Jeff- I just bought a 1961 3A and am doing the same. Question I have is -
since I am not restoring for concourse but for FUN, what are the best
compatible components to use. For example, can I use the later tr4 or 6 brake
and clutch masters, later brake components, etc for those of mine that need to
be replaced rather than rebuilt (unfortunately, my car sat under a carport for
more years that I care to mention) I would appreciate expert comments from the
list. Thanks
Perry Hammock
1961 TR3A in process
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From: Zink[SMTP:zink@pdq.net]
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 1997 8:40 AM
To: Jeff Raymond
Cc: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: Brakes for a TR3A
Jeff Raymond wrote:
>
> I 've just purchased a 1958 TR3A and I'm going through the brake
> system and
> have a question before I go ordering parts.
>
> Are there 'modern' equivalents of the brake pads, both the front discs
> and
> the rear drums, or are the mail order companies my only source on
> these items?
> Praise Bob and cut me some slack...
Okay Jeff,
The answer to your question is yes and maybe no. Alot depends on where
you live. If you live in a large metro area you may be in luck with
having an import auto supply house that realizes there are more imports
other than Japanese, German amd Swedish made autos. An If you get a
knowledgable counterman,(one that knows more than just Jags were made in
Britain). He will either have or know of a supplier that can help. But,
if you want to avoid the hassle from the start, you will need to contact
TRF, Moss, Vicky Brit or Rimmer Brothers(U.K.). You will probably have a
larger selection from the Mail order guys than with a local supplier,ie
organic,semi-metalic or metalic shoes and pads. Chances will be pretty
good that your parts guys may be getting their parts from one of these
guys anyway.
Let me add, if you are doing a rebuild of your brake system, order
everything at one time that you may need,ie m/c rebuild kits,w/c kits,
hold down kits,shoes and pads, as well as any flexable brake lines that
may have deteriorated with age. This way you save all the extra running
around and waiting time that can be spent working on your car. This will
generally help in the frustration factor. Because there is nothing more
frustrating than having something torn down to find out you can't finish
the job because you are missing a 25 cent retainer or a 50 cent spring.
As always this is JMO.
Larry Zink
1964 Spitfire4
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