Category: Technical Posts
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Brake Upgrades for an Austin Healey 100 – BN1
We have had our BN1 back on the road since July 2008 having completely restored it over a 2 year period. This included modification within the manufacturers’ parts bins where we saw fit to suit our purpose. The engine was rebuilt by Denis Welch with ‘an adequate power increase’ which in turn was seen as…
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Synchronisation of Twin SU HS-type Carburettors
General Before proceeding to synchronise your carburettors and for best results, some preparation is in order. Your carburettors should be in peak condition with no play in the throttle shaft bushings. If these bushings are worn, synchronisation is difficult or impossible to achieve since there will be a vacuum leak past the bushings. Additionally, the…
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Make your own high intensity rear flasher lamps
Use the standard reflectors for the body and rim. For the amber lens I used 16099 Amber lens from http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinestore/lighting/round.php I turned them down on the lathe to fit the rim. The light units are ordinary 12v MR11 domestic halogen down lighters (they are 20 watt so flash rate is about right) which you can…
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