Wheels & Tires – Precision Sportscar

Austin Healey 100 (BN1), Front Suspension, Healey Stuff, Restoration Techniques, Steering, Wheels & Tires

Austin Healey Front Wheel Bearing Spacers

January 17, 2023

Many, many years ago we had an Austin Healey delivered to the shop on a flat-bed. The car, a 100/6, was missing the right front wheel; not only the wheel, but the stub axle, the brake drum, the wire wheel splined hub and spinner were also MIA. The owner/driver reported that he had hit a […]

Austin Healey 100 (BN1), Engine & Drivetrain, Front Suspension, Rear Axle & Suspension, Restoration Techniques, Wheels & Tires

Tire truing … Chapter Two

Michael

December 17, 2022

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Some of you may remember my first foray into tire shaving using a table saw. Although this exercise was quite successful it was somewhat dangerous and very time consuming. Ever since shaving the tires on my 100 in this way I have been blessed with a very smooth ride and no signs of scuttle shake […]