MCA Coupe

[1300ot]

Hello.

I've just purchased an MCA coupe that I will be restoring so I'll add a few photos as I progress. I could do with a little advice on the wheels/hubs if possible though. 

It has the later 126 hubs and brakes fitted already, however I would like to fit some early wheels with the wider bolt pattern.  Is it possible to do the 'reverse' of the normal 500/126 hub conversion?

I'm guessing I'd need to replace the hubs/stub axle and complete brake drum units for the early ones?

Or more simply, could an adaptor be made up to fit? 

Thanks in advance

[thepuddlejumper]

I believe you can buy adapter plates. I have seen them used on 500 disc brake conversions. I presume you can purchase the adapters.

https://www.fiat500ricambi.com/beheer/fotos2/RS1069_groot.jpg?v=1472162926

An alternative is to use rear drums if they fit your front

https://www.fiat500ricambi.com/beheer/fotos2/RS1017_groot.jpg?v=1472163253

Ralph

[Rusty's Uncle]

I have got a spare pair of adapter plates if you are going down that route 

[1300ot]

Thanks Ralph.  Rusty's Uncle - I have sent you a pm

[amam]

good luck with it

looks like its been modified over the years, i believe it was built around a early 126 so would of had the older style of brakes since it had those nice wheels

[1300ot]

Thanks for the advice and help - in particular Rusty's Uncle - thanks for the bits!
I've attached some photos of a stripped down MCA.......
Will be going back together soon.

[1300ot]

Chassis is back and powdercoated. 
If ever anyone needs some classic car parts blasted/powdercoated I can highly recommend Maldon Shotblasting and Powdercoating in Essex.....

[amam]

wow that looks amazing, is the body going to be the original turquoise colour?

[1300ot]

Thanks very much to amam for supplying two badges! I have sent some good karma your way.  Yes, I've gone for turquoise.......

[1973/126]

 Wow great work there It is starting to come together.