1981 Chevrolet Caprice Rear Organic Drum Brake Shoe Set B242, 1 Set, Coupe, 2 Door, Excluding police and taxi vehicles, Handy Car Brake Service Set with Year, Model, Position and Installation Hardware Check

B242 drum brake shoe set for everyday brake service
✔️ 1 set, rear position, drum size and hardware fit check

This listing includes 1 set of B242 drum brake shoe set for the rear brakes on a 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. The application notes call out Coupe, 2 Door, Excluding police and taxi vehicles. This handy replacement is typically used for routine brake repair or restoration when the vehicle, axle position, brake dimensions, and hardware match.

✅ Part number: B242
✅ Type: Drum Brake Shoe Set
✅ Pack size: 1 set
✅ Vehicle year: 1981
✅ Car make: Chevrolet
✅ Car model: Caprice
✅ Brake position: Rear
✅ Fitment note: Coupe, 2 Door, Excluding police and taxi vehicles
✅ Friction material: Organic
✅ Shoe assembly radius: 4.75 in
✅ Steel width: 2 in
✅ Verified cross reference: 242PG
✅ Item weight: Data not available

💡 How can installers double-check drum brake shoe fit using brake dimensions and hardware layout before ordering a replacement set? A correct match helps the shoes contact the drum evenly and keeps the brake hardware working the way it should.
- Confirm the year, make, model, front or rear position, and drum diameter
- Compare shoe width, radius, friction material, and spring hardware
- Verify cross-reference numbers and inspect drums and wheel cylinders

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