What happens if your brake backing plate fails?
If the drum brake system fails due to brake backing plate failure, the vehicle may pull to one side and cause an accident, putting driver and passengers in danger. Brake backing plates are important in ensuring that the brakes are activated when the driver steps on the brake pedal.
What does the backing plate on a drum brake do?
A brake backing plate, also called a backing plate, is a steel circular plate that’s attached to the wheel, serving as a foundation for a drum brake. Whenever the brakes are activated, the brake backing plate holds the brake shoes and wheel cylinder in place while they provide the braking force on the drum.
How much does a brake backing plate cost?
Whether the vehicle utilizes a drum or disc brake system, brake backing plates must always be in good condition. The cost of brake backing plates may vary depending on inclusions and the vehicle model. Prices for an individual piece or a set may range from $34 to $197.
What’s the difference between disc and drum brakes?
In a disc brake system, the rear disc brake backing plates have some common functions with the brake backing plates in drum brake systems. Both rear and front disc brake backing plates support the disc brake system by protecting other components from external elements such as dust, water, and heat.
A brake backing plate, also called a backing plate, is a steel circular plate that’s attached to the wheel, serving as a foundation for a drum brake. Whenever the brakes are activated, the brake backing plate holds the brake shoes and wheel cylinder in place while they provide the braking force on the drum.
If the drum brake system fails due to brake backing plate failure, the vehicle may pull to one side and cause an accident, putting driver and passengers in danger. Brake backing plates are important in ensuring that the brakes are activated when the driver steps on the brake pedal.
Whether the vehicle utilizes a drum or disc brake system, brake backing plates must always be in good condition. The cost of brake backing plates may vary depending on inclusions and the vehicle model. Prices for an individual piece or a set may range from $34 to $197.
In a disc brake system, the rear disc brake backing plates have some common functions with the brake backing plates in drum brake systems. Both rear and front disc brake backing plates support the disc brake system by protecting other components from external elements such as dust, water, and heat.