Replacement pistons for front Mark X calipers
Looking for a source of replacement pistons for the front Dunlop calipers for a 1966 Mark X. Jaguar part number 10550 (vbo.9874).These were unique to the Mark X/420G/DS420. They are 2.25" x 1.21". No one in the world seems to have them. David Manners Group (England) seems to be the source for all distributors and they seem to have a problem supplying them. Pistons taken from a parts car are likely to be as pitted as mine. Any suggestions are very welcomed.
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SNG Barratt have them listed but shown as "Special Order Goods". Maybe worth contacting them to find out. Not cheap at $62
https://www.sngbarratt.com/us/#!/Eng...3-05faf29337ce |
I've spoken with SNG Barratt and they get them from David Manners Ltd who is unable to provide them at this time. Same is true for Norman Motors.
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You might want to try contacting White Post Restorations as I am pretty sure they have run across this issue in the normal course of business:
https://whitepost.com/brake-sleeving...ding-services/ |
Thanks S-Type Owner for the referral. White Post does not have the pistons but will machine them down to remove the pitting and then add a brass sleeve.
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You might consider fitting more modern calipers. Not cheap, but much more "fit and forget" than the old types.
Kit 2: Billet aluminium non-vented front kit | cooper |
Originally Posted by pendliss
(Post 2038156)
Thanks S-Type Owner for the referral. White Post does not have the pistons but will machine them down to remove the pitting and then add a brass sleeve.
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Originally Posted by pendliss
(Post 2038156)
Thanks S-Type Owner for the referral. White Post does not have the pistons but will machine them down to remove the pitting and then add a brass sleeve.
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You may want to try Hyedracyl, they make stainless calipers and piston set. The 2.25 calipers were put on the front of E-types for racing back in the 60's and the standard front calipers were put on the rear. This is the set-up I have on my e-type. They are not cheap but the caliper and pistons should last you a life time.
The website is old so click around and see what there. E-Type parts availability |
Originally Posted by Bob_S
(Post 2072039)
You may want to try Hyedracyl, they make stainless calipers and piston set. The 2.25 calipers were put on the front of E-types for racing back in the 60's and the standard front calipers were put on the rear. This is the set-up I have on my e-type. They are not cheap but the caliper and pistons should last you a life time.
The website is old so click around and see what there. E-Type parts availability |
Originally Posted by pendliss
(Post 2072517)
I sent the calipers to White Post and they actually had a set of new pistons. They were rebuilt and when put back on the car work fine. Thanks for all the suggestions on getting this issue resolved.
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