What size drum and shoes to install on a naked differential? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

WB72 · 05-03-2018, 10:41 AM

So the truck I bought that the PO said it needed back brakes, didnt mention that there is nothing but the backing plate and wheel cylinders behind the wheels.

I am trying to get the brakes all set up. I know there are 2 options for brake size.

Will it matter what size I go with if I stay consistant with the drums and shoes?

Is there a measurement I can take off of the rear end / backing plate / axle to determine what set was on before?

Is there a chance I could run something off of a newer (less expencive) model?

05-03-2018, 10:41 AM	#1
WB72 Before and After Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Leduc, Alberta CANADA Posts: 632	What size drum and shoes to install on a naked differential? So the truck I bought that the PO said it needed back brakes, didnt mention that there is nothing but the backing plate and wheel cylinders behind the wheels. I am trying to get the brakes all set up. I know there are 2 options for brake size. Will it matter what size I go with if I stay consistant with the drums and shoes? Is there a measurement I can take off of the rear end / backing plate / axle to determine what set was on before? Is there a chance I could run something off of a newer (less expencive) model? __________________ Not Grandpa's C-20 anymore... 383 Stroker 425HP, 485Ft/Lbs Lowered 3.5" Front / 5" Rear 66,000 miles. Alberta, CANADA

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