16 December 11, 2025 (08Brake Catalog) MIDWESTWHEEL.COM MEMBER KANSAS CITY 5801 E. Front St. Main ....(816) 471-1552 Parts....(800) 821-7402 JOPLIN 2424 Stephens Blvd. Main ....(417) 717-6022 Parts....(866) 318-9111 SPRINGFIELD 812 Lillian Dr. ∙ Strafford, MO Main ....(417) 429-2476 Parts....(800) 785-3705 SIOUX CITY 1819 4th St. Main ....(712) 252-7969 Parts....(800) 943-3534 CEDAR RAPIDS 200 50th Ave. S.W. Main ....(319) 365-4453 Parts....(800) 332-5435 DES MOINES 1436 E. Ovid Ave. Main ....(515) 265-1491 Parts....(800) 888-0248 CLEAR LAKE 840 Hwy. 18 W. Main ....(641) 357-7101 Parts....(800) 397-5630 DAVENPORT 8502 Northwest Blvd. Main ....(563) 322-2671 Parts....(800) 553-1886 OMAHA 9770 S 142nd Street, Suite 1 Main ....(531) 239-3050 Parts....(800) 322-8757 NEBRASKA IOWA MISSOURI Brake Maintenance Air Systems Ensure your brake system is well-balanced. Spring Brake Chambers Make sure your push rod is even on all chambers. To help, cut the push rod to the appropriate length. Slack Adjuster Ensure your slack is setup properly per the manufacturer’s recommendation. S-Cams Make sure no grease is on your S-cam head. Aim for free play movement in and out, and up and down. Also, seal your installation. Hardware Kits When performing a brake job, replace the hardware kit completely, not only the springs. Shoes Do a complete replacement, not only one wheel. The minimum should be a complete axle if it's not possible to do an entire unit. Drums Make sure to use heavy drums for severe applications. Use of lightweight brake drums on any heavy duty application is not recommended – they frequently lead to damaged or cracked drums. Lining Wear Patterns To begin, after removing drums look at the brake shoes and lining before you remove them off the wheel - it will tell you a story. Brake Adjustment Jack up axles and snub up brakes, then back off ¼ to ½ turn on manual slacks and use templates on automatic slack adjusters. Brake Lining Burnishing Heat up the brakes until you are able to smell them. Then, allow them to cool. Do this procedure within ¼ to 1 mile. Check wheel temperature with a heat gun Best Practices to Keep Your Brakes in Good Condition Disclaimer: The brake linings listed in this catalog are based on published manufacturer product information and are intended for general reference only. They should not be construed as specific application recommendations. Always verify compatibility and suitability with the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications and your service professional before selecting or installing any brake lining.
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