Discussion
I have the A127 on my Europa (Ford/Lotus TC engine) and a Lucas 17ACR (34-35 amp ?) on the Elan.
It's so long ago I can't recall if I made up a new lower bracket for the Elan or not, but even so it's no big deal. You can buy the correct plug connector housings on Ebay for both alternators but you might need new terminals on your existing loom. Is your 7 positive or negative earth ? I'd assume negative given the age but my Elan was Positive and so needed that sorting out before an alternator went on.
The A127 is a really neat little unit and in practice I've never seen above 20 amps charging on the meter. If you keep your battery in a good state of charge and don't suddenly add a load more electrics to the car (on a 7, how ????
) I can't see a problem with your wiring.
It's so long ago I can't recall if I made up a new lower bracket for the Elan or not, but even so it's no big deal. You can buy the correct plug connector housings on Ebay for both alternators but you might need new terminals on your existing loom. Is your 7 positive or negative earth ? I'd assume negative given the age but my Elan was Positive and so needed that sorting out before an alternator went on.
The A127 is a really neat little unit and in practice I've never seen above 20 amps charging on the meter. If you keep your battery in a good state of charge and don't suddenly add a load more electrics to the car (on a 7, how ????
) I can't see a problem with your wiring. What tyres are you lot using on your S4's ??
I've used Yoko AO21's 185/70x13" for years, but these are no longer available 'for road use'.
I've seen several S4's fitted with 15/16" wheels, and very low profile tyres, but these look 'Krap' when fitted to an S4 IMO.
Only sizes I'd consider are standard factory fitment 165x13" or the 185/70x13" mentioned above, these have similar rolling radius - any other lower profile 13" sizes lower the car too much, and the wheel/tyre combo look too small under rear arches again IMO.
I've used Yoko AO21's 185/70x13" for years, but these are no longer available 'for road use'.
I've seen several S4's fitted with 15/16" wheels, and very low profile tyres, but these look 'Krap' when fitted to an S4 IMO.
Only sizes I'd consider are standard factory fitment 165x13" or the 185/70x13" mentioned above, these have similar rolling radius - any other lower profile 13" sizes lower the car too much, and the wheel/tyre combo look too small under rear arches again IMO.
Rear Brakes now sorted - 1.5 kg a side lighter than the drums
Here's what you need for anyone interested:-
1. A Pair Sierra Cosworth Calipers
2. Pair Fiesta Mk 2 front discs
4. Caliper mount brackets - buy off ebay or cut existing Drum backplates to suit.
3. Chamge your M Cyl to next size larger - mine went from 5/8 - 3/4" Bore
5. Sierra handbrake cable.
6. New brake pipes to suit calipers [M10x1mm thread]
Plenty of time to fit, Bracket will require fettling, especially if like me you want to use the original 13" 'Lotus Steel' wheels.
SORTED
Here's what you need for anyone interested:-
1. A Pair Sierra Cosworth Calipers
2. Pair Fiesta Mk 2 front discs
4. Caliper mount brackets - buy off ebay or cut existing Drum backplates to suit.
3. Chamge your M Cyl to next size larger - mine went from 5/8 - 3/4" Bore
5. Sierra handbrake cable.
6. New brake pipes to suit calipers [M10x1mm thread]
Plenty of time to fit, Bracket will require fettling, especially if like me you want to use the original 13" 'Lotus Steel' wheels.
SORTED
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