DuraGo BD8733 Brake Drum - Front

DuraGo BD8733 Brake Drum for Ford Front Applications

The DuraGo BD8733 brake drum is built for front brake service on select Ford Bronco and Ford F-100 applications. It combines a cast iron and steel top construction with the dimensional accuracy needed for proper brake shoe contact, stable braking feel, and consistent drum performance.

Key Features

• Brake drum for front axle applications
• Cast iron / steel top construction
• Nominal drum diameter: 11 in. (279.4 mm)
• Maximum brake diameter discard: 11.09 in. (281.69 mm)
• Outside diameter: 12.44 in. (316 mm)
• Brake surface width: 2.33 in. (59.2 mm)
• Center hole diameter: 3.56 in. (90.5 mm)
• 5-bolt pattern with 5.5 in. bolt circle diameter (139.7 mm)
• Overall height: 3.16 in. (80.3 mm)
• Composite construction for service replacement use

Detailed Description

DuraGo BD8733 is a replacement brake drum engineered for front brake service on 1961-1969 Ford F-100 and 1966-1967 Ford Bronco applications, with additional 1968-1973 Ford Bronco coverage for vehicles built to chassis # F30001. The drum’s 11-inch nominal diameter, 2.33-inch brake surface width, and 5-bolt, 5.5-inch bolt circle dimensions support proper fitment and brake shoe alignment when replacing a worn or out-of-spec drum. DuraGo manufactures its brake drum and rotor program in ISO-certified factories, with attention to fit, form, and function for professional repair work. This part cross-references AP Exhaust 8733 for the same application.

What This Brake Drum Helps Address

• Brake pulsation or uneven braking caused by drum wear
• Reduced braking performance from an out-of-spec drum diameter
• Brake shoe contact issues from a worn braking surface
• Noise or vibration related to drum surface condition
• Front brake service needs on classic Ford Bronco and Ford F-100 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify drum diameter, bolt circle, center hole diameter, and brake surface width before installation. Measure the existing drum against the discard specification of 11.09 inches (281.69 mm) and confirm chassis applicability for 1968-1973 Ford Bronco vehicles. Inspect brake shoes, wheel cylinders, and related hardware for wear before reassembly so the new drum can seat correctly and deliver even contact.

Quality Assurance

DuraGo manufactures this brake drum in ISO-certified factories and builds the BD8733 to meet fit, form, and function requirements for service replacement use. The brand’s brake drum and rotor program is positioned for professional cataloging and application coverage, with dimensional consistency intended to support reliable installation on the listed Ford applications.