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#962051 08/08/2013 7:36 PM
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I am trying to replace these two frame pads on my 3100 Chevy truck but can't find the part referenced in the shop manual or in any of my typical on-line sources.

I know it is a basic part but don't know what to call it or reference as a part number. It bolts on the tab on the side of the frame in the photo.

Anyone know?

Mystery frame pad


Bob

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I cannot tell what that is, but it might be an axle bumper (rear axle bumper, maybe)?

1954?

rear axle bumper
rear axle bumper kit
1940-1954 front axle bumper (it goes inside a cast housing)

I have found that the reproduction rear axle bumpers are much smaller than the original.

I have received two sizes of front axle bumpers. If there is a 1956-59 front axle bumper, it might be longer than the earlier one.


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That's it, Tim. Many thanks as always.

I was using frame pad / bumper as a keyword and did not think to use axle.


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That's the 54 version. I have been looking high and low for the 50 version which is different. Most vendors don't have it, but I found the correct one at Classic Industries.


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Jim Carter

Looks like Classic Parts of America has them mislabeled - 47-53 are the same?

American Class Truck Parts also has them listed like Jim Carter (not surprising - their catalog listings match JCs).

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Yeah, Carters isn't right. Classic Parts has them looking just like the 54. They are supposed to look like this:

http://www.classicindustries.com/truck/parts/j1164.html

I have several 47-53 frames that have the original ones.


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