- 21. Re: [Healeys] Scored OD accumulator piston/housing- replacement (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:37:25 +0000
- Hi Peter I just applied the rubber tipped air nozzle method of accumulator piston/sleeve removal with success, using 120 PSI. On my BJ7, the accumulator sleeve is open at the bottom end, so as you in
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- 22. Re: [Healeys] Scored OD accumulator piston/housing- replacement (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 15:29:22 +0000
- Hi Dave Thanks for the insight. I breathed a big sigh of relief after reading your reply. I've returned the piston to the bore as prescribed, with no difficulty. Once again, the dedication of the lis
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- 23. Re: [Healeys] Oil seal removal (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:14:49 +0000
- Hi Burt I recently went through the same procedure on my 63 BJ7. The buffer that you refer to is not available, but is of a semi-firm composition. I have gotten advice suggesting either linoleum or l
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- 24. [Healeys] Paint's Done (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:08:52 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Listers This past weekend, and after over a thousand hours, my Healey finally turned blue. Just wanted to offer my thanks to all of you who have contributed to the archives. I could have never acc
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- 25. [Healeys] Reproduction British Chrome Question (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Wed, 29 Oct 2008 11:57:23 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Listers Does anyone have any experience in dealing with UK Spares for replacement chrome? I have searched alot of posts about rechroming, and am considering purchasing the "premium" parts this com
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- 26. Re: [Healeys] Reproduction British Chrome Question (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Sat, 1 Nov 2008 00:30:01 +0000 (UTC)
- Thanks to Ken, Don, Mirek and David for your replies. I'm still sittin' on the fence here. B My grille surround is very good, as is the eyebrow. I'll probably wind up replacing the door handles, trun
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- 27. Re: [Healeys] Reproduction British Chrome Question (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Sat, 1 Nov 2008 12:09:31 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Charlie I'm located in central NJ. There are no platers in my area, so I'll probably have to ship the parts to get them plated. If you please, I'd appreciate the names of the two shops that you ha
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- 28. Re: [Healeys] Reproduction British Chrome Question (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Sat, 1 Nov 2008 12:15:47 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi John Thanks for the reply. Proper fit is definitely a problem with the door handles. Given the fragility of the original pieces, I'm afraid to go through the expense and trouble of replating the o
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- 29. Re: [Healeys] quality wiring harness (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2008 12:00:18 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Brad I recently purchased a harness directly from AutoSparks. They were a little slow on the shipment, but the price was right. With the dollar up against the pound, it's probably a better value t
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- 30. Re: [Healeys] engine/tranny re-install (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Sat, 22 Nov 2008 16:06:17 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Brad I removed and later reinstalled them as one unit (with the shroud off). I purchased the lift brackets that attach to the rocker studs. I didn't have access to a tilting mechanism, so I set th
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- 31. Re: [Healeys] Stator Tube Removal (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:26:36 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi DanI'm on the back end of a nut and bolt resto of BJ7 #88.B You will need to disconnect the wiring harness from the other end of the tubewhich passes through the steering box. This will entail dra
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- 32. [Healeys] Upholstery and install cost (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:22:00 +0000 (UTC)
- I have reached the interior phase of my BJ7 resto, and need to make arrangements for the interior assembly. Would anyone care to share their expense for carpet, trim and upholstery? Also, how much d
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- 33. Re: [Healeys] Upholstery and install cost (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2009 02:47:25 +0000 (UTC)
- Thanks, Charlie. Who did you source the interior from, and how is the quality? Tom _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html Healeys@autox.team.
- /html/healeys/2009-01/msg00442.html (7,156 bytes)
- 34. Re: [Healeys] aleys] Upholstery and install cost (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2009 03:49:47 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Ed Thanks for the reply. I have visited your site many times- thanks for providing such a great resource. I live in central NJ. My question about quality is probably a subjective one. I am hoping
- /html/healeys/2009-01/msg00443.html (7,166 bytes)
- 35. Re: [Healeys] Upholstery and install cost (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:43:34 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi Alan Thanks for the reply (and moral support). I have read alot of your posts, and I respect your opinion. I have done literally everything else on my car (save the clear coat) myself, and have do
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- 36. Re: [Healeys] Upholstery and install cost (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:39:05 +0000 (UTC)
- Thanks for the reply, Rich Whose foam did you use? I've heard positives about the Nock's base foam. Tom I actually found the seat back to be harder than the bottom using the proper foam kit and the M
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- 37. Re: [Healeys] Draught Excluders (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:04:01 +0000 (UTC)
- I never really thought about it, but I guess the rubbers also block draughts. One problem though, my local drug store refuses to stock Healey spares. Tom ____________________________________________
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- 38. Re: [Healeys] Ebay gas tank (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2009 22:34:51 +0000 (UTC)
- Hi John I just received the aluminum tank that Jorge sells in the mail today. It was packed in a well constructed wooden box. The aluminum tank is not an exact repro of the original, besides being al
- /html/healeys/2009-01/msg00473.html (7,903 bytes)
- 39. Re: [Healeys] Ebay gas tank (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:00:29 +0000 (UTC)
- Just a followup to my last postI contacted Jorge, and every thing was easily resolved. I found him very professional and easy to deal with. Great guy trying to make a living and, in the process, maki
- /html/healeys/2009-01/msg00489.html (7,528 bytes)
- 40. Re: [Healeys] trunk woes (score: 1)
- Author: tomleavy@comcast.net
- Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:27:05 +0000 (UTC)
- I am going to be installing same in the near future. Please copy me on any off list advice.B Thanks, Tom _______________________________________________ Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.ht
- /html/healeys/2009-01/msg00494.html (6,798 bytes)
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