Good point Simon. I have a home made tracking tool which I made about 30 years ago, so I'll be checking it out before the first outing. A good indicator is how straight the steering wheel is, compared to 'before'.

And here should be a pic of what I mean by using straps - fingers crossed

Well, I braved -3c this morning - well wrapped up, and with the half tonneau in place. There was ice on the canal as I drove past. I managed 42 miles, and the first time out since the end of October.

What a transformation to the steering. It's hard to describe what a difference it's made, especially low speed corners and junctions, but the steering is now MUCH lighter. There's also no wobble and no vibration. It's astonishing.So you should all beat a path to Peter Mulberry's, and get yourselves some steering bearings and shorter springs. And while you're at it, fit hard chrome kingpins. (No connection - just a satisfied customer).

http://www.mulfab.co.uk/our-products/9/steering-suspension/steering-bearing-kit

AND I was waved at by an old guy in a LWB Land Rover.

Another fantastic topic. Well Dave. Thanks for the pleasure of reading.

Are we ever going to see 'Gaiters Mark II' or are you saving those for another 'Innovations'Comp.

Um.....well Frank, as you know, my competition credentials could be better.................
Do I detect a modicum of interest in Mkll Gaiters? If so there may be some delay. Plus the fact that I don't have very much soft supple leather available. But I've added them to the list for future use.

I thought you were hard done by at Buxton and it is interesting to note that there is no Innovations section at Newmarket. Odd.

Did you ever do an 'Dave's How to do it' with your nice Rally Plaque Holder?

Frank
Rally Plaque was here.........
http://www.talkmorgan.com/ubbthreads.php/topics/26374/Dave_s_Diary_Where_to_mount_a_#Post26374

With regard to Newmarket I believe that getting a judge was difficult, because Mr Simmonds is not available on the day.

Dave, your explanations are excellent. As a soon to be Morgan owner (1week to go) I have read with interest many of your how to's and find them inspiring. If you ever put any of your work on YouTube I have no doubt it would be compelling viewing.

Thanks 62TC - glad you find my ramblings useful. Not sure about U-Tube.......
Maybe when I retire I'll get more time.

Can I ask a really dumb question - what is the rectangular bit just peaking into the left hand side (near the top) of this pic - the reason I ask is that the equivalent part on my car looks to suffering a bit of corrosion, which I need to address.