[BMC Family Question] disc brakes on A40 Farina

[TravellerTodd]

Hi folks, just wondering if anyone here knows whether Marina discs can be transplanted into a mk2 A40 Farina?

I’ve done this upgrade on our Traveller and would love to get discs up front on the Farina - as she’s getting a warmed up Marina 1275 engine later this year. I have seen that the midget disc assembly bolts in with little drama - but Midget parts are very rare in NZ.

Any assistance would be welcome

Cheers Todd

[philthehill]

I also have Marina disc brakes on the front of my Minor and a good set up it is too.
As regards fitting the Marina disc set up to a Austin A40 - the Marina mounting arrangements are completely different to the A40.
I would suggest that the MG Midget/Sprite set up is the easiest to fit and maintain. Near enough a bolt on conversion with no faffing around and having to make and modify parts.
If MG Midget/Sprite parts are in short supply in NZ you can always purchase in the UK and ship to NZ.
For example - I have a BMW motorcycle twin cam head and fuel injection set up awaiting shipping to Queensland, Australia which is going to be fitted to a classic Mini.
Here is a Midget/Sprite disc brake set up suitable for fitting to a A40 :-
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/233557925477 ... Sw4HFelDU1
If you have a contact in the UK who can hold the disk brake assys whilst you organise the shipping would be of great help. That is what is happening with the BMW items. I am just holding them whilst the shipping is being organised.
The MG Centre Wrexham (see link above) may be able to arrange shipping for you.

[TravellerTodd]

Geez, thanks for the detailed reply Phil - that is amazing. I will have a look into the logistics of the shipping, probably my best option. Thanks for clarifying that there is little compatibility with the marina. Much appreciated. Cheers Todd