built for the demands of drum brake maintenance.