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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.
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.
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.
That sounds like a good solution, if you wish to keep the car more or less original. You will find that their work is faultless, IMHO.
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.
Halray Engineering in Australia sleeve them in Stainless Steel, which cost about $65 each
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.
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.
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.
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.
I am glad it turned out well. Thanks for bringing us up to date on the resolution of your issue!