Being able to speed up this process offers significant performance benefits. When the overdrive is switched out there is a delay before the unit is disengaged. A 1 ½ ” kit is also available, suitable for late Austin Healey BJ8 ‘stepped’ cases or for those looking for a slightly less aggressive operation. The ‘Works’ type 1 3/4″ diameter piston and springs allow a much larger volume of oil to accumulate and therefore the overdrive will engage more quickly when called upon.
As standard the overdrive does not operate especially quickly and therefore performance is not optimised. These parts have been proven under tough, racing conditions.įaster and smoother gear changes can reward the driver with faster lap times. Denis Welch Motorsport has developed a range of up-rated overdrive parts suitable for Austin Healey cars to improve the performance and reliability of the unit. Performance and Competition drivers often find that the original overdrive is simply not up to the job and can be slow or troublesome. This in effect provide the driver with 6 speeds to choose from, aiding performance on the track and also lowering engine revs for quieter and more economical cruising on road cars. Press Release ( ) - BURTON ON TRENT, England - Many Austin Healey’s are fitted with an Laycock de Normanville A-Type overdrive on the back of the gearbox which provides an extra ratio available in 3 rd and 4 th gears, operated by flicking a dash or gearstick mounted switch.
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