Fuzz Townshend gives his take on the Austin 10 - Motor Trade School - Austin 10 Cambridge - S1:E2

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[@davidjohnson3890]

The problem with the semaphore indicators is that nobody sees them or recognises what they are even when converted to flashing LED versions. You also have to get used to the rather longer stopping distance and taking your time when changing up and down gears. Otherwise you will find that other drivers will smile at you and generally give way to you at junctions and round abouts. Just watch out for sleeping policemen as if you take them to fast the passengers can hit the roof. I have the earlier style A10 from 1934 but mechanically they are just the same

[@MrBillgiles]

Fuzz, you are NOT old. I am beginning to get old and I am heading for my 65th.

[@Roger.Coleman1949]

What Fuzz says is bang on , greasing is a regular requirement that you would get used to , once you know where they and become a speedier operation , the front king pins, steering link and track rod ends , spring shackle ends are very important and need attention at the very least every 500 miles, especially if used in the Winter .The ' Austin ' script on the grille although centrally mounted, should be raised by about 5" , which will make it look so much aesthetically better, very few Austin owners know where they should be !.Looks a very honest example and capable of very reliable service and fun .Spares for these are generally much more available than other ' horsepower ' models and available through The Austin Ten Drivers

[@barrybrockbank7906]

I'm surprised that the sunroof wasn't sorted. I've just taken mine out of a 1948 Austin Sixteen. One screw each side and it comes out. Leaving it in open at the rear will let water in!

[@davidsced7791]

Why has nobody mentioned the brakes? It's from before the hydraulic upgrade ( and uses clevis pins ). Healthy respect is needed here. Especially in a hilly area.

[@johndavey72]

The master has spoken ....words of wisdom ! I know l'm old and deaf but it was very difficult to hear anything !

[@vintagecollector2062]

What about using the original trafficators for signalling left or right?

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