OEM 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Brake Drum

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Brake Drum Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the brake drum, and when is refinishing required on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier?

  A: Normal brake drum maintenance work should proceed without drum refinishing unless visible damage like rust, surface wear, cracks, heat spots, discoloration from overheating, deep grooves, or undersized diameter exists. Measure the diameter of every brake drum after you take off wheels and tires during inspection. Use the J 41013 Rotor/Drum Flange Resurfacing Kit to eliminate corrosion from the brake drum flange before setting up the brake drum according to the manufacturer's guidelines. Install vibration settings as required to secure the brake drum. When the lathe is active you can check if the cutting tool reaches three-quarters or more across the brake drum surface during contact. The brake drum is correctly mounted if this occurs. Follow the lathe manufacturer's steps to refinish the brake drum when mounting fails. Check the device diameter following each grinding operation. The drum should be replaced after refinishing because it expands beyond acceptable dimensions. To get a smooth non-directional result follow suggested speed levels when sanding with 120 grit aluminum oxide sandpaper that your brake lathe features, or use 150 grit aluminum oxide sandpaper plus sanding block when working without this tool. Clean the brake drum surfaces using denatured alcohol or an equivalent brake cleaner once the finishing process ends. Take the lathe drum off and use tool J 42450-A Hub Cleaning Kit (J 42450-A) when needed to remove corrosion from the wheel bearing flange or face serious brake system damage.