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Raybestos H131 Drum Brake Shoe Return Spring Kit - Front or Rear
Reliable Drum Brake Shoe Return Spring Kit for Classic Vehicles
The Raybestos R-Line Drum Brake Shoe Return Spring Kit (Part Number H131) is designed to restore proper brake function in a variety of classic and vintage vehicles. This kit is compatible with several Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models, ensuring dependable performance for your drum brake system.
- Complete drum brake shoe return spring kit for service and repair
- Compatible with Chevrolet Impala, Ford Bronco, Pontiac Bonneville, and more
- Part Number H131 ensures precise fitment and easy identification
- Manufactured by Raybestos under the R-Line product line for quality and consistency
- Includes all necessary springs to maintain proper brake shoe retraction
About the Raybestos R-Line Product Line
The R-Line by Raybestos represents a dedicated product line focused on providing reliable brake components for service and repair applications. This line emphasizes consistent quality and fitment across a wide range of vehicle makes and models. The H131 drum brake shoe return spring kit is part of this line, offering technicians and vehicle owners a dependable option for restoring drum brake functionality on classic Chevrolet, Ford, and Pontiac vehicles among others.
Detailed Product Description
The Raybestos R-Line Drum Brake Shoe Return Spring Kit (H131) includes all the necessary springs to ensure proper tension and retraction of drum brake shoes. This kit is engineered to meet the specifications required for drum brake systems on various models such as the Chevrolet Impala, Ford F-100, Pontiac Bonneville, and Lincoln Continental. Using this kit helps maintain brake performance and safety by preventing brake drag and uneven wear caused by faulty or worn return springs.
Common Issues Addressed by This Kit
- Brake shoes not retracting properly after brake application
- Uneven brake shoe wear due to weak or broken springs
- Brake drag causing premature component wear and heat buildup
- Reduced braking efficiency and pedal feel
- Noise or vibration from loose or damaged return springs
Installation Notes and Tips
- Ensure vehicle is securely lifted and supported before beginning brake service
- Remove old springs carefully to avoid damage to brake components
- Compare new springs with old ones to verify correct fitment
- Use appropriate brake spring tools to install springs safely and correctly
- Inspect other drum brake components for wear or damage during installation
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Raybestos manufactures the R-Line Drum Brake Shoe Return Spring Kit (H131) to meet industry standards for durability and performance. While specific warranty details are not provided, Raybestos products are generally backed by quality control processes to ensure reliable service life. Using genuine Raybestos parts helps maintain the integrity of your vehicle’s braking system.
This part fits 155 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Ford | F-100 | Front | Compatible with 11" x 2" drum brake systems.; R-Line | |
| 1974 | Ford | F-100 | Front | Compatible with 11" x 2" drum brake systems.; R-Line | |
| 1973 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1973 | Ford | F-100 | Front | Compatible with 11" x 2" drum brake systems.; R-Line | |
| 1972 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1971 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1970 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1970 | Ford | LTD | Front | Compatible with drum brake shoes that are 3 inches wide.; R-Line | |
| 1970 | Ford | LTD | Front | Fits drum brakes with 2 1/2" wide shoes.; R-Line | |
| 1970 | Ford | LTD | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1970 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | w/ 11.03" x 3" Brakes; R-Line | |
| 1970 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | w/ 11.03" x 2.5" Brakes; 2.5" Brake Shoe; R-Line | |
| 1969 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1969 | Ford | LTD | Front | Compatible with Drum Brake Self-Adjuster Repair Kits for 2.5" Brake Shoes.; R-Line | |
| 1969 | Ford | LTD | Front | Compatible with drum brake shoes that are 3 inches wide.; R-Line | |
| 1969 | Ford | LTD | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1969 | Lincoln | Continental | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1969 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | w/ 11.03" x 3" Brakes; R-Line | |
| 1969 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | w/ 11.03" x 2.5" Brakes; 2.5" Brake Shoe; R-Line | |
| 1968 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1968 | Ford | LTD | Front | Compatible with drum brake shoes that are 3 inches wide.; R-Line | |
| 1968 | Ford | LTD | Front | Fits drum brakes with 2 1/2" wide shoes.; R-Line | |
| 1968 | Ford | LTD | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1968 | Lincoln | Continental | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1968 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | w/ 3" Wide Shoes; w/ 11.03" x 3" Brakes; R-Line | |
| 1968 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | w/ 11.03" x 2.5" Brakes; 2.5" Brake Shoe; R-Line | |
| 1967 | Chrysler | Imperial | Front | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1967 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1967 | Ford | LTD | Front | Compatible with drum brake shoes that are 3 inches wide.; R-Line | |
| 1967 | Ford | LTD | Front | Fits drum brakes with 2 1/2" wide shoes.; R-Line | |
| 1967 | Ford | LTD | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1967 | Lincoln | Continental | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1967 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | w/ 3" Wide Shoes; w/ 11.03" x 3" Brakes; R-Line | |
| 1967 | Mercury | Marquis | Front | w/ 11.03" x 2.5" Brakes; 2.5" Brake Shoe; R-Line | |
| 1966 | Chrysler | Imperial | Front | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1966 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1966 | Ford | Bronco | Front | R-Line | |
| 1966 | Ford | Bronco | Rear | Heavy Duty Disc Brake Caliper; R-Line | |
| 1966 | Ford | LTD | Front | Compatible with drum brake shoes that are 3 inches wide.; R-Line | |
| 1966 | Ford | LTD | Front | Compatible with Drum Brake Self-Adjuster Repair Kits for 2.5" Brake Shoes.; R-Line | |
| 1966 | Ford | LTD | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1966 | Ford | Thunderbird | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1966 | Lincoln | Continental | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1965 | Chrysler | Imperial | Front | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1965 | Chrysler | Imperial | Rear | Heavy Duty Spring Kit; R-Line | |
