From paulbaker52 at yahoo.co.uk  Tue Jul  1 03:23:41 2008
From: paulbaker52 at yahoo.co.uk (Paul Baker)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:23:41 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Healeys] Escaping air!!
In-Reply-To: <590718.52549.qm@web50006.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <772780.46240.qm@web23407.mail.ird.yahoo.com>

Carlos,
B 
I can understand your disbelief, so clearly I needed to be more specific.B 
Yes there are the usual leaks fromB every partB that contains oil but nothing
that contains fuel.
B 
Paul

--- On Mon, 30/6/08, Carlos Cruz <healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Carlos Cruz <healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Escaping air!!
To: paulbaker52 at yahoo.co.uk
Cc: "Healeys autox" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, 30 June, 2008, 5:14 PM



Paul,
B 
I think I figured your problem out.B  If you're claiming "no fluid leaks" -
then you're obviously not in a Healey or other British car for that matter.B 
Get out of whatever you're sitting in and go start the Healey and see if you
get the same sound.
B 
Cheers...
8-)
B 


Paul Baker <paulbaker52 at yahoo.co.uk> wrote:
No, there are no fluid leaks.B
B
Paul

--- On Sun, 29/6/08, Alan Seigrist wrote:

From: Alan Seigrist
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Escaping air!!
To: paulbaker52 at yahoo.co.uk
Cc: "Healeys autox"
Date: Sunday, 29 June, 2008, 12:01 PM

Is it leaking gas under there?

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sun, Jun 29, 2008 at 6:11 PM, Paul Baker
wrote:
> When I turn the ignition key in my 67 BJ8 and just before the fuel pump
starts
> clicking, there is the sound of a short burst of air escaping under
pressure
> coming from the region of the fuel pump.B Its only just started making
this
> sound over the last few weeks and once the engine is started, which it
does
> just fine, the engine runs as it should.B If I switch the engine off andB
and
> then restart the engine, the sound does not reappear.
> B
> The fuel pump has been on theB car since it was rebuilt in 1991.B As
I'm
> getting the car ready for a trip to the Le Mans Classic in a couple of
weeks I
> don't want to take any chances with a dodgy pump if thats what it is.
> B
> What do you guys think it could be?
> B
> Paul Baker
> B
> 67 Bj8
> 66 Bj8
> 65 Sprite


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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jul  1 04:25:04 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 06:25:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
References: <063020081426.8501.4868ECF8000290E400002135220588617297900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <001801c8db64$bb2fe570$cf29e046@markl946cfrd7q>

Got to love it when people come on to the list just to post their classified 
ad.

I'm sure you would have received your asking price by post to the list 
first.
(pre- Ebay)

Hope you get your top dollar.

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tomleavy at comcast.net>
To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 10:26 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S


> If anyone is interested, I have a pre-BJ7 4 seater hardtop for sale. Needs 
> restoration.  ID# 4 08 . 60 .1958 .
> I am located in Oceanport, NJ, and you can see it on e*bay. Please contact 
> me off list.
>
> Thomas Leavy
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Jul  1 06:34:31 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 05:34:31 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Escaping air!!
In-Reply-To: <405582.55318.qm@web23404.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
References: <405582.55318.qm@web23404.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <486A2457.5010304@comcast.net>

   Paul,
   re:
   "Is it normal practice to fit pipes to the vents on a BJ8?"
   According to (at least) one SU fuel pump book I have read there should
   be  flexible tubing from the unvalved vent at the diaphragm end of the
   pump  body.   The  flexible  tubing  should  be routed to a clean, dry
   location.   AFAIK,  Healeys  were  never  fitted with such vent tubing
   (surprised  Burlen  didn't know this).  I installed one to vent in the
   boot.
   Sometimes, there's a cylindrical plastic cover on the check valve.  It
   doesn't come with new pumps, however.
   re:
   "I  called Burlen UK who make the pumps and they had not heard of this
   problem  before but assumed that the pump was creating excess pressure
   from within and was expressing it through the valves."
   I  don't  buy this explanation.  The valves are one-way to either draw
   fuel  into  the  pump or expel it to the carburettors--there should be
   little, if any, air passing through them unless there are leaks in the
   system (or the tank is empty).  The pressure created is limited by the
   strength  of  the  spring  behind  the diaphragm (SU fuel pumps should
   produce about 3psi, give or take).  Excess pressure usually results in
   flooding at the carbs.
   bs
   Paul Baker wrote:

   I thought you might be interested in an update on this after I have
   had a chance to do some investigation.

   It would appear that air is escaping or being released from either
   the vent at the plastic housing end or at the metal body end. It is
   difficult to work out from which it is coming as its very intermittant
   and with the noise of the engine.

   I called Burlen UK who make the pumps and they had not heard of this
   problem before but assumed that the pump was creating excess pressure
   from within and was expressing it through the valves.  Their view was
   that if the pump was not leaking and working fine then it should be
   ok.  They were surprised that as the pump is mounted under the rear
   seats that neither of the two vents had pipes leading rearwards from
   the pump as they felt that water could get into the pump through the
   vents and be causing this problem.  As I said before, the pump has
   been on the car since 1991 when the car was rebuilt and has not caused
   any problems.  Is it normal practice to fit pipes to the vents on a
   BJ8?

   As I have a new SU electronic pump which I had kept as a spare, I will
   put that on the car and keep the old one as the spare.  It will be
   interesting to see if this one, plus vent pipes, makes the same
   noises.

   Paul

   67 BJ8

   66 BJ8

   65 Sprite

*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From alexmm at roadrunner.com  Tue Jul  1 07:13:44 2008
From: alexmm at roadrunner.com (Alex)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:13:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Aston Martin runs on wine! Healeys next?
References: <6636BC6F1B04400983BF671246ADD7D6@DonaldPayePC>
Message-ID: <002501c8db7c$4a70e740$6b02a8c0@atc0f226cd3237>

You can read about it here:

http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23503568-details/Prince+Charles+converts+his+beloved+Aston+Martin+to+a+green+machine...+run+on+English+wine/article.do

== Alex in Maine
     "The Blue Mainie," 1960 Austin Healey 3000 BT7
     "Conkling," 1946 MG TC #1321
     Former owner 1957 A-H 100-6, 1967 A-H BJ8,
     1965 MG Midget
     http://users.adelphia.net/~alexmm/ai2q.htm 

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Jul  1 08:00:05 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 10:00:05 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..
References: <001c01c8dadc$b30245b0$0300a8c0@tm4>
Message-ID: <00b401c8db82$c49d3e50$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Tadek,

About the first of July 1954, the tonneau cover cut and design was modified 
to cover the door cockpit rails and the front corners better by being 
slightly wider and the front corner shape squaring off further forward. 
Prior to this point the tonneau was cut to approximately parallel the 
curvature of door to fascia cockpit rail shape, covering over by only about 
1 1/2". (see pic mar08 004 for early arrangement)
Then new improved design made use of turn button fasteners in the front 
corners, where prior design used a Tenax snap. A second stud (actually a 
small Tenax stud) was now used  to secure the windscreen steady spring when 
not in use. (see pic 20021). To clear this front corner stud and not cause 
the stud to eventually wear through the tonneau material, a nickeled finish 
eyelet or grommet was incorporated into the tonneau cover.
The rest of the tonneau fasteners remained as before, with a single Tenax 
fastener on the upper fascia just to the passenger's side of the mirror. 
(see tonneau in pic BN1 027)
Moving back on the car, a pair of small flaps immediately behind the doors 
had eyes fitted to fasten onto turn button studs on the rear wings. These 
flaps are sewn into the underside of the tonneau cover. (see pic 
AH100-4pris)
>From there, two Tenax fasteners, one on each side, snap onto the studs on 
the rear wing and another pair on the rear shroud deck, same as the top fits 
to.
Finally at the back edge of the tonneau cover, a pair of short flat steel 
plates, painted black, are sewn into small slot openings in the rear edge. 
These slip under the rear deck chrome anchor brackets, and everything pulls 
forward from there.
I've described all the fasteners from front to back, but of course in 
fitting the tonneau cover, you start from the back and work forward.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tadeusz Malkiewicz" <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 2:11 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..


> Hello,
>
> I am looking for some pictures of correctly mounted tonneau on a BN2 - I 
> am
> not sure where do the fasteners go and in what numbers.
>
> Many thanks for help,
>
> Tadek
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Jul  1 08:10:33 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 10:10:33 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st
Message-ID: <00db01c8db84$3a36e020$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

To all of us Canadians everywhere in the world, Happy Canada Day. Our country
was "born" July 1st, 1867.

Healey content: approx. 17% of the North American spec production came here.

Rich Chrysler

From jhomonek at mindspring.com  Tue Jul  1 08:24:14 2008
From: jhomonek at mindspring.com (John H)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 10:24:14 -0400 (GMT-04:00)
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st
Message-ID: <6285372.1214922254655.JavaMail.root@elwamui-milano.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

Rich, 

any idea of how many Healeys were exported to Canada?

John Homonek
President, Atlanta Chapter AHCA
1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen Healey

-----Original Message-----
>From: Rich C <richchrysler at quickclic.net>
>Sent: Jul 1, 2008 10:10 AM
>To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
>Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st
>
>To all of us Canadians everywhere in the world, Happy Canada Day. Our country
>was "born" July 1st, 1867.
>
>Healey content: approx. 17% of the North American spec production came here.
>
>Rich Chrysler
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From edriver at sasktel.net  Tue Jul  1 10:07:55 2008
From: edriver at sasktel.net (E.A. Driver)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 10:07:55 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st
In-Reply-To: <6285372.1214922254655.JavaMail.root@elwamui-milano.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <6285372.1214922254655.JavaMail.root@elwamui-milano.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <486A565B.2040607@sasktel.net>

Hello John

A reasonable estimate would be between 10,000 to 11,000 for the period
1953 to 1968.  I am sure Rich may have the precise number.

Kind regards
Ed
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Historian, AHCUSA
'53 BN1  '65 BJ8  '89 Morgan 4/4



John H wrote:
> Rich, 
>
> any idea of how many Healeys were exported to Canada?
>
> John Homonek
> President, Atlanta Chapter AHCA
> 1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen Healey
>
> -----Original Message-----
>   
>> From: Rich C <richchrysler at quickclic.net>
>> Sent: Jul 1, 2008 10:10 AM
>> To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st
>>
>> To all of us Canadians everywhere in the world, Happy Canada Day. Our country
>> was "born" July 1st, 1867.
>>
>> Healey content: approx. 17% of the North American spec production came here.
>>
>> Rich Chrysler
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Jul  1 10:10:29 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 12:10:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] My Pictures Posted
Message-ID: <00fe01c8db94$fb562a30$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Hello all,

This morning I posted an answer back to Tadek regarding the fasteners for
Hundreds. The answer included 4 pictures.

Please note that any time you see this material with pictures cc'd to John
Sims, please check his site  www.healey6.com   for the pics and text to be
posted there before asking me to send all you individuals requesting "pictures
to me too please".

John Sims has been very generous in almost always putting this material up on
his web site for all to see.

Thanks, and a special thanks to John

Rich Chrysler

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Jul  1 10:21:54 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 12:21:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st
References: <6285372.1214922254655.JavaMail.root@elwamui-milano.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
	<486A565B.2040607@sasktel.net>
Message-ID: <011601c8db96$93e5fe00$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Ed and John,

No, I have no precise figures but that sounds like a good number. If approx. 
85% of all production came to North America, and of that, approx. 17% came 
to Canada, that would be about 10,900.

Rich

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "E.A. Driver" <edriver at sasktel.net>
To: "John H" <bn7 at mindspring.com>
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 12:07 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st


> Hello John
>
> A reasonable estimate would be between 10,000 to 11,000 for the period
> 1953 to 1968.  I am sure Rich may have the precise number.
>
> Kind regards
> Ed
> Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
> Historian, AHCUSA
> '53 BN1  '65 BJ8  '89 Morgan 4/4
>
>
>
> John H wrote:
>> Rich,
>>
>> any idea of how many Healeys were exported to Canada?
>>
>> John Homonek
>> President, Atlanta Chapter AHCA
>> 1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen Healey
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>>
>>> From: Rich C <richchrysler at quickclic.net>
>>> Sent: Jul 1, 2008 10:10 AM
>>> To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
>>> Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st
>>>
>>> To all of us Canadians everywhere in the world, Happy Canada Day. Our 
>>> country
>>> was "born" July 1st, 1867.
>>>
>>> Healey content: approx. 17% of the North American spec production came 
>>> here.
>>>
>>> Rich Chrysler
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From Hartangus at aol.com  Tue Jul  1 11:16:35 2008
From: Hartangus at aol.com (Hartangus at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 13:16:35 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
Message-ID: <c7d.2ca3b7f3.359bc073@aol.com>

May I also offer my best wishes to all Canadians on this their special  
day.It must be wonderful to be part of
a great nation which gets on with it's own business without interfering in  
other countries.
                                                           Regards and best 
wishes to you all

                                                                              
        Barrie from England
PS. my BN4 was reimported fromCanada

From geatros at shaw.ca  Tue Jul  1 11:19:56 2008
From: geatros at shaw.ca (Geatros)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 10:19:56 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day July 1st/Happy Carbon Tax Day
Message-ID: <0677B6CC86024F029A8F8B5CFAD27F92@soloPC>

Happy Carbon Tax Day here in B.C.......... Thanks Gordan Cambell !!!!!!!!

Cheers
Kenny

From tomleavy at comcast.net  Tue Jul  1 11:28:27 2008
From: tomleavy at comcast.net (tomleavy at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:28:27 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
Message-ID: <070120081728.12109.486A693B000B025900002F4D220073747897900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>

Mark-

I didn't just stumble into your private room. I've read this list Jackass. Everyday.  If you weren't interested in the heading, than you should'nt have read it. Others were, and they replied. That's how a list works.

Like many of the subscribers, I enjoy reading the contributions of many of the listers. I have learned alot about Healeys, and along the way have also learned about how the list works. It's a community of people sharing a common interest. Like any community, however, there are always just a few who don't get on well with others. They lack humility and have an overinflated perception of the value of their opinion

If you can't keep your snide comments to yourself, than shut the fuck up entirely. Go join some other list where people just flame each other instead of sticking to the topic. That might be the best thing to do, because the rest of us are sick and tired of listening to assholes like you on this list. Dickhead.

--
Thomas Leavy

From davzu29 at cox.net  Tue Jul  1 11:29:39 2008
From: davzu29 at cox.net (David Z)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 13:29:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
References: <c7d.2ca3b7f3.359bc073@aol.com>
Message-ID: <000501c8dba0$0a8e5710$6401a8c0@ORGANIZA79207D>

Let's not purposely try to get into a political discussion, and being a 
citizen of the U.S.A., but that sounds like a shot across the bow to 
me......

David Z.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <Hartangus at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 1:16 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day


> May I also offer my best wishes to all Canadians on this their special
> day.It must be wonderful to be part of
> a great nation which gets on with it's own business without interfering in
> other countries.
>                                                           Regards and best
> wishes to you all
>
>
>        Barrie from England
> PS. my BN4 was reimported fromCanada
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From mike.vasquez at gmail.com  Tue Jul  1 11:38:00 2008
From: mike.vasquez at gmail.com (Mike Vasquez)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 10:38:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
In-Reply-To: <070120081728.12109.486A693B000B025900002F4D220073747897900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>
References: <070120081728.12109.486A693B000B025900002F4D220073747897900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <28f529ba0807011038k512e6dbcr1539e6aa3d74cdca@mail.gmail.com>

Mark probably doesn't realize the number of people that lurk on the
list.  I've found the list highly enjoyable reading over the last week
I've been on.  Joined not as an owner, but in hopes of owning an ah at
some point.

So, Mark was wrong, however, if I were a business owner of a
restaurant in Matawan, I sure hope I'd put up a better public face
than this email represented.

I teach my kids, 2 wrongs don't make a right.  Neither display was impressive.

On Tue, Jul 1, 2008 at 10:28 AM,  <tomleavy at comcast.net> wrote:
> Mark-
>
> I didn't just stumble into your private room. I've read this list Jackass. Everyday.  If you weren't interested in the heading, than you should'nt have read it. Others were, and they replied. That's how a list works.
>
> Like many of the subscribers, I enjoy reading the contributions of many of the listers. I have learned alot about Healeys, and along the way have also learned about how the list works. It's a community of people sharing a common interest. Like any community, however, there are always just a few who don't get on well with others. They lack humility and have an overinflated perception of the value of their opinion
>
> If you can't keep your snide comments to yourself, than shut the fuck up entirely. Go join some other list where people just flame each other instead of sticking to the topic. That might be the best thing to do, because the rest of us are sick and tired of listening to assholes like you on this list. Dickhead.
>
> --
> Thomas Leavy
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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Tue Jul  1 12:00:09 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:00:09 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..
In-Reply-To: <00b401c8db82$c49d3e50$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <002a01c8dba4$4d575e30$0300a8c0@tm4>

Rich,

Great thanks for help!.. Most useful as always..

Would you have a picture of the front corner arrangement?

BTW, Why was the rear turn button fastener placed hidden on a strap? 


Many thanks,

Tadek

-----Original Message-----
From: Rich C [mailto:richchrysler at quickclic.net] 
Sent: 1 lipca 2008 16:00
To: healeys at autox.team.net; Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Cc: John Sims
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..

Tadek,

About the first of July 1954, the tonneau cover cut and design was modified 
to cover the door cockpit rails and the front corners better by being 
slightly wider and the front corner shape squaring off further forward. 
Prior to this point the tonneau was cut to approximately parallel the 
curvature of door to fascia cockpit rail shape, covering over by only about 
1 1/2". (see pic mar08 004 for early arrangement)
Then new improved design made use of turn button fasteners in the front 
corners, where prior design used a Tenax snap. A second stud (actually a 
small Tenax stud) was now used  to secure the windscreen steady spring when 
not in use. (see pic 20021). To clear this front corner stud and not cause 
the stud to eventually wear through the tonneau material, a nickeled finish 
eyelet or grommet was incorporated into the tonneau cover.
The rest of the tonneau fasteners remained as before, with a single Tenax 
fastener on the upper fascia just to the passenger's side of the mirror. 
(see tonneau in pic BN1 027)
Moving back on the car, a pair of small flaps immediately behind the doors 
had eyes fitted to fasten onto turn button studs on the rear wings. These 
flaps are sewn into the underside of the tonneau cover. (see pic 
AH100-4pris)
>From there, two Tenax fasteners, one on each side, snap onto the studs on 
the rear wing and another pair on the rear shroud deck, same as the top fits

to.
Finally at the back edge of the tonneau cover, a pair of short flat steel 
plates, painted black, are sewn into small slot openings in the rear edge. 
These slip under the rear deck chrome anchor brackets, and everything pulls 
forward from there.
I've described all the fasteners from front to back, but of course in 
fitting the tonneau cover, you start from the back and work forward.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tadeusz Malkiewicz" <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 2:11 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..


> Hello,
>
> I am looking for some pictures of correctly mounted tonneau on a BN2 - I 
> am
> not sure where do the fasteners go and in what numbers.
>
> Many thanks for help,
>
> Tadek
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From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Tue Jul  1 12:04:44 2008
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:04:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
References: <c7d.2ca3b7f3.359bc073@aol.com>
	<000501c8dba0$0a8e5710$6401a8c0@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <4A4F751F7A9E42A6B1AC3C341C39BD22@your4dacd0ea75>

Well said David-

I only read this list periodically any more because of post like this.

There are also the Snopes.com police;  the "anti-sense of humor if it 
reflects on me or my views"  types,  as well as  the current post with a 
self appointed someone "policing" someone else for listing some Healey 
parts.

Invariably someone has to pipe up and show their ignorance with political 
comments, generally anti US..

I guess the US should have not interfered in somebody's else's "business" in 
WWI or WWII.

I think the mjority of the  Iraqi people have a different opinion - that is 
the intelligent ones that don't listen to the BBC or New York Times 
political and liberal views ..

Incidentally the great nation of Canada has aided ( or "interferred " ) in 
both World Wars and the current conflicts.  Hope you all have a  Happy 
Canada Day!


( US citizen, Military Veteran, Conservative,  have common sense and proud 
of it-   Have owned Healeys since the late 50s. I  now wonder what I  have 
in common anymore with some Healey owners.)
dc





----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Z" <davzu29 at cox.net>
To: <Hartangus at aol.com>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 1:29 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Canada Day


> Let's not purposely try to get into a political discussion, and being a
> citizen of the U.S.A., but that sounds like a shot across the bow to
> me......
>
> David Z.
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: <Hartangus at aol.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 1:16 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
>
>
>> May I also offer my best wishes to all Canadians on this their special
>> day.It must be wonderful to be part of
>> a great nation which gets on with it's own business without interfering 
>> in
>> other countries.
>>                                                           Regards and 
>> best
>> wishes to you all
>>
>>
>>        Barrie from England
>> PS. my BN4 was reimported fromCanada

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Jul  1 12:06:04 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:06:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
Message-ID: <20080701180604.JAL22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

I don't even remember what Mark wrote, but it must have been one heck of a post to generate this response.  For some reason I felt ANY Healey owner had more class than to resort to F word.

First time I have ever seen it used here.

Tom 

> 
> From: "Mike Vasquez" <mike.vasquez at gmail.com>
> Date: 2008/07/01 Tue PM 01:38:00 EDT
> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
> 
> Mark probably doesn't realize the number of people that lurk on the
> list.  I've found the list highly enjoyable reading over the last week
> I've been on.  Joined not as an owner, but in hopes of owning an ah at
> some point.
> 
> So, Mark was wrong, however, if I were a business owner of a
> restaurant in Matawan, I sure hope I'd put up a better public face
> than this email represented.
> 
> I teach my kids, 2 wrongs don't make a right.  Neither display was impressive.
> 
> On Tue, Jul 1, 2008 at 10:28 AM,  <tomleavy at comcast.net> wrote:
> > Mark-
> >
> > I didn't just stumble into your private room. I've read this list Jackass. Everyday.  If you weren't interested in the heading, than you should'nt have read it. Others were, and they replied. That's how a list works.
> >
> > Like many of the subscribers, I enjoy reading the contributions of many of the listers. I have learned alot about Healeys, and along the way have also learned about how the list works. It's a community of people sharing a common interest. Like any community, however, there are always just a few who don't get on well with others. They lack humility and have an overinflated perception of the value of their opinion
> >
> > If you can't keep your snide comments to yourself, than shut the fuck up entirely. Go join some other list where people just flame each other instead of sticking to the topic. That might be the best thing to do, because the rest of us are sick and tired of listening to assholes like you on this list. Dickhead.
> >
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From Hartangus at aol.com  Tue Jul  1 12:19:35 2008
From: Hartangus at aol.com (Hartangus at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:19:35 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Canada day
Message-ID: <c42.36709d8f.359bcf37@aol.com>

I was'nt aware I was getting into a political discussion,Icertainly had,  nor 
have,any intention of so doing .
It does seem sad that I am unable to express heart felt feelings for a  
fellow Commonwealth country on
it's enveyable way of life without offending a person from a country I  
did'nt mention.
With regard to the remark about shooting across bows,it would be extreemly  
hypocritical for an Englishman
to accuse another nation of such behaviour.
                                                                Regards 
                                                                             
Barrie from England

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Tue Jul  1 12:24:35 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:24:35 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...
Message-ID: <002b01c8dba7$b72ead10$0300a8c0@tm4>

Well, well, I have covered about 40 miles in my BN2 today, came back home
safely without any incident!..

I have totally rebuild:
- front suspension
- rear suspension
- brakes
- steering

The brakes still would need a bit of adjustment, the toe-in is not set
proper, but I could not resist..

I have to say I am really impressed by the way a 52 year old car goes - the
acceleration is superb, handling is fine, I enjoyed it madly!!....

I have a few questions though:

1. What sort of play should I have on the steering wheel? It's the late type
BN2 steering box.

2. The steering wheel does not 'turn back' after a corner (like most modern
cars). Should it? (I have rebuild the steering box with a new bush.)

3. When shifting from 2nd to 3rd there seems to be no synchronization - are
the parts available?

4. What gears do you use when driving through the city? I found 2nd and 4th
most useful - it seems as though it could be a 2 speed gearbox... :-)

5. What should be the oil pressure while idling & while driving?

6. What should be the water temperature? How high should it go up when you
stop the car?

7. Should I use 98 or 95 octane petrol? (these are European standards)

8. What should be my fuel consumption?

9. I am almost 190cm, so.. when driving, the chrome top edge of the window
is on my eye level. Is there any remedy here? Anyone with similar problems
(& solutions)?...

10. When the seat is in the rearmost position the seat back (squab) seems to
be resting on the folded roof, not on the seat frame. Have I folded the roof
incorrectly or is this normal?

11. I might be forced to install orange indicators in the rear. (I hate the
thought) Nonetheless, does anyone have pictures of a neat solution to this
problem?..

12. The tow in should be set like in the book? (1/16-1/8")?

As usual, all help would be appreciated...

Many thanks!..

Tadek

From Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com  Tue Jul  1 12:52:51 2008
From: Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com (Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 20:52:51 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] WG: AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...
Message-ID: <63B1A4D5F62C7B458A5B757A5EA8175004626B30@S4DE8PSAANH.t-systems.com>

Hello Tadek,
concratulations.
Here my personal answers (my experiance) to your questions.

1. You should not feel any play, perhaps some marginal, not more than
1/2 inch.
2. The steering wheel should have a tendency to go back.
3. The usual sources can repair the gearbox 4. Cruising in 3rd or
perhaps 4th 5. above 10lb to about 50 6. about 190 is normal, my engine
very rarely goes above that, but I have problems when starting after a
minute ( when I fill up with petrol (vapour lock) 7. I use 98 octane,
but 95 should be possible (never tried) 8. about 11 to 12 Liters to
100km 9. Only way to solve is to wear glasses 10. This is normal 11. You
can put in the indicators, where the reflectors are normally, and buy
the reflectors for the BJ8 to fit under the bumper. In Germany it is
allowed to keep the original rear lights. So I stayed with the original
red.
12. yes,

Hope I could help.

Josef Eckert
Koenigswinter/Germany



1. What sort of play should I have on the steering wheel? It's the late
type
BN2 steering box.

2. The steering wheel does not 'turn back' after a corner (like most
modern cars). Should it? (I have rebuild the steering box with a new
bush.)

3. When shifting from 2nd to 3rd there seems to be no synchronization -
are the parts available?

4. What gears do you use when driving through the city? I found 2nd and
4th most useful - it seems as though it could be a 2 speed gearbox...
:-)

5. What should be the oil pressure while idling & while driving?

6. What should be the water temperature? How high should it go up when
you stop the car?

7. Should I use 98 or 95 octane petrol? (these are European standards)

8. What should be my fuel consumption?

9. I am almost 190cm, so.. when driving, the chrome top edge of the
window is on my eye level. Is there any remedy here? Anyone with similar
problems (& solutions)?...

10. When the seat is in the rearmost position the seat back (squab)
seems to be resting on the folded roof, not on the seat frame. Have I
folded the roof incorrectly or is this normal?

11. I might be forced to install orange indicators in the rear. (I hate
the
thought) Nonetheless, does anyone have pictures of a neat solution to
this problem?..

12. The tow in should be set like in the book? (1/16-1/8")?

As usual, all help would be appreciated...

Many thanks!..

Tadek

From tomleavy at comcast.net  Tue Jul  1 14:11:51 2008
From: tomleavy at comcast.net (tomleavy at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:11:51 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7-BJ8 Door Differences
Message-ID: <070120082011.14483.486A8F870005D5C500003893220730003397900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>

Howdy Listers-

Does anybody know the difference between a BJ7 and BJ8 door?

I bought a NOS door  for my 63 BJ7, and when installed, the A pillar gaps are off. Also, the bracket that the check strap attaches to on the door side is parallel to the door side of the jamb, while on the replacement door the bracket is angled in toward the cockpit.

I have heard that there is a difference between the two models (the guy who sold it to me so advised), but he said that this was a "7" version, and it was a leftover from a BJ8 project.

If anyone could email me pics their "7" or "8" door side jambs off list, I'd appreciate it.

If it turns out that this is an 8 door, it will be for sale in the near future (hope that doesn't offend anyone).

HAPPY CANADA DAY!
--
Thomas Leavy
451 Branchport Avenue
Oceanport, NJ 07757
(908) 433-9322

From tomleavy at comcast.net  Tue Jul  1 14:45:21 2008
From: tomleavy at comcast.net (tomleavy at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:45:21 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7-BJ8 Door Differences
Message-ID: <070120082045.739.486A976100022B49000002E3220699973597900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>

Hi Perry-

Thanks for the reply. I completely forgot about the door handles. They are the earlier style (latch, not push button).  Perhaps this was a late latch style door for an early BJ8. The check-strap bracket is definitely different that my original door.

I could probably make it fit if I shaved the door hinges on the door side, thus moving the door forward in the opening, but I'm not sure that will cure the fit problem. I'm stumped.



--
Thomas Leavy


 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: healeyguy at aol.com
> Thomas
> Does the door have a round or rectangular hole for the exterior door 
> handle? BJ8's are round. Door gaps being off is common and sometimes 
> requires bending things a bit or use of sims to fit.
> Aloha
> Perry
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: tomleavy at comcast.net
> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
> Sent: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 10:11 am
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ7-BJ8 Door Differences
> 
> 
> 
> Howdy Listers-
> 
> Does anybody know the difference between a BJ7 and BJ8 door?
> 
> I bought a NOS door  for my 63 BJ7, and when installed, the A pillar 
> gaps are
> off. Also, the bracket that the check strap attaches to on the door 
> side is
> parallel to the door side of the jamb, while on the replacement door 
> the bracket
> is angled in toward the cockpit.
> 
> I have heard that there is a difference between the two models (the guy 
> who sold
> it to me so advised), but he said that this was a "7" version, and it 
> was a
> leftover from a BJ8 project.
> 
> If anyone could email me pics their "7" or "8" door side jambs off 
> list, I'd
> appreciate it.
> 
> If it turns out that this is an 8 door, it will be for sale in the near 
> future
> (hope that doesn't offend anyone).
> 
> HAPPY CANADA DAY!
> --
> Thomas Leavy
> 451 Branchport Avenue
> Oceanport, NJ 07757
> (908) 433-9322
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From Hartangus at aol.com  Tue Jul  1 15:08:26 2008
From: Hartangus at aol.com (Hartangus at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 17:08:26 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Canada day
Message-ID: <d3a.264394da.359bf6ca@aol.com>

Hi Josef,
               your remarks were very much appreciated.
                                                                         
Regards
                                                                              
      Barrie from England

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul  1 17:13:17 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 18:13:17 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
In-Reply-To: <c7d.2ca3b7f3.359bc073@aol.com>
References: <c7d.2ca3b7f3.359bc073@aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807011613l24f67448rcbdfa9f4ed4146d1@mail.gmail.com>

Barrie -

It was only the US, with good support from the UK, that stepped in and
stopped the evil in Bosnia when most of Europe was paralysed in its
typical EU way.  Look at Croatia, Bosnia and Serbia now - big
improvements.

By the way, the UK, Australia, the Netherlands, Denmark, Poland and
Canada have all made big sacrifices in both Iraq and Afghanistan.

Alan



On 7/2/08, Hartangus at aol.com <Hartangus at aol.com> wrote:
> May I also offer my best wishes to all Canadians on this their special
> day.It must be wonderful to be part of
> a great nation which gets on with it's own business without interfering in
> other countries.
>                                                            Regards and best
> wishes to you all
>
>
>         Barrie from England
> PS. my BN4 was reimported fromCanada
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From ynotink at msn.com  Tue Jul  1 17:42:19 2008
From: ynotink at msn.com (WILLIAM B LAWRENCE)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 23:42:19 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
In-Reply-To: <c7d.2ca3b7f3.359bc073@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BAY101-F344534CA481FB9C9F69EB2A59E0@phx.gbl>

Thanks for the slap Barrie. Remind us not to interfere the next time you 
have your t** in a wringer.

Bill Lawrence


>From: Hartangus at aol.com
>To: healeys at autox.team.net
>Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
>Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 13:16:35 EDT
>
>May I also offer my best wishes to all Canadians on this their special
>day.It must be wonderful to be part of
>a great nation which gets on with it's own business without interfering in
>other countries.
>                                                            Regards and 
>best
>wishes to you all
>
>
>         Barrie from England
>PS. my BN4 was reimported fromCanada
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From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Tue Jul  1 17:54:34 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:54:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
In-Reply-To: <BAY101-F344534CA481FB9C9F69EB2A59E0@phx.gbl>
References: <c7d.2ca3b7f3.359bc073@aol.com>
	<BAY101-F344534CA481FB9C9F69EB2A59E0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <00de01c8dbd5$d07d2ac0$71778040$@net>

Are you saying that if it were not for our interference, then Barry might
now be speaking German? Seems that I have heard the same non interference
plea from the French.

John Sims

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
WILLIAM B LAWRENCE
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 7:42 PM
To: Hartangus at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Canada Day

Thanks for the slap Barrie. Remind us not to interfere the next time you 
have your t** in a wringer.

Bill Lawrence


>From: Hartangus at aol.com
>To: healeys at autox.team.net
>Subject: [Healeys] Canada Day
>Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 13:16:35 EDT
>
>May I also offer my best wishes to all Canadians on this their special
>day.It must be wonderful to be part of
>a great nation which gets on with it's own business without interfering in
>other countries.
>                                                            Regards and 
>best
>wishes to you all
>
>
>         Barrie from England
>PS. my BN4 was reimported fromCanada
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Tue Jul  1 17:52:36 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:52:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas Part
Message-ID: <20080701.195237.3380.1.dwflagg@juno.com>

Does anyone know the application for Lucas part number 54939605? TIA.

Doug
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From bbb11489 at azboss.net  Tue Jul  1 18:55:25 2008
From: bbb11489 at azboss.net (Russ Staub)
Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:55:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
In-Reply-To: <28f529ba0807011038k512e6dbcr1539e6aa3d74cdca@mail.gmail.com>
References: <070120081728.12109.486A693B000B025900002F4D220073747897900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>
	<28f529ba0807011038k512e6dbcr1539e6aa3d74cdca@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <486AD1FD.1070401@azboss.net>

Thank you Mike-

At least some of the people on this list (probably nearly all)  
recognize the value of at least a modest degree of civility and self 
restraint!

Russ Staub
Mesa, AZ

Mike Vasquez wrote:

>Mark probably doesn't realize the number of people that lurk on the
>list.  I've found the list highly enjoyable reading over the last week
>I've been on.  Joined not as an owner, but in hopes of owning an ah at
>some point.
>
>So, Mark was wrong, however, if I were a business owner of a
>restaurant in Matawan, I sure hope I'd put up a better public face
>than this email represented.
>
>I teach my kids, 2 wrongs don't make a right.  Neither display was impressive.

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Tue Jul  1 20:35:20 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:35:20 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
In-Reply-To: <001801c8db64$bb2fe570$cf29e046@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <063020081426.8501.4868ECF8000290E400002135220588617297900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>
	<001801c8db64$bb2fe570$cf29e046@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <744CB1E9-BDE5-4AC3-9A11-779933BD0F9A@cox.net>

I don't remember reading any rules about not selling stuff.

I'll add an "F" bomb, too but I don't think it would help.

Wilko
San Diego.

Glad when good stuff is offered here first.






On Jul 1, 2008, at 3:25 AM, Mark LaPierre wrote:

> Got to love it when people come on to the list just to post their  
> classified
> ad.
>
> I'm sure you would have received your asking price by post to the list
> first.
> (pre- Ebay)
>
> Hope you get your top dollar.
>
> Mark
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <tomleavy at comcast.net>
> To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 10:26 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Tue Jul  1 22:23:24 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:23:24 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] healey parts for sale
Message-ID: <009701c8dbfb$5e975770$5201a8c0@Jim>

do not give a hoot about anyone's political persuasion, but sure am glad when
someone offers parts to the list before they put it on ebay.  saved me some
bucks a few times in the past.   healeymanjim

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Tue Jul  1 22:35:10 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:35:10 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] knock
Message-ID: <009e01c8dbfd$02de6fc0$5201a8c0@Jim>

have a bj8 in the club that has a knock in left front wheel when brakes are
applied.  could also be on pax side but am too deaf to hear it.  have looked
at brake pads and calipers, hubs, bearings, steering links and boxes, kingpins
and anything else that looks suspicious.   does not seem to do it while in
reverse.   any ideas?     healeymanjim

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul  1 23:22:00 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 13:22:00 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] knock
In-Reply-To: <009e01c8dbfd$02de6fc0$5201a8c0@Jim>
References: <009e01c8dbfd$02de6fc0$5201a8c0@Jim>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807012222v66d80c27o936e483ab4e456ba@mail.gmail.com>

Jim -

Have you checked to see if the lower A-Arm's bolt/bush link to the
king pin has come off?  If this happens you can get this symptom.

Also, check the wheel bearing shimming - if it is slightly under
shimmed and the disk is loose, you can get this symptom too.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 12:35 PM, James  Shope <healeymanjim at hansencc.net> wrote:
> have a bj8 in the club that has a knock in left front wheel when brakes are
> applied.  could also be on pax side but am too deaf to hear it.  have looked
> at brake pads and calipers, hubs, bearings, steering links and boxes, kingpins
> and anything else that looks suspicious.   does not seem to do it while in
> reverse.   any ideas?     healeymanjim

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Jul  2 06:03:08 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 8:03:08 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
Message-ID: <20080702120308.DKTV22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Not trying to defend anyone, but I think the whole issue was that some items were put up on EBay and THEN mentioned here on the list.  (correct me if I am wrong). And--the writer thought it would have been better to have offered them to the list first and then, if they didn't sell here, put them up on EBay.

Both writers could have been more civil.

Cheers
tom 


> 
> From: "Eric (Rick) Wilkins" <e-wilkins at cox.net>
> Date: 2008/07/01 Tue PM 10:35:20 EDT
> CC: Healey List <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
> 
> I don't remember reading any rules about not selling stuff.
> 
> I'll add an "F" bomb, too but I don't think it would help.
> 
> Wilko
> San Diego.
> 
> Glad when good stuff is offered here first.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Jul 1, 2008, at 3:25 AM, Mark LaPierre wrote:
> 
> > Got to love it when people come on to the list just to post their  
> > classified
> > ad.
> >
> > I'm sure you would have received your asking price by post to the list
> > first.
> > (pre- Ebay)
> >
> > Hope you get your top dollar.
> >
> > Mark
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: <tomleavy at comcast.net>
> > To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 10:26 AM
> > Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
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From shop at justbrits.com  Wed Jul  2 12:34:08 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 12:34:08 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
References: <20080702120308.DKTV22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <01a001c8dc72$37535610$6501a8c0@shop>

NOT to keep this thing going, but hopefully put it to rest:

<<Not trying to defend anyone, but I think the whole issue was that some items were put up on EBay and THEN mentioned here on the list.  (correct me if I am wrong). And--the writer thought it would have been better to have offered them to the list first and then, if they didn't sell here, put them up on EBay.>>

Tom, you hit the nail on the HEAD !!  Done very poorly, IMHO.
 
<<Both writers could have been more civil.>>

Qualifies for Understatement of The Year<G>!!

Ed    

PS:  I might add that you & Rick will only get this ON List because I ALWAYS the EXTRA 10 SECONDS to amend the "Reply All:" so that it ONLY goes to the List.  Phew, a TON of VERY "hard work"<G>!!

From m.brouillette at comcast.net  Wed Jul  2 11:49:17 2008
From: m.brouillette at comcast.net (m.brouillette at comcast.net)
Date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:49:17 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
Message-ID: <070220081749.1540.486BBF9D000980A40000060422070208530A9B9B0A0404079A019D0DD203@comcast.net>

Folks,

  I have to be honest, I have no problem with the gentleman putting his hardtop on Ebay with a reasonable "buy it now" price as he did, and then letting us know about it.

  Why not?  He's just advertising a part that he wishes to sell, that we may want or not, but it gets the word out that the part is available, and Ebay just expands his base of sale because folks, we aren't the only Healey owners out there and some of the non list ones do peruse Ebay and other spots.
 
  How is this different than a guy who makes reproduction steering wheels mentioning that or a rear end gear set, or a Healey shop who answers questions, but has a sales pitch on an email tag?  I'll be the first to admit, I have bought from a number of people that have advertised parts here and some of them had them listed on Ebay.

Guys, life's too short to get worked up about this stuff, and knowing the average age of us all, some of us probably can't handle the excitement anyways according to the doctors...

JMHO,

Mike Brouillette
59 BT7
 
 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Ed's Shop" <shop at justbrits.com>
> NOT to keep this thing going, but hopefully put it to rest:
> 
> <<Not trying to defend anyone, but I think the whole issue was that some items 
> were put up on EBay and THEN mentioned here on the list.  (correct me if I am 
> wrong). And--the writer thought it would have been better to have offered them 
> to the list first and then, if they didn't sell here, put them up on EBay.>>
> 
> Tom, you hit the nail on the HEAD !!  Done very poorly, IMHO.
>  
> <<Both writers could have been more civil.>>
> 
> Qualifies for Understatement of The Year<G>!!
> 
> Ed    
> 
> PS:  I might add that you & Rick will only get this ON List because I ALWAYS the 
> EXTRA 10 SECONDS to amend the "Reply All:" so that it ONLY goes to the List.  
> Phew, a TON of VERY "hard work"<G>!!

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Wed Jul  2 15:01:03 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 17:01:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Paint Formulation and Brand
Message-ID: <00bb01c8dc86$bd718140$021919ac@valued28addca9>

My 66 BJ8 needs to be repainted. It is and will remain BRG. The one guy that
I've talked to wants to use base coat/ clear coat. Maybe that is OK, I don't
know how to visualize what I've never seen. Last time that it was painted was
about 1979 with a single stage paint, probably an acrylic enamel??? Opinions
please on single stage and bc/cc in BRG. What about paint brands?

I know some people feel that bc/cc is too shiny, but the paint on my car where
it is good and is waxed is really shiny too. And, don't I want it to be shiny?
I think so, but I don't know how to guess how shiny "too shiny" is. Anyone
have actual experience here? Happy or disappointed? I'd like to hear.

BTW, did you know that cat pee turns BRG blue? Its true! I can show you
evidence (UUhhh).

Thanks,

Bob Johnson
BJ8

From phillip.leslie at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul  2 15:32:31 2008
From: phillip.leslie at sbcglobal.net (Phillip Leslie)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 14:32:31 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Window glass for BJ8
Message-ID: <177982.94098.qm@web83108.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Does anyone have a good source for a BJ8 window glass? My right side window recently exploded. 

From donyarber at earthlink.net  Wed Jul  2 15:37:23 2008
From: donyarber at earthlink.net (Don Yarber)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 16:37:23 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Help with cell phone infor (NO HEALEY CONTENT)
Message-ID: <000801c8dc8b$d19077d0$2450e104@yourc8bh3jaglt>

    Hi:
I do not have a regular cell phone but use the "Callwave" cell phone service 
and was carrying a phone in my car for emergency purposes only.  That phone 
is now broken.
Question:  Can I buy a cell phone and program it with the same number as my 
"Callwave" cell phone?

Thanks in Advance.
Don (former BN7 Owner)
Author of "Bodies and Beaches" and "Corpses and Canyons"
Find news about my books at
www.kipyardleymysteries.com

From dwflagg at juno.com  Wed Jul  2 15:46:40 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 17:46:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas Part
Message-ID: <20080702.174640.340.1.dwflagg@juno.com>

Ed, et all

They appear to be a head lamp base. Round phenolic with a compressed
fiber base. One side has the three slots for the head lamp and the other
has three corresponding holes with the older style "bullet" connectors.
Did I tell enough **?

WHAT is it, Doug??  NARROWS the "per parts catalog" sorta search!!

Tell the List !!! <G>
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From RonFineEsq at earthlink.net  Wed Jul  2 16:22:36 2008
From: RonFineEsq at earthlink.net (Ron Fine)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 15:22:36 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
Message-ID: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>

I need to replace my radiator fan (original 6 blade) because it lost one of
the blades on two day ago while I was 50 miles north of San Diego on my way to
Conclave.  I will post more information and my impressions of my first Healey
conclave later.  For now, I am trying to decide which replacement sold by Moss
to buy.  There is a red 5 blade plastic fan or a 6 blade SS (flex blade) fan
to pick from.  Has anyone had any negative experience with either of these
fans??

Ron Fine
61BN7 ( in need of some repairs)

From autofarm at cyg.net  Wed Jul  2 16:27:10 2008
From: autofarm at cyg.net (Bob Yule)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 18:27:10 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Window glass for BJ8
References: <177982.94098.qm@web83108.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <003f01c8dc92$c62db7c0$6500a8c0@OFFICE>

    We have them in stock.
Cheers.......Bob
Check out our web site www.autofarm.net
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Phillip Leslie" <phillip.leslie at sbcglobal.net>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 5:32 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Window glass for BJ8


> Does anyone have a good source for a BJ8 window glass? My right side 
> window recently exploded.
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From Awgertoo at aol.com  Wed Jul  2 16:30:42 2008
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 18:30:42 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
Message-ID: <cb8.31fad353.359d5b92@aol.com>

Ron--
 
I had a negative experience with a five-blade plastic fan made by another  
supplier (DW)--after several years' use the tips were pulled permanently  
forward approximately one inch at rest and even more at revs which probably did  
little for its efficiency.  I replaced it with a steel flex-fan supplied by  
British Car Specialties (Nock) which made a substantial difference in the  car's 
abiility to tolerate high temps and bouts of traffic, etc.  It  is a bit 
noisier but that never bothered me.  The BCS fan required a bit of  adapting to fit 
over the hub of the pulley but I don't think this is necessary  on 
six-cylinder cars.
 
Best--Michael Oritt   
----------------------------------------------------
 
 
In a message dated 7/2/2008 6:22:52 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
RonFineEsq at earthlink.net writes:

There is  a red 5 blade plastic fan or a 6 blade SS (flex blade) fan
to pick  from.  Has anyone had any negative experience with either of  these
fans??





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From csooch1 at aol.com  Wed Jul  2 17:40:51 2008
From: csooch1 at aol.com (Chris Masucci)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 18:40:51 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Help with cell phone infor (NO HEALEY CONTENT)
In-Reply-To: <000801c8dc8b$d19077d0$2450e104@yourc8bh3jaglt>
Message-ID: <c1c.3c555322.359d6c02@aol.com>

Does it have a SIM card?  Meaning, does it have a 5/8" by 3/4" thin card
under the battery?  If so, you might be able to put that SIM card in any
other GSM cell phone and connect to the network.

If not, chances are you have to start over or go back to the phone supplier
to get a replacement.

Cheers,
Chris

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+chris.masucci=alumni.rutgers.edu at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+chris.masucci=alumni.rutgers.edu at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Don Yarber
Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 4:37 PM
To: Healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Help with cell phone infor (NO HEALEY CONTENT)

    Hi:
I do not have a regular cell phone but use the "Callwave" cell phone service
and was carrying a phone in my car for emergency purposes only.  That phone
is now broken.
Question:  Can I buy a cell phone and program it with the same number as my
"Callwave" cell phone?

Thanks in Advance.
Don (former BN7 Owner)
Author of "Bodies and Beaches" and "Corpses and Canyons"
Find news about my books at
www.kipyardleymysteries.com
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From Editorgary at aol.com  Wed Jul  2 17:45:43 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 19:45:43 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Three degrees of separation
Message-ID: <c41.3a470a14.359d6d27@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/1/08 5:35:49 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


> 
> So who was Gary Anderson traveling with when he ran into my brother in
> law in San Clemente?
> 
> I love living in a small town...
> 

Yo, Ron...
The traveling band your brother-in-law met, slightly shell-shocked from 
driving on those interstate highways you folks down here consider reasonable means 
to travel from one place to another, were Smith Brody, me, Jeff and Dawn Mach 
in   a bugeye, and John Wilson with his fiance Joan. So why aren't you here in 
San Diego at the meet? John Hunt's brand new (way too bright red) Nash Healey 
coupe was a big hit at the show today.
I'm driving back on Saturday, probably with George Henke, and plan to take 
Interhell 5 up to San Clemente, then take Highway 1 from San Clemente to Oxnard 
before picking up 101. All these silly Angelenos say, "why would you want to 
do that? It's going to take an hour longer than if you go I5 to I405." I try to 
explain that I actually prefer driving 40 miles an hour along the beach road, 
stopping occasionally at red lights to look around and enjoy the scenery, 
rather than driving 80 mph to stay up with traffic, while cursing the woman on 
her cell phone (hands-free? what a joke) in her SUV who is moving over into my 
lane, unaware that I am occupying the space already into which she is moving.
In any case, it's been a nice meet so far, and the trip home should be 
pleasant (even with the smoke and Highway 1 closed north of Cambria.

Cheers
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From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Wed Jul  2 17:55:55 2008
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 16:55:55 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
In-Reply-To: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
Message-ID: <94625.95572.qm@web50002.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Ron,
   
  I had the SS flex fan from Moss for a while before my rebuild.  It's ok at best when at speed and downright sucks in slow, stop and go traffic.  Probably because it doesn't flex at slow speeds.  Now I run the 5 blade fan and it works well.  Been on for 3 years with no overheating issues.  
   
  I may still have the flex fan at home.  You're welcome to it.  I can ship it tomorrow overnight if you need it in SD, CA.  Just reimburse me for the shipping.  Let me know
   
  Hope that helps.  
   
  Cheers,
  Carlos
   
  

Ron Fine <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net> wrote:
  I need to replace my radiator fan (original 6 blade) because it lost one of
the blades on two day ago while I was 50 miles north of San Diego on my way to
Conclave. I will post more information and my impressions of my first Healey
conclave later. For now, I am trying to decide which replacement sold by Moss
to buy. There is a red 5 blade plastic fan or a 6 blade SS (flex blade) fan
to pick from. Has anyone had any negative experience with either of these
fans??

Ron Fine
61BN7 ( in need of some repairs)
_______________________________________________

From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Wed Jul  2 17:58:44 2008
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 16:58:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Help with cell phone infor (NO HEALEY CONTENT)
In-Reply-To: <c1c.3c555322.359d6c02@aol.com>
Message-ID: <533906.53859.qm@web50001.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Do you suppose the cell phone chat list ever has a question about Healeys?
   
  :-)
  

Chris Masucci <csooch1 at aol.com> wrote:
  Does it have a SIM card? Meaning, does it have a 5/8" by 3/4" thin card
under the battery? If so, you might be able to put that SIM card in any
other GSM cell phone and connect to the network.

If not, chances are you have to start over or go back to the phone supplier
to get a replacement.

Cheers,
Chris

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+chris.masucci=alumni.rutgers.edu at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+chris.masucci=alumni.rutgers.edu at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Don Yarber
Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 4:37 PM
To: Healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Help with cell phone infor (NO HEALEY CONTENT)

Hi:
I do not have a regular cell phone but use the "Callwave" cell phone service
and was carrying a phone in my car for emergency purposes only. That phone
is now broken.
Question: Can I buy a cell phone and program it with the same number as my
"Callwave" cell phone?

Thanks in Advance.
Don (former BN7 Owner)
Author of "Bodies and Beaches" and "Corpses and Canyons"

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Wed Jul  2 18:15:02 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Thu,  3 Jul 2008 10:15:02 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Precious and Spares
Message-ID: <1215044102.486c1a063c3b9@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

Just a simple opinion but are we not becoming way too precious about the 
protocols and procedures some consider should exist.IF you had lived in 
Australia back in the sixtys when Healeys were fully imported in small nos. and 
within a few ( 4-5 ) years the spares supply chain meant finding a wrecking 
yard or anyone's back yard with part of a Healey in it. This was a problem in 
itself as people learnt to be very secretative about theis stash. But if yiu 
were so lucky to find your own it required crawling under cars with flat tyres 
in long grass, chassis inhabited with Australia's second most poisioness spider 
and several killer snakes. That only became a problem if the mad dog had not 
chewed you to pieces on the way in. I hated it when the dog hid and waited 
until you had removed the parts you wanted and then attacked on the way out. 
This often resulteed in you dropping the rare part on the way to the nearest 
fence.NOW we sit in comfort and tick a box,compare prices and quality or look 
on ebay.How easy is that?
Joe

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Jul  2 18:19:01 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 20:19:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Window glass for BJ8
Message-ID: <20080703001901.IGLT22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

New or used?  I have a used one in decent shape..  But---I'm going out of town in the AM for 4 days.  Let me know.

tom 
> 
> From: Phillip Leslie <phillip.leslie at sbcglobal.net>
> Date: 2008/07/02 Wed PM 05:32:31 EDT
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Window glass for BJ8
> 
> Does anyone have a good source for a BJ8 window glass? My right side window recently exploded. 
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From shop at justbrits.com  Wed Jul  2 19:19:51 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 19:19:51 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
References: <94625.95572.qm@web50002.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <014301c8dcaa$e4f0b370$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Now I run the 5 blade fan and it works well.  Been on for 3 years with no overheating issues.  >>

Ditto, Carlos.  I have done mt town's 4th parade several times in BAD heat weather w/o probs (unless 200 degress is a prob - not<G>).

"Hortnese"
('63 BJ-7 wearing STD IL plates    AH BJ 7    )

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Jul  2 18:32:28 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 20:32:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
Message-ID: <20080703003228.UARS29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

FWIW, I drove back from Va Beach area to Pittsburgh Sunday ~ 97 degree temp.  when I got to Richmond Va, and got on I95, it was bumper to bumper stop and go most of the way to Fredricksburg (~55 miles).  I have a steel 6 bladed fan on my BJ8 and the car never got over 212.  She ran like a champ.  Then when I got to Breezewood, the sky opened up and it poured down.  This was after dark on the Pa Tpk and it was a bit nerve racking.  The little BJ8 just purred along at 65, wipers flapping wildly, while letting the super fast 18 wheelers go right on by.  I must admit though that I felt a lot better when I reached my exit from the Tpk to more calm roads!

These are amazing cars though---and----I had very few water leaks in the pour down, which was a pleasant surprise for me.

One thing I learned---the drivers in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas are much friendlier and saner drivers than those in the Va Beach and I95 areas.  I've never seen so many go so fast with such attitudes in a long while.  It was good to get back to easy-going Pittsburgh.

Tom 
> 
> From: "Ed's Shop" <shop at justbrits.com>
> Date: 2008/07/02 Wed PM 09:19:51 EDT
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
> 
> <<Now I run the 5 blade fan and it works well.  Been on for 3 years with no overheating issues.  >>
> 
> Ditto, Carlos.  I have done mt town's 4th parade several times in BAD heat weather w/o probs (unless 200 degress is a prob - not<G>).
> 
> "Hortnese"
> ('63 BJ-7 wearing STD IL plates    AH BJ 7    )
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Jul  2 18:34:43 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 20:34:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Paint Formulation and Brand
Message-ID: <20080703003443.JBOX22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

My BJ8 is BC CC in Healey Blue.  It gets its' share of compliments and I think looks great.  not to shiny at all.

tom 
> 
> From: "Bob Johnson" <robert.w.johnson at charter.net>
> Date: 2008/07/02 Wed PM 05:01:03 EDT
> To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] Paint Formulation and Brand
> 
> My 66 BJ8 needs to be repainted. It is and will remain BRG. The one guy that
> I've talked to wants to use base coat/ clear coat. Maybe that is OK, I don't
> know how to visualize what I've never seen. Last time that it was painted was
> about 1979 with a single stage paint, probably an acrylic enamel??? Opinions
> please on single stage and bc/cc in BRG. What about paint brands?
> 
> I know some people feel that bc/cc is too shiny, but the paint on my car where
> it is good and is waxed is really shiny too. And, don't I want it to be shiny?
> I think so, but I don't know how to guess how shiny "too shiny" is. Anyone
> have actual experience here? Happy or disappointed? I'd like to hear.
> 
> BTW, did you know that cat pee turns BRG blue? Its true! I can show you
> evidence (UUhhh).
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Bob Johnson
> BJ8
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul  2 18:37:48 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 20:37:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
References: <070120081728.12109.486A693B000B025900002F4D220073747897900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <003d01c8dca5$061c9470$f041e046@markl946cfrd7q>

Well , alrighty then.  I guess I over stepped my bounds somewhere along the 
way.  I will be the mature adult and apologize here. I don't think I have 
seen that many 4 letter words in one email since I got on the list in  95. 
You should have read the "Personal Email",  my screen was Smokin.

