Remove/install rear backing plates?

[larrys40]

One of my Earlier posts on same issue
Please read.

Default Re: Rear Brakes and Backing Plate R & R Question W/Pictures
Yes, you do NOT have to remove the arm to remove the backing plates .
As said remove the drum,make sure the e brake lever arm, outer return spring Nd key are removed by removing the clamp bolt that holds it tight and pull off. A small old chisel or screwdriver driven in the slot may help to remove.
Then with drum off force the service brake lever full forward pushing it over the cam. It should stay there if done right. Then you can remove the 4 backing plate bolts and remove the e brake carrier and then the backing plate. If you pull off and rotate it while the lever comes out the opening in the radius rod at the housing there is just enough room and clearance for removal. No need to undo radius bolts from either end. I do these probably every week on an A so those that say you have to remove radius rod are mistaken as it is not necessary .

From that point it is abench job and full backing plate restoration including bushing replacement and track service is in order
Larry Shepard