Hello,
My rebuild of the 3,46 rear axle has stalled somewhat over the Christmas/winter window as a result of the competing demands of work, family, and some comparatively unpleasant weather. I urgently need to get the ball rolling again if I’m to get the car ready for Spring, but the one part I don’t have – and that I really need – is the rear brake proportioning valve. So I’m a bit stuck!
I understand that I can get them brand new, but the cost exceeds my budget by some margin.
I wondered if anyone has a spare that they’re willing to part with, perhaps hanging underneath a donor car, and that I could buy? (For those that don’t know, in addition to changing from the 4,08 to the 3,46 I also need to switch from rear drum brakes to discs. To make the disc set up work, I need the proportioning valve. I understand – although stand to be corrected – that a standard valve was fitted to cars of this era that had discs).
I also know some kind fellow suggested a generic alternative - I just can't find that post. If anyone has used a non-MB part and can explain how to set up such a device.
Thanks.
JH
