Dorman HW7045 Drum Brake Hardware Kit - Front or Rear

Brand Dorman HW7045
Position Front
Package Contents 1 Drum Brake Hardware Kit
Fits Ford and Mercury · 47 vehicles

OE-style replacement. Matches the original hardware needed to repair a drum brake.

Quality components engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Drum brake hardware kit for service and repair.

Cross-references AMS Automotive 7045, Carlson H7045 and Centric Parts 118.61008 for the same application. See all 10.

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Drum Brake Hardware Kits are typically replaced in pairs, axle by axle.
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Dorman HW7045 Drum Brake Hardware Kit

Dorman HW7045 is a drum brake hardware kit for restoring the original brake hardware on select Ford and Mercury applications. It is built with quality components for dependable performance and long-term durability in drum brake service.

Key Features

  • Direct-fit drum brake hardware for specified vehicles
  • Engineered to match original hardware requirements for brake repair
  • Quality component construction for reliable operation
  • Fits front and rear drum brake applications listed below
  • Part number HW7045 for easy identification

Fitment Details

  • Fits 1965-1967 Ford Mustang, front with compatible 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
  • Fits 1965-1969 Ford Mustang, rear with 10" x 1.75" drums.
  • Fits 1967-1969 Mercury Cougar, front with 10" x 2.25" brakes.
  • Fits 1967-1969 Mercury Cougar, rear with 10" x 1.75" drums.
  • Fits 1968-1969 Ford Mustang, front with 10" x 2.25" brakes.
  • Fits 1968-1969 Mercury Montego, front with 10" x 2.25" brakes.
  • Fits 1968-1969 Mercury Montego, rear with 10" x 1.75" drums.
  • Fits 1968-1969 Mercury Montego, rear with 10" x 2" brakes.
  • Fits 1969 Mercury Cougar, rear with 10" x 2" brakes.
  • Fits 1966 Mercury Capri, rear with 10" x 1.75" drums.
  • Fits 1966 Mercury Capri, rear with 10" x 2" brakes.
  • Fits 1970-1971 Ford Mustang, front with 10" x 2.25" brakes.
  • Fits 1970-1971 Ford Mustang, front with 10" x 2.50" brakes.
  • Fits 1970-1971 Ford Mustang, rear with 10" brakes.
  • Fits 1970-1971 Mercury Cougar, rear with 10" brakes.
  • Fits 1970-1971 Mercury Montego, rear with 10" brakes.
  • Fits 1970-1971 Mercury Cougar, front with compatible 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
  • Fits 1967-1971 Mercury Cougar, front with compatible 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
  • Fits 1968-1971 Mercury Montego, front with compatible 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
  • Fits 1971 Ford Mustang, front with 10" x 2.25" brakes.

What This Kit Helps Address

  • Worn or missing drum brake hardware during brake service
  • Uneven brake shoe return caused by aged hardware
  • Noisy drum brake operation from fatigued retaining components
  • Brake rebuilds on Ford Mustang, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Montego drum systems
  • Self-adjuster repair on listed 10" x 2.50" drum brake applications

Installation Notes

Verify drum diameter, shoe width, and axle position before installation. Match the vehicle year, make, model, and brake configuration to the fitment list for correct application. This part cross-references Carlson H7045 and Centric Parts 118.61008 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this hardware kit to match the original brake hardware required for repair on the listed vehicles. It uses quality components selected for dependable service in drum brake maintenance.

This part fits 47 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1971FordMustangFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1971FordMustangFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes; 10 In. x 2.50 In. Brakes
1971FordMustangRear10 In. Brakes
1971MercuryCougarFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1971MercuryCougarFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1971MercuryCougarRear10 In. Brakes
1971MercuryMontegoFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1971MercuryMontegoFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1971MercuryMontegoRear10 In. Brakes
1970FordMustangFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes; 10 In. x 2.50 In. Brakes
1970FordMustangRear10 In. Brakes
1970MercuryCougarFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1970MercuryCougarFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1970MercuryCougarRear10 In. Brakes
1970MercuryMontegoFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1970MercuryMontegoFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1970MercuryMontegoRear10 In. Brakes
1969FordMustangFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1969FordMustangRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1969MercuryCougarFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1969MercuryCougarFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1969MercuryCougarRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1969MercuryCougarRear10 In. x 2 In. Brakes
1969MercuryMontegoFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1969MercuryMontegoFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1969MercuryMontegoRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1969MercuryMontegoRear10 In. x 2 In. Brakes
1968FordMustangFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1968FordMustangRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1968MercuryCougarFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1968MercuryCougarFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1968MercuryCougarRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1968MercuryMontegoFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1968MercuryMontegoFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1968MercuryMontegoRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1968MercuryMontegoRear10 In. x 2 In. Brakes
1967FordMustangFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1967FordMustangRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1967MercuryCougarFront10 In. x 2.25 In. Brakes
1967MercuryCougarFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1967MercuryCougarRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1966FordMustangFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1966FordMustangRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1966MercuryCapriRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
1966MercuryCapriRear10 In. x 2 In. Brakes
1965FordMustangFrontCompatible with 10" x 2.50" drum brakes for self-adjuster repair.
1965FordMustangRearFitment: 10"x1.75" drums
Directly replaces or cross-references 10 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
AMS Automotive — 7045Carlson — H7045Centric Parts — 118.6100879-340097045K507045BK7045F78521H920504HK-4011