Dynamite Friction 365-54018 Brake Drum - Rear
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 True Balanced Brake Drum

Dynamite Friction 365-54018 Brake Drum - Rear

Brand Dynamite Friction 365-54018
Position Rear
Product line True Balanced Brake Drum
Fits Ford and Mercury · 10 vehicles

True balanced design. Helps promote smooth, even braking performance.

Brake drum. A direct replacement for drum brake applications.

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Brake Drums are typically replaced in pairs, axle by axle.
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Rear Brake Drum for Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Montego

Dynamite Friction 365-54018 is a rear brake drum for select 1970s Ford and Mercury applications. This True Balanced Brake Drum is built for drivers servicing rear drum brake systems on a 1977-1979 Ford Thunderbird or a 1976 Mercury Montego police and taxi application.

Key Features

  • Brand: Dynamite Friction
  • Brand line: True Balanced Brake Drum
  • Part number: 365-54018
  • Rear brake drum application
  • Fits select Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Montego models
  • True Balanced Brake Drum construction for rear drum brake service

Product Details

The Dynamite Friction 365-54018 brake drum is listed for rear use on 1977-1979 Ford Thunderbird models and 1976 Mercury Montego police and taxi vehicles. If you are searching for a rear brake drum for 1977 Ford Thunderbird, 1978 Ford Thunderbird, or 1979 Ford Thunderbird service, this part number provides a direct fitment reference. It also covers the 1976 Mercury Montego rear brake drum application noted for exc police and taxi use.

Common Repair Uses

  • Replacing a worn rear brake drum
  • Addressing brake pulsation from drum wear or scoring
  • Restoring proper rear brake contact surface
  • Servicing rear drum brake noise caused by uneven drum condition
  • Maintaining braking performance on Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Montego rear brake systems

Installation Notes

Verify rear axle and brake drum dimensions against the original part before installation. Inspect brake shoes, wheel cylinders, and hardware condition during service, and confirm the drum seats evenly on the hub before road use. Fits 1977-1979 Ford Thunderbird, rear. Fits 1976 Mercury Montego, rear, exc Police and Taxi.

Quality Assurance

Dynamite Friction True Balanced Brake Drum parts are identified by application-specific fitment data for accurate ordering. Part number 365-54018 should be matched to the vehicle listing above before installation.

Related reading

This part fits 10 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelBody TypePositionNotes
1979FordLTD II—Rearexcluding Police & Taxi; True Balanced Brake Drum
1979FordThunderbird—RearTrue Balanced Brake Drum
1978FordLTD II—Rearexcluding Police & Taxi; True Balanced Brake Drum
1978FordThunderbird—RearTrue Balanced Brake Drum
1977FordLTD IIHardtopRearexcluding Police & Taxi; True Balanced Brake Drum
1977FordThunderbird—RearTrue Balanced Brake Drum
1976FordElite—RearExcluding Police Taxi & Heavy Duty applications; True Balanced Brake Drum
1976FordGran TorinoHardtopRearexcluding Police & Taxi; True Balanced Brake Drum
1976FordTorinoHardtopRearExcluding Police Taxi & Heavy Duty applications; True Balanced Brake Drum
1976MercuryMontegoHardtopRearExc Police and Taxi; True Balanced Brake Drum