McRae takes firm grip on Tasman Series
New Zealander Grah am McRae seized a commanding lead in the 1970 Tasman Series by winning the Lady Wigram Trophy at Christchurch in a McLaren MIOB. He set race and lap records while finishing 27 seconds ahead of Frank Matich, with Niel Allen and Graeme Lawrence close behind in the standings. The article notes upcoming Teretonga and Australian rounds at Lakeside Warwick Farm and Sandown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham McRae
Christchurch
McRae
England
Frank Matich
Matich
John Cannon
Canada
Graeme Lawrence
Ferrari Dino Zilitre
Frank Gardner
Lola
Chris Amon
New Zealand
Teretonga
Invercarill
Australia
Lakeside
Warwick Farm
Sandown
Allen
Niel Allen
Leo Geoghegan
Kevin Bartlett
Max Stewart
En- Iues
Frank Radisich
Brown
San‘down
Bruce Crick
Ample power in Austin Kimberley and Tasman tested
Road tested in Australia, both models use front wheel drive from the Austin 1800, with the Kimberley delivering 118 bhp via twin carburetors and the Tasman 102 bhp with one SU carburetor. Tasman shows livelier performance in point to point driving, bucking heavier steering but power steering promised.
Siotoring ee with Robin Brown price and specs
Car priced at 2710 manual and 3001 automatic. Six cylinder in line engine with 102 bhp at 5500 rpm and 516 lb ft torque at 3400 rpm. Four speed synchromesh transmission. Hydrolastic suspension front and rear. Disc brakes front drums rear. Dimensions: length 174.58 inches width 66.58 inches wheelbase 104.125 inches. Range about 200 miles. X6 longer than Austin 1800 with larger boot and refined hydrolastic setup.
Tasman Tasmanian Tasman Car Review Engine and Interior Features
Alloys reduce weight by 33 lb compared with the R00 while the 2.227cc engine provides a quieter, more flexible drive. The engine is a stretched Maria 1500 unit with a single overhead cam, seven main bearings, front-mounted radiator, and non thermostatic fan control. Despite only 15 bhp more than the Austin THO0, it remains smooth and flexible though the lumpy gearbox from the 1800 may hinder performance. Steering is heavy though visibility is excellent, hydrolastic suspension handles most roads, with better results on Kimberley test tyres. Brakes are powerful with front discs and rear drums. a split hydraulic system shows no lock-up. The interior offers good legroom, a front bench seat, clear instruments, rocker switches, adjustable vents, and a hazard switch for emergency signaling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimberley
Tme
Tasmania
Tasman
BLMC
Australia
Tasman test car praised for comfort and safety features
A left side performance note describes a Tasman with a steering column choke button and a steering lock opposite. Light green trim and door armrests are noted. Safety features include belts with reinforced anchorage, energy-absorbing body panels, unitary construction, intruder door locks, a crash designed fascia, and recessed instruments. The test car, loaned by Larke Hoskins Pty Ltd of Mort Street Braddon ACT, is suited for touring with improved city steering anticipated.
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Larke Hoskins Pty Ltd
Mort Street
Braddon
Act
Automatic seat belts designed to tighten on door closure
Britain’s Road Research Laboratory unveiled a new automatic seat belt system. A belt attaches to the door and tightens when the door is closed, with a reel to the left of the driver. It aims to protect front seat occupants and may be fitted to most cars. The ministry notes low belt usage and believes the system could save thousands of lives annually if adopted.
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Britain
Road Research Laboratory
Ministry of Transport
Irs
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Vincent Granatelli
Sydney
Magneto
G. McRae
N. Allen
F. Mauch
Annon
G. Lawrence
Cannon
M. Eyerly
J. Oxton
F. Gardner
T. Pilette
Anberra
Peter Brown
Cal‘der
Bob Jane
Austin
British Leyland
Robin Brown
John Palmer Motors
A.C.T
Newcastle Street
Fyshwick
Wency
Colt Galant
S & A Motors
Canberra
MAZDA
Beazley & Bruce Pty Ltd
Lyell Street
Canberra News
Berra News
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