That was just my personal comment Thomas, and as far as I know that is 
allowed on the list,  however  your 4 letter words are up for debate.

Hope you do well on your ebay sale Thomas and God help the bidder if he 
doesn't pay up.

By the way Thomas what did you mean when you called me a pussy.   I haven't 
heard that one since high school, thanks for the memories.


Peace Bro,   Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tomleavy at comcast.net>
To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 1:28 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S


> Mark-
>
> I didn't just stumble into your private room. I've read this list Jackass. 
> Everyday.  If you weren't interested in the heading, than you should'nt 
> have read it. Others were, and they replied. That's how a list works.
>
> Like many of the subscribers, I enjoy reading the contributions of many of 
> the listers. I have learned alot about Healeys, and along the way have 
> also learned about how the list works. It's a community of people sharing 
> a common interest. Like any community, however, there are always just a 
> few who don't get on well with others. They lack humility and have an 
> overinflated perception of the value of their opinion
>
> If you can't keep your snide comments to yourself, than shut the fuck up 
> entirely. Go join some other list where people just flame each other 
> instead of sticking to the topic. That might be the best thing to do, 
> because the rest of us are sick and tired of listening to assholes like 
> you on this list. Dickhead.
>
> --
> Thomas Leavy
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul  2 19:39:41 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 21:39:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
References: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
Message-ID: <005e01c8dcae$13452d20$f041e046@markl946cfrd7q>

Sorry Ron, I have switched to the Texas Cooler but haven't experienced a 
high
heat issue yet , since install,  to comment.

However I did have a question on the same  topic.
This fan issue has come up before but I don't recall any mention of 
preventative maintenance that can be taken to prevent a blade from flying. 
Has anyone
tried adding a couple of pop rivets,  J B weld or even a couple of spot 
welds to the fan blades to keep them in place without throwing the fans off 
balance.

I assume this would have to be done evenly on all of the blades.

This "flying blade syndrome" puts a whole new meaning to the checking under 
the hood
routine.



Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 6:22 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan


>I need to replace my radiator fan (original 6 blade) because it lost one of
> the blades on two day ago while I was 50 miles north of San Diego on my 
> way to
> Conclave.  I will post more information and my impressions of my first 
> Healey
> conclave later.  For now, I am trying to decide which replacement sold by 
> Moss
> to buy.  There is a red 5 blade plastic fan or a 6 blade SS (flex blade) 
> fan
> to pick from.  Has anyone had any negative experience with either of these
> fans??
>
> Ron Fine
> 61BN7 ( in need of some repairs)
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From bjcap at optonline.net  Wed Jul  2 21:13:48 2008
From: bjcap at optonline.net (Carroll A Phillips)
Date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:13:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] re paint formulation
Message-ID: <002f01c8dcba$cffab140$6401a8c0@carrolls>

Bob,

My experience as a full time resto shop and body /paint guy is for the 
metallics you are pretty much destined for a base/clear system. For solid 
colors you can go (my recomendation) a single stage urethane. Why, because 
the single stage will allow for spot repairs if needed and not having to 
reclear a whole panel and most importantly for darker colors the longevity 
of the surface from constant washings that will haze a clearcoat ( it 
scratches white ) Yes they will both will clean up with a polish or wet sand 
/buff but there is just a better look on a solid color to me with a single 
stage setup. As far as high gloss goes, it depends on the brand and / or 
type of urethane used. Consult your painter. Ive used a flattening agent on 
the single stage or clearcoats (top coats) to die down the gloss in my 
frame/engine bay/trunk/ all black parts/ top frame assy. ect. as the 
original enamels werent  the same high gloss as modern urethanes are. Trick 
is to get it looking like the original. Your choice, some folks like it all 
glossy.

Carroll Phillips       Top Down Restorations 

From RonFineEsq at earthlink.net  Wed Jul  2 22:33:26 2008
From: RonFineEsq at earthlink.net (Ron Fine)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 21:33:26 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
References: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
	<005e01c8dcae$13452d20$f041e046@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <E34062682A24463099DE8475003B50B8@XPS400>

After taking a closer look at my fan today when I got home from San Diego, I 
can see that the blade broke  at the point where the spoke on the center hub 
starts to twist.  This is below the spot where the thin blade is riveted to 
the hub spoke.  The thickest part of the metal fan where there are no rivets 
or other obvious reasons for the metal to fail.  I'll try to post some 
photos later.   When going through my restoration this fan was stripped of 
all paint and I examined it carefully for any obvious cracks.  I did not 
have it checked by a machine shop but it certainly looked like it was in 
good condition before I repainted it.
Ron

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark LaPierre" <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
To: "Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 6:39 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan


> Sorry Ron, I have switched to the Texas Cooler but haven't experienced a 
> high
> heat issue yet , since install,  to comment.
>
> However I did have a question on the same  topic.
> This fan issue has come up before but I don't recall any mention of 
> preventative maintenance that can be taken to prevent a blade from flying. 
> Has anyone
> tried adding a couple of pop rivets,  J B weld or even a couple of spot 
> welds to the fan blades to keep them in place without throwing the fans 
> off balance.
>
> I assume this would have to be done evenly on all of the blades.
>
> This "flying blade syndrome" puts a whole new meaning to the checking 
> under the hood
> routine.

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Wed Jul  2 22:44:14 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 12:44:14 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
In-Reply-To: <E34062682A24463099DE8475003B50B8@XPS400>
References: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
	<005e01c8dcae$13452d20$f041e046@markl946cfrd7q>
	<E34062682A24463099DE8475003B50B8@XPS400>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807022144s54a51553sb6b2bb34a4bff758@mail.gmail.com>

Ron -

You have to be thankful it didn't send a blade through the shroud or
bonnet - I've seen pictures of that before!

The metal fans that BCS sells are probably your best bet for cooling.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Thu, Jul 3, 2008 at 12:33 PM, Ron Fine <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net> wrote:
> After taking a closer look at my fan today when I got home from San Diego, I
> can see that the blade broke  at the point where the spoke on the center hub
> starts to twist.  This is below the spot where the thin blade is riveted to
> the hub spoke.  The thickest part of the metal fan where there are no rivets
> or other obvious reasons for the metal to fail.  I'll try to post some
> photos later.   When going through my restoration this fan was stripped of
> all paint and I examined it carefully for any obvious cracks.  I did not
> have it checked by a machine shop but it certainly looked like it was in
> good condition before I repainted it.
> Ron
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Mark LaPierre" <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
> To: "Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 6:39 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
>
>
>> Sorry Ron, I have switched to the Texas Cooler but haven't experienced a
>> high
>> heat issue yet , since install,  to comment.
>>
>> However I did have a question on the same  topic.
>> This fan issue has come up before but I don't recall any mention of
>> preventative maintenance that can be taken to prevent a blade from flying.
>> Has anyone
>> tried adding a couple of pop rivets,  J B weld or even a couple of spot
>> welds to the fan blades to keep them in place without throwing the fans
>> off balance.
>>
>> I assume this would have to be done evenly on all of the blades.
>>
>> This "flying blade syndrome" puts a whole new meaning to the checking
>> under the hood
>> routine.

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Wed Jul  2 23:02:14 2008
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 22:02:14 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
In-Reply-To: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
References: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10807022202r7866a218r4ccfe5457ce08346@mail.gmail.com>

I had a SS fan on one of my cars once.  Worked great, but noisy as hell at
speed.

On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 3:22 PM, Ron Fine <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net> wrote:

> I need to replace my radiator fan (original 6 blade) because it lost one of
> the blades on two day ago while I was 50 miles north of San Diego on my way
> to
> Conclave.  I will post more information and my impressions of my first
> Healey
> conclave later.  For now, I am trying to decide which replacement sold by
> Moss
> to buy.  There is a red 5 blade plastic fan or a 6 blade SS (flex blade)
> fan
> to pick from.  Has anyone had any negative experience with either of these
> fans??
>
> Ron Fine
> 61BN7 ( in need of some repairs)
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From joemulqueen at yahoo.com  Wed Jul  2 23:53:28 2008
From: joemulqueen at yahoo.com (joe mulqueen)
Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 22:53:28 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
Message-ID: <948596.27275.qm@web82207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

People advertising their ebay auction are usually
advertsing "an auction"....regardless of the "buy it
now" price.  Advertising an auction on this list just
seems odd to alot of people..including odd I.
JoeM
'60 BT7 project 


Date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:49:17 +0000
From: m.brouillette at comcast.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Cc: Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com>
Message-ID:


Folks,

  I have to be honest, I have no problem with the
gentleman putting his hardtop on Ebay with a
reasonable "buy it now" price as he did, and
 then letting us know about it.

  Why not?  He's just advertising a part that he
wishes to sell, that
 we may want or not, but it gets the word out that the
part is available,
 and Ebay just expands his base of sale because folks,
we aren't the
 only Healey owners out there and some of the non list
ones 

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul  3 02:34:56 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 16:34:56 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
In-Reply-To: <948596.27275.qm@web82207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <948596.27275.qm@web82207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807030134q7fbcf8cbx4a1b4e9cdbae3796@mail.gmail.com>

Yes, there's no law against people promoting their ebay items here,
which is perfectly fine as far as I'm concerned.

That being said I've always felt the "price" I pay to all of you for
your help over the years is to offer bits that I have to you first -
sometimes give them away.  I've done this several times with some
pretty valuable stuff (like the pair of original factory BJ8 front
disc wheel hubs I sold for $100 to a list member - ok maybe I
undercharged for that one!).

Either way you guys have been great to me over the years so when I
have stuff to unload I will always go here first.  Speaking of which
I've got an item to put to the list...

Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Thu, Jul 3, 2008 at 1:53 PM, joe mulqueen <joemulqueen at yahoo.com> wrote:
> People advertising their ebay auction are usually
> advertsing "an auction"....regardless of the "buy it
> now" price.  Advertising an auction on this list just
> seems odd to alot of people..including odd I.
> JoeM
> '60 BT7 project
>
>
> Date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:49:17 +0000
> From: m.brouillette at comcast.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Cc: Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com>
> Message-ID:
>
>
> Folks,
>
>  I have to be honest, I have no problem with the
> gentleman putting his hardtop on Ebay with a
> reasonable "buy it now" price as he did, and
>  then letting us know about it.
>
>  Why not?  He's just advertising a part that he
> wishes to sell, that
>  we may want or not, but it gets the word out that the
> part is available,
>  and Ebay just expands his base of sale because folks,
> we aren't the
>  only Healey owners out there and some of the non list
> ones
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From twillig at ruda.de  Thu Jul  3 03:35:45 2008
From: twillig at ruda.de (Thomas Willig)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 11:35:45 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] DMH's 100. Birthday
Message-ID: <0807031135485300@ruda.de>

Please remember

Donald Michell Healey

*3. July 1898   13. Januar 1988

Happy Healying


Thomas Willig

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Thu Jul  3 03:37:29 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 05:37:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
Message-ID: <000b01c8dcf0$69f70fc0$b429e046@markl946cfrd7q>

Sorry for this resend.  I don't think it went through the first time.

Mark



> Sorry Ron, I have switched to the Texas Cooler but haven't experienced a 
> high
> heat issue yet . So I can't  comment on its success.
> However I did have a question on the same  topic.
> This fan issue has come up before but I don't recall any mention of 
> preventative maintenance that can be taken to prevent a blade from flying. 
> Has anyone
> tried adding a couple of pop rivets,  J B weld or even a couple of spot 
> welds to the fan blades to keep them in place without throwing the fans 
> off balance.
>
> I assume this would have to be done evenly on all of the blades.
>
> This "flying blade syndrome" puts a whole new meaning to the checking 
> under the hood
> routine.
>
>
>
> Mark
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 6:22 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
>
>
>>I need to replace my radiator fan (original 6 blade) because it lost one 
>>of
>> the blades on two day ago while I was 50 miles north of San Diego on my 
>> way to
>> Conclave.  I will post more information and my impressions of my first 
>> Healey
>> conclave later.  For now, I am trying to decide which replacement sold by 
>> Moss
>> to buy.  There is a red 5 blade plastic fan or a 6 blade SS (flex blade) 
>> fan
>> to pick from.  Has anyone had any negative experience with either of 
>> these
>> fans??
>>
>> Ron Fine
>> 61BN7 ( in need of some repairs)
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
>> Healeys at autox.team.net
>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>>
>> You are subscribed as lapierrem at sbcglobal.net
>>
>> http://www.team.net/archive

From Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com  Thu Jul  3 03:41:00 2008
From: Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com (Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 11:41:00 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] DMH's 100. Birthday
In-Reply-To: <0807031135485300@ruda.de>
References: <0807031135485300@ruda.de>
Message-ID: <63B1A4D5F62C7B458A5B757A5EA8175004626E65@S4DE8PSAANH.t-systems.com>

 I thought he would be 110 today.
Sorry could not refuse.

Josef Eckert
Konigswinter/Germany

-----Urspr|ngliche Nachricht-----
Von: healeys-bounces+josef.eckert=t-systems.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+josef.eckert=t-systems.com at autox.team.net] Im Auftrag
von Thomas Willig
Gesendet: Donnerstag, 3. Juli 2008 11:36
An: healeys at autox.team.net
Betreff: [Healeys] DMH's 100. Birthday

Please remember

Donald Michell Healey

*3. July 1898   13. Januar 1988

Happy Healying


Thomas Willig

From shop at justbrits.com  Thu Jul  3 04:43:23 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:43:23 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 4 Seater Hard Top F/S
References: <948596.27275.qm@web82207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0807030134q7fbcf8cbx4a1b4e9cdbae3796@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <00eb01c8dcf9$9eafade0$6501a8c0@shop>

<<That being said I've always felt the "price" I pay to all of you for
your help over the years is to offer bits that I have to you first ->>

ABSOLUTELY, Alan !!!

Personally, I would NOT think of going to eBay FIRST, but I WOULD
"offer up" here FIRST.

From twillig at ruda.de  Thu Jul  3 04:31:38 2008
From: twillig at ruda.de (Thomas Willig)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 12:31:38 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] DMH's 100. Birthday
In-Reply-To: <63B1A4D5F62C7B458A5B757A5EA8175004626E65@S4DE8PSAANH.t-systems.com>
Message-ID: <0807031231422600@ruda.de>

As one can see I'am in cars not in calculations.

Stupid me...

Thomas

-----Urspr|ngliche Nachricht-----
Von: Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com [mailto:Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com]
Gesendet: Donnerstag, 3. Juli 2008 11:41
An: twillig at ruda.de;
Betreff: AW: [Healeys] DMH's 100. Birthday


 I thought he would be 110 today.
Sorry could not refuse.

Josef Eckert
Konigswinter/Germany

-----Urspr|ngliche Nachricht-----
Von: healeys-bounces+josef.eckert=t-systems.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+josef.eckert=t-systems.com at autox.team.net] Im
Auftrag von Thomas Willig
Gesendet: Donnerstag, 3. Juli 2008 11:36
An: healeys at autox.team.net
Betreff: [Healeys] DMH's 100. Birthday

Please remember

Donald Michell Healey

*3. July 1898   13. Januar 1988

Happy Healying


Thomas Willig

From bighealey at charter.net  Thu Jul  3 06:51:56 2008
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 05:51:56 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] knock
In-Reply-To: <009e01c8dbfd$02de6fc0$5201a8c0@Jim>
Message-ID: <002001c8dd0b$93dca9b0$1002a8c0@TRACY>

Jim,

Check the clevis pin and the hole in the brake pedal itself. Sounds odd but
the free play from wear can cause a thump which reverberates through the
firewall making it real tough to tell where the sound comes from.  Not bad
things to check anyway as the pins are pretty soft and get worn after 45
years.  You will also be able to validate why you will never qualify as a
contortionist!

Warm regards,

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+bighealey=charter.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+bighealey=charter.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
James Shope
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 9:35 PM
To: healeys
Subject: [Healeys] knock

have a bj8 in the club that has a knock in left front wheel when brakes are
applied.  could also be on pax side but am too deaf to hear it.  have looked
at brake pads and calipers, hubs, bearings, steering links and boxes,
kingpins
and anything else that looks suspicious.   does not seem to do it while in
reverse.   any ideas?     healeymanjim
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Jul  3 08:06:18 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:06:18 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] knock
In-Reply-To: <002001c8dd0b$93dca9b0$1002a8c0@TRACY>
References: <002001c8dd0b$93dca9b0$1002a8c0@TRACY>
Message-ID: <486CDCDA.3070401@comcast.net>

Is it a single knock, or continuous?  If the latter, consider uneven pad 
material buildup on the rotor.

See here:  http://www.stoptech.com/tech_info/wp_warped_brakedisk.shtml

Lots of other good info on this site as well.


bs


Tracy Drummond wrote:
> Jim,
>
> Check the clevis pin and the hole in the brake pedal itself. Sounds odd but
> the free play from wear can cause a thump which reverberates through the
> firewall making it real tough to tell where the sound comes from.  Not bad
> things to check anyway as the pins are pretty soft and get worn after 45
> years.  You will also be able to validate why you will never qualify as a
> contortionist!
>
> Warm regards,
>
> Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
> President AHCUSA              www.healey.org
>
>
> Subject: [Healeys] knock
>
> have a bj8 in the club that has a knock in left front wheel when brakes are
> applied.  could also be on pax side but am too deaf to hear it.  have looked
> at brake pads and calipers, hubs, bearings, steering links and boxes,
> kingpins
> and anything else that looks suspicious.   does not seem to do it while in
> reverse.   any ideas?     healeymanjim
>   
*******************************************************************
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From Hartangus at aol.com  Thu Jul  3 09:53:16 2008
From: Hartangus at aol.com (Hartangus at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 11:53:16 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Canada day
Message-ID: <ce5.3562cca4.359e4fec@aol.com>

Hi Josef,
            thanks  for your kind words.I would have very much liked to have 
met you in Sweden, but  the cost
 is prohibitive.however I do take the Healey to the Continent  occasionally 
and when next Ido I will try to contact you.
Bill, I was'nt aware I had my tits in a wringer but you can rest  assured  
you will be the last person I contact in that event.
 Alan, how in the name of all thats holy did we get from me wishing  
Canadians a happy Canada day to
 Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia, Iraq and Afghanistan
                                                              Regards Barrie 
from England 

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Thu Jul  3 11:35:45 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:35:45 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...
In-Reply-To: <BAY101-F38D7B54D4BCCB8117E79DFA5990@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <000601c8dd33$3941e6f0$0200a8c0@tm4>

As always, many thanks for help!.. The list is always most helpful..

I have checked my oil pressure, and it seems I do not go below 35 lb at idle
(which is about 1000 rpm). The cursing oil pressure is at about 50 lb.
This should be alright?

The water temperature does not go above 190F standing in traffic on a hot
(95F) day..

My transmission is too tight - I think I might check If I should install
some extra shim on the column end, as unscrewing the adjuster nut does not
help much..

I have checked my suspension today and I have:
Caster:
L:    0.83 deg
R:    1.30 deg
Book: 1.45 deg

Camber:
L:   +0.50 deg
R:   -0.33 deg
Book: 1.00 deg

The toe was set to almost 0.


Are these values ok??


Many thanks for help,

Tadek

From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Thu Jul  3 12:42:10 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 11:42:10 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] DMH, July 3, 1898 !!!! (110 years)
Message-ID: <023601c8dd3c$8287e720$6a35480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

 ----- Original Message ----- >
 From: "62bt7" <62bt7 at prodigy.net>
 To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
 Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 12:05 PM
 Subject: DMH, July 3, 1898 !!!! (110 years)
 
 On July 3, 1898, Donald Mitchell Healey, C.B.E. was born.
                    (Commander of the British Empire)
 
                      July 3, 1898 - January 15, 1988
 -------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
 Thursday, July 3, 2008 is the 110th anniversary of his birth.
 
 In celebration of this event in history, we all should dip
 our British and or National Flags if we have them.......
 
 Sip a little Lord Calvert, start our (Austin) Engines, Honk our (Lucas) 
 Horns, and Drive our (Donald Healey) Cars in his honor, and to the 
 survivors of his family who still honor us, his fans.
 
 (Lest we forget, if not for his family, DMH would not have become 
 who he is)
 
 Just think for a moment....... where would we all be today if not for....
                      
                    DONALD MITCHELL HEALEY C.B.E.
 
 
 CHEERS TO YOU DONALD,
 YOU'LL ALWAYS HAVE MY VOTE
 
 Kirk Kvam
 Playing with Healey's since 1961
 62BT7 Tri-Carb
 60BN7 (#405) Nasty Boy 

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From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Thu Jul  3 15:11:15 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:11:15 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] loud clatter & conclave followup
Message-ID: <C4928E83.280DD%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

Just got back from Conclave in San Diego--short distance but high heat
content.

Left San Diego for Altadena (N of Pasadena, 142 miles one way via the inland
route).

Had added STP Red to my Shell 20-50 oil prior to trip. Added Marvel Mystery
Oil at all fillups to prevent any [what I think is] valve train clatter.

No clatter heard at any time.

Today approx 125 of the 142 miles was at 95+ degrees ambient. Car ran at
190+ to 205 the whole time. 3000 rpms used as max cruise.
14.1 mpg on premium--no fuel problems or hesitation of any kind. Stopped for
lunch at Tudy's Tacos in Corona where it was around 90; no flooding on
restart 20 min later with engine around 212.

Cooling system is clean, 3 yr old core, 6 blade Nock fan with beefed shroud,
100% purified water with Water Wetter & water pump lube. Stock 7lb cap.

1/4 quart of oil used in trip which was around 350 miles total.

FWIW
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Thu Jul  3 15:17:31 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:17:31 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup
Message-ID: <C4928FFB.280DE%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

At conclave we had a tech session by the owner of APT in Riverside, CA, who
are an engine builder and cam grinder for BMC A & B-series engines and
Triumphs.

He stated the feeling at present in his industry seems to be that we all
need to be adding a ZDDP additive at every oil change.

He said (hope I'm not mischaracterizing this) Valvoline Racing is the only
mainstream oil currently available that contains a usable amount of ZDDP.

Another person reported there is info on Valvoline's website detailing the
amount of ZDDP in the racing oil.

-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Thu Jul  3 15:32:45 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:32:45 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fan ideas
Message-ID: <C492938D.280DF%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

Ron,
First of all have to say the person who advocated drilling any kind of holes
in their stock fan is out of line. This could be a recipe for disaster!

I have the 6-bladed SS fan BCS sells (might be Moss). The hub and rivets in
this fan are very stout, especially since the fan blades are lightweight
compared to the original Queen Mary-style blades. They also sell a spacer
needed to move it closer to the radiator.

I'm also using a beefed Kilmartin fan shroud that fits tight against the
radiator and allows less leakage than the one BCS sells. In addition, I
added a blanking plate across the area between the radiator and front of the
hood opening.

They do make a lot of fan noise.  They sound similar to my wife's original
240Z with a stock plastic fan on a hydraulic clutch--I've always thought
these fans have a funky sound--when the car makes more fan noise than
anything else.

I'll bet the plastic fans make the same level of noise.

The solution to this on the Healey is simple--just add a louder exhaust or
rev it up higher in gears :-).
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Jul  3 16:06:47 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:06:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fan ideas
In-Reply-To: <C492938D.280DF%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
References: <C492938D.280DF%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <486D4D77.6030901@comcast.net>

re:
"I'll bet the plastic fans make the same level of noise."


Nope.


bs



Steve B. Gerow wrote:
> Ron,
> First of all have to say the person who advocated drilling any kind of holes
> in their stock fan is out of line. This could be a recipe for disaster!
>
> I have the 6-bladed SS fan BCS sells (might be Moss). The hub and rivets in
> this fan are very stout, especially since the fan blades are lightweight
> compared to the original Queen Mary-style blades. They also sell a spacer
> needed to move it closer to the radiator.
>
> I'm also using a beefed Kilmartin fan shroud that fits tight against the
> radiator and allows less leakage than the one BCS sells. In addition, I
> added a blanking plate across the area between the radiator and front of the
> hood opening.
>
> They do make a lot of fan noise.  They sound similar to my wife's original
> 240Z with a stock plastic fan on a hydraulic clutch--I've always thought
> these fans have a funky sound--when the car makes more fan noise than
> anything else.
>
> I'll bet the plastic fans make the same level of noise.
>
> The solution to this on the Healey is simple--just add a louder exhaust or
> rev it up higher in gears :-).
>   


-- 
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
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From jsoderling at astound.net  Thu Jul  3 17:24:51 2008
From: jsoderling at astound.net (John Soderling)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 16:24:51 -0700
Subject: [Healeys]  Fan ideas
References: <C492938D.280DF%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <007001c8dd63$fe9e09d0$6501a8c0@Soderling>

My plastic "Texas Cooler" fan is very quiet.  I've been around cars with the 
six-blade SS fan and they are quite noisy, much noisier than the plastic 
flex fan.
Vrooom vrooom,
John

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
To: <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>
Cc: "Healeys Newsgroup" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 2:32 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fan ideas


> Ron,
> First of all have to say the person who advocated drilling any kind of 
> holes
> in their stock fan is out of line. This could be a recipe for disaster!
>
> I have the 6-bladed SS fan BCS sells (might be Moss). The hub and rivets 
> in
> this fan are very stout, especially since the fan blades are lightweight
> compared to the original Queen Mary-style blades. They also sell a spacer
> needed to move it closer to the radiator.
>
> I'm also using a beefed Kilmartin fan shroud that fits tight against the
> radiator and allows less leakage than the one BCS sells. In addition, I
> added a blanking plate across the area between the radiator and front of 
> the
> hood opening.
>
> They do make a lot of fan noise.  They sound similar to my wife's original
> 240Z with a stock plastic fan on a hydraulic clutch--I've always thought
> these fans have a funky sound--when the car makes more fan noise than
> anything else.
>
> I'll bet the plastic fans make the same level of noise.
>
> The solution to this on the Healey is simple--just add a louder exhaust or
> rev it up higher in gears :-).
> -- 
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> 59 BN6 

From ah53 at yahoo.com  Thu Jul  3 17:57:21 2008
From: ah53 at yahoo.com (jomar healey)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 16:57:21 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Hot Brakes
Message-ID: <801875.4198.qm@web31501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I just came back from a short ride in the BJ8, air temp was in the high 88's. 
Just before I got to my driveway I hit the brakes to stop at an intersection
and experienced a hard pedal and brake fade. I tossed some water on the discs
when i got home and it steamed right off.  Up to this the car had been running
great.  It has been awhile since I did the brakes, about 10 years, so I'm
guessing it might be time to replace the brake fluid and brake hoses.  Does
this sound like a good place to start? 

Thanks
Joe
'53 BN1 #923 Coronet Cream
'56 100M
'67 BJ8 Just a great car

From eorr at cogeco.ca  Thu Jul  3 18:11:18 2008
From: eorr at cogeco.ca (Ed Orr)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 20:11:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup
References: <C4928FFB.280DE%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <003101c8dd6a$7bc48e10$0300a8c0@HP29887285263>

Steve do you know if Valvoline Racing oil is available in 20-50 grade .

Ed Orr
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
To: "Healeys Newsgroup" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 5:17 PM
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup


> At conclave we had a tech session by the owner of APT in Riverside, CA, 
> who
> are an engine builder and cam grinder for BMC A & B-series engines and
> Triumphs.
>
> He stated the feeling at present in his industry seems to be that we all
> need to be adding a ZDDP additive at every oil change.
>
> He said (hope I'm not mischaracterizing this) Valvoline Racing is the only
> mainstream oil currently available that contains a usable amount of ZDDP.
>
> Another person reported there is info on Valvoline's website detailing the
> amount of ZDDP in the racing oil.
>
> -- 
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> 59 BN6
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From amalin at mac.com  Thu Jul  3 18:40:55 2008
From: amalin at mac.com (Al Malin)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 20:40:55 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup
In-Reply-To: <003101c8dd6a$7bc48e10$0300a8c0@HP29887285263>
References: <C4928FFB.280DE%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
	<003101c8dd6a$7bc48e10$0300a8c0@HP29887285263>
Message-ID: <CC9CB0AC-3343-453A-82CB-371A65DF36F6@mac.com>

Valvoline "VR1 Racing Oil" comes in 20W-50.

They also have a "Conventional Racing Oil" and "Synthetic Racing oil"  
that is labeled "Not Street Legal".  Their web site says it "Contains  
increased amounts of zinc for extra engine protection".  In a call to  
Valvoline the guy said this oil should be changed every 500 miles.

Al Malin
Tricarb


On Jul 3, 2008, at 8:11 PM, Ed Orr wrote:

> Steve do you know if Valvoline Racing oil is available in 20-50  
> grade .
>
> Ed Orr

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul  3 18:43:38 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 08:43:38 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Hot Brakes
In-Reply-To: <801875.4198.qm@web31501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <801875.4198.qm@web31501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807031743v83289bct417deb9ad5946c0@mail.gmail.com>

Joe -

You should replace standard brake fluid every couple of years at
least, so yeah 10 years is pretty long.

The brake discs will always be hot after a run, so that's not a
surprise and tossing water on them really doesn't tell you much.  If
the discs are visibly blue from heat, then that's when you need to
worry.

If you are running alot of fast stop and goes, especially in the
hills, you can get brake fade in the Healey.  If you ever experience
it, just pull over and wait 15 minutes or so in the shade if possible
for stuff to cool down then motor along with normal driving.

Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Jul 4, 2008 at 7:57 AM, jomar healey <ah53 at yahoo.com> wrote:
> I just came back from a short ride in the BJ8, air temp was in the high 88's.
> Just before I got to my driveway I hit the brakes to stop at an intersection
> and experienced a hard pedal and brake fade. I tossed some water on the discs
> when i got home and it steamed right off.  Up to this the car had been running
> great.  It has been awhile since I did the brakes, about 10 years, so I'm
> guessing it might be time to replace the brake fluid and brake hoses.  Does
> this sound like a good place to start?
>
> Thanks
> Joe
> '53 BN1 #923 Coronet Cream
> '56 100M
> '67 BJ8 Just a great car
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul  3 18:45:47 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 08:45:47 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Happy Birthday!
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807031745l11713cd9o7b1ff9d08d8e837a@mail.gmail.com>

Hi all you fellow Americans:

It's July 4th here in HK already - so HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Alan

PS I like how Canada just had to do their birthday celebration three
days before ours!  ;P

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul  3 18:49:36 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 08:49:36 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Canada day
In-Reply-To: <ce5.3562cca4.359e4fec@aol.com>
References: <ce5.3562cca4.359e4fec@aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807031749m2481b58m78881c4597d586c4@mail.gmail.com>

Barrie -

If you want I can probably also work "Gordon Brown" and "tits in a
wringer" into this same discussion, let me know.

Regards Alan
from the colony that gave you the finger.

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Thu, Jul 3, 2008 at 11:53 PM,  <Hartangus at aol.com> wrote:
> Hi Josef,
>            thanks  for your kind words.I would have very much liked to have
> met you in Sweden, but  the cost
>  is prohibitive.however I do take the Healey to the Continent  occasionally
> and when next Ido I will try to contact you.
> Bill, I was'nt aware I had my tits in a wringer but you can rest  assured
> you will be the last person I contact in that event.
>  Alan, how in the name of all thats holy did we get from me wishing
> Canadians a happy Canada day to
>  Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia, Iraq and Afghanistan
>                                                              Regards Barrie
> from England

From rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net  Thu Jul  3 19:18:45 2008
From: rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net (rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 18:18:45 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
Subject: [Healeys] 2008 VENTURA  BRITISH CAR SHOW - July 27th - Oxnard
Message-ID: <13671274.1215134325840.JavaMail.root@elwamui-sweet.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

The Central Coast British Car Club Presents:

THE EIGHTEENTH ANNUAL VENTURA COUNTY BRITISH CAR SHOW

Channel Islands Harbour   *  July 27th, 2008

Join us for a great afternoon at our wonderful waterfront location at the
Channel Islands Harbour. This year we are honoring the Austin Healey marque,
featuring the 50th anniversary of the Bugeye Sprite.

There will be food, entertainment, vendors, and a swap meet and some of the
finest British Cars in Southern California.

Oxnard is but a short and lovely drive up the coast from Los Angeles b Come
to Oxnard, enjoy the show, enjoy the ride, be back by supper b SEE YOU
THERE!!!


Website:

www.centralcoastbritishcarclub.com

INFORMATION:
Gary Rice     (805) 644-3290  <gary.rice at worldnet.att.net)
Dave Wellwood (805) 469-7842  <dswellwood at hotmail.com>
Bill Guzman   (805) 484-1528  <BG.GTV6 at verizon.net>

*******************************************************

From healeybn4 at aol.com  Thu Jul  3 19:33:32 2008
From: healeybn4 at aol.com (healeybn4 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:33:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup
In-Reply-To: <003101c8dd6a$7bc48e10$0300a8c0@HP29887285263>
References: <C4928FFB.280DE%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
	<003101c8dd6a$7bc48e10$0300a8c0@HP29887285263>
Message-ID: <8CAAB8D1AA074C4-1548-2A7F@mblk-d28.sysops.aol.com>

I highly recommend VR1 20-50 racing oil.? Last year I finished a 5 year restoration of a 100 with a Denis Welch engine rebuilt in the UK.? The car was run in with about 300 miles before importation to the states.? I changed the oil to Castrol GTX 20-50 before Conclave last year.? The engine developed a modest oil leak from the rear main seal with the Castrol.? After several recommendations I changed to the Valvoline and it diminshed the oil leak and improved oil pressure by 3 to 5 pounds.? I have converted to VR1 on each on my English cars.

Cheers,? Pete Sturtevant


-----Original Message-----
From: Ed Orr <eorr at cogeco.ca>
To: Steve B. Gerow <steveg at abrazosdata.com>; Healeys Newsgroup <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 8:11 pm
Subject: Re: [Healeys] zddp followup



Steve do you know if Valvoline Racing oil is available in 20-50 grade .

Ed Orr
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
To: "Healeys Newsgroup" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 5:17 PM
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup


> At conclave we had a tech session by the owner of APT in Riverside, CA, 
> who
> are an engine builder and cam grinder for BMC A & B-series engines and
> Triumphs.
>
> He stated the feeling at present in his industry seems to be that we all
> need to be adding a ZDDP additive at every oil change.
>
> He said (hope I'm not mischaracterizing this) Valvoline Racing is the only
> mainstream oil currently available that contains a usable amount of ZDDP.
>
> Another person reported there is info on Valvoline's website detailing the
> amount of ZDDP in the racing oil.
>
> -- 
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> 59 BN6
> _______________________________________________
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Thu Jul  3 21:08:15 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 23:08:15 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup
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I love VR1  
Read here about why I'm a fan.
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=39

Michael Salter

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of healeybn4 at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 9:34 PM
To: eorr at cogeco.ca; steveg at abrazosdata.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] zddp followup

I highly recommend VR1 20-50 racing oil.? Last year I finished a 5 year
restoration of a 100 with a Denis Welch engine rebuilt in the UK.? The car
was run in with about 300 miles before importation to the states.? I changed
the oil to Castrol GTX 20-50 before Conclave last year.? The engine
developed a modest oil leak from the rear main seal with the Castrol.? After
several recommendations I changed to the Valvoline and it diminshed the oil
leak and improved oil pressure by 3 to 5 pounds.? I have converted to VR1 on
each on my English cars.

Cheers,? Pete Sturtevant


-----Original Message-----
From: Ed Orr <eorr at cogeco.ca>
To: Steve B. Gerow <steveg at abrazosdata.com>; Healeys Newsgroup
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 8:11 pm
Subject: Re: [Healeys] zddp followup



Steve do you know if Valvoline Racing oil is available in 20-50 grade .

Ed Orr
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
To: "Healeys Newsgroup" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 5:17 PM
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup


> At conclave we had a tech session by the owner of APT in Riverside, CA, 
> who
> are an engine builder and cam grinder for BMC A & B-series engines and
> Triumphs.
>
> He stated the feeling at present in his industry seems to be that we all
> need to be adding a ZDDP additive at every oil change.
>
> He said (hope I'm not mischaracterizing this) Valvoline Racing is the only
> mainstream oil currently available that contains a usable amount of ZDDP.
>
> Another person reported there is info on Valvoline's website detailing the
> amount of ZDDP in the racing oil.
>
> -- 
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> 59 BN6
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From thewalkers at qwest.net  Thu Jul  3 21:11:54 2008
From: thewalkers at qwest.net (the walkers)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:11:54 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Cribbage - Off topic
Message-ID: <486D94FA.4030908@qwest.net>

All -

I am a cribbage fiend (not good at it, but I like it).  I play on a 
web-based site, http://www.kingscribbageonline.com/  Features regular 
cribbage and kings cribbage, a crib/scrabble combo.  Small group, really 
nice folks.  The demographic of healey list folks matches up to cribbage 
players pretty well.  That is why I suggest this.  Hope you all do not 
want to flame me up for suggesting it, but if you do, oh well...

I play under the name rwalker28, look for me if you sign up.  It is 
free, of course...

I have no financial interest, blah, blah.  Contact me off the list if 
you are interested.

bob walker
phx, az

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Jul  3 21:14:34 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:14:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Turning Brake Drums
Message-ID: <486D959A.6000906@comcast.net>

Listers,


Went to have my BJ8's drums turned by my favorite parts house and they 
refused to turn them because they couldn't find a spec for minimum 
thickness.  The drums have plenty of "meat" left, but without an 
official spec--there's no markings on the drums--they said they could 
lose their business license if they turned them.

I don't doubt the shop; just wondering if anyone else has encountered 
this issue and, if so, what was done.  New drums are over $100 ea., and 
mine are balanced so I'd like to keep them.


TIA,
bs

-- 
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From edriver at sasktel.net  Thu Jul  3 22:15:58 2008
From: edriver at sasktel.net (E.A. Driver)
Date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:15:58 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] 4th
Message-ID: <486DA3FE.5050701@sasktel.net>

To our Cousins south of the 49th - Happy Independence Day

Kind regards
Ed
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Historian, AHCUSA
Healeys and a Morgan

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Thu Jul  3 22:57:53 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 23:57:53 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Turning Brake Drums
References: <486D959A.6000906@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <004f01c8dd92$84d53c70$6601a8c0@toshibauser>

I have not had that exact issue but have had similar issues with shops that 
won't work on things for liability or insurance reasons, or they are 
clueless because they can't find a part or spec in their computer.

My guess is this is a newer or at least shiny and newer looking place, quite 
possibly part of a chain.

Find a shop in a lower rent district that looks a little worn around the
edges, not piles of unfinished work and junk around, but more of a
businesslike atmosphere.

The shop should be staffed by an older guy or guys over 50.  He will look at
your drum, he will have an idea of what is acceptable thickness on this type
and size of drum and will turn it for you without needing to look at a book.
Or he may even have a book that has the spec in it.  He has been in business
for a long time because he knows his work and is an honest craftsmen.

He will charge you a reasonable price for the job, he may or may not take
credit cards, so bring cash or a check when you pick it up.

Unfortunately these types of shops are getting more and more rare, but they
are out there.

I may be off base about where you went when they wouldn't turn the drum and
where you need to go to get it done, but if I am I will eat my hat.

Greg Lemon

From rotaryman at cox.net  Thu Jul  3 23:59:32 2008
From: rotaryman at cox.net (patrick harris)
Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 22:59:32 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] conclave impressions
Message-ID: <002401c8dd9b$2118c540$263adc48@FRYS>

Being a local san diegan it was great to enjoy the healeys first hand without
the cost and drive for all of it as others had to do.  I have owned a factory
m for many years and until this event was never able to actually drive my car
as it has been in a holding pattern of partially finished for many years.
Reid Trummel was kind enough to allow me to drive his 100 with factory leopard
seats for the rally and it was a blast.  He put up with my forgetting to go to
second before first a couple of times before he reminded me what a perfect
transmission it was and would I please get it soon before he removed me from
the drivers seat.  I helped scribe at the concours on both a gold 100m and a
bronze and learned alot.  Roger and Reid could spend alot of time talking
tools which I find less then interesting but they have so much to offer with
what the various items around the car should and did look like.  I am glad I
had the experience and thank the san diego club for the hard work and well
organized event and roger reid and curt for the concours experience. pat
harris also Healey people are the best.

From Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com  Fri Jul  4 05:42:55 2008
From: Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com (Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 13:42:55 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...
In-Reply-To: <000601c8dd33$3941e6f0$0200a8c0@tm4>
References: <BAY101-F38D7B54D4BCCB8117E79DFA5990@phx.gbl>
	<000601c8dd33$3941e6f0$0200a8c0@tm4>
Message-ID: <63B1A4D5F62C7B458A5B757A5EA81750046B316B@S4DE8PSAANH.t-systems.com>

 Tadek,
Seems your left front suspension is out of tollerances. You should have
negative camber. The right looks better, but also not as it should be. Did the
car had an accident front left?
I had similar on mine, but opposite side.

Josef Eckert
Koenigswinter/Germany

-----Urspr|ngliche Nachricht-----
Von: healeys-bounces+josef.eckert=t-systems.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+josef.eckert=t-systems.com at autox.team.net] Im Auftrag
von Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Gesendet: Donnerstag, 3. Juli 2008 19:36
An: healeys at autox.team.net
Betreff: Re: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...

As always, many thanks for help!.. The list is always most helpful..

I have checked my oil pressure, and it seems I do not go below 35 lb at idle
(which is about 1000 rpm). The cursing oil pressure is at about 50 lb.
This should be alright?

The water temperature does not go above 190F standing in traffic on a hot
(95F) day..

My transmission is too tight - I think I might check If I should install some
extra shim on the column end, as unscrewing the adjuster nut does not help
much..

I have checked my suspension today and I have:
Caster:
L:    0.83 deg
R:    1.30 deg
Book: 1.45 deg

Camber:
L:   +0.50 deg
R:   -0.33 deg
Book: 1.00 deg

The toe was set to almost 0.


Are these values ok??


Many thanks for help,

Tadek

From comkanuk at cgocable.ca  Fri Jul  4 06:44:54 2008
From: comkanuk at cgocable.ca (gilbert gauthier)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 08:44:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Happy 4th of July USA !!!
Message-ID: <064AAEFE-5D82-4689-ACAC-B7DFFCA14D82@cgocable.ca>

                   You , therefore, the Representatives of the United  
States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the  
Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do,  
in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies,  
solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of  
Right ought to be Free and Independent States; that they are Absolved  
from all Allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political  
connection between them and the State of Great Britain, is and ought  
to be totally dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States,  
they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances,  
establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which  
Independent States may of right do. And for the support of this  
Declaration, with a firm reliance on the Protection of Divine  
Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes  
and our sacred Honor

Signed by Order and in Behalf of the Congress,JOHN HANCOCK,  
President.Attest.CHARLES THOMSON, Secretary.



Gilbert

Qc.

AHBT7 61

From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Fri Jul  4 08:36:21 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Fri, 04 Jul 2008 10:36:21 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fuse Block
Message-ID: <008001c8dde3$54053040$fc0f90c0$@net>

I want to replace my original fuse block (50amp for horn circuit and 35 amp
for everything else) with a bock that accepts the new ATO fuses. Any ideas
where I can find one with dimensions to fit where the old one is located on
a BN6?

 

I see some on line that have slots for 6 fuses but they all appear to be too
big to fit.

 

John Sims, BN6

Aberdeen, NJ

 

www.healey6.com

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Fri Jul  4 09:30:20 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Fri, 04 Jul 2008 08:30:20 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Friday Funny
Message-ID: <C493901C.28103%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

Columbian army hostage rescuers dupe FARC guerrillas by wearing ... Che
t-shirts!

http://hotair.com/archives/2008/07/03/awesome-colombian-army-duped-farc-by-w
earing-che-t-shirts/

Sometimes life is better than parody.

-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From Hartangus at aol.com  Fri Jul  4 10:04:39 2008
From: Hartangus at aol.com (Hartangus at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 12:04:39 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Canada day
Message-ID: <ccc.36e317a7.359fa417@aol.com>

Alan,
        I'm sure you could.
                                     Regards  Barrie from England

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Fri Jul  4 11:02:13 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:02:13 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...
In-Reply-To: <63B1A4D5F62C7B458A5B757A5EA81750046B316B@S4DE8PSAANH.t-systems.com>
Message-ID: <002c01c8ddf7$b4b91c30$0200a8c0@tm4>

Well,

Please correct me if I am wrong, but the camber really signifies the
relation of the upper and lower truunion while looking from the front of the
car. This really means there is a triangle between the upper and lower
trueunion

|\0 <--upper truunion
| \
|  \
|   \
|    \
|_____\O  <-- lower truunion

The angle at the top of that triangle should be 1deg. The distance between
the top and lower truunion is about 22cm. This means that the lower edge of
the triangle should be almost 4mm. (if I remember my trigonometry correctly)

My triangle is the other way, moved 2mm to the outside.

This means my left side is 6mm off.

The question is - was this due to accident or was it the way the cars were
produced??..

How precisely were the cars manufactured as far as the frame is
concerned??...

What are the tolerances for these setups?


Thanks, Tadek


-----Original Message-----
From: Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com [mailto:Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com]
Sent: 4 lipca 2008 13:43
To: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: AW: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is
fun!...


 Tadek,
Seems your left front suspension is out of tollerances. You should have
negative camber. The right looks better, but also not as it should be. Did
the car had an accident front left?
I had similar on mine, but opposite side.

Josef Eckert
Koenigswinter/Germany

-----Urspr|ngliche Nachricht-----
Auftrag von Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Gesendet: Donnerstag, 3. Juli 2008 19:36
An: healeys at autox.team.net
Betreff: Re: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is
fun!...

I have checked my suspension today and I have:
Caster:
L:    0.83 deg
R:    1.30 deg
Book: 1.45 deg

Camber:
L:    +0.50 deg
R:    -0.33 deg
Book: -1.00 deg

The toe was set to almost 0.

From Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com  Fri Jul  4 11:30:24 2008
From: Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com (Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 19:30:24 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...
In-Reply-To: <002c01c8ddf7$b4b91c30$0200a8c0@tm4>
References: <63B1A4D5F62C7B458A5B757A5EA81750046B316B@S4DE8PSAANH.t-systems.com>
	<002c01c8ddf7$b4b91c30$0200a8c0@tm4>
Message-ID: <63B1A4D5F62C7B458A5B757A5EA81750046B325A@S4DE8PSAANH.t-systems.com>

 Tadek,
Your thoughts are the same as mine were, when I realized the misalignment
first. Then I started a thorough investigation and did lots of frame
measurements and even realized that the right hand front wheel was 1.5cm
further to the back than the left hand. It was only visible when you compared
the wheel arches and contours of the wheels in the arch. During this checks I
saw very minor signs of an accident, which was repaired I expect some 10 years
before I bought the car in 1986. At the end it turned out that the lower
wishbone mounts were replaced and welded back to the wrong places and with
slightly wrong angle. So it was some work to get the suspension right again.
Now to the precision of the factory work. I think the alignment was quite
good, compared to the body work. My right hand door on my BN1 is 1cm longer
than the left hand door! Both doors are the original doors.
I also have a accident free 1962 BT7, with most of its original panels on the
car. The alignment of the front suspension of this Healey is perfect. So I
assume the quality some 6 years ago was not that bad, as you realize it on
your car.
Put your car on a pit or lifter to check and measure all distances and check
for accident damage and you may find an answer to your questions.

Josef Eckert
Koenigswinter/Germany

-----Urspr|ngliche Nachricht-----
Von: Tadeusz Malkiewicz [mailto:tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl]
Gesendet: Freitag, 4. Juli 2008 19:02
An: Eckert, Josef; healeys at autox.team.net
Betreff: RE: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...

Well,

Please correct me if I am wrong, but the camber really signifies the relation
of the upper and lower truunion while looking from the front of the car. This
really means there is a triangle between the upper and lower trueunion

|\0 <--upper truunion
| \
|  \
|   \
|    \
|_____\O  <-- lower truunion

The angle at the top of that triangle should be 1deg. The distance between the
top and lower truunion is about 22cm. This means that the lower edge of the
triangle should be almost 4mm. (if I remember my trigonometry correctly)

My triangle is the other way, moved 2mm to the outside.

This means my left side is 6mm off.

The question is - was this due to accident or was it the way the cars were
produced??..

How precisely were the cars manufactured as far as the frame is
concerned??...

What are the tolerances for these setups?


Thanks, Tadek

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Fri Jul  4 13:52:47 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 15:52:47 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fuse Block
References: <008001c8dde3$54053040$fc0f90c0$@net>
Message-ID: <001e01c8de0f$895eb460$f339e046@markl946cfrd7q>

Not sure what ATO is but an MGB fuse block will give you 2 more fuse 
locations and you can add a couple of terminal branch fittings to increase 
the connection possibilities It does fit in the same fuse block location . 
The attachment holes don't match up exactly but that is expected.

Mark

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at optonline.net>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 10:36 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Fuse Block


>I want to replace my original fuse block (50amp for horn circuit and 35 amp
> for everything else) with a bock that accepts the new ATO fuses. Any ideas
> where I can find one with dimensions to fit where the old one is located 
> on
> a BN6?
>
>
>
> I see some on line that have slots for 6 fuses but they all appear to be 
> too
> big to fit.
>
>
>
> John Sims, BN6
>
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
>
>
> www.healey6.com
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Fri Jul  4 14:14:41 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 16:14:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Interesting Book
Message-ID: <20080704.161441.1128.2.dwflagg@juno.com>

While browsing in Barnes & Noble today I came across a book called "The
50 Cars to Drive", with contributions from Sir Sterling Moss, Carroll
Shelby, and Jay Leno. One of the cars was a 1952 Nash-Healey. What was
interesting, aside from the great cars, was that all of these cars,
including the Nash-Healey, were lauded for the pleasure of driving just
as they were!! Not with a Smitty 5-speed tranny, fuel injection, air
conditioning, etc., but admired and respected for what they were. If I
remember, the next time I'm there I will jot down the passage on the
Nash-Healey. You'all have a very nice 4th. You to Ed.

Doug
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From rthrift at cox.net  Fri Jul  4 15:23:22 2008
From: rthrift at cox.net (RThrift)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 14:23:22 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Interesting Book
In-Reply-To: <20080704.161441.1128.2.dwflagg@juno.com>
Message-ID: <20080704172322.592PM.495130.imail@fed1rmwml41>

I don't know if it's been mentioned, but a beautiful '53? Pininfarina Nash-Healey Le Mans coupe just won Best of Show at Conclave in San Diego.  It got about 3 times the votes of the runner up. 

However I still think the '53 Healey Abbott drophead coupe (only 77 made) was the coolest car there

("For contextual comparison, the Nash-Healey is framed in U.S. auto history with the 1953 Kaiser Darrin, 1953 Chevrolet Corvette and 1955 Ford Thunderbird."
"Clark Kent, played by George Reeves, drove a 1953 Nash-Healey roadster in four episodes of the American 1950s television series Adventures of Superman. Dick Powell owned the car"
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nash-Healey )

Richard Thrift

---- Douglas W Flagg <dwflagg at juno.com> wrote: 
While browsing in Barnes & Noble today I came across a book called "The
50 Cars to Drive", with contributions from Sir Sterling Moss, Carroll
Shelby, and Jay Leno. One of the cars was a 1952 Nash-Healey. What was
interesting, aside from the great cars, was that all of these cars,
including the Nash-Healey, were lauded for the pleasure of driving just
as they were!! Not with a Smitty 5-speed tranny, fuel injection, air
conditioning, etc., but admired and respected for what they were. If I
remember, the next time I'm there I will jot down the passage on the
Nash-Healey. You'all have a very nice 4th. You to Ed.

Doug
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From HealeyHundred at comcast.net  Fri Jul  4 15:32:16 2008
From: HealeyHundred at comcast.net (Richard Gordon)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 15:32:16 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Tire Safety
Message-ID: <427BC80C-6363-4325-A73A-06EA74C48ADD@comcast.net>

Hi Gang,

Since we drive our cars fairly low mileage, it is worth noting that we  
should check the age of the tires (tyres) on our cars and drive safely.

http://abcnews.go.com/Video/playerIndex?id=4826897


Richard Gordon
Rocky Mountain Austin-Healey Club
1830 South Newport Street
Denver, Colorado 80224
Home 303-756-7427
Cell 303-913-1171
HealeyHundred at comcast.net

From dwflagg at juno.com  Fri Jul  4 15:33:26 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 17:33:26 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Clamp Set
Message-ID: <20080704.173326.4060.1.dwflagg@juno.com>

I have an NOS hood (top) clamp set for BN4 RHD from C.E.28103, LHD from
C.E.28014, BT7. If you have an interest please contact me off the list.

Doug
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From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Fri Jul  4 21:45:05 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 20:45:05 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] DMH
Message-ID: <006b01c8de51$835879b0$5201a8c0@Jim>

our local paper always has a car section on friday.  this morning there was
nice story about DMH and the birth of the healey.  was glad to see it and hope
it made it to your paper also.    healeymanjim

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Fri Jul  4 22:47:41 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2008 21:47:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys]  Nash Healey
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807042147i69d542b0nb4003e62af6397dc@mail.gmail.com>

a friend of mine here in LA  has the Dick Powell / Superman car.
ron
1954 Nash Healey FHC
1965 BJ8

On Fri, Jul 4, 2008 at 2:23 PM, RThrift <rthrift at cox.net> wrote:

> I don't know if it's been mentioned, but a beautiful '53? Pininfarina
> Nash-Healey Le Mans coupe just won Best of Show at Conclave in San Diego.
>  It got about 3 times the votes of the runner up.
>
> However I still think the '53 Healey Abbott drophead coupe (only 77 made)
> was the coolest car there
>
> ("For contextual comparison, the Nash-Healey is framed in U.S. auto history
> with the 1953 Kaiser Darrin, 1953 Chevrolet Corvette and 1955 Ford
> Thunderbird."
> "Clark Kent, played by George Reeves, drove a 1953 Nash-Healey roadster in
> four episodes of the American 1950s television series Adventures of
> Superman. Dick Powell owned the car"

From hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk  Sat Jul  5 01:34:21 2008
From: hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk (mike brooks)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 00:34:21 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys]  Late BN2 door-to-scuttle seal
Message-ID: <696314.71897.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Well, after several weeks I have the seals but no bracket sets. I ordered from
SC Parts in the UK, but due to some hiccup in theirB stock controlB system,
the brackets have not showed up, and now they are showing zero stock. If
anyone has a bracket set in stock, or an individual has a spare set they are
willing to sell, could you contact me off list? It would be for UK delivery.
Actually I only need the flat strip shaped brackets - the other ones (which
are shaped like a rectangular U and fit next to the top door hinge) are still
original on the car and are in good condition.
Many thanks
Mike Brooks
-----
Original Message ----- 
From: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
To:
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2008 1:02 AM
Subject:
[Healeys] Late BN2 door-to-scuttle seal


> I've just ordered the bits to fit
door-to-scuttle seals on my BN2 hundred.
> These are the later design with the
brackets. At the moment, I just have 
> home
> made bits of rubber glued in
(PO). Does anyone have photos and/or tips on
> fitting these seals? I searched
the archives but could not find anything.
> Thanks in advance
> Mike Brooks
>
'56 BN2
> Scotland

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul  5 06:31:23 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 20:31:23 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Ok this is a Jag 3.8 XKE/Saloon question
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807050531n7a433415kff10b01f30170ea4@mail.gmail.com>

Hi All -

Some of you may recall that I bought a Mk IX
Right Hooker w/ automatic about 3 months ago.
(ref http://www.saloondata.com/cars/detail/?car=772606BW if
interested).  This car has the same motor as the Series 1 E-type and I
know there are lots of E-type owners on the list.

Anyway, I've had very good experience with putting the Pertronix Distributor
on my '52 Austin A90 Atlantic, and I was wondering if any of
you have put one on your E-type/Mk IX / or any 3.8 saloon??

http://www.pertronix.com/prod/ig/flame/dist/british.aspx
http://www.shopatron.com/product/part_number=D177600/591.0.15572.17600.0.0.0

I think it should be a straight plug in (the Jags have the
offset drive dog, right?) so anyone with experience on this
would be great.

