Stories Rear disc conversion

by Krzysztow Milik (Belgium) This document is published with permission of the German TR7 IG. The article appeared in 7Times (clubmagazine) 2/97. Click on any picture to enlarge. Beware of the download-time! When I read ads in 'Triumph World' and '7Times' it became clear to me. I wanted the rear disc conversion from S&S Preparations. The price of 699 GBP was within my budget. I send a fax to England. I wanted to collect the rear disc/axle myself and on day zero I went first to Rimmers (to collect a revised engine) and then to S&S. Unfortunately all the bits and pieces were there but I couldn't bring the stuff with me home! The kit wasn't prepared yet. So I agreed to send the stuff to Belgium within the next week. Installing the kit was very simple. Tuning the handbrake was easy and light. The first problem encountered. My original 13' wheels didn't fit. With a bit skeezing they went over the assembly but became stuck with the calipers. I had luck, from another TR7 I took 13' Monza alu-wheels and they fitted nicely. With the first test drive the second problem appeared. The new rear axle wasn't exactly 'new'. Yes it was painted and assembled but not restored. But the braking was definitely positive. This was surely due to the rear discs but also the uprated master cylinder and servo. So after many kilometers/miles in 1996 I must say that I'm a satisfied customer. I'm a bit sad because the rear axle isn't new, just rebuild with the same old pieces. If you decide to undertake the rear disc conversion here are a few tips. Exchange with the same diff. Make sure your wheels/rims will fit. Exchange parts back to S&S, otherwise you have to pay another 75 UK pound. Collect the kit yourself in England. MOT

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