25-10-2017, 11:46 PM
(25-10-2017, 10:56 PM)Ian Williams Wrote: I could not agree more Derek, I have always run my Sevens on 6V, completely standard system, unmodified but ensuring everything (especially connections) is in good condition, and in 35 years motoring I can honestly say I have never had a problem. I start to feel like a broken record at times, these cars have survived 90 years as they are, just because you can modify something does not mean that you need to or should. I believe half the perceived problems come from the days when your average Seven was scrap yard transport for many, pressed into service whilst effectively clapped out, poorly maintained held, together with bits of string, wire and tape then expected to do things the makers never intended. But each to their own I guess, I am just dismayed how new owners often are sucked into all the folk law, BS and hype that surrounds Austin sevens, as many of us know they are incredibly robust and versatile little beasts, which is why so many have survived for us to play with today, it is a shame more is not made of that.
Excellent commentary Ian, the whole point of a driving a vintage car is that it is a vintage car - if you want to modernize it then why not just buy a modern car.
Cheers, Tony.