Thought you'd like to know I received the car here in Hong
Kong and inspected and she is an absolute stunner - 67K
original miles & everything, I mean EVERYTHING, is original
from the factory including the plug wires from 1959!  Insane!

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From ktaplin at gwi.net  Sat Jul  5 13:57:24 2008
From: ktaplin at gwi.net (Ken Taplin)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:57:24 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
Message-ID: <003a01c8ded9$589701a0$8791c3d8@YOUR85A8F7B8EC>

The EOS that GM now sells is in a different bottle than previously and is no
loger called an oil suppliment but an assembly lubricant. Can it still be used
as an additive to boost zinc levels?

From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul  5 15:49:21 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:49:21 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
References: <003a01c8ded9$589701a0$8791c3d8@YOUR85A8F7B8EC>
Message-ID: <005b01c8dee8$fbf203e0$6501a8c0@shop>

<<The EOS that GM now sells is in a different bottle than previously and is no loger called an oil suppliment but an assembly lubricant. Can it still be used as an additive to boost zinc levels?>>

I would have to say yes Ken, as the bottleS I have which are close to a year old say "E.O.S. Assembly Lubricant".

As was explained to me by my friendly Chevy Parts Dept. Manager that when it "dried up" it was due to ONE ingrediant that messsed up production.  He said that GM HAD secured a NEW vendor and the product would be forthcoming "possibly re-named" by he was pretty sure it would NOT be "re-named".

That's all I know.  But I WILL be using in my carsin the future (is in crankcase right now and I just drove the '70 Camino to Lake of The Ozarks for the Sprite 50th Event.  900 miles R/T with about 1100 on her since last change (total 2000) using Castrol 20W50 + EOS.  Oil still looks NEW<G>!!

Ed
'63 BJ-7 (Hortence THE Healey wearing STD IL plates    AH BJ 7    )
'70 Camino (Amber wearing STD IL plates    7 AH BJ     )

From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul  5 15:54:15 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:54:15 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Ok this is a Jag 3.8 XKE/Saloon question
References: <ff59076c0807050531n7a433415kff10b01f30170ea4@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <006301c8dee9$ab6cce40$6501a8c0@shop>

Alan:

While no direct Jag experience, I have sold a bunch of them.

The only cavet that has seem to come up is that you DO (as per thir instruction) HAVE to re-set timing.  And I would if I was using.

Ed
'63 BJ-7 (Hortence THE Healey wearing STD IL plates    AH BJ 7    )
'70 Camino (Amber wearing STD IL plates    7 AH BJ     )

From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Sat Jul  5 15:17:34 2008
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 17:17:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
References: <003a01c8ded9$589701a0$8791c3d8@YOUR85A8F7B8EC>
	<005b01c8dee8$fbf203e0$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <8A2A2749495A443C915735D46C486144@your4dacd0ea75>

"As was explained to me by my friendly Chevy Parts Dept. Manager that when 
it "dried up" it was due to ONE ingredient that messed up production"

Ed that "one ingredient" wouldn't by chance be ZDDP would it ;^)

Dallas


.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ed's Shop" <shop at justbrits.com>
To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, July 05, 2008 5:49 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] (no subject)


> <<The EOS that GM now sells is in a different bottle than previously and 
> is no loger called an oil suppliment but an assembly lubricant. Can it 
> still be used as an additive to boost zinc levels?>>
>
> I would have to say yes Ken, as the bottleS I have which are close to a 
> year old say "E.O.S. Assembly Lubricant".
>
> As was explained to me by my friendly Chevy Parts Dept. Manager that when 
> it "dried up" it was due to ONE ingrediant that messsed up production.  He 
> said that GM HAD secured a NEW vendor and the product would be forthcoming 
> "possibly re-named" by he was pretty sure it would NOT be "re-named".
>
> That's all I know.  But I WILL be using in my carsin the future (is in 
> crankcase right now and I just drove the '70 Camino to Lake of The Ozarks 
> for the Sprite 50th Event.  900 miles R/T with about 1100 on her since 
> last change (total 2000) using Castrol 20W50 + EOS.  Oil still looks 
> NEW<G>!!
>
> Ed
> '63 BJ-7 (Hortence THE Healey wearing STD IL plates    AH BJ 7    )
> '70 Camino (Amber wearing STD IL plates    7 AH BJ     )

From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul  5 16:43:03 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 16:43:03 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
References: <003a01c8ded9$589701a0$8791c3d8@YOUR85A8F7B8EC>
	<005b01c8dee8$fbf203e0$6501a8c0@shop>
	<8A2A2749495A443C915735D46C486144@your4dacd0ea75>
Message-ID: <008301c8def0$7cc9dae0$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Ed that "one ingredient" wouldn't by chance be ZDDP would it ;^)>>

LMAO, Dallas!!!!

NO !<G>

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Jul  5 15:59:59 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 17:59:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Ok this is a Jag 3.8 XKE/Saloon question
Message-ID: <20080705215959.BURL22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Have had one in my 66 E-Type for about 7 years and wouldn't leave home w/o it.  no problems whatsoever and SMOOTH running.

Also have one in my BJ8---also no problems.

tom 
> 
> From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
> Date: 2008/07/05 Sat AM 08:31:23 EDT
> To: Healey <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] Ok this is a Jag 3.8 XKE/Saloon question
> 
> Hi All -
> 
> Some of you may recall that I bought a Mk IX
> Right Hooker w/ automatic about 3 months ago.
> (ref http://www.saloondata.com/cars/detail/?car=772606BW if
> interested).  This car has the same motor as the Series 1 E-type and I
> know there are lots of E-type owners on the list.
> 
> Anyway, I've had very good experience with putting the Pertronix Distributor
> on my '52 Austin A90 Atlantic, and I was wondering if any of
> you have put one on your E-type/Mk IX / or any 3.8 saloon??
> 
> http://www.pertronix.com/prod/ig/flame/dist/british.aspx
> http://www.shopatron.com/product/part_number=D177600/591.0.15572.17600.0.0.0
> 
> I think it should be a straight plug in (the Jags have the
> offset drive dog, right?) so anyone with experience on this
> would be great.
> 
> Thought you'd like to know I received the car here in Hong
> Kong and inspected and she is an absolute stunner - 67K
> original miles & everything, I mean EVERYTHING, is original
> from the factory including the plug wires from 1959!  Insane!
> 
> Alan
> 
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Jul  5 16:08:01 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:08:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup
Message-ID: <20080705220801.JHIG29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

FWIW, I have been using it in my Healey and E-Type for a long time.  Seems to work well and comes highly recommended by my mechanic.

tom
> 
> From: Al Malin <amalin at mac.com>
> Date: 2008/07/03 Thu PM 08:40:55 EDT
> To: Healeys Newsgroup <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] zddp followup
> 
> Valvoline "VR1 Racing Oil" comes in 20W-50.
> 
> They also have a "Conventional Racing Oil" and "Synthetic Racing oil"  
> that is labeled "Not Street Legal".  Their web site says it "Contains  
> increased amounts of zinc for extra engine protection".  In a call to  
> Valvoline the guy said this oil should be changed every 500 miles.
> 
> Al Malin
> Tricarb
> 
> 
> On Jul 3, 2008, at 8:11 PM, Ed Orr wrote:
> 
> > Steve do you know if Valvoline Racing oil is available in 20-50  
> > grade .
> >
> > Ed Orr
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Jul  5 16:12:20 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:12:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] loud clatter & conclave followup
Message-ID: <20080705221220.CGTQ22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

14.1 mpg??  on the road? I just drove mine on an 800 mile jaunt and avg right at 21 mph--premium fuel--also driving in 96 degree temp.

Tom 
> 
> From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
> Date: 2008/07/03 Thu PM 05:11:15 EDT
> To: Healeys Newsgroup <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] loud clatter & conclave followup
> 
> Just got back from Conclave in San Diego--short distance but high heat
> content.
> 
> Left San Diego for Altadena (N of Pasadena, 142 miles one way via the inland
> route).
> 
> Had added STP Red to my Shell 20-50 oil prior to trip. Added Marvel Mystery
> Oil at all fillups to prevent any [what I think is] valve train clatter.
> 
> No clatter heard at any time.
> 
> Today approx 125 of the 142 miles was at 95+ degrees ambient. Car ran at
> 190+ to 205 the whole time. 3000 rpms used as max cruise.
> 14.1 mpg on premium--no fuel problems or hesitation of any kind. Stopped for
> lunch at Tudy's Tacos in Corona where it was around 90; no flooding on
> restart 20 min later with engine around 212.
> 
> Cooling system is clean, 3 yr old core, 6 blade Nock fan with beefed shroud,
> 100% purified water with Water Wetter & water pump lube. Stock 7lb cap.
> 
> 1/4 quart of oil used in trip which was around 350 miles total.
> 
> FWIW
> -- 
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> 59 BN6
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul  5 16:56:39 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 06:56:39 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] loud clatter & conclave followup
In-Reply-To: <20080705221220.CGTQ22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
References: <20080705221220.CGTQ22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807051556q3fe63ee1v33e5a9804551799f@mail.gmail.com>

Steve -

Tom's right, your BN6 should be doing better than 20 mpg on the highway.

When I still had the MK I motor that the PO had put in my BJ8 many
years ago (apparently an unscrupulous mechanic had swapped motors to
steal the PO's MK III motor), I would average 22 mpg on the highway,
now with my stock BJ8 motor I still get about 18 mpg on the highway.
With the way the BN6 is set up, I would think it should even do better
than 20 mpg.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 6:12 AM,  <tomfelts at windstream.net> wrote:
> 14.1 mpg??  on the road? I just drove mine on an 800 mile jaunt and avg right at 21 mph--premium fuel--also driving in 96 degree temp.
>
> Tom
>>
>> From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
>> Date: 2008/07/03 Thu PM 05:11:15 EDT
>> To: Healeys Newsgroup <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Subject: [Healeys] loud clatter & conclave followup
>>
>> Just got back from Conclave in San Diego--short distance but high heat
>> content.
>>
>> Left San Diego for Altadena (N of Pasadena, 142 miles one way via the inland
>> route).
>>
>> Had added STP Red to my Shell 20-50 oil prior to trip. Added Marvel Mystery
>> Oil at all fillups to prevent any [what I think is] valve train clatter.
>>
>> No clatter heard at any time.
>>
>> Today approx 125 of the 142 miles was at 95+ degrees ambient. Car ran at
>> 190+ to 205 the whole time. 3000 rpms used as max cruise.
>> 14.1 mpg on premium--no fuel problems or hesitation of any kind. Stopped for
>> lunch at Tudy's Tacos in Corona where it was around 90; no flooding on
>> restart 20 min later with engine around 212.
>>
>> Cooling system is clean, 3 yr old core, 6 blade Nock fan with beefed shroud,
>> 100% purified water with Water Wetter & water pump lube. Stock 7lb cap.
>>
>> 1/4 quart of oil used in trip which was around 350 miles total.
>>
>> FWIW
>> --
>> Steve Gerow
>> Pasadena CA
>> 59 BN6
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From 57healey at gmail.com  Sat Jul  5 17:22:39 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:22:39 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807051622r373fb524m2b29dd24427bd747@mail.gmail.com>

My wife is helping me instal the carpet this weekend, and we have made
pretty good progress.  All of the glued in pieces are glued, and the
stopping point for the night was installing the gearbox forward
bulkhead panel.  With all of the carpet installed, I am having a devil
of the time finding the holes for the 3 trim screws /cup washers down
each side.   I am afraid I am going to hack the carpet up if I keep
poking.  Any suggestions or shortcuts on how to find them?

Thanks
Patton


-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From dwflagg at juno.com  Sat Jul  5 17:24:49 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:24:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas Part
Message-ID: <20080705.192449.1900.8.dwflagg@juno.com>

Can anyone tell me the application for Lucas part number 572619 which is
a license plate lamp base assembly? TIA.

Doug
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From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Sat Jul  5 17:35:03 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:35:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup
Message-ID: <9210977.668431215300903586.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>

In case some of you missed the information in all of the verbiage of my "On the Road to Conclave" reports, we poured in a product called ZDDPlus with the oil change before leaving home (0.8 oz/quart of oil).  After 3,391 miles neither of our engines or camshafts or tappets have fallen out on the ground, and both engines are still running sweetly.  My oil on the stick still looks like new.  I think George has a ring seating problem so he can't say that, but still....

I don't know if ZDDPlus is snake oil, or if GM EOS is the best supplement to use; but GM made it too difficult to get their product so the heck with them as far as I'm concerned.

Someone pointed out that I called the stuff "ZDDP Plus" when it is actually "ZDDPlus".  You can get more info at their interesting website:  http://www.zddplus.com.

When I get home, I'll pull a tappet or two and see how they look.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC (currently in Bryce Canyon, Utah)

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Sat Jul  5 17:54:20 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:54:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
Message-ID: <9918973.669141215302060218.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>

Patton, I use an ice pick as an awl for such purposes.  You can poke around on and through the carpet quite a bit and no damage will be visible.  Of course, if you have access to the back side of the holes, so much the better.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

---- Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote: 
> My wife is helping me instal the carpet this weekend, and we have made
> pretty good progress.  All of the glued in pieces are glued, and the
> stopping point for the night was installing the gearbox forward
> bulkhead panel.  With all of the carpet installed, I am having a devil
> of the time finding the holes for the 3 trim screws /cup washers down
> each side.   I am afraid I am going to hack the carpet up if I keep
> poking.  Any suggestions or shortcuts on how to find them?
> 
> Thanks
> Patton

From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul  5 19:39:47 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 19:39:47 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] zddp followup
References: <9210977.668431215300903586.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
Message-ID: <021901c8df09$2d37f200$6501a8c0@shop>

<<but GM made it too difficult to get their product>>

"Should" be easy now, Steve (except in your 'area'<G>)!!

Lucas Oil ALSO has a fine product that is labeled as "additive".

Ed

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Sat Jul  5 19:16:12 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:16:12 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey California trip mileage - others sought
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807051556q3fe63ee1v33e5a9804551799f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <C4956AEC.2814B%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

Alan,
I actually have a hopped-up 29D motor which runs quite strong--has a stock
cam and HD6 carbs with headers and a DMD 2-carb manifold and 1.6 rockers.

Now I'm interested in figuring out why my mileage is bad. I wonder if our
local California fuel has anything to do with it.

Would like to hear trip mileages from other folks in Calif.
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6


> From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
> 
> Steve -
> 
> Tom's right, your BN6 should be doing better than 20 mpg on the highway.

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Sat Jul  5 19:43:42 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 21:43:42 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] On the Road Home from Conclave (Day 3)
Message-ID: <24791065.650791215308622958.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web03-z02>

Hello, Healeyphiles -

As faithful readers of the Adventures of the Haywood/Byers Convoy to Conclave will recall, I had a gearbox problem just as we entered San Diego.  David Nock had a look at it and suspected a broken or missing circlip on the mainshaft.  Although the gearbox PROBABLY could have got me back to North Carolina O.K., I didn't want to worry about it.  The local Healey club members put me onto Randy Zoller (Heritage Motor Sports) in El Cajon, and let me tell you:  if you ever have a Healey problem in the San Diego area, he's the man to see.  In a little over 24 hours, he had pulled my gearbox/overdrive, disassembled it, diagnosed the problem (yep, the circlip was missing and a bronze thrust washer had also broken up in the overdrive), cleaned it, repaired it, reassembled and reinstalled the whole shebang.  The gearbox works better now than when I left home.

We departed Conclave on Thursday about 12:00 noon and headed toward Needles, CA.  We had spent the last night before arriving in San Diego in Gila Bend, AZ -- the hottest place in the USA on that day.  Needles was the hottest on the day we arrived.  The road through the mountains and across that barren desert was the HOTTEST I've ever driven on, and it seemed to go on forever.  

>From Needles to Tuba City, AZ the second day was a pretty good drive, and today's was from Tuba City to Bryce Canyon, Utah.   Hey, Gary Brierton:  I bet you didn't know you probably participated in an historic event in Tuba City this morning.  It was likely the first time in history that three Austin-Healeys were in town at the same time.  I saw you and the Silver Bullet pass as we were stopped for gas, but I don't think you saw us.

Utah has some really spectacular scenery and rock formations.  Tomorrow we tour Bryce Canyon.

Happy Healeying!
Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul  5 20:07:08 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 10:07:08 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Healey California trip mileage - others sought
In-Reply-To: <C4956AEC.2814B%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
References: <ff59076c0807051556q3fe63ee1v33e5a9804551799f@mail.gmail.com>
	<C4956AEC.2814B%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807051907r20dfc356v9a2d84b67606d42d@mail.gmail.com>

Steve -

I didn't realize you had 1.6 rockers on your car - that could have
been enough to make your car run with poorer mileage.  Usually
increasing cam duration and increasing valve lift will reduce your
mileage.

You say you have a stock cam - is it a stock BN6 cam or a stock BJ8
cam?  if BN6 cam you should be getting better mileage.

The headers and manifolds shouldn't make much difference so that wouldn't be it.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 9:16 AM, Steve B. Gerow <steveg at abrazosdata.com> wrote:
> Alan,
> I actually have a hopped-up 29D motor which runs quite strong--has a stock
> cam and HD6 carbs with headers and a DMD 2-carb manifold and 1.6 rockers.
>
> Now I'm interested in figuring out why my mileage is bad. I wonder if our
> local California fuel has anything to do with it.
>
> Would like to hear trip mileages from other folks in Calif.
> --
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> 59 BN6
>
>
>> From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
>>
>> Steve -
>>
>> Tom's right, your BN6 should be doing better than 20 mpg on the highway.

From insptwo at msn.com  Sat Jul  5 20:10:14 2008
From: insptwo at msn.com (insptwo at msn.com)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 22:10:14 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey California trip mileage - others sought
In-Reply-To: <C4956AEC.2814B%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
References: <ff59076c0807051556q3fe63ee1v33e5a9804551799f@mail.gmail.com>
	<C4956AEC.2814B%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <BLU133-W492BA4B4716F316AF455C1AD950@phx.gbl>

Don't forget that with the new ethanol in the gas, your mileage is going to
drop! How much so will depend on your particular engine and the amount of heat
that you are in.
Bill
BJ7



> Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:16:12 -0700> From: steveg at abrazosdata.com> To:
healey.nut at gmail.com> CC: healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: [Healeys] Healey
California trip mileage - others sought> > Alan,> I actually have a hopped-up
29D motor which runs quite strong--has a stock> cam and HD6 carbs with headers
and a DMD 2-carb manifold and 1.6 rockers.> > Now I'm interested in figuring
out why my mileage is bad. I wonder if our> local California fuel has anything
to do with it.> > Would like to hear trip mileages from other folks in Calif.>
-- > Steve Gerow> Pasadena CA> 59 BN6> > > > From: "Alan Seigrist"
<healey.nut at gmail.com>> > > > Steve -> > > > Tom's right, your BN6 should be
doing better than 20 mpg on the highway.>
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From craigsuerice at iquest.net  Sat Jul  5 22:56:23 2008
From: craigsuerice at iquest.net (Craig and Sue Rice)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 23:56:23 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas Part
References: <20080705.192449.1900.8.dwflagg@juno.com>
Message-ID: <02c601c8df24$a488bae0$67612bd1@iquest.net>

Doug,
572619 is the base for Lucas Model 467-2, Number Plate Lamp. Lucas P/N 53093
& 53101.
Craig Rice
BN1 & BN2
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Douglas W Flagg" <dwflagg at juno.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, July 05, 2008 6:24 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas Part


> Can anyone tell me the application for Lucas part number 572619 which is
> a license plate lamp base assembly? TIA.
>
> Doug

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul  5 22:01:08 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 12:01:08 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Healey California trip mileage - others sought
In-Reply-To: <BLU133-W492BA4B4716F316AF455C1AD950@phx.gbl>
References: <ff59076c0807051556q3fe63ee1v33e5a9804551799f@mail.gmail.com>
	<C4956AEC.2814B%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
	<BLU133-W492BA4B4716F316AF455C1AD950@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807052101g7f30ed5akd1f214f2c1a85055@mail.gmail.com>

Bill -

Ethanol mix shouldn't reduce mileage that much, no more than 10%.
so... 20 mpg -2 = 18 mpg with ethanol at the worst.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 10:10 AM,  <insptwo at msn.com> wrote:
> Don't forget that with the new ethanol in the gas, your mileage is going to
> drop! How much so will depend on your particular engine and the amount of heat
> that you are in.
> Bill
> BJ7

From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Jul  5 22:42:42 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:42:42 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey California trip mileage - others sought
Message-ID: <070620080442.14214.48704D420002B99100003786220076370404040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

We've tracked mileage closely all over the western US and Canada for the last 16 years or so.  It's been pretty consistent:

50-60mph => 22-24mpg
60-70mph => 20-22mpg
70-80mph => 18-20mpg

Lower in hilly areas with lots of curves ;)


bs

--
***************************************************************
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'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: <insptwo at msn.com>
> Don't forget that with the new ethanol in the gas, your mileage is going to
> drop! How much so will depend on your particular engine and the amount of heat
> that you are in.
> Bill
> BJ7
> 
> 
> 
> > Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:16:12 -0700> From: steveg at abrazosdata.com> To:
> healey.nut at gmail.com> CC: healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: [Healeys] Healey
> California trip mileage - others sought> > Alan,> I actually have a hopped-up
> 29D motor which runs quite strong--has a stock> cam and HD6 carbs with headers
> and a DMD 2-carb manifold and 1.6 rockers.> > Now I'm interested in figuring
> out why my mileage is bad. I wonder if our> local California fuel has anything
> to do with it.> > Would like to hear trip mileages from other folks in Calif.>
> -- > Steve Gerow> Pasadena CA> 59 BN6> > > > From: "Alan Seigrist"
> <healey.nut at gmail.com>> > > > Steve -> > > > Tom's right, your BN6 should be
> doing better than 20 mpg on the highway.>

From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Sat Jul  5 23:24:21 2008
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Leonard  Hartnett)
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 22:24:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey California trip mileage - others sought
In-Reply-To: <C4956AEC.2814B%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
References: <C4956AEC.2814B%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <520EC9275442424B9911F94CCF7EFBB2@LeonardPC>

I am probably not the best case with which to make comparisons considering 
that I was towing my half-Healey trailer.  Never-the-less, I can state that 
I had a couple of 19+ MPG legs with an overall average for the 1,219 mile 
trip of 17.20 MPG.  This included two trips over the Tejon Pass (The 
Grapevine - 4,144 feet) and 165 miles in and around San Diego, including the 
rally, during the week.  Both to and from, we maintained 60 MPH on I-5 in an 
attempt to save a few gas dollars.  It was interesting to note that only two 
eighteen-wheelers (both empty) passed us during the whole trip.  All the 
others were doing 55 MPH.  Understandable with diesel running $5.00+ per 
gallon.

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031

From hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk  Sun Jul  6 01:03:17 2008
From: hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk (mike brooks)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 00:03:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Re -   Late BN2 door-to-scuttle seal
Message-ID: <682327.88424.qm@web34205.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Thanks to all who responded. I now have a bracket set on its way.
The list
came up trumps yet again!!
Mike
Message: 8
Date: Sat, 5 Jul 2008 00:34:21
-0700 (PDT)
From: mike brooks <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
Subject: [Healeys]B 
Late BN2 door-to-scuttle seal
To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID:
<696314.71897.qm at web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/plain;
charset="us-ascii"

Well, after several weeks I have the seals but no bracket
sets. I ordered from
SC Parts in the UK, but due to some hiccup in theirB
stock controlB system,
the brackets have not showed up, and now they are
showing zero stock. If
anyone has a bracket set in stock, or an individual has
a spare set they are
willing to sell, could you contact me off list? It would
be for UK delivery.
Actually I only need the flat strip shaped brackets - the
other ones (which
are shaped like a rectangular U and fit next to the top door
hinge) are still
original on the car and are in good condition.
Many thanks
Mike Brooks

From hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk  Sun Jul  6 01:15:23 2008
From: hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk (mike brooks)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 00:15:23 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] (Non Healey) Start ya Bastard
Message-ID: <580621.1142.qm@web34206.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Found this link by accident whenB googling for engine oil recommendations for
running my Nissan Pathfinder in 120degF+ ambient temperatures here in the
Middle East
http://www.nulon.com.au/products.php?productName=Start_Ya_Bastard_Instant_Eng
ine_Starter
The product name just tickled my sense of humour. I'm sure you
Aussie's are familiar with this stuff.
Mike Brooks
56 BN2

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Sun Jul  6 06:01:58 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 8:01:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey California trip mileage - others sought
Message-ID: <26132816.684991215345718307.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web10-z02>

In 3,391 miles so far during the Conclave trip, I have purchased 155 gallons.  That yields a mileage of 21.8 mpg.  Most of that has been cruising at around 55 - 60 mph with occasional gusts up to 70.
I don't know if George Haywood is keeping track of his mileage, but it's interesting that whenever we stop for gas we always put in the same amount within a few tenths or so.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

From jobu53 at hotmail.com  Sun Jul  6 08:52:45 2008
From: jobu53 at hotmail.com (Dan Serrao)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 07:52:45 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Tank Sending Unit
Message-ID: <BAY101-W18056261EE2E797AB044D4DB950@phx.gbl>

On my way to Conclave my fuel tank sending unit went t.u. I purchased it a few
years ago on Ebay and it had a plastic float. Does anyone know of a source for
a quality replacement? On the Healy6 website there is a Ford unit but I'm not
sure if it's a complete unit or just the float. TIA

Dan Serrao
1963 BJ7
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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sun Jul  6 09:10:39 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:10:39 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Suspension issues, was AH 100 first driving impressions
In-Reply-To: <63B1A4D5F62C7B458A5B757A5EA81750046B325A@S4DE8PSAANH.t-systems.com>
Message-ID: <008b01c8df7a$735f2ac0$0200a8c0@tm4>

Josef,

You may be very right...

I will have to check the geometry of the chassis when I will start to
disassemble the car to do the paint job & body repairs on it.

Thank you all for advice & help!..

Tadek

-----Original Message-----
From: Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com [mailto:Josef.Eckert at t-systems.com]
Sent: 4 lipca 2008 19:30
To: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: AW: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is
fun!...


 Tadek,
Your thoughts are the same as mine were, when I realized the misalignment
first. Then I started a thorough investigation and did lots of frame
measurements and even realized that the right hand front wheel was 1.5cm
further to the back than the left hand. It was only visible when you
compared the wheel arches and contours of the wheels in the arch. During
this checks I saw very minor signs of an accident, which was repaired I
expect some 10 years before I bought the car in 1986. At the end it turned
out that the lower wishbone mounts were replaced and welded back to the
wrong places and with slightly wrong angle. So it was some work to get the
suspension right again.
Now to the precision of the factory work. I think the alignment was quite
good, compared to the body work. My right hand door on my BN1 is 1cm longer
than the left hand door! Both doors are the original doors.
I also have a accident free 1962 BT7, with most of its original panels on
the car. The alignment of the front suspension of this Healey is perfect. So
I assume the quality some 6 years ago was not that bad, as you realize it on
your car.
Put your car on a pit or lifter to check and measure all distances and check
for accident damage and you may find an answer to your questions.

Josef Eckert
Koenigswinter/Germany

-----Urspr|ngliche Nachricht-----
Von: Tadeusz Malkiewicz [mailto:tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl]
Gesendet: Freitag, 4. Juli 2008 19:02
An: Eckert, Josef; healeys at autox.team.net
Betreff: RE: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is
fun!...

Well,

Please correct me if I am wrong, but the camber really signifies the
relation of the upper and lower truunion while looking from the front of the
car. This really means there is a triangle between the upper and lower
trueunion

|\0 <--upper truunion
| \
|  \
|   \
|    \
|_____\O  <-- lower truunion

The angle at the top of that triangle should be 1deg. The distance between
the top and lower truunion is about 22cm. This means that the lower edge of
the triangle should be almost 4mm. (if I remember my trigonometry correctly)

My triangle is the other way, moved 2mm to the outside.

This means my left side is 6mm off.

The question is - was this due to accident or was it the way the cars were
produced??..

How precisely were the cars manufactured as far as the frame is
concerned??...

What are the tolerances for these setups?


Thanks, Tadek

From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Sun Jul  6 10:00:33 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:00:33 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Tank Sending Unit
In-Reply-To: <BAY101-W18056261EE2E797AB044D4DB950@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY101-W18056261EE2E797AB044D4DB950@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <010a01c8df81$6c2a0ed0$447e2c70$@net>

It is just the float.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dan
Serrao
Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2008 10:53 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Tank Sending Unit

On my way to Conclave my fuel tank sending unit went t.u. I purchased it a
few
years ago on Ebay and it had a plastic float. Does anyone know of a source
for
a quality replacement? On the Healy6 website there is a Ford unit but I'm
not
sure if it's a complete unit or just the float. TIA

Dan Serrao
1963 BJ7
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From 57healey at gmail.com  Sun Jul  6 10:28:14 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 11:28:14 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
In-Reply-To: <9918973.669141215302060218.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
References: <9918973.669141215302060218.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807060928r39159a4fi7e273974ca4cc193@mail.gmail.com>

It seems noone around here sells icepicks anymore.  I found a 4 piece
probe set at Home Depot that may work, I will find out this afternoon.

Next time I mark everything with chalk before installing.

Thanks
Patton

On Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 6:54 PM, BJ8 Healeys <sbyers at ec.rr.com> wrote:
> Patton, I use an ice pick as an awl for such purposes.  You can poke around on and through the carpet quite a bit and no damage will be visible.  Of course, if you have access to the back side of the holes, so much the better.
>
> Steve Byers
> HBJ8L/36666
> BJ8 Registry
> Havelock, NC  USA
-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From wpollock at inbox.com  Sun Jul  6 10:52:17 2008
From: wpollock at inbox.com (wpollock@inbox)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 12:52:17 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Jim Lea
Message-ID: <001001c8df88$a7d687e0$4001a8c0@saybrook1>

Jim,would you contact me off list.  Have a question regarding the fellow who
does the  fire engine work up your way.

Bill Pollock

From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Sun Jul  6 10:59:08 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:59:08 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0807060928r39159a4fi7e273974ca4cc193@mail.gmail.com>
References: <9918973.669141215302060218.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
	<743b1e2f0807060928r39159a4fi7e273974ca4cc193@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <010e01c8df89$9b6bb560$d2432020$@net>

Try this URL

http://www.chefdepot.net/icecarvingchisels2.htm

Scroll down and you will see that they sell one for $8.75


John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Patton Dickson
Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2008 12:28 PM
To: BJ8 Healeys
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.

It seems noone around here sells icepicks anymore.  I found a 4 piece
probe set at Home Depot that may work, I will find out this afternoon.

Next time I mark everything with chalk before installing.

Thanks
Patton

On Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 6:54 PM, BJ8 Healeys <sbyers at ec.rr.com> wrote:
> Patton, I use an ice pick as an awl for such purposes.  You can poke
around on and through the carpet quite a bit and no damage will be visible.
Of course, if you have access to the back side of the holes, so much the
better.

From edriver at sasktel.net  Sun Jul  6 11:03:13 2008
From: edriver at sasktel.net (E.A. Driver)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 11:03:13 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Healey California trip mileage - others sought
In-Reply-To: <070620080442.14214.48704D420002B99100003786220076370404040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
References: <070620080442.14214.48704D420002B99100003786220076370404040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4870FAD1.4000802@sasktel.net>

Hello

This is always an interesting topic (my BJ8 has DWR road/rallye camshaft,
and  is ported and polished and new HD8s).  My results are similar to Bob's
although his are slightly better (you can convert his to imperial measure by
multiplying by 1.2 for the comparison).:

                         pre- engine rebuild   highway   26.9 mpg  91 
premium  60-65 mph
                         post engine rebuild   highway   26.0 mpg  91 
premium  60-65 mph
                                                        highway   22.0 
mpg  87 regular (10% ethanol) 60-80 (primarily 70+)
                                                        city          
13.9 mpg  91 or 87     speeds less than 35 mph

Kind regards
Ed
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Historian, AHCUSA
'53 BN1  '65 BJ8  '89 Morgan 4/4


Bob Spidell wrote:
> We've tracked mileage closely all over the western US and Canada for the last 16 years or so.  It's been pretty consistent:
>
> 50-60mph => 22-24mpg
> 60-70mph => 20-22mpg
> 70-80mph => 18-20mpg
>
> Lower in hilly areas with lots of curves ;)
>
>
> bs
>
> --
> ***************************************************************
> Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
> '67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
> ***************************************************************

From dwflagg at juno.com  Sun Jul  6 11:05:12 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 13:05:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
Message-ID: <20080706.130513.3476.4.dwflagg@juno.com>

Patton,

I believe in order to purchase and own an ice pick these days you need a
background check, a permit and a waiting period. There are classes
offered by the National Ice pick Association on the safe use and handling
of an ice pick. You are allowed to have an ice pick in your home but it
must be in a locked container with the handle separated from the pick.
This policy, along with the abolition of recess and gym in school has
produced a generation of obese, but safe children. 

Doug

> It seems no one around here sells ice picks anymore.  I found a 4 
> piece
> probe set at Home Depot that may work, I will find out this 
> afternoon.
> 
> Next time I mark everything with chalk before installing.
> 
> Thanks
> Patton
> 
> On Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 6:54 PM, BJ8 Healeys <sbyers at ec.rr.com> 
> wrote:
> > Patton, I use an ice pick as an awl for such purposes.  You can 
> poke around on and through the carpet quite a bit and no damage will 
> be visible.  Of course, if you have access to the back side of the 
> holes, so much the better.
> >
> > Steve Byers
> > HBJ8L/36666
> > BJ8 Registry
> > Havelock, NC  USA
> -- 
> Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Jul  6 11:41:01 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 13:41:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way  done.
Message-ID: <20080706174101.TBOC22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Anyone ACTUALLY remember using an ice pick??

I'll never tell.
> 
> From: Douglas W Flagg <dwflagg at juno.com>
> Date: 2008/07/06 Sun PM 01:05:12 EDT
> To: 57healey at gmail.com
> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
> 
> Patton,
> 
> I believe in order to purchase and own an ice pick these days you need a
> background check, a permit and a waiting period. There are classes
> offered by the National Ice pick Association on the safe use and handling
> of an ice pick. You are allowed to have an ice pick in your home but it
> must be in a locked container with the handle separated from the pick.
> This policy, along with the abolition of recess and gym in school has
> produced a generation of obese, but safe children. 
> 
> Doug
> 
> > It seems no one around here sells ice picks anymore.  I found a 4 
> > piece
> > probe set at Home Depot that may work, I will find out this 
> > afternoon.
> > 
> > Next time I mark everything with chalk before installing.
> > 
> > Thanks
> > Patton
> > 
> > On Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 6:54 PM, BJ8 Healeys <sbyers at ec.rr.com> 
> > wrote:
> > > Patton, I use an ice pick as an awl for such purposes.  You can 
> > poke around on and through the carpet quite a bit and no damage will 
> > be visible.  Of course, if you have access to the back side of the 
> > holes, so much the better.
> > >
> > > Steve Byers
> > > HBJ8L/36666
> > > BJ8 Registry
> > > Havelock, NC  USA
> > -- 
> > Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
> > 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
> > _______________________________________________
> > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
> > 
> > Healeys at autox.team.net
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Sun Jul  6 12:00:31 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 14:00:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way  done.
Message-ID: <20080706.140032.3476.5.dwflagg@juno.com>

Tom,

Yes, ACTUALLY, we did at work a few years back when removing ice from the
freezer section of the office frig. Unfortunately, it punctured one of
the refrigerant lines, which, I believe, is why you now need a permit to
use one!! :)

Doug

> Anyone ACTUALLY remember using an ice pick??
> 
> I'll never tell.
> > 
> > From: Douglas W Flagg <dwflagg at juno.com>
> > Date: 2008/07/06 Sun PM 01:05:12 EDT
> > To: 57healey at gmail.com
> > CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way 
> done.
> > 
> > Patton,
> > 
> > I believe in order to purchase and own an ice pick these days you 
> need a
> > background check, a permit and a waiting period. There are 
> classes
> > offered by the National Ice pick Association on the safe use and 
> handling
> > of an ice pick. You are allowed to have an ice pick in your home 
> but it
> > must be in a locked container with the handle separated from the 
> pick.
> > This policy, along with the abolition of recess and gym in school 
> has
> > produced a generation of obese, but safe children. 
> > 
> > Doug
> > 
> > > It seems no one around here sells ice picks anymore.  I found a 
> 4 
> > > piece
> > > probe set at Home Depot that may work, I will find out this 
> > > afternoon.
> > > 
> > > Next time I mark everything with chalk before installing.
> > > 
> > > Thanks
> > > Patton
> > > 
> > > On Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 6:54 PM, BJ8 Healeys <sbyers at ec.rr.com> 
> > > wrote:
> > > > Patton, I use an ice pick as an awl for such purposes.  You 
> can 
> > > poke around on and through the carpet quite a bit and no damage 
> will 
> > > be visible.  Of course, if you have access to the back side of 
> the 
> > > holes, so much the better.
> > > >
> > > > Steve Byers
> > > > HBJ8L/36666
> > > > BJ8 Registry
> > > > Havelock, NC  USA
> > > -- 
> > > Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
> > > 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears 
> out."
> > > _______________________________________________
> > > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
> > > 
> > > Healeys at autox.team.net
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> > > 
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From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Sun Jul  6 12:02:52 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 14:02:52 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way  done.
In-Reply-To: <20080706174101.TBOC22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
References: <20080706174101.TBOC22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <010f01c8df92$829e70a0$87db51e0$@net>

Yes and the window sign with numbers at the four corners to tell the iceman
how many pounds to drop off.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
tomfelts at windstream.net
Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2008 1:41 PM
To: Douglas W Flagg; 57healey at gmail.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.

Anyone ACTUALLY remember using an ice pick??

I'll never tell.
> 
> From: Douglas W Flagg <dwflagg at juno.com>
> Date: 2008/07/06 Sun PM 01:05:12 EDT
> To: 57healey at gmail.com
> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
> 
> Patton,
> 
> I believe in order to purchase and own an ice pick these days you need a
> background check, a permit and a waiting period. There are classes
> offered by the National Ice pick Association on the safe use and handling
> of an ice pick. You are allowed to have an ice pick in your home but it
> must be in a locked container with the handle separated from the pick.
> This policy, along with the abolition of recess and gym in school has
> produced a generation of obese, but safe children. 

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Sun Jul  6 12:13:24 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric Wilkins (Rick))
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 11:13:24 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Pictures
In-Reply-To: <4870FAD1.4000802@sasktel.net>
References: <070620080442.14214.48704D420002B99100003786220076370404040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
	<4870FAD1.4000802@sasktel.net>
Message-ID: <408EA187-3022-4E06-837F-4A145C384FDE@cox.net>

Hello all,

I have been too busy to do any club activities, or even fix/drive my  
old Healey, but I ran down to the big show Tuesday during my lunch  
break and took a few pics as I took in the huge scene.

Thanks to all involved for putting on what had to be an incredible  
event.

Enjoy,
Wilko
San Diego

There were many very nice cars there and my favorite was probably John  
Close's car in the parking lot:
http://ewilkins.com/wilko/conclave08/ah_close_full.jpg
http://ewilkins.com/wilko/conclave08/ah_close.jpg

This car and owner were awesome encouraging visitors to sit in the car  
(beautiful 100 with Kirk Kvam inspired paint scheme)
http://ewilkins.com/wilko/conclave08/ah_imagine.jpg

Acouple of engines. A 100 being concours judged, and a 100-S on the  
sidewalk:
http://ewilkins.com/wilko/conclave08/ah_m_engine.jpg
http://ewilkins.com/wilko/conclave08/ah_s_engine.jpg

Diamond in the rough:
http://ewilkins.com/wilko/conclave08/ah_rough.jpg

100-S color on a 100:
http://ewilkins.com/wilko/conclave08/ah_s_color.jpg

And the Healey boat!
http://ewilkins.com/wilko/conclave08/ah_boat.jpg

From autofarm at cyg.net  Sun Jul  6 12:17:54 2008
From: autofarm at cyg.net (Bob Yule)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 14:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] bargain
Message-ID: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>

   E-BAY  120277903117   Anybody looking for a bargain, should not miss this
opportunity!!
Cheers.......Bob
Check out our web site www.autofarm.net

From edriver at sasktel.net  Sun Jul  6 12:28:32 2008
From: edriver at sasktel.net (E.A. Driver)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:28:32 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way  done.
In-Reply-To: <20080706174101.TBOC22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
References: <20080706174101.TBOC22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <48710ED0.9030604@sasktel.net>

Hi Tom

Yes, icing  fish samples in northern Ontario for shipment to our lab in 
Sioux
Lookout, Ontario

Regards
Ed


tomfelts at windstream.net wrote:
> Anyone ACTUALLY remember using an ice pick??
>
> I'll never tell.
>   
>> From: Douglas W Flagg <dwflagg at juno.com>
>> Date: 2008/07/06 Sun PM 01:05:12 EDT
>> To: 57healey at gmail.com
>> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
>> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
>>
>> Patton,
>>
>> I believe in order to purchase and own an ice pick these days you need a
>> background check, a permit and a waiting period. There are classes
>> offered by the National Ice pick Association on the safe use and handling
>> of an ice pick. You are allowed to have an ice pick in your home but it
>> must be in a locked container with the handle separated from the pick.
>> This policy, along with the abolition of recess and gym in school has
>> produced a generation of obese, but safe children. 
>>
>> Doug
>>
>>     
>>> It seems no one around here sells ice picks anymore.  I found a 4 
>>> piece
>>> probe set at Home Depot that may work, I will find out this 
>>> afternoon.
>>>
>>> Next time I mark everything with chalk before installing.
>>>
>>> Thanks
>>> Patton
>>>
>>> On Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 6:54 PM, BJ8 Healeys <sbyers at ec.rr.com> 
>>> wrote:
>>>       
>>>> Patton, I use an ice pick as an awl for such purposes.  You can 
>>>>         
>>> poke around on and through the carpet quite a bit and no damage will 
>>> be visible.  Of course, if you have access to the back side of the 
>>> holes, so much the better.
>>>       
>>>> Steve Byers
>>>> HBJ8L/36666
>>>> BJ8 Registry
>>>> Havelock, NC  USA
>>>>         
>>> -- 
>>> Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
>>> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>
>>> Healeys at autox.team.net
>>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>>>
>>> You are subscribed as dwflagg at juno.com
>>>
>>> http://www.team.net/archive

From cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu  Sun Jul  6 12:38:48 2008
From: cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu (Charlie Frazer)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 11:38:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Boot Cover
Message-ID: <7401d75170182b71bcc936742434c424@jcomm.uoregon.edu>

Does anyone know if there are instructions for fitting a boot cover 
posted anywhere?
If not, does anyone have suggestions for going about it?
Thanks for your help.
Charlie Frazer
cfrazer at uoregon.edu

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Jul  6 13:43:50 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 13:43:50 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
References: <20080706.130513.3476.4.dwflagg@juno.com>
Message-ID: <013b01c8dfa0$9dac1100$6501a8c0@shop>

<<I believe in order to purchase and own an ice pick these days you need a background check, a permit and a waiting period. There are classes offered by the National Ice pick Association on the safe use and handling of an ice pick. You are allowed to have an ice pick in your home but it must be in a locked container with the handle separated from the pick.  This policy, along with the abolition of recess and gym in school has produced a generation of obese, but safe children. >>

"Snoopes.com" says that is TRUE Doug & Patton !!!

<G>
Anon

From fredwescoe at windstream.net  Sun Jul  6 12:47:37 2008
From: fredwescoe at windstream.net (Fred Wescoe)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 14:47:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Ice Pick
Message-ID: <002c01c8df98$c32209b0$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>

Yes gang there are ice picks out there.  I used one on Friday to separate dry
ice from regular ice in a cooler used to transport frozen food home from
Philadelphia.

Ice picks can be found in most liquor stores in the bar supply implement isle.
A second place to look is in Home Depot/Lowes/hardware store in the isle with
awls.  It can also be called a scribe or a scratch awl.  This tool is used by
cabinet makers/carpenters to mark wood instead of using a pencil.

Happy hunting.

Fred
63
BJ7

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Jul  6 14:25:53 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 14:25:53 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] bargain
References: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
Message-ID: <018501c8dfa6$7daca210$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Anybody looking for a bargain, should not miss this opportunity!!>>

Gee Bob, I wonder why "Buyer protection on eBay" is NOT available???

<G>

From 57healey at gmail.com  Sun Jul  6 13:28:14 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 14:28:14 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
In-Reply-To: <013b01c8dfa0$9dac1100$6501a8c0@shop>
References: <20080706.130513.3476.4.dwflagg@juno.com>
	<013b01c8dfa0$9dac1100$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807061228u77d1f890s14ce88d696b65834@mail.gmail.com>

It's a strange world, I glad Snoopes is there with the truth ;)

On Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 2:43 PM, Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com> wrote:

> "Snoopes.com" says that is TRUE Doug & Patton !!!>



-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From rdavies1 at cox.net  Sun Jul  6 13:29:13 2008
From: rdavies1 at cox.net (Ron Davies)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 12:29:13 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] bargain
In-Reply-To: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
References: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
Message-ID: <00a401c8df9e$926d69d0$6501a8c0@OfficeDell>

Bob:
Do you think the house comes with it?
Ron  


 E-BAY  120277903117   Anybody looking for a bargain, should not miss this
opportunity!!
Cheers.......Bob

From cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu  Sun Jul  6 13:29:08 2008
From: cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu (Charlie Frazer)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 12:29:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Hood not boot
Message-ID: <cc54fab6d7d0a1c29f90b79964909f43@jcomm.uoregon.edu>

Sorry.
I'm looking for instruction for fitting a hood (top) cover on a BJ8.
Thanks for any suggestions.
Charlie Frazer
cfrazer at uoregon.edu

From 57healey at gmail.com  Sun Jul  6 13:36:16 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 14:36:16 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] bargain
In-Reply-To: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
References: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807061236y51e257cbg9a2a00c7f5d1e04@mail.gmail.com>

I didn't see paypal as an option so that counts me out :)

On Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 1:17 PM, Bob Yule <autofarm at cyg.net> wrote:
>   E-BAY  120277903117   Anybody looking for a bargain, should not miss this
> opportunity!!
> Cheers.......Bob


-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Sun Jul  6 14:12:54 2008
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 16:12:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS480904C6C3EF1573FD840B3950@phx.gbl>

hello list,
Well, I've started my solo voyage back to Nort' Carolina.  Day one was not
exactly solo as I caravanned with Greg & Nancy Lauser.  I started the day with
just enough gas for 30 or 40 miles of travel.  We tried  40+  and I had the
"Fuel Pumps Ticking constantly & real fast Blues".  We coasted me backtracking
to Alpine where I accidently and stupidly pressed Premium, which turned out to
be $8.99/gal.!! I swallowed my pride, paid the man and we were off.  Slow
mountain roads (Cal. 79 - 78) and a breakfast in Justin (Pop. <1,000) and we
finally got to Arizona where I split off from Gregg on to 60 to Camp Verde,
AZ.  A hot trip taking 10 hours to reel off 444 miles.  Just made it to the
Comfort Inn front shelter when a hail storm broke out.  Good luck following
bad, I'd say.
Day 2 was a 5am to 10am run through fantastic Northern AZ - Southern UT
scenery to Blanding UT.  300 miles in 5 hours flat; now we're talking!  Steve,
I missed seeing you guys.  Was shooting digital shots out the window at
speed...maybe you will show up in those.
Day three was 6am to 12 noon, 365 miles to Dillon, CO.  You can't beat these
Interstates when the weather is cool & dry. Just made it to the Comfort Inn
front shelter when a thunder-storm broke out. Lucky, again.  Weather was cool.
Saw a bad accident at the Vail Summit on I-70.
Haven't calculated mileage yet... looks like 22+
  GaryB and the Silver Bullet

From lgalper1 at cox.net  Sun Jul  6 14:22:21 2008
From: lgalper1 at cox.net (Lou G)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 13:22:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Hardtop available
Message-ID: <4871297D.7010701@cox.net>

Nick at Nical Engineering still has one hardtop available that was 
brought to Conclave in San Diego.
He is still vacationing in San Diego.
His San Diego phone number is:
619-315-8199

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Jul  6 14:26:45 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 16:26:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Boot Cover
Message-ID: <20080706202645.BBEW22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

What is a boot cover?
> 
> From: Charlie Frazer <cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu>
> Date: 2008/07/06 Sun PM 02:38:48 EDT
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Boot Cover
> 
> Does anyone know if there are instructions for fitting a boot cover 
> posted anywhere?
> If not, does anyone have suggestions for going about it?
> Thanks for your help.
> Charlie Frazer
> cfrazer at uoregon.edu
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
> 
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Jul  6 14:55:46 2008
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (Rick Neville)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 13:55:46 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
Message-ID: <419246.47754.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Anyone have a spare vacuum advance port (the small nipple that connects from
the carburetor base to the rubber tube that goes to the copper line to the
dizzy vacuum advance) for an HS6 from a BJ7?  Please contact me off list.,

I knew it was a vacuum advance port, but if I titled it that, no one would
read the post.

Thanks in advance,
Rick

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Jul  6 15:01:44 2008
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (Rick Neville)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 14:01:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Sticky Fingers
Message-ID: <498076.71793.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Number 2 in a series of mildly suggestive topics.

I was having a great deal of trouble trying to get one of the lower inside
carb nuts started on my BJ7 today.  Usually, when I want to offer up a nut on
a stud in an out of the way place, I'll place a dab of grease on my finger to
hold the nut in place while I get it started.  That didn't work here and the
nut just kept sliding off my fingers.  What I needed was something stickier. 
Looking at my various elixirs and potions I spied the 3M upholstery adhesive. 
Perfect!  Sprayed some on my fingers, let it tack up and stuck the nut on the
end of my finger.  Worked a treat!

HR

From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Sun Jul  6 15:41:21 2008
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ronald J. Ray)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 16:41:21 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Sticky Fingers
In-Reply-To: <498076.71793.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKGECHDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>

Even though I though your post was going to be about what many consider The
Rolling Stones greatest album (releases in 1971 with such songs as Brown
Sugar and Wild Horses), I appreciate the innovative solution to holding
nuts.

Ron


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of Rick Neville
Sent: Sunday, July 06, 2008 3:02 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Sticky Fingers


Number 2 in a series of mildly suggestive topics.

I was having a great deal of trouble trying to get one of the lower inside
carb nuts started on my BJ7 today.  Usually, when I want to offer up a nut
on
a stud in an out of the way place, I'll place a dab of grease on my finger
to
hold the nut in place while I get it started.  That didn't work here and the
nut just kept sliding off my fingers.  What I needed was something stickier.
Looking at my various elixirs and potions I spied the 3M upholstery
adhesive.
Perfect!  Sprayed some on my fingers, let it tack up and stuck the nut on
the
end of my finger.  Worked a treat!

HR

From rdavies1 at cox.net  Sun Jul  6 15:41:19 2008
From: rdavies1 at cox.net (Ron Davies)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 14:41:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] bargain
In-Reply-To: <018501c8dfa6$7daca210$6501a8c0@shop>
References: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
	<018501c8dfa6$7daca210$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <00d601c8dfb1$06991400$6501a8c0@OfficeDell>

IMHO, Buyer Protection means nothing anyway on E-Bay.
I "won" two baseball tickets with a "buy-it-now", got the confirmation and
when I tried to pay via CC by phone as requested, they said it "was a
mistake" and I could have them for THREE times the amount.  E-Bay was no
help at all. They couldn't care less. Yes I reported them every which way I
could. Beware.
Ron


Gee Bob, I wonder why "Buyer protection on eBay" is NOT available???

From 57healey at gmail.com  Sun Jul  6 15:48:32 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 16:48:32 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0807060928r39159a4fi7e273974ca4cc193@mail.gmail.com>
References: <9918973.669141215302060218.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web08-z02>
	<743b1e2f0807060928r39159a4fi7e273974ca4cc193@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807061448m6371a64eld9e289aba1f4ef01@mail.gmail.com>

I got the below 4pc Precision Blade Probe Set for ~$8 at Home Depot.
It should work fine.

http://www.generaltools.com/Products/4pc-Precision-Blade-Probe-Set__60004.aspx

Patton
-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Sun Jul  6 17:20:16 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Mon,  7 Jul 2008 09:20:16 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Sticky Fingers
In-Reply-To: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKGECHDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
References: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKGECHDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <1215386416.48715330182a5@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

Quoting "Ronald J. Ray" <ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net>:

> Even though I though your post was going to be about what many consider The
> Rolling Stones greatest album (releases in 1971 with such songs as Brown
> Sugar and Wild Horses), I appreciate the innovative solution to holding
> nuts.
> 
> Ron
> 
RON you are a great man with such an eye and ear for style and emotion.Driving 
a car that won the 'Best of the New York' motor show with its lines, the sound 
of a six cylinder ( prefferably on Webers ) and Keith Richards band filling in 
the voids.Note that L... Vitton fashion house has elected Keith as its 'Image 
Maker'
Joe - just drove to the office with Jerry Lee L and his 1983 Live Album ( CD )

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Sun Jul  6 17:29:47 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 09:29:47 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
In-Reply-To: <419246.47754.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <419246.47754.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F812@itfexch5.central.det.win>

G'day Rick

I am really glad that it's not just me who thinks along these lines.

I think it was a sad day for the automotive industry when they
introduced "sealed-for-life" tie-rods and other suspension components.
The world would be a far better place if there were more nipples to play
with.

Just think about how boring life would be if we just had to lie on our
backs and not be able to use our grease guns on the nipples.

Surely nipples are the life blood of the universe. More nipples, more
use of the grease gun, more fun ways of passing the time and ultimately
more sticky fingers. What more would a bloke want to do with his
Austin-Healey?

I have been telling my wife this for years, but usually it just falls on
a rolled over back.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

Ps Where it's Monday morning and I am looking for every diversion I can.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Rick Neville
Sent: Monday, 7 July 2008 6:56 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted

Anyone have a spare vacuum advance port (the small nipple that connects
from
the carburetor base to the rubber tube that goes to the copper line to
the
dizzy vacuum advance) for an HS6 from a BJ7?  Please contact me off
list.,

I knew it was a vacuum advance port, but if I titled it that, no one
would
read the post.

Thanks in advance,
Rick
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Jul  6 17:52:08 2008
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (Rick Neville)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 16:52:08 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
In-Reply-To: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F812@itfexch5.central.det.win>
Message-ID: <825108.37040.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Patrick,

Given that the list is largely populated by debauched OWGs (old white guys)
with short attention spans, one has to choose one's topic carefully in order
to get a response.  Horses for courses, y'know.

Happy Healeying,
Rick

--- On Sun, 7/6/08, Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au> wrote:
From: Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au>
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
To: healeyrick at yahoo.com, healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Sunday, July 6, 2008, 7:29 PM

G'day Rick

I am really glad that it's not just me who thinks along these lines.

I think it was a sad day for the automotive industry when they
introduced "sealed-for-life" tie-rods and other suspension
components.
The world would be a far better place if there were more nipples to play
with.

Just think about how boring life would be if we just had to lie on our
backs and not be able to use our grease guns on the nipples.

Surely nipples are the life blood of the universe. More nipples, more
use of the grease gun, more fun ways of passing the time and ultimately
more sticky fingers. What more would a bloke want to do with his
Austin-Healey?

I have been telling my wife this for years, but usually it just falls on
a rolled over back.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

Ps Where it's Monday morning and I am looking for every diversion I can.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Rick Neville
Sent: Monday, 7 July 2008 6:56 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted

Anyone have a spare vacuum advance port (the small nipple that connects
from
the carburetor base to the rubber tube that goes to the copper line to
the
dizzy vacuum advance) for an HS6 from a BJ7?  Please contact me off
list.,

I knew it was a vacuum advance port, but if I titled it that, no one
would
read the post.

