DuraGo BD80009 Brake Drum - Rear

DuraGo BD80009 Rear Brake Drum

The DuraGo BD80009 is an 11-inch rear brake drum built from full cast iron for consistent braking performance and durability. It is engineered for 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500 rear applications and 1999 Dodge Ramcharger rear applications, with fitment-focused dimensions that support proper drum-to-shoe contact and wheel mounting.

Key Features

• Cast iron construction with a full cast design
• 11 in. nominal drum diameter and 11.09 in. maximum brake diameter discard
• 13.52 in. outside diameter and 3.77 in. overall height
• 5-bolt pattern with 5.5 in. bolt circle diameter
• 2.64 in. brake surface width for rear brake service
• Outer cooling fins for improved heat dissipation
• Fits rear brake applications on Dodge Ram 1500 and Dodge Ramcharger

Detailed Description

DuraGo BD80009 is a rear brake drum designed around the dimensional requirements of select Dodge truck and SUV applications. The cast iron body and full cast construction provide a stable braking surface, while the outer cooling fins help manage heat during repeated stops. With an 11-inch nominal drum diameter, 2.64-inch brake surface width, and 5-bolt mounting pattern, this drum is built to match the rear brake setup used on 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500 and 1999 Dodge Ramcharger models. DuraGo manufactures its brake drum and rotor program in ISO certified factories, with attention to fit, form, and function for aftermarket replacement service. This part cross-references Gates 80009 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring rear brake performance on a worn Dodge Ram 1500 brake drum
• Replacing a drum with scoring, heat checking, or out-of-spec wear
• Addressing brake pulsation or uneven rear braking caused by drum wear
• Correcting fitment issues on a 1999 Dodge Ramcharger rear brake service
• Supporting proper shoe contact after drum diameter reaches discard limits

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear axle application, bolt circle, and drum diameter before installation. Inspect brake shoes, wheel cylinders, and hardware condition during service, and measure the existing drum against the discard specification of 11.09 inches maximum brake diameter. Clean the hub mounting surface before installing the new drum to help ensure proper seating and brake balance. Fits 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 1500, rear. Fits 1999 Dodge Ramcharger, rear.

Quality Assurance

DuraGo has more than 45 years of aftermarket manufacturing experience, and its brake drum and rotor program is produced in ISO certified factories to meet fit, form, and function requirements. The BD80009 is built to the listed dimensional specifications for application-specific rear brake service.