🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Austin Healey Model: Sprite Year: 1960 Codes Model Designation: BMC "Frogeye" Sprite / AH Sprite Mk1 👋 Introduction Market Position Market Position: Essential technical documentation for owners and independent repair professionals of the classic Austin Healey Sprite Mk1, a popular entry-level sports car. Competitive Analysis Competitive Analysis: Provides vehicle-specific, dealer-level technical data, distinguishing it from generic repair guides. Offers significant cost savings for owners performing their own maintenance and repairs. Key Features Key Features: Vehicle-specific content, step-by-step instructions, diagrams, illustrations, wiring schematics, troubleshooting, and diagnostic procedures. Designed for ease of use by individuals with basic mechanical aptitude. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Description: Comprehensive service and repair instructions for all major systems, including engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical, bodywork, and more. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Detailed but not specified, typical for workshop manuals of this era. Manual Type Manual Type: Workshop Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF (Digital) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Systems Covered: General Information, Engine Mechanical, Engine Electrical, Emission Control, Fuel System, Clutch System, Manual Transaxle, Driveshaft & Axle, Suspension System, Steering System, Restraint System, Brake System, Body (Interior & Exterior), Body Electrical System, Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning. Engine Mechanical System Details: Engine removal/installation, cylinder head overhaul, piston and connecting rod service, crankshaft and bearing inspection, camshaft and timing gear service, lubrication system, cooling system, engine specifications and torque values. Engine Electrical System Details: Ignition system (distributor, coil, spark plugs), charging system (generator, regulator), starting system (starter motor), lighting system, wiring schematics, troubleshooting electrical faults. Fuel System Details: Fuel tank and lines, fuel pump operation and service, SU carburetor overhaul, adjustment, and synchronization, fuel filter replacement. Manual Transaxle System Details: Gearbox removal and installation, internal component inspection and repair, gear shifting mechanism, clutch release mechanism, clutch friction disc and pressure plate service, flywheel inspection. Suspension System Details: Front and rear suspension component identification, kingpin and bushing service, spring and shock absorber replacement, wheel bearing maintenance, front end alignment specifications. Steering System Details: Rack-and-pinion steering gear overhaul, tie rod end replacement, steering column adjustments, steering wheel removal, steering system troubleshooting. Brake System Details: Hydraulic system overview, master cylinder overhaul, wheel cylinder overhaul, brake shoe and drum inspection and replacement, brake line maintenance and bleeding procedures, parking brake adjustment, brake specifications. Body Interior Exterior Details: Body panel removal and installation, door and latch adjustments, hood and trunk lid operation, convertible top mechanism, interior trim panel removal, dashboard components, body repair techniques, paint and finish recommendations. Body Electrical System Details: Headlights, taillights, turn signals, interior lighting, dashboard instruments, horn, wipers, heater blower motor, wiring harnesses, fuse box details, troubleshooting electrical circuits. Procedures Included Procedures Included: Step-by-step repair instructions, troubleshooting guidance, diagrams, illustrations, wiring schematics, and specifications. Troubleshooting Procedures: Systematic diagnostic flowcharts and symptom-based troubleshooting guides for common and uncommon mechanical and electrical issues. Repair Procedures: Detailed, illustrated, step-by-step instructions for component disassembly, repair, reassembly, and adjustment across all vehicle systems. Maintenance Procedures: Scheduled maintenance tasks including fluid changes, filter replacements, lubrication points, ignition timing checks, valve adjustments, and brake system inspection. Technical Depth Technical Depth: Detailed enough for professional mechanics and knowledgeable DIY owners, covering diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of all major vehicle systems. Technical Depth Detail: Includes detailed torque specifications for all fasteners, precision measurements for component clearances, valve timing procedures, and electrical system resistance values. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF Print Quality Print Quality: Printable digital format, allowing users to print specific pages as needed. Quality depends on user's printer. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Format) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Inline 4-cylinder, Overhead Valve (OHV) Displacement: 948 cc (57.9 cu in) Performance Bore X Stroke: 62.9 mm x 76.2 mm (2.48 in x 3.00 in) Compression Ratio: 8.3:1 (typical) Horsepower Gross: 43 bhp @ 5500 rpm Torque Gross: 52 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Twin SU HS2 Carburetors (typically) Fuel Type: Regular Unleaded Gasoline (originally leaded) Engine Mechanical Valve Train: Pushrod Activated Overhead Valves Cooling System: Water Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 4-Speed Manual Optional Optional Transmission: None offered for 1960 model. Features Gear Ratios: Specific ratios detailed in manual (e.g., 1st: 3.43:1, 2nd: 2.37:1, 3rd: 1.41:1, 4th: 1.00:1) Fluid Specifications Transmission Fluid: Typically SAE 80 or 90 EP Gear Oil (refer to manual for exact specification and capacity). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: 82 inches (2083 mm) Length: 142 inches (3607 mm) Width: 56 inches (1422 mm) Height: 49.5 inches (1257 mm) (top down) Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 1400 lbs (635 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Not typically specified in historical data, but manual would detail load capacities. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Safety Ratings: N/A (Crash testing standards were vastly different in 1960; focus is on inherent design.)...