In going through some parts I came across 2 different style rear backing plates. One set has round reinforcement around bearing cap bolt area. Second set has rectangular reinforcement that runs through bearing cap area all the way through brake cylinder area.
What model year and when was each style used?
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Re: Difference in 356 rear drum brake backing plates
tried to attach photo but couldn't figure it out
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Re: Difference in 356 rear drum brake backing plates
Michael......if it looks like this one, it`s Pre-A. I robbed that pic from "the big auction site".......with a REDICULOUS price for the pair!
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Re: Difference in 356 rear drum brake backing plates
Yes, two look like picture, other two. Have reinforcement around where bearing cap would bolt. Are you sure those are pre a the extra reinforcement would appear to make them stiffer which should make them later ?
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Re: Difference in 356 rear drum brake backing plates
No, early plates have the reinforcement. Same goes for the fronts, here`s a pair I have....54-55
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Re: Difference in 356 rear drum brake backing plates
The bracing was needed because the main plate was thinner than the later ones.
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Re: Difference in 356 rear drum brake backing plates
I like the earlier plates, they`re definately stronger. I`ve got a lot of "A" plates that are distorted and bent in the center around the bolt holes.
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