How to Determine Which Replacement Drum Brake Pads for 1998/1999 Dutchman Classic/Royal 31-FK-DSL

Updated 03/30/2016 | Published 03/28/2016

Question:

Im looking for the replacement brake shoes for my camper. dry weight is 6790 and loaded is 10250. Dual axles with 16inch wheels. do you have any idea what shoes goes on the axle??

asked by: Scott

Expert Reply:

In most cases, it's less expensive or nearly so to simply replace the entire brake assembly, rather than individual parts. To recommend a replacement brake assembly, I'd need some additional information. I'd need to know:

-Inside diameter and depth of brake drums
-Number of mounting bolts (4 or 5 bolts) attaching brake assembly to mounting flange on axle
-Axle capacity. This can be determined by checking the axle for a plate listing its capacity or by providing the inner and outer wheel bearing numbers

To provide replacement brake shoes, I'd need to know the manufacturer and part number of the existing brake assemblies. You might be able to locate manufacturer and part number information stamped into the backing plate of the brake assembly.

expert reply by: Mike L