Looking for an easy way to replace the backing plate. Old ones rusted away. Any suggestions?
N nozzleman Original poster Member Apr 16, 2014 23 Jul 22, 2019 #1 Looking for an easy way to replace the backing plate. Old ones rusted away. Any suggestions?
xavierny25 Member Mar 16, 2014 6,324 Staten Island, N.Y Jul 22, 2019 #2 Unfortunately there is only 1 way and that's by removing the axle shafts, which you will also need to remove the diff cover to gain access to the c clips. Most here just do with out them. I guess so long as the E- brake line holds it should be good. Reactions: Mooseman and Matt
Unfortunately there is only 1 way and that's by removing the axle shafts, which you will also need to remove the diff cover to gain access to the c clips. Most here just do with out them. I guess so long as the E- brake line holds it should be good.
DocBrown Member Dec 8, 2011 501 Jul 22, 2019 #3 Not worth the hassle. I drove my TB for several years without backing plates. Reactions: Mooseman and Matt
Matt Member Dec 2, 2011 4,022 Jul 22, 2019 #4 Mine were rusting off (NE Ohio winters/salt) so I helped them along and got rid of them. No ill effects.
Mine were rusting off (NE Ohio winters/salt) so I helped them along and got rid of them. No ill effects.
N nozzleman Original poster Member Apr 16, 2014 23 Jul 22, 2019 #5 I was hoping that would be the conclusion. Thanks everyone. Reactions: Matt and Redbeard