On Mon, 1 Mar 1999, padraic mullin wrote:
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> i have 2 essentially "new" brits 64b & 64tr4)
> the b rides much better (e.g., handles bumps and potholes like a new,
> small car)
> any ideas why?
> more importantly, what can i do to my tr4 to make ride more like my b
> pfm
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First:
Take out that nasty old Standard Vanguard engine and running gear...
It's much too heavy and torquey. Replace it with a smaller motor,
say from an MGB.
The body will need a lot more rigidity. Weld strengthening panels at
various locations around the undertub.
(In essence, here we'll be creating a semi-unibody construction)
Get rid of that nasty old TR4 frame and suspension, create and
install subframe assemblies (like those of an MGB).
Just for starters...
- or -
Enjoy your TR4 and your MGB like the two distinctly different
sports cars they are and with distinctly different heritages that
they have...
Greg Petrolati
gpetrola@prairienet.org 1962 TR4 (CT4852L)
"That's not a leak... My car is just marking its territory!"
Greg Petrolati, Champaign, Illinois
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