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GeoBrakes stocks OEM-grade brake drums confirmed to fit the Dodge Shadow, the cast-iron components that form the friction surface for the Shadow drum brake shoes. Available in standard and corrosion-coated configurations for your Shadow, every drum is manufactured to the correct inner diameter, wall thickness, and surface finish for the Dodge Shadow
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The brake drum on the Dodge Shadow is the rotating cast-iron bowl that the Shadow drum brake shoes press against to slow your vehicle. Mounted to the rear axle hub of your Dodge Shadow, it spins with the wheel and provides the friction surface that the shoes contact under braking. Unlike brake rotors, which can be visually inspected from outside the wheel on many Shadow vehicles, Dodge Shadow brake drums fully enclose the shoe assembly, which means wear and damage often goes unnoticed until braking performance on the Dodge Shadow is noticeably affected.
Standard OEM-Grade Drums for the Dodge Shadow
Standard OEM-grade cast-iron drums for the Dodge Shadow are manufactured to the original equipment diameter, wall thickness, and surface finish specification for your Shadow. They are the direct replacement for the factory Shadow drum with no modification required.
Coated Brake Drums for the Dodge Shadow
Coated Dodge Shadow brake drums feature a corrosion-resistant coating applied to the external drum surfaces of your Shadow, the hat section, outer wall, and wheel mounting face. Surface rust is a common issue on Dodge Shadow drum brake vehicles in US, particularly during periods of non-use in winter when moisture and salt collect inside the Shadow wheel well. A coated drum on your Dodge Shadow resists surface rust that can transfer to the wheel mounting face, making future drum removal significantly easier at the next Shadow brake service.
Dodge Shadow brake drum replacement requires matching the correct inner diameter, wall thickness, bolt circle, hub bore, and drum offset for your Shadow. Errors in any of these dimensions produce incorrect shoe-to-drum clearance, uneven wear, and braking problems on the Dodge Shadow. Our vehicle selector eliminates those risks by confirming the correct drum for the Dodge Shadow exact year, make, model, and axle. Coated Shadow drum options are available for vehicles with heavy salt exposure.
How long do brake drums last on a Dodge Shadow?
Dodge Shadow brake drums typically last 150,000 to 200,000 kilometres with periodic resurfacing, significantly longer than disc brake rotors on the Shadow. Each resurfacing removes material from the Shadow drum and reduces wall thickness. Once the Dodge Shadow drum reaches its maximum allowable inner diameter, it must be replaced rather than turned again.
Should I replace brake drums on my Dodge Shadow in pairs?
Yes. Replace both Dodge Shadow drums on the same axle to maintain balanced braking. Drums of different inner diameters on the Shadow create uneven friction forces, causing the Dodge Shadow to pull to the fresher-drum side during braking.
Should I replace drums and shoes at the same time on my Dodge Shadow?
Yes, it is strongly recommended for the Dodge Shadow. New shoes on a scored or out-of-round Shadow drum wear unevenly from day one. New Dodge Shadow drums with old shoes that have worn to match the old drum surface will contact the new bore incorrectly. Replacing both together on the Shadow ensures proper break-in and maximum service life from both components.