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Re: RHD to LHD conversion

To: Ketil Oftedahl <ketil.oftedahl@datapoint.no>, spitfires@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: RHD to LHD conversion
From: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
Date: Wed, 22 Mar 2000 08:11:29 -0700
Please note:  I really do know how the word Pedal is
spelled.  THe spell checker apparently doesn't!

Joe (Fluifman) Curry

Joe Curry wrote:
> 
> The steering rack would need to be changed, but I believe
> that a Much more drastic part of the conversion would have
> to be the replacement of the firewall shelf so the battery
> and master cylinders change sides.  While it isn't the most
> expensive part, it will require the most work to change out.
> 
> Along with that, you will have to change the accelerator
> petal linkage to one that is on the left.  However, you may
> want to consider going with a later cable linked accelerator
> petal.  These are much more precise and don't have the
> problem with the bushings wearing out.
> 
> Also, you must change the headlamps so they dip to the
> right.
> 
> Regards,
> Joe Curry
> 
> P.S. If you haven't registered the car in the Spitfire
> database, please do!
> http://home1.gte.net/spitlist/index.html
> 
> Ketil Oftedahl wrote:
> >
> > Hello,
> >
> > I am considering to import a Spitfire Mk3 from the UK (to Norway).
> >
> > One thing I would like to do - as part of the restoration process - will
> > be to convert it to LHD.
> >
> > Does anybody on the list have any experience with RHD-to-LHD conversions
> > (or vice versa) ?
> > I have been told that the only 'major' part that needs to be changed is
> > the steering rack - is that right ?
> > What about the pedal assemblies, relocation of other components
> > (battery?), etc. ?
> >
> > Best regards,
> >
> > Ketil

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