Thanks in advance,
Rick
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From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Jul  6 18:58:20 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 18:58:20 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] bargain
References: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
	<018501c8dfa6$7daca210$6501a8c0@shop>
	<00d601c8dfb1$06991400$6501a8c0@OfficeDell>
Message-ID: <00bc01c8dfcc$8d485770$6501a8c0@shop>

Ron:

<<IMHO, Buyer Protection means nothing anyway on E-Bay.>>

Agreed.  My "comment" was said with tongue stuck FIRMLY in cheek!!!!

<G>

er, unless you 'bought' the car!?!?!?!?

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Jul  6 18:04:41 2008
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (Rick Neville)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 17:04:41 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
In-Reply-To: <825108.37040.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <328078.20707.qm@web51401.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Hey Ed,

Doesn't Hortense have a spare nipple?

Rick

--- On Sun, 7/6/08, Rick Neville <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:
From: Rick Neville <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
To: healeys at autox.team.net, "Quinn, Patrick" <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au>
Date: Sunday, July 6, 2008, 7:52 PM

Patrick,

Given that the list is largely populated by debauched OWGs (old white guys)
with short attention spans, one has to choose one's topic carefully in
order
to get a response.  Horses for courses, y'know.

Happy Healeying,
Rick

--- On Sun, 7/6/08, Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au> wrote:
From: Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au>
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
To: healeyrick at yahoo.com, healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Sunday, July 6, 2008, 7:29 PM

G'day Rick

I am really glad that it's not just me who thinks along these lines.

I think it was a sad day for the automotive industry when they
introduced "sealed-for-life" tie-rods and other suspension
components.
The world would be a far better place if there were more nipples to play
with.

Just think about how boring life would be if we just had to lie on our
backs and not be able to use our grease guns on the nipples.

Surely nipples are the life blood of the universe. More nipples, more
use of the grease gun, more fun ways of passing the time and ultimately
more sticky fingers. What more would a bloke want to do with his
Austin-Healey?

I have been telling my wife this for years, but usually it just falls on
a rolled over back.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

Ps Where it's Monday morning and I am looking for every diversion I can.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Rick Neville
Sent: Monday, 7 July 2008 6:56 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted

Anyone have a spare vacuum advance port (the small nipple that connects
from
the carburetor base to the rubber tube that goes to the copper line to
the
dizzy vacuum advance) for an HS6 from a BJ7?  Please contact me off
list.,

I knew it was a vacuum advance port, but if I titled it that, no one
would
read the post.

Thanks in advance,
Rick
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From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Jul  6 19:28:04 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 19:28:04 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
References: <328078.20707.qm@web51401.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <00f901c8dfd0$b4953c90$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Doesn't Hortense have a spare nipple?>>

Sure, Rick.  $25,000.00 and you pay 'shipping'!!!

<G>

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Jul  6 18:43:52 2008
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (Rick Neville)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 17:43:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
In-Reply-To: <00f901c8dfd0$b4953c90$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <750763.23765.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

If I wanted to pay Mo$$ prices, I would've gone to their website! LOL!

HR

--- On Sun, 7/6/08, Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com> wrote:
From: Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Sunday, July 6, 2008, 9:28 PM

<<Doesn't Hortense have a spare nipple?>>

Sure, Rick.  $25,000.00 and you pay 'shipping'!!!

<G>
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

You are subscribed as healeyrick at yahoo.com

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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul  6 18:45:32 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 08:45:32 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] bargain
In-Reply-To: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
References: <000d01c8df94$9d272000$6500a8c0@OFFICE>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807061745r15032e1cr9f484750942b9b11@mail.gmail.com>

I can buy a 17th century chateau in the Loire Valley for that price!
Ooops I forgot about the exchange rate... wah wah wah waaaaah..

Alan

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 2:17 AM, Bob Yule <autofarm at cyg.net> wrote:
>   E-BAY  120277903117   Anybody looking for a bargain, should not miss this
> opportunity!!
> Cheers.......Bob
> Check out our web site www.autofarm.net

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul  6 19:06:28 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 09:06:28 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
In-Reply-To: <419246.47754.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <419246.47754.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807061806l2876bea3pbc0f163708523c42@mail.gmail.com>

Rick, et.al.,

Not that I will post yet another nipple joke that will send all you
angry old white men a titter (badumpshh), but to answer your question
Rick, you should be able to get this part from Burlen or SU midel new:

http://www.burlen.co.uk/sidelinkSearch.aspx?sideLinkID=209
http://www.sumidel.com/

Generally speaking I find SU Midel to be a little more helpful and to
have more odd bits in stock, although you will have to deal with
another angry white old man named Bill Bressington but he's a good
chap nonetheless.

Speaking of angry old white men.... gentlemen, may I Introduce you to
George Liquor, American:

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=C7PC5VX9B5I

my all time favorite role model!

Cheers,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 4:55 AM, Rick Neville <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:
> Anyone have a spare vacuum advance port (the small nipple that connects from
> the carburetor base to the rubber tube that goes to the copper line to the
> dizzy vacuum advance) for an HS6 from a BJ7?  Please contact me off list.,
>
> I knew it was a vacuum advance port, but if I titled it that, no one would
> read the post.
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Rick

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Sun Jul  6 19:36:09 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 11:36:09 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807061806l2876bea3pbc0f163708523c42@mail.gmail.com>
References: <419246.47754.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0807061806l2876bea3pbc0f163708523c42@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F818@itfexch5.central.det.win>

G'day Alan

Sadly Bill Bressington succumbed to a long bout of cancer a little time
back. I had the pleasure of interviewing Bill a few years back about
when he was involved in motor sport during the 1950s and '60s both here
in Australia and in Europe.

He was always in great demand here as the font of knowledge on all
things SU. During his prime Bill was known as Mr Brasso due to him
always carrying a can of the metal cleaner with him so he could clean SU
needles for optimum performance.

When in Europe he bought out all the remaining spare parts of SU when it
was still part of BMC. He is the only person that I know who had the
complete array of parts for making the extreme rare dual-throat SU that
was originally fitted to the BN3/1. However at close to $2,000 each and
I need 3 I had to declined.

SU Midel is still thriving and offering first class service under the
control of sons Grant and Adam Bressington.

Have a look at www.sumidel.com

Yes they pay me a zillion dollars for every SU carburettor needle they
sell - so buy lots.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

1947 Healey Duncan Saloon
1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Monday, 7 July 2008 11:06 AM
To: healeyrick at yahoo.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted

Rick, et.al.,

Not that I will post yet another nipple joke that will send all you
angry old white men a titter (badumpshh), but to answer your question
Rick, you should be able to get this part from Burlen or SU midel new:

http://www.burlen.co.uk/sidelinkSearch.aspx?sideLinkID=209
http://www.sumidel.com/

Generally speaking I find SU Midel to be a little more helpful and to
have more odd bits in stock, although you will have to deal with
another angry white old man named Bill Bressington but he's a good
chap nonetheless.

Speaking of angry old white men.... gentlemen, may I Introduce you to
George Liquor, American:

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=C7PC5VX9B5I

my all time favorite role model!

Cheers,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

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From kit at henrymotorsports.com  Sun Jul  6 20:11:53 2008
From: kit at henrymotorsports.com (Kit Henry)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 22:11:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Last time going to ebay
Message-ID: <001601c8dfd6$d2df3ce0$030ba8c0@henryfce283bea>

The economy is down and so is work so the car is going on the block
 With little response I will relist the car with a lower asking price

1965 BJ 8
Drivable right now
Cream body over red interior
2 sets of wheels one chrome set on regular set (Never counted the spokes
Has toneau cover
Chrome good to excellent
Overdrive works

Needs trans leak repaired though shifts fine
Needs body outer 1/2 paint for a nice daily drivers
full re paint if you are going to concourse

Car is very solid no rust to my knowledge

Car is located in Bellevue, Ohio
1/2 way between Toledo and Cleveland

Would like $27,500.00 with all spares

Photos available

Private owner that has dealer license for car collection purposes

Hate to sell though unless someone is interested in advertising tax
advantages, my son's racing must go on
www.caphenryracing.com

Private e-mail to kit at henrymotorsports.com
419-217-0685

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Jul  6 21:59:52 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 21:59:52 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
References: <750763.23765.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <021401c8dfe5$e97eb840$6501a8c0@shop>

<<If I wanted to pay Mo$$ prices, I would've gone to their website! >>

Then you would NOT have gotten a discount, Rick !!!

<smirk & G>

From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Sun Jul  6 21:06:17 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 20:06:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Return From San Diego
Message-ID: <962659.89546.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

We left the hotel about 4:15 AM Friday, north on I-15 to I-70 in Utah and
then east on I-70 to Green River,UT. Hot was not the word for the day. Almost
719 miles the first day, stopped just before dark (what ever time that was).
Ian drove the Bugeye and I the BT7 all but 60 miles the ladies drove, they got
the hottest part of day and the hottest road. Had a minor bout of vapor lock
in mid Utah in the BT7, as with the trip out both cars ran HOT. Most of the 
day we drove by engine temperature rather than speedometer.
 
Saturday we let
about 5:15 AM, Vail pass and the Eisenhower pass were spectaclular as was most
of the scenery before Denver. Leaving early allowed us to use a little more
speed vs. Friday. The Lempert 3:55 gear is certainly not meant for uphills
like you find in the Interstate in CO. The second mountain was a lot easier
than the first after getting a little experience. Ian continued to  tinker
with the front suspension, sway bar, toe-in. At our lunch stop Ian replaced
away bar bushing with a couple of pieces of rubber hose I had. It held togther
until we got home.  The BT7 picked up a staple on the left rear but held air.
Walmart had  a pair tires to replace the unfixable and put the other in the
boot as a new spare. 764 miles to York, NE. stopping at about dark again.
 
Sunday, slept in start on the road at 7 AM, no excitement except the delay for
a motorcycle accident clean-up in Iowa some place. The Bugeye is usung a
little oil but not an unmanageable amount. Engine temperatures were much
better able to run in upper 70 mph range most of the day. Arrived home (Cicago
suburb) about 5:30PM only 528 miles today.   a total of 2011 miles from
SanDiego to Chicago in 3 days of driving:) Don't know why Gary was in Colorado
after 3 days when he only had to deal with one person at all the rest stops?
 
Next year Conclave is in Kingston, Ontario, just over a days drive, what a
relief.
Bob


 

hello list,
Well, I've started my solo voyage back to Nort'
Carolina.  .  A hot trip taking 10 hours to reel off 444 miles.  Just made it
to the
Comfort Inn front shelter when a hail storm broke out.  
Day 2 was a
5am to 10am run through fantastic Northern AZ - Southern UT
scenery to
Blanding UT.  300 miles in 5 hours flat; now we're talking!  Steve,
I missed
seeing you guys.  
Day three was 6am to 12 noon, 365 miles to Dillon, CO.  
GaryB and the Silver Bullet

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Sun Jul  6 22:30:35 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Sun, 06 Jul 2008 21:30:35 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Mileage followup
Message-ID: <C496E9FB.28181%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

An envious thanks to all who got 20+ mpg on the survey.

Were the cars all BJ8s or were there HD6s or tricarbs?

I understand the HD8s get better mileage.
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From Editorgary at aol.com  Sun Jul  6 22:41:39 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 00:41:39 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Home before dark
Message-ID: <d35.2e276954.35a2f883@aol.com>

Thanks in part to suggestions by Ron Rader and others on this list George 
Henke and I had a pleasant trip home from San Diego to the Bay area, with the 
only really unpleasant time being the stretch between LAX and Santa Monica on the 
405, which lasted only about 15 minutes.
We followed I5 up to San Clemente early on Saturday morning, mostly through 
the cool, moist marine layer, then pulled off at the first exit in San Clemente 
in search of breakfast. Pulling into the driverway of a garage that 
advertised "We repair American, European, and Japanese Cars" to get our bearings, we 
decided to try further down the road, when we heard from the garage: "Don't go 
anywhere until I've had a chance to look at your cars." The older fellow in the 
garage said he had a 100, just like George's, in his garage that he was going 
to restore when he got the time. He'd had it since 1974. But he sent us a 
block down the street to "The Sugar Shack" -- an independent little place that 
turned out to have the best breakfasts in town according to one of the folks 
waiting on line for a table when we came out after eating. Apparently we got 
there just in time to avoid the rush.
>From San Clemente we followed the Pacific Coast Highway through several beach 
towns with Laguna in their names, slow and stop-light ridden, but fun to see 
the Orange County beach folks at play on a Saturday morning.
Then up past Orange County Airport and on the 405 to Santa Monica, where we 
picked up 1 again along the Pacific Palisades, past the gated mansions near 
Malibu and up to Oxnard along some beautiful curvy coastal highways, with little 
traffic, even on a Saturday morning. 
>From there through Santa Barbara along 101, where we could see the plumes of 
smoke rising out of the hills above SB and Goleta and the fire trucks moving 
from place to place along the county roads, close enough to the fire to get ash 
dropped on the cars occasionally. From there all that was left was the 
stretch of 101 made famous in the movie Sideways -- pretty driving -- to Bob Segui's 
in Santa Maria.
Thanks, Ron, for the suggestions. The coastal interludes were a nice way to 
break up the freeway driving. 
Today, it was an easy trip up 101 to San Jose, but from the road, we could 
see the smoke clouds along the coastal ridges west of King City -- scary stuff. 
Not the longest drive I've ever made to a Conclave or Rendezvous -- about 525 
miles each way -- but pleasant and personally incident-free, with my BN7 and 
George's BN1 running like champs the whole way.
Cheers
Gary


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From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Sun Jul  6 23:55:38 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 22:55:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Home before dark
In-Reply-To: <d35.2e276954.35a2f883@aol.com>
References: <d35.2e276954.35a2f883@aol.com>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807062255t52881915sf81dbf2b0da41e75@mail.gmail.com>

glad you guys had a good trip thru our part of the state.
many great back roads to get you from LA to Salinas with very little freeway
driving.

ron rader


On 7/6/08, Editorgary at aol.com <Editorgary at aol.com> wrote:
>
> Thanks in part to suggestions by Ron Rader and others on this list George
> Henke and I had a pleasant trip home from San Diego to the Bay area, with
> the
> only really unpleasant time being the stretch between LAX and Santa Monica
> on the
> 405, which lasted only about 15 minutes.

From rrengineer at dslextreme.com  Mon Jul  7 00:55:58 2008
From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer at dslextreme.com)
Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 23:55:58 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
Message-ID: <3366ca7bd4aab7cc8a12b10a.20080706235558.eeratvarre@webmail.dslextreme.com>

Now here's an unusual Nasty Boy FS.  No financial interest, just cruising
Ebay.

http://tinyurl.com/5l7mkn

Mike MacLean
60 Sprite
56 BN2

From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Mon Jul  7 04:55:28 2008
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 20:55:28 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] How does Carpet Istallation turn into Ice Picks?
In-Reply-To: <20080706.140032.3476.5.dwflagg@juno.com>
References: <20080706.140032.3476.5.dwflagg@juno.com>
Message-ID: <B6CA272DCD154758892DB53DF38B5821@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day

I like the idea of locking the ice pick behind a glass case and next to it
is another glass case with an axe inside. Now where is the hammer to break
the glass?

Not long back I had to use a specially imported ice pick on our freezer. Not
much natural ice that heeds picking here in Australia, except for one place,
thankfully a long way from my home.

It was interesting that when I opened the freezer door to use the aforesaid
pick I could hear the sound of wind blowing. Then when the noise of the wind
dropped a little someone murmured that they "were going out and may be some
time!"

After a while, no amount of picking could help. I cried out "Oates! Oates!"
There was no response.

Oh Well! It's time for ZZZZ time in this part of the world.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Douglas W Flagg
Sent: Monday, 7 July 2008 4:01 AM
To: tomfelts at windstream.net
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Carpet install question, almost half way done.

Tom,

Yes, ACTUALLY, we did at work a few years back when removing ice from the
freezer section of the office frig. Unfortunately, it punctured one of
the refrigerant lines, which, I believe, is why you now need a permit to
use one!! :)

Doug

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Mon Jul  7 05:49:17 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 7:49:17 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] On the Road Home from Conclave (Day 4)
Message-ID: <12790371.769311215431358046.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web11-z02>

Hello, Healeyphiles -

Our route on Sunday was from Bryce Canyon to Monticello, Utah, about 310 miles through some of the most monumental, awe-inspiring and rockitudinous landscape I have ever witnessed.  An early morning tour through Bryce Canyon National Park started the day off right.   The canyon has many viewpoints, but the best in my opinion is the first one nearest the main gate, at Sunrise Point.  For 60 million years this area was the shore of an inland sea, which created very deep limestone deposits and sand dunes.  Natural erosion and eons have sculpted the limestone and sandstone landscape into fantastic forms called "hoodoos".  The view of the Bryce Amphitheater at Sunrise Point appears to show a city of huge red cathedrals and castles below.

Anyone who hates stoplights but also interstate highways would love UT12 and UT24 since these are wonderful Healey roads through more incredible enormous rock mountains and formations.    Much of this mileage is in or alongside National Parks, and consequently towns and even human habitations are far between.  There was very little traffic on these roads as well, but enough for company.  Apparently the economy in Germany is doing well because most of the tourists we came across were speaking German.  
  
This route takes you up to a little over 9000 feet, which is enough to cause the Healeys to start to run out of puff -- and both of our cars are equipped with the Lempert gears also, but what the gears give up in the mountains they more than make up for in the flatlands.   At one point for a short distance, the road is basically a leveled-off mountain ridgetop with no guardrails and a long, long way down on each side, so pay attention here.  

Both cars continue to run very well, with only minor problems cropping up now and then.   George got himself stuck in some deep sand or gravel for a while and I was ahead out of sight.  But he got himself unstuck without my help.  One minor annoyance for me was that the driver's door glass got itself out of the rear channel and jammed the rear guide against the outboard channel flange, necessitating disassembly of the door panels to get to it and free it.  I found the lower channel  attachment flange broken (again), so I'll be looking for another rear channel soon.  Anyone reading this far who has one available, please let me know.

The tops stayed down today, although we saw some interesting cloud formations in the distance on both sides of the road, with lightning in them and curtains of raining hanging down underneath them. We went through a few drops but we kept on Healeying because it's hard to appreciate the scenery with the tops up.

Happy Healeying!
Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 08:10:50 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:10:50 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave (Day
 4))
In-Reply-To: <12790371.769311215431358046.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web11-z02>
References: <12790371.769311215431358046.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web11-z02>
Message-ID: <487223EA.3000405@comcast.net>

Hi Steve,

re:
"This route takes you up to a little over 9000 feet, which is enough to 
cause the Healeys to start to run out of puff -- and both of our cars 
are equipped with the Lempert gears also, but what the gears give up in 
the mountains they more than make up for in the flatlands."


With 6 forward speeds to choose from, I don't see how the taller 
("Lempert") diffs "give up" anything.  Yes, a grade you might take in 
4th/OD with a 3.9 might have to be taken in 4th/straight with a 3.5, and 
so forth, but I don't really see that as a problem (4th top might be a 
little low, but you have a little extra torque to play with, whereas 
4th/OD leaves little to spare, esp. at lower RPM).  And, there's always 
3rd/OD (which I often forget to use).  For the twisties, 2nd becomes 
much more usable in the hills, whereas it's often too low--and 3rd too 
high--with a 3.9.

The only "downside" I see with the taller rearend is that it takes a bit 
more finessing the clutch to get a smooth start in 1st, but that's not 
necessarily a bad thing (first gear is more realistic, overall).


bs


BJ8 Healeys wrote:
> Hello, Healeyphiles -
>
> Our route on Sunday <snip>


*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From 57healey at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 08:46:19 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 09:46:19 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Longbridge BN4 Armrest Installation
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807070746u375fdc4bwde5cc510595dda4c@mail.gmail.com>

Which snaps/bases to I need to order for the armrest for my BN4.
Also, can someone snap a picture of both sides of theirs so I can
locate mine correctly

Thanks
Patton

-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From amalin at mac.com  Mon Jul  7 08:46:47 2008
From: amalin at mac.com (Al Malin)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:46:47 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Torque for Hub Locknut and Securing Nuts
Message-ID: <BE6ABC51-DCEA-4B22-B1C6-0791A60663A0@mac.com>

What should they be torqued to?

1) Hub Locknut (the one big nut that holds the rear wheel bearing, etc)

2) Securing Nuts (the five nuts that hold the hub extension)

Threads dry or lubricated?

Al Malin
Tricarb

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 09:03:40 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:03:40 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Torque for Hub Locknut and Securing Nuts
Message-ID: <070720081503.1953.4872304C000B222B000007A1220702095304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Al,


Good question(s).


> What should they be torqued to?
> 
> 1) Hub Locknut (the one big nut that holds the rear wheel bearing, etc)


I've never seen an official torque value, but for most cars it's an obscene amount (i.e. >=150ft-lbs).  IMO, you torque as tight as you possibly can, which won't be possible unless you have a suitable socket (I sprung for an "official" socket, which if I recall came from Hemphill's).  Given that--and correct use of the locktabs--you shouldn't have any problems (the hub bearing is an interference fit and would probably stay on on its own, for a while at least).  Since the locktabs are mild steel they will compress a bit, so the more tension to start the better.


> 2) Securing Nuts (the five nuts that hold the hub extension)

I believe the "official" amount is 60 ft-lbs.  I have aways used 100ft-lbs, which is what's called for in most modern autos for lug nut tightness.  Also, I do reuse the locking nuts, but I clean the threads and (re-)apply blue Locktite and have never had one loosen (Locktite has become a religion for me ;)


bs
--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: Al Malin <amalin at mac.com>
> What should they be torqued to?
> 
> 1) Hub Locknut (the one big nut that holds the rear wheel bearing, etc)
> 
> 2) Securing Nuts (the five nuts that hold the hub extension)
> 
> Threads dry or lubricated?
> 
> Al Malin
> Tricarb
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Mon Jul  7 09:05:44 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 11:05:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Longbridge BN4 Armrest Installation
References: <743b1e2f0807070746u375fdc4bwde5cc510595dda4c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <004d01c8e042$ee1c13e0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Patton, 

Long or short version, (height of sides)?

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Patton Dickson" <57healey at gmail.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 10:46 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Longbridge BN4 Armrest Installation


> Which snaps/bases to I need to order for the armrest for my BN4.
> Also, can someone snap a picture of both sides of theirs so I can
> locate mine correctly
> 
> Thanks
> Patton
> 
> -- 
> Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
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From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Mon Jul  7 09:54:34 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 11:54:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O/D Click
Message-ID: <005d01c8e049$c0acbe80$021919ac@valued28addca9>

I think that I recall that there was a discussion that said that when I turn
on the key and flip the o/d switch on the dash there should be a click from
the throttle switch on the dash. I'm not getting that. Also did not get o/d to
work on my trip from Denver to Dallas and back yesterday. Not on the whole 18
mile each way trip! (Did I mention that this is in NC?) Any suggestions on
where to start? The o/d has been flaky for about a year now, I think that it
is time to tackle this prob. Flaky in this case means that when everything is
throughly warmed, driving along with o/d engaged, the car will intermittently
go in and out of o/d... drops out on acceleration, back in when cruising. I
think that this means something needs to be cleaned and/or adjusted. I'll try
the archives for that.

Bob Johnson
BJ8

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Mon Jul  7 10:03:29 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 12:03:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] On the Road Home from Conclave (Day 4)
References: <12790371.769311215431358046.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web11-z02>
Message-ID: <006701c8e04a$ff5680c0$021919ac@valued28addca9>

Steve, I've got top agree with you about Bryce Canyon. Of all of the parks 
and vistas we saw when we were out there (years ago), nothing really 
compared to the beauty of Bryce.

Bob Johnson
BJ8


> Hello, Healeyphiles -
>
> Our route on Sunday was from Bryce Canyon to Monticello, Utah, about 310 
> miles through some of the most monumental, awe-inspiring and rockitudinous 
> landscape I have ever witnessed.  An early morning tour through Bryce 
> Canyon National Park started the day off right.   The canyon has many 
> viewpoints, but the best in my opinion is the first one nearest the main 
> gate, at Sunrise Point. 

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 10:08:56 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (kentmclean at comcast.net)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:08:56 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Home before dark
Message-ID: <070720081608.7812.48723F980004F6B300001E842216549976020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>

Editorgary wrote:

> The older fellow in the garage said he had a 100, just like George's, 
> in his garage that he was going to restore when he got the time. He'd 
> had it since 1974. 

OMG, there's another one? My long lost twin?

I have owned my '56 100 BN2 since April of '74.  It's survived layoffs,
a fix-it-up house, a marriage, 3 kids, and a divorce.  But I still have
it. And just like the garage owner, I'm going to restore it when I get
the time.  But first I need a house with a garage. I've been house
hunting. :)

-- 
Kent McLean
1956 100 BN2, awaiting restoration

From prattri at msn.com  Mon Jul  7 10:18:41 2008
From: prattri at msn.com (Richard Pratt)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 12:18:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Speedometer
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP21A769544359B4BEEA8AC3BD940@phx.gbl>

List,

I am in need of a face and chrome ring for a BJ8 Speedometer. If I need to
by a whole unit, working or not, that's OK.

TIA

Richard

From Editorgary at aol.com  Mon Jul  7 10:23:25 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 12:23:25 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Gas Mileage from Conclave
Message-ID: <c5b.36839a3a.35a39cfd@aol.com>

FWIW: Driving from Los Altos/San Jose to San Diego and back, I used 62 gals 
of gas, costing about $290 to go a nominal 1053 miles, for an indicated 15.6 
mpg.
HOWEVER, that mileage included both crusing speeds and stop-and-go traffic on 
highways and city streets. On the one stretch where we were able to cruise 
continuously for 199 miles I managed a nominal 18.95 mpg. 
I say "nominal" because when I checked my Garmin, I discovered that I had 
actually driven only 990 miles, so my odometer reads 106 percent higher than my 
actual mileage. So, adjusting for that I got an overal 16.7 mpg for the trip, 
with 20.1 mpg on the one and only straight 65 mph cruising stretch.
BTW, I have an early 3000 engine, but it was rebuilt with a BJ8 cam, if that 
makes any difference, and based on plug examination, it runs a little rich.
Cheers
Gary


**************
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From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Mon Jul  7 10:31:02 2008
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 09:31:02 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
In-Reply-To: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
References: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904D29@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Ron,
A couple of months back, I made available to the list pictures of the
plastic and steel fans showing the pitch. I removed the 6 blade steel
and installed a 5 blade steel from a 60's Mustang. I was hoping to cut
down on the noise of the 6 blade steel, but it did so slightly. Next
opportunity, I will try the 5 blade plastic Welch fan. If not satisfied
with that, I will go back to my old small diameter 5 blade steel fan
which I was satisfied with.
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Mon Jul  7 10:33:55 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 12:33:55 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Nipple Wanted
References: <419246.47754.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <015101c8e04f$3ffaac10$021919ac@valued28addca9>

I hate to give an actual "straight" answer to this question, but...When I 
needed this and had to improvise, I striped (or maybe I stripped) the 
insulation from a piece of electrical wire and forced it onto the two 
pieces. Has seemingly worked fine.

Bob Johnson
BJ8



> Anyone have a spare vacuum advance port (the small nipple that connects 
> from
> the carburetor base to the rubber tube that goes to the copper line to the
> dizzy vacuum advance) for an HS6 from a BJ7?  Please contact me off list.,

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 11:11:08 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:11:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807071011k14f7ec02r210842e74af03c06@mail.gmail.com>

Steve,
this is my expeince as well. i have never run out of power on any hill
climb in my BJ8 with factory OD and the 3.5 rear end. yes i may have
to downshift into 4th (non OD) or even 3rd + od. but lock issues. amd
BTW i am usually running at 75 or 80 on the freeways.
ron rader
1965 BJ8

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 7:10 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
>
> Hi Steve,
>
> re:
> "This route takes you up to a little over 9000 feet, which is enough to
> cause the Healeys to start to run out of puff -- and both of our cars
> are equipped with the Lempert gears also, but what the gears give up in
> the mountains they more than make up for in the flatlands."
>
>
> With 6 forward speeds to choose from, I don't see how the taller
> ("Lempert") diffs "give up" anything.

From jhomonek at mindspring.com  Mon Jul  7 11:12:56 2008
From: jhomonek at mindspring.com (John H)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 13:12:56 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
Message-ID: <25633446.1215450777047.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

Those who went to Conclave:

Who won the DMH Commemorative Award at Conclave?

....and congratulations to the Chapter that did!!

TIA

John Homonek
President, Atlanta Chapter AHCA
1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen-Healey

From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul  7 11:28:31 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:28:31 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Gas Mileage from Conclave
Message-ID: <196669.49864.qm@web83908.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Chicago to San Diego (via RT66 some awful sections) rallying, gymkhana, etc
and  a marathon 200 mile interstate return in 3 day to Chicago, 4603 miles in
a Tri-carb got a little over 16 mpg for the entire trip. This was a a cost of
$1230 using 90-93 octane, at a range of $3.99 -$4.99 per gallon.





FWIW:
Driving from Los Altos/San Jose to San Diego and back, I used 62 gals 
of gas,
costing about $290 to go a nominal 1053 miles, for an indicated 15.6 
mpg.

From Editorgary at aol.com  Mon Jul  7 11:33:16 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 13:33:16 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Gas Mileage from Conclave
Message-ID: <bcc.2f58425f.35a3ad5c@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/7/08 10:28:42 AM, blkbt7 at yahoo.com writes:


> got a little over 16 mpg for the entire trip.
> 

Still beats trailering. When I tow my MGA race car in an enclosed trailer 
behind my Ford Explorer, I get 10 mpg. On the other hand, when I'm on the track 
with the MGA, I get 7 mpg.

Cheers
Gary


**************
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From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul  7 11:34:17 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:34:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
Message-ID: <554183.9165.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Ron, Bob,
I think Steve was commenting regarding my message from last night we I mentioned a little problem with the 3.55 on the fisrt high pass at Vail. Not properly anticipating my approach I lost power due to being in the wrong gear. 
At the Eisenhower Pass (higher than Vail) no problem as I did get the right gear combination. I dropped out of 4th OD, downshifted ionto 3rd and then went to 3rd OD, had plenty of power and no struggle by the engine.
It is all in doing it right to start, once the car slows it can be an inconvience getting back to speed. 
Bob


----- Original Message ----
From: F. Ronald Rader f.ronald.rader at gmail.com

Steve,
this is my expeince as well. i have never run out of power on any hill
climb in my BJ8 with factory OD and the 3.5 rear end. yes i may have
to downshift into 4th (non OD) or even 3rd + od. but lock issues. amd
BTW i am usually running at 75 or 80 on the freeways.
ron rader
1965 BJ8

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 7:10 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
>
> Hi Steve,
>
> re:
> "This route takes you up to a little over 9000 feet, which is enough to
> cause the Healeys to start to run out of puff -- and both of our cars
> are equipped with the Lempert gears also, but what the gears give up in
> the mountains they more than make up for in the flatlands."
>
>
> With 6 forward speeds to choose from, I don't see how the taller
> ("Lempert") diffs "give up" anything.

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Mon Jul  7 11:37:38 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 13:37:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O/D Click Part 2
Message-ID: <017a01c8e058$26ba8140$021919ac@valued28addca9>

Solution to problem 1, throttle switch not activating... Note to self, Bob,
make sure that the dash switch wiring is connected FIRST. Then go to next
step. ):^(

Bob Jophnson
BJ8

From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul  7 11:38:22 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:38:22 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
Message-ID: <303184.47558.qm@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

John, 
I believe it went to the Asociation  of Southern California. The CA
clubs were the best represented, followed by the Oregon & Washington clubs and
possibly the Roadrunner club(NM). Any further away from San Diego the clubs
represented didn't have a chance.
Bob (Midwest AHC)



----- Original Message
----
From: John H <jhomonek at mindspring.com>
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent:
Monday, July 7, 2008 12:12:56 PM
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award

Those who went
to Conclave:

Who won the DMH Commemorative Award at Conclave?

....and
congratulations to the Chapter that did!!

TIA

John Homonek
President,
Atlanta Chapter AHCA
1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen-Healey
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From maxandreb1 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul  7 11:39:14 2008
From: maxandreb1 at yahoo.com (Maurice Maxwell)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:39:14 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] RE; OD click
Message-ID: <652732.67954.qm@web58215.mail.re3.yahoo.com>

Bob, 

It sounds like the pressure in the OD unit is low.  This can be checked in the car.

I suggest that you go to the web site:
http://www.team.net/www/healey/tech/big_hly/od/delborder_od.html
this web site gives a very good how to tackle OD problems.

This is the site that helped me with my od problems.  You can get a pressure gauge from Dun-Rite Tool Company, Phone: (940)-433-8276 web site: http://www.dunritetool.com/index.html.  Use the web to see catalog then order by phone.  

Best of luck with the OD.  

Max
1961 BT7

From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul  7 11:40:20 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 10:40:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys]  DMH Award
Message-ID: <492078.13816.qm@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

John, 
I believe it went to the Asociation  of Southern California. The CA
clubs were the best represented, followed by the Oregon & Washington clubs and
possibly the Roadrunner club(NM). Any further away from San Diego the clubs
represented didn't have a chance.
Bob (Midwest AHC)



----- Original Message
----
From: John H <jhomonek at mindspring.com>
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent:
Monday, July 7, 2008 12:12:56 PM
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award

Those who went
to Conclave:

Who won the DMH Commemorative Award at Conclave?

....and
congratulations to the Chapter that did!!

TIA

John Homonek

From ricksnover at earthlink.net  Mon Jul  7 11:54:41 2008
From: ricksnover at earthlink.net (Rick Snover)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 10:54:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
In-Reply-To: <303184.47558.qm@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <303184.47558.qm@web83909.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <E1KFuvC-0008DI-9i@elasmtp-kukur.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

Which one is the DMH Award? The Roadrunner Club from NM won an award 
for highest percentage participation (3 of their 5 members were 
there, or something like that), and the AH Association of SoCal won 
one for sheer numbers.

At 10:38 AM 7/7/2008, Bob Brown wrote:
>I believe it went to the Asociation  of Southern California. The CA 
>clubs were the best represented, followed by the Oregon & Washington 
>clubs and possibly the Roadrunner club(NM). Any further away from 
>San Diego the clubs represented didn't have a chance.
>----- Original Message ----
>From: John H <jhomonek at mindspring.com>
>To: healeys at autox.team.net
>Sent: Monday, July 7, 2008 12:12:56 PM
>Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
>
>Those who went to Conclave:
>Who won the DMH Commemorative Award at Conclave?
>....and
>congratulations to the Chapter that did!!

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Mon Jul  7 12:07:34 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 14:07:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave
 (Day 4))
In-Reply-To: <487223EA.3000405@comcast.net>
References: <12790371.769311215431358046.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web11-z02>
	<487223EA.3000405@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <00f001c8e05c$5562cad0$00286070$@com>

This subject does however lead me to comment on one aspect of the taller
rear gearing that we have not discussed and I would appreciate comments on.
Knowing that gearboxes are considerably more expensive to replace than
clutches I always instructed my Healey customers to develop the habit of
starting out from a stop on level surfaces in 2nd gear. Once mastered this
is actually an easier way to drive a Big Healey and as mentioned is much
easier on the gearbox.
However I have not tried this driving style on a car fitted with a 3.54 : 1
diff and am interested to know if others have.

Michael Salter


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Bob Spidell
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 10:11 AM
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave (Day
4))

Hi Steve,

re:
"This route takes you up to a little over 9000 feet, which is enough to 
cause the Healeys to start to run out of puff -- and both of our cars 
are equipped with the Lempert gears also, but what the gears give up in 
the mountains they more than make up for in the flatlands."


With 6 forward speeds to choose from, I don't see how the taller 
("Lempert") diffs "give up" anything.  Yes, a grade you might take in 
4th/OD with a 3.9 might have to be taken in 4th/straight with a 3.5, and 
so forth, but I don't really see that as a problem (4th top might be a 
little low, but you have a little extra torque to play with, whereas 
4th/OD leaves little to spare, esp. at lower RPM).  And, there's always 
3rd/OD (which I often forget to use).  For the twisties, 2nd becomes 
much more usable in the hills, whereas it's often too low--and 3rd too 
high--with a 3.9.

The only "downside" I see with the taller rearend is that it takes a bit 
more finessing the clutch to get a smooth start in 1st, but that's not 
necessarily a bad thing (first gear is more realistic, overall).


bs


BJ8 Healeys wrote:
> Hello, Healeyphiles -
>
> Our route on Sunday <snip>


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From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul  7 12:24:48 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 11:24:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
Message-ID: <825141.35008.qm@web83903.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

>Which one is the DMH Award? The Roadrunner Club from NM won an award 
for
highest percentage participation (3 of their 5 members were 
there, or
something like that), and the AH Association of SoCal won 
one for sheer
numbers.

The DMH Award recognizes the club with the highest level of
 participation 
at a Conclave. Points are awarded for every event that a club
member participates, gynmkhana, rally, funkhana, RC races, Arts & Crafts, etc.
Additioanl points are awarded for entries that  recive awards (1st, 2nd, etc).
It usually takes a larger club with active members (at Conclave) to win this
beautiful traveling trophy.
The award for the club with the highest percentage
iof members present at Conclave is usually awarded to a smaller club that can
get a high percentage with fewer numbers. This award is named the Edie
Anderson Award for the clubs long time Membership VP.
Bobv 

From jholekamp at sbcglobal.net  Mon Jul  7 12:37:38 2008
From: jholekamp at sbcglobal.net (Jay Holekamp)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 11:37:38 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive Oil Pressure Gauge
Message-ID: <908185.37091.qm@web80408.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Bob,
Here's another possibility for acquiring an overdrive oil pressure gauge:
http://tinyurl.com/505s
brgds, Jay

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 12:38:35 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 11:38:35 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave
 (Day 4))
In-Reply-To: <00f001c8e05c$5562cad0$00286070$@com>
References: <12790371.769311215431358046.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web11-z02>
	<487223EA.3000405@comcast.net> <00f001c8e05c$5562cad0$00286070$@com>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807071138s761491d9s6012d2a018f4dae9@mail.gmail.com>

when i first got my BJ8 I had to start in 3rd. it will do it.
i only use first if i am at a complete dead stop. at one mile an hour
second is just fine with the 3.55  and an overdrive tranny.
ron rader

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 11:07 AM, Michael Salter
<msalter at precisionsportscar.com> wrote:
> This subject does however lead me to comment on one aspect of the taller
> rear gearing that we have not discussed and I would appreciate comments on.

> However I have not tried this driving style on a car fitted with a 3.54 : 1
> diff and am interested to know if others have.
>
> Michael Salter

From ricksnover at earthlink.net  Mon Jul  7 12:39:49 2008
From: ricksnover at earthlink.net (Rick Snover)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:39:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
In-Reply-To: <825141.35008.qm@web83903.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <825141.35008.qm@web83903.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <E1KFvct-0003ro-9x@elasmtp-banded.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

OK, sounds like the SoCal Association got the DMH Award (honkin' big, 
heavy trophy that nobody wants to have to fly with, right?) and the 
Roadrunners got the other.

At 11:24 AM 7/7/2008, Bob Brown wrote:
>>Which one is the DMH Award? The Roadrunner Club from NM won an 
>>award for highest percentage participation (3 of their 5 members 
>>were there, or something like that), and the AH Association of 
>>SoCal won one for sheer numbers.
>
>The DMH Award recognizes the club with the highest level 
>of  participation at a Conclave. Points are awarded for every event 
>that a club member participates, gynmkhana, rally, funkhana, RC 
>races, Arts & Crafts, etc. Additioanl points are awarded for entries 
>that  recive awards (1st, 2nd, etc). It usually takes a larger club 
>with active members (at Conclave) to win this beautiful traveling trophy.
>
>The award for the club with the highest percentage iof members 
>present at Conclave is usually awarded to a smaller club that can 
>get a high percentage with fewer numbers. This award is named the 
>Edie Anderson Award for the clubs long time Membership VP.

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Jul  7 12:40:09 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 14:40:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
Message-ID: <20080707184009.XJZH29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

I hear all this talk about the noise the 6 bladed steel blade makes.  I have such, and have yet to hear the "noise".  Guess I'm lucky.

tom 
> 
> From: "Freese, Ken" <Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com>
> Date: 2008/07/07 Mon PM 12:31:02 EDT
> To: "Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>,  <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
> 
> Ron,
> A couple of months back, I made available to the list pictures of the
> plastic and steel fans showing the pitch. I removed the 6 blade steel
> and installed a 5 blade steel from a 60's Mustang. I was hoping to cut
> down on the noise of the 6 blade steel, but it did so slightly. Next
> opportunity, I will try the 5 blade plastic Welch fan. If not satisfied
> with that, I will go back to my old small diameter 5 blade steel fan
> which I was satisfied with.
> Ken Freese
> 65 BJ8
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 12:52:31 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:52:31 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
Message-ID: <070720081852.9375.487265EF0007D4940000249F220075043804040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Or you're deaf.


;)


bs


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***************************************************************
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'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: <tomfelts at windstream.net>
> I hear all this talk about the noise the 6 bladed steel blade makes.  I have 
> such, and have yet to hear the "noise".  Guess I'm lucky.
> 
> tom 
> > 
> > From: "Freese, Ken" <Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com>
> > Date: 2008/07/07 Mon PM 12:31:02 EDT
> > To: "Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>,  <healeys at autox.team.net>
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
> > 
> > Ron,
> > A couple of months back, I made available to the list pictures of the
> > plastic and steel fans showing the pitch. I removed the 6 blade steel
> > and installed a 5 blade steel from a 60's Mustang. I was hoping to cut
> > down on the noise of the 6 blade steel, but it did so slightly. Next
> > opportunity, I will try the 5 blade plastic Welch fan. If not satisfied
> > with that, I will go back to my old small diameter 5 blade steel fan
> > which I was satisfied with.
> > Ken Freese
> > 65 BJ8

From ronfineesq at earthlink.net  Mon Jul  7 12:53:50 2008
From: ronfineesq at earthlink.net (Ronald A. Fine)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 11:53:50 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave
 (Day 4))
Message-ID: <1567528.1215456831060.JavaMail.root@mswamui-backed.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

In my experience, It doesn't really work to try to start in 2nd. gear with the 3.5 rearend installed.  It is definitely different from the 3.9 rearend in that regard.
Ron

>
>This subject does however lead me to comment on one aspect of the taller
>rear gearing that we have not discussed and I would appreciate comments on.
>Knowing that gearboxes are considerably more expensive to replace than
>clutches I always instructed my Healey customers to develop the habit of
>starting out from a stop on level surfaces in 2nd gear. Once mastered this
>is actually an easier way to drive a Big Healey and as mentioned is much
>easier on the gearbox.
>However I have not tried this driving style on a car fitted with a 3.54 : 1
>diff and am interested to know if others have.
>
>Michael Salter

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 13:00:26 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 19:00:26 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave
 (Day 4))
Message-ID: <070720081900.21129.487267CA000BA93600005289220075043804040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Same for me (though, at 1-2mph I'll usually drop it into first--slides right in).

I get a little bit of judder in first from a standing start if I'm sloppy on the clutch and throttle.  I attribute this more to the mechanical throttle linkage--mine might not be perfect--than the taller rearend.  If I really pay attention--and finesse the throttle and slip the clutch just a little--I can get a smooth start.

Overall, the 3.54 rearend is essential if you do a lot of highway cruising; probably not as useful if you only drive city streets and gymkhanas (I'm even secretly lusting after a 28% O/D).

bs

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'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "F. Ronald Rader" <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
> when i first got my BJ8 I had to start in 3rd. it will do it.
> i only use first if i am at a complete dead stop. at one mile an hour
> second is just fine with the 3.55  and an overdrive tranny.
> ron rader
> 
> On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 11:07 AM, Michael Salter
> <msalter at precisionsportscar.com> wrote:
> > This subject does however lead me to comment on one aspect of the taller
> > rear gearing that we have not discussed and I would appreciate comments on.
> 
> > However I have not tried this driving style on a car fitted with a 3.54 : 1
> > diff and am interested to know if others have.
> >
> > Michael Salter

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 13:14:08 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 19:14:08 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Gas Mileage from Conclave
Message-ID: <070720081914.10478.48726B00000173BE000028EE220075043804040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Hi Gary,


I've been doing a lot of "self-help" on my speedometer lately, so I've learned quite a bit about it.

The linkage between the cable and the odomoter and trip meter is hard gearing so it's not likely your odometer is off (if a gear was skipping you'd read low).    If you have lower profile tires than stock--who doesn't ;)--your odometer would read high (the difference between a 26" dia. tire and a 25" dia. tire would cause a 4% discrepancy, for instance).

Also, GPS indicates linear distance between pt. A and pt. B, and may not account for small turns between two points.  However, I believe the newer GPSes sample quite often so this may not be significant.


bs

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***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: Editorgary at aol.com
> FWIW: Driving from Los Altos/San Jose to San Diego and back, I used 62 gals 
> of gas, costing about $290 to go a nominal 1053 miles, for an indicated 15.6 
> mpg.
> HOWEVER, that mileage included both crusing speeds and stop-and-go traffic on 
> highways and city streets. On the one stretch where we were able to cruise 
> continuously for 199 miles I managed a nominal 18.95 mpg. 
> I say "nominal" because when I checked my Garmin, I discovered that I had 
> actually driven only 990 miles, so my odometer reads 106 percent higher than my 
> actual mileage. So, adjusting for that I got an overal 16.7 mpg for the trip, 
> with 20.1 mpg on the one and only straight 65 mph cruising stretch.
> BTW, I have an early 3000 engine, but it was rebuilt with a BJ8 cam, if that 
> makes any difference, and based on plug examination, it runs a little rich.
> Cheers
> Gary

From jhomonek at mindspring.com  Mon Jul  7 13:36:54 2008
From: jhomonek at mindspring.com (John H)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 15:36:54 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave
 (Day 4))
Message-ID: <25481239.1215459414128.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

Bob,

I just recently installed a newly rebuilt sideshift trans and 28% out of extra parts I had laying around.  I haven't been on a long trip yet to log mileage benefits but it really lowers the RPMs when kicked in.  The real test will come at SE Classic in September....Atlanta to Lynchburg, TN.  Lower RPMs means lower fuel consumption.  At $4.39 per gallon these days, it should pay off rather quickly.

By the way, it is matched with the 3.54 rearend too.  First gear starts on inclines only and second gear on level or downhill starts.

John Homonek
Atlanta AHCA
1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen-Healey

-----Original Message-----
>From: Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net>
>Sent: Jul 7, 2008 3:00 PM
>To: "F. Ronald Rader" <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>, healeys at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave (Day 4))
>
>Same for me (though, at 1-2mph I'll usually drop it into first--slides right in).
>
>I get a little bit of judder in first from a standing start if I'm sloppy on the clutch and throttle.  I attribute this more to the mechanical throttle linkage--mine might not be perfect--than the taller rearend.  If I really pay attention--and finesse the throttle and slip the clutch just a little--I can get a smooth start.
>
>Overall, the 3.54 rearend is essential if you do a lot of highway cruising; probably not as useful if you only drive city streets and gymkhanas (I'm even secretly lusting after a 28% O/D).
>
>bs
>
>--
>***************************************************************
>Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
>'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
>***************************************************************
>
> -------------- Original message ----------------------
>From: "F. Ronald Rader" <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
>> when i first got my BJ8 I had to start in 3rd. it will do it.
>> i only use first if i am at a complete dead stop. at one mile an hour
>> second is just fine with the 3.55  and an overdrive tranny.
>> ron rader
>> 
>> On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 11:07 AM, Michael Salter
>> <msalter at precisionsportscar.com> wrote:
>> > This subject does however lead me to comment on one aspect of the taller
>> > rear gearing that we have not discussed and I would appreciate comments on.
>> 
>> > However I have not tried this driving style on a car fitted with a 3.54 : 1
>> > diff and am interested to know if others have.
>> >
>> > Michael Salter
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From jculphealey at yahoo.com  Mon Jul  7 14:01:56 2008
From: jculphealey at yahoo.com (Jim Culp)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 13:01:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
Message-ID: <113632.80590.qm@web46315.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

My semi- odd '67 BJ8 came with non-adjustable steering wheel and a four speed
non-overdrive transmission.  I'm curious about a couple of things:

1.  Why were so few cars equipped with the four speed non o/d?
2.  I wonder why the original owner saw fit to order the car that way- any
advantages over the o/d version

Thanks all.

Jim

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 14:17:22 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:17:22 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend (was Re: On the Road Home from Conclave
 (Day 4))
Message-ID: <070720082017.11431.487279D20000053D00002CA7220075043804040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Hi John,


re:
"  Lower RPMs means lower 
> fuel consumption.  At $4.39 per gallon these days, it should pay off rather 
> quickly."


Don't expect miracles; i.e. a linear reduction in fuel usage due to the taller gearing.  My MPG didn't increase much when I installed the 3.54 rearend (maybe 1mpg highway at 65mph).  As it was explained to me--and this makes sense--you'll need the same amount of power to push a car at 60mph regardless of the gearing (you'll need more torque for the taller gears/lower RPM, hence horsepower required will be the same).  That is, you'll have the throttle open farther--and thus use more air and fuel--to do 60 with a 3.5 rearend and 28% O/D than with a 3.9 rearend and 22% O/D, but RPM will be reduced (the reduction in engine noise and vibration at highway speed is worth the price of admission, IMO).  Also, I think it's easier to hold a more constant speed with the taller gears, which might account for the small improvement I saw (sorta like a poor man's "cruise control").

This is consistent with aircraft engines with constant-speed propellers--there's literally an infinite combination of prop speeds and throttle settings (in manifold pressure expressed in inches of mercury) that can produce any particular power setting (e.g. 55, 65 or 75% power), although with turbosupercharged engines running "oversquare"--e.g. 50 inches of manifold pressure at 2,100RPM--can markedly increase range (as Charles Lindbergh proved to the AAF in the Pacific in WWII).  But, this is largely achieved with the volumetric efficiencies achieved with supercharging (effectively raising the compression ratio; which will increase "mileage").


bs

--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: John H <jhomonek at mindspring.com>
> Bob,
> 
> I just recently installed a newly rebuilt sideshift trans and 28% out of extra 
> parts I had laying around.  I haven't been on a long trip yet to log mileage 
> benefits but it really lowers the RPMs when kicked in.  The real test will come 
> at SE Classic in September....Atlanta to Lynchburg, TN.  Lower RPMs means lower 
> fuel consumption.  At $4.39 per gallon these days, it should pay off rather 
> quickly.
> 
> By the way, it is matched with the 3.54 rearend too.  First gear starts on 
> inclines only and second gear on level or downhill starts.
> 
> John Homonek
> Atlanta AHCA
> 1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen-Healey

From Editorgary at aol.com  Mon Jul  7 14:34:59 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 16:34:59 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
Message-ID: <bd3.26a4750d.35a3d7f3@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/7/08 1:18:31 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


>
> The linkage between the cable and the odomoter and trip meter is hard
> gearing so it's not likely your odometer is off (if a gear was skipping
you'd read
> low).    If you have lower profile tires than stock--who doesn't ;)--your
> odometer would read high (the difference between a 26" dia. tire and a 25"
dia.
> tire would cause a 4% discrepancy, for instance).
>
> Also, GPS indicates linear distance between pt. A and pt. B, and may not
> account for small turns between two points.  However, I believe the newer
GPSes
> sample quite often so this may not be significant.
>

I do have slightly smaller-diameter tires (running Kelly Metric 165x15s) and
your four percent estimate isn't far off from what I calculated.
I talked to Garmin about their calculations and the journey distance that's
shown on the summary page is in fact the actual highway miles covered -- it's
calculated by using the time and speed information. (There are some distances
on the garmin that are point-to-point -- such as the distance to a gas station
or restaurant -- but the journey distance is actual miles driven.)
It's also interesting to compare the actual speed as shown on the GPS with
the speed indicated on the speedometer. For example, I normally cruise with
the
needle midway between the 60 and the 80 marks on the speedometer, which the
Garmin tells me is actually 65 mph, and occasionally go up to an indicated 80
mph when I'm in the typical high-speed urban freeway traffic (like I5 passing
Anaheim), which the Garmin says is about 72 mph.

Incidentally, FWIW on the entire trip, up hill and down, my temp never read
over 200, and generally was reading between 170 and 190 degrees. On this trip
I
was running with bottled water and water wetter in the radiator, with no
antifreeze, and I have a "Texas Kooler" plastic fan on the engine.

Cheers
Gary


**************
Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for
fuel-efficient used cars.
      (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

From 57healey at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 14:38:16 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 15:38:16 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Motor Trend - The best fiction piece about driving, ever
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807071338o378c75d4u4d992797419c40c@mail.gmail.com>

This sounds like a good Healey story....

http://tinyurl.com/5faxoc

Patton

-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From 57healey at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 14:40:46 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 15:40:46 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Motor Trend - The best fiction piece about driving,
	ever
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0807071338o378c75d4u4d992797419c40c@mail.gmail.com>
References: <743b1e2f0807071338o378c75d4u4d992797419c40c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807071340h7492c6dfl303f5023db78fcf2@mail.gmail.com>

I just found it as a free pdf download.  It's real short

http://www.ccdmd.qc.ca/media/pdf/en/EEE_Powder.pdf

Patton

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 3:38 PM, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:
> This sounds like a good Healey story....
>
> http://tinyurl.com/5faxoc
>
> Patton
>
> --
> Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
>



-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From mike.vasquez at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 14:46:38 2008
From: mike.vasquez at gmail.com (Mike Vasquez)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 13:46:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Found healey for sale - phx craigslist - dealer
Message-ID: <28f529ba0807071346o438ec961u1ebe73bfd6239619@mail.gmail.com>

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/car/745844951.html

Thought I'd pass it along in case someone's in the market for one.
This is way over my budget.  I have no affiliation at all with the
mentioned company.  It's about 29-58x my budget for a project. :-)

Mike

From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Mon Jul  7 14:52:07 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:52:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <bd3.26a4750d.35a3d7f3@aol.com>
References: <bd3.26a4750d.35a3d7f3@aol.com>
Message-ID: <015b01c8e073$5223fc10$f66bf430$@net>

Personal aside:

Aren't we getting a little technical and/or anal about MPG and speed.

There are countless permutations involved here guys. 

Tranny ratios
Gear Box selections
Tire sizes, 
Fuels used
Additives to the gas
Gear Box Lubes
Tranny oil
Leering at the passenger and slowing down as the eye signals become stronger
(opposite sex, I hope unless it has been a very, very, very long trip)
Freeway versus two lane highway 
Number of stop lights
One horse or two horse towns gone through with artificially low speed zones
(AKA speed traps or revenue enhancers for the town)
Altitude
How recent was the build of the tranny, OD, Speedo, odometer, at idle while
looking at a deer on the road, yadda, yadda, yadda

Ad nauseum which is a better way of saying yadda, yadda, yadda

I loved reading the "blogs" that  everyone was kind enough to share on the
list but . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Editorgary at aol.com
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 4:35 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.

In a message dated 7/7/08 1:18:31 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


>
> The linkage between the cable and the odomoter and trip meter is hard
> gearing so it's not likely your odometer is off (if a gear was skipping
you'd read
> low).    If you have lower profile tires than stock--who doesn't ;)--your
> odometer would read high (the difference between a 26" dia. tire and a 25"
dia.
> tire would cause a 4% discrepancy, for instance).
>
> Also, GPS indicates linear distance between pt. A and pt. B, and may not
> account for small turns between two points.  However, I believe the newer
GPSes
> sample quite often so this may not be significant.

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 14:59:49 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:59:49 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
Message-ID: <070720082059.16651.487283C5000A2FE30000410B220702157304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Hi Gary,


re:
"For example, I normally cruise with
> the
> needle midway between the 60 and the 80 marks on the speedometer, which the
> Garmin tells me is actually 65 mph, and occasionally go up to an indicated 80
> mph when I'm in the typical high-speed urban freeway traffic (like I5 passing
> Anaheim), which the Garmin says is about 72 mph."

