Hello, its a long time since I posted anything, but I have been busy !
Disc brakes - that should be easy, right ....... !?! Ha ha, totally not easy, I have put so many hours into this, I cant even explain it. My aim with the disc conversion was the following :
I wanted to use matched discs and calipers from the same vehicle preferably a big 4x4
I didnt want any modifications to the discs or calipers, so I can service in the field with standard parts
I wanted standard wheels to fit so if I damage one I can get home
I wanted the brackets to fit to the same place the original Volvo brakes attach
I wanted to replace the outer oil seal that is really hard to get with a standard off the shelf one.
I think I have achieved all of this, the only compromises are :
You have to split the caliper to change the brake disc, or strip the portal hub to tighten the bearings
I have modified wheels to keep the vehicle width down. Standard Toyota 6 stud wheels fit and you could use them to get you home no problems, but I have moved the centres out on my set. Overall width has increased by 23mm so thats not too bad.
All in all very happy, just have to make new pipes and bleed them and then I can test them out. Now for some pics