Getting ready to replace the driveshaft carrier bearing and have a question about the carrier hanger bracket.

Hanger Top

Hanger Bottom

I think the square stock welded to the bracket is part of an overdone repair. Is there any type of spacer supposed to go between this bracket and the bearing carrier???

TIA


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'54 Chevy 6400 2 ton
'55.2 GMC 3/4 ton
'56 GMC 1-ton

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