What type of suspension does a Mini Cooper have?
The rubber suspension system for the Mini car was devised by Alex Moulton as a lightweight alternative to metal springs.
Is there a suspension upgrade for the Mini Cooper?
Click the green button below to go to the correct site. The factory original Mini Cooper Suspension was designed for the masses, which means it is a compromise between comfort and performance. If you are not interested in compromise we have a great selection of suspension upgrade to make it even better. Yes and even to make to smoother!
What are the parts of a Mini Cooper?
QUICK GUIDE: Chassis Parts Coilover Kits Control Arms Front Camber Control Lowering Springs Shock Absorbers Strut Bars Suspension Bushings Suspension Kits Sway Bars
When did they change the suspension on the Mark I Mini?
The suspension in all UK models was replaced by a Hydrolastic system in 1964. The new suspension created a softer ride, but it also increased weight and production cost; in 1969 the original rubber suspension reappeared except on 1275 GT, Clubman and Cooper S models. Many other production changes occurred over the life of the Mark I Mini.
How did the mini car get its name?
Issigonis’ creation was remarkable, but it really only became a Mini when he got a little help from his friend, motorsport pioneer John Cooper. Cooper took the prototype out for a spin and realised this fuel-saving people’s car cornered like no other.
When did they change the suspension on the Mini Cooper?
The new suspension created a softer ride, but it also increased weight and production cost; in 1969 the original rubber suspension reappeared except on 1275 GT, Clubman and Cooper S models. Many other production changes occurred over the life of the Mark I Mini.
When did they change the suspension on the Morris Mini?
The new suspension created a softer ride, but it also increased weight and production cost; in 1969 the original rubber suspension reappeared except on 1275 GT, Clubman and Cooper S models. Many other production changes occurred over the life of the Mark I Mini. In Australia, 1965 saw the release of the redesigned Australian Morris Mini Deluxe.
What kind of suspension did Issigonis use on his mini?
Issigonis’ suspension featured the use of rubber cones as springs: the spring rate of rubber changes with compression, allowing the suspension to adapt to passenger load variations (a full passenger load could actually double the tiny vehicle’s gross weight). A conventional suspension would have required an increase in height to the design.