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Crown Automotive Brake Shoe Hold Down Kit – J0120239

Crown Automotive

  • Brake shoe hold down kit for one wheel
  • For 9 inch brakes, front position
  • Fits 1954–1968 Willys and Jeep CJ3, CJ5 and CJ6 models

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Description

Overview

The Crown Automotive J0120239 is a brake shoe hold down kit for one wheel with 9 inch brakes. It fits the 1959 CJ3, 1959–1968 CJ5 and CJ6, and the 1954–1958 Willys CJ-3, 1955–1958 Willys CJ-5 and 1956–1958 Willys CJ-6.

The hold down kit keeps the shoes seated against the backing plate of the front drum brake.

Key features

  • Brake shoe hold down kit for one wheel
  • Made for 9 inch brakes
  • Front position
  • Direct-fit replacement design

Hold down hardware and shoe seating

Hold down hardware clamps each brake shoe against the backing plate so the shoe stays in position as the drum turns. If the hardware is weak or bent, the shoe can rock, rub the drum or wear unevenly along its edge. Inspect the springs, pins and cups whenever the backing plate is removed, and check that each part sits flat before reassembly.

Front drum brakes see heavy use from steering and braking loads, so seating problems tend to show up as a pulling sensation or a squeal on one side. Check the shoe linings for uneven wear, clean the backing plate of old dust, and avoid greasing the shoe contact pads. Replace any hardware that shows heat discoloration or cracks, and confirm the shoe moves freely after installation.

Specifications

Brand Crown Automotive
Part number J0120239
UPC 848399051490
Part type Drum brake shoe hold down kit
Brake size 9 inch
Coverage One wheel
Position Front
Fit type Direct fit

Vehicle fitment

It is a direct fit for the 1959 Jeep CJ3, the 1959–1968 CJ5 and CJ6, the 1954–1958 Willys CJ-3, the 1955–1958 Willys CJ-5 and the 1956–1958 Willys CJ-6.

The CJ5 and CJ6 years after 1968 are not in this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.

Installation notes

A kit covers one wheel, so a full axle needs two.

What’s included

  • Brake shoe hold down kit for one wheel
SKU: CROJ0120239 Category:

Specification

Shipping weight 0.10 lbs
Package dimensions 6.00 × 1.00 × 1.00 in
brands

Fitment

VehicleYearsTrims
Jeep CJ31959Base
Jeep CJ51959–1968Base
Jeep CJ61959–1968Base
Jeep Willys CJ-31954–1958All
Jeep Willys CJ-51955–1958All
Jeep Willys CJ-61956–1958All

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Questions & Answers

How many wheels does the Crown J0120239 kit cover?

The kit is for one wheel. A full axle needs two kits, so count both wheels of the axle when you work out how many hold down kits to order.

Does the J0120239 fit a 1970 CJ5?

No. The CJ5 fits 1959 to 1968 for this kit, so a 1970 model is outside that range. Check the year of your CJ5 before ordering this hold down kit.

What brake size is the J0120239 for?

It is for 9 inch brakes at the front position and covers one wheel. It fits CJ3, CJ5 and CJ6 models from 1954 to 1968, including Willys CJ-3, CJ-5 and CJ-6.

Should the brake shoes be replaced when the hold down kit is installed?

Not always. Replace shoes that show thin linings, cracks or uneven wear, since worn shoes will not seat well even with new hardware. If the linings are still even and thick, reuse them after cleaning the backing plate and checking the shoe edges.