Raybestos 523PG Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Raybestos 523PG Rear Drum Brake Shoe for Toyota Pickup and 4Runner

Raybestos 523PG is a rear drum brake shoe built for select Toyota Pickup and Toyota 4Runner applications. It uses organic friction material and is sized for a 10.000-inch brake drum diameter, making it a direct-fit option for specific rear brake service needs.

Key Features

• Part number: 523PG
• Brand line: Raybestos Element3; Organic
• Organic friction material for controlled rear brake engagement
• Brake shoe width: 2.205 in. (56.000 mm)
• Brake drum diameter: 10.000 in. (254.000 mm)
• Shoe assembly radius: 5.000 in.
• Steel width: 2.190 in.
• Rear position application

Product Details

This Raybestos drum brake shoe is part of the Element3; Organic line, which identifies the friction material and application focus within the Raybestos brake catalog. The 523PG is specified for rear brake service on Toyota Pickup and Toyota 4Runner models, including 1975 Toyota Pickup Hilux, 1978 Toyota Pickup Early, 1979-1985 Toyota Pickup, 1980-1983 Toyota Pickup with 3/4 Ton Chassis, 1984-1985 Toyota 4Runner, 1988-1993 Toyota Pickup with 1 Ton Chassis, and 1994-1995 Toyota Pickup with dual rear wheels. This part cross-references Wagner Brake Z523 and PowerStop B523 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Rear brake shoe wear that reduces stopping performance
• Uneven braking feel from worn organic friction surfaces
• Brake noise caused by aged or glazed drum shoe material
• Reduced contact area in a 10-inch rear drum brake system
• Service replacement needs on Toyota Pickup and Toyota 4Runner rear brakes

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear drum diameter, shoe width, and axle configuration before installation. This 523PG application is specific to rear drum brake systems on the listed Toyota Pickup and Toyota 4Runner models, including chassis-specific versions such as 3/4 Ton Chassis, 1 Ton Chassis, and dual rear wheel configurations. Inspect the brake drum, hardware, and wheel cylinder condition during service so the new shoe can seat evenly against the drum surface.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos brake components are cataloged by application and dimensional specifications to support accurate fitment selection. The 523PG is identified by exact brake shoe width, drum diameter, and shoe radius measurements for the listed Toyota rear brake applications.