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09-26-2017, 05:29 PM
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Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
Each axle plate has two slots and there's supposed to be a snap cover for each. Perhaps the plates are for multi-applications, and the covers help keep water off the brakes?
After near 50 years, one is broken, one is pitted, one is nice and the other MIA. Anyway, does anyone know what these are called? How about replacements? Thanks.
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Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring it from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s of OEM identifications and part numbers, all written in short order. 700+ images include assm, illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025 |
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09-26-2017, 05:32 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
I haven't seen the metal ones in parts houses....but I have seen rubber plugs that might work....they would be for the adjusting screw slot like on a 1/2 ton
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09-26-2017, 06:08 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
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By the looks of it, they're called "Brake Backing Plate Dust Cover (Plugs)"
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Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring it from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s of OEM identifications and part numbers, all written in short order. 700+ images include assm, illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025 |
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09-26-2017, 06:24 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
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09-26-2017, 06:32 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
Not steel...but rubber...
Dorman 29000 Backing Plate Hole Cover https://www.amazon.com/Dorman-29000-.../dp/B000CZ3UIM Pack of four for $5 plus shipping 
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09-26-2017, 06:52 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
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Sorry about the picture. I packed everything away for another day. They're steel covers that snap into place. I'm new at this "business", but from what I know and see, the adjustment is done at the very bottom, which tells me these plates are multi-purpose. The slots aren't anywhere near the adjuster. And why would you need two slots anyhow? The adjusters I've seen for 71-72 C-10 at least, and era passenger vehicles are all like this.
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Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring it from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s of OEM identifications and part numbers, all written in short order. 700+ images include assm, illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025 |
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09-26-2017, 07:00 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
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They're probably correct, but I haven't measured. Good to know something is available. I'll try and locate the steel pieces, but I'm not holding my breath. Thanks for the input all, appreciate it.
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Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring it from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s of OEM identifications and part numbers, all written in short order. 700+ images include assm, illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025 |
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09-27-2017, 05:02 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
Those slots are there to check the wear on the brake shoes. Any adjustment slot cover will fit.
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09-27-2017, 08:02 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
I have seen those plugs come in drum brake hardware kits that include the color coded drum brake springs. I believe you can also find them in just about any auto parts store "HELP" section that carries the various Dorman products.
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09-27-2017, 11:01 PM
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Re: Axle plate "slot snap covers" What are these called and where can you get them?
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