Hi All,
I need to replace the OS rear brake back plate on my 1996 Omega estate and would be grateful for some info.
Firstly, does anyone know where I can get hold of a plate? The only one I've been able to find is this pattern part on eBay - right rear brake backing plate *NEW* for Vauxhall Omega anchor plate back cover | eBay, eBay item number:114637224698, from a seller in Germany, but I was wondering if these can be sourced in the UK? Has anyone used this German supplier?
Secondly, could anyone confirm that only one brake plate design was used for all Omega B models? The eBay ad implies that this plate fits all models but I seem to remember reading somewhere that there were two designs or maybe two different handbrake shoe arrangements that could be used depending on whether the car is an early or late model? My handbrake shoes are held in place with springs and twist pins so the plate pictured looks correct.
Lastly, what's the best way to fit these plates? I've heard that some people have cut the plates in half then welded them back together in situ to avoid the grief of having to remove the wheel hub, etc, but is this a good option or a botch? The corrosion hole on my plate is too bad to cover with something small like a washer but I've made up a temporary bit of plate to cover the area that is working for now.
Many thanks for any replies,
Graham