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#533630 04/30/2009 5:34 PM
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I was wondering if the brake flange( or, brake backing plate) from an early '50 to '60 rear brake set-up would readily bolt up to the axle of my '49. I'd like to be rid of the Huck Brake system.Wish I had checked this out before I invested in the new bearings, pinion and ring. If you happen to have a truck catalog from "obsolete chevy" a review of the top and bottom of page 52 will give you an Idea what I'm getting at,It appears as if the flanges would readily change-out Any opinions??

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It will work. You will have to drill out a couple of the bolt holes in the arms and spindles from 7/16 to 1/2.

Not a big problem.


You will go from huck to bendix.


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Check the tech tips under brakes. The guy talks about swapping with the 51 bendix brakes, I believe.

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If it's 1/2 ton the 51 up Bendix can be used. The 50 back were the huck brakes.


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Whew!! beautiful afternoon here in NC. just got done abusing the lawn and much pleased w/the response. Had a hunch that plate would match up, now the search for a rear in those years will begin. Thanks again fellas!!!


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