Reproduction Parts for 1916-1964 Chevrolet Passenger Cars & 1918-1987 Chevrolet & GMC Trucks


Previous Thread
Next Thread
Print Thread
Rate Thread
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 45
JoeDv Offline OP
Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Offline
Shade Tree Mechanic
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 45
I'm wondering whether there's a source for replacement locking plates that go under the bolts that hold the flywheel to the crank on a 235. I'm talking about the plates that span 2 adjacent bolts, that have "ears" that you bend up to keep the bolts from turning. The engine that I have has apparently been apart a few times, and the ears are pretty much gone.

Looking around the internet, I can't find any replacement locking plates. Do any of you know of a source for these? Or is there an alternative solution that's preferred (lock washers, etc?).

Thanks,

Joe

Filling Station - Chevrolet & GMC Reproduction Parts


Filling Station


Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 1,072
ChatMaster - 1,000
Offline
ChatMaster - 1,000
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 1,072
i have some used ones but also had a pkg of new from mr gasket
MR.GASKET FLYWHEEL BOLT LOCKING STRAPS #912A ebay has a listing for same part for 5.25 the item number is 313591756480 listed as mr gasket part number R912A says they have 6 packs hope this helps andy

Last edited by stefakicoupe; 03/07/17 01:20 PM.
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 2,306
ChatMaster - 2,000
Offline
ChatMaster - 2,000
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 2,306
I still have some sets I made up in 2011. Since then I think I found that all flywheel bolt configurations were not the same so you need to be sure of the demensions needed for your applications. Do to a lot of factors I have raised the price to $10 per set which includes postage. Flywheel Locking Plates


[Linked Image from i1321.photobucket.com]


Thanks, Mike


Mike 41 Chevy
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 45
JoeDv Offline OP
Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Offline
Shade Tree Mechanic
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 45
Thanks for the reply. At this time, the a search on ebay of the item number comes up empty. The Mr. Gasket ... 912A search turns up flywheel bolts with lock washers. Close, but I'd have more faith in the bent tabs than the lock washer. I'll probably just follow up with Mike's reply.

Thanks, Joe

Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 45
JoeDv Offline OP
Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Offline
Shade Tree Mechanic
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 45
Mike, I'll measure mine, and send you a PM. Thanks, Joe

JoeDv #385281 03/07/17 10:18 PM
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 1,072
ChatMaster - 1,000
Offline
ChatMaster - 1,000
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 1,072
again looked up flywheel straps i made a mistake mine were made up by mr gasket the ones on ebay are made by another company look up chevy flywheel bolt straps or item number 331591756480 these are made by some company called rocket sorry for mistake just wanted to make sure for myself

Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 45
JoeDv Offline OP
Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Offline
Shade Tree Mechanic
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 45
OK great - I found them. Thanks!

JoeDv #385360 03/09/17 11:36 AM
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 6,689
Likes: 21
ChatMaster - 6,000
Offline
ChatMaster - 6,000
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 6,689
Likes: 21
i wonder why Chevrolet didn't us lock washers.

Any ideas on this? How about Bottom of radiator plates/frame and u-joint, as well.

Was it because the plates were better able to secure the bolts than lock washers?

Hmmm.

Charlie computer

BTW; i think Mike's price is really fair and, if you know of his miticulous work, that they are as good or better than the original. He even includes the postage.

Last edited by 41specialdeluxe; 03/09/17 11:39 AM.
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 6,149
Likes: 41
ChatMaster - 6,000
Offline
ChatMaster - 6,000
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 6,149
Likes: 41
Acctually Charlie you correctly answered your own question, most types of "lock washers" are a good method of securing a fastener but the bend over tab is by far superior to washers and "lock nuts". Split pins are in much the same catergory ans the bend over tab (plate or washer).
Tony


1938 1/2 ton Hope to drive it before I retire

Link Copied to Clipboard
Support The VCCA!

Enjoy the forum? Become a VCCA member! The World's Best Chevrolet and GMC Club!


Member Photos
1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
by DreamChevy, February 17
My 1933 Chevy 2 Dr. Sedan
My 1933 Chevy 2 Dr. Sedan
by 1939Chevy1, November 24
Back on the road 79 years later
2 1927 Chevrolet Trucks
2 1927 Chevrolet Trucks
by 1927TRUCKS, June 7
Who's Online Now
2 members (gachap, chevy b), 97 guests, and 19 robots.
Key: Admin, Global Mod, Mod
Newest Members
NeilA, Jayhicks, Tomvanhouten, Dads29Chevy, Tractorman
18,308 Registered Users
Today's Birthdays
SabrinaKarras, Speedy1
Forum Statistics
Forums58
Topics59,072
Posts429,077
Members18,308
Most Online1,133
Jan 22nd, 2020
 

Notice: Any comments posted herein do not necessarily reflect the official position of the VCCA.

Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.5