Although it's "safer"--from a legal standpoint--to be traveling at less speed than indicated you can "calibrate" your speedometer by removing the needle and repositioning it on the spindle.  BTW, the "peg" the needle rests on retracts to allow the needle to be positioned below zero to start.


re:
"... was running with bottled water ... in the radiator"


Must be the SoCal influence (hope it was at least Evian, not any of that nasty Costco stuff ;).



bs


--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: Editorgary at aol.com

> I do have slightly smaller-diameter tires (running Kelly Metric 165x15s) and
> your four percent estimate isn't far off from what I calculated.
> I talked to Garmin about their calculations and the journey distance that's
> shown on the summary page is in fact the actual highway miles covered -- it's
> calculated by using the time and speed information. (There are some distances
> on the garmin that are point-to-point -- such as the distance to a gas station
> or restaurant -- but the journey distance is actual miles driven.)
> It's also interesting to compare the actual speed as shown on the GPS with
> the speed indicated on the speedometer. For example, I normally cruise with
> the
> needle midway between the 60 and the 80 marks on the speedometer, which the
> Garmin tells me is actually 65 mph, and occasionally go up to an indicated 80
> mph when I'm in the typical high-speed urban freeway traffic (like I5 passing
> Anaheim), which the Garmin says is about 72 mph.
> 
> Incidentally, FWIW on the entire trip, up hill and down, my temp never read
> over 200, and generally was reading between 170 and 190 degrees. On this trip
> I
> was running with bottled water and water wetter in the radiator, with no
> antifreeze, and I have a "Texas Kooler" plastic fan on the engine.
> 
> Cheers
> Gary

From Editorgary at aol.com  Mon Jul  7 15:00:42 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 17:00:42 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
Message-ID: <be0.3a0a63c9.35a3ddfa@aol.com>

John Sims writes: Aren't we getting a little technical and/or anal about MPG 
and speed.

     There are countless permutations involved here guys.

Sorry if the topic got a little too technical, but folks who were out on the 
road last week and had their own personal experiences were interested in the 
experiences of other folks on the road. But, as you note, one can't simply say 
what mileage one got without noting what engine and tranny one has, and the 
conditions under which one was driving.
But I think our job here is done: Healeys generally get between 16 and 20 
mpg, and anything outside that range is an issue for concern or a damned lie.

Cheers
Gary


**************
Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for 
fuel-efficient used cars.
      (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Jul  7 15:01:12 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 17:01:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
Message-ID: <20080707210112.EMVH22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

I'd get a lot anal if I was only getting 14 mpg on the road.:):):):):):):)


> 
> From: John Sims <ahbn6 at optonline.net>
> Date: 2008/07/07 Mon PM 04:52:07 EDT
> To: Editorgary at aol.com,  healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
> 
> Personal aside:
> 
> Aren't we getting a little technical and/or anal about MPG and speed.
> 
> There are countless permutations involved here guys. 
> 
> Tranny ratios
> Gear Box selections
> Tire sizes, 
> Fuels used
> Additives to the gas
> Gear Box Lubes
> Tranny oil
> Leering at the passenger and slowing down as the eye signals become stronger
> (opposite sex, I hope unless it has been a very, very, very long trip)
> Freeway versus two lane highway 
> Number of stop lights
> One horse or two horse towns gone through with artificially low speed zones
> (AKA speed traps or revenue enhancers for the town)
> Altitude
> How recent was the build of the tranny, OD, Speedo, odometer, at idle while
> looking at a deer on the road, yadda, yadda, yadda
> 
> Ad nauseum which is a better way of saying yadda, yadda, yadda
> 
> I loved reading the "blogs" that  everyone was kind enough to share on the
> list but . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .
> 
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>  
> www.healey6.com
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
> Editorgary at aol.com
> Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 4:35 PM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
> 
> In a message dated 7/7/08 1:18:31 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:
> 
> 
> >
> > The linkage between the cable and the odomoter and trip meter is hard
> > gearing so it's not likely your odometer is off (if a gear was skipping
> you'd read
> > low).    If you have lower profile tires than stock--who doesn't ;)--your
> > odometer would read high (the difference between a 26" dia. tire and a 25"
> dia.
> > tire would cause a 4% discrepancy, for instance).
> >
> > Also, GPS indicates linear distance between pt. A and pt. B, and may not
> > account for small turns between two points.  However, I believe the newer
> GPSes
> > sample quite often so this may not be significant.
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From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Mon Jul  7 15:02:27 2008
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Leonard  Hartnett)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 14:02:27 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
In-Reply-To: <070720081852.9375.487265EF0007D4940000249F220075043804040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
References: <070720081852.9375.487265EF0007D4940000249F220075043804040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <EA5D92FD061343668F74A4AB5831870F@LeonardPC>

Tom:  Assuming you have normal hearing, if you want to hear how noisy your 
fan is, take it off and run without it for a while.

I was able to do this while stationed in England (someone told me I could 
gain as much as 10 HP by removing it).  As long as I was able to attain 40 
MPH, enough cool air passed through the radiator to avoid overheating even 
without a fan installed.
that's not possible here in California in the Sacramento Valley area, of 
course.

I eventually installed a Hayden 7 bladed (metal) flex fan.  It is noisy but 
it pulls gobs of air.

Bob may have been joking but, from experience, have you had your hearing 
tested lately?  I didn't realize how many sounds I was missing until I got 
my hearing aids.

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
To: <tomfelts at windstream.net>; "Freese, Ken" <Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com>; 
"Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 11:52 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan


> Or you're deaf.
>
> ;)
>
> bs
>
> --
> ***************************************************************
> Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
> '67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
> ***************************************************************
>
> -------------- Original message ----------------------
> From: <tomfelts at windstream.net>
>> I hear all this talk about the noise the 6 bladed steel blade makes.  I 
>> have
>> such, and have yet to hear the "noise".  Guess I'm lucky.
>>
>> tom

From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Mon Jul  7 15:05:30 2008
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 14:05:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Finding TDC
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0806272007q3fdce8ffo87f207bbcca21cb7@mail.gmail.com>
References: <ff59076c0806270707q2a84af9bh288dd85936adccb0@mail.gmail.com><856175.73397.qm@web83307.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0806272007q3fdce8ffo87f207bbcca21cb7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904D3D@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Another cool technique is to replace the center electrode/porcelain with
a tube and connect the tube with rubber hose to a jar of water or other
liquid.
Ken Freese

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Friday, June 27, 2008 8:07 PM
To: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net
Cc: healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1/BN2 Timing

Norman -

Thanks, you are a gem.

Best Regards,

Alan

PS. Yes I have your tech talk book and I should have looked at it first!

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sat, Jun 28, 2008 at 10:52 AM, Norman Nock <sjnnock at sbcglobal.net>
wrote:
>   Pre 1954 British cars did not mark a T.D.C mark
>
>    DISCONNECT BATTERY
>
>    to find a T.D.C remove all plugs and turn engine by the fan blades
>    till you see # 1 piston through the plug hole , knock the center
> out of a spark plug and it's tip , screw it in the plug hole then with

> a screw driver touching the top of the piston , move engine back and
> forward till you find it's highest point . thats T.D.C  mark front
> pulley
>
>               OR
>  ...
> USE a vacuum gauge at full manifold vacuum to find T.D.C get a pre
> 1965 Automotive Encyclopedia it would tell you how it's done
>
>              OR
> set ign.points at .012" set  engine at T.D.C tighten dist.  this will
> give a basic timing reset set points to .014" to .016" then road test
> and adjust as needed
>
>          Norman Nock
>
> PS do you have my book Tech Talk
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 15:06:20 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:06:20 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Found healey for sale - phx craigslist - dealer
Message-ID: <070720082106.29936.4872854C0003B3C1000074F0220702157304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Wow, this car has "a new battery that has been converted to negative ground."

That's a tough one!


bs  (yes, I have too much time on my hands today)


--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Mike Vasquez" <mike.vasquez at gmail.com>
> http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/car/745844951.html
> 
> Thought I'd pass it along in case someone's in the market for one.
> This is way over my budget.  I have no affiliation at all with the
> mentioned company.  It's about 29-58x my budget for a project. :-)
> 
> Mike

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Jul  7 15:08:36 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 17:08:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
Message-ID: <20080707210836.FBJJ22346.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

What did you say?  Can't hear you!:):)

Yep--have had it tested and no appreciable loss.  I added a 6 blade composite fan in my E-Type (Series one that came with a 2-blade egg beater) and it IS loud, but no louder than the original 2 bladed one.

Maybe I just haven't paid a lot of attention to the Healey one, but I think if it was loud, I'd have noticed.

Cheers
tom 
> 
> From: "Leonard  Hartnett" <thehartnetts at earthlink.net>
> Date: 2008/07/07 Mon PM 05:02:27 EDT
> To: "Healey Mail List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
> 
> Tom:  Assuming you have normal hearing, if you want to hear how noisy your 
> fan is, take it off and run without it for a while.
> 
> I was able to do this while stationed in England (someone told me I could 
> gain as much as 10 HP by removing it).  As long as I was able to attain 40 
> MPH, enough cool air passed through the radiator to avoid overheating even 
> without a fan installed.
> that's not possible here in California in the Sacramento Valley area, of 
> course.
> 
> I eventually installed a Hayden 7 bladed (metal) flex fan.  It is noisy but 
> it pulls gobs of air.
> 
> Bob may have been joking but, from experience, have you had your hearing 
> tested lately?  I didn't realize how many sounds I was missing until I got 
> my hearing aids.
> 
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville,  California,  USA
> 1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
> To: <tomfelts at windstream.net>; "Freese, Ken" <Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com>; 
> "Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 11:52 AM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
> 
> 
> > Or you're deaf.
> >
> > ;)
> >
> > bs
> >
> > --
> > ***************************************************************
> > Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
> > '67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
> > ***************************************************************
> >
> > -------------- Original message ----------------------
> > From: <tomfelts at windstream.net>
> >> I hear all this talk about the noise the 6 bladed steel blade makes.  I 
> >> have
> >> such, and have yet to hear the "noise".  Guess I'm lucky.
> >>
> >> tom
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 15:08:53 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:08:53 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Finding TDC
Message-ID: <070720082108.2676.487285E50006046A00000A74220702157304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Sounds like a great way to suck water into the cylinder.


bs

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'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Freese, Ken" <Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com>
> Another cool technique is to replace the center electrode/porcelain with
> a tube and connect the tube with rubber hose to a jar of water or other
> liquid.
> Ken Freese

From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Mon Jul  7 15:15:44 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:15:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <be0.3a0a63c9.35a3ddfa@aol.com>
References: <be0.3a0a63c9.35a3ddfa@aol.com>
Message-ID: <016501c8e076$9e7bdee0$db739ca0$@net>

And I will state that if we are getting mileage between 16 and 20, then what
the heck has Detroit been doing over the last 40 years. Certainly not
improving on what the British did with our cars. I would bet that there are
few of us who can get mileage on new cars remotely close to the sticker
mileage which is computed in a laboratory and not real world conditions as
you guys did.

 

John Sims, BN6

Aberdeen, NJ

 

www.healey6.com

From: Editorgary at aol.com [mailto:Editorgary at aol.com] 
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 5:01 PM
To: ahbn6 at optonline.net; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.

 

John Sims writes: Aren't we getting a little technical and/or anal about MPG
and speed.

     There are countless permutations involved here guys.

Sorry if the topic got a little too technical, but folks who were out on the
road last week and had their own personal experiences were interested in the
experiences of other folks on the road. But, as you note, one can't simply
say what mileage one got without noting what engine and tranny one has, and
the conditions under which one was driving.
But I think our job here is done: Healeys generally get between 16 and 20
mpg, and anything outside that range is an issue for concern or a damned
lie.

Cheers
Gary

)

From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Mon Jul  7 15:28:01 2008
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Leonard  Hartnett)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 14:28:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
In-Reply-To: <113632.80590.qm@web46315.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <113632.80590.qm@web46315.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <3414D7412AFC4E448FFF06DAE6845772@LeonardPC>

Jim:  My Heritage certificate states, under "other information", "...This 
car was originally fitted with engine no. 29K RU H / 13594 with overdrive 
gearbox but this was changed before dispatch from the factory...".  The 
certificate notes that it is LHD, North American export and, not stated, my 
car has a non-adjustable steering wheel.

I can only guess as to why the original owner of my Healey chose to not have 
overdrive.  He lived in Spain and perhaps the Spanish roads in 1967 did not 
warrant the cost or use of the overdrive.  I further understand that he was 
physically handicapped, which would probably exclude his being US military, 
but I do not know if this had any bearing on his decision.  BJ8 registrar 
Steve Byers and I have been unable to identify the original owner.

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Culp" <jculphealey at yahoo.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 1:01 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?


> My semi- odd '67 BJ8 came with non-adjustable steering wheel and a four 
> speed
> non-overdrive transmission.  I'm curious about a couple of things:
>
> 1.  Why were so few cars equipped with the four speed non o/d?
> 2.  I wonder why the original owner saw fit to order the car that way- any
> advantages over the o/d version
>
> Thanks all.
>
> Jim
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 15:42:08 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:42:08 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
Message-ID: <070720082142.28897.48728DB000018AEF000070E1220588636004040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Hi John,

re:
"> Aren't we getting a little technical and/or anal about MPG and speed."


Maybe, but it's interesting and important to me (you GET anal about this stuff when you fly and your life depends--quite literally--on the fuel in the tanks and the distance to the next airport, with bad weather behind you).

Yes, there are a lot of variables but what's struck me is the relative consistency (fluids and technique notwithstanding).   If you're not seeing the mileages the majority of the List is reporting you've got a problem in your drive train (or, if yours are a lot better--and your odometer is calibrated--what's your secret?).

This thread was started by somebody--forgot who--who specifically requested others' experiences.  Also, what happens if your fuel gauge goes TU on one of those lonely stretches in Nevada (don't say British gauges never fail ;)?  You'll be glad for the MPG data you've collected and, hopefully, the GPS or at least decent maps, and it'll feel good to know your odometer is accurate (or exactly 6% off, or ...).

I'm gonna hazard a guess you don't do a lot of long-distance driving in your Healey--gives you lots of time to ponder and compute.


bs


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 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: John Sims <ahbn6 at optonline.net>
> Personal aside:
> 
> Aren't we getting a little technical and/or anal about MPG and speed.
> 
> There are countless permutations involved here guys. 
> 
> Tranny ratios
> Gear Box selections
> Tire sizes, 
> Fuels used
> Additives to the gas
> Gear Box Lubes
> Tranny oil
> Leering at the passenger and slowing down as the eye signals become stronger
> (opposite sex, I hope unless it has been a very, very, very long trip)
> Freeway versus two lane highway 
> Number of stop lights
> One horse or two horse towns gone through with artificially low speed zones
> (AKA speed traps or revenue enhancers for the town)
> Altitude
> How recent was the build of the tranny, OD, Speedo, odometer, at idle while
> looking at a deer on the road, yadda, yadda, yadda
> 
> Ad nauseum which is a better way of saying yadda, yadda, yadda
> 
> I loved reading the "blogs" that  everyone was kind enough to share on the
> list but . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .
> 
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Mon Jul  7 15:45:07 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:45:07 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Finding TDC
Message-ID: <C497DC72.281C0%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

> Bob Spidell wrote:
> 
> Sounds like a great way to suck water into the cylinder.
> 

Haven't done it but can imagine it to be very accurate in that on the up
stroke bubbles would appear in the jar and would stop as soon as TDC was
reached. If you had a thin transparent tube at the end in the jar, TDC would
be when the last bubble left and water was just ready to go up the tube.

-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From javrugtman at htcnet.org  Mon Jul  7 15:55:40 2008
From: javrugtman at htcnet.org (John Vrugtman)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:55:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
In-Reply-To: <3414D7412AFC4E448FFF06DAE6845772@LeonardPC>
References: <113632.80590.qm@web46315.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<3414D7412AFC4E448FFF06DAE6845772@LeonardPC>
Message-ID: <487290DC.6050209@htcnet.org>

Heritage certificates are not necessarily accurate.  Mine states it had 
a adjustable steering wheel, but it did not
and I bought it new that way in 64.  BTW during that time I drove 
extensively through Spain and if that owner was
near the coast the roads would not be kind to overdrive.  If more in the 
center of the country, then he
would benefit from OD, but might as I did loose a muffler to some 
ferocious potholes.

John
BJ8s

Leonard Hartnett wrote:
> Jim:  My Heritage certificate states, under "other information", "...This 
> car was originally fitted with engine no. 29K RU H / 13594 with overdrive 
> gearbox but this was changed before dispatch from the factory...".  The 
> certificate notes that it is LHD, North American export and, not stated, my 
> car has a non-adjustable steering wheel.
>
> I can only guess as to why the original owner of my Healey chose to not have 
> overdrive.  He lived in Spain and perhaps the Spanish roads in 1967 did not 
> warrant the cost or use of the overdrive.  I further understand that he was 
> physically handicapped, which would probably exclude his being US military, 
> but I do not know if this had any bearing on his decision.  BJ8 registrar 
> Steve Byers and I have been unable to identify the original owner.
>
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville,  California,  USA
> 1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Jim Culp" <jculphealey at yahoo.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 1:01 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
>
>
>   
>> My semi- odd '67 BJ8 came with non-adjustable steering wheel and a four 
>> speed
>> non-overdrive transmission.  I'm curious about a couple of things:
>>
>> 1.  Why were so few cars equipped with the four speed non o/d?
>> 2.  I wonder why the original owner saw fit to order the car that way- any
>> advantages over the o/d version
>>
>> Thanks all.
>>
>> Jim
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From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Mon Jul  7 15:56:57 2008
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ronald J. Ray)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:56:57 -0000
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <016501c8e076$9e7bdee0$db739ca0$@net>
Message-ID: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKKEDGDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>

ACTUAL HIGHWAY DRIVING - 70MPH

1960 Austin Healey 3000:	21 miles per gallon
1986 Mazda B2000:		18 miles per gallon
1993 Honda DelSol:		40 miles per gallon
1998 Honda Civic HX:		42 miles per gallon.

I'm not that interested in what Detroit has been, or will be, doing.

Ron


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of John Sims
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 4:16 PM
To: Editorgary at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.


And I will state that if we are getting mileage between 16 and 20, then what
the heck has Detroit been doing over the last 40 years. Certainly not
improving on what the British did with our cars. I would bet that there are
few of us who can get mileage on new cars remotely close to the sticker
mileage which is computed in a laboratory and not real world conditions as
you guys did.



John Sims, BN6

Aberdeen, NJ

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 15:57:50 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:57:50 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Finding TDC
Message-ID: <070720082157.19393.4872915E0000F54700004BC1220588636004040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Sure, but go a few degrees past TDC and you're sucking water into the cylinder (might try it with oil instead of water, however).  How do you turn an engine at a steady rate--no more than a few degrees a minute--anyway?

Used to know an aircraft mechanic who liked to find TDC by putting his thumb over the spark plug hole while someone turned the prop.  The end of his thumb ended up in a cylinder (and no, the mechanic was no longer attached to it).


bs
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'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
> > Bob Spidell wrote:
> > 
> > Sounds like a great way to suck water into the cylinder.
> > 
> 
> Haven't done it but can imagine it to be very accurate in that on the up
> stroke bubbles would appear in the jar and would stop as soon as TDC was
> reached. If you had a thin transparent tube at the end in the jar, TDC would
> be when the last bubble left and water was just ready to go up the tube.
> 
> -- 
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> 59 BN6

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Mon Jul  7 16:04:45 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:04:45 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] ZDDP followup - good news
Message-ID: <C497E10D.281C1%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

After spending a couple of hours researching the ZDDP issue online and
seeing things like this...
"I've seen more bad cams in the last year than in my previous 30 years as a
cam grinder." From a Hot Rod magazine article.

Today I called Valvoline's corp HQ in Kentucky and spoke to one of their
techies. He told me VR-1 is specifically intended to be a flat-tappet oil
similar to the older ones now off the market and that it is intended to be
changed at regular 3000 mile intervals. He said they called it 'Racing' to
make it perfectly clear in the marketplace that it is not for modern
engines. He said they had had zero complaints and was pleased but not
surprised to hear about M. Salter's 10 miles at racing speeds with no oil.

He also said don't use their other racing grades as they're intended to be
changed after every race--they don't have the longevity ingredients of
street oil.

Quaker State and someone else also have similar Racing Oils but they may not
have quite as much ZDDP in them.

Some experts also advocate using Diesel Oils, but some grades are not
applicable and some are phasing out ZDDP due to use of cat convs in diesels
coming up.

Most info seemed to say adding an additive such as ZDDPlus creates iffy
mixtures. Also with STP Red one might have to mix too much in there to get
the ZDDP level--too much polymers. Perhaps the polymers were what caused my
14 mpg--before I'd typically get 16-17mpg.

-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 16:36:44 2008
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 15:36:44 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Finding TDC
In-Reply-To: <070720082157.19393.4872915E0000F54700004BC1220588636004040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
References: <070720082157.19393.4872915E0000F54700004BC1220588636004040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10807071536x5d02a05bo38c4c0ddd06a916c@mail.gmail.com>

With all the plugs out, turning the engine too far really isn't a problem.
Just use a decent sized wrench or ratchet, turn slowly and it is pretty
simple.  It's not like you are using the starter motor.  If you are still
concerned, a small screwdriver in the spark plug hole also works just fine.



On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 2:57 PM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

> Sure, but go a few degrees past TDC and you're sucking water into the
> cylinder (might try it with oil instead of water, however).  How do you turn
> an engine at a steady rate--no more than a few degrees a minute--anyway?
>
> Used to know an aircraft mechanic who liked to find TDC by putting his
> thumb over the spark plug hole while someone turned the prop.  The end of
> his thumb ended up in a cylinder (and no, the mechanic was no longer
> attached to it).
>
>
> bs
> --
> ***************************************************************
> Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
> '67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
> ***************************************************************
>
>  -------------- Original message ----------------------
> From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
> > > Bob Spidell wrote:
> > >
> > > Sounds like a great way to suck water into the cylinder.
> > >
> >
> > Haven't done it but can imagine it to be very accurate in that on the up
> > stroke bubbles would appear in the jar and would stop as soon as TDC was
> > reached. If you had a thin transparent tube at the end in the jar, TDC
> would
> > be when the last bubble left and water was just ready to go up the tube.
> >
> > --
> > Steve Gerow
> > Pasadena CA
> > 59 BN6
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Mon Jul  7 17:43:56 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 19:43:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
Message-ID: <20080707.194356.3692.10.dwflagg@juno.com>

I owned my BN2 for over 15 years and spent much of that time acquiring
the many missing parts. I was even able to locate the original doors from
a PO in St. Louis. The tunnel cover, one door and the grille ( and I'm
sure something else) were restored by Everett Smith. The one missing
cockpit surround piece was located, quite by chance, during a casual
conversation with the last owner. When I reluctantly sold my BN2 it was
because I realized I had neither the time or resources to do it
correctly. The new owner seemed eager to complete the task, saying that
the BN2 and Healey Blue were his favorite. So as the trailer disappeared
around the corner and with sadness in my eyes, I realized (I thought)
that my BN2 was going to a good home. Today I received a call from the
"new" owner of the chassis. It seems that my BN2 has been parted out with
years of hard work and labor of love cast to the winds, lost forever to
the greed of a new generation. I'm at a loss to understand this process
as surely the BN2 could have been sold for a fair market price. He
mentioned to the new owner that some of the parts had been sold on
Craig's list (is that an offshoot of the Healey list?). I see this a lot
with model trains, where the assumption is that the parts are worth more
than the whole, but when it is gone, it is gone. The owner who parted out
my BN2 is a Healey person and certainly understands the history of our
cars. I was angry, at first, but now am sad that, unless a miracle
happens, the wholeness and originality of the BN2 are lost. Sure, it can
be put back together with parts from other 100's that, for the most part,
have been parted out, but it will not be the same. When I sold the BN2 it
had a unique character and history (had been raced). The pages have been
ripped away, leaving a cover but no story. I really would like to know
why, but probably never will. The moral, make sure the new owner is for
real.

Doug
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 18:21:38 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:21:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
In-Reply-To: <20080707.194356.3692.10.dwflagg@juno.com>
References: <20080707.194356.3692.10.dwflagg@juno.com>
Message-ID: <4872B312.7090509@comcast.net>

Doug,


This IS sad.

My dad had a 1940 Ford pickup that he'd hot-rodded as a young man (it 
was our family vehicle for a while), but which he had restored to 
original.  He sold it to a young man who appeared to appreciate the 
truck and promised to take good care of it (Dad discounted the price 
some because of this).  The "kid" promptly sold it, doubling his money.  
Dad also sold a stock but unrestored '40 Ford coupe to a man who 
promised to restore it, but who turned it into a hot rod (the guy had 
the chutzpah to bring the rodded-up car to show off to my dad).  Dad was 
hurt both times, but philosophical--when you sell something you have no 
stake in it anymore.

OTOH, when we bought our 100M Dad told the seller of my passion for 
Healeys and the seller dropped the price and he and my dad became good 
friends.

Face it folks, a lot of people--maybe a majority--aren't "car people."  
To most, it's an appliance with four wheels.  I pity them.


bs


Douglas W Flagg wrote:
> I owned my BN2 for over ... I really would like to know
> why, but probably never will. The moral, make sure the new owner is for
> real.
>
> Doug
>   
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Mon Jul  7 18:45:14 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 20:45:14 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
Message-ID: <20080707.204514.3184.2.dwflagg@juno.com>

bs,

The real pity is that money is here and gone, but the automobile can be
for lifetimes. 

Doug

 
> Doug,
> 
> 
> This IS sad.
> 
> My dad had a 1940 Ford pickup that he'd hot-rodded as a young man 
> (it 
> was our family vehicle for a while), but which he had restored to 
> original.  He sold it to a young man who appeared to appreciate the 
> 
> truck and promised to take good care of it (Dad discounted the price 
> 
> some because of this).  The "kid" promptly sold it, doubling his 
> money.  
> Dad also sold a stock but unrestored '40 Ford coupe to a man who 
> promised to restore it, but who turned it into a hot rod (the guy 
> had 
> the chutzpah to bring the rodded-up car to show off to my dad).  Dad 
> was 
> hurt both times, but philosophical--when you sell something you have 
> no 
> stake in it anymore.
> 
> OTOH, when we bought our 100M Dad told the seller of my passion for 
> 
> Healeys and the seller dropped the price and he and my dad became 
> good 
> friends.
> 
> Face it folks, a lot of people--maybe a majority--aren't "car 
> people."  
> To most, it's an appliance with four wheels.  I pity them.
> 
> 
> bs
> 
> 
> Douglas W Flagg wrote:
> > I owned my BN2 for over ... I really would like to know
> > why, but probably never will. The moral, make sure the new owner 
> is for
> > real.
> >
> > Doug
> >   
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From jculphealey at yahoo.com  Mon Jul  7 18:53:12 2008
From: jculphealey at yahoo.com (Jim Culp)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 17:53:12 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
In-Reply-To: <487290DC.6050209@htcnet.org>
Message-ID: <638647.67702.qm@web46303.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Interesting- my certificate says the same thing.

--- On Mon, 7/7/08, John Vrugtman <javrugtman at htcnet.org> wrote:
From: John Vrugtman <javrugtman at htcnet.org>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
To: "Leonard Hartnett" <thehartnetts at earthlink.net>
Cc: "Healey Mail List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, July 7, 2008, 9:55 PM

Heritage certificates are not necessarily accurate.  Mine states it had 
a adjustable steering wheel, but it did not
and I bought it new that way in 64.  BTW during that time I drove 
extensively through Spain and if that owner was
near the coast the roads would not be kind to overdrive.  If more in the 
center of the country, then he
would benefit from OD, but might as I did loose a muffler to some 
ferocious potholes.

John
BJ8s

Leonard Hartnett wrote:
> Jim:  My Heritage certificate states, under "other information",
"...This 
> car was originally fitted with engine no. 29K RU H / 13594 with overdrive 
> gearbox but this was changed before dispatch from the factory...". 
The 
> certificate notes that it is LHD, North American export and, not stated,
my 
> car has a non-adjustable steering wheel.
>
> I can only guess as to why the original owner of my Healey chose to not
have 
> overdrive.  He lived in Spain and perhaps the Spanish roads in 1967 did
not 
> warrant the cost or use of the overdrive.  I further understand that he
was 
> physically handicapped, which would probably exclude his being US
military, 
> but I do not know if this had any bearing on his decision.  BJ8 registrar 
> Steve Byers and I have been unable to identify the original owner.
>
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville,  California,  USA
> 1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Jim Culp" <jculphealey at yahoo.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 1:01 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
>
>
>   
>> My semi- odd '67 BJ8 came with non-adjustable steering wheel and a
four 
>> speed
>> non-overdrive transmission.  I'm curious about a couple of things:
>>
>> 1.  Why were so few cars equipped with the four speed non o/d?
>> 2.  I wonder why the original owner saw fit to order the car that way-
any
>> advantages over the o/d version
>>
>> Thanks all.
>>
>> Jim
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From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Mon Jul  7 19:05:43 2008
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 18:05:43 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Hot Brakes
In-Reply-To: <801875.4198.qm@web31501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <223982.90005.qm@web83311.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

 JOE ..lf you had a high / hard brake pedal on your
car
the brake fluid inside the brake master cyl. was not
returning the fluid into the reservoir and leaving
pressure on the system , each time you applied the
brakes they got harder and harder ... you should have
noticed this brake drag when you were driving ... this
problem is in the master cyl. OR is there something
stopping the brake pedal returning ??? return spring
missing ??

                 Replace your master cyl. with a new
one 

        More information A/H Magazine  June/July 1990
      Nov 1996 Sept/Oct 1996
                             AND
   MY tech Talk book pages 38 .. 67 ..155 .. 153 and
see index


    TECH TALK by  Norman Nock
  l have been writing technical articles 
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--- jomar healey <ah53 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> I just came back from a short ride in the BJ8, air
> temp was in the high 88's. 
> Just before I got to my driveway I hit the brakes to
> stop at an intersection
> and experienced a hard pedal and brake fade. I
> tossed some water on the discs
> when i got home and it steamed right off.  Up to
> this the car had been running
> great.  It has been awhile since I did the brakes,
> about 10 years, so I'm
> guessing it might be time to replace the brake fluid
> and brake hoses.  Does
> this sound like a good place to start? 

> _______________________________________________

From 57healey at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 19:10:15 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 20:10:15 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
In-Reply-To: <487290DC.6050209@htcnet.org>
References: <113632.80590.qm@web46315.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<3414D7412AFC4E448FFF06DAE6845772@LeonardPC>
	<487290DC.6050209@htcnet.org>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807071810j58ab94e7i31d78d5e21fd70ed@mail.gmail.com>

The first one I got said I had a Two Seat BN-4  a rare option a year
before the BN-6 was built.  They sent me a new one free of charge
after a phone call.

Patton

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 4:55 PM, John Vrugtman <javrugtman at htcnet.org> wrote:
> Heritage certificates are not necessarily accurate.  Mine states it had




-- 
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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Mon Jul  7 19:38:41 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:38:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
In-Reply-To: <mailman.18119.1215477980.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.18119.1215477980.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4872C521.7090803@comcast.net>

Douglas W Flagg wrote:
 > The moral, make sure the new owner is for real.

I feel your pain, but if you don't own it, you can't control it.

About 2-3 years ago, out of work, I considered selling my BN2
but I was talked out of it. I've since put about $10,000 into it,
all in storage fees.  :(

But it is still mine. It would have made more sense financially
to have sold it, to buy another when I could, but that one is too
much a part of me (and my dreams).

Bob S wrote:
 >  He sold it to a young man who appeared to appreciate the
 > truck and promised to take good care of it (Dad discounted
 > the price some because of this).  The "kid" promptly sold it,

About 30 years ago my brother in law had a '40s Chevy he had to
sell for financial reasons.  I think he still regrets it.  I'm
glad I could hold on to mine.

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2, in storage since '74

From tahoehealey at hotmail.com  Mon Jul  7 20:25:17 2008
From: tahoehealey at hotmail.com (Richard Kahn)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 19:25:17 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Mileage followup
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References: <C496E9FB.28181%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <BAY130-W54B18ABC6FF5DBA7F6DC3CA4970@phx.gbl>

My BJ8 got 19 to 22 depending on the amount of stop and go (like the fun
ralley).
Rich Kahn from Tahoe.> Date: Sun, 6 Jul 2008 21:30:35 -0700> From:
steveg at abrazosdata.com> To: healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: [Healeys] Mileage
followup> > An envious thanks to all who got 20+ mpg on the survey.> > Were
the cars all BJ8s or were there HD6s or tricarbs?> > I understand the HD8s get
better mileage.> -- > Steve Gerow> Pasadena CA> 59 BN6>
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From healey53 at gmail.com  Mon Jul  7 21:01:16 2008
From: healey53 at gmail.com (Joseph Costa)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 23:01:16 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Hot Brakes
In-Reply-To: <223982.90005.qm@web83311.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <801875.4198.qm@web31501.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<223982.90005.qm@web83311.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <e21a7dab0807072001i26b0903dna9927e97794ee020@mail.gmail.com>

To all thanks for the ideas.   The easy way would be to rebuild the system
but that would be easy; so, I've elected to do things in stages.  Stage one
will be to replace the brake fluid.  After that is done I will replace the
master cylinder.  Even after leaving the car sitting for a few days the
pedal is still hard.  If it were a hose it would have "bleed" out by now.
If the master cylinder is the cause I will still replace the hoses,  Ten
years is getting my moneys worth for them.  I will post again after I have
an answer.  Also to Norm, I do have your Tech book and try to update it on a
regular basis,  that and Haynes are my go to books.

Joe
BN1 #923 Coronet Cream
BN2 100M
BJ8 Just a great car

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 9:05 PM, Norman Nock <sjnnock at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

>  JOE ..lf you had a high / hard brake pedal on your
> car
> the brake fluid inside the brake master cyl. was not
> returning the fluid into the reservoir and leaving
> pressure on the system , each time you applied the
> brakes they got harder and harder ... you should have
> noticed this brake drag when you were driving ... this
> problem is in the master cyl. OR is there something
> stopping the brake pedal returning ??? return spring
> missing ??
>
>                 Replace your master cyl. with a new
> one
>
>        More information A/H Magazine  June/July 1990
>      Nov 1996 Sept/Oct 1996
>                             AND
>   MY tech Talk book pages 38 .. 67 ..155 .. 153 and
> see index
>
>
>    TECH TALK by  Norman Nock
>  l have been writing technical articles
> for Healey clubs for over 25 years .
> After numerous requests , l have
> gathered them together, along with
> some never before published
> articles and had them spiral
> bound in book form
>       $ 35.00 + $7.50 in USA
>        265 pages     Updated Annually
>
> Both our catalogs are on line and can be down loaded
> www.BritishCarSpecialists.com
>
> Tech Talk
> SAMPLE PAGES ON LINE
> British Car Specialists
> 2060 N Wilson Way
> Stockton CA 95205
> --- jomar healey <ah53 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > I just came back from a short ride in the BJ8, air
> > temp was in the high 88's.
> > Just before I got to my driveway I hit the brakes to
> > stop at an intersection
> > and experienced a hard pedal and brake fade. I
> > tossed some water on the discs
> > when i got home and it steamed right off.  Up to
> > this the car had been running
> > great.  It has been awhile since I did the brakes,
> > about 10 years, so I'm
> > guessing it might be time to replace the brake fluid
> > and brake hoses.  Does
> > this sound like a good place to start?
>
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From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Jul  7 22:07:32 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Mon, 7 Jul 2008 22:07:32 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Finding TDC
References: <070720082157.19393.4872915E0000F54700004BC1220588636004040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
	<a3b984e10807071536x5d02a05bo38c4c0ddd06a916c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <010701c8e0b0$25ff1880$6501a8c0@shop>

<<If you are still concerned, a small screwdriver in the spark plug hole also works just fine.>>

I MUCH prefer the non-brush end of a fine paint brush.

Of course, the much easier way is to purchase a "Whistler".  Screws into the spark plug hole(s) and tells one VERY plainly where TDC is<VBG>!!
Mine cost me about $10 years ago and I think Eastwood has one for around $20.

Ed

From ynotink at msn.com  Mon Jul  7 22:47:51 2008
From: ynotink at msn.com (WILLIAM B LAWRENCE)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 04:47:51 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Finding TDC
In-Reply-To: <070720082157.19393.4872915E0000F54700004BC1220588636004040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BAY101-F370DA60C3C1F60AF3348A8A5970@phx.gbl>

I think the water and tube method will work quite well if you shape the tube 
into a vertical U about 24" tall. This is called a water manometer. If you 
are worried about sucking in water you can place a container of some type 
between the cylinder and manometer that exceeds the displacement of the 
cylinder. If you happen to turn the engine all the way over the water will 
end up in the container and not the engine.

By marking the height of the water column in the tube at its highest point 
you can pretty accurately determine the point where the piston breaks over 
TDC. There are a few degrees on both sides of TDC where there is not much 
piston movement. This method may be accurate enough so that doesn't matter, 
but in case it is too difficult to determine the exact highest point the 
fall back is to mark both the pulley and the manometer at a point a few 
degrees on one side of TDC, move the crank until the piston passes beyond 
TDC and the water level comes back to the same point on the manometer, mark 
the pulley at that point, measure between the two marks on the pulley and 
mark a point exactly half way between them. that is TDC.

Bill Lawrence


>From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
>To: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>, Healeys 
>Newsgroup<healeys at autox.team.net>
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] Finding TDC
>Date: Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:57:50 +0000
>
>Sure, but go a few degrees past TDC and you're sucking water into the 
>cylinder (might try it with oil instead of water, however).  How do you 
>turn an engine at a steady rate--no more than a few degrees a 
>minute--anyway?
>
>Used to know an aircraft mechanic who liked to find TDC by putting his 
>thumb over the spark plug hole while someone turned the prop.  The end of 
>his thumb ended up in a cylinder (and no, the mechanic was no longer 
>attached to it).
>
>
>bs
>--
>***************************************************************
>Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
>'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
>***************************************************************
>
>  -------------- Original message ----------------------
>From: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>
> > > Bob Spidell wrote:
> > >
> > > Sounds like a great way to suck water into the cylinder.
> > >
> >
> > Haven't done it but can imagine it to be very accurate in that on the up
> > stroke bubbles would appear in the jar and would stop as soon as TDC was
> > reached. If you had a thin transparent tube at the end in the jar, TDC 
>would
> > be when the last bubble left and water was just ready to go up the tube.
> >
> > --
> > Steve Gerow
> > Pasadena CA
> > 59 BN6
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From ah3000me at gmail.com  Tue Jul  8 04:45:53 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 06:45:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
In-Reply-To: <554183.9165.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <554183.9165.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807080345p528d93eelc8a572c406f9602d@mail.gmail.com>

It's gotta be better than the early 90's automatic Ford Fiesta that my wife
and I rented when we were out in the Tetons.

- Tom

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 1:34 PM, Bob Brown <blkbt7 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Ron, Bob,
> I think Steve was commenting regarding my message from last night we I
> mentioned a little problem with the 3.55 on the fisrt high pass at Vail. Not
> properly anticipating my approach I lost power due to being in the wrong
> gear.
> At the Eisenhower Pass (higher than Vail) no problem as I did get the right
> gear combination. I dropped out of 4th OD, downshifted ionto 3rd and then
> went to 3rd OD, had plenty of power and no struggle by the engine.
> It is all in doing it right to start, once the car slows it can be an
> inconvience getting back to speed.
> Bob

From jculphealey at yahoo.com  Tue Jul  8 05:51:42 2008
From: jculphealey at yahoo.com (Jim Culp)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 04:51:42 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0807071810j58ab94e7i31d78d5e21fd70ed@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <348110.5840.qm@web46308.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I disputed my incorrect steering wheel information, and they stated that they had to go with the factory information that they had- they wouldn't change my certificate.

--- On Tue, 7/8/08, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:
From: Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Anyone else have a non-overdrive tranny on their BJ8?
To: "John Vrugtman" <javrugtman at htcnet.org>
Cc: "Healey Mail List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2008, 1:10 AM

The first one I got said I had a Two Seat BN-4  a rare option a year
before the BN-6 was built.  They sent me a new one free of charge
after a phone call.

Patton

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 4:55 PM, John Vrugtman <javrugtman at htcnet.org>
wrote:
> Heritage certificates are not necessarily accurate.  Mine states it had




-- 
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out."
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From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Tue Jul  8 06:06:43 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 8:06:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] On the Road Home from Conclave (Day 5)
Message-ID: <4922408.863341215518804018.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web07-z02>

Hello, Healeyphiles -

On my older maps of Utah and Colorado, the highway between Monticello, UT and Cortez, CO is shown as US666 (the Road to Hell - my term).  I had been looking forward to driving the Healey from Hell (HBJ8L/36-666) on that road, but the highway department has wimped out and changed the route number to US491.  Perhaps they got tired of someone stealing their route markers for souvenirs.  Anyway, the road is still paved with good intentions and was a pleasant drive in the early morning.  We passed an unusual junkyard just outside Cortez, which is full of  old American cars, such as the Nash Rambler,  '58 Chevy, and '53 Pontiac I saw as we drove by.  They appear to be more or less intact, but rusting away externally.

We were met in Durango by Kevin Bruce, a BJ8-in-progress owner and sometimes participant on the list and we spent a half-hour or so chatting with him and his wife Ann in an outdoor coffee shop downtown.  As we conversed, passersby stopped to admire the cars and take photos of them.  Kevin had an interesting tool that I need to get hold of:  a parking meter key.  With that, we didn't need to feed the meter.  We also decided that it was time for an oil change and spent a 1-1/2 hour session at Jiffy(?) Lube due to too many people ahead of us opting for "the works".

Durango to Walsenburg was US160, a nice enough road but with a lot more traffic than we have been used to lately, plus a full complement of trucks and road construction to keep things interesting.  We crossed Wolf Creek Pass at 10,850 feet and North La Veta Pass at 9,400.   George began to have problems with his clutch that he thinks might be air in the line expanding at altitude, but we will give it a bleed and see how that works.  His car is equipped with the Mr. Finespanner bleed extension, so the job won't be as much of a pain as normally.

The rain caught us as we entered Walsenburg, so the tops came up early for the night.

Happy Healeying!
Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul  8 06:22:12 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 20:22:12 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
In-Reply-To: <d9b7a14d0807080345p528d93eelc8a572c406f9602d@mail.gmail.com>
References: <554183.9165.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<d9b7a14d0807080345p528d93eelc8a572c406f9602d@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807080522r629a7917r2a446c8352a8d663@mail.gmail.com>

Tom -

Don't you dare slag off the Fiesta.  It was a Healey, once:

http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/your_garage/cars/625.shtml

Cheers!

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 6:45 PM, T W <ah3000me at gmail.com> wrote:
> It's gotta be better than the early 90's automatic Ford Fiesta that my wife
> and I rented when we were out in the Tetons.
>
> - Tom
>
> On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 1:34 PM, Bob Brown <blkbt7 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> Ron, Bob,
>> I think Steve was commenting regarding my message from last night we I
>> mentioned a little problem with the 3.55 on the fisrt high pass at Vail. Not
>> properly anticipating my approach I lost power due to being in the wrong
>> gear.
>> At the Eisenhower Pass (higher than Vail) no problem as I did get the right
>> gear combination. I dropped out of 4th OD, downshifted ionto 3rd and then
>> went to 3rd OD, had plenty of power and no struggle by the engine.
>> It is all in doing it right to start, once the car slows it can be an
>> inconvience getting back to speed.
>> Bob
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From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Tue Jul  8 08:17:19 2008
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 07:17:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
In-Reply-To: <d9b7a14d0807080345p528d93eelc8a572c406f9602d@mail.gmail.com>
References: <554183.9165.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<d9b7a14d0807080345p528d93eelc8a572c406f9602d@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904D49@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Tom,
No such thing as an automatic Fiesta. You must be thinking of a Festiva.
Very different animals.
Ken Freese
78 Fiesta
65 BJ8

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of T W
Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008 3:46 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend

It's gotta be better than the early 90's automatic Ford Fiesta that my
wife and I rented when we were out in the Tetons.

- Tom

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Tue Jul  8 09:10:01 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:10:01 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
Message-ID: <002701c8e10c$b1d3e410$0300a8c0@tm4>

I bought my BN2 in December last year. The guy I bought the car from had it
only for few months, did about 200 miles in it. The wife did not like it..

When I got the car, there was a box of papers with history of the car, and a
note on the box "Please take good care of it, someday I might like to buy it
back from you.." I contacted the original owner. It turned out it was a
family car, they had it since '67. He was surprised the car switched owners
so quickly, but was happy I was planning to keep it & restore it to original
condition..

I think it's easy to get attached, esp if you owned it for 40 years...


Tadek 

From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Tue Jul  8 09:14:08 2008
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 08:14:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey boat registry?
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904D4F@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Is there a Healey boat registry?
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

From dan at warner-associates.com  Tue Jul  8 09:18:07 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 10:18:07 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Why did they make it like that?
In-Reply-To: <2F60644A-0359-4D87-832F-F65509961A36@mac.com>
Message-ID: <003501c8e10d$d33eecc0$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Mike:
You may have an answer to your carb question by now since I have been out of
town fishing.  If not, try Jim Taylor at 918-333-3444.  He should know and
does very good work at a reasonable price.
Regards,
Dan

 

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Michael Gladwin
Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 6:13 PM
To: Healey List
Subject: [Healeys] Why did they make it like that?

Well, my question about square exhaust port holes met with (almost)  
complete silence.  Surely someone knows?  Not that it is important.   
I'll try with a second question more relevant to present repair work.   
What rate piston spring should be in a tri-carb carb.  I think it is  
red (4 1/2 oz). Can anyone help or are you all burbling over to San  
Diego and over-indulging in Dos XX?

Mike Gladwin
BT7 II
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From dan at warner-associates.com  Tue Jul  8 09:33:35 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 10:33:35 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...
In-Reply-To: <002b01c8dba7$b72ead10$0300a8c0@tm4>
Message-ID: <003601c8e10f$fc974430$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Tom:
My 64 has an adjustment on the steering box that tightens the pin inside.
Yours may be to tight after rebushing.  Loosen the lock nut and back off a
small amount.
Dan


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 1:25 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is fun!...

Well, well, I have covered about 40 miles in my BN2 today, came back home
safely without any incident!..

I have totally rebuild:
- front suspension
- rear suspension
- brakes
- steering

The brakes still would need a bit of adjustment, the toe-in is not set
proper, but I could not resist..

I have to say I am really impressed by the way a 52 year old car goes - the
acceleration is superb, handling is fine, I enjoyed it madly!!....

I have a few questions though:

1. What sort of play should I have on the steering wheel? It's the late type
BN2 steering box.

2. The steering wheel does not 'turn back' after a corner (like most modern
cars). Should it? (I have rebuild the steering box with a new bush.)

3. When shifting from 2nd to 3rd there seems to be no synchronization - are
the parts available?

4. What gears do you use when driving through the city? I found 2nd and 4th
most useful - it seems as though it could be a 2 speed gearbox... :-)

5. What should be the oil pressure while idling & while driving?

6. What should be the water temperature? How high should it go up when you
stop the car?

7. Should I use 98 or 95 octane petrol? (these are European standards)

8. What should be my fuel consumption?

9. I am almost 190cm, so.. when driving, the chrome top edge of the window
is on my eye level. Is there any remedy here? Anyone with similar problems
(& solutions)?...

10. When the seat is in the rearmost position the seat back (squab) seems to
be resting on the folded roof, not on the seat frame. Have I folded the roof
incorrectly or is this normal?

11. I might be forced to install orange indicators in the rear. (I hate the
thought) Nonetheless, does anyone have pictures of a neat solution to this
problem?..

12. The tow in should be set like in the book? (1/16-1/8")?

As usual, all help would be appreciated...

Many thanks!..

Tadek
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From jobu53 at hotmail.com  Tue Jul  8 09:38:39 2008
From: jobu53 at hotmail.com (Dan Serrao)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 08:38:39 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] British Tool
Message-ID: <BAY101-W69B079D735564B26807CBDB970@phx.gbl>

Does anyone have a phone number for British Tool. Their website appears to be
down. I'm looking for an Overdrive Plug removal tool. Thanks

Dan Serrao
1963 BJ7
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From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Jul  8 10:54:37 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 10:54:37 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Healey boat registry?
References: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904D4F@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
Message-ID: <01c701c8e11b$4e9b0d10$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Is there a Healey boat registry?>>

Yep, Ken.

See your Membership Book and/or Resource Book.  I think John May takes care of it.

Or WST will most likely add something<G> as he has one in his Healey 'fleet'.

Ed

From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Jul  8 12:53:47 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 12:53:47 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
References: <002701c8e10c$b1d3e410$0300a8c0@tm4>
Message-ID: <000f01c8e12b$f4f3f090$6501a8c0@shop>

<<I contacted the original owner.>>

Very cool, Tadek !!  Will you be able to take him (and any family members) for a ride when you are (if ever - LOL) finished???

When I got Hortense back to being reliable & safe, I drove about 200 miles back south and took the gent I bought her from.  He was absolutely ELATED !!

Ed

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Tue Jul  8 12:14:14 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:14:14 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
Message-ID: <004501c8e126$6da3fe50$0300a8c0@tm4>

He is most welcome to Poland.. :-)

 

 

Message: 7

Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 12:53:47 -0600

From: "Ed's Shop" <shop at justbrits.com>

Subject: Re: [Healeys] My BN2

To: <healeys at autox.team.net>

Message-ID: <000f01c8e12b$f4f3f090$6501a8c0 at shop>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

 

<<I contacted the original owner.>>

 

Very cool, Tadek !!  Will you be able to take him (and any family members)
for a ride when you are (if ever - LOL) finished???

 

When I got Hortense back to being reliable & safe, I drove about 200 miles
back south and took the gent I bought her from.  He was absolutely ELATED !!

 

Ed

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Tue Jul  8 12:14:56 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:14:56 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions
Message-ID: <004a01c8e126$89bab2a0$0300a8c0@tm4>

I tried this, but it does not help.. I will try to add a shim extra from the
front..

 

Message: 4

Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 10:33:35 -0500

From: "Dan Stromquist" <dan at warner-associates.com>

Subject: Re: [Healeys] AH 100 first driving impressions - Boy this is

      fun!...

To: <healeys at autox.team.net>

Message-ID: <003601c8e10f$fc974430$1e00000a at DANSTROM>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

 

Tom:

My 64 has an adjustment on the steering box that tightens the pin inside.

Yours may be to tight after rebushing.  Loosen the lock nut and back off a
small amount.

Dan

From rjswain at hotmail.com  Tue Jul  8 12:33:19 2008
From: rjswain at hotmail.com (Rick Swain)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 18:33:19 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Sideshift Gearbox Cover Measurement
Message-ID: <BAY112-W14701CC4A81294A1B76935B5970@phx.gbl>

The BN4's gearbox cover is in pretty good shape - except for the front
sections of the flanges that sit on the floor pans. They were rather poorly
repaired and I don't think they are quite right. Can anyone who has a six
cylinder car with sideshift box tell me how wide those flanges are at the
front?

Thanks in advance.

Rick Swain
'59 BN4 (initially when I typed the 4, I had my shift key down so it came out
as BN$. That may not be so far off when I get finished putting the new frame
under her.)
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From 57healey at gmail.com  Tue Jul  8 13:52:18 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 14:52:18 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Longbridge BN4 Armrest Installation
In-Reply-To: <004d01c8e042$ee1c13e0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <743b1e2f0807070746u375fdc4bwde5cc510595dda4c@mail.gmail.com>
	<004d01c8e042$ee1c13e0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807081252x7a7d3aaod4b213f0ecf49de2@mail.gmail.com>

Rich,

On the long style is the armrest secured on a "Lift-the-Dot" like the
short one, or a tenax fastener?

Thanks
Patton

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 10:05 AM, Rich C <richchrysler at quickclic.net> wrote:
> Patton,
> Long or short version, (height of sides)?
>
> Rich Chrysler


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1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Tue Jul  8 16:17:44 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:17:44 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Hot Brakes - possible answer
Message-ID: <C4993598.28232%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

I had the same problem with a clutch master cylinder--you'd push the pedal
down and the clutch would stay depressed--turned out there was a rubber
washer, called 'End Seal' inserted between the cup of the piston and the
mushroom end of the pushrod, which, inside of the circlip and retaining
washer, depressed the piston just enough to prevent the return of the fluid
to the reservoir.

The Brake Cylinder on P 265 of the Factory Manual, shows this as item 8.

I removed it and the cylinder works fine.

Another former BN2 owner I know had the same problem with his brake
cylinder.
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Tue Jul  8 16:48:00 2008
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:48:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <016501c8e076$9e7bdee0$db739ca0$@net>
References: <be0.3a0a63c9.35a3ddfa@aol.com>
	<016501c8e076$9e7bdee0$db739ca0$@net>
Message-ID: <4873EEA0.4070302@earthlink.net>

John,

We just drove our 2007 Mini Cooper S from Indiana to Rhode Island and back. 
    Got about 36 mpg with most of the driving on the highway.  EPA 
estimates: 26 city, 34 highway.

Gary,

Our Garmin (nuvo 200) indicates 3 mph lower than the Mini's or our VW's 
speedometer at highway speeds.  The Healey's speedometer bounces too much.

Bob

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Tue Jul  8 16:51:28 2008
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:51:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Tank Sending Unit
In-Reply-To: <BAY101-W18056261EE2E797AB044D4DB950@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY101-W18056261EE2E797AB044D4DB950@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4873EF70.1080900@earthlink.net>

Dan,

You might check with Margret Lucas at Mo-Ma Manufacturing.  The replacement 
fuel sending unit she sells comes with an additional float that looks like 
the original metal one from Smiths. (The sending unit doesn't look like the 
original.)  May-be she'll sell you just the float.

Bob

Dan Serrao wrote:
> On my way to Conclave my fuel tank sending unit went t.u. I purchased it a few
> years ago on Ebay and it had a plastic float. Does anyone know of a source for
> a quality replacement? On the Healy6 website there is a Ford unit but I'm not
> sure if it's a complete unit or just the float. TIA
> 
> Dan Serrao
> 1963 BJ7

From mlempert at bellsouth.net  Tue Jul  8 16:51:52 2008
From: mlempert at bellsouth.net (M Lempert)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 18:51:52 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
Message-ID: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>

Hello Healey folks.  I've just finished uploading my pictures from Conclave 
in San Diego.  If anyone can add information to any photos, such as names, 
let me know and I'll update the titles.  If anyone cares to have a picture 
and would like it in the original larger file size, just ask and I'll email.
http://www.pbase.com/mdlempert/sandiego

Regards,
Mike Lempert

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Tue Jul  8 16:53:59 2008
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:53:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] British Tool
In-Reply-To: <BAY101-W69B079D735564B26807CBDB970@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY101-W69B079D735564B26807CBDB970@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4873F007.8080807@earthlink.net>

Dan,

The phone number I have for Robb is (616) 363-6666 (Grand Rapids, MI)

Bob

Dan Serrao wrote:
> Does anyone have a phone number for British Tool. Their website appears to be
> down. I'm looking for an Overdrive Plug removal tool. Thanks
> 
> Dan Serrao
> 1963 BJ7

From Editorgary at aol.com  Tue Jul  8 17:25:45 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 19:25:45 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
Message-ID: <c96.28b4778f.35a55179@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/8/08 3:48:07 PM, rchaskell at earthlink.net writes:


> Our Garmin (nuvo 200) indicates 3 mph lower than the Mini's or our VW's
> speedometer at highway speeds.  The Healey's speedometer bounces too much.
>

Sounds about right; the Garmin is accurate and most cars' speedos read a few
miles on the plus side, probably for liability reasons. If your Healey's
speedo bounces around, maybe you've got a cable problem; most don't bounce.
Cheers
Gary


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From 57healey at gmail.com  Tue Jul  8 17:28:20 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 18:28:20 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Sideshift Gearbox Cover Measurement
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W14701CC4A81294A1B76935B5970@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY112-W14701CC4A81294A1B76935B5970@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807081628y7d2c6502j773189b3f26b5a64@mail.gmail.com>

Here are photos of mine with a ruler held to the flanges.  If I
measured the wrong part or if you need more, let me know, its easy to
get to right now.

http://picasaweb.google.com/57Healey/20080708TransmissionCover

Patton

On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 1:33 PM, Rick Swain <rjswain at hotmail.com> wrote:
> The BN4's gearbox cover is in pretty good shape - except for the front
> sections of the flanges that sit on the floor pans. They were rather poorly
> repaired and I don't think they are quite right. Can anyone who has a six
> cylinder car with sideshift box tell me how wide those flanges are at the
> front?
>

-- 
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From linwoodrose at mac.com  Tue Jul  8 17:31:38 2008
From: linwoodrose at mac.com (Linwood H Rose)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 19:31:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
In-Reply-To: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
Message-ID: <EA6B3F9B-DC9F-4B20-87DC-E653256F63C7@mac.com>

Hi Mike,

I was hoping that someone would get some Conclave images up! For those  
who weren't able to attend, the photos are just great.
Thanks for sharing.

