What does 'to end of FA' mean?

[paulmmc]

Hi,

This may be a silly question but after trying to order some brake pads for my classic from Paddocks I got confused trying to find out what they meant by item descriptions such as "Brake disc - front - non vented to end of FA".

I guessed the 'FA' bit reffered to the VIN number but i have two classics (one 1983 and one 1987) and both of their VIN numbers start 'SA', but i know they use different pads as OE. What bit should I be checking to make sure that my classic needs parts 'to end of FA' as opposed to 'GA onwards'.

Thanks,
Paul

[trecfive]

Your VIN number will be something like SALLHAMF7GA123456. It is referring to the GA which is the year identifier before the serial number. At a guess your 87 will be SALLHAML7FA******. Hope this helps.

[paulmmc]

Thanks a lot, i think that means i ordered the right bits  :D i'll check when i get home