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Old 11-04-2022, 04:54 PM   #1
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Default front A backing plates vs newer

I've read the bolt pattern on the a is a little smaller than the later ones.


How much smaller .?


Also later plates square bolt pattern and I've read 3 3/8. ?
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Old 11-05-2022, 10:53 AM   #2
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Default Re: front A backing plates vs newer

Are you asking about converting to hydraulic brakes using a post 1939 Ford front set up? I don't know it for a fact, but I always thought that no modifications were needed to mount the early hydraulic backing plates to the "A".
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Old 11-05-2022, 11:25 AM   #3
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Default Re: front A backing plates vs newer

For hydraulic backing plates you need to oblong the 4 mounting holes because the bolt pattern is just a bit smaller on the early spindles. Don't remember the exact bolt pattern sizes but you only grind like 1/4 inch on each of the 4 holes tward the center of the backing plate
Alot more info over on the HAMB forums if you meed more
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Old 11-05-2022, 01:54 PM   #4
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The attached photos show what Phil is describing, before and after. Some people actually fill the holes with a plug and redrill them.

You also need an adapter kit. The kit has 4 pieces (each side uses 2 pieces). The first piece looks like a piston ring and centers the backing plate on the spindle. The second spaces the bearing out to the correct position. Most suppliers should have this kit but go for a supplier you trust.

Note that my comments are for a US production passenger car, your Canadian truck may be different.

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