Lin Rose
1960 BT7 "The Bloody Beast"
1959 AN5 Bugeye

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jul  8 17:47:52 2008
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 16:47:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <c96.28b4778f.35a55179@aol.com>
References: <c96.28b4778f.35a55179@aol.com>
Message-ID: <636E17CC-F058-4FB0-BD91-531CF833DFE0@sbcglobal.net>

My Garmin and the odometer in the Healey were 20 miles difference on  
the trip to San Diego and back.

If your speedo is jumping around then either the cable is to long  
sticking out into the instrument or the cable is bad. If the end of  
the cable sticks out to far it will damage the instrument and it will  
need to be re built.


David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Jul 8, 2008, at 4:25 PM, Editorgary at aol.com wrote:

> In a message dated 7/8/08 3:48:07 PM, rchaskell at earthlink.net writes:
>
>
>> Our Garmin (nuvo 200) indicates 3 mph lower than the Mini's or our  
>> VW's
>> speedometer at highway speeds.  The Healey's speedometer bounces  
>> too much.
>>
>
> Sounds about right; the Garmin is accurate and most cars' speedos  
> read a few
> miles on the plus side, probably for liability reasons. If your  
> Healey's
> speedo bounces around, maybe you've got a cable problem; most don't  
> bounce.
> Cheers
> Gary
>
>
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From ricksnover at earthlink.net  Tue Jul  8 17:48:57 2008
From: ricksnover at earthlink.net (Rick Snover)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:48:57 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
In-Reply-To: <EA6B3F9B-DC9F-4B20-87DC-E653256F63C7@mac.com>
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
	<EA6B3F9B-DC9F-4B20-87DC-E653256F63C7@mac.com>
Message-ID: <E1KGMvQ-00045z-VB@elasmtp-scoter.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

There's now also a slideshow on the Conclave web site: 
http://www.austinhealeyconclave.org

At 04:31 PM 7/8/2008, Linwood H Rose wrote:
>I was hoping that someone would get some Conclave images up! For 
>those who weren't able to attend, the photos are just great. Thanks 
>for sharing.

From ricksnover at earthlink.net  Tue Jul  8 17:52:17 2008
From: ricksnover at earthlink.net (Rick Snover)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:52:17 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
In-Reply-To: <E1KGMvQ-00045z-VB@elasmtp-scoter.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
	<EA6B3F9B-DC9F-4B20-87DC-E653256F63C7@mac.com>
	<E1KGMvQ-00045z-VB@elasmtp-scoter.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <E1KGMyf-0000o3-A8@elasmtp-curtail.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

At 04:48 PM 7/8/2008, Rick Snover wrote:
>There's now also a slideshow on the Conclave web site:
>http://www.austinhealeyconclave.org

Oops, that's austinhealeyconclave.com

>At 04:31 PM 7/8/2008, Linwood H Rose wrote:
> >I was hoping that someone would get some Conclave images up! For
> >those who weren't able to attend, the photos are just great. Thanks
> >for sharing.
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From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Tue Jul  8 18:01:19 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:01:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] FW: Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..
Message-ID: <01da01c8e156$ea605d00$bf211700$@net>

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: John Sims [mailto:ahbn6 at optonline.net] 
Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008 8:00 PM
To: 'Rich C'; 'Tadeusz Malkiewicz'; 'healeys at autox.team.net'
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..

OK it is on my site on the Technical page

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: Rich C [mailto:richchrysler at quickclic.net] 
Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008 5:43 PM
To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz; healeys at autox.team.net
Cc: 'John Sims'
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..

Tadeusz,

Here are some detail pictures of the later tonneau cover arrangement that
began about 1st July 1954. Note that the front corners come forward further
than the early ones, and are anchored using turn buttons. Note also the
nickel finish on the eyelet that clears the stud for the windscreen steady
spring. Also note the tab sewn into the tonneau cover just behind the door
that anchors to a turn button.
My guess as to the reason for this little tab feature is so the tonneau
cover can turn and fold a little better when stowed behind the seats.
I'm asking John Sims if he might post this information and pics.on his site.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message -----
From: "Tadeusz Malkiewicz" <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl>
To: "'Rich C'" <richchrysler at quickclic.net>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Cc: "'John Sims'" <ahbn6 at optonline.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 2:00 PM
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Correctly mounted tonneau on BN2 - pictures please..

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Jul  8 18:30:15 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:30:15 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <636E17CC-F058-4FB0-BD91-531CF833DFE0@sbcglobal.net>
References: <c96.28b4778f.35a55179@aol.com>
	<636E17CC-F058-4FB0-BD91-531CF833DFE0@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <48740697.8020001@comcast.net>

re:
"If your speedo is jumping around then either the cable is to long 
sticking out into the instrument or the cable is bad."


And, if your speedo is stable except for the needle popping up regularly 
dependent on speed then one of its small nylon gears that drive the 
odometer or trip meter is cracked.

Ask me how I know.


bs



David Nock wrote:
> My Garmin and the odometer in the Healey were 20 miles difference on  
> the trip to San Diego and back.
>
> If your speedo is jumping around then either the cable is to long  
> sticking out into the instrument or the cable is bad. If the end of  
> the cable sticks out to far it will damage the instrument and it will  
> need to be re built.
>
>
> David Nock
> British Car Specialists
> Stockton Ca 95205
> 209-948-8767
>
> www.britishcarspecialists.com
>   
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Jul  8 18:51:11 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 20:51:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
Message-ID: <20080709005111.ZXNT13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Ditto Mike.  for those of us who couldn't go, this is a real treat!

tom 
> 
> From: Linwood H Rose <linwoodrose at mac.com>
> Date: 2008/07/08 Tue PM 07:31:38 EDT
> To: M Lempert <mlempert at bellsouth.net>
> CC: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
> 
> Hi Mike,
> 
> I was hoping that someone would get some Conclave images up! For those  
> who weren't able to attend, the photos are just great.
> Thanks for sharing.
> 
> Lin Rose
> 1960 BT7 "The Bloody Beast"
> 1959 AN5 Bugeye
> _______________________________________________
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> 
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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Tue Jul  8 19:10:12 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 21:10:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
In-Reply-To: <mailman.18263.1215564658.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.18263.1215564658.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <48740FF4.2020304@comcast.net>

Tadeusz Malkiewicz wrote:
> He is most welcome to Poland.. :-)

My godson just left for Poland on Saturday as part of a student
exchange program. For the next month he'll be teaching English
to other high schoolers. He goes to school at Boston College High
School in (where else) Boston Massachusetts.

Don't ask me where he is in Poland.

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Jul  8 19:26:14 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 21:26:14 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
References: <c96.28b4778f.35a55179@aol.com><636E17CC-F058-4FB0-BD91-531CF833DFE0@sbcglobal.net>
	<48740697.8020001@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <02a201c8e162$c7ad3100$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Gentlemen,

What is the cause of a speedometer with a perfectly smooth speedometer 
needle that has an odometer that seems reasonably close, but a trip odometer 
that is about 20% out? I thought they were driven by the same shaft.

This speedo went to Nisonger's for just that problem, but ended up getting 
(apparently) a full rebuild for $170 and came back with exactly the same 
problem!

Thoughts?

Rich Chrysler 

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Tue Jul  8 19:38:36 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 18:38:36 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807080522r629a7917r2a446c8352a8d663@mail.gmail.com>
References: <554183.9165.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<d9b7a14d0807080345p528d93eelc8a572c406f9602d@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0807080522r629a7917r2a446c8352a8d663@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807081838x4298e794o97043a8b4cc05888@mail.gmail.com>

currently owned by Bob Segui, who took best of class last week with
his Nash Healey coupe.
ron rader
1965 BJ8
1954 Nash Healey
no fiestas

On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 5:22 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:
> Tom -
>
> Don't you dare slag off the Fiesta.  It was a Healey, once:
>
> http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/your_garage/cars/625.shtml

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Tue Jul  8 19:48:45 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 21:48:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <02a201c8e162$c7ad3100$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <c96.28b4778f.35a55179@aol.com><636E17CC-F058-4FB0-BD91-531CF833DFE0@sbcglobal.net>
	<48740697.8020001@comcast.net>
	<02a201c8e162$c7ad3100$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <019801c8e165$ed0e6830$c72b3890$@com>

As far as I can figure Rich your assumption is absolutely correct. The trip
and odometer are driven by the same drive gear train so there should be no
difference between their readings. 
Have you been able to determine which of the trip or the odometer is
correct.
I might suggest that the tripping lever of the odometer may be a little
tight on its pivot so that occasionally it misses a pawl on the ratchet
wheel in which case the odometer would read low and the trip should be
correct.

Michael Salter

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Rich C
Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008 9:26 PM
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.

Gentlemen,

What is the cause of a speedometer with a perfectly smooth speedometer 
needle that has an odometer that seems reasonably close, but a trip odometer

that is about 20% out? I thought they were driven by the same shaft.

This speedo went to Nisonger's for just that problem, but ended up getting 
(apparently) a full rebuild for $170 and came back with exactly the same 
problem!

Thoughts?

Rich Chrysler 

From MBran89793 at aol.com  Tue Jul  8 19:58:25 2008
From: MBran89793 at aol.com (MBran89793 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 21:58:25 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
Message-ID: <c68.2ecc7a4d.35a57541@aol.com>

Great pictures Mike. 
Just wish I could have been there also.
 
Marion Brantley



**************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for 
fuel-efficient used cars.      (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jul  8 21:36:23 2008
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 20:36:23 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <02a201c8e162$c7ad3100$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <657573.1586.qm@web83309.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

---When a speedometer is sent out to be calibrated you
need to give the TPM turns per mile of the speedo
cable to the shop , mark out 52.8 feet on a flat
surface and count how many times the inner goes around
in that distance ( times 100 ) thats the TPM .. BE
ACCURATE

 SEE also A/H Magazine April 1991 OR  my Tech Talk
Book page 81 

.....If your speedo needle is not steady replace the
inner cable this might fix your problem, BUT make very
sure that the inner cable does not protrude more than
3/8" beyond the end of the outer cable at speedo end
,the ferrule on the inner cable should be 5/16"from
the end of the inner cable , this could be made local
..

 ....See also BMC service bulletin #37 Oct. 1962 OR 
A/H Mag. June 1996
         OR my Tech Talk Book page 149   
                                                      
                    Norman Nock

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul  8 21:43:39 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 11:43:39 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
In-Reply-To: <48740FF4.2020304@comcast.net>
References: <mailman.18263.1215564658.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<48740FF4.2020304@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807082043o30d2c25di381ccc67e20c241c@mail.gmail.com>

Kent -

Trust me on this, it wouldn't suprise me one bit if he stays.  Poland
is a beautiful country with beautiful people, and cheap klobasa and
pivo!

Cheers,

Alan



On 7/9/08, Kent McLean <kentmclean at comcast.net> wrote:
> Tadeusz Malkiewicz wrote:
>> He is most welcome to Poland.. :-)
>
> My godson just left for Poland on Saturday as part of a student
> exchange program. For the next month he'll be teaching English
> to other high schoolers. He goes to school at Boston College High
> School in (where else) Boston Massachusetts.
>
> Don't ask me where he is in Poland.
>
> --
> Kent McLean
> '56 100 BN2
> _______________________________________________
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>
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Tue Jul  8 22:02:14 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 21:02:14 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] speedo
Message-ID: <023f01c8e178$9272a090$5201a8c0@Jim>

i regularly check my speedo with one of those "slow down" signs that register
your speed.  the max it will register is 45 and my speedo is normally right on
or close at 45 but at 65 on the autobahn  it is registering about 75 or so.
is this common to healeys or am i looking at the second rebuild.
healeymanjim

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Jul  8 22:24:52 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 21:24:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers.
In-Reply-To: <02a201c8e162$c7ad3100$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <c96.28b4778f.35a55179@aol.com><636E17CC-F058-4FB0-BD91-531CF833DFE0@sbcglobal.net>
	<48740697.8020001@comcast.net>
	<02a201c8e162$c7ad3100$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <48743D94.2090806@comcast.net>

The speedo has a (relatively) large worm gear that is driven by the 
cable, which drives two smaller gears, one for the trip meter and one 
for the odometer.  It's possible one of the gears is the wrong size, or 
may be slipping.  These two smaller gears (which appear to be nylon) 
drive eccentrics that cause a lever to push gears on the trip meter and 
odometer; one of these ratcheting gears may have a problem (or, 
conceivably, one is the wrong size).

When I had my speedo adjusted for a 3.54 rearend, the only apparent 
change was the size of the two ratcheting gears, which compensated for 
the (approx.) 11% difference from a 3.91 rearend.


bs


Rich C wrote:
> Gentlemen,
>
> What is the cause of a speedometer with a perfectly smooth speedometer 
> needle that has an odometer that seems reasonably close, but a trip odometer 
> that is about 20% out? I thought they were driven by the same shaft.
>
> This speedo went to Nisonger's for just that problem, but ended up getting 
> (apparently) a full rebuild for $170 and came back with exactly the same 
> problem!
>
> Thoughts?
>
> Rich Chrysler 
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>
> You are subscribed as bspidell at comcast.net
>
> http://www.team.net/archive
>
>   


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*******************************************************************

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Tue Jul  8 22:28:11 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 21:28:11 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
In-Reply-To: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807082128u2528eb79k90431f80257670e6@mail.gmail.com>

great pictures!.
i assume that the black and Burgundy was NOT kurt Kvam's car??
ron
1965 BJ8,
mike L's rear end

On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 3:51 PM, M Lempert <mlempert at bellsouth.net> wrote:
> Hello Healey folks.  I've just finished uploading my pictures from Conclave
> in San Diego.  If anyone can add information to any photos, such as names,
> let me know and I'll update the titles.  If anyone cares to have a picture
> and would like it in the original larger file size, just ask and I'll email.
> http://www.pbase.com/mdlempert/sandiego

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Jul  8 22:36:33 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 08 Jul 2008 21:36:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] speedo
In-Reply-To: <023f01c8e178$9272a090$5201a8c0@Jim>
References: <023f01c8e178$9272a090$5201a8c0@Jim>
Message-ID: <48744051.1070304@comcast.net>

Hi Jim,

Old mechanical speedos like on our Healeys use spinning magnets driven 
by the cable to "torque" a metallic disc to which the indicator needle 
is attached.  Resistance is provided by a spiral spring (think old watch 
movements), which gets progressively wound up as the speed increases 
(so, if anything, you'd think the speedo would indicate low instead of 
high at higher speeds, but that doesn't seem to be the case usually).  
As far as I can tell--I've had my speedo apart several times in the last 
couple months--there is no adjustment to damp or assist the spring.  You 
can "calibrate" the speedo in a fashion by repositioning the indicator 
on the dial, but you'll change the indication across-the-board (i.e. you 
might read correct at 65 but read low at 45mph).

I suspect the characteristics of the movement spring change with age.  
If anybody knows of an adjustment to damp or undamp the driven disk I'd 
appreciate hearing about it. 


bs

James Shope wrote:
> i regularly check my speedo with one of those "slow down" signs that register
> your speed.  the max it will register is 45 and my speedo is normally right on
> or close at 45 but at 65 on the autobahn  it is registering about 75 or so.
> is this common to healeys or am i looking at the second rebuild.
> healeymanjim
> _______________________________________________
>   
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Tue Jul  8 22:53:14 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 21:53:14 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Pictures
In-Reply-To: <20080706202436.GOAT29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
References: <20080706202436.GOAT29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <68AC63AD-37EB-4C4D-9BDB-60BB85817A1E@cox.net>

Hello all,

I have been too busy to do any club activities, or even fix/drive my
old Healey, but I ran down to the big show Tuesday during my lunch
break and took a few pics as I took in the huge scene.

Thanks to all involved for putting on what had to be an incredible
event.

Enjoy,
Wilko
San Diego

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Wed Jul  9 04:37:22 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 06:37:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
In-Reply-To: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904D49@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
References: <554183.9165.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
	<d9b7a14d0807080345p528d93eelc8a572c406f9602d@mail.gmail.com>
	<0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904D49@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807090337u4a1d58c5wa7d7eb8153213a5c@mail.gmail.com>

You say Festiva, I say Fiesta...  But, yes, you're right, it was an early
90's Festiva.

- Tom

On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 10:17 AM, Freese, Ken <Kendall.Freese at aerojet.com>
wrote:

> Tom,
> No such thing as an automatic Fiesta. You must be thinking of a Festiva.
> Very different animals.
> Ken Freese
> 78 Fiesta
> 65 BJ8
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+ken.freese <healeys-bounces%2Bken.freese>=
> aerojet.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of T W
> Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008 3:46 AM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
>
> It's gotta be better than the early 90's automatic Ford Fiesta that my
> wife and I rented when we were out in the Tetons.
>
> - Tom

From medlabinc at msn.com  Wed Jul  9 06:20:19 2008
From: medlabinc at msn.com (Dick Matson)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 05:20:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] GPS
Message-ID: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>

In addition to the map, distance to next turn, time in route can ie Garmin GPS
screens show selectable other information simultaneously - like compass
heading and current speed.

Dick Matson / Bj8 / Cashmere, WA

From cleona44 at hotmail.com  Wed Jul  9 06:21:49 2008
From: cleona44 at hotmail.com (Jim Lesher)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:21:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
In-Reply-To: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
Message-ID: <BAY104-W37C2BAEE4F6F864AC77A68C5960@phx.gbl>

Mike - Great photos!!! Sorry I could not make the trip. I hope to see you
again in Canada in 2009.
jim lesher

> From: mlempert at bellsouth.net
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 18:51:52 -0400
> Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
>
> Hello Healey folks.  I've just finished uploading my pictures from Conclave
> in San Diego.  If anyone can add information to any photos, such as names,
> let me know and I'll update the titles.  If anyone cares to have a picture
> and would like it in the original larger file size, just ask and I'll
email.
> http://www.pbase.com/mdlempert/sandiego
>
> Regards,
> Mike Lempert
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From coll44 at msn.com  Wed Jul  9 06:38:45 2008
From: coll44 at msn.com (TERRY COLL)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:38:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] service questions
In-Reply-To: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BLU111-W297D393A8B982C5225D03DC9960@phx.gbl>

Sorry to bother all with questions but having trouble accessing archives.
Changing the gearbox/OD oil in a BJ8 and want to know if center console has to
come out to get to the dipstick.  Also, as I have the notched type of OD drain
plug I'm wondering if there are any tricks to removing it as I'm reluctant to
proceed with the hammer/blunt instrument method.

Thanks, Terry Coll  '64 BJ8

From jculphealey at yahoo.com  Wed Jul  9 06:42:14 2008
From: jculphealey at yahoo.com (Jim Culp)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 05:42:14 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
In-Reply-To: <E1KGMvQ-00045z-VB@elasmtp-scoter.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <80728.98657.qm@web46303.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Slight correction- the Conclave website is actually:

http://www.austinhealeyconclave.com


--- On Tue, 7/8/08, Rick Snover <ricksnover at earthlink.net> wrote:
From: Rick Snover <ricksnover at earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2008, 11:48 PM

There's now also a slideshow on the Conclave web site: 
http://www.austinhealeyconclave.org

At 04:31 PM 7/8/2008, Linwood H Rose wrote:
>I was hoping that someone would get some Conclave images up! For 
>those who weren't able to attend, the photos are just great. Thanks 
>for sharing.
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

You are subscribed as jculphealey at yahoo.com

http://www.team.net/archive

From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Jul  9 06:49:00 2008
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 05:49:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Too much of a good thing?   No way!
Message-ID: <003001c8e1c2$29342f50$1002a8c0@TRACY>

Too much of a good thing?   No way!

 

http://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/Article.aspx/720212/?UserKey=0

 

 

 

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !

President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

From jcapezzuti at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 06:49:08 2008
From: jcapezzuti at aol.com (Jeff Capezzuti)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:49:08 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave 2009??
In-Reply-To: <5caeedb50807082128u2528eb79k90431f80257670e6@mail.gmail.com>
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
	<5caeedb50807082128u2528eb79k90431f80257670e6@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <001401c8e1c2$2decd560$6801a8c0@PC130022056027>

Does anyone know where / when Conclave 2009 going to be held??

Thanks!

Jeff
'63BJ7

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Wed Jul  9 06:54:04 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:54:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] service questions
In-Reply-To: <BLU111-W297D393A8B982C5225D03DC9960@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>
	<BLU111-W297D393A8B982C5225D03DC9960@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <004801c8e1c2$de8f56e0$9bae04a0$@com>

Hi Terry, the dipstick can be accessed beneath the rectangular rubber plug
which is just forward of the console on the upper surface of the tunnel.
Sometimes it takes a bit of a pull to get the dipstick out.
I made a special tool for removing the overdrive drain plug but I believe
one is available from British Too however their site is down at present.
Michael Salter

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of TERRY COLL
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:39 AM
To: AustinHealey List
Subject: [Healeys] service questions

Sorry to bother all with questions but having trouble accessing archives.
Changing the gearbox/OD oil in a BJ8 and want to know if center console has
to
come out to get to the dipstick.  Also, as I have the notched type of OD
drain
plug I'm wondering if there are any tricks to removing it as I'm reluctant
to
proceed with the hammer/blunt instrument method.

Thanks, Terry Coll  '64 BJ8

From caws52803 at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 06:54:52 2008
From: caws52803 at aol.com (caws52803 at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:54:52 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave 2009??
In-Reply-To: <001401c8e1c2$2decd560$6801a8c0@PC130022056027>
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
	<5caeedb50807082128u2528eb79k90431f80257670e6@mail.gmail.com>
	<001401c8e1c2$2decd560$6801a8c0@PC130022056027>
Message-ID: <8CAAFDA1D0FAACA-1274-91D@WEBMAIL-MB01.sysops.aol.com>

Conclave 2009
Year of the Loyalist
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
June 21 - 26, 2009
This was available on the AHCA website.
Rudy Streng
Lenoir, NC

-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Capezzuti <jcapezzuti at aol.com>
To: 'Healey List' <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 8:49 am
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave 2009??




Does anyone know where / when Conclave 2009 going to be held??

Thanks!

Jeff
'63BJ7
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From rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com  Wed Jul  9 06:58:29 2008
From: rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com (Randy Dickson)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:58:29 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] dash top padding question
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807082043o30d2c25di381ccc67e20c241c@mail.gmail.com>
References: <mailman.18263.1215564658.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<48740FF4.2020304@comcast.net>
	<ff59076c0807082043o30d2c25di381ccc67e20c241c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000001c8e1c3$7cbecad0$763c6070$@com>

Fellow Healeyoids,
I got a kit from Heritage and I'm in the process of putting the dashtop on
my 63 BJ7.  Does the 1/4" foam go all of the way over the half round rubber
front of the dash top and glue under the dash top?  When I took my old one
apart the foam appeared to go over the half rounded rubber front but the
dash had been redone by the PO at least once.  Thanks!


Healey-Archaeologist
Randy 

63 BJ7
66 Cobra replica
06 Mini Cooper S

From jcapezzuti at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 07:19:12 2008
From: jcapezzuti at aol.com (Jeff Capezzuti)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 09:19:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave 2009??
In-Reply-To: <8CAAFDA1D0FAACA-1274-91D@WEBMAIL-MB01.sysops.aol.com>
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
	<5caeedb50807082128u2528eb79k90431f80257670e6@mail.gmail.com>
	<001401c8e1c2$2decd560$6801a8c0@PC130022056027>
	<8CAAFDA1D0FAACA-1274-91D@WEBMAIL-MB01.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <001801c8e1c6$61388f50$6801a8c0@PC130022056027>

Thanks!!!!

 

  _____  

From: caws52803 at aol.com [mailto:caws52803 at aol.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:55 AM
To: jcapezzuti at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Conclave 2009??

 


Conclave 2009
Year of the Loyalist
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
June 21 - 26, 2009
This was available on the AHCA website.
Rudy Streng
Lenoir, NC

-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Capezzuti <jcapezzuti at aol.com>
To: 'Healey List' <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 8:49 am
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave 2009??

Does anyone know where / when Conclave 2009 going to be held??
 
Thanks!
 
Jeff
'63BJ7
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From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 09:39:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Nasty Boy ebay item 170232939570
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E42C8E26@s07.frakes-eng.com>

After on-site inspection, I refused to complete this transaction as the
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From coll44 at msn.com  Wed Jul  9 08:28:27 2008
From: coll44 at msn.com (TERRY COLL)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 10:28:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] service questions
In-Reply-To: <004801c8e1c2$de8f56e0$9bae04a0$@com>
References: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>
	<BLU111-W297D393A8B982C5225D03DC9960@phx.gbl>
	<004801c8e1c2$de8f56e0$9bae04a0$@com>
Message-ID: <BLU111-W37F16E3292D30701D91B85C9960@phx.gbl>

Thanks Michael!!!  Most appreciated!

Terry Coll  '64 BJ8> From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com> To: coll44 at msn.com;
healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: RE: [Healeys] service questions> Date: Wed, 9
Jul 2008 08:54:04 -0400> > Hi Terry, the dipstick can be accessed beneath the
rectangular rubber plug> which is just forward of the console on the upper
surface of the tunnel.> Sometimes it takes a bit of a pull to get the dipstick
out.> I made a special tool for removing the overdrive drain plug but I
believe> one is available from British Too however their site is down at
present.> Michael Salter> > -----Original Message-----> From:
healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net>
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On>
Behalf Of TERRY COLL> Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:39 AM> To: AustinHealey
List> Subject: [Healeys] service questions> > Sorry to bother all with
questions but having trouble accessing archives.> Changing the gearbox/OD oil
in a BJ8 and want to know if center console has> to> come out to get to the
dipstick. Also, as I have the notched type of OD> drain> plug I'm wondering if
there are any tricks to removing it as I'm reluctant> to> proceed with the
hammer/blunt instrument method.> > Thanks, Terry Coll '64 BJ8>

From bj7healey at gto.net  Wed Jul  9 09:55:44 2008
From: bj7healey at gto.net (bj7healey at gto.net)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 11:55:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] [Healy] Conclave 2009??
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC><5caeedb50807082128u2528eb79k90431f80257670e6@mail.gmail.com>
	<001401c8e1c2$2decd560$6801a8c0@PC130022056027>
Message-ID: <773A25A718B541A5B274838E2E4B6744@bobsus>

Hi everyone
     Its in Kingston, Ontario, Canada  The website is www,conclave09.com and 
is up and running with some changes to follow.      Bob Slater   1963, BJ7 
Webmaster

--------------------------------------------------
From: "Jeff Capezzuti" <jcapezzuti at aol.com>
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:49 AM
To: "'Healey List'" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave 2009??

> Does anyone know where / when Conclave 2009 going to be held??
>
> Thanks!
>
> Jeff
> '63BJ7
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From mayorrichard at hotmail.com  Wed Jul  9 10:07:38 2008
From: mayorrichard at hotmail.com (richard mayor)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 16:07:38 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota 5 speed question
Message-ID: <BAY108-W475AA258CA2F925B7AD2FFC0960@phx.gbl>

Does anyone know what the ratio is of 5th gear in the Toyota 5 speed that is
used in the healey conversions? That is, what is the overdrive ratio? I have
heard that Supra transmissions work as well as the 2 wheel drive pickup truck
transmissions. Are they the same, or do they have different ratios? Inquiring
minds want to know. Richard
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From JNBrashear at garverengineers.com  Wed Jul  9 10:21:18 2008
From: JNBrashear at garverengineers.com (Brashear, Jack, N)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 11:21:18 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota 5 speed question
In-Reply-To: <BAY108-W475AA258CA2F925B7AD2FFC0960@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <2D0989D186D44349BE853EE6CFC87AE603F547E2@glitas07.garverinc.local>

Hi Richard.  There are several different ratios depending on the
transmission's original use.  Mine is a W58 from a mid-80's Supra and
the OD ratio is 22 percent.
Jack

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+jnbrashear=garverengineers.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+jnbrashear=garverengineers.com at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of richard mayor
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 11:08 AM
To: healeys
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota 5 speed question

Does anyone know what the ratio is of 5th gear in the Toyota 5 speed
that is
used in the healey conversions? That is, what is the overdrive ratio? I
have
heard that Supra transmissions work as well as the 2 wheel drive pickup
truck
transmissions. Are they the same, or do they have different ratios?
Inquiring
minds want to know. Richard

From fortee9er at yahoo.com  Wed Jul  9 10:38:19 2008
From: fortee9er at yahoo.com (Jorge Garcia)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 09:38:19 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Rear disk brake caliper adapters
Message-ID: <931062.88037.qm@web54504.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

I am having rear disk brake caliper adapters fabricated for me by a local machine shop. The machine shop told me that if I was to order 10 sets or more sets the price (per set) would go down significantly. If anyone is interested in a set of caliper adapters please contact me off-line. BTW the donor calipers would be from a Jaguar XJ6/XJS.
Thanks
Jorge Garcia
'65 BJ8

From dwflagg at juno.com  Wed Jul  9 11:11:03 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg at juno.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 17:11:03 GMT
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota 5 speed question
Message-ID: <20080709.131103.910.0@webmail06.dca.untd.com>

Why?????????????

<Inquiring
minds want to know. Richard>


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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Wed Jul  9 12:27:45 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:27:45 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Speeds, distances, and odometers
Message-ID: <002101c8e1f1$7bee6c90$0300a8c0@tm4>

Rich,

Please see attached file on Smiths speedometers. 

It was written by Anthony Rhodes and is very helpful.

I did at some point repair my Volvo (Smiths) speedo, and remember there were
two 'tongues' (or whatever they are called) turning the wheels of two
odometers. One of the wheels might be have smaller no. of teeth..

The setup is clearly visible on picture 19. The two wheels on two odometers
are visible on picture 17.

Does this help?..

Please feel free to forward this file to John Sims for his website, I think
my mails do not reach him, as my server is crap.

Thanks, Tadek

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type application/pdf which had a name of speedo.pdf]

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Wed Jul  9 12:30:18 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:30:18 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
Message-ID: <002501c8e1f1$d6c5bbf0$0300a8c0@tm4>

Well, 

 

I second this opinion - I like it here very much.. :-)

 

Kent, you should find out where he is..

 

Tadek

 

 

 

Message: 7

Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 11:43:39 +0800

From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>

Subject: Re: [Healeys] My BN2

To: "Kent McLean" <kentmclean at comcast.net>, healeys at autox.team.net

Message-ID:

      <ff59076c0807082043o30d2c25di381ccc67e20c241c at mail.gmail.com>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1

 

Kent -

 

Trust me on this, it wouldn't suprise me one bit if he stays.  Poland

is a beautiful country with beautiful people, and cheap klobasa and

pivo!

 

Cheers,

 

Alan

From alan.bromfield at virgin.net  Wed Jul  9 13:05:43 2008
From: alan.bromfield at virgin.net (Alan Bromfield)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 20:05:43 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota 5 speed question
In-Reply-To: <BAY108-W475AA258CA2F925B7AD2FFC0960@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY108-W475AA258CA2F925B7AD2FFC0960@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <00da01c8e1f6$ca81fca0$6601a8c0@Dell>

Hi Richard......
This might be more than youu needed to know
Quick answer: Toyota overdrive = 0.85:1 which is equivalent to 17%
Standard Healey overdrives are 22% (0.82:1) or 28% (0.78:1)

Longer answer:
Pickup 5 speed Ratios:
First Gear: 3.566:1 
Second Gear: 2.056:1 
Third Gear: 1.384:1 
Fourth Gear: 1.00:1 
Fifth Gear: 0.85:1 
Reverse: -4.091:1 

Applications:
1982-1983 Toyota Carina 
1982-1985 Toyota Celica 
1983 Toyota Corona 
1986 Toyota Soarer 
1986 Toyota Crown 
1983 Toyota Chaser 
1984-1988 Toyota Pickup 2WD with 22RE(EFI) engine 
2002-2005 Lexus IS300 (US Market only) 

Supra Ratios:
First Gear: 3.285:1 
Second Gear: 1.894:1 
Third Gear: 1.275:1 
Fourth Gear: 1.00:1 
Fifth Gear: 0.783:1 
Reverse: -3.768:1 

Applications:
1982-1986 Toyota MK 2 Celica Supra 
1986-1992 Toyota MK 3 non-turbo Supra 
1993-1998 Toyota MK 4 non-turbo Supra 
1986 Toyota Cressida 
1986 Toyota Soarer 
1982-1985 Toyota Celica 
1982-1992 Lotus Excel

Enjoy.........
 _______________________________________________
(______________  Alan Bromfield  _______________)
   (______     \__1957-BN4 x 2__/    _______)
          (______www.nfahc.co.uk____)


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+alan.bromfield=virgin.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+alan.bromfield=virgin.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of richard mayor
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 5:08 PM
To: healeys
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota 5 speed question


Does anyone know what the ratio is of 5th gear in the Toyota 5 speed that is
used in the healey conversions? That is, what is the overdrive ratio? I have
heard that Supra transmissions work as well as the 2 wheel drive pickup
truck
transmissions. Are they the same, or do they have different ratios?
Inquiring
minds want to know. Richard

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 13:11:03 2008
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 15:11:03 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota 5 speed question
Message-ID: <cad.368c2d6f.35a66747@aol.com>

Go here:  _http://users.tpg.com.au/users/loats/technical/ma61/gearboxes.html_ 
(http://users.tpg.com.au/users/loats/technical/ma61/gearboxes.html) 
 
Best--Michael Oritt
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-
 
 
In a message dated 7/9/2008 12:08:01 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
mayorrichard at hotmail.com writes:

Does  anyone know what the ratio is of 5th gear in the Toyota 5 speed that  is
used in the healey conversions? 




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From npaul72464 at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 13:22:35 2008
From: npaul72464 at aol.com (npaul72464 at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:22:35 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] GPS
In-Reply-To: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <8CAB0104720146B-4D4-251D@mblk-d39.sysops.aol.com>

 Yes, they do display the direction (I put N pointing up) and speed.? I just bought a Garmin Nuvi 350 because it's very well rated and fits well on the little car.
Ned Paulsen
1960 BN7
1958 TR3



 


 

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From: Dick Matson <medlabinc at msn.com>
To: AustinHealey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 8:20 am
Subject: [Healeys] GPS










In addition to the map, distance to next turn, time in route can ie Garmin GPS
screens show selectable other information simultaneously - like compass
heading and current speed.

Dick Matson / Bj8 / Cashmere, WA
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From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Wed Jul  9 13:22:51 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 12:22:51 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend / Healey-Fiesta
References: <554183.9165.qm@web83916.mail.sp1.yahoo.com><d9b7a14d0807080345p528d93eelc8a572c406f9602d@mail.gmail.com><ff59076c0807080522r629a7917r2a446c8352a8d663@mail.gmail.com>
	<5caeedb50807081838x4298e794o97043a8b4cc05888@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <023701c8e1f9$30e1f480$a536480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

Bob sold it some time ago to raise funds for purchase of the Hash-Healey.

Kirk Kvam

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "F. Ronald Rader" <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008 6:38 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend


> currently owned by Bob Segui, who took best of class last week with
> his Nash Healey coupe.
> ron rader
> 1965 BJ8
> 1954 Nash Healey
> no fiestas
>
> On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 5:22 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> 
> wrote:
>> Tom -
>>
>> Don't you dare slag off the Fiesta.  It was a Healey, once:
>>
>> http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/your_garage/cars/625.shtml
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From price at advocateadvisors.com  Wed Jul  9 13:31:37 2008
From: price at advocateadvisors.com (price at advocateadvisors.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 19:31:37 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BJ 8 Water Pump Rebuild
Message-ID: <4509970-1215631877-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-225139054-@bxe126.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Who besides World Auto out of Madison,WI rebuilds water pumps?  

Thank you. 
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From jwbn6 at verizon.net  Wed Jul  9 13:34:29 2008
From: jwbn6 at verizon.net (jerry wall)
Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:34:29 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ 8 Water Pump Rebuild
Message-ID: <1924853.1141411215632069789.JavaMail.root@vms125.mailsrvcs.net>

=i go my spare from bill bolton -- tricarb at aol.com
cheers,
jerry wall

====================
From: price at advocateadvisors.com
Date: 2008/07/09 Wed PM 02:31:37 CDT
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] BJ 8 Water Pump Rebuild

Who besides World Auto out of Madison,WI rebuilds water pumps?  

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From Awgertoo at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 13:46:43 2008
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 15:46:43 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota Gearbox info
Message-ID: <c3d.377668b8.35a66fa3@aol.com>

Here's another site with info on which box to--and not to--get.
 
Best--Michael Oritt 
 
 _http://users.tpg.com.au/users/loats/technical/ma61/gearboxes2.html_ 
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From mike.vasquez at gmail.com  Wed Jul  9 15:03:04 2008
From: mike.vasquez at gmail.com (Mike Vasquez)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 14:03:04 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: [Spridgets] Big Healey long shot.
In-Reply-To: <487525D9.1020606@b2systems.com>
References: <487525D9.1020606@b2systems.com>
Message-ID: <28f529ba0807091403i2f105649p3a794642352e9aa3@mail.gmail.com>

Anyone able to help Mike out?


---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Mike Rambour <mikey at b2systems.com>
Date: Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 1:55 PM
Subject: [Spridgets] Big Healey long shot.
To: Spridgeteers <spridgets at autox.team.net>


 Does anyone have a 100-4 brake master cylinder that they could take
some measurements for me ? or better yet close by so I can compare ?

 I know there is a big healey list but I am on too many lists already so
thought I would ask here before joining another list.

 One of our members needs a master cylinder for his Singer and the 100-4
cylinder looks identical but there is some discussion if the piston size
is the same.  I am talking about part 7-076 on this page
http://www.victoriabritish.com/Features/AH/AHBR1.htm.

 I have seen the 2 together and I know the bolt holes are easily with a
1/4" of each other, I could not compare that closely but its close, its
just the internal diameter that is the concern.

   mike
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From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Wed Jul  9 16:00:51 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 15:00:51 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Conclave Photos
References: <190901c8e14d$376b9d30$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
	<5caeedb50807082128u2528eb79k90431f80257670e6@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <001a01c8e20f$43709e60$bb35480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

BN-2, belongs to Don Southworth of Cucamonga, CA.

Don fell in love with my BT-7 paint scheme back in the 90's,
he asked to copy it, thinking it would bring some attention to
his car, appears it did :-))

Kirk Kvam

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "F. Ronald Rader" <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008 9:28 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Conclave Photos


> great pictures!.
> i assume that the black and Burgundy was NOT kurt Kvam's car??
> ron
> 1965 BJ8,
> mike L's rear end
>
> On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 3:51 PM, M Lempert <mlempert at bellsouth.net> wrote:
>> Hello Healey folks.  I've just finished uploading my pictures from 
>> Conclave
>> in San Diego.  If anyone can add information to any photos, such as 
>> names,
>> let me know and I'll update the titles.  If anyone cares to have a 
>> picture
>> and would like it in the original larger file size, just ask and I'll 
>> email.
>> http://www.pbase.com/mdlempert/sandiego
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From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Jul  9 16:14:00 2008
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 18:14:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend / Healey-Fiesta
In-Reply-To: <023701c8e1f9$30e1f480$a536480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>
Message-ID: <20080709181400.L3N8G.327754.root@fepweb11>

Kirk,

The Hash Healey is a far out ride baby.  Cool red.  I dug the Fiesta but the Hashter is the bomb.

Tune up, Down Shift and Turn on the Overdrive.

Peace out.

---- 62bt7 <62bt7 at prodigy.net> wrote: 
> Bob sold it some time ago to raise funds for purchase of the Hash-Healey.
> 
> Kirk Kvam
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "F. Ronald Rader" <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008 6:38 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] 3.5 Rearend
> 
> 
> > currently owned by Bob Segui, who took best of class last week with
> > his Nash Healey coupe.
> > ron rader
> > 1965 BJ8
> > 1954 Nash Healey
> > no fiestas
> >
> > On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 5:22 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> 
> > wrote:
> >> Tom -
> >>
> >> Don't you dare slag off the Fiesta.  It was a Healey, once:
> >>
> >> http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/your_garage/cars/625.shtml
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From Editorgary at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 17:05:56 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 19:05:56 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Free ZDDPlus
Message-ID: <be4.363c7e4c.35a69e54@aol.com>

Roger Moment get an email circular today from Eastwood Company, advertising 
that they will include a $9.99 bottle of ZDDPlus with any order of $75 or more. 
I think this is the same product that Moss now has available in their 
catalog.
An informal and highly unscientific survey of various long-distance Healey 
drivers at the San Diego meet suggests that most are simply specifying 20W50 oil 
when they do their oil changes if their engine is well broken-in, and no one 
seems to be having any problems. My theory is that either the typical 20W50 
still has enough ZDDP in it to provide ongoing protection, and/or that broken-in 
engines don't really need much zinc.
Cheers
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From qualitas.jack at gmail.com  Wed Jul  9 17:19:11 2008
From: qualitas.jack at gmail.com (Jack Feldman)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 18:19:11 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
Message-ID: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>

Somewhere I read that the 3000 takes a special thermostat. I asked a
representative of a LBC repair shop and he confirmed the information and
gave me two part numbers. There were Stant 13358, and 13008. I went to my
local NAPA store and they translated those part numbers into NAPA 169, and
170. Both of those thermostats looked exactly alike, and both were 180
degree thermostats. The were so much alike I'm not even sure I got the
correct part in the appropriate box.

When I looked at them out of the box they just looked like any old
thermostat.

Do we really need a special thermostat? If the part numbers that were given
to me are correct, what is special about these thermostats?

My MGC has a special thermostat, but the difference is obvious.

Thanks,

Jack

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Wed Jul  9 17:26:03 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 19:26:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Free ZDDPlus
Message-ID: <26135266.1269841215645963483.JavaMail.root@cdptpa-web23-z02>

If you believe the info on the ZDDPlus website, one bottle of the stuff is not enough for a 7-quart 3000 engine oil change.  The bottle is sized for a typical 4-quart plus 1-quart-for-the-filter oil change.  One bottle is 4 ounces, and to reach the zinc and phosporus levels ZDDPlus recommends 7 quarts requires 5.6 ounces (0.8 ounces per quart).

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  

---- Editorgary at aol.com wrote: 
> Roger Moment get an email circular today from Eastwood Company, advertising 
> that they will include a $9.99 bottle of ZDDPlus with any order of $75 or more. 
> I think this is the same product that Moss now has available in their 
> catalog.
> An informal and highly unscientific survey of various long-distance Healey 
> drivers at the San Diego meet suggests that most are simply specifying 20W50 oil 
> when they do their oil changes if their engine is well broken-in, and no one 
> seems to be having any problems. My theory is that either the typical 20W50 
> still has enough ZDDP in it to provide ongoing protection, and/or that broken-in 
> engines don't really need much zinc.
> Cheers
> Gary

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul  9 17:39:22 2008
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 16:39:22 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
In-Reply-To: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
References: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <004EDC13-763B-4EC4-8742-5DDFA99F101E@sbcglobal.net>

Neither one of these it the correct one for a Healey. The Healey  
requires a sleeved thermostat and they are not available at any of  
your local parts houses. There needs to be a sleeve that closes off  
the water bypass in the head. The MGC has a bypass on the bottom that  
is closed off when the thermostat opens.



David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Jul 9, 2008, at 4:19 PM, Jack Feldman wrote:

> Somewhere I read that the 3000 takes a special thermostat. I asked a
> representative of a LBC repair shop and he confirmed the  
> information and
> gave me two part numbers. There were Stant 13358, and 13008. I went  
> to my
> local NAPA store and they translated those part numbers into NAPA  
> 169, and
> 170. Both of those thermostats looked exactly alike, and both were 180
> degree thermostats. The were so much alike I'm not even sure I got the
> correct part in the appropriate box.
>
> When I looked at them out of the box they just looked like any old
> thermostat.
>
> Do we really need a special thermostat? If the part numbers that  
> were given
> to me are correct, what is special about these thermostats?
>
> My MGC has a special thermostat, but the difference is obvious.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jack
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From healeybruce at roadrunner.com  Wed Jul  9 18:12:03 2008
From: healeybruce at roadrunner.com (Healey Bruce)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 17:12:03 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
References: <25633446.1215450777047.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <004b01c8e221$9519bff0$9101a8c0@home>

That would be the AH Association (Southern CA) for the greatest percentage 
of those in attendance participating in Conclave events.

Bruce Steele
Vice President, AHA
1960 BN7
Brea, CA
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John H" <jhomonek at mindspring.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 10:12 AM
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award


> Those who went to Conclave:
>
> Who won the DMH Commemorative Award at Conclave?
>
> ....and congratulations to the Chapter that did!!
>
> TIA
>
> John Homonek
> President, Atlanta Chapter AHCA
> 1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen-Healey
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul  9 18:42:25 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 20:42:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] service questions
References: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>
	<BLU111-W297D393A8B982C5225D03DC9960@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <001201c8e225$d3321040$7525e046@markl946cfrd7q>

Terry,   Any older hardware store that has descent old stock will be able to 
help you.
Draw a picture of the drain plug or take a cell phone picture of it and show 
the
 hardware guy.   They should have a "floor drain trap cover wrench " that 
should work fine.

There are different versions but I saw one last week at my Hardware store 
that was under 10.00,  easily.    There was a picture going around the list 
of one type, if I find it in my archives I will email it.

You may visit John Simms web page ,  you never know what my be hiding there.

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "TERRY COLL" <coll44 at msn.com>
To: "AustinHealey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:38 AM
Subject: [Healeys] service questions


> Sorry to bother all with questions but having trouble accessing archives.
> Changing the gearbox/OD oil in a BJ8 and want to know if center console 
> has to
> come out to get to the dipstick.  Also, as I have the notched type of OD 
> drain
> plug I'm wondering if there are any tricks to removing it as I'm reluctant 
> to
> proceed with the hammer/blunt instrument method.
>
> Thanks, Terry Coll  '64 BJ8
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Jul  9 18:44:29 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 20:44:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Free ZDDPlus
Message-ID: <20080710004429.ONCX13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

I'm confised.  If Val 20/50 VR1 Racing oil contains sufficient ZDDP, why all the fuss over adding this stuff?  I am assuming val does contain enough--------?  

Tom 
> 
> From: Editorgary at aol.com
> Date: 2008/07/09 Wed PM 07:05:56 EDT
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Free ZDDPlus
> 
> Roger Moment get an email circular today from Eastwood Company, advertising 
> that they will include a $9.99 bottle of ZDDPlus with any order of $75 or more. 
> I think this is the same product that Moss now has available in their 
> catalog.
> An informal and highly unscientific survey of various long-distance Healey 
> drivers at the San Diego meet suggests that most are simply specifying 20W50 oil 
> when they do their oil changes if their engine is well broken-in, and no one 
> seems to be having any problems. My theory is that either the typical 20W50 
> still has enough ZDDP in it to provide ongoing protection, and/or that broken-in 
> engines don't really need much zinc.
> Cheers
> Gary
> 
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From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Wed Jul  9 18:47:20 2008
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 20:47:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
In-Reply-To: <25633446.1215450777047.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
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Congrats to you guys (& gals)!
Gary B

--------------------------------------------------
From: "Healey Bruce" <healeybruce at roadrunner.com>
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:12 PM
To: "John H" <bn7 at mindspring.com>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] DMH Award

> That would be the AH Association (Southern CA) for the greatest percentage
> of those in attendance participating in Conclave events.
>
> Bruce Steele
> Vice President, AHA
> 1960 BN7
> Brea, CA
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "John H" <jhomonek at mindspring.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 10:12 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
>
>
>> Those who went to Conclave:
>>
>> Who won the DMH Commemorative Award at Conclave?
>>
>> ....and congratulations to the Chapter that did!!
>>
>> TIA
>>
>> John Homonek
>> President, Atlanta Chapter AHCA
>> 1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen-Healey
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul  9 18:59:33 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 20:59:33 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ 8 Water Pump Rebuild
References: <4509970-1215631877-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-225139054-@bxe126.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>
Message-ID: <003501c8e228$384b5750$7525e046@markl946cfrd7q>

Word from the list was to try a tractor or farm machinery rebuilder cause 
that is where the pumps got there roots.

And Billy Bob probably won't charge you half as much.

Mark
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <price at advocateadvisors.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 3:31 PM
Subject: [Healeys] BJ 8 Water Pump Rebuild


> Who besides World Auto out of Madison,WI rebuilds water pumps?
>
> Thank you.
> Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T
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From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Wed Jul  9 19:03:13 2008
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:03:13 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Toyota 5 speed question
In-Reply-To: <BAY108-W475AA258CA2F925B7AD2FFC0960@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY108-W475AA258CA2F925B7AD2FFC0960@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <48755FD1.9070906@comcast.net>

Richard,
Here's a site that tells you what all of the ratios are.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_W_transmission
Charlie Baldwin

richard mayor wrote:
> Does anyone know what the ratio is of 5th gear in the Toyota 5 speed that is
> used in the healey conversions? That is, what is the overdrive ratio? I have
> heard that Supra transmissions work as well as the 2 wheel drive pickup truck
> transmissions. Are they the same, or do they have different ratios? Inquiring
> minds want to know. Richard
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From healey at salisbury.net  Wed Jul  9 19:25:36 2008
From: healey at salisbury.net (healey)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 01:25:36 GMT
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
Message-ID: <200807092125734.SM01884@[166.82.136.9]>

The DMH award is awarded to one of the chapters who have at least 6
registrations and participation and award positions are counted for each event
including distance traveled. The Association od Southern California won the
DMH. The clubs that were in the chase were Association, Golden Gate, Cascade
and The Carolinas. The Host club is not included in the contest.
The second award is given to that club which has the highest percentage of
their on role membership attending conclave. That club was the roadrunner club
from New Mexico. They had 5 of 15 members in attendance.
Carl Brown
President AHCA
-----Original Message-----
From: "Healey Bruce" <healeybruce at roadrunner.com>
Sent 7/9/2008 8:12:03 PM
To: "John H" <bn7 at mindspring.com>, healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] DMH AwardThat would be the AH Association (Southern CA)
for the greatest percentage
of those in attendance participating in Conclave events.
Bruce Steele
Vice President, AHA
1960 BN7
Brea, CA
----- Original Message -----
From: "John H" <jhomonek at mindspring.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 10:12 AM
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
> Those who went to Conclave:
>
> Who won the DMH Commemorative Award at Conclave?
>
> ....and congratulations to the Chapter that did!!
>
> TIA
>
> John Homonek
> President, Atlanta Chapter AHCA
> 1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen-Healey
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From Wilkmanracing at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 19:33:29 2008
From: Wilkmanracing at aol.com (Wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 21:33:29 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7
Message-ID: <d09.3b7f2496.35a6c0e9@aol.com>

My 1961 BT7 is in line for a restoration and I've been mulling over  possible 
colors.  The car was originally all Old English White, but I'd  like to give 
it a bit of pazazz by using the original color with the coves in a  
contrasting color.  I would like the color combo to be correct for the car  and, hence, 
my question.  Was white with black coves a stock color  combination for the 
1961 BT7?
 
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From rafaelabugattas at yahoo.es  Wed Jul  9 19:58:53 2008
From: rafaelabugattas at yahoo.es (Rafael Abugattas)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 20:58:53 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7
References: <d09.3b7f2496.35a6c0e9@aol.com>
Message-ID: <002101c8e230$84f05670$1401a8c0@RAbugattas>

Hi Bill,
I am in exactly the same situation. I have a 62 BT7 Tricarb that was 
originally OEW with black interior. I am also planning to take it back to 
its original color but with the coves in black.
Look at the following site:
http://www.austinhealey.com/big.html
Look into the Healey Catalog section, select 1961 MKII and search for the 
"IVORY WHITE over BLACK" combination. According to it, seems it was an 
original combination for our cars.
Best,
Rafael


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <Wilkmanracing at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:33 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7


> My 1961 BT7 is in line for a restoration and I've been mulling over 
> possible
> colors.  The car was originally all Old English White, but I'd  like to 
> give
> it a bit of pazazz by using the original color with the coves in a
> contrasting color.  I would like the color combo to be correct for the car 
> and, hence,
> my question.  Was white with black coves a stock color  combination for 
> the
> 1961 BT7?
>
> Bill Wilkman
>
>
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From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul  9 20:12:46 2008
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ronald J. Ray)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 21:12:46 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7
In-Reply-To: <002101c8e230$84f05670$1401a8c0@RAbugattas>
Message-ID: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKIEEBDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>

Rafael and Bill,

Page 89 of the Anderson/Moment book confirms that Ivory White/Black was an
original paint offering for BN4, BN6, BN7, and BT7.

According to PPG/ICI, Ivory White was a current paint color up to at least
2001 for the Austin Rover.  The PPG code is 91212

Ron
June 1959 BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of Rafael Abugattas
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:59 PM
To: Wilkmanracing at aol.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7


Hi Bill,
I am in exactly the same situation. I have a 62 BT7 Tricarb that was
originally OEW with black interior. I am also planning to take it back to
its original color but with the coves in black.
Look at the following site:
http://www.austinhealey.com/big.html
Look into the Healey Catalog section, select 1961 MKII and search for the
"IVORY WHITE over BLACK" combination. According to it, seems it was an
original combination for our cars.
Best,
Rafael


----- Original Message -----
From: <Wilkmanracing at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:33 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7


> My 1961 BT7 is in line for a restoration and I've been mulling over
> possible
> colors.  The car was originally all Old English White, but I'd  like to
> give
> it a bit of pazazz by using the original color with the coves in a
> contrasting color.  I would like the color combo to be correct for the car
> and, hence,
> my question.  Was white with black coves a stock color  combination for
> the
> 1961 BT7?
>
> Bill Wilkman

From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Wed Jul  9 20:13:30 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:13:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] service questions
In-Reply-To: <001201c8e225$d3321040$7525e046@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <BAY109-DAV267772891666BE53142D6A2960@phx.gbl>
	<BLU111-W297D393A8B982C5225D03DC9960@phx.gbl>
	<001201c8e225$d3321040$7525e046@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <002d01c8e232$8c659990$a530ccb0$@net>

Or you can try John SIMS web site. Frankly, I am losing track and it is
about time that I start organizing the pages a little better.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Mark LaPierre
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:42 PM
To: TERRY COLL; AustinHealey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] service questions

Terry,   Any older hardware store that has descent old stock will be able to

help you.
Draw a picture of the drain plug or take a cell phone picture of it and show

the
 hardware guy.   They should have a "floor drain trap cover wrench " that 
should work fine.

There are different versions but I saw one last week at my Hardware store 
that was under 10.00,  easily.    There was a picture going around the list 
of one type, if I find it in my archives I will email it.

You may visit John Simms web page ,  you never know what my be hiding there.

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "TERRY COLL" <coll44 at msn.com>
To: "AustinHealey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 8:38 AM
Subject: [Healeys] service questions

From rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com  Wed Jul  9 20:30:07 2008
From: rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com (Randy Dickson)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 21:30:07 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] dash top padding question
Message-ID: <000001c8e234$df254e80$9d6feb80$@com>

-----Original Message-----
From: Randy Dickson [mailto:rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 7:58 AM
To: 'healeys at autox.team.net'
Subject: dash top padding question



Fellow Healeyoids,
I got a kit from Heritage and I'm in the process of putting the dashtop on
my 63 BJ7.  Does the 1/4" foam go all of the way over the half round rubber
front of the dash top and glue under the dash top?  When I took my old one
apart the foam appeared to go over the half rounded rubber front but the
dash had been redone by the PO at least once.  Thanks!


