[Sunbeam Talbot Email List] Plaid seatcovers and such July 1951 Motor Trend

[George Simpson - Forums]

Wes - I was wondering why an Alpine turned up in 1951 - now I know the 
answer. What a great article. I think Rootes were being a bit ambitious 
saying the S-T 90 DHC was suitable for Sporting trials. Shortly after 
1951, I started doing Sporting Trials with a Cannon - a very different, 
purpose-built car. Allard competed pre-war with his V8 specials but Mike 
Cannon got it right  with a very light (600lbs),  Ford side valve 
engined car (+/- 35 bhp)  which could climb slippery slopes with ease. 
However, I mustn't digress otherwise Bob will be on my case.

I've just given up trying to fit a replacement, second hand cable 
between gear change and gear box on my Alpine. The replacement inner is 
very stiff, thicker than the existing cable and won't go through the old 
outer. I couldn't get the old outer off without taking floor boards or 
prop shaft out so rather than immobilize the car, I replaced the old 
cable and will let my usual garage play with it.

Cheers all

George
Cognac





Wes Stewart wrote:
> Bob,
> I found a setting on the scanner that created PDF files. Sorry for 
> cluttering your email.
>
> Here is a scan of the July 1951 Motor Trend.
>
> "Sports Trial, Alpine Rally Winner Combines Comfort and Performance" 
> July, 1951 Motor Trend <July1951_Motor_Trend.pdf>
>
>
> http://www.sunbeamsaloon.com/beam/July1951_Motor_Trend.pdf 
> <http://www.sunbeamsaloon.com/beam/July1951_Motor_Trend.pdf>
>
> Enjoy,
> WES
>
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