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1997 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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2000CHEVYMAN
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what is the name of the part that is attached to the backing plate of drum brakes where the axle screw attaches for a 1997 VW Golf?
Jan 3, 2011 at 7:26 AM
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BUDDYCRAIGG
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I would call them bolts.

give me your VIN and I will look at the exploded view and tell you what the parts manual calls them.
Jan 3, 2011 at 9:24 AM
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It's not just screws. This is for the rear of the vehicle where it attaches to the frame. The vin # is 3VWFA81WM078425.
Jan 3, 2011 at 3:33 PM
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BUDDYCRAIGG
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OK, i got your VIN. thanks

but now I do not know what part you are looking for.
the backing plate for drum brakes are attached to the axle. not the frame.

please try to explain it in a different way.
Jan 4, 2011 at 6:18 AM