Dorman W37249 Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder - Front Right Lower or Front Right Upper

Dorman W37249 Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder

Dorman W37249 is a direct replacement drum brake wheel cylinder engineered to match the fit, function, and performance of the original part on specific vehicles. Built for brake hydraulic service, it uses a cast iron body and a 1.375-inch bore diameter for dependable drum brake operation.

For brake repair on compatible Chevrolet, Ford, and Dodge applications, this wheel cylinder is a practical OE-style replacement for restoring rear drum brake performance. The Dorman W37249 wheel cylinder is manufactured and tested for quality assurance to support consistent braking response.

Key Features

• Direct replacement drum brake wheel cylinder
• Cast iron construction for brake hydraulic durability
• 1.375-inch bore diameter
• (2) 7/16-20 brake component inlet thread size
• Brake line inlet thread diameter: 0.437
• Package includes 1 drum brake wheel cylinder
• Bleeder screw not included
• Bleeder screw cap not included

Detailed Description

This Dorman brake wheel cylinder is designed for drum brake hydraulic service where the original cylinder has worn, leaked, or lost hydraulic pressure. The cast iron housing and OE-style dimensions help it match the original wheel cylinder on the intended vehicle application. If you are servicing a rear drum brake system on a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge model that uses this configuration, W37249 provides a straightforward replacement path.

This part cross-references Raybestos Brakes WC37249 and Centric Parts 134.80009 for the same application. The Dorman W37249 part number is also commonly searched as W37249 when comparing drum brake wheel cylinder replacements.

What It Helps Fix

• Brake fluid leakage at the wheel cylinder
• Soft or inconsistent drum brake pedal feel
• Reduced rear brake engagement
• Corrosion or wear in the original cylinder bore
• Brake pull caused by uneven hydraulic pressure

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the bore diameter, inlet thread size, and brake line connection before installation. Because the bleeder screw is not included, reuse or source the correct bleeder hardware separately if required by the application. Always bleed the brake system after installation and inspect all hydraulic connections for leaks.

Compatible With select drum brake applications on Chevrolet, Ford, and Dodge vehicles. Verify vehicle-specific fitment details before ordering, since this part number is application-specific and not universal.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures and tests this wheel cylinder for quality assurance to support reliable brake service. The W37249 is built as a direct replacement part for the original drum brake wheel cylinder on the intended vehicles.