The next photo shows the difference between the MGB and Morgan retaining springs. I've had a response from Caparo, so will let you know the details as soon as I know more.
IMG_5369 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
So - using the wind down method... this is how it ends up with tension off the main spring.
IMG_5371 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
IMG_5370 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
Then once you've removed the bottom plate, it lifts out.......
IMG_5372 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
Here's a comparison between my original blue Roadster springs (marked "Plus 8"), and the Plus 4 springs - shorter to accommodate MMC steering bearings.
IMG_5376 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
And interestingly, here are the rebound springs - the longer thinner ones are Roadster (05), and the shorter thicker springs are Plus 4. The coils are compressed at one end.
IMG_5377 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
Next a comparison between the Mulfab bearings, which I will use to replace the original MMC bearings, and the MMC bearing which I've removed. MMC bearing on the left. The race is smaller than the mulfab race, and the MMC cover is rubber. As removed there was significant stiction in this bearing, which is why the steering was not as light as the Roadster, already modified with Mulfab bearings. The Mulfab cover is metal, and it turns much easier.
IMG_5373 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
IMG_5374 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
IMG_5375 by
David Wellings, on Flickr
More to follow.............
