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BigRed76 · 05-25-2015, 04:09 PM

Earlier today I tore down the front brakes/hubs on my K2500 to replace the rotors, and when I got everything apart I noticed that the right side had a shim on it that the left side did not. The shim was underneath the outermost piece with the dial in it. I'm assuming that both sides should have this shim correct? And are there supposed to be any gaskets or seals between the sections of the hubs? The last person to have this apart just put a thin layer of silicone, which worked fine, I'm just curious about the correct way these should be sealed up. Thanks for any info

(And no I don't have an assembly manual to look this stuff up)

SS Tim · 05-25-2015, 04:17 PM

That is one of two gaskets per side the factory used.
In this case the assembly manual would not be of any help but the service manual will be.
If you don't have it here is a link to a usable free copy.
RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here

BigRed76 · 05-25-2015, 06:29 PM

Thank you for confirming that Tim. I suppose nobody reproduces these either huh?

**DeadheadNM** · 05-25-2015, 06:58 PM

#1 is the metal gasket shown in the pic and #3 is the missing paper gasket. Neither reproduced and difficult to find.

BigRed76 · 05-25-2015, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

#1 is the metal gasket shown in the pic and #3 is the missing paper gasket. Neither reproduced and difficult to find.

I was able to get the metal & paper gaskets on eBay. Thanks for the heads up DeadheadNM.

**DeadheadNM** · 05-25-2015, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by BigRed76

I was able to get the metal & paper gaskets on eBay. Thanks for the heads up DeadheadNM.

Nice! Those were a good deal. Hats off to Kevin for stepping up with his offer. Glad you're set. Pete

**DeadheadNM** · 05-25-2015, 06:59 PM

PM sent

**undertaker72** · 05-25-2015, 07:52 PM

bigred76 if you cant round any up give me a shout I have a few down here

05-25-2015, 04:17 PM	#2
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: 4WD Front hub question That is one of two gaskets per side the factory used. In this case the assembly manual would not be of any help but the service manual will be. If you don't have it here is a link to a usable free copy. RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Attached Images __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban Last edited by SS Tim; 05-25-2015 at 04:23 PM.

05-25-2015, 06:58 PM	#4
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,355	Re: 4WD Front hub question #1 is the metal gasket shown in the pic and #3 is the missing paper gasket. Neither reproduced and difficult to find. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

05-25-2015, 06:59 PM	#7
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,355	Re: 4WD Front hub question PM sent __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

05-25-2015, 07:52 PM	#8
undertaker72 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: nephi , utah Posts: 2,308	Re: 4WD Front hub question bigred76 if you cant round any up give me a shout I have a few down here Attached Images

05-25-2015, 04:09 PM	#1
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	4WD Front hub question Earlier today I tore down the front brakes/hubs on my K2500 to replace the rotors, and when I got everything apart I noticed that the right side had a shim on it that the left side did not. The shim was underneath the outermost piece with the dial in it. I'm assuming that both sides should have this shim correct? And are there supposed to be any gaskets or seals between the sections of the hubs? The last person to have this apart just put a thin layer of silicone, which worked fine, I'm just curious about the correct way these should be sealed up. Thanks for any info (And no I don't have an assembly manual to look this stuff up) Attached Images __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

05-25-2015, 06:29 PM	#3
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: 4WD Front hub question Thank you for confirming that Tim. I suppose nobody reproduces these either huh? __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB



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