| Body Isolator Pads [message #160811] |
Sat, 18 February 2012 18:15  |
bryant374
Messages: 563
Registered: May 2004
Location: Pleasant Valley, NY 12569
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I have a late 1976 PB with the original pads measuring ~1/4" thick (actually .230"). Last Fall I purchased a set of body isolation pads from Bert & Faye and planned to install them this Spring when it warms up. The new pads measure OVER 3/4" (actually .785"). The feedback I see here on the GMC net appears to be a mix of some OK, some not good, but the thickest pad mentioned was 5/8". I am seriously concerned over the 1/2" greater thickness than original and how that difference will affect the Ragusa step, front & rear body supports and jacking over 3/4" without damage.
As an aside, I don't know when the change from long/thick to thin/small pads was implemented, but my guess would have to go with the major redesign of body structure & 3/4" plywood floor for the 1975 model year. No facts, just my guess.
Feedback appreciated.
Bill Bryant
PO 1976~PB (owned 34 years)
1914 Ford (owned 70 years)
1965 Corvette (owned 39 years)
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