Thank you for your interest in the remanufactured 4.3 axle.
I'm in central
"Dave, after having driven 250 miles now with the 4.3, I am very
happy with it, and agree with you that it is one of the best things
I could have done to improve the car. Thanks for a great job!
“
Rich in
“PS I am a so-called gear expert and specialize in gear technology
and manufacturing/trouble shooting so when I say this is a good gear
set , assembled correctly as far as it is possible to tell on only
20 miles of test, I mean it."
"I
am quite impressed with the axle and the whole exchange process.
Super Nice!" (John in CA)
Description:
New Bearings and
races are used along with a number parts and seals. I drill and tap
the vent hole to accept the MGA vent fitting. That is a great
improvement over an open hole that allows dirt and moisture inside
and plugs up easily. Once the final assembly is complete the axle
gets a good chemical cleaning, two coats of Rustoleum red primer,
and then two coats of Rustoleum semi-gloss black topcoat.
Half shafts are not
included. I have the exclusive marketing rights to the new improved
design that have been sold by Jerry Austin over the past ten years.
There has been no reported breakage of these compared to the known
weakness of the stock axles. I've sold a number of sets to the
vintage racers running much higher horsepower than stock engines and
they tell me that none have broken. They sell for $300 a pair less
10% to my conversion customers and they will fit in the shipping
crate. Although I recommend the new style for peace of mind when
away from home and avoiding damage to your new rear end you could
use your existing half shafts if you’re on a budget.
The installation
can be done in a day by anyone with a little mechanical ability and
if one does not get involved in other items and things go smoothly.
I include instructions.
“Remanufactured: A properly rebuilt automotive part. The item has
been completely disassembled, cleaned, and examined for wear and
breakage. Worn out, missing or non-functioning components have been
replaced with new or rebuilt components. It is the functional
equivalent of a new part and is virtually indistinguishable from a
new part.”
The axle will ship
in a wooden crate UPS ground. This is an exchange sale with a core
deposit of $250 and crate deposit of $60. Upon return of your old
axle to me I will pay the $310 deposit back to you less freight once
I inspect the core. Your core must be reusable but very few are not.
I would like the core returned within 60 days unless other
arrangements have been made at time of purchase. I need the cores to
keep the production running so if you are not ready the best thing
would be for you to reserve an order for delivery at a later date.
If you intend to keep your core please talk to me before your
purchase.
Your net price
for the 4.3 conversion
after the core
return is $1400 plus freight both ways. If you already have the MGA
gears then you can return that pumpkin with your core axle and I’ll
credit you for the going rate that I’m paying. Give me a call to
discuss this option. I put the UPS freight on my business account
and only charge the actual cost. It's much cheaper that way. Freight
examples one way including insurance is approximately $105 to
Wisconsin, Florida, $90 to Los Angeles, $120 to Maine, so the
shipping is pretty reasonable. The return shipping is less due to
lower insured value. I would be happy to provide an exact quote for
you if you send me your full ship to address.
Thanks for the interest. Feel free to call. (MST) [Please note: these prices are as of 4/10/2017 and are subject to change. BK] Here is the information related to the 4.3 rear axle conversion
offered by Dave Clark. This has been provided by Dave Clark
and Ttalk has no financial interest whatsoever. BK
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Remanufactured 4.3 Axle
”I
bought a rebuilt axle from the seller for my MG TF in the spring of
2010.
Every aspect of the transaction went smoothly and professionally.
The work
done was thorough and neat. The end result was fabulous, making my
car much
more fun to drive. Overall, the car was quieter and smoother,
besides the
obvious benefit of being able to cruise 55 mph at about 3000 rpm,
rather
than 4000+rpm. Even the cost of shipping was less than I expected.
The seller uses well
constructed wooden boxes, easy to use. Highly recommended!!!”
Tom in
Geoff in
If there is one thing to make a huge difference in drivability and
enjoyment of your MG "T" it is the 4.3 axle conversion. Just think,
a usable first gear AND higher highway speeds. This conversion uses
the original TD-TF axle housing so it is externally the same.
Internally an MGA ring and pinion set is installed which gives you
about 3.2 mph increase for every 1000 rpm over the most common 5.125
gearing. It is a very popular conversion. Here is your opportunity
to make your MGTD or MGTF a great driver with a professionally
re-manufactured axle at a very reasonable price.
and that has all the custom modifications at a reasonable price.
surface grinder that allows me to build the axle with a shim in only
one place and that is a thick one so it will last. The pinion flange
and the new 4.3 gear from the MGA are checked for run out and size
prior to assembly. The pinion flange for the MGA has a "dust cover"
to minimize dirt and moisture around the pinion shaft seal. I do
some lathe work on the pinion flange to allow the dust cover to be
fitted with clearance from the MGT gear case casting to incorporate
the dust cover improvement on the conversion.
I provide a complete package with all the necessary new parts to
install the axle including the rubber spring mounts, MGA breather
fitting, and MGA u-bolt buffer plates. I also supply on an exchange
basis refurbished axle collars and painted axle retainers with new
seals installed so that the installation goes easier and quicker for
you or your mechanic. Your old collars and retainers must be
returned
as exchange items.
Dave Clark
360-317-4775
daveclark4.3conversion@gmail.comDave Clark 4.3