KTRIUMPH@aol.com wrote:
>
> In a message dated 98-10-28 08:33:57 EST, you write:
>
> << Trying to sort out some of the options for front brake rotors on the 3A. I
> have been told that two different size rotors were fillted to the 3A. Both
> are interchangeable and compatible with the 2nd generation Girling caliper
> (16P?). Are there any other options for 3A rotors? Can the rotors from
> the later 4s' or early TR6 be used on the 3? Wondering about this as there
> is a considerable price difference among these rotors.
> >>
> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
> Could be wrong here but I believe the diameter of the early rotors is about
> 1/2" larger. So the TR4 rotors can fit with the earlier calipers but not vice
> versa. Of course all the mounting plates are the same so an early rotor and
> caliper would work on a later car, if installed together.
> I'm going from memory so if wrong I'm sure somebody will let me know....
>
> Ken Nuelle
> 58 TR3A
> 62 TR3B
> 64 TR4
Speaking of which, anybody know the minimum required thickness of said
rotors after turning? Thanks.
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Michael Ferguson
Vernon CT
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