Healey-Archaeologist
Randy 

63 BJ7
66 Cobra replica
06 Mini Cooper S

From insptwo at msn.com  Wed Jul  9 20:33:58 2008
From: insptwo at msn.com (insptwo at msn.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 22:33:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Free ZDDPlus
In-Reply-To: <20080710004429.ONCX13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
References: <20080710004429.ONCX13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <BLU133-W8021F1950A3E52221E10FAD910@phx.gbl>

I've been using Kendell GT1 High Performance Motor Oil. If you look it up at
the Kendall web sight, it talks about the ZDDP in its specs and lists the
percentage.
Bill
BJ7
No financial interest blah, blah (wish I did have one!)



> From: tomfelts at windstream.net> To: Editorgary at aol.com;
healeys at autox.team.net> Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 20:44:29 -0400> Subject: Re:
[Healeys] Free ZDDPlus> > I'm confised. If Val 20/50 VR1 Racing oil contains
sufficient ZDDP, why all the fuss over adding this stuff? I am assuming val
does contain enough--------? > > Tom > > > > From: Editorgary at aol.com> > Date:
2008/07/09 Wed PM 07:05:56 EDT> > To: healeys at autox.team.net> > Subject:
[Healeys] Free ZDDPlus> > > > Roger Moment get an email circular today from
Eastwood Company, advertising > > that they will include a $9.99 bottle of
ZDDPlus with any order of $75 or more. > > I think this is the same product
that Moss now has available in their > > catalog.> > An informal and highly
unscientific survey of various long-distance Healey > > drivers at the San
Diego meet suggests that most are simply specifying 20W50 oil > > when they do
their oil changes if their engine is well broken-in, and no one > > seems to
be having any problems. My theory is that either the typical 20W50 > > still
has enough ZDDP in it to provide ongoing protection, and/or that broken-in > >
engines don't really need much zinc.> > Cheers> > Gary>

From MBran89793 at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 20:38:56 2008
From: MBran89793 at aol.com (MBran89793 at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 22:38:56 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7
Message-ID: <bf0.2f9c3489.35a6d040@aol.com>

Hi Bill-
 
The dual tone combination of Ivory White/Black (WT.3/BK.1) was a  combination 
that was offered with trim Red w/ White piping, Red carpet, Blk  hood, Blk 
Hard top or with trim Black w/ White piping, Blk carpet, Blk hoood,  Blk 
hardtop. 
Ivory White is also reffered to as OEW (Old English White).
 
M.S.Brantley,  Jr.
Tampa Bay Austin-Healey Club
Concours Committee Member
 
 



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From bcrist at club-internet.fr  Wed Jul  9 22:37:05 2008
From: bcrist at club-internet.fr (Bernard Cristalli)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:37:05 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7
In-Reply-To: <d09.3b7f2496.35a6c0e9@aol.com>
References: <d09.3b7f2496.35a6c0e9@aol.com>
Message-ID: <487591F1.3090803@club-internet.fr>

Yes it was.
Look at that: http://www.austinhealey.com/big.html

Cheers,
B

Wilkmanracing at aol.com a icrit :
> My 1961 BT7 is in line for a restoration and I've been mulling over  possible 
> colors.  The car was originally all Old English White, but I'd  like to give 
> it a bit of pazazz by using the original color with the coves in a  
> contrasting color.  I would like the color combo to be correct for the car  and, hence, 
> my question.  Was white with black coves a stock color  combination for the 
> 1961 BT7?
>  
> Bill Wilkman
>
>
>
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From fiat500f at aol.com  Wed Jul  9 23:40:24 2008
From: fiat500f at aol.com (Paul Barnes)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 01:40:24 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-4 originality/assembly help please..
Message-ID: <000601c8e24f$73b53b90$2f01a8c0@deepthought42>

Hi again,

Still working with my friend on his 1954 100-4.  We're doing the interior and
we need a photo of something.  We're putting on the B-post and sill aluminum
plates (after FINALLY gettting the right ones from Kilmartin via Moss after
Moss gave us HUGE problems BY repeatedly sending us the wrong one ANd
INSISTING that they were the right ones.  Photos supplied from this group
convinced then otherwise -THANKS GUYS!).  We need a photo of the top of the
B-post plate where the plate, with its piping, and the rear cockpit aluminum
moulding, and the interior trim panel, all come together.  We're really not
sure how that corner all meets up!  also, why is the top of the B-post plate
sort of pointy?  Is that suppose to be covering something?

Thanks,
Paul B.

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 00:12:19 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:12:19 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
In-Reply-To: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
References: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807092312i7cbcf862qeded709af380b736@mail.gmail.com>

Jack -

The 6 cylinder is designed to use the standard British bellows
thermostat which is hard to find these days.  I actually like these
thermostats - they  have a huge opening to allow free coolant
movement.  The downside is when they fail, they fail in the closed
position, so they aren't perfect.

They have a special sleeve which closes the bypass port on your head -
this sleeve helps improve cooling efficiency when the car is hot by
preventing the backflow of hot coolant from the head back into the
block.

Moss motors sells the correct thermostat, but the standard thermostat
is fine for most applications.

Best,

Alan



On 7/10/08, Jack Feldman <qualitas.jack at gmail.com> wrote:
> Somewhere I read that the 3000 takes a special thermostat. I asked a
> representative of a LBC repair shop and he confirmed the information and
> gave me two part numbers. There were Stant 13358, and 13008. I went to my
> local NAPA store and they translated those part numbers into NAPA 169, and
> 170. Both of those thermostats looked exactly alike, and both were 180
> degree thermostats. The were so much alike I'm not even sure I got the
> correct part in the appropriate box.
>
> When I looked at them out of the box they just looked like any old
> thermostat.
>
> Do we really need a special thermostat? If the part numbers that were given
> to me are correct, what is special about these thermostats?
>
> My MGC has a special thermostat, but the difference is obvious.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jack
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'64 BJ8

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 00:25:04 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:25:04 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: [Spridgets] Big Healey long shot.
In-Reply-To: <28f529ba0807091403i2f105649p3a794642352e9aa3@mail.gmail.com>
References: <487525D9.1020606@b2systems.com>
	<28f529ba0807091403i2f105649p3a794642352e9aa3@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807092325w794640c2v1a21041f8513dbe7@mail.gmail.com>

Mike -

The brake master cylinders used on British cars in the early 50s can
all look quite similar but in fact can vary quite a bit.  For example
the MC used on my '52 Atlantic looks similar to the MC on my '53 AH
100 but in fact they are totally different - the stop lamp switch on
the Atlantic screws into the back of the MC whereas on the 100 it is
located remotely.  This is significant because mechanically the two
cars are identical otherwise.

My suggestion to you is to have the original MC professionally sleaved
(with SS) and rebuilt by a rebuilder.  That way you'll never worry
about mixing and matching incorrect components - which is a bad idea
when it comes to your brakes.

Incidentally, one of only 4 Singer Rapier Convertibles ever made by
the factory is undergoing complete restoration here in Hong Kong.

Best,

Alan




On 7/10/08, Mike Vasquez <mike.vasquez at gmail.com> wrote:
> Anyone able to help Mike out?
>
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: Mike Rambour <mikey at b2systems.com>
> Date: Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 1:55 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Big Healey long shot.
> To: Spridgeteers <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>
>
>  Does anyone have a 100-4 brake master cylinder that they could take
> some measurements for me ? or better yet close by so I can compare ?
>
>  I know there is a big healey list but I am on too many lists already so
> thought I would ask here before joining another list.
>
>  One of our members needs a master cylinder for his Singer and the 100-4
> cylinder looks identical but there is some discussion if the piston size
> is the same.  I am talking about part 7-076 on this page
> http://www.victoriabritish.com/Features/AH/AHBR1.htm.
>
>  I have seen the 2 together and I know the bolt holes are easily with a
> 1/4" of each other, I could not compare that closely but its close, its
> just the internal diameter that is the concern.
>
>    mike
> You are subscribed as mike.vasquez at gmail.com
>
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>
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From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 00:28:53 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 23:28:53 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey-Fiesta
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807092328y6289c287pc0cfb7b77d49d7fd@mail.gmail.com>

a very wise move i'd say! ron

On Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 12:22 PM, 62bt7 <62bt7 at prodigy.net> wrote:

> Bob sold it some time ago to raise funds for purchase of the Hash-Healey.
>
> Kirk Kvam
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "F. Ronald Rader" <
> f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
>
>
> currently owned by Bob Segui, who took best of class last week with
>> his Nash Healey coupe.
>> ron rader
>> 1965 BJ8
>> 1954 Nash Healey
>> no fiestas
>>
>> On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 5:22 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Tom -
>>>
>>> Don't you dare slag off the Fiesta.  It was a Healey, once:
>>>
>>> http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/your_garage/cars/625.shtml
>>>
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From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 00:29:46 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2008 23:29:46 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey-Fiesta
In-Reply-To: <5caeedb50807092328y6289c287pc0cfb7b77d49d7fd@mail.gmail.com>
References: <5caeedb50807092328y6289c287pc0cfb7b77d49d7fd@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807092329h5cb0e3dldc0dfbb9513db3f2@mail.gmail.com>

a vey wise move i'd say! ron

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: F. Ronald Rader <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 11:28 PM
Subject: Healey-Fiesta
To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>


a very wise move i'd say! ron

On Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 12:22 PM, 62bt7 <62bt7 at prodigy.net> wrote:
>
> Bob sold it some time ago to raise funds for purchase of the Hash-Healey.
>
> Kirk Kvam
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "F. Ronald Rader" <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
>
>
>> currently owned by Bob Segui, who took best of class last week with
>> his Nash Healey coupe.
>> ron rader
>> 1965 BJ8
>> 1954 Nash Healey
>> no fiestas

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Thu Jul 10 06:15:51 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:15:51 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: [Spridgets] Big Healey long shot.
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807092325w794640c2v1a21041f8513dbe7@mail.gmail.com>
References: <487525D9.1020606@b2systems.com>
	<28f529ba0807091403i2f105649p3a794642352e9aa3@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0807092325w794640c2v1a21041f8513dbe7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <004e01c8e286$b216e8c0$1644ba40$@com>

Mike and Alan, I know this is not really answering the original question but
as far as I'm aware the condition of the bore of the 100 master cylinder is
not really critical. 
That style of master cylinder uses a stationary seal through which the
piston passes when the brakes are applied so it is the surface of the piston
which must be in good condition. 
Fortunately the pistons are relatively inexpensive to have hardchromed and
ground back to size.

Michael Salter

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 2:25 AM
To: Healey List; mikey at b2systems.com
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fwd: [Spridgets] Big Healey long shot.

Mike -

The brake master cylinders used on British cars in the early 50s can
all look quite similar but in fact can vary quite a bit.  For example
the MC used on my '52 Atlantic looks similar to the MC on my '53 AH
100 but in fact they are totally different - the stop lamp switch on
the Atlantic screws into the back of the MC whereas on the 100 it is
located remotely.  This is significant because mechanically the two
cars are identical otherwise.

My suggestion to you is to have the original MC professionally sleaved
(with SS) and rebuilt by a rebuilder.  That way you'll never worry
about mixing and matching incorrect components - which is a bad idea
when it comes to your brakes.

Incidentally, one of only 4 Singer Rapier Convertibles ever made by
the factory is undergoing complete restoration here in Hong Kong.

Best,

Alan




On 7/10/08, Mike Vasquez <mike.vasquez at gmail.com> wrote:
> Anyone able to help Mike out?
>
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: Mike Rambour <mikey at b2systems.com>
> Date: Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 1:55 PM
> Subject: [Spridgets] Big Healey long shot.
> To: Spridgeteers <spridgets at autox.team.net>
>
>
>  Does anyone have a 100-4 brake master cylinder that they could take
> some measurements for me ? or better yet close by so I can compare ?
>
>  I know there is a big healey list but I am on too many lists already so
> thought I would ask here before joining another list.
>
>  One of our members needs a master cylinder for his Singer and the 100-4
> cylinder looks identical but there is some discussion if the piston size
> is the same.  I am talking about part 7-076 on this page
> http://www.victoriabritish.com/Features/AH/AHBR1.htm.
>
>  I have seen the 2 together and I know the bolt holes are easily with a
> 1/4" of each other, I could not compare that closely but its close, its
> just the internal diameter that is the concern.
>
>    mike

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Thu Jul 10 07:32:49 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:32:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-4 originality/assembly help please..
References: <000601c8e24f$73b53b90$2f01a8c0@deepthought42>
Message-ID: <001701c8e291$72d3d640$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Paul,

Here are 3 pictures showing this area. The alloy trim is meant to
cap over the area remaining where the end of the cockpit rail doesn't cover.
The piping (note the colours dependent on what you colour scheme is on your
car) comes up the edge of the alloy trim and the top most 1 1/2" has the
core removed to allow the piping to pinch flat and disappear into the final
upsweep of the alloy trim.
There will be excess width and height of alloy plate that will need to be
carefully cut and filed away for best fit for your particular car.

The inside trim panel will have the inner wood coming up and stopping just 
short of the cockpit rail. The vinyl covering at the top of the trim panel 
will continue up to finish by being pinched flat and glued under the area 
the cockpit rail will cover. The inner leading edge of the trim panel will 
neatly butt against the inner edge of the alloy plate.

Hope this helps.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Paul Barnes" <fiat500f at aol.com>
To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 1:40 AM
Subject: [Healeys] 100-4 originality/assembly help please..


> Hi again,
>
> Still working with my friend on his 1954 100-4.  We're doing the interior 
> and
> we need a photo of something.  We're putting on the B-post and sill 
> aluminum
> plates (after FINALLY gettting the right ones from Kilmartin via Moss 
> after
> Moss gave us HUGE problems BY repeatedly sending us the wrong one ANd
> INSISTING that they were the right ones.  Photos supplied from this group
> convinced then otherwise -THANKS GUYS!).  We need a photo of the top of 
> the
> B-post plate where the plate, with its piping, and the rear cockpit 
> aluminum
> moulding, and the interior trim panel, all come together.  We're really 
> not
> sure how that corner all meets up!  also, why is the top of the B-post 
> plate
> sort of pointy?  Is that suppose to be covering something?
>
> Thanks,
> Paul B.
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Thu Jul 10 10:13:53 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:13:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100M inspection NY
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807092325w794640c2v1a21041f8513dbe7@mail.gmail.com>
References: <487525D9.1020606@b2systems.com>
	<28f529ba0807091403i2f105649p3a794642352e9aa3@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0807092325w794640c2v1a21041f8513dbe7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <002a01c8e2a7$f2894f80$d79bee80$@com>

Is there anyone on the list in the Long Island NY area who would be
qualified and available to do pre purchase inspection on a 100M. happy t pay
for the service.

Michael Salter

From wsteinman at pogolaw.com  Thu Jul 10 10:44:44 2008
From: wsteinman at pogolaw.com (Steinman, Bill)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:44:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Correct Two Tone for 1961 BT7
In-Reply-To: <487591F1.3090803@club-internet.fr>
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 My parents had a BT7 in 1960 when they were first married.  My dad
recalls being told that if they ordered a car, it could be painted any
color or combination thereof, so long as the colors were in the BMC
catalog.  A car might not come from the factory with certain
combinations, but you could essentially mix and match.  Or so they
recall!


Bill S.
2005 Lotus Elise
1968 Triumph TR-250
1968 MGC Tourer
1965 Sunbeam Tiger
1959 Austin Healey 3000

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From quenty at ntelos.net  Thu Jul 10 11:29:11 2008
From: quenty at ntelos.net (David Schweninger)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 13:29:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] dash top padding question
In-Reply-To: <000001c8e234$df254e80$9d6feb80$@com>
References: <000001c8e234$df254e80$9d6feb80$@com>
Message-ID: <443350FD-E1A4-4E97-BBC5-3B5124F40740@ntelos.net>

Randy.
I have the original dash top panel for my BN7 II. The plywood  is  
flush with the 1/2 round foam part. The original padding was not foam,  
but appears to be a material similar to the original carpet under- 
felt, but is about 1/8" thick.
  I think that if you stop the foam at the edge of the 1/2 round you  
will be able "read" the edge.
  I can send a picture if you like.
I'm going to take a look at using the white closed cell high density  
foam. usually called "Landau foam.

Best
     Dave and Daisy


On Jul 9, 2008, at 10:30 PM, Randy Dickson wrote:

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Randy Dickson [mailto:rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 7:58 AM
> To: 'healeys at autox.team.net'
> Subject: dash top padding question
>
>
>
> Fellow Healeyoids,
> I got a kit from Heritage and I'm in the process of putting the  
> dashtop on
> my 63 BJ7.  Does the 1/4" foam go all of the way over the half round  
> rubber
> front of the dash top and glue under the dash top?  When I took my  
> old one
> apart the foam appeared to go over the half rounded rubber front but  
> the
> dash had been redone by the PO at least once.  Thanks!
>
>
> Healey-Archaeologist
> Randy
>
> 63 BJ7
> 66 Cobra replica
> 06 Mini Cooper S
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From quenty at ntelos.net  Thu Jul 10 16:11:10 2008
From: quenty at ntelos.net (David Schweninger)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:11:10 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] dash top padding question
In-Reply-To: <005d01c8e2b6$144e2510$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <000001c8e234$df254e80$9d6feb80$@com>
	<443350FD-E1A4-4E97-BBC5-3B5124F40740@ntelos.net>
	<005d01c8e2b6$144e2510$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <43A84DA6-641F-49FD-9D2E-D228016FCE98@ntelos.net>

Randy,
I guess that means the foam does not go around the front edge

   Good Luck.
                     Dave


On Jul 10, 2008, at 1:55 PM, Rich C wrote:

> Gentlemen,
>
> The BJ7 dash top is a whole different animal to the BN7 roadster  
> model.
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Schweninger" <quenty at ntelos.net 
> >
> To: "Randy Dickson" <rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com>; "Healey Mail  
> List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 1:29 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] dash top padding question
>
>
>> Randy.
>> I have the original dash top panel for my BN7 II. The plywood  is
>> flush with the 1/2 round foam part. The original padding was not  
>> foam,
>> but appears to be a material similar to the original carpet under-
>> felt, but is about 1/8" thick.
>> I think that if you stop the foam at the edge of the 1/2 round you
>> will be able "read" the edge.
>> I can send a picture if you like.
>> I'm going to take a look at using the white closed cell high density
>> foam. usually called "Landau foam.
>>
>> Best
>>    Dave and Daisy
>>
>>
>> On Jul 9, 2008, at 10:30 PM, Randy Dickson wrote:
>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Randy Dickson [mailto:rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com]
>>> Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 7:58 AM
>>> To: 'healeys at autox.team.net'
>>> Subject: dash top padding question
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Fellow Healeyoids,
>>> I got a kit from Heritage and I'm in the process of putting the
>>> dashtop on
>>> my 63 BJ7.  Does the 1/4" foam go all of the way over the half round
>>> rubber
>>> front of the dash top and glue under the dash top?  When I took my
>>> old one
>>> apart the foam appeared to go over the half rounded rubber front but
>>> the
>>> dash had been redone by the PO at least once.  Thanks!
>>>
>>>
>>> Healey-Archaeologist
>>> Randy
>>>
>>> 63 BJ7
>>> 66 Cobra replica
>>> 06 Mini Cooper S
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>
>>> Healeys at autox.team.net
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>>>
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>>>
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From quenty at ntelos.net  Thu Jul 10 17:02:26 2008
From: quenty at ntelos.net (David Schweninger)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:02:26 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: AARP  Forum (not cleared by Snoops)
References: <1CEAA945-D09F-4C6D-B61E-00C3F43CEF3D@twlakes.net>
Message-ID: <B9F7B660-E5CE-4216-AB9B-10EC2E8B4D95@ntelos.net>

Begin forwarded message:

>
>>
>> AARP Forum
>> Questions and Answers from an AARP Forum
>>
>>
>> Q: Where can men over the age of 60 find younger, sexy women who  
>> are interested in them?
>> A: Try a bookstore-------under fiction.
>>
>> Q: What can a man do while his wife is going through menopause?
>> A: Keep busy. If you're handy with tools, you can finish the  
>> basement.  When you are done you will have a place to live.
>>
>> Q: Someone has told me that menopause is mentioned in the Bible.   
>> Is that true?  Where can it be found?
>> A: Yes.  Matthew 14:92: 'And Mary rode Joseph's ass all the way to  
>> Egypt .'
>>
>> Q: How can you increase the heart rate of your 60+ year old husband?
>> A: Tell him you're pregnant.
>>
>> Q: How can you avoid that terrible curse of the elderly-----wrinkles?
>> A: Take off your glasses.
>>
>> Q: Seriously!  What can I do for these crow's feet and all those  
>> wrinkles on my face?
>> A: Go braless.  It will usually pull them out.
>>
>> Q: Why should 60+ year old people use valet parking?
>> A: Valets don't forget where they park your car.
>>
>> Q: Is it common for 60+ year olds to have problems with short term  
>> memory storage?
>> A: Storing memory is not a problem, retrieving it is a problem.
>>
>> Q: As people age, do they sleep more soundly?
>> A: Yes, but usually in the afternoon.
>>
>> Q: Where should 60+ year olds look for eye glasses?
>> A: On their foreheads.
>>
>> Q: What is the most common remark made by 60+ year olds when they  
>> enter antique stores?
>> A: 'Gosh, I remember these.'

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Thu Jul 10 18:46:11 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:46:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
In-Reply-To: <mailman.18389.1215646748.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.18389.1215646748.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4876AD53.6040308@comcast.net>

Tadeusz Malkiewicz wrote:

> Well, 
> I second this opinion - I like it here (Poland) very much.. :-)
> 
> Kent, you should find out where he is..

 From Thomas' father, "He's in nowy sacz...about 2 hours from krahow."

Nowy Sacz?  I had to Google it.
<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nowy_S%C4%85cz>

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From shop at justbrits.com  Thu Jul 10 19:49:43 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:49:43 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Who Wants to Drive a Millionaire?
Message-ID: <074301c8e2f8$64740130$6501a8c0@shop>

Here you go, folks!!!!

http://tinyurl.com/5v9o67

From Editorgary at aol.com  Thu Jul 10 19:59:18 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 21:59:18 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Colors esp two-tones
Message-ID: <ce2.32f8e88a.35a81876@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/10/08 6:44:39 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


> My dad
> recalls being told that if they ordered a car, it could be painted any
> color or combination thereof, so long as the colors were in the BMC
> catalog. 
>
That's sort of true, as I understand things. Dealers could and did make minor
modifications to paint jobs to make a sale,* and obviously they would be
using BMC paints on their shelves, but -- welcome to have anyone chime in on
this
to contradict me -- I have never encountered anyone who could show a BMIHT
certificate that showed a Healey painted in any other colors or combinations
except those on the blueprints -- which are what is reflected in the Concours
Standards and our Restoration Guide.

* there is a BT7 in my local area owned now by the son of the original owner,
that he (the son) recalls was originally primrose, and the dealer painted the
side coves dark green before delivery because the father wanted it that way.

Dealer painting of side coves was pretty   common, especially on the BN2s.

BTW, btw -- if you do have your car painted two-tone, make sure that the cove
paint starts at the lower break line, with the main color extending over the
top break line and down into the cove.

Cheers
Gary




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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Thu Jul 10 11:55:02 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 13:55:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] dash top padding question
References: <000001c8e234$df254e80$9d6feb80$@com>
	<443350FD-E1A4-4E97-BBC5-3B5124F40740@ntelos.net>
Message-ID: <005d01c8e2b6$144e2510$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Gentlemen,

The BJ7 dash top is a whole different animal to the BN7 roadster model.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Schweninger" <quenty at ntelos.net>
To: "Randy Dickson" <rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com>; "Healey Mail List" 
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 1:29 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] dash top padding question


> Randy.
> I have the original dash top panel for my BN7 II. The plywood  is
> flush with the 1/2 round foam part. The original padding was not foam,
> but appears to be a material similar to the original carpet under-
> felt, but is about 1/8" thick.
>  I think that if you stop the foam at the edge of the 1/2 round you
> will be able "read" the edge.
>  I can send a picture if you like.
> I'm going to take a look at using the white closed cell high density
> foam. usually called "Landau foam.
>
> Best
>     Dave and Daisy
>
>
> On Jul 9, 2008, at 10:30 PM, Randy Dickson wrote:
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Randy Dickson [mailto:rdickson at midwestarchaeology.com]
>> Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 7:58 AM
>> To: 'healeys at autox.team.net'
>> Subject: dash top padding question
>>
>>
>>
>> Fellow Healeyoids,
>> I got a kit from Heritage and I'm in the process of putting the
>> dashtop on
>> my 63 BJ7.  Does the 1/4" foam go all of the way over the half round
>> rubber
>> front of the dash top and glue under the dash top?  When I took my
>> old one
>> apart the foam appeared to go over the half rounded rubber front but
>> the
>> dash had been redone by the PO at least once.  Thanks!
>>
>>
>> Healey-Archaeologist
>> Randy
>>
>> 63 BJ7
>> 66 Cobra replica
>> 06 Mini Cooper S
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
>> Healeys at autox.team.net
>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>>
>> You are subscribed as quenty at ntelos.net
>>
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Thu Jul 10 20:17:46 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 22:17:46 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-4 originality/assembly help please..
References: <000601c8e24f$73b53b90$2f01a8c0@deepthought42>
	<001701c8e291$72d3d640$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
	<38EE2FF242C5466B8C2DAFDEA7C702C4@PeterPC>
Message-ID: <00c401c8e2fc$4fb61c70$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

The above subject (pictures and all) has been placed on John Sim's site 
www.healey6.com   today for all to view.

Rich Chrysler


> G'day Rich
>
> Could you send those photos to me too? It's an area I've been pondering 
> recently
>
> Cheers
>
> Peter Linn
> Brisbane Oz

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Jul 10 20:28:25 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:28:25 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Colors esp two-tones
In-Reply-To: <ce2.32f8e88a.35a81876@aol.com>
References: <ce2.32f8e88a.35a81876@aol.com>
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F85A@itfexch5.central.det.win>

G'day Gary

I will take you up on your invitation to chime in.

We have a BJ7 in Australia that was built 1-6 March 1963 as a Home
Market car and delivered to the DHMC with blue trim, blue hood and
paintwork in primer. This is indicated on the BMIHT certificate.

At the DHMC it was then painted in midnight blue. This has been
confirmed with both Geoff and Brian Healey.

Hoo Roo


Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Editorgary at aol.com
Sent: Friday, 11 July 2008 11:59 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Colors esp two-tones

In a message dated 7/10/08 6:44:39 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


> My dad
> recalls being told that if they ordered a car, it could be painted any
> color or combination thereof, so long as the colors were in the BMC
> catalog.
>
That's sort of true, as I understand things. Dealers could and did make
minor
modifications to paint jobs to make a sale,* and obviously they would be
using BMC paints on their shelves, but -- welcome to have anyone chime
in on
this
to contradict me -- I have never encountered anyone who could show a
BMIHT
certificate that showed a Healey painted in any other colors or
combinations
except those on the blueprints -- which are what is reflected in the
Concours
Standards and our Restoration Guide.

* there is a BT7 in my local area owned now by the son of the original
owner,
that he (the son) recalls was originally primrose, and the dealer
painted the
side coves dark green before delivery because the father wanted it that
way.

Dealer painting of side coves was pretty   common, especially on the
BN2s.

BTW, btw -- if you do have your car painted two-tone, make sure that the
cove
paint starts at the lower break line, with the main color extending over
the
top break line and down into the cove.

Cheers
Gary




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From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Jul 10 20:40:38 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:40:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Rear Wheel Bearings
Message-ID: <4876C826.6060705@comcast.net>

Listers,


I just had a rear wheel bearing after approximately 80K miles.  Just 
curious, what lifespan are others getting from rear wheel bearings?


bs

-- 
*******************************************************************
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Jul 10 20:43:20 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:43:20 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Rear Wheel Bearings
In-Reply-To: <4876C826.6060705@comcast.net>
References: <4876C826.6060705@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4876C8C8.4030706@comcast.net>

Oops .. shoulda been "just had a rear wheel bearing FAIL after ..."


bs

Bob Spidell wrote:
> Listers,
>
>
> I just had a rear wheel bearing after approximately 80K miles.  Just 
> curious, what lifespan are others getting from rear wheel bearings?
>
>
> bs
>
>   


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From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 20:55:02 2008
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:55:02 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] [Mgs] Who Wants to Drive a Millionaire?
In-Reply-To: <074301c8e2f8$64740130$6501a8c0@shop>
References: <074301c8e2f8$64740130$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10807101955v5659f24fs2c3be9d3e1e2cdac@mail.gmail.com>

Best line in the article:
"Some sports cars, like the Corvette Z06, have been described as a ticket
waiting to happen. The Koenigsegg is like Guantanamo Bay waiting to happen."

On Thu, Jul 10, 2008 at 6:49 PM, Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com> wrote:

> Here you go, folks!!!!
>
> http://tinyurl.com/5v9o67
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From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Thu Jul 10 20:59:39 2008
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John & Kerry Rowe)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:59:39 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
References: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <45C9501E2E6C4ADC9A282F3AE56EFC66@rowe4323ef3cc5>

Jack
I imported 3 of these into Australia for myself and 2 colleagues from Norman 
Nock some years ago. Not expensive at the time and  assisted in solving all 
our overheating problems. If they do fail, unlike the original the stick in 
the open position so will not do any damage due to overheating. For some 
reason, car seams to run nicer too. I have tried to convince a number of 
owners her but gave up when head became too sore from bashing against the 
brick wall. You can only do so much!
John Rowe
Qld Australia

BN1
BT7
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jack Feldman" <qualitas.jack at gmail.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 9:19 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?


> Somewhere I read that the 3000 takes a special thermostat. I asked a
> representative of a LBC repair shop and he confirmed the information and
> gave me two part numbers. There were Stant 13358, and 13008. I went to my
> local NAPA store and they translated those part numbers into NAPA 169, and
> 170. Both of those thermostats looked exactly alike, and both were 180
> degree thermostats. The were so much alike I'm not even sure I got the
> correct part in the appropriate box.
>
> When I looked at them out of the box they just looked like any old
> thermostat.
>
> Do we really need a special thermostat? If the part numbers that were 
> given
> to me are correct, what is special about these thermostats?
>
> My MGC has a special thermostat, but the difference is obvious.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jack
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From Editorgary at aol.com  Thu Jul 10 21:05:54 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 23:05:54 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Colors esp two-tones
Message-ID: <c08.3eb8f3dd.35a82812@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/10/08 7:28:51 PM, Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au writes:


> 
> We have a BJ7 in Australia that was built 1-6 March 1963 as a Home
> Market car and delivered to the DHMC with blue trim, blue hood and
> paintwork in primer.
> 

Thanks; so noted. However, so far, it sounds like the exception that may 
prove the rule (that special ordering a one-off paint scheme from the factory, 
even in BMC colors, was rare to nonexistent): it was delivered in primer -- not 
painted to special order at the factory -- and was ordered by DHMC, which might 
be assumed to have had some influence at the factory. 
But, until we ask for specifics, we'll never know if there are any more 
exceptions..
Cheers
Gary


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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 21:26:09 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:26:09 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
In-Reply-To: <4876AD53.6040308@comcast.net>
References: <mailman.18389.1215646748.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<4876AD53.6040308@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807102026w5444e59fka2ffc2041ca39c47@mail.gmail.com>

Novy Sacz is pretty close to where my Slovak wife is from, just across the
Slovak border - it's the heart of ancient Polish culture in that area, which
is very similar to Slovak culture.  Thankfully by the time the Russians got
that far, WWII fighting was mostly over (the Germans had retreated to the
West or Berlin) so most of the medieval cities in this area have been
preserved.  Seeing these places have always made me wonder what Dresden was
like before the war - it was supposed to have been the one of the prettiest
city in Central Europe.

Driving on the roads in all this area also makes it esy to understand why
Tadek would want a classic Healey - the roads are made for running a classic
Healey in the countryside!

Alan

On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 8:46 AM, Kent McLean <kentmclean at comcast.net> wrote:

> Tadeusz Malkiewicz wrote:
>
> > Well,
> > I second this opinion - I like it here (Poland) very much.. :-)
> >
> > Kent, you should find out where he is..
>
>  From Thomas' father, "He's in nowy sacz...about 2 hours from krahow."
>
> Nowy Sacz?  I had to Google it.
> <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nowy_S%C4%85cz>

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Thu Jul 10 16:06:32 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:06:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100M inspection NY
In-Reply-To: <002a01c8e2a7$f2894f80$d79bee80$@com>
References: <487525D9.1020606@b2systems.com>
	<28f529ba0807091403i2f105649p3a794642352e9aa3@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0807092325w794640c2v1a21041f8513dbe7@mail.gmail.com>
	<002a01c8e2a7$f2894f80$d79bee80$@com>
Message-ID: <006701c8e2d9$3688e160$a39aa420$@com>

Thank you to all who replied... solution found.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Michael Salter
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 12:14 PM
To: 'Healey List'
Subject: [Healeys] 100M inspection NY

Is there anyone on the list in the Long Island NY area who would be
qualified and available to do pre purchase inspection on a 100M. happy t pay
for the service.

Michael Salter
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From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Thu Jul 10 21:35:30 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:35:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] front end knock
Message-ID: <004401c8e307$2b430d70$5201a8c0@Jim>

Alan Seigrist, you be da man!!!   you told me to check the lower A-arm
bolt/bushing to see if it had come off.  nothing was missing but did tighten
up the big nuts at the bottom of the arms and that stopped the knock.  it was
not very loose at all but 1/4 turn was enough to make the knock stop.  this
list is invaluable for all the "been there, done that" people who are willing
to pass along their knowledge.   healeymanjim

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 21:41:46 2008
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:41:46 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] [Mgs] Who Wants to Drive a Millionaire?
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10807101955v5659f24fs2c3be9d3e1e2cdac@mail.gmail.com>
References: <074301c8e2f8$64740130$6501a8c0@shop>
	<a3b984e10807101955v5659f24fs2c3be9d3e1e2cdac@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <471534970807102041p6b36fbf3wbbfb39d462ab075c@mail.gmail.com>

I thought the whole bit was nice, and I am happy to hear of a legal K in the US.

I so wish / fear driving a machine like this. I'm a huge fan of top
gear, and I remember watching the Stig run their last version w/out a
spoiler, and it was too much for him to handle.

Honestly. As much as I love the idea of cars like this, if I had 1
million I'd pay off my mortgage and buy a CV-8. Man that's a sexy
sedan that's under appreciated.

:)
Jody

On 7/10/08, Richard Ewald <richard.ewald at gmail.com> wrote:
> Best line in the article:
> "Some sports cars, like the Corvette Z06, have been described as a ticket
> waiting to happen. The Koenigsegg is like Guantanamo Bay waiting to happen."
>
> On Thu, Jul 10, 2008 at 6:49 PM, Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com> wrote:
>
> > Here you go, folks!!!!
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1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 21:55:22 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:55:22 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
In-Reply-To: <45C9501E2E6C4ADC9A282F3AE56EFC66@rowe4323ef3cc5>
References: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
	<45C9501E2E6C4ADC9A282F3AE56EFC66@rowe4323ef3cc5>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807102055lff4c1f5nbf41d99ef8891dbd@mail.gmail.com>

John -

Yes, I have this improved version of the sleeve thermostat and it works
great on my BJ8 in hot Hong Kong.  I bought it from Norman Nock about 5
years ago.  I wish they made more of them, all my cars would get them, but
you can at least get the British repro which is pretty good except when it
shuts closed when it fails.

Best,

Alan

On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 10:59 AM, John & Kerry Rowe <jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au>
wrote:

> Jack
> I imported 3 of these into Australia for myself and 2 colleagues from
> Norman
> Nock some years ago. Not expensive at the time and  assisted in solving all
> our overheating problems. If they do fail, unlike the original the stick in
> the open position so will not do any damage due to overheating. For some
> reason, car seams to run nicer too. I have tried to convince a number of
> owners her but gave up when head became too sore from bashing against the
> brick wall. You can only do so much!
> John Rowe
> Qld Australia
>
> BN1
> BT7
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jack Feldman" <qualitas.jack at gmail.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 9:19 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
>
>
> > Somewhere I read that the 3000 takes a special thermostat. I asked a
> > representative of a LBC repair shop and he confirmed the information and
> > gave me two part numbers. There were Stant 13358, and 13008. I went to my
> > local NAPA store and they translated those part numbers into NAPA 169,
> and
> > 170. Both of those thermostats looked exactly alike, and both were 180
> > degree thermostats. The were so much alike I'm not even sure I got the
> > correct part in the appropriate box.
> >
> > When I looked at them out of the box they just looked like any old
> > thermostat.
> >
> > Do we really need a special thermostat? If the part numbers that were
> > given
> > to me are correct, what is special about these thermostats?
> >
> > My MGC has a special thermostat, but the difference is obvious.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Jack
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 21:57:50 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:57:50 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] front end knock
In-Reply-To: <004401c8e307$2b430d70$5201a8c0@Jim>
References: <004401c8e307$2b430d70$5201a8c0@Jim>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807102057r310f96f9y5cb072a16626fae7@mail.gmail.com>

Jim -

Glad my suggestion worked!  Make sure the little nut on the bottom of the
kingpin is tight too - it tightens the fulcrum pin against the lower kingpin
link - this will help tighten up the suspension too.

Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 11:35 AM, James Shope <healeymanjim at hansencc.net>
wrote:

> Alan Seigrist, you be da man!!!   you told me to check the lower A-arm
> bolt/bushing to see if it had come off.  nothing was missing but did
> tighten
> up the big nuts at the bottom of the arms and that stopped the knock.  it
> was
> not very loose at all but 1/4 turn was enough to make the knock stop.  this
> list is invaluable for all the "been there, done that" people who are
> willing
> to pass along their knowledge.   healeymanjim
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 22:06:40 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:06:40 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] [Mgs] Who Wants to Drive a Millionaire?
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10807101955v5659f24fs2c3be9d3e1e2cdac@mail.gmail.com>
References: <074301c8e2f8$64740130$6501a8c0@shop>
	<a3b984e10807101955v5659f24fs2c3be9d3e1e2cdac@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807102106t60ad9641naedc2216c4c8750f@mail.gmail.com>

Guys -

The Koenigsegg (translation: king's egg?) may be Guantanamo Bay waiting to
happen, but the reality is the Atom is like implementing Mutually Assured
Destruction:

http://www.arielatom.com/

Fastest thing on four wheels you can drive on the road, ever.  It's actually
faster than a motorbike on the road provided there's a curve in it.  Best
part of all, it's not all that expensive.  It's the fastest car on the Track
that the Stig has ever driven.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 10:55 AM, Richard Ewald <richard.ewald at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Best line in the article:
> "Some sports cars, like the Corvette Z06, have been described as a ticket
> waiting to happen. The Koenigsegg is like Guantanamo Bay waiting to
> happen."

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Thu Jul 10 22:11:01 2008
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 21:11:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] [Mgs] Who Wants to Drive a Millionaire?
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807102106t60ad9641naedc2216c4c8750f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <074301c8e2f8$64740130$6501a8c0@shop>
	<a3b984e10807101955v5659f24fs2c3be9d3e1e2cdac@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0807102106t60ad9641naedc2216c4c8750f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <471534970807102111o4c05e356v11416ab1564ee08c@mail.gmail.com>

I had an invite to drive one of those, for only 20K.. heh

It's a ladder with a hyabusa inbetween. (or was).

Brilliant car for racing, but it's a different category than the Kon.

Jody

On 7/10/08, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:
> Guys -
>
> The Koenigsegg (translation: king's egg?) may be Guantanamo Bay waiting to
> happen, but the reality is the Atom is like implementing Mutually Assured
> Destruction:
>
> http://www.arielatom.com/
>
> Fastest thing on four wheels you can drive on the road, ever.  It's actually
> faster than a motorbike on the road provided there's a curve in it.  Best
> part of all, it's not all that expensive.  It's the fastest car on the Track
> that the Stig has ever driven.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
> On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 10:55 AM, Richard Ewald <richard.ewald at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
> > Best line in the article:
> > "Some sports cars, like the Corvette Z06, have been described as a ticket
> > waiting to happen. The Koenigsegg is like Guantanamo Bay waiting to
> > happen."
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1959 Studebaker Lark VIII Hot Rod
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on ebay!

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From Wilkmanracing at aol.com  Thu Jul 10 23:48:17 2008
From: Wilkmanracing at aol.com (Wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 01:48:17 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Colors esp two-tones
Message-ID: <c34.3872ff9a.35a84e21@aol.com>

I have heard that all Healeys came to the dealer in one color and that the  
second color was always added by the dealer.  Is this true?
 
Bill Wilkman



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From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Thu Jul 10 23:51:47 2008
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John & Kerry Rowe)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:51:47 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] front end knock
References: <004401c8e307$2b430d70$5201a8c0@Jim>
	<ff59076c0807102057r310f96f9y5cb072a16626fae7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <12A3C7DAD235462585451905F4F0EB6D@rowe4323ef3cc5>

Alan
I have noticed this problem with my BT7 also-one of the large nuts seems to 
work loose after a while. Even tightening up the cotter pins does not seem 
to help. 1st noticed very loose, 2nd time probably 1/2 turn
Must look further into it
Cheers John
BN1
BT7
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
To: "healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 11, 2008 1:57 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] front end knock


> Jim -
>
> Glad my suggestion worked!  Make sure the little nut on the bottom of the
> kingpin is tight too - it tightens the fulcrum pin against the lower 
> kingpin
> link - this will help tighten up the suspension too.
>
> Best,
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
> On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 11:35 AM, James Shope <healeymanjim at hansencc.net>
> wrote:
>
>> Alan Seigrist, you be da man!!!   you told me to check the lower A-arm
>> bolt/bushing to see if it had come off.  nothing was missing but did
>> tighten
>> up the big nuts at the bottom of the arms and that stopped the knock.  it
>> was
>> not very loose at all but 1/4 turn was enough to make the knock stop. 
>> this
>> list is invaluable for all the "been there, done that" people who are
>> willing
>> to pass along their knowledge.   healeymanjim

From peter.svilans at rogers.com  Fri Jul 11 04:07:56 2008
From: peter.svilans at rogers.com (Peter Svilans)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:07:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] dash top padding question.
Message-ID: <00bd01c8e33d$fdd16d50$6500a8c0@9535DEE118EC44B>

< The BJ7 dash top is a whole different animal to the BN7 roadster model.>

Yes it is, in shape.  Otherwise it was trimmed exactly as the earlier
roadsters, ie: thin brown 1/8" felt wrapped around the front of the 'D' rubber
and over the top of the dash, smoothing the sharp corner joint between rubber
and plywood.  The BJ7 interior was basically a traditional roadster one,
adapted to suit the new glass and weather equipment, with methods and
materials remaining the same.

Trimming for the BJ8 got a major revision, becoming a windfall for the sheet
foam suppliers.  The new model made extensive use of different thicknesses of
foam sheeting everywhere throughout the new interior.   Thin 1/8" foam was
used in place of the 1/8" brown felt used for the past decade on the dashtop,
cushion edges and front seat squab back panels.  Foam sheet was now found
under the vinyl covered rear deck between the seat pans, under the folding
rear seat back and under the console vinyl.   Seating pleats lost their
rounded look as  flat foam was now used in the pleating as well as in the door
panels,  replacing the traditional cotton wadding.  Front seat squabs also got
an additional full-width foam sheet under the normal Dunlopillo rubber to pad
them out more than the slim roadster seats, as well as the new foam 'D' insert
in the front.

Best
Peter

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Fri Jul 11 06:24:32 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:24:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
In-Reply-To: <004EDC13-763B-4EC4-8742-5DDFA99F101E@sbcglobal.net>
References: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
	<004EDC13-763B-4EC4-8742-5DDFA99F101E@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807110524t29ff7162yb86d12d94cdf74d6@mail.gmail.com>

What would happen if you just removed the thermostat during the summer?

- Tom


On Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 7:39 PM, David Nock <healeydoc at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> Neither one of these it the correct one for a Healey. The Healey
> requires a sleeved thermostat and they are not available at any of
> your local parts houses. There needs to be a sleeve that closes off
> the water bypass in the head. The MGC has a bypass on the bottom that
> is closed off when the thermostat opens.
>
>
>
> David Nock
> British Car Specialists
> Stockton Ca 95205
> 209-948-8767
>
> www.britishcarspecialists.com
> .
> .
>
> On Jul 9, 2008, at 4:19 PM, Jack Feldman wrote:
>
> > Somewhere I read that the 3000 takes a special thermostat. I asked a
> > representative of a LBC repair shop and he confirmed the
> > information and
> > gave me two part numbers. There were Stant 13358, and 13008. I went
> > to my
> > local NAPA store and they translated those part numbers into NAPA
> > 169, and
> > 170. Both of those thermostats looked exactly alike, and both were 180
> > degree thermostats. The were so much alike I'm not even sure I got the
> > correct part in the appropriate box.
> >
> > When I looked at them out of the box they just looked like any old
> > thermostat.
> >
> > Do we really need a special thermostat? If the part numbers that
> > were given
> > to me are correct, what is special about these thermostats?
> >
> > My MGC has a special thermostat, but the difference is obvious.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Jack
> > _______________________________________________
> > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Fri Jul 11 08:05:07 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 07:05:07 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] used parts needed
Message-ID: <C49CB6A3.282E2%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

Would like to buy the following parts used, all for BJ8-HD8 carbs:

Choke Cables & Splitter block assy
Carb brackets where cables end
Carb trunnion (1 only)
Accelerator Spindle--this is throttle shaft running parallel on top of
manifold
Carb heat shield
Carb insulating blocks (2)

If you have any of these, please email me off-list.

Thanks in advance.
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Jul 11 08:21:38 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 22:21:38 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
In-Reply-To: <d9b7a14d0807110524t29ff7162yb86d12d94cdf74d6@mail.gmail.com>
References: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
	<004EDC13-763B-4EC4-8742-5DDFA99F101E@sbcglobal.net>
	<d9b7a14d0807110524t29ff7162yb86d12d94cdf74d6@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807110721h72b24e36qfc76c56d72d6a5a6@mail.gmail.com>

Errrm.... Nuthin?

Actually you want the tstat in there to warm up the motor faster
otherwise u'll wear out yer moter.

Alan




On 7/11/08, T W <ah3000me at gmail.com> wrote:
> What would happen if you just removed the thermostat during the summer?
>
> - Tom
>
>
> On Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 7:39 PM, David Nock <healeydoc at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
>
>> Neither one of these it the correct one for a Healey. The Healey
>> requires a sleeved thermostat and they are not available at any of
>> your local parts houses. There needs to be a sleeve that closes off
>> the water bypass in the head. The MGC has a bypass on the bottom that
>> is closed off when the thermostat opens.
>>
>>
>>
>> David Nock
>> British Car Specialists
>> Stockton Ca 95205
>> 209-948-8767
>>
>> www.britishcarspecialists.com
>> .
>> .
>>
>> On Jul 9, 2008, at 4:19 PM, Jack Feldman wrote:
>>
>> > Somewhere I read that the 3000 takes a special thermostat. I asked a
>> > representative of a LBC repair shop and he confirmed the
>> > information and
>> > gave me two part numbers. There were Stant 13358, and 13008. I went
>> > to my
>> > local NAPA store and they translated those part numbers into NAPA
>> > 169, and
>> > 170. Both of those thermostats looked exactly alike, and both were 180
>> > degree thermostats. The were so much alike I'm not even sure I got the
>> > correct part in the appropriate box.
>> >
>> > When I looked at them out of the box they just looked like any old
>> > thermostat.
>> >
>> > Do we really need a special thermostat? If the part numbers that
>> > were given
>> > to me are correct, what is special about these thermostats?
>> >
>> > My MGC has a special thermostat, but the difference is obvious.
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>> >
>> > Jack
>> > _______________________________________________
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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Fri Jul 11 08:40:33 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:40:33 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] My BN2
Message-ID: <000301c8e364$13467b00$0200a8c0@tm4>

Well,

Alan is doing great PR for Poland, so I can't add too much.. But while he is
there, he should visit Krakow - the old capital of Poland. It's pretty close
and worth seeing. He should _not_ go to Warsaw - business like and pretty
terrible.. (I might be biased though, as I come from the south :-)

Great mountains there too..

If I can be of help, please let me know.

Tadek

Message: 14
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:26:09 +0800
From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 
To: "Kent McLean" <kentmclean at comcast.net>
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Message-ID:
	<ff59076c0807102026w5444e59fka2ffc2041ca39c47 at mail.gmail.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

Novy Sacz is pretty close to where my Slovak wife is from, just across the
Slovak border - it's the heart of ancient Polish culture in that area, which
is very similar to Slovak culture.  Thankfully by the time the Russians got
that far, WWII fighting was mostly over (the Germans had retreated to the
West or Berlin) so most of the medieval cities in this area have been
preserved.  Seeing these places have always made me wonder what Dresden was
like before the war - it was supposed to have been the one of the prettiest
city in Central Europe.

Driving on the roads in all this area also makes it esy to understand why
Tadek would want a classic Healey - the roads are made for running a classic
Healey in the countryside!

Alan

From rd_parker at juno.com  Fri Jul 11 09:06:45 2008
From: rd_parker at juno.com (Robert PARKER)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:06:45 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Scrap Wheels Needed.
Message-ID: <20080711.080646.620.0.rd_parker@juno.com>

Gentlemen & Ladies,
I am in need of 4 scrapped wires for a project I am working on. They must
be able to fit my '61 BT& 4 seater. The hubs must be in shape enough to
slide on the vehicle; the wires and outside rim can be junk. 
Thanks for anyones help,
Bob.
'61
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From Warthodson at aol.com  Fri Jul 11 09:15:55 2008
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:15:55 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] newsletter software
Message-ID: <c3e.290d384f.35a8d32b@aol.com>

We have a new member who has volunteered to produce our local Healey club  
newsletter. We are interested in purchasing a software package to  assist him in 
the production of the newsletter. What do you recommend that  runs on 
Microsoft & is reasonably easy to learn to use & also is  flexable & creative?
Gary Hodson
 



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From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Fri Jul 11 09:23:50 2008
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:23:50 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] newsletter software
In-Reply-To: <c3e.290d384f.35a8d32b@aol.com>
References: <c3e.290d384f.35a8d32b@aol.com>
Message-ID: <471534970807110823r434b2dc3u522412e03f4f3cd4@mail.gmail.com>

Microsoft Publisher

Though, you could probably do it in Word.

On 7/11/08, Warthodson at aol.com <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:
> We have a new member who has volunteered to produce our local Healey club
> newsletter. We are interested in purchasing a software package to  assist him in
> the production of the newsletter. What do you recommend that  runs on
> Microsoft & is reasonably easy to learn to use & also is  flexable & creative?
> Gary Hodson
>
>
>
>
> **************Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music
> scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com!
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1953 Studebaker Champion
1959 Studebaker Lark VIII Hot Rod
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on ebay!

"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn
from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent
disinclination to do so."
--Douglas Adams

From 57healey at gmail.com  Fri Jul 11 09:53:45 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:53:45 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] newsletter software
In-Reply-To: <471534970807110823r434b2dc3u522412e03f4f3cd4@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c3e.290d384f.35a8d32b@aol.com>
	<471534970807110823r434b2dc3u522412e03f4f3cd4@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807110853t5cd5d415q32b61bc332256d8f@mail.gmail.com>

You could download the free Scribus publisher and see if it works for him.

http://www.scribus.net/index.php?name=Sections&req=viewarticle&artid=2&page=1

Patton

On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 10:23 AM, Jody Kerr <jodyfkerr at gmail.com> wrote:
> Microsoft Publisher
>
> Though, you could probably do it in Word.
>
> On 7/11/08, Warthodson at aol.com <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:
>> We have a new member who has volunteered to produce our local Healey club
>> newsletter. We are interested in purchasing a software package to  assist him in
>> the production of the newsletter. What do you recommend that  runs on
>> Microsoft & is reasonably easy to learn to use & also is  flexable & creative?
>> Gary Hodson
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> **************Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music
>> scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com!
>> (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus00050000000112)
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
>> Healeys at autox.team.net
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>>
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>>
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>
>
> --
> http://www.theymightberacing.com/
> 1953 Studebaker Champion
> 1959 Studebaker Lark VIII Hot Rod
> 1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
> http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on ebay!
>
> "Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn
> from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent
> disinclination to do so."
> --Douglas Adams
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1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From ghess4 at cox.net  Fri Jul 11 11:37:49 2008
From: ghess4 at cox.net (Ghess4)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:37:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Scam alert
Message-ID: <EA03EEBC8A7E474EAA8C35A62356BF7B@GalePC>

Be Careful - A 'heads up' for those men who may be regular Home Depot
customers.

Over the last month I became a victim of a clever scam while out shopping.
Simply going out to get supplies has turned out to be quite traumatic. Don't
be naive enough to think it couldn't happen to you or your friends.

Here's how the scam works:

Two very attractive 23-24 year-old girls come over to your car as you are
packing
your shopping into the trunk. They both start wiping your windshield with a
rag and Windex, with their breasts almost falling out of their skimpy
T-shirts.
It is impossible not to look.

When you thank them and offer them a tip, they say 'No' and instead ask you
for a ride to another Home Depot. You agree and they get in the backseat. On
the way, they start undressing. Then one of them climbs over into the front
seat and starts crawling all over you, while the other one steals your
wallet.

I had my wallet stolen May 4th, 9th, 10th, twice on the 15th, 17th, 20th,
24th & 29th. Also Jun1st, 4th, twice on the 8th, 16th, 23rd, 26th, &
three times yesterday and very likely again this upcoming weekend.

So tell your friends to be careful.


P.S. Walmart has wallets on sale 2.99 each

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Fri Jul 11 14:34:17 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:34:17 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] High Res or Not
In-Reply-To: <cf0.35ec4ef9.3576fc9f@aol.com>
References: <cf0.35ec4ef9.3576fc9f@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4877C3C9.5080303@pacbell.net>

Gary, etc.,

A belated thanks for pointing out the error of my thinking.

Bill

Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 6/3/08 6:47:31 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:
>
>
>   
>> Hi Patrick,
>>
>> I totally agree with Earl.  If SWMBO can fill up a card that quickly,
>> the resolution is way too high.  Mine is set even lower than Earl's
>> because I get about 5000 images on a two gig card.  Yet the resolution
>> is fine for printing 3 X 5 glossy pics.
>>
>> Buy a couple of more cards and if she can use up 15,000 pics, please
>> send me my tickets and I shall be happy to be your professional
>> photographer. :-)
>>
>> Bill Barnett
>> '53 BN1
>>
>>     
>
> No, no, no.   Never shoot low res, because you never know when you're going
> to get that photo of a lifetime. Nothing pains me more than to have to tell
> someone that the fantastic, beautiful pic of his Healey or whatever that he
> just
> sent me "that looks great on the screen" isn't sufficient for printing (which
> means it also isn't sharp enough to print and frame).
> Shooting jpeg at today's standard of four to eight mb will give you
> portrait/wall quality stuff, and you should still be able to get several
> hundred on a
> couple of 2 gig cards.
> Some tricks: keep in mind that the more you shoot, the more you have to look
> at. If you're coming home with more than a few hundred shots, you'll spend
> more time sorting through them than you spent on the vacation.
> Feel free to shoot, but then whenever you're sitting somewhere doing nothing,
> sort through the pics on the camera and delete the finger and foot shots, the
> low light ones, the ones with shutter shake, and the ones with junk in them
> (eyes closed, pedestrian in background, poorly framed, etc). That way, when
> you
> get home, you have only the keepers.
> have a nice vaca.
> Cheers
> gary
>
>
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From kags at shaw.ca  Fri Jul 11 15:34:21 2008
From: kags at shaw.ca (Earl Kagna)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:34:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BN7 post to list
Message-ID: <000601c8e39d$e20c0bb0$8c116c18@computer>

Gentlemen:

A friend of mine is selling his BN7 tri-carb (topshift - 1962).  This car
has had a full, proper restoration recently - it was a very good car to
begin with - no real deterioration, all original body panels have been
retained.  Same the owner for the last 28 years.  A factory original
refurbished 2-seat hard-top is part of the deal.  Ads will appear in the 2
national magazines shortly - this is a bit of a heads up for list members
and any of their aquaintances that might have an interest.

