21-05-2018, 08:39 AM
Hello Lawrence and welcome.
I think before going a lot further, you need to share a bit more info on the car - the car widely referred to as an 'Ulster' (Austin never called it that) was only ever built on the earlier short chassis frame. A few people have built Ulster-style bodies onto later long frames - sounds like what you have. Does it have a four-speed gearbox?
Simple answer is jumping out of first is not uncommon and doesn't indicate a major fault, though the box might benefit from a modest overhaul. Rear axle tramp is also fairly normal, if that's what you are describing, perhaps someone cleverer than me can tell you how to sort it but it shouldn't keep you awake at nights.
For tyre pressures I'd suggest to start with 20psi all round.
Yes there are handbooks - The 750 Companion is a must. Doug Woodrow's manual is also useful. Finally Chris Gould's manual on how to build an Ulster Replica may be a useful reference - all fairly easily available through our parts suppliers or on eBay (though the latter can be more expensive).
I think before going a lot further, you need to share a bit more info on the car - the car widely referred to as an 'Ulster' (Austin never called it that) was only ever built on the earlier short chassis frame. A few people have built Ulster-style bodies onto later long frames - sounds like what you have. Does it have a four-speed gearbox?
Simple answer is jumping out of first is not uncommon and doesn't indicate a major fault, though the box might benefit from a modest overhaul. Rear axle tramp is also fairly normal, if that's what you are describing, perhaps someone cleverer than me can tell you how to sort it but it shouldn't keep you awake at nights.
For tyre pressures I'd suggest to start with 20psi all round.
Yes there are handbooks - The 750 Companion is a must. Doug Woodrow's manual is also useful. Finally Chris Gould's manual on how to build an Ulster Replica may be a useful reference - all fairly easily available through our parts suppliers or on eBay (though the latter can be more expensive).