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by 66Paul
Fri Oct 25, 2019 10:04 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Topic: Rear brake conversion
Replies: 7
Views: 2999

Re: Rear brake conversion

Thanks for the responses. I purchased new SS pistons from XKs Unlimited, however these do not have the spring retraction mechanism in the back like the originals, only a recess where they go. I have been unable to remove the retractors from the old pistons to reuse in the new pistons. How are they r...
by 66Paul
Wed Oct 23, 2019 3:13 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Topic: Rear brake conversion
Replies: 7
Views: 2999

Re: Rear brake conversion

Yes, I have the original calipers, but having trouble finding new pistons as mine are badly pitted. Understand these calipers were used only Mark X and S-Type, and use the rare pistons with retracting pins. Was hoping to find a more modern setup that would provide better stopping and be more service...
by 66Paul
Tue Oct 22, 2019 5:05 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Topic: Rear brake conversion
Replies: 7
Views: 2999

Rear brake conversion

I am having trouble finding replacement parts for my rear brakes and am wondering if anyone has successfully converted to later model brake calipers, such as from an XJ-6? Were any modifications required, or did they bolt in?
by 66Paul
Tue Oct 22, 2019 5:01 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Topic: Anyone seen a 3.8s brakes converted to dual master cylinder?
Replies: 1
Views: 792

Re: Anyone seen a 3.8s brakes converted to dual master cylinder?

I cannot help with your question as I still have the original master on my car, but am very curious about your rear brake conversion to later model brakes. What later year/model brakes did you use, and were any modifications necessary to fit the later calipers? Has the conversion been an improvement...