Raybestos 55PG Drum Brake Shoe - Front or Rear

Raybestos 55PG Rear Drum Brake Shoe

Raybestos 55PG is a rear drum brake shoe with 1.752 in. (44.500 mm) brake shoe width and organic friction material. It is built for 10.984 in. (279.000 mm) brake drums and is listed for classic rear brake applications including Ford Bronco, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Bel Air, Pontiac Catalina, and Ford Thunderbird.

Element3 Organic Brake Shoe Line

The Raybestos Element3; Organic line focuses on organic friction material for steady, predictable braking characteristics in drum brake service. For restorations and maintenance on older vehicles, this line supports direct replacement needs where original-style rear drum brake shoe dimensions matter.

Key Features

• Part number: 55PG
• Rear drum brake shoe for classic vehicle applications
• Organic friction material
• Brake shoe width: 1.752 in. / 44.500 mm
• Brake drum diameter: 10.984 in. / 279.000 mm
• Raybestos Element3; Organic product line
• Cross-reference: Wagner Brake Z9, Z55DR

Fitment Details

• Fits 1966-1968 Ford Bronco, rear, with 11in x 1-3/4in brakes; Element3; Organic.
• Fits 1953-1962 Chevrolet Corvette, rear; Element3; Organic.
• Fits 1953-1958 Chevrolet Bel Air, rear; Element3; Organic.
• Fits 1955-1958 Pontiac Catalina, rear, compatibility with 11 inch drum brake shoe hold down spring and bleeder screw; Element3; Organic.
• Fits 1955-1956 Ford Thunderbird, rear; Element3; Organic.

What It Helps Address

• Rear brake shoe wear on drum brake systems
• Reduced braking consistency from worn friction material
• Noise or uneven contact caused by aged drum brake shoes
• Restoration needs for classic Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Bel Air, Pontiac Catalina, Ford Bronco, and Ford Thunderbird rear brakes
• Replacement of a shoe sized for 10.984 in. drum applications

Installation Notes

Verify drum diameter, shoe width, and rear brake configuration before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s brake hardware and drum setup match the listed fitment notes, especially on 1955-1958 Pontiac Catalina applications. Inspect the brake drum surface and related components during service to ensure proper shoe contact and braking performance.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos supplies the 55PG as part of its Element3; Organic brake line, with dimensions and friction material specified for the listed rear drum brake applications. This part cross-references Wagner Brake Z9 and Z55DR for the same application.