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Re: [Healeys] Seats

To: Fred Wescoe <fredwescoe@gmail.com>, healeys <Healeys@autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Seats
From: Bob Haskell <rchaskell@earthlink.net>
Date: Fri, 6 Sep 2019 21:04:34 -0400
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Here's a fellow making Miata mounting brackets for the TR6.  Says he use 
to own a AH3000, so you might check with him - Rick Patton.

http://www.pattonmachine.com/Miata-Brackets.htm

He also sells a fuel injection system :)

NFI...

Cheers,

Bob Haskell
Austin Healey 3000 BN7/BT7 registrar

On 9/6/19 5:29 PM, Fred Wescoe wrote:
> List
> This thread has stirred up some real discussion both pro and con.  I 
> have seen and considered this conversion after seeing a couple of cars 
> at various events over the years.  I did not have the opportunity to 
> speak with the owners however.
> 
> I would like to hear from those who have actually installed the Miata 
> seats or the MGB seats.  Both positive and negative comments.
> 
> How do the seats fit with the emergency break handle?  Is there room to 
> operate the break handle quickly and easily if there is an emergency?  
> With the seats installed, how about the feel and fit position 
> themselves?  Do the seats face the dash squarely?  Does a taller driver 
> fit in the car?  How much fore and aft travel do the seats really have?  
> For the taller driver, as stated by someone, can the seats be "reclined" 
> somewhat for a better driving position and if so, how far?  Would those 
> who have actually made the switch do it again?
> 
> I try to keep my car as stock looking as possible.  So far, people only 
> notice the alternator.  But, that said, this conversion might be 
> sensible, keeping in mind both safety, comfort and control of the car.  
> This would definitely change the look of the car.
> 
> Any comments?
> 
> Fred
> 66BJ8
> 
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