{"product_id":"1973-chevrolet-malibu-rear-drum-shoe-b242-verified","title":"1973 Chevrolet Malibu Rear Organic Drum Brake Shoe Set B242, 1 Set, Convertible, 2 Door, Handy Vehicle-Specific Brake Repair Set with Drum Size, Axle Position and Hardware Fitment Check","description":"\u003cp\u003eB242 drum brake shoe set for everyday brake service\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ 1 set, rear position, drum size and hardware fit check\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes 1 set of B242 drum brake shoe set for the rear brakes on a 1973 Chevrolet Malibu. The application notes call out Convertible, 2 Door. This handy replacement is typically used for routine brake repair or restoration when the vehicle, axle position, brake dimensions, and hardware match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n✅ Part number: B242\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Type: Drum Brake Shoe Set\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Pack size: 1 set\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Vehicle year: 1973\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Car make: Chevrolet\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Car model: Malibu\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Brake position: Rear\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Fitment note: Convertible, 2 Door\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Friction material: Organic\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Shoe assembly radius: 4.75 in\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Steel width: 2 in\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Verified cross reference: 242PG\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Item weight: Data not available\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e💡 What should mechanics review to confirm drum brake shoe fit using drum surface and shoe contact area before ordering a replacement set?\nA correct match helps the shoes contact the drum evenly and keeps the brake hardware working the way it should.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Confirm the year, make, model, front or rear position, and drum diameter\u003cbr\u003e\n- Compare shoe width, radius, friction material, and spring hardware\u003cbr\u003e\n- Verify cross-reference numbers and inspect drums and wheel cylinders\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e✝️","brand":"Mehany","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49287875395819,"sku":"B242-1973-Chevrolet-Malibu-Rear","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/3268\/0683\/files\/bbrake_74600a19-02a3-4d2d-8960-75c0f0ad7876.jpg?v=1787598284","url":"https:\/\/vxb.com\/products\/1973-chevrolet-malibu-rear-drum-shoe-b242-verified","provider":"VXB Bearings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}