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Old 07-20-2018, 06:51 PM   #11
Synchro909
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Default Re: Rear axle shims- one or two?

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Originally Posted by redmodelt View Post
Instead of shimming; look for bent backing plates or turn a little off the outer edge of the drum. Better yet, find out why it is rubbing. Worn ill fitting hubs, buggered up axle etc.
Can't argue with any of that. In my case, I know the problem is the latter. 2 shims and a slather of 243 Loctite and it's been good for many miles. If it comes loose again, I'll repeat the repair and drive on.
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