In my limited experience most people tend to notice a big improvement whether using SSL or Rutherford compared to their old usually tired setup, because for many the existing setup is tired and not operating optimally and hence often the reason why looking at alternate solutions. I have heard good reports on the Rutherford setup, he rebuilt my front setup on my Kent 4/4 just before going on a continental tour in the early 1990's and the change was very noticeable.
Your reaction is justified. It is the standard reaction of anyone has long overdue maintenance done on a trad. Most often that requires a resale to someone with fresh and untrained sensations. Bravo.
BTW, I am not aware that David (R) had a
front set-up,
per se, though he certainly knows how to fully service a Morgan trad front end! Interestingly, he did secure the rights to a set up designed for Morgans by the legendary
Alan Staniforth. It was tried out by Peter Mulberry. I tried it. Quite remarkable. Like a perfect stock Morgan front end except less maintenance needed. I have images somewhere if anyone is interested.
Rutherford's talents focused, for reasons I have given, at the rear..where his kit became and still is very popular. Sadly, it has been copied by predators. I do not recommend anyone buy one of those. I did 30 years.and mine sheared. These brackets should not be made of pot metal! David preferred his other front treatments kits. Better suspension travel and stronger.
BTW, you learn very quickly. My compliments.
gmg
