>  They're cute as a button, I didn't really enjoy the two I test drive but
>  that was because  the kingpin was out on both.  This is a regular
>maintenance item, and
>  crucial to your  steering, keep an eye on it.

I haven't tried it, but I would think a later-model (68-79) Bay
front-end should fit the Split as a bolt-on. The overall design of
the actual suspensions is identical. This would give you front discs
(still poor brakes but...) and mainenance-free balljoints.