i am converting a series 2 plus 2 from left to right hand drive i

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#1 i am converting a series 2 plus 2 from left to right hand drive i

Post by Rutter » Thu Sep 16, 2021 9:31 pm

i am converting a series 2 plus 2 from Lhd to Rhd when i come to for the top part of the steering column the universal joint inside the car is catching on the bulkhead any ideas thanks

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#2 Re: i am converting a series 2 plus 2 from left to right hand drive i

Post by Richardhealey » Thu Sep 16, 2021 9:48 pm

Did your car have PAS originally? If so, the lower steering column needs changing for one that is 34 1/2 inches long.
Hope this helps.
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Richard
1969 series 2, 2+2... going for a full rebuild.. Gulp...

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#3 Re: i am converting a series 2 plus 2 from left to right hand drive i

Post by abowie » Fri Sep 17, 2021 12:58 am

Yes it is common to have clearance issues there.

You may have to do a little judicious panel beating to fix the problem.
Andrew.
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