Odd Mod??

[Peter Clayton]

The geometry of the Seven steering is abyssmal in that rocking the car generates a major steering reaction, one reason the cars tend to dart off course on unduating surfaces. There may be some pivot point which improves things. Ideally, when the car is rocked the steering wheel (with no play) should not turn.

Worth looking at some of the work the late John Miles did on Austin Seven steering geometry — notably to reduce bump steer and to improve steering control over uneven surfaces. 
I have his mod fitted to both Special and Opal - basically a 20% extension to the steering arm in conjunction with use of rose joints for the linkage.
This seemingly small mod makes a big difference to handling and, particularly on the special, contributes a lot to the enjoyment of driving it purposefully.

Charles

Looked up this John Miles mod, and tome it would slow the rate of turn as the link length , drag link to king pin is increased . Would this possibly reduce the steering lock ?