Re: Gathering parts for front disc brakes for 1969
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Originally Posted by dmjlambert
Thanks. Can you please tell me more about this? What is the drum locator?
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It's the raised part in the center of the axle flange that "locates" (centers) the brake drum. My 71-up finned drums would not fit on my modified 69 axles until I had the diameter turned down. Can't remember the exact amount, but it was probably around .100" or less
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Mike
1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 34 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes.
1982 C10 SWB -- sold
1981 C10 Silverado LWB -- sold, but wish I still had it!
1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming.
Retired as a factory automation products salesman.
Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop.
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