Brake Parts for Jeep CJ5
Wheel Cylinders, Master Cylinder, Brake Drums & Parking Brake for Confident Stopping Power (1955–1971).
Why the Braking System in the Jeep CJ5 Wears Out Over the Years.
The Jeep CJ5 relies on drum brakes at all four corners, which makes the system especially maintenance-heavy. Wheel cylinders lose their seal through corrosion and moisture, letting brake fluid escape and causing uneven brake pressure. The master cylinder suffers similar wear, as internal seals harden over the years and pistons no longer move cleanly. Brake hoses and lines become brittle, fittings corrode, and leaks can develop unnoticed. Brake shoes wear down through friction, while brake drums develop grooves, rust, or out-of-round wear that degrades braking feel. The parking brake cable stretches over time, and even the brake pedal pad cracks and turns slippery. Anyone driving or restoring a CJ5 regularly should inspect the entire braking system at short intervals – on a vehicle this age, reliable brakes are the top priority.
- Wheel Cylinders Front & Rear: The front wheel cylinder and the rear wheel cylinder come in various bore sizes for 9", 10" and 11" drum brakes.
- Master Cylinder & Power Booster: The master cylinder and the version without power booster for 11" front drum brakes.
- Brake Hoses, Lines & Fittings: The front brake hose and the brake line at the wheel cylinder for reliable connections throughout the system.
- Brake Drum & Brake Shoes: The brake drum and the matching brake shoe set for front or rear.
- Parking Brake & Brake Pedal: The parking brake cable and the brake pedal for reliable handbrake operation and pedal actuation.
American Brand Expertise for Your CJ5.
Wheel cylinders and brake shoes from Raybestos – one of the best-known names in the American brake market – form the backbone of the range, complemented by master cylinders, brake hoses, and parking brake cables from Crown Automotive. Alternative wheel cylinders come from Dorman, brake pedal levers from Omix, and the brake pedal itself from Philippine manufacturer MD Juan – Raybestos, Crown, and Dorman all bring American engineering to the table.
Your Partner for the Jeep CJ5 Braking System.
Whether you need a single wear part or a complete brake system overhaul, we're happy to advise you on bore sizes, installation order, and the brake bleeding required after replacement, including compatibility questions for the closely related CJ3B, CJ6, and Willys M38A1 models. Your order leaves our warehouse as quickly as possible once payment is confirmed.