08-05-2020, 09:24 AM
AS I think I have said before in other threads: Provided that the front suspension and steering gear is in good condition and free from any excess play or movement, Austin Sevens behave themselves very well on the road for a beam axled car.
There are caveats to this, though:-
1. The more perpendicular models are badly affected by crosswinds
2. Tyre pressures are fairly critical. 24 to 26 lbs/sq.in. seem to be about right, depending on what tyres you have fitted. too high a pressure and the car is all over the road like a frightened bunny.
3. The steering is very direct, so you do not want a lot of free play at the steering wheel. Mine is adjusted to give about an inch free play at the steering wheel rim, which seems about right.
There are caveats to this, though:-
1. The more perpendicular models are badly affected by crosswinds
2. Tyre pressures are fairly critical. 24 to 26 lbs/sq.in. seem to be about right, depending on what tyres you have fitted. too high a pressure and the car is all over the road like a frightened bunny.
3. The steering is very direct, so you do not want a lot of free play at the steering wheel. Mine is adjusted to give about an inch free play at the steering wheel rim, which seems about right.