Is it possible to reverse in a rush?

[Bill Sheehan]

I think Roger is right about the cause. I suggested damper modification as an attempt to control the movement.

Of course, if you really wish to make your Seven go faster in reverse, do what many have done unintentionally in the past - fit the crown wheel the wrong side of the pinion!  (I remember a friend getting trapped against the rear wall of his garage when his son tried starting the car).   Makes the Seven rather slow going forwards of course.   Cheers,  Bill in Oz