Looking for 1967 Wildcat replacement drum

Discussion in 'The whoa and the sway.' started by TJinMobile, Jul 25, 2020.

  1. TJinMobile

    TJinMobile Member

    My 67 Wildcat has one worn rear drum. I’m fine with used parts but I can’t locate any, even on eBay . Is there any newer drums that may fit ??
     
  2. JoeBlog

    JoeBlog Platinum Level Contributor

    These guys reline brake drums, and offer to buy them. Maybe they’ve got one or at least a lead to one?

    https://www.jgrelining.com/
     
  3. bostoncat68

    bostoncat68 Platinum Level Contributor

    Do not buy the ones from kantner....they are horrible. 1) they don't balance them and 2) the hub is super thick because they are made of cheap steel so it makes the wheel studs too short.....absolute junk!!
     
  4. mobileparts123

    mobileparts123 Well-Known Member

    TJinMobile,
    I have one (1) last N.O.S. Only -- that I haven't been able
    to "pair up" for a decade...
    The answer to your prayers -- one single Rear Brake Drum.....
    Always best to simply call me --- Craig ---
    516 - 485 - 1935......
    And, NO, nothing else fits -- 1965 - 1970 Buick Electra, Wildcat, LeSabre, and
    Riviera --- ALL --- ONLY --- 12" x 2".....
     
  5. mobileparts123

    mobileparts123 Well-Known Member

    We have a hit and runner....
    After posting his request, he hasn't been back?????
     
  6. TJinMobile

    TJinMobile Member

    Sorry, I have been away. My job and family requires my full attention most of the time. I’m thankful for all your advice. I am not looking to spend a fortune on this $1000 car. I was hoping for a cheap acceptable used drum just to get me to cruising. If you see anything in this description keep me in mind. Thanks
     
  7. telriv

    telriv Founders Club Member

    I have a few. Shipping would be costly depending on where you live. They are HEAVY.
    I'm in Conn.

    Tom T.
     
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  8. TJinMobile

    TJinMobile Member

    25CECBE6-A546-4E12-8E49-8554AD75D032.png I found this!!
     
  9. mobileparts123

    mobileparts123 Well-Known Member

    Notice their "Use in Pairs" --- because they are WRONG --- as bostoncat68 told you up above, STAY AWAY from the Chineseum wrongly made reproductions.....

    I have one (1) NEW and Tom T. Has chimed in that he has used ones...
    Mine is N.O.S. NEW and Perfect.....
    Keep in mind, whether you paid $ 1 for a car or $ 1 million
    Brakes are Essential ......
    Yours, Craig.....
     
  10. TJinMobile

    TJinMobile Member

    Is kantner the ones on oldbuickparts.com???
     
  11. telriv

    telriv Founders Club Member

    There's only ONE manufacturer for these drums & are carried by MANY vendors. They are ALL JUNK China parts. Best would be the ONLY ONE Craig has or a GOOD used OEM one.

    Tom T.
     
  12. bostoncat68

    bostoncat68 Platinum Level Contributor

    I would ask any vendor if 1) the drum is guaranteed to be fully balanced and 2) how thick is the drum at center. The ones I purchased are so thick that they make the studs too short. One drum was so far out of balance I sent pics and got a Replacement one sent....that one still required stick on weights to balance. The first was probably a pound or more out of balance. It was crazy. One day I will toss them away... total junk
     
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  13. mobileparts123

    mobileparts123 Well-Known Member

    Bostoncat68,
    He or she won't be asking anybody anything --- He or she has disappeared
    again.........
     
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  14. TJinMobile

    TJinMobile Member

    I requested a price from Tom for his good used rear drum. Til he gets me a price.... ttt
     
  15. TJinMobile

    TJinMobile Member

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