XA-0024-1
Slack Adjuster and Cushion
SAF-Holland

Featuring a complete shoe and cushion assembly, this part provides the essential interface between the brake shoe and the actuating mechanism, delivering controlled brake application and resilient damping. In service, the cushion helps absorb energy and reduce oscillation transmitted through the chassis, improving ride quality and reducing rim and pad wear. The VMRS code 059-001-047 identifies this unit within the slack adjuster family, while the lack of provided cross references implies straightforward compatibility with a range of braking configurations that employ standard Slack Adjuster and Cushion assemblies. The assembly replacement enables technicians to restore consistent brake stroke and return-to-neutral behavior without disturbing other brake hardware. Because the unit integrates both the shoe platform and the damping cushion, proper torqueing, alignment, and inspection during service are important to ensure even pad wear and predictable braking response across loads. Within the 42787 category, the component enhances overall braking reliability in heavy-duty applications, minimizes maintenance downtime, and contributes to safer retarding performance in municipal and highway fleets alike.