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Re: [Healeys] Lubricant for SU carbs

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Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lubricant for SU carbs
From: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
Date: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:05:15 -0700
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References: <CAEajuYy1YXzaEwhv6dt7eBvmut1DkFO8Mi=jbSMU9WRzG3z0Kg@mail.gmail.com> <c937f2b4-77f7-c5c8-fa9f-9dcc104bc211@chello.nl>
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White lithium is a good all-around lube.

However ... I suspect lubrication isn't the (whole) solution. Unless it 
has previously been 'restored' the problem may be with the bushings on 
the throttle cross-shaft located under the scuttle (assuming 6-cyl car). 
It came with brass/rubber bushings, which are likely shot. The solution 
is new teflon bushings and making sure the shaft is straight (it can get 
bent by R&Ring the engine). I did mine with the engine out, but I'm told 
it can be done in situ. With a straightened shaft and new nylon bushings 
my pedal was so smooth I though the throttle return springs were shot 
(they weren't). There is also a bearing on the shaft on the intake 
manifold, if worn it will add resistance.


On 7/11/2023 7:06 AM, Kees Oudesluijs via Healeys wrote:
> 3 in one is fine for these simple lubrication jobs. Easy to apply as 
> well.
> However any kind of oil would do. Usually a drop from the dip stick is 
> used.
>
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
>
> Op 11-7-2023 om 14:37 schreef Jim Ryan:
>> Any advice on lubricating the linkage on the SU's?  Would 3 in 1 be 
>> sufficient?  My pedal feels a bit sticky.
>>

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