The steering rack would need to be changed, but I believe
that a Much more drastic part of the conversion would have
to be the replacement of the firewall shelf so the battery
and master cylinders change sides. While it isn't the most
expensive part, it will require the most work to change out.
Along with that, you will have to change the accelerator
petal linkage to one that is on the left. However, you may
want to consider going with a later cable linked accelerator
petal. These are much more precise and don't have the
problem with the bushings wearing out.
Also, you must change the headlamps so they dip to the
right.
Regards,
Joe Curry
P.S. If you haven't registered the car in the Spitfire
database, please do!
http://home1.gte.net/spitlist/index.html
Ketil Oftedahl wrote:
>
> Hello,
>
> I am considering to import a Spitfire Mk3 from the UK (to Norway).
>
> One thing I would like to do - as part of the restoration process - will
> be to convert it to LHD.
>
> Does anybody on the list have any experience with RHD-to-LHD conversions
> (or vice versa) ?
> I have been told that the only 'major' part that needs to be changed is
> the steering rack - is that right ?
> What about the pedal assemblies, relocation of other components
> (battery?), etc. ?
>
> Best regards,
>
> Ketil
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