Brake pad hardware

Tiny
JACOBI1223
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  • 1991 GEO METRO
  • 1.3L
  • 3 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 374,000 MILES
So I just bought the car listed above. I have replace everything on the front end and it did not have any hardware on the brakes. I cannot seem to figure out how the fit on the pass if anyone can show me a picture that would be amazing.
Wednesday, January 25th, 2017 AT 4:41 PM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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This is about the only picture I could find that even shows the hardware. The thin tins are number three. They go over the steering knuckle where the pads ride. Make sure you clean off all rust/crud, then apply a thin film of silicone grease to the iron and snap the tins on. Do not apply lube to the tins where the pads set.
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Wednesday, January 25th, 2017 AT 10:10 PM
Tiny
JACOBI1223
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I have cleaned the rust off, but they do not seem to "snap" into place.
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Thursday, January 26th, 2017 AT 9:46 AM
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KEN L
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Sometimes the clips will just push into place without a snap. As long as there are flush you are okay,

Great answer Steve W!

Best, Ken
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Monday, January 30th, 2017 AT 2:19 AM

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