Jim, I had a '97 trailer for my 896 and was going to replace the pads this past summer and never could find the right replacement pad. I went to a trialer supply store in my town and they had the exact complete assembly; plate, pads, springs, piston, etc., already assembled, for only a few $$$ more than the pads would have cost, just had to disconnect the line and 2 bolts that bolted the plate on. Was super easy and it usually don't work out that way for me. I don't know if a '96 is the same as a '97 but it might be something to check out. KENNY