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by richard1
Sun Jul 22, 2012 6:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Scimitar axle
Replies: 11
Views: 33836

scimitat axle

If the car is a genuine alpine v8 I would get some rear hubs made correct 108PCD (4.25"). If it is a car you are converting for your own pleasure it is easier to re- drill the front hubs to match the Scimitar rear axle 114.3PCD (4.50"). The hubs are cast steel and very strong. Hi Ash It's one I'm b...
by richard1
Sun Jul 22, 2012 10:39 am
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Scimitar axle
Replies: 11
Views: 33836

scimitar axle

Hi Richard, The only way to overcome that issue that I can think of would be to either live with the two differing stud patterns or knock out the wheel studs, weld them up and have them re drilled to suit the Alpine/Tiger stud pattern. Good luck with it. Regards, Robin. Thanks Robin, Different whee...
by richard1
Sat Jul 21, 2012 7:48 pm
Forum: Classifieds - Parts
Topic: Scimitar axle
Replies: 11
Views: 33836

Scimitar axle

Hi I'm building a V8 alpine, I'm using a scimitar rear axle. Whats the best way of getting round the fact that the wheel bolt pattern is slightly different??? Do I use the scimitar brakes and re-route the hydraulics and handbrake cables and use wheels with the scimitar pattern? I can't see the alpin...