4414A Broce / Superior Broom Rear Brake Shoe Set - 11" x 2-1/4" - Replaces 4414A & 01-50001-005 - Complete Axle Kit

4414A Rear Brake Shoe Set for Broce & Superior Street Brooms

Your broom's rear brakes are dragging, squealing, or barely stopping the machine. The shoes are worn down to rivets, the drum is scored, and you can feel the pedal going to the floor. The broom dealer wants $130–$199 for a set of brake shoes — for a standard 11-inch drum brake. That's an outrageous price for brake shoes that you can get anywhere.

We sell the complete rear brake shoe set for $89 — all 4 shoes for one axle. Same specification, same 11" x 2-1/4" dimensions, same fitment. Replaces Broce part number 4414A and Superior part number 01-50001-005.

Why These Are the Right Shoes

Broce and Superior brooms use crate axles (Ford 9" and Dana-based industrial axles) for their rear drive assembly. These axles use a standard 11" x 2-1/4" drum brake setup — the same proven brake design used across millions of vehicles and industrial applications. The brake shoes are a standard industrial fitment that bolts directly into the drum assembly on your broom's rear axle. No modification, no machining, no adapters.

What's in the Box

• (4) Brake Shoes — enough for one complete rear axle (2 shoes per wheel, 2 wheels)
• Pre-attached friction lining — riveted for positive retention

Specifications

• Broce OEM Part Number: 4414A
• Superior OEM Part Number: 01-50001-005
• Type: Rear Drum Brake Shoes
• Drum Diameter: 11.00" (11-1/32")
• Shoe Width: 2-1/4" (2.25")
• Quantity: 4 Shoes (Complete Set for One Axle)
• Attachment: Riveted Friction Lining
• Axle Type: Standard Ford 9" / Dana Industrial — 11" x 2-1/4" Drums
• Condition: Brand New

Compatible Equipment

This brake shoe set fits the following broom / sweeper models:

Broce Broom

• Broce 350 Series
• Broce RC300
• Broce RJ350

Superior Broom

• Superior DT74
• Superior SM80

⚠️ These brooms use standard crate axles with 11" x 2-1/4" drum brakes. Verify your drum diameter and shoe width before ordering. If your broom has been retrofitted with a non-standard axle, measure the drum and shoe dimensions to confirm fitment. Contact us with your machine model and serial number if you need confirmation.

Installation Notes

• Chock the front wheels and secure the machine — do NOT rely on the parking brake during brake service
• Raise the rear axle and support on jack stands
• Remove the rear wheels
• Remove the brake drums — if they're stuck, back off the adjuster through the access hole on the backing plate
• Inspect the drums — if they're scored deeper than 0.060", they should be resurfaced or replaced
• Take a photo of the spring and hardware layout before removing the old shoes
• Remove the return springs, hold-down springs, and adjuster hardware
• Remove the old shoes
• Clean the backing plate — remove all brake dust and debris
• Apply a thin coat of brake grease to the shoe contact points on the backing plate (the six raised pads)
• Install the new shoes — primary (short lining) shoe faces the front, secondary (long lining) shoe faces the rear
• Reinstall all springs, hold-down hardware, and the adjuster
• Adjust the shoes — they should lightly drag on the drum when it's reinstalled
• Reinstall the drums and wheels
• Pump the brake pedal several times to set the shoes against the drums
• Test: drive slowly and apply the brakes — verify even stopping with no pull to one side
• Bed in the new shoes with several moderate stops from 20–30 mph — avoid hard braking for the first 50 miles

Symptoms of Worn Brake Shoes

• Brake pedal goes further to the floor than normal
• Squealing, grinding, or scraping noise from the rear wheels
• Machine takes significantly longer to stop
• Broom pulls to one side under braking (one side more worn than the other)
• Visible brake dust or metal shavings on the inside of the rear wheels
• Burning smell from the rear wheels after driving (brake drag from broken hardware)
• Parking brake barely holds the machine on a grade

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does a broom use the same brakes as a truck?
Broce and Superior brooms are built on heavy-duty crate axles — factory-assembled rear axle assemblies with standard automotive/industrial drum brakes. This is common in the construction equipment industry. The axle and brake assembly is a proven, off-the-shelf component that provides reliable braking for the broom's weight class.

Should I replace the drums too?
Inspect the drums when you pull them off. If the braking surface is smooth with only minor wear marks, the drums are fine — just install the new shoes. If the drums are scored (grooves you can catch your fingernail in) or out-of-round (you'll feel pulsation under braking), they need to be resurfaced or replaced. Most auto parts stores can resurface drums for $15–$20 each.

Do I need to replace the hardware (springs, adjusters)?
Hardware kits are cheap insurance. The return springs lose tension over time, and weak springs cause the shoes to drag on the drums — leading to overheating and premature wear. If your springs look stretched, discolored (heat damage), or rusty, replace the hardware kit. Contact us if you need the hardware kit for your axle.

Should I replace both sides at the same time?
Yes, always. Brake shoes should be replaced as a complete axle set (all 4 shoes). Replacing only one side will cause uneven braking — the machine will pull toward the side with the new shoes. This set includes all 4 shoes for one complete axle.