>They switched away from the "Banjo" rear end on the MGBGT, due to the
>fact that it was noisy. Wasn't a problem in the roadster - enuf other
>noises to mask the sound. The quiter GT on the other hand was a
>potential problem. Shortly therafter, the switch was made across the
>board, to simplfy parts sourcing.
Okay... riddle me this then. Why did the Magnette (ZA/ZB not sure of the Mk
III/IV) use the Banjo type axle? There were many other coupes and sedans
that used the standard 'B' type rear axle. Now that I think about it the ZA
used the setup before the MGA was even produced.
Cheers, Lane
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