As the work on the conversion of AHX12’s rear suspension to coilovers proceeds I have been looking at other rear suspension systems for inspiration. One of the most interesting drawings that I have come across is that of the rear suspension used in the Lotus 33 F1 car of 1963.   This state of… Continue reading Angled Springs
Month: January 2007
BJ8 Choke Woes
One of the problems I had with my MkIII (BJ8) was that the choke control kept coming loose in the dash. BJ8’s came through the shop on a fairly regular basis and at least half of those would arrive with the same problem. This fault did nothing to enhance the driver’s ability to adjust the… Continue reading BJ8 Choke Woes
Antifreeze for Healeys
Dave Porter, long time Healey nut and general all round good guy, suggested that I take some time to enlighten readers as to the finer points of antifreeze which, like most things in our world, has become a much more complex subject that it was just a few years back. He pointed me to an… Continue reading Antifreeze for Healeys
Polyurethane Suspension Bushes
For many years now aftermarket vendors have been extolling the virtues of polyurethane suspension bushes. I have yet to be convinced. Several years back, at the request of a Healey owner we installed a set of these which he supplied. They came from a reputable supplier and were touted to be the best thing since… Continue reading Polyurethane Suspension Bushes