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7-port head origins

Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2024 1:00 pm
by Alex
The A-series was around for several years before it went into the Mini, and people were making them go faster from day one.
I've been looking but can't find a definitive answer - when did the first 7-port head surface ?
Was it in the 50s or 60s ?

Re: 7-port head origins

Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2024 1:12 pm
by Herbert850
Alexander 7 port was designed in 1958 was in full production by 1959

Re: 7-port head origins

Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2024 4:47 pm
by rpb203
Speedwell 7 port possibly a bit after and used on A40’s from memory?

Re: 7-port head origins

Posted: Wed Nov 20, 2024 10:46 am
by Alex
Nice one chaps - thanks !