{"product_id":"dynamic-friction-365-54038-brake-drum","title":"Dynamic Friction 365-54038 Brake Drum - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDynamic Friction True Balanced Brake Drum\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dynamic Friction True Balanced Brake Drum is a rear brake drum for select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications. Part number 365-54038 is built for drivers replacing worn rear drums on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus and 2001-2005 Mercury Sable models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear brake drum for select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Brake Drum product line for consistent rotational balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-fit replacement for listed rear applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 365-54038 for ordering and catalog lookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDynamic Friction 365-54038 is a rear brake drum in the True Balanced Brake Drum line, made for vehicles that use a drum-style rear brake setup. For shoppers searching for a rear brake drum for 2001-2007 Ford Taurus or a rear brake drum for 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, this part provides the correct application match listed in the fitment data. The True Balanced Brake Drum line focuses on balance consistency, which is important for smooth brake operation and reduced vibration in drum brake systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Reasons for Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear brake drum wear from normal braking use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake pulsation or vibration from an out-of-balance drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScoring, heat checking, or surface damage on the drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise during rear brake operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper rear brake service on Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear drum brake fitment by year, make, and model before installation. Inspect the rear brake shoes, wheel cylinders, and hardware condition during service, and measure the existing drum and brake components against service specifications. After installation, confirm smooth wheel rotation and proper brake adjustment before returning the vehicle to service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 365-54038 is part of Dynamic Friction's True Balanced Brake Drum line, which is positioned for balanced rear brake drum replacement in the listed Ford and Mercury applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dynamic Friction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43389479059637,"sku":"HBHR-365-54038","price":54.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DF_36554038_Fro.jpg?v=1774726671","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dynamic-friction-365-54038-brake-drum","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}