4707Q Brake Shoes KIT

The 4707Q Brake Shoes KIT is a standard heavy-duty brake shoe kit designed for 16.5" x 7" Meritor Q Plus brake systems commonly used on commercial trucks and trailers. This essential component ensures reliable stopping power in high-demand environments, making it ideal for vehicles from manufacturers such as Freightliner, Volvo, Kenworth, and International.

Key Specifications

• Dimensions: 16.5" diameter x 7" width.
• Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): Typically rated for 20,000 lbs or 23,000 lbs.
• Brake Type: Q-Style or Q Plus.
• Materials: Often constructed from steel or high-carbon ductile cast iron, featuring copper-free friction linings to meet safety standards like FMVSS 121.

Kit Components

Standard kits, such as those from Mytee Products, generally include:

• Two lined brake shoes.
• Return springs (typically blue or orange).
• Anchor pins and brake shoe rollers.
• Retainer clips and adjustment hardware.

Maintenance Tips

According to Mytee Products, you should replace these brake shoes if you notice:

• Squealing or grinding noises when braking.
• Friction material worn down to 1.6 mm or less.
• Burning smells or visible smoke.

Note: Always replace both sets on an axle simultaneously to ensure balanced braking.

⚠️ Warning

This product can expose you to chemicals, including Lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.