Am I SOL? Where to buy one of these?

[Secret Squirrel]

Pics below

This is currently my Daily Driver!

Front Wheel cylinder started leaking on my 70 C-10. Figured I'd pull it and run down to the local parts store for a replacement. The Anchor bolt was seized on (tried penetrating oil/heat, etc etc.)

Then I had the bright idea to have the wife hold the socket while I tried to stand on the handle to break it loose ( after all leverage is your friend). Well the socket slipped off and snapped the nub that holds all the springs for the drum brakes. I have spent hours searching online and can't find one anywhere (LMC/oldtrucks/ebay etc etc). Is Wheel Cylinder Anchor Bolt the right name?

Does anyone know where to buy one, or have one laying around after doing the 5 lug disc brake conversion? I'm located in Shreveport Louisiana.

I am not interested in conversions, just need to get this mean green machine back on the road.

Details:

6 lug Standard Brakes 1 1/8 diameter cylinder/ and anchor bolt (60-72 C10 front drum brakes?)

Thanks for the support

[LockDoc]

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I'll check in the morning. I should have one I can send you. If you don't hear from me by 9am central time send me a PM....

LockDoc

[Secret Squirrel]

Sure do appreciate it friend, thanks for lookin.

Hindsight: I wish I would have tried to rebuild the wheel cylinder without taking it off (did not even know that was an option till I broke the part)

[71gmcburb]

should be a grade 8 bolt you can get from most autoparts houses

[LockDoc]

Originally Posted by Secret Squirrel

Sure do appreciate it friend, thanks for lookin.

Hindsight: I wish I would have tried to rebuild the wheel cylinder without taking it off (did not even know that was an option till I broke the part)

I don't think you can do that. The pistons won't clear the bumps on the backing plate without loosening the retaining bolt so you can't get them out. That is a safety feature...

LockDoc

[LockDoc]

Originally Posted by 71gmcburb

should be a grade 8 bolt you can get from most autoparts houses

That is a special made retainer/anchor bolt. Here is a pic of it

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1242965113

LockDoc

[Secret Squirrel]

Originally Posted by 71gmcburb

should be a grade 8 bolt you can get from most autoparts houses

I wish it was that easy, this is what it looks like when some meathead does not snap the pin off.

Tried lookig on all the websites of local parts stores, don't have any listing for wheel cylinder anchor bolt.

[Secret Squirrel]

Originally Posted by LockDoc

That is a special made retainer/anchor bolt. Here is a pic of it

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1242965113

LockDoc

great minds think a like ... I did the same thing at the same time. Good to know I could not repair the wheel cylinder without loosening it. Eases the pain ...

[Sklptrljay]

I have 2 complete redone front assemblies off of my 70 that nobody bought on Craigslist.
I'm in California though, and they are kinda heavy.

[71gmcburb]

In the AM I will look through my parts boxes and see if I have one. as many as I torn down, I'd be suprised if I don't. I'll let you know in the morning.

[Secret Squirrel]

Originally Posted by Sklptrljay

I have 2 complete redone front assemblies off of my 70 that nobody bought on Craigslist.
I'm in California though, and they are kinda heavy.

Man, I was Stationed at Travis AFB before my Uncle shipped me here. I have a friend that lives in vacaville, works at the Hospital on base.

Two of my cars are hanging out in So Cal with my parents until my next move (when and where that may be?)

I am strapped for cash, would you consider a trade? I could have my buddy pay for the shipping (he owes me) and I can send you a thank you gift?

I have not been able to bust that bolt loose yet, so It be great to have a back up plan on the way over from Cali.

[Secret Squirrel]

Thanks for all the support gents, that sick feeling in my gut is starting to go away. I have to get some sleep, that truck kicked my rear tonight. Time to let the wounds heal, and re attack in the morning.

I will send thank you gifts/comp or pay for shipping to anyone who saves my bacon!

[SS Tim]

Group 5.055 PIN, Brake Shoe Anchor
Looks like 3841719 or 3840699 are the part numbers depending on HD brakes or not. The applications might help someone shake a used one loose. One number runs from 60-72 for the HD and the other 64-71.

[Sklptrljay]

Let me know, i'll help you out.

[corvettejim1968]

do you have a freind with a welder and a lathe. im betting i could just fix it.
if you cant find anybody then send me the bad one and a good one (if you can) and i will fix it free just pay shipping.

[LT1 Burb]

I have one if you can't find one closer but I would think the parts houses would have those , try the rack where they have the universal parts.

[biohazardbill]

I have an extra axle here that will be converted to disc so I will not need them. Let me know if you need me to ship.

Just read its the front. I have those too...

Actually I am about to go out and pull apart the front A-arms to replace with later model so if need be I can ship tomorrow.

[LockDoc]

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I have one. I have included a picture with measurements. I know there are two different lengths but I don't know what the reference is on them. From your picture it looks like you might have the long one....

If this is the right one PM me your addy and I will send it to you.

LockDoc

[klmore]

I may have one on my older parts truck. It's a 62 with drum brakes. I'm in Shreveport.
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[Secret Squirrel]

Originally Posted by corvettejim1968

do you have a freind with a welder and a lathe. im betting i could just fix it.
if you cant find anybody then send me the bad one and a good one (if you can) and i will fix it free just pay shipping.

After it snapped I got the BFH and gently tapped on it to try to break the rust from the threads, well I started out with little taps. I'll need a new one

[Tinkermc]

Such great ideas, why not go the the local junk yard and pick yourself up one.

[Secret Squirrel]

Ok PMs have been sent, you guys are awesome.

LocDoc,

The picture I posted of an Anchor bolt was one I found on the web. The one I need is the one you have (takes a 1 1/8 wrench or Deep Socket) to remove.

I'll definitely use an anti seize when I rebuild it.

[Secret Squirrel]

Originally Posted by Tinkermc

Such great ideas, why not go the the local junk yard and pick yourself up one.

Defiantly an option, have to wait for a day when I don't have my kids with me to start looking.

[oldblue1968chevy]

why I love this forum

I have one soemweere at home as well but it would be quite some time before you got it lol

[Secret Squirrel]

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

why I love this forum

I have one soemweere at home as well but it would be quite some time before you got it lol

Agreed, no matter where Uncle SAM sends me the forum is always near by and ready to help out. Hopefully I can get my old girl back on the road soon. I am still fighting to get the broken Anchor Pin off.