My series 1 etype 1966 is finally on the road after a full rebuild but the steering is extremely heavy so it really needs a thorough geometry check. I have a booking at the Surrey Jag Centre but its not until September. I was wondering if there is anyone that can be trusted in West Sussex, East Sussex that knows how to setup etypes correctly.
many thanks
Steering Geometry
#2 Re: Steering Geometry
Tracking is really easy to do yourself....camber needs shims added/removed as required....caster not difficult but needs camber doing.....Steve
Steve
69 S2 2+2 (sold) ..Realm C type replica, 1960 xk150fhc
69 S2 2+2 (sold) ..Realm C type replica, 1960 xk150fhc
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#3 Re: Steering Geometry
Thanks for the response Steve. Perhaps I will have another try. I will look back over articles in the forum.
Many thanks
Chris
Many thanks
Chris
Chris C
1966 4.2 2+2 Gun Metal
1966 4.2 2+2 Gun Metal
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#4 Re: Steering Geometry
When you say the steering is really heavy, can you elaborate? When standing still? At parking lot speeds? At normal road speeds? All of the above? (which would be unusual) What tires and tire pressures are you running? Are the wheels standard or wider?
Steve
'65 S1 4.2 FHC (early)
'65 S1 4.2 FHC (early)
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