5 replies to this topic

[AndyR]

Hi all

 

I have a RHD mini that i converted to LHD, i didnt do it properly and just reused the RHD pedal box.  It works fine but the brake it dangerously close to the go pedal.  I was hoping to reshape the dog leg with the help of an acetylene torch and some bending irons.  The question now.

 

Does anybody know if the brake pedal has been hardened in any way? and will torching it anneal it and remove any strength that may have been made into it?

 

Thanks

 

Andy

 

PS. Trying to find a LHD brake pedal / box isnt easy and they are quiet dear! 

[Spider]

You should be able to straighten it as you are thinking OK, just let it cool naturally. They are not 'hardened' or heat treated in any way.

 

However, by straightening it as you are thinking, will also make it longer, so it may foul the floor before you get full travel, best check this aspect before straightening.

[AndyR]

Cheers for the reply

 

I had thought of that as i was going to change the clutch too and that would have become shorter, but bought a LHD one as they are available.  I hadnt thought about it hitting the floor before full travel - will run a quick calculation before i get bending.

 

Thanks

 

Andy

[AndyR]

Right, did some quick sums and went out to the garage to have a look.  By completely straightening it, which will give me the clearance i am after; it will lengthen the pedal by 5-6mm.  Currently the pedal travel stops on the steering rack "u" clamp nut, so after reshaping it will clear this, leaving in fact probably more travel.  But i guess the point is to not need/use full travel........

 

Thanks again for the heads up

 

Andy

[Ethel]

It does matter if you have dual circuit brakes and loose a circuit. You could always reshape the end of the pedal and weld the pad back on, if necessary.

[AndyR]

I had 5mins at lunch today so had a go at staightenibg it out. Went very well, only seems to have extended the pedal length by 3mm. Will check in the car when I get home. I am running the single circuit system so won't have the issues you mention Ethel.

Andy