{"product_id":"timpte-low-torque-hopper-door-gear-rack-back-plate-47-5-cut-to-fit","title":"Timpte Low Torque Hopper Door Gear Rack Back Plate 47-1\/2\" Customizable Bolt-On Replacement | Made in USA","description":"\u003cp\u003eReplace or rebuild your Timpte low torque hopper door gear rack assembly with this heavy-duty, customizable back plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis back plate measures \u003cstrong\u003e47-1\/2 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e and is designed to be shortened as needed to fit a wide range of hopper door gear rack lengths. This makes it a versatile replacement option for repair shops, trailer owners, and fleet maintenance applications where the original back plate length may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strip comes with the \u003cstrong\u003ebolt holes already cut\u003c\/strong\u003e and includes \u003cstrong\u003epre-cut spot-weld holes\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping reduce fabrication time and making installation more straightforward. Simply measure your existing assembly, trim the plate to the required length, align it with the gear rack, and complete the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty aftermarket replacement back plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for Timpte low torque hopper door gear rack assemblies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e47-1\/2 inches long x 3\" Wide, 1\/4\" Thick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be shortened to fit many different gear rack lengths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-cut bolt holes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-cut spot-weld holes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelps reduce measuring, drilling, and fabrication time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuality steel construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for trailer repair, rebuild, and maintenance applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustomizable Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis back plate is intentionally supplied at a longer length so it can be cut down for your specific application. It is a practical option for replacing worn, bent, rusted, or damaged gear rack backing plates without having to fabricate a new strip from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause applications may vary, the installer should compare the new plate to the original assembly and trim it to the proper length before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncludes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) Timpte low torque hopper door gear rack back plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCutting, fitting, welding, and mechanical installation may be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure your existing back plate and gear rack before cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional installation is recommended if you are unfamiliar with trailer hopper door repair or welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review the dimensions and compare them with your original components before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNorthwest Iowa Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily-run and built on doing things right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts that work hard. Finding them shouldn’t be.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northwest Iowa Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48883092652215,"sku":null,"price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/8364\/5367\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Jul_15_2026_06_17_18_PM.png?v=1784157484","url":"https:\/\/nwiaparts.com\/products\/timpte-low-torque-hopper-door-gear-rack-back-plate-47-5-cut-to-fit","provider":"Northwest Iowa Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}