Invader Mk3 - Ballast Resistor & Handbrake Cable

[MrRoJangles]

Hello All,

Sorry if these questions were asked before. I got a new ballast resistor from Brian, but cannot see where in the car this is? can anyone help?
Also, I need a new handbrake cable does anyone know if this is specially made for the MK3 or can I buy one from a auto spare shop? If so what was the donor car?

Thank you in advance

[Gavin McArdle]

Hi Mr RJ, the ballast resistor may have been moved or removed by a previous owner. There should be 2 wires attached to the + side of the coil one of these ( white?) should lead to the ballast resistor.
If it has been removed completely then I would think the coil has also been replaced, a ballast resistor needs to run with a 9v coil.
The car would also originally have been fitted with a 4 terminal starter solenoid the threaded terminal also leads to the ballast resistor.
If you need a wiring sketch let me know (address in front of Rarebit) and I'll draw you one.

The handbrake cable is a specific length for a Gilbern, all model h/brake cables are available from BG
Gavin

[MrRoJangles]

Thank you Gavin for your response. I will look again for the resistor and wait BG to return to get my hands on the cable.

[Admin]

On the Mk3, the ballast resistor should be on top of the chassis rail, nearside in front of the brake servo.
I replaced my my handbrake cable with a Contina Mk3 (the donor of the axle) - looked identical to me.

[Fareham GT]

Hi,

BG is back, so handbrake cables are back on the market! Buy now while stocks last.

Brian - Spares

[MrRoJangles]

Thank you Admin and Fareham GT, BG shipped the cable yesterday, still no joy with locating resistor.

[GGenie69]

A previous owner may have replaced the coil with a 12v unit. No ballast resistor needed.

Richard