Engine Noise

[EBURTON]

I have a two door 1966 Morris Minor and a 1970 Traveller. I was just wondering if it is normal for the traveller to sound louder when you drive it.

Thanks,
Evan

[faversham999]

All Estate cars always sound louder as the back is open

[mike.perry]

Add the rattles and bangs from the bodywork and it is a lot noisier
My Traveller is certainly noisier than my MM, aside from the smooth running side valve compared to the harsh 1275 A Series, the MM's body seems to have a lot more refinement with the doors and bonnet closing with a clunk compared to the Traveller's metalic clang.

[Chris Edgar]

harsh 1275 A Series

Interesting comment...I've always thought that the 1275 in our convertible has a harsh sound, from what you say Mike, this is quite usual?

Chris

[mike.perry]

The harshness of the engine probably has something to do with the twin carbs and pancake filters. The noisy diff does not help.