| 1965 | Ford | LTD | Front | Compatible with drum brake shoes that are 3 inches wide.; R-Line | |
| 1965 | Ford | LTD | Front | Fits drum brakes with 2 1/2" wide shoes.; R-Line | |
| 1965 | Ford | LTD | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1965 | Ford | Thunderbird | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1965 | Lincoln | Continental | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1962 | Chevrolet | Impala | Front | R-Line | |
| 1962 | Chevrolet | Impala | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1962 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Front | R-Line | |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Catalina | Ventura | Front | R-Line |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Catalina | Safari | Front | Catalina; R-Line |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Catalina | Ventura | Rear | R-Line |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Catalina | Safari | Rear | Catalina; R-Line |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Parisienne | Front | R-Line | |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Parisienne | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1961 | Chevrolet | Impala | Front | R-Line | |
| 1961 | Chevrolet | Impala | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1961 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Front | R-Line | |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Catalina | Safari | Front | R-Line |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Catalina | Safari | Rear | R-Line |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Parisienne | Front | R-Line | |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Parisienne | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Tempest | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Chevrolet | Impala | Front | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Chevrolet | Impala | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Ford | Thunderbird | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Front | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Pontiac | Catalina | Safari | Front | R-Line |
| 1960 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1960 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1960 | Pontiac | Catalina | Safari | Rear | R-Line |
| 1960 | Pontiac | Parisienne | Front | R-Line | |
| 1960 | Pontiac | Parisienne | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Ford | Thunderbird | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Lincoln | Continental | Front | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Lincoln | Continental | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Front | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Pontiac | Catalina | Safari | Front | R-Line |
| 1959 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1959 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1959 | Pontiac | Catalina | Safari | Rear | R-Line |
| 1959 | Pontiac | Parisienne | Front | R-Line | |
| 1959 | Pontiac | Parisienne | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1958 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | R-Line | |
| 1958 | Ford | Thunderbird | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1958 | Lincoln | Continental | Front | Manual Adjusting Brakes.; R-Line | |
| 1958 | Lincoln | Continental | Rear | Manual Adjusting Brakes.; R-Line | |
| 1958 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1958 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1958 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1958 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1957 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | R-Line | |
| 1957 | Ford | Thunderbird | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1957 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1957 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1957 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1957 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1956 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | R-Line | |
| 1956 | Ford | Thunderbird | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1956 | Oldsmobile | 88 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1956 | Oldsmobile | 88 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1956 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1956 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1956 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1955 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | R-Line | |
| 1955 | Ford | Thunderbird | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1955 | Oldsmobile | 88 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1955 | Oldsmobile | 88 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1955 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1955 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1955 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1954 | Oldsmobile | 88 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1954 | Oldsmobile | 88 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1954 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1954 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1954 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1954 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1953 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1953 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1953 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1953 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1952 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1952 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1952 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1952 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1951 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1951 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1951 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1951 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
| 1950 | Oldsmobile | 88 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1950 | Oldsmobile | 88 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1950 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Front | R-Line | |
| 1950 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear | R-Line | |
| 1950 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Front | R-Line |
| 1950 | Pontiac | Catalina | Base | Rear | R-Line |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.