Morris Minor Boot Hinges

[PeteV]

Just a quick question – do the kits which use the Morris Minor hinges as standard require you to modify them in any way before fitting ? Reason that I ask is that they are a bit different to the Imp hinges that Pilgrim for example, use. The Morris hinges are curved in both dimensions and thus follow a radius when opening whereas the Imp ones are basically flat. It would seem to me that I couldn’t swap Morris for Imp without first grinding the hinges ‘flat’.

Cheers,

Pete.

[kdavies3]

The hinges that Dax use are tapered which means that you to fit each one to the correct side of the car.
Iyou get them wrong you can't open/ close the boot.
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Kev Davies
Dax, 383ci Chevy Stroker, Tremec TKO
South Wales

[nbracken]

Pete, long time ago but I recall my car used Austin Healey type hinges which were radiussed in both directions and did not need modification to fit.

[PeteV]

Thanks guys,
Got hold of a pair of Minor hinges - first one modded OK and will fit the IMP original holes and position. Managed to b***er up the second one whilst grinding - got the hinge too hot & the chrome started to peel badly around the ground edge. Never mind, will look nice when done - as I need to buy more hinges, will have a look at he Healey ones too.

Cheers,


Pete.

[PeteV]

Cheers for the advice Nigel. Just bought a couple of Healey hinges & they are basically identical to the Minor ones but are essentially flat - so no grinding necessary! Should fit a treat - will see tomorrow.

Pete.