Topaz brake drums

[MarkSue]

Hi Topaz Owners,
Has anyone had to replace the drake drums since the Topaz has been replaced by the T4?  We are having an issue as it appears that Track no longer stock the brake drums and it is no longer a standard part.  We purchased our Topaz new in August 2017.
Apologies if this has been already asked, but I have not been able to find anything in my search.
Thanks,
Sue

[Harry Lissimore]

I would be most upset if Track didn't have a stock of brake drums or know where to get them!  Please keep us informed!  Surely they would be able to put you on to who makes them.

[mal1958]

Are they not Alko 12" off-road brakes ?   

If so, the drum should have a part number on part of the casting.    You should be able search on the number in the Alko catalogue.     

The part number determines (I think) the stud pattern.

From there you will have to find a local retailer who stocks them or can get them for you.     

Not sure why Track can't help except they may have no stock.

Cheers Mal


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[MarkSue]

Thanks Harry and Mal.
Our Topaz has been at our caravan repairer in NSW for the last 2 weeks, trying to get a satisfactory resolution to the problem, so we cannot check exact details of the drums at present.
Our repairer, who is also an Alko dealer, has spoken to Mark (Track parts) and Paul at Track (Topaz guru), amongst others.  They have told him that the correct size drums for our Topaz are no longer made, and are not available either through Track or Melbourne Brakes.  The new Track T4s have Alko brakes, so this is not an issue with the T4s.
We are still hoping that Track will be able to offer us a reasonable, cost effective solution, especially as we have said that this is a potential issue for all Topaz owners.
Thanks again,
Sue and Mark

[Harry Lissimore]

My drums are from Melbourne Axles so I suppose it will be even harder to get them!

[Fish tales]

Hi,
Has Track given you a solution for your break drum replacement?