Having been on Morgan forums for for a few decades, I do wonder at the processes of evolution so associated... When I first asked the question "Which Morgan" on the then fledgling MSCC DG, at a time when it seemed the majority of folk were of the hands-on variety, and rather keen to improve on the performance of their Morgans in a variety of ways, and as best I can remember there was not much if any advice relative to legal guidelines quoted in those days when it seems legislation the LAW was perhaps looked upon as for the guidance of wise men and the blind obedience of ...err...fools... or have I got that entirely wrong...?
Much has changed since we followed our American cousins thinking on the adoption and uses of litigious processes in all areas of society, however unlike us it seems they may enjoy a tad more freedom in terms of that which they may be allowed to enjoy driving on the road...? Whereas it seems ever increasing regulation in our part of the world has made things more difficult for the hands-on brigade and increasingly so with the passage of time and ever more regulation.
That there still exists young folk who represent what to me seems like revisiting ideals of past hands-on Morganeers, or indeed the origins of those of us who as our younger selves, were ever into making it louder if not faster, and at a time where one`s personal safety,or following the law to the letter, was perhaps not top of our priorities, especially if operating on a very limited budget...?
Ever known a policeman to have a seemingly noisy exhaust on his fun car, or indeed lord of the realm driving like a nutter in his Bentely or whatever.... I wonder...?
For sure a gentle hint as to the risks involved when someone`s modifications may expose them to possible dangers..But..?
I well remember dear old Button`s attempts of modifying his Morgan with some off the wall ideas.... Who ever heard of an electric handbrake.... (-:
All of which causes me to question, how far to go when we arrive at quoting chapter and verse on aspects of the law.... Hmm..?
