Perhaps the M3W is leading the way in this.

A few years ago there was an attempt to make a commemoration, or Morgan tribute, three wheeler in conjunctions with Triking. A prototype was partially completed using sliding axle front suspension (unlike the Triking which uses wisbone suspension) before the project was abandoned.

Fast forward a few years and Morgan has decided to re-introduce the three wheeler. This time the sliding axle suspension has been left on the shelf.

Perhaps this is the sign that Morgan has finally decided that the sliding axle suspension has had its day.

Much as I love my Morgan I can accept that the suspension, particularly the front suspension, is a weak point. I am intrigued by the Librands front suspension conversion and wonder why a similar conversion has not been attempted for the rear end. The only such conversion that I know of is the Mogvette built by Isis Imports in the States. They used to have some photos of the setup on their site but they have since disappeared.

The point is that Librands and Isis between them have proved that more modern suspension can be successfully adapted to the existing Morgan traditional chassis.

Peter

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