One of the most characteristic features of the early Austin Healeys is the side curtains. It certainly wasn't that roll-up windows had not been invented (LOL), just that the curtains are unique. I suppose the English just couldn't let go of the idea. Whatever the reason, they define the early Healeys.
Side curtains are constructed of aluminum frames and plexiglass panes. The tracks are lined with felt and a rubber gasket almost seals the curtain to the windshield frame and the door.
The installation of the side curtains is a bit difficult for one person. It explains why most of the unrestored Healeys you see are severely scratched around the curtain mounts.
The installation of the side curtains is a bit difficult for one person. It explains why most of the unrestored Healeys you see are severely scratched around the curtain mounts.
The archive listing of this blog contains detailed step-by-step photos and narratives regarding this restoration since it began late last December. Please direct any comments and questions to tommystoplesscars@yahoo.com.
Stay tuned...
Tom McCurry
Materials and equipment purchased from:
Moss Motors (mossmotors.com)
Victoria British (victoriabritish.com)
Eastwood (eastwood.com)
The Roadster Factory (the-roadster-factory.com)
English Parts (englishparts.com)
Napa Auto Parts (napaonline.com)
Apple Hydraulics (applehydraulics.com)
Coker Tire (cokertire.com)
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