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by Chris59
Mon Dec 10, 2018 10:08 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Choosing the right parts supplier
Replies: 6
Views: 21679

Re: Choosing the right parts supplier

Thanks I_jonez !
by Chris59
Fri Dec 07, 2018 7:41 pm
Forum: Mk 2
Topic: MG Metro wheel
Replies: 13
Views: 18080

Re: MG Metro wheel

Well, Stuart, your picture is the best reply I could hope, many thanks !

So, let's go for it, Metro 4 pots brakes with Stainless steel pistons, vented discs and NOS pads.
by Chris59
Fri Dec 07, 2018 3:21 pm
Forum: Mk 2
Topic: MG Metro wheel
Replies: 13
Views: 18080

Re: MG Metro wheel

Mmmmmmmh, you've got a point, it means that I may create a new problem if I use Metro 4 pots calipers instead of the standard Mini calipers, interesting….

Okay, I don't want to built a race car, this Mk2 will be mainly used for regularity rallies, so, do you think I should really go for 4 pots, or ...
by Chris59
Fri Dec 07, 2018 3:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Choosing the right parts supplier
Replies: 6
Views: 21679

Re: Choosing the right parts supplier

Okay, thanks guys, I'll follow your advice, and go for Minispares, but will pay for the best quality available.

Cheers !
by Chris59
Thu Dec 06, 2018 8:58 pm
Forum: Mk 2
Topic: MG Metro wheel
Replies: 13
Views: 18080

Re: MG Metro wheel

Thanks Johno, it will be usefull.
by Chris59
Thu Dec 06, 2018 12:02 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Choosing the right parts supplier
Replies: 6
Views: 21679

Choosing the right parts supplier

Hello guys,

I know it's not exactly easy to reply to this question, but please share your exeperiences : I need wheel bearings, brake pipes and braided hoses, stainless steel pistons and a set of seals to rebuilt my Metro calipers, a set of vented disc, a tandem brake master cylinder, master and ...
by Chris59
Tue Dec 04, 2018 6:27 pm
Forum: Mk 2
Topic: MG Metro wheel
Replies: 13
Views: 18080

Re: MG Metro wheel

Thanks Guys, I'll check the C-dimension on my MG Metro wheels, but, as you said, I'm pretty sure they won't fit now.

Apparently, the best thing to do is to wait : once everything will be put back together on my Mk2, I'll take measurements and try to find the right wheels.

@ Benofbrum, thanks for ...
by Chris59
Tue Dec 04, 2018 8:28 am
Forum: The Doorbell - Introduce yourself
Topic: A newby from France
Replies: 13
Views: 74391

Re: A newby from France

:D
by Chris59
Tue Dec 04, 2018 8:27 am
Forum: Mk 2
Topic: 4 pots Metro calipers
Replies: 11
Views: 16897

Re: 4 pots Metro calipers

Cadwell Park, Lucky man !

I had this problem seeral time with my cars : on the Le Mans cicuit during Le Mans Classic with 3 of my Triumphs (especially with my TR7, these car are fitted with the same pads as Minis !), and, more often, when driving a bit to fast in the French Alps when on holidays.

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