Carlson H4050-2 Drum Brake Shoe Hold Down Kit - Front or Rear

Carlson H4050-2 Drum Brake Shoe Hold Down Kit

Carlson H4050-2 is a direct replacement drum brake shoe hold down kit for worn, corroded, or deteriorated hardware. It is built to restore proper shoe retention, reduce brake noise and drag, and support predictable braking performance on classic Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury drum brake applications.

• Direct replacement for drum brake shoe hold-down hardware
• Helps secure brake shoes for consistent drum brake operation
• Supports quieter braking by reducing shoe movement and drag
• Fits front and rear drum brake applications listed below
• Designed for classic vehicle brake service and restoration work

Fitment Details

• Fits 1970-1973 Chrysler Imperial, rear
• Fits 1963-1969 Chrysler Imperial, front
• Fits 1969-1972 Dodge Charger, front, w/11" x 3" Brakes; 336
• Fits 1969-1972 Dodge Monaco, front, w/Drum Brakes; 337
• Fits 1969 Dodge Monaco, front, w/Drum Brakes; 336
• Fits 1968-1972 Ford F-100, front, Fits Drum Brake Adjusting Screw Assembly with 11.03" x 3" Brakes for 2WD vehicles.
• Fits 1971-1972 Ford LTD, front, Fits Drum Brake Adjusting Lever with 3" Shoes and 265/157 size.
• Fits 1965-1970 Ford LTD, front, Drum Brake Shoe Hold Down Spring fits Drum Brake Self-Adjuster Cable Guide with 3" Shoes and 265 dimensions
• Fits 1971-1972 Mercury Colony Park, front, 11.03" X 3"; 265/157
• Fits 1968-1970 Mercury Colony Park, front, front Drum w/3" shoe; 11.03" X 3"; 265
• Fits 1969-1972 Mercury Marquis, front, 11.03" X 3"; 265
• Fits 1967-1968 Mercury Marquis, front, Fitment: 3" Shoe with a 11.03" x 3" size for drum brake adjusting spring kit installation on 265 vehicles.
• Fits 1969-1971 Chrysler 300, front, w/2.75" Shoe; 337
• Fits 1969 Chrysler 300, front, w/3" Shoe; 336
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler 300, rear, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit fits 3" shoe size on 148 vehicle models.
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler 300, front, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit for 3" Shoe; 185/294
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler 300, front, Compatible with drum brakes featuring a 2.75" shoe size and a 254/293 configuration.
• Fits 1969-1971 Chrysler New Yorker, front, w/2.75" Shoe; 337
• Fits 1969 Chrysler New Yorker, front, w/3" Shoe; 336
• Fits 1970-1971 Chrysler New Yorker, front, 337
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler New Yorker, rear, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit fits 3" shoe size on 148 vehicle models.
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler New Yorker, front, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit for 3" Shoe; 185/294
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler New Yorker, front, Compatible with drum brakes featuring a 2.75" shoe size and a 254/293 configuration.
• Fits 1970-1971 Chrysler Newport, front, 337
• Fits 1969 Chrysler Newport, front, w/2.75" Shoe; 337
• Fits 1969 Chrysler Newport, front, w/3" Shoe; 336
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler Newport, rear, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit fits 3" shoe size on 148 vehicle models.
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler Newport, front, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit for 3" Shoe; 185/294
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler Newport, front, Compatible with drum brakes featuring a 2.75" shoe size and a 254/293 configuration.
• Fits 1970-1971 Chrysler Town & Country, front, 337
• Fits 1969 Chrysler Town & Country, front, w/2.75" Shoe; 337
• Fits 1969 Chrysler Town & Country, front, w/3" Shoe; 336
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler Town & Country, rear, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit fits 3" shoe size on 148 vehicle models.
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler Town & Country, front, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit for 3" Shoe; 185/294
• Fits 1963-1968 Chrysler Town & Country, front, Compatible with drum brakes featuring a 2.75" shoe size and a 254/293 configuration.
• Fits 1966-1968 Dodge Charger, front, 11" x 3" Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit with fitment for 294/274.
• Fits 1965-1968 Dodge Monaco, rear, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit fits 3" shoe size on 148 vehicle models.
• Fits 1965-1968 Dodge Monaco, front, Compatible with drum brakes featuring a 2.75" shoe size and a 254/293 configuration.
• Fits 1965-1968 Dodge Monaco, front, Drum Brake Adjusting Spring Kit for 3" Shoe; 185/294
• Fits 1965-1969 Lincoln Continental, rear, 11.09" x 3"; 184

What It Helps Correct

• Brake shoe movement caused by worn hold-down hardware
• Brake noise related to loose or deteriorated drum brake components
• Brake drag from improper shoe retention
• Uneven or inconsistent drum brake engagement
• Service issues on aging Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury drum brake systems

Installation Notes

Verify drum brake shoe size, brake configuration, and position before installation. This part number, H4050-2, is listed for front and rear applications depending on vehicle and brake setup, including Chrysler Imperial, Dodge Charger, Ford F-100, and Mercury Marquis fitments. For best results, inspect related drum brake hardware for corrosion or wear during service and replace any damaged components as needed.

Quality Assurance

Carlson supplies direct replacement brake service hardware for classic drum brake applications. Part number H4050-2 is engineered to match the listed fitments and restore proper shoe hold-down function on the vehicles shown above.