Westcoast M5
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I spent a lot of time thinking about how to approach the build before I started. Specifically, how far to stray from the original. I completely respect the 100% original / concours cars and hope to have one someday (whether Healey or another marque). However, with this one I based my decision on the fact that:
I am not trying to turn it into a modern car and want to retain the original look , but I believe the following is the perfect blend of modications for me. 100% respect for others ideas of a perfect Healey, from original to V8s, but here is my dream build.
- It needed extensive part replacement
- It is not a 100M, or other super rare, numbers matching car that would make it wrong not to stay original
- I want to be able to drive it and enjoy it! In traffic, some weekend road trips etc. It won't be a garage queen.
I am not trying to turn it into a modern car and want to retain the original look , but I believe the following is the perfect blend of modications for me. 100% respect for others ideas of a perfect Healey, from original to V8s, but here is my dream build.
- Jule frame
- Rack and pinion steering
- Electric fan
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- up rated suspension, but still lever shock setup
- Alternator
- Electronic ignition
- 5 speed transmission (leaning towards tremec 5 spd)
- Fast road engine (aluminum head, roller rockers, etc... basically the Denis Welch fast road set up)
- Audio (hidden /Bluetooth, no antennae or other signs)
- Led lights
- Modified original seats to provide more lumbar support and slightly more backward lean.
- Brg (original colour) with a saddle brown interior