Installed the banks twin link

[Runningwild]

Finally installed the banks twin link suspension.  Only problem I see is the shock has to be removed inorder to adjust the twin link arm. Bolt can't go forward- axel.  If anyone sees something set up wrong I'd really appreciate any advice. Thanks

[RoddyMac]

I would think that once the upper links length is set it shouldn't require any further adjustment.  The lower link should provide more than enough range of adjustment.  The way I look at the twin link set up is the upper link is basically just taking place of the driveshaft, meaning it should be a fixed length and not require any adjustment.

Rod

[Runningwild]

Thanks. Makes sence. Once the engine and trans are mounted I'll be able to attach the axels. Then I'll be able to set those links. 

[invjbo]

As you stated the downside is that you have to remove the shock, atleast the lower side and pry it to one side. But it requires that you lift the car. An improvment to the design would bei if the arm was a "turnbuckle" so you would release the locking nuts in both ends and rotate the shaft to adjust the length and therefore the Wheel alignment. This could then be done under load.

[cwtech]

I can't tell from your pics, but is it possible to flip the black link to move the adjustment inboard?

I can't tell what the inboard bracket width is.

[Certified Lotus]

Is that also a Banks rear disc kit?

[Runningwild]

Yes that's also the Banks rear disc brake.  I could flip the inside attachment of the link but not sure how difficult it wil be with the trans mounted. Once the drive train is in I'll add a bunch of weight to the chassis and get a 4 wheel alinment. That should get me close to the final settings

[EuropatcSPECIAL]

Runningwild, was the rear disc conversion a straight forward fit?  all the best Stuart

[Runningwild]

Stuart.    It wasn't that bad as I was redoing the entire rear suspension. The rotors had to be re-surfaced as they weren't true.  Pads are a pain to install.  nice set up

[EuropatcSPECIAL]

what are the calipers off?

[Runningwild]

I don't know what car the calipers or the rotors  are from.  I'm hoping to find out.  I'll ask Richard next time.  I have green stuff front pads and I want to match the rears.  Any one else know?

[EuropaTC]

Ford Sierra ?

http://www.mksportscars.com/parts-c3/brakes-c4/brake-kits-c60/new-sierra-rear-calipers-p5

I seem to recall a comment a while ago about re-drilling Ford discs and hence it wouldn't surprise me to find the matching calipers.

Brian

[BDA]

It is a Ford. I have the part number for the rebuild kit if that would help. I got a very early kit, but I don't think he's changed it (it's a floating caliper, right?).

[Runningwild]

Yes they are the floating calipers. Look exactly like the picture in the link. BDA. What's the rebuild kit  #.  Would be good to have.  Should be easy to match pads now.

[BDA]

I took this off the rebuild kit box:


1 Stuk/Piece
6 141 146
85 GB 2M 004 AB
R.S. - Hydr. Mit Kolben
Hydr. Kit w piston


Something in there should identify it!