I would rate this car as one of the very best 2-seat top-shift tricarbs in
existence, certainly in the best half dozen cars that I know of.  The
restoration is concours quality, although concours was not a priority when
the car was under construction.  The original factory paint and trim colours
have been retained.  I would guess that no more than 1500 miles have been
driven since the car was put back on the road.

This is a rare Healey and a real opportunity for some interested party to
own one of these already done  up.  Any interested parties should e-mail me
off list, and I will make the proper connections.

Earl Kagna
Victoria, B.C.
BT7 tri-carb
BJ8

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Fri Jul 11 15:55:52 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 17:55:52 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Colors esp two-tones
References: <c34.3872ff9a.35a84e21@aol.com>
Message-ID: <009d01c8e3a0$e37f1c50$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Bill, et al,

This is not true. There were regular production occurances of two tone cars 
done on the production line. Of course many more were two tones later on at 
the dealer's to further enhance sales.

Rich Chrysler
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <Wilkmanracing at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 11, 2008 1:48 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Colors esp two-tones


>I have heard that all Healeys came to the dealer in one color and that the
> second color was always added by the dealer.  Is this true?
>
> Bill Wilkman
>
>
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From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Fri Jul 11 16:39:09 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:39:09 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] The Mad Dash- part 1
Message-ID: <786899.38608.qm@web83904.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Wendy Gibbs our traveling companion traveling in "Franklin" our Bugeye 
writes
of the trip from San Diego to Chicago. The 3 day trip was necessary 
to meet
their flight schedule back to Australia.
Bob



The sprint from San Diego to
Chigago  2100 miles in 3 days (3360km)

We were up at 3.30 to leave by 4am.
The weather was cool to start as is the San Diego weather in general. By 6.30
we were back in Barstow Mecca of the Mojave with what seemed half of the
poplulation of San Diego. It was Friday July 4th and many many many folk were
heading for Las Vegas Nevada for the long weekend. We'd made it here with =
gallon to spare.

Next stop was Las Vegas North for gas. Yet another mere 170
miles under our wheels. while the lads filled the cars with gas and checked
them over, Pat and i escaped into the air conditioned shop to buy
supplies...like Gatorade and water as it was getting seriously hot by now. In
the little service station shop full of groceries were half a dozen poker
machines. Pat and I put $1 through each winning a total of $3.50. To serve our
pennance for gambling the lads actually let us drive for  a while.

By the
time we got to Mesquite Nevada, a further 70 miles down the road Pat and I
were nursing the cars driving by temperature gauge not speedo. We stopped at a
Maccas in what little shade there was. Everyone was too hot to eat at first
which was probably just as well because by the time the lads got to the front
of the line to order, the heat stroke we were all starting to suffer was
settling in the cooler indoor climate.

Lookout Utah here we come!

Ian took
the lead as Franklin was having the most difficulty with the heat. We lost
sight of Bob nd Pat in the rear vision mirror so we pulled off at exit 40 and
waited under the freeway in the shade for them to catch up. It seems that the
BT7 was having problems with fuel vapour lock.

By 7.55pm all of us had had
enough for the day. It was 100 degrees still at Green River Utah, there was a
Comfort Inn and restaurant that was still open across the road. After a great
meal we headed back to the motel on foot. It was till 98 degrees. The 4th of
July fireworks started but none of us had the strength to get out of bed to go
look.

As a side note between us Ian and I consumed 1 gallon (4 litres) of
Gatorade and 2 gallons of water today.

Continued in Part 2

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Fri Jul 11 16:46:18 2008
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 18:46:18 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] newsletter software
Message-ID: <cdc.3084a8e7.35a93cba@aol.com>

Gary--
 
I write the Capital Area's newsletter in Publisher which is a Microsoft  
product and is quite intuitive if you are familiar with Windows, then distill it  
into a pdf document and send it out to our members via our Yahoo list  serve.  
Unless folks have Publisher (not many people do as it is generally  a part of 
Office Suite) they will not be able to open a pub file written in  it.
 
Best--Michael Oritt
----------------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
 
In a message dated 7/11/2008 11:20:10 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
Warthodson at aol.com writes:

We have  a new member who has volunteered to produce our local Healey club   
newsletter. We are interested in purchasing a software package to   assist 
him in 
the production of the newsletter. What do you recommend  that  runs on 
Microsoft & is reasonably easy to learn to use  & also is  flexable & 
creative?
Gary  Hodson




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From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Fri Jul 11 17:09:32 2008
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John Rowe)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 09:09:32 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?
In-Reply-To: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904DA0@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
References: <48720d20807091619s67f8450cy91b75307a4eaab65@mail.gmail.com>
	<45C9501E2E6C4ADC9A282F3AE56EFC66@rowe4323ef3cc5>
	<0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904DA0@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
Message-ID: <839008BEF927424185FED22A464E70B2@Johnlaptop>

Ken
Had no problems whatsoever-Maybe you had an airlock somewhere
John
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Freese, Ken" <Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com>
To: "John & Kerry Rowe" <jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au>
Sent: Friday, July 11, 2008 11:45 PM
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?


John,
When I tried one, it made my temp gage flutter! If you have not had that
problem, maybe I will try again. Perhaps there was physical contact with
the gage bulb?
Ken 

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of John & Kerry Rowe
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 8:00 PM
To: Jack Feldman
Cc: Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?

Jack
I imported 3 of these into Australia for myself and 2 colleagues from
Norman Nock some years ago. Not expensive at the time and  assisted in
solving all our overheating problems. If they do fail, unlike the
original the stick in the open position so will not do any damage due to
overheating. For some reason, car seams to run nicer too. I have tried
to convince a number of owners her but gave up when head became too sore
from bashing against the brick wall. You can only do so much!
John Rowe
Qld Australia

BN1
BT7
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jack Feldman" <qualitas.jack at gmail.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 9:19 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Proper Thermostat for a BT7?


> Somewhere I read that the 3000 takes a special thermostat. I asked a
> representative of a LBC repair shop and he confirmed the information
and
> gave me two part numbers. There were Stant 13358, and 13008. I went to
my
> local NAPA store and they translated those part numbers into NAPA 169,
and
> 170. Both of those thermostats looked exactly alike, and both were 180
> degree thermostats. The were so much alike I'm not even sure I got the
> correct part in the appropriate box.
>
> When I looked at them out of the box they just looked like any old
> thermostat.
>
> Do we really need a special thermostat? If the part numbers that were 
> given
> to me are correct, what is special about these thermostats?
>
> My MGC has a special thermostat, but the difference is obvious.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jack
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From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Fri Jul 11 17:18:46 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:18:46 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] The Mad Dash - part 2
Message-ID: <886387.93502.qm@web83913.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

July 5th  saw us leaving the hotel by 4.30  we gave ourselves an extra =
hour sleep in. It was a very pleasant 80 degrees. Our next stop was for gas.
I'd never seen this before but there you go... Ian took the nozzle from the
bowser and it had been left locked in the On position which meant that both
Franklin and I were sprayed with petrol. Ok, you're thinking Hmmm nasty !
Right? But wait there's more, the attendant then comes out with a small cup of
absorbent stuff to cover the spill with a lit cigarette in his hand!!!!! I kid
you not!!!!.

The change in scenery has been amazing and spectacular. From the
San Diego fog  no sorry we were too early for that  to the desert heat
extremes. To  little scrubby vegetation to grassy green slopes with healthy
looking trees and cows
Colorado is just beautiful. We had to stop and put our
jumpers on and then stopped just outside of Denver for gas. Lunch was at a
place called Julesburg. The gas stations air con wasn't working very well but
the food was good and the cool drinks kept coming. Yes we were back in desert
Grand Canyon geography again.

Nebraska is a good 10 degrees cooler than
Colorado, probably because we were running along next to a river. we stopped
in Kearney for gas and Pat discovered a nail in one of Bob's tyres. We were
advised by the station attendant that Wal mart Tyres might be still open. It's
now 6pm and God bless Walmart they were still open for emergency repairs. By
8pm we were back on the road again.

We stopped at Hasting Holiday Inn for a
room but they were not offering any discounts so we motored on. In a small
town of York another 40 miles or so up the road they were offering 20%
discount plus a BONUS score of a Starbucks next door.

From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Fri Jul 11 17:19:47 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:19:47 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] The Mad Dash - part 3
Message-ID: <783062.56289.qm@web83901.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Sunday 6th July

The Comfort inn had waffle making facilities so i had
to have a play with that for breakfast. Our time out this moring was 7.10am.
Well, we can make it home from here, no need to be quite so hard on ourselves.
Actually, I was feeling pretty shell shocked this morning  dehydration, not
ready to go home yet, wanting to stay and play a bit longer....

We caught up
with a traffic jam in Iowa just by De Soto John Wayne's birthplace. Had lunch
in Coralville after stopping for gas.  Avis would love this family restaurant
 Perkins. They serve breakfast all day, that's all they do.

We stopped again
27 miles east of Le Claire as Franklins oil gauge was getting shakey  a sign
that the oil level is getting seriously low. Franklins oil leak had been
getting progressively worse.

At 5.45pm we pulled into the 28W755 Forestview
St, Warrenville Illinois. The Cubs had won the best of three matches against
the St Louis Cardinals and all was well with the world.

I'm writing this last
piece on Thursday 10th July from our hotel room in Seoul South Korea. Where we
finished our journey in Chicago we were on a plane at lunchtime on Monday,
flew 12 hours to Seoul, checked into the hotel, pressed the electronic Do Not
Disturb sign have only now woken up enough to make any clear sense of the
tremendous feat we have achieved.

Thank you Bob, Pat and Ian for making it
all possible.

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Fri Jul 11 17:53:38 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:53:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award
In-Reply-To: <25633446.1215450777047.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <25633446.1215450777047.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <4877F282.8010700@pacbell.net>

That would be our club, The Austin-Healey Association (of Southern 
California).

It was a great time with excellent Healey driving weather!

Bill Barnett
'53 BN1 #663

John H wrote:
> Those who went to Conclave:
>
> Who won the DMH Commemorative Award at Conclave?
>
> ....and congratulations to the Chapter that did!!
>
> TIA
>
> John Homonek
> President, Atlanta Chapter AHCA
> 1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen-Healey
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From Editorgary at aol.com  Fri Jul 11 19:21:44 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:21:44 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Two-tones
Message-ID: <c6b.36c1c1b1.35a96128@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/11/08 7:23:40 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


> I have heard that all Healeys came to the dealer in one color and that the 
> second color was always added by the dealer.  Is this true?
>
> Bill Wilkman
>
No, it isn't true. However, as noted earlier, painting the second color at
the dealer was something that was frequently done to move the metal when the
LeMans kit was introduced and the 100M was shown at all the auto shows as a
means
to help dealers sell the BN1s that were gathering dust on their lots.
This tended to carry over with later Healeys as well. Dealers would often
order monotone cars and then add the second color to suit the owner.
But many (most? - who knows) duotone cars did come from the factory painted
that way.
Cheers
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From CAWS52803 at aol.com  Fri Jul 11 19:22:44 2008
From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:22:44 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] DMH Award-Some History
Message-ID: <d24.2a7b0d56.35a96164@aol.com>

Just a bit of history on the DMH award. 
Back when I was a lot younger in the year 1989 for the Conclave at Niagara, I 
was contacted by Conclave chairmen Paul Jordan and John Lomax.  In respect 
and to honor Donald who had passed away, there should be a Memorial Trophy.  I 
called Bic Healey in England to get his blessing, which of course he did, 
saying it just must be a tasteful award.
Using the pewter model of Walt Blanck's 100, I had it embedded in a large 
Lucite column and mounted on a wooden block.  Then I had them etch the words on 
the reverse side.  It arrived at my home just weeks before Conclave.  I checked 
it over carefully to see that Healey was spelt correctly only to find the 
middle initial was an N.  How could it be corrected in time?  The company removed 
about 1/8" of the entire rear face of the Lucite and recarved it correctly.  
It arrived back in my hands with only days to spare.
It has been interesting to see how it has moved around the country, with even 
my old Region, the Northeast winning once.  Maybe it will return to Canada 
next year when Conclave is in Ontario.
Rudy Streng
Lenoir, NC 
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From ah3000me at gmail.com  Fri Jul 11 19:26:21 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:26:21 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey sighting
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807111826n48afc5f7j4ba9013aebde730f@mail.gmail.com>

Anyone on the list driving a Bugeye south on Pleasant Street in Brunswick,
ME this afternoon?

- Tom

From CAWS52803 at aol.com  Fri Jul 11 19:39:44 2008
From: CAWS52803 at aol.com (CAWS52803 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:39:44 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Scam alert
Message-ID: <d13.1278db52.35a96560@aol.com>

So, who is the scammer? You or them?
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From medlabinc at msn.com  Fri Jul 11 22:15:21 2008
From: medlabinc at msn.com (Dick Matson)
Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:15:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: GPS
Message-ID: <BAY109-DAV12CC4D6DA2DB23588516A8A2930@phx.gbl>

Thanks to all who responded.  

Turns out the Garmin 260W Nuvi - and all the
Nuvi series I understand - can be set up with the map oriented ' up is north'.
That means at any time the vehicle icon on the screen would be oriented same
as a compass bearing.  Cool.


Dick Matson / Bj8 / Cashmere, WA


PS:
Healey sighting in Wenatchee, WA on Sunday.  Healey blue, top down, heading
north out of Wenatchee on 97A 


----- Original Message ----- 
From: Dick
Matson<mailto:medlabinc at msn.com> 
To: AustinHealey
List<mailto:healeys at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 5:20 AM
Subject: GPS


In addition to the map, distance to next turn, time in route
can ie Garmin GPS screens show selectable other information simultaneously -
like compass heading and current speed.

Dick Matson / Bj8 / Cashmere, WA

From philritten at aol.com  Fri Jul 11 22:39:32 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:39:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 misfire and low oil pressure
Message-ID: <8CAB1F069B4EE7A-142C-11D7@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>

I recently purchased a 58 100-6. It runs wonderfully on cool days, however recently we had a 105 degree day and I noticed that the usually smooth sound coming from the tail pipes had a "puff" sound in it on occasion. However, the next morning it ran fine and has since. Today, I took it on a short drive on the freeway and pushed it a bit. When I got home the "puffing" noise was back and the oil pressure had dropped to 20 from the normal 50. Any thoughts? Could it be rings?

Thanks

From Editorgary at aol.com  Fri Jul 11 23:09:51 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 01:09:51 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Walmart Tires
Message-ID: <ca2.34b2b1bb.35a9969f@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/11/08 9:18:09 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


> Wal mart Tyres might be still open. It's
> now 6pm and God bless Walmart they were still open for emergency repairs. By
> 8pm we were back on the road again.
> 

I think that's at least the third party on the way to or from San Diego that 
bought a replacement tire at the Walmart. Who knew? And they're open seven 
days a week and well into the evening. Anyone else?
Cheers
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From larryrph at sbcglobal.net  Sat Jul 12 05:22:45 2008
From: larryrph at sbcglobal.net (Lawrence Wysocki)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 04:22:45 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 misfire and low oil pressure
In-Reply-To: <8CAB1F069B4EE7A-142C-11D7@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <791956.92769.qm@web83403.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Sounds like an ignition problem!  Check the distributor, spark plugs, wires, rotor, timing etc.
   
  Larry Wysocki
   
  BN 6

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul 12 05:29:09 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:29:09 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 misfire and low oil pressure
In-Reply-To: <8CAB1F069B4EE7A-142C-11D7@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CAB1F069B4EE7A-142C-11D7@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807120429l1e826a36w290f158fa2105a66@mail.gmail.com>

Phil -

There could be several causes of this, most of them quite minor.  Bad rings
won't cause puffing sounds per se, but just puff blue smoke, so I doubt it's
your rings.

My general guess on this is when you car gets really hot, and if your
carburetors haven't been rebuilt in a while, the brass throttle shaft in the
carb will likely be worn - when it gets hot the gap on the shaft will get
quite a bit bigger and allow fresh air to get in to the mixture, causing the
car to run lean and possibly causing your puffing.  Also, if the idle
changes when hot (usually if it slows down or dies) this is likely your
problem.  The only way to fix it is to have your throttle shaft bushes
redone by an SU carb specialist.

The other potential cause is vapor lock - If I recall the fuel pump on the
100-6 is over the exhaust pipes.  the best fix is to put header tape over
the pipes for the part under the fuel pump - this will help keep your fuel
pump cool on hot days.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Sat, Jul 12, 2008 at 12:39 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:

> I recently purchased a 58 100-6. It runs wonderfully on cool days, however
> recently we had a 105 degree day and I noticed that the usually smooth sound
> coming from the tail pipes had a "puff" sound in it on occasion. However,
> the next morning it ran fine and has since. Today, I took it on a short
> drive on the freeway and pushed it a bit. When I got home the "puffing"
> noise was back and the oil pressure had dropped to 20 from the normal 50.
> Any thoughts? Could it be rings?
>
> Thanks
> _______________________________________________

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Sat Jul 12 06:57:05 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 08:57:05 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Walmart Tires
References: <ca2.34b2b1bb.35a9969f@aol.com>
Message-ID: <010501c8e41e$c99e5d90$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

This begs the question....what make and size tire for a Healey was available 
at Walmart? And with the likelihood of wire wheels, somebody at a Walmart 
actually knew how to handle and install tubes?

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <Editorgary at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, July 12, 2008 1:09 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Walmart Tires


> In a message dated 7/11/08 9:18:09 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
> writes:
>
>
>> Wal mart Tyres might be still open. It's
>> now 6pm and God bless Walmart they were still open for emergency repairs. 
>> By
>> 8pm we were back on the road again.
>>
>
> I think that's at least the third party on the way to or from San Diego 
> that
> bought a replacement tire at the Walmart. Who knew? And they're open seven
> days a week and well into the evening. Anyone else?
> Cheers
> gary
>
>
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From pennell at cox.net  Sat Jul 12 07:40:40 2008
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 9:40:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Walmart Tires
In-Reply-To: <010501c8e41e$c99e5d90$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <20080712094040.XENHQ.28916.imail@eastrmwml23.mgt.cox.net>

And how about the balancing of said wheels and tires?

Keith Pennell

> This begs the question....what make and size tire for a Healey was available 
> at Walmart? And with the likelihood of wire wheels, somebody at a Walmart 
> actually knew how to handle and install tubes?
> 
> Rich Chrysler

From pennell at cox.net  Sat Jul 12 07:45:22 2008
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 9:45:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Burbling exhaust
In-Reply-To: <BLU107-W39BDBF8A85D641B2448037B3BB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <20080712094522.NUKXB.28940.imail@eastrmwml23.mgt.cox.net>

Earl and Gary,

Well the car passed your test Earl but failed Gary's.  It would pull in 4th just fine.  The only way I was able to get it to pull off from a start in 4th was on a slight incline.

Keith

> When I bought my first BJ8, new from a dealer in the late 60's, I was told
> that in perfect tune, you could start the car, in 4th gear direct, no foot on
> the clutch or accelerator and she would pull away from that dead stop with no
> pressure on the accelerator.  I tried it once, and decided that my car was not
> in perfect tune!
> GsryB
> 
> > Date: Sun, 1 Jun 2008 21:42:06 -0700
> > From: kags at shaw.ca
> > To: pennell at cox.net; healeys at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] Burbling exhaust
> >
> > Keith:
> >
> > Sounds like eveything is perfect - that's what a big Healey should sound
> > like when it's in good tune.  Of course, you just might have to drive it a
> > lot all summer to confirm  ----------!
> >
> > A wise old Healey mechanic once told me that if the engine is stock and
> > properly tuned, it will pull smoothly from 1000 RPM in 4th gear (overdrive
> > not engaged) on level ground with moderate throttle.  Carb mixture setting
> > is particularly critical with this test - it has to be perfect.  I've tried
> > it on my Healeys - it's a pretty good indicator of the state of the engine's
> > tune.
> >
> > If you try it, let us know how it goes.
> >
> > Earl Kagna
> > Victoria, B.C.
> > BT7 tri-carb
> > BJ8

From qualitas.jack at gmail.com  Sat Jul 12 06:06:18 2008
From: qualitas.jack at gmail.com (Jack Feldman)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 07:06:18 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Source for Proper Thermostat
Message-ID: <48720d20807120506v451d8d83gbaae998b1c53dee6@mail.gmail.com>

Now that we have established the proper thermostat, is there a less
expensive source than Moss' $40.00+ thermostat?

Jack

From Editorgary at aol.com  Sat Jul 12 08:26:35 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 10:26:35 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Walmart Tires
Message-ID: <bc1.361f2f28.35aa191b@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/12/08 6:03:49 AM, richchrysler at quickclic.net writes:


> This begs the question....what make and size tire for a Healey was 
> available
> at Walmart? And with the likelihood of wire wheels, somebody at a Walmart
> actually knew how to handle and install tubes?
> 
Fortunately for the person I knew, plus the reports I heard, the requirement 
was for a Sprite on 14" disc wheels. We big Healey owners may not be as 
fortunate, but I think I'll check just for future reference to see if they carry 
165x15s.
Cheers
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Sat Jul 12 08:43:24 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 07:43:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
Message-ID: <69195.89859.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hi listers,

Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size decision.  Choices seem to be
1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch wheels, and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as I am
aware, 175 are not available in US - are they?

So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3) 165 on 5.0, 185 on 5.0.

All should work, but which looks best and which works best.  if anyone could
send me a pic their car wheel with these combos it would be appreciated.  I
have pics of the std 165/4.5, but the other 3 combos would be welcome, with
comments on experiences.  I am not looking for the 'fat' look, so I am
interested in the 165/5.0 and 185/5.0 combo if anyone uses that option.

Robert

   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   

From blkbt7 at yahoo.com  Sat Jul 12 08:55:22 2008
From: blkbt7 at yahoo.com (Bob Brown)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 07:55:22 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Walmart Tires
Message-ID: <170059.50082.qm@web83902.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

List,
As we may recall the subject of Walmart tires came up in the "Mad Dash"
story. Since it was a mad dash from San DIego to Chicago in 3 day s to 
catch
a an international flight, emergency measures were required. 
The tire that
required replacing was new ( a set of 4 one mionth before the 
trip). A staple
was seen in the tire at a gas stop, exit 272 I-80 in Kearny, NE.
The tire held
air but with 700-800 miles remaining could not be trusted. 
Walmart had 
195-60/r15 Goodyear American Eagles or Birdgestones. I had 
195s on the car.
Crome wires no tubes, except for the spare. I purchased 2 tires, 
put both on
the rear, for a match on the axle. The spare was replaced with the 
other good
recently purchased tire. They did have a time mounting the 195 on 
a original
painted wheel with a tube, but it is a spare. I will replace that wheel 
in
the near future to match the remaining wheels. They did attempt balancing, 
I
don;t recal what machine, but did not have a problem with therear as we
continued.  
So for just under $200 and 1 hours time we were back on the road.
The Walmart 
employees mentioned that they see quite a variety of tires to
mount being 
in the middle of the Cornhusker state, farmers and their sons
have a wide 
variety ofd vehicles needing tires.  Npt being able to locate
Austin-Healey in 
their computer to write up the purchase was their major
problem but they 
worked around that to expedite our stay.
BTW, as we waited
Ian noticed a set of tires ona rack that were just right for 
a Sprite if
needed. 
Bob


Subject: Re: [Healeys] Walmart Tires

And how about the
balancing of said wheels and tires?

Keith Pennell

> This begs the
question....what make and size tire for a Healey was available 
> at Walmart?
And with the likelihood of wire wheels, somebody at a Walmart 
> actually knew
how to handle and install tubes?
> 
> Rich Chrysler

From kags at shaw.ca  Sat Jul 12 09:00:41 2008
From: kags at shaw.ca (Earl Kagna)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 08:00:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Burbling exhaust
References: <20080712094522.NUKXB.28940.imail@eastrmwml23.mgt.cox.net>
Message-ID: <004201c8e430$0d6c8cc0$8c116c18@computer>

Keith:

Sounds like your Healey is in just about perfect tune - don't mess with it, 
simply enjoy!

Earl

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <pennell at cox.net>
To: "Gary R. Brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com>; "Earl Kagna" <kags at shaw.ca>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, July 12, 2008 6:45 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Burbling exhaust


Earl and Gary,

Well the car passed your test Earl but failed Gary's.  It would pull in 4th 
just fine.  The only way I was able to get it to pull off from a start in 
4th was on a slight incline.

Keith

> When I bought my first BJ8, new from a dealer in the late 60's, I was told
> that in perfect tune, you could start the car, in 4th gear direct, no foot 
> on
> the clutch or accelerator and she would pull away from that dead stop with 
> no
> pressure on the accelerator.  I tried it once, and decided that my car was 
> not
> in perfect tune!
> GsryB
>
> > Date: Sun, 1 Jun 2008 21:42:06 -0700
> > From: kags at shaw.ca
> > To: pennell at cox.net; healeys at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] Burbling exhaust
> >
> > Keith:
> >
> > Sounds like eveything is perfect - that's what a big Healey should sound
> > like when it's in good tune.  Of course, you just might have to drive it 
> > a
> > lot all summer to confirm  ----------!
> >
> > A wise old Healey mechanic once told me that if the engine is stock and
> > properly tuned, it will pull smoothly from 1000 RPM in 4th gear 
> > (overdrive
> > not engaged) on level ground with moderate throttle.  Carb mixture 
> > setting
> > is particularly critical with this test - it has to be perfect.  I've 
> > tried
> > it on my Healeys - it's a pretty good indicator of the state of the 
> > engine's
> > tune.
> >
> > If you try it, let us know how it goes.
> >
> > Earl Kagna
> > Victoria, B.C.
> > BT7 tri-carb
> > BJ8 

From grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net  Sat Jul 12 10:30:05 2008
From: grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net (Jerry Costanzo)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 09:30:05 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 5 speed conversion question
Message-ID: <003a01c8e43c$8b0217c0$0300a8c0@cardinalhealth.net>

The throw out arm for my 5 speed conversion is too short to line up with the
slave clutch cylinder.  I have two of the throw out arms, both from Supra
models.  Has anyone else seen this problem, and how did you solve it?  Or
perhaps is the truck throw out arm longer?  If you happen to have one around,
the measurement form the pivot ball indentation to the slave rod indentation
is 4 and 3\8 inches.

Thank you

Jerry
Bn4
Bj8

From schauss at worldnet.att.net  Sat Jul 12 11:03:55 2008
From: schauss at worldnet.att.net (Peter Schauss)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:03:55 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 misfire and low oil pressure
In-Reply-To: <8CAB1F069B4EE7A-142C-11D7@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <20080712170333.7E3BF18765E@autox.team.net>

With the engine fully warmed up 20 psi at idle/ 50 psi at 3000 rpm is
normal.

HTH,
Peter Schauss
1963 BJ7

> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of philritten at aol.com
> Sent: Saturday, July 12, 2008 12:40 AM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 misfire and low oil pressure
> 
> I recently purchased a 58 100-6. It runs wonderfully on cool days, however
> recently we had a 105 degree day and I noticed that the usually smooth
> sound coming from the tail pipes had a "puff" sound in it on occasion.
> However, the next morning it ran fine and has since. Today, I took it on a
> short drive on the freeway and pushed it a bit. When I got home the
> "puffing" noise was back and the oil pressure had dropped to 20 from the
> normal 50. Any thoughts? Could it be rings?
> 
> Thanks
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From wpollock at inbox.com  Sat Jul 12 13:24:09 2008
From: wpollock at inbox.com (wpollock@inbox)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:24:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] clutch slave bleeder
Message-ID: <001201c8e454$dc467550$4001a8c0@saybrook1>

Would the person who sells the clutch slave bleed  extender please contact me
off list.

Thanks
Bill Pollock

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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Jul 12 17:09:21 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:09:21 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
Message-ID: <20080712230921.YOHQ13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

I have 185/70 HR15 Vredesteins Sport Classic's on my BJ8.  Love the look and the ride is very smooth.

If you done thave a photo, let me know and I'll shoot a coup[le and send to you
> 
> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Date: 2008/07/12 Sat AM 10:43:24 EDT
> To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
> 
> Hi listers,
> 
> Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size decision.  Choices seem to be
> 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch wheels, and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as I am
> aware, 175 are not available in US - are they?
> 
> So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3) 165 on 5.0, 185 on 5.0.
> 
> All should work, but which looks best and which works best.  if anyone could
> send me a pic their car wheel with these combos it would be appreciated.  I
> have pics of the std 165/4.5, but the other 3 combos would be welcome, with
> comments on experiences.  I am not looking for the 'fat' look, so I am
> interested in the 165/5.0 and 185/5.0 combo if anyone uses that option.
> 
> Robert
> 
>    Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>    
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Jul 12 17:23:45 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:23:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 misfire and low oil pressure
Message-ID: <20080712232345.ZEPM13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

At 3000 RPM's, fully warmed, mine is at a little tiny bit undet 40 PSI.

I was told that was perfectly normal.  At idle it is about 15 - 20.
> 
> From: "Peter Schauss" <schauss at worldnet.att.net>
> Date: 2008/07/12 Sat PM 01:03:55 EDT
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] 100-6 misfire and low oil pressure
> 
> With the engine fully warmed up 20 psi at idle/ 50 psi at 3000 rpm is
> normal.
> 
> HTH,
> Peter Schauss
> 1963 BJ7
> 
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net
> > [mailto:healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> > Of philritten at aol.com
> > Sent: Saturday, July 12, 2008 12:40 AM
> > To: healeys at autox.team.net
> > Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 misfire and low oil pressure
> > 
> > I recently purchased a 58 100-6. It runs wonderfully on cool days, however
> > recently we had a 105 degree day and I noticed that the usually smooth
> > sound coming from the tail pipes had a "puff" sound in it on occasion.
> > However, the next morning it ran fine and has since. Today, I took it on a
> > short drive on the freeway and pushed it a bit. When I got home the
> > "puffing" noise was back and the oil pressure had dropped to 20 from the
> > normal 50. Any thoughts? Could it be rings?
> > 
> > Thanks
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From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Sat Jul 12 18:38:01 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Steve=20B.=20Gerow?=)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:38:01 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] too-short Supra clutch T/O arm
Message-ID: <20080713003801.9271.qmail@hoster902.com>

Jerry,
I think there must be a different length on the other trannies as mine is long enough to line up properly and I do not 
have the Supra trans.

The British club site that has all the Smitty pix has a pic of an arm extension made to cure this exact probem.

A google search for 'smitty healey toyota' will turn up this site.

-- 
Steve Gerow
BN6

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul 12 19:18:06 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 09:18:06 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
In-Reply-To: <69195.89859.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <69195.89859.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807121818s79d28e8w471f135a36c0af31@mail.gmail.com>

Robert -
I would only put 165s on 4.5 inch rims.  Kumho tires makes a decent cheap in
this size.  185s on 4.5 inch rims will be too wide and will not look right.

185 70 R15 for 5 or 5.5 inch rims.  Vredestein is the current choice for
this size.  Do NOT put 165s on 5 or 5.5" rims, the tires are too small for
that width of rim, and will look weird on your car.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Sat, Jul 12, 2008 at 10:43 PM, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Hi listers,
>
> Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size decision.  Choices seem to
> be
> 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch wheels, and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as I
> am
> aware, 175 are not available in US - are they?
>
> So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3) 165 on 5.0, 185 on 5.0.
>
> All should work, but which looks best and which works best.  if anyone
> could
> send me a pic their car wheel with these combos it would be appreciated.  I
> have pics of the std 165/4.5, but the other 3 combos would be welcome, with
> comments on experiences.  I am not looking for the 'fat' look, so I am
> interested in the 165/5.0 and 185/5.0 combo if anyone uses that option.
>
> Robert
>
>   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net  Sat Jul 12 20:06:00 2008
From: grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net (Jerry Costanzo)
Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:06:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 5 speed transmission update
Message-ID: <003801c8e48c$ff7ee600$0400a8c0@cardinalhealth.net>

I went by the Toyota dealer and found out that there are 4 different throw out
bearing arms made for the Supra engine depending on the year.  I did not have
any problems with the last conversion which used an 88 Supra tyranny.  This
conversion uses an 84 tyranny which has the arm which is too short.  I had the
dealer look up the part in Smitty's instruction book and since they had it in
stock, I took a measurement.  It was the right one.   Problem solved.

Jerry

From philritten at aol.com  Sat Jul 12 22:36:59 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:36:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
Message-ID: <8CAB2B938ACA1E2-142C-2C88@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>

All, I pulled the cap, and what do I see??A pile of metal shavings all over on top the plates inside the cap. I've never seen that before! I'm really surprised the car was running as well as it was. I'm going pull the plugs tomorrow and see what surprises I find. It's been suggested to not go with Moss for wires, any suggestions for cap or rotor?

Thanks,
Phil

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul 12 22:57:36 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:57:36 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
In-Reply-To: <8CAB2B938ACA1E2-142C-2C88@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CAB2B938ACA1E2-142C-2C88@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807122157i4cc15b26md640a06ef0c21bf6@mail.gmail.com>

Phil -

When you have metal shavings under the cap that almost always suggests your
distributor is in complete need of a rebuild as the dizzy bushings are
completely shot - the shaft is wobbling and the rotor has come in contact
with the dizzy's cap.  Your distributor is completely shot - and could also
explain the weird puffing at high temps - if the points gap is all over the
place (from the wobbly shaft) when the car gets hot the wobble will cause
the gap to very and sparking across the gaps will weaken the spark.

There are a couple ways to go with this.  I personally like the first, but
Jeff at Advanced distributors is first class also:

1) This very reliable aftermaket distributor bolts right into your Healey.
Will make it run better than ever.  Pertronix 6 cyl D177600 -
http://www.lbcarco.com/cgi-bin/gen5?runprog=lbcshop4&page=/pertronixdist.html&o=&a=

or

2) Rebuild the one you have at Advanced Distributors -
http://www.advanceddistributors.com/

Cost is about the same either way, its just a question of if you want to
stay original and fiddle with points or go with something non-stock and will
not need regular maintenance.

Good Luck,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Sun, Jul 13, 2008 at 12:36 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:

> All, I pulled the cap, and what do I see??A pile of metal shavings all over
> on top the plates inside the cap. I've never seen that before! I'm really
> surprised the car was running as well as it was. I'm going pull the plugs
> tomorrow and see what surprises I find. It's been suggested to not go with
> Moss for wires, any suggestions for cap or rotor?
>
> Thanks,
> Phil

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul 13 00:00:36 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:00:36 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Uprated rally/racing springs - BN1/BN2 for sale / free
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807122300nb609d2o5ccdfb237a1e5efb@mail.gmail.com>

Hi All -

I have a set of brand new uprated road race/rally uprated front coil springs
for the 100.  I bought them last year new from the Healey Factory in OZ - I
thought they'd fit the Atlantic but they are too low and can't handle the
weight of the old land yacht.

I will sell them for a massive discount of about $150 (I will pay for
shipping) or if you can show that you have given someone decent repair
advice on this list, then I will sell them only for the cost of shipping to
you (about $50).  I can take US checks / paypal.

Best Regards,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From PhilRitten at aol.com  Sun Jul 13 09:28:41 2008
From: PhilRitten at aol.com (PhilRitten at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 11:28:41 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
Message-ID: <c85.2ee627fc.35ab7929@aol.com>

I noticed the contacts inside the cap are pretty uniformly eaten away and  
the metal contact on top the rotor is loose and moves a little.  If  the 
distributor shaft is bad, shouldn't it wiggle a little bit? By the way I  have 
electronic ignition (not sure what brand).
 
Thanks guys for all your input!
Phil



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From Jwhlyadv at aol.com  Sun Jul 13 10:50:26 2008
From: Jwhlyadv at aol.com (Jwhlyadv at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:50:26 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Looking for Big Healey
Message-ID: <bef.2ab0083d.35ab8c52@aol.com>

Bill Wilding of the Bluegrass Club is looking for a car for a friend. If  you 
have any leads please contact Bill direct at _bwilding at semonin.com_ 
(mailto:bwilding at semonin.com) 
 
Thanks,
 
Jim Werner 
I have a friend in Augusta, GA who is looking for a Healey 3000 as a  
birthday gift for her husband. She would prefer it to be a BJ8 or BJ7 but  would 
consider earlier models. She would like it to be a solid driver that  he can enjoy 
for his birthday. If anyone knows a person who might have a  car for sale or 
is thinking about selling their Big Healey could you please  contact me.  My 
e-mail is _bwilding at semonin.com_ (mailto:bwilding at semonin.com)  and my phone 
number is 502-930-1730. 
Thanks, 
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From healeydoc at verizon.net  Sun Jul 13 11:15:22 2008
From: healeydoc at verizon.net (healeydoc at verizon.net)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:15:22 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
In-Reply-To: <c85.2ee627fc.35ab7929@aol.com>
References: <c85.2ee627fc.35ab7929@aol.com>
Message-ID: <875C2C82-442A-4B21-8594-094D49CA2325@verizon.net>

I am starting to see this more and more. The rotor will not go on all  
the way on the distributor shat with the electronic ignition. It  
bottoms out on the timing rotor and thus it just touches the inside  
of the cap. I also have a lot problems with the Moss plug wire sets,  
the plug ends have high resistance and sometimes they are open  
circuit causing to high a voltage. I think that this may be the cause  
of some of the ignition rotors that are failing.

If you are looking for a replacment distributor that is electronic we  
have been installing the 123 ignition on several cars and they are  
great. You have an assortment of ignition curves to chose from  
depending on the requirements of you and your car. It is a complete  
new distributor.

David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialis.com

On Jul 13, 2008, at 8:28 AM, PhilRitten at aol.com wrote:

> I noticed the contacts inside the cap are pretty uniformly eaten  
> away and
> the metal contact on top the rotor is loose and moves a little.   
> If  the
> distributor shaft is bad, shouldn't it wiggle a little bit? By the  
> way I  have
> electronic ignition (not sure what brand).
>
> Thanks guys for all your input!
> Phil
>
>
>
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From philritten at aol.com  Sun Jul 13 11:44:54 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:44:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
In-Reply-To: <875C2C82-442A-4B21-8594-094D49CA2325@verizon.net>
References: <c85.2ee627fc.35ab7929@aol.com>
	<875C2C82-442A-4B21-8594-094D49CA2325@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <8CAB327489AB8C2-142C-373C@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>

I'm thinking that since the car is new to me and I don't know what happened in the past, that perhaps I should try replacing the cap and rotor to see if it happens again, then perhaps go to replacing the distributor (the shaft has very little movement).

If everyone is unhappy with the rotor and cap from Moss, what about the ones from Victoria British? Are they any different? There must be a source that's acceptable.

Thanks,
Phil


-----Original Message-----
From: healeydoc at verizon.net
To: PhilRitten at aol.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:15 am
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1



I am starting to see this more and more. The rotor will not go on all  
the way on the distributor shat with the electronic ignition. It  
bottoms out on the timing rotor and thus it just touches the inside  
of the cap. I also have a lot problems with the Moss plug wire sets,  
the plug ends have high resistance and sometimes they are open  
circuit causing to high a voltage. I think that this may be the cause  
of some of the ignition rotors that are failing.

If you are looking for a replacment distributor that is electronic we  
have been installing the 123 ignition on several cars and they are  
great. You have an assortment of ignition curves to chose from  
depending on the requirements of you and your car. It is a complete  
new distributor.

David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialis.com

On Jul 13, 2008, at 8:28 AM, PhilRitten at aol.com wrote:

> I noticed the contacts inside the cap are pretty uniformly eaten  
> away and
> the metal contact on top the rotor is loose and moves a little.   
> If  the
> distributor shaft is bad, shouldn't it wiggle a little bit? By the  
> way I  have
> electronic ignition (not sure what brand).
>
> Thanks guys for all your input!
> Phil
>
>
>
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> live music
> scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com!
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From Chucknsueo at aol.com  Sun Jul 13 11:57:59 2008
From: Chucknsueo at aol.com (Chucknsueo at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:57:59 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Steering spacer
Message-ID: <cf5.3232efff.35ab9c27@aol.com>

Does anybody have  a steering box mounting bracket spacer that they'd  be 
willing to part with?  It is BMC part 1B6195, Moss part 667-790.  I  know I can 
buy it new but wondered if somebody has a good used one that  they'd want to 
sell.  Please contact me off-list.
 
I removed the steering column from my BT7 tricarb with great  difficulty.  
The nuts came off of the bolts at the steering  box fine but the bolts would not 
come out.  I soaked them in PB  blaster, used a big hammer, air hammer, heat, 
etc but nothing worked.   After a couple of weeks of non-progress I finally 
got out the sawzall and cut  the bolts at both ends of the spacer bracket.  It 
turns out that the bolts  had corroded and essentially welded themselves into 
this bracket.  Even  with the bracket out I can't get the bolts out of it, and 
it is cracked and  missing a few pieces, not to mention being two sawzall 
kerfs shorter than  standard!  I didn't have this problem with my BJ8 steering.  
They came  right out and cleaned up nicely.  I'm not sure how common it is to 
have  these things seize up like this but it surprised the heck out of me!
 
Chuck Ott
Middletown, DE, USA
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From philritten at aol.com  Sun Jul 13 12:16:20 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:16:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Front End Alignment
Message-ID: <8CAB32BAF24C1F4-142C-3866@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>

The left front wheel of my 100-6 is tipped a little inwards at the top. At the conclave I was told that I need to get the front end aligned and make sure that the person who does it is able to adjust it differently than newer cars. I can't remember what it was that I'm supposed to be asking for. Can anyone help me here? I want to take it in this week for an alignment,.

Thanks

From NPaul72464 at aol.com  Sun Jul 13 12:33:45 2008
From: NPaul72464 at aol.com (NPaul72464 at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:33:45 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
Message-ID: <c55.2db02f96.35aba489@aol.com>

I had the same problem with the rotor not fitting on all the way with the  
electronic ignition.  I held the rotor to the side of my grinding wheel  until 
it fit.  Has worked fine for several years.
Ned Paulsen
1960 BN7
 
 
In a message dated 7/13/2008 1:16:44 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
healeydoc at verizon.net writes:

I am  starting to see this more and more. The rotor will not go on all  
the  way on the distributor shat with the electronic ignition. It  
bottoms  out on the timing rotor and thus it just touches the inside  
of the  cap. I also have a lot problems with the Moss plug wire sets,  
the  plug ends have high resistance and sometimes they are open  
circuit  causing to high a voltage. I think that this may be the cause  
of  some of the ignition rotors that are failing.

If you are looking for a  replacment distributor that is electronic we  
have been installing  the 123 ignition on several cars and they are  
great. You have an  assortment of ignition curves to chose from  
depending on the  requirements of you and your car. It is a complete  
new  distributor.

David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton  Ca
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialis.com

On Jul 13, 2008,  at 8:28 AM, PhilRitten at aol.com wrote:

> I noticed the contacts  inside the cap are pretty uniformly eaten  
> away and
> the  metal contact on top the rotor is loose and moves a little.    
> If  the
> distributor shaft is bad, shouldn't it wiggle a  little bit? By the  
> way I  have
> electronic ignition  (not sure what brand).
>
> Thanks guys for all your input!
>  Phil
>
>
>
> **************Get the scoop on last  night's hottest shows and the  
> live music
> scene in your  area - Check out TourTracker.com!
>  (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus00050000000112)
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Sun Jul 13 13:07:39 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:07:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Front End Alignment
References: <8CAB32BAF24C1F4-142C-3866@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <021801c8e51b$b8828ba0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

All they can and should be able to do is to adjust the toe-in. That greatly 
effects the appearance of the appearance of the camber of the wheels. If 
you're running radial tires, toe-in should be pretty much plus or minus 
zero. Bias ply tires should toe in approx. 1/16" to 1/8".

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <philritten at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2008 2:16 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Front End Alignment


> The left front wheel of my 100-6 is tipped a little inwards at the top. At 
> the conclave I was told that I need to get the front end aligned and make 
> sure that the person who does it is able to adjust it differently than 
> newer cars. I can't remember what it was that I'm supposed to be asking 
> for. Can anyone help me here? I want to take it in this week for an 
> alignment,.
>
> Thanks
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From kilo2mit at gmail.com  Sun Jul 13 13:27:01 2008
From: kilo2mit at gmail.com (Jeffrey Steinberg)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:27:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] seatbelt shoulder harness parts needed
Message-ID: <6221e4f80807131227p3773788ay37ed4c167ec48350@mail.gmail.com>

Does anyone know of a source for the shoulder harness anchor mount for
the rear side panel?

It is a piece of metal with two holes (for the mounting bolts) and a
slot for  the shoulder harness.

I want this for my 64 BJ8.  I need two of them.

TIA,

Jeffrey Steinberg

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sun Jul 13 13:37:23 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:37:23 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
Message-ID: <00d901c8e51f$e1fd4d40$0200a8c0@tm4>

Well,

I bought the BN2 on 195/75 tyres - yes, they are way to big, but the car
does not look to bad on them.. I do plan to change them, mainly because of
rubber quality - on wet surface they behave like on ice...

From phillip.leslie at sbcglobal.net  Sun Jul 13 13:39:01 2008
From: phillip.leslie at sbcglobal.net (Phillip Leslie)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:39:01 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 overdrive kicks out
Message-ID: <329708.12419.qm@web83107.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

My BJ8 has suddenly started coming out of overdrive on 3rd and 4th gears when I press the accellerator pedal. If I lift off, it goes back into overdrive. I changed the trans and overdrive oil and the dashboard switch works perfectly. Can someone suggest a reason(s) and remedy? 

From healeydoc at verizon.net  Sun Jul 13 14:17:02 2008
From: healeydoc at verizon.net (healeydoc at verizon.net)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:17:02 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 overdrive kicks out
In-Reply-To: <329708.12419.qm@web83107.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <329708.12419.qm@web83107.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CAF11990-D736-4190-A63E-A7B80DCF6473@verizon.net>

faulty overdrive relay.
The overdrive is working thru the kick down switch and when you  
accelerate it opens the contacts and the overdrive comes out.


David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca
209-948-8767
www.britishcarspecialis.com

On Jul 13, 2008, at 12:39 PM, Phillip Leslie wrote:

> My BJ8 has suddenly started coming out of overdrive on 3rd and 4th  
> gears when I press the accellerator pedal. If I lift off, it goes  
> back into overdrive. I changed the trans and overdrive oil and the  
> dashboard switch works perfectly. Can someone suggest a reason(s)  
> and remedy?
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From clocks at midcoast.com  Sun Jul 13 14:31:07 2008
From: clocks at midcoast.com (James Lea)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:31:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Front engine noise.
Message-ID: <000d01c8e527$637a64f0$0201a8c0@JIM>

When the BT7 slows down to idle, a loud noise between a rattle and a clatter 
comes from the engine. It sounds like it is coming from the front so I 
checked the fan bolts and the bolt that holds the fan pulley on. Both are 
tight and the fan still has some play so I assume that the problem is a bad 
water pump. Is it better to buy new or have it rebuilt? Should I change the 
fan from stock to six blade while I'm at it? Thanks guys. JL

James Lea
PO Box 25
Rockport Maine 04856
1-207-236-3632

1951 Triumph Renown
1952 MG TD
1952 Triumph Mayflower
1958 Rover P4
1962 Austin Healey BT7
1980 Commuta-car Electric

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Sun Jul 13 14:45:03 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:45:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Front engine noise.
References: <000d01c8e527$637a64f0$0201a8c0@JIM>
Message-ID: <002701c8e529$53b3eee0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Check the crankshaft pulley for a worn key. It is immediately noticeable if 
while shut off, you grab the fan blades and wiggle back and forth, there 
will be back and forth play at the pulley.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "James Lea" <clocks at midcoast.com>
To: "List Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2008 4:31 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Front engine noise.


> When the BT7 slows down to idle, a loud noise between a rattle and a 
> clatter
> comes from the engine. It sounds like it is coming from the front so I
> checked the fan bolts and the bolt that holds the fan pulley on. Both are
> tight and the fan still has some play so I assume that the problem is a 
> bad
> water pump. Is it better to buy new or have it rebuilt? Should I change 
> the
> fan from stock to six blade while I'm at it? Thanks guys. JL
>
> James Lea
> PO Box 25
> Rockport Maine 04856
> 1-207-236-3632
>
> 1951 Triumph Renown
> 1952 MG TD
> 1952 Triumph Mayflower
> 1958 Rover P4
> 1962 Austin Healey BT7
> 1980 Commuta-car Electric
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Sun Jul 13 15:23:44 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:23:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
Message-ID: <20080713.172345.2820.1.dwflagg@juno.com>

Norman,

Could you please resend your response. It seems Phil did not receive it.
Thanks.

Doug
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From clocks at midcoast.com  Sun Jul 13 15:51:21 2008
From: clocks at midcoast.com (James Lea)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:51:21 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Front engine noise.
References: <000d01c8e527$637a64f0$0201a8c0@JIM>
	<002701c8e529$53b3eee0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <00c801c8e532$9692aea0$0201a8c0@JIM>

I went out to check it again and noticed with the bonnet up it is throwing 
tiny drops of oil on the front wings parallel with the fan. Looking on the 
underside of the bonnet there is a large black oil streak across it in line 
with the fan. Looks more and more to me like the pump is throwing oil or 
grease. Thanks again. JL

James Lea
PO Box 25
Rockport Maine 04856
1-207-236-3632

1951 Triumph Renown
1952 MG TD
1952 Triumph Mayflower
1958 Rover P4
1962 Austin Healey BT7
1980 Commuta-car Electric 

From edriver at sasktel.net  Sun Jul 13 16:30:52 2008
From: edriver at sasktel.net (E.A. Driver)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:30:52 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] seatbelt shoulder harness parts needed
In-Reply-To: <6221e4f80807131227p3773788ay37ed4c167ec48350@mail.gmail.com>
References: <6221e4f80807131227p3773788ay37ed4c167ec48350@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <487A821C.60500@sasktel.net>

Hi Jeff

The Nocks have this item, British Car Specialists, Stockton, California
209-948-8767

Kind regards
Ed
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
'53 BN1  '65 BJ8,  89 Morgan 4/4.
Historian, AHCUSA


Jeffrey Steinberg wrote:
> Does anyone know of a source for the shoulder harness anchor mount for
> the rear side panel?
>
> It is a piece of metal with two holes (for the mounting bolts) and a
> slot for  the shoulder harness.
>
> I want this for my 64 BJ8.  I need two of them.
>
> TIA,
>
> Jeffrey Steinberg
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From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Jul 13 18:24:44 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 18:24:44 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
References: <20080713.172345.2820.1.dwflagg@juno.com>
Message-ID: <00ea01c8e548$0418f690$6501a8c0@shop>

Doug, I just re-forwarded to Phil and asked him to tell you and/or myself that he got it.

Ed

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Sun Jul 13 19:54:11 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:54:11 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Distributors and Rotor Caps
Message-ID: <1216000451.487ab1c38b134@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

Just a few points to consider. If the major 'fault' with Lucas is the shaft 
wear the points gap would at least be most inconsistent or non-existant and 
Healey would not start or go before physical contact would be made with the 
plug wire internal contacts.I have cracked one rotor cap in 40 years with 4 
cars and even then I put the missing piece back into position with two or three 
turns of electrical insulation tape and drove home. The most significant rotor 
button failure I have heard of was the works HEALEY 3000 ARX91B that was 
beating the Ferrari GTO at 1965 Targa Florio (driven by Aussie Paul 
Hawkins .After he sprinted back to the pits for a spare he was informed it was 
in the door pocket....I believe Paul said "damm !" So I guess they do fail but 
in this case not due to shaft wear. Look for the simple cause first.
Joe

From jule_enterprisesah at yahoo.com  Sun Jul 13 19:55:41 2008
From: jule_enterprisesah at yahoo.com (Martin Jansen)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 18:55:41 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave
Message-ID: <958707.40348.qm@web52404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

 First let me say I did not drive my Healey to California but trailed it
there. I made a similar trip last August also trailering a car of similar
weight to the  Healey using the same truck.
 I have realized upon my return and doing my calculations that I used 22% more
fuel on this recent trip compared to last trip. I am not referring to cost but
to consumption of fuel. The cost was also increased but my concern was the
consumption of gas.
I am concerned about the oil companies adding ethonal to fuel. I believe this
process reduces the energy density of the gas causing more fuel to be used to
achieve the same energy density as plain gas with no ethanol.
My understanding is that harvesting the corn for ethanol is a very expensive
process and great deal of fuel is used to harvest it. Is this the way we
should be going?
Why would you reduce energy density in fuel which would result in higher
consumption of this mixed fuel? resulting in higher consumption of oil
reserves.
Are the costs of harvesting for ethanol being retrived though higher volume
sales in fuel?
Are oil companies like cigarette companies adding something  to their product
for higher consumption?
And what effect does this fuel have on austin Healeys?
Do you readers have any thoughts on this?
Happy Healeying,
 Marty
www.jule-enterprises.com

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul 13 20:34:06 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:34:06 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave
In-Reply-To: <958707.40348.qm@web52404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <958707.40348.qm@web52404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807131934s65153405u8bfc50d5ec5f05a8@mail.gmail.com>

Marty -

I doubt Ethanol Mix would reduce your mileage that much unless you were
using E85, which you can't use unless you have a flex fuel vehicle.  If you
were using E10 (quite possible) it should only reduce mileage about ~3%.

With respect to corn ethanol - I think pretty much everyone agrees this is a
boondoggle (except corn farmers of course), but then again getting a process
started with corn is easy and fast and now I think the country is looking to
switch to sugar cane and sweet sourghum in the near future, and eventually
switchgrass.  For diesel the bio fuel source most commonly used is rapeseed.

Ethanol is NOT good for Healeys because it is a very good solvent and thus
tends to deteriorate natural rubber and cork gaskets - which means it will
degrade pretty much any SU carburetor out there except possibly the HS4 and
HS6 (used only on MkIIs).  This is moot because the standard fuel flex line
used in Healeys is rubber, and the standard SU fuel pump uses a rubber
diaphram.  For more info have a look here:

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3251/is_5_235/ai_n25474139

Until the US is willing to make the effort like Brazil to create a true flex
fuel standard platform in their vehicles, ethanol is more or less a bit
wasteful.

Avoid at all costs!

Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Mon, Jul 14, 2008 at 9:55 AM, Martin Jansen <jule_enterprisesah at yahoo.com>
wrote:

>  First let me say I did not drive my Healey to California but trailed it
> there. I made a similar trip last August also trailering a car of similar
> weight to the  Healey using the same truck.
>  I have realized upon my return and doing my calculations that I used 22%
> more
> fuel on this recent trip compared to last trip. I am not referring to cost
> but
> to consumption of fuel. The cost was also increased but my concern was the
> consumption of gas.
> I am concerned about the oil companies adding ethonal to fuel. I believe
> this
> process reduces the energy density of the gas causing more fuel to be used
> to
> achieve the same energy density as plain gas with no ethanol.
> My understanding is that harvesting the corn for ethanol is a very
> expensive
> process and great deal of fuel is used to harvest it. Is this the way we
> should be going?
> Why would you reduce energy density in fuel which would result in higher
> consumption of this mixed fuel? resulting in higher consumption of oil
> reserves.
> Are the costs of harvesting for ethanol being retrived though higher volume
> sales in fuel?
> Are oil companies like cigarette companies adding something  to their
> product
> for higher consumption?
> And what effect does this fuel have on austin Healeys?
> Do you readers have any thoughts on this?
> Happy Healeying,
>  Marty
> www.jule-enterprises.com

From shop at justbrits.com  Sun Jul 13 21:56:16 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:56:16 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave
References: <958707.40348.qm@web52404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0807131934s65153405u8bfc50d5ec5f05a8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <024b01c8e565$917b8cb0$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Avoid at all costs!>>

WISH  that was even POSSIBLE in "The Land of Blogo the THIEF" (our 'reform' govenor who is more of a crook than anybody before him [and GREAT 'friend' of Obama, the do nothing IL Sen & now the do nothing US Sen] ), AKA Illinois, Alan!!

ILLINOIS has totally turned into the Champion 'breeding' State for 'bad' politics!!!

Too bad.

From rthrift at cox.net  Sun Jul 13 21:19:21 2008
From: rthrift at cox.net (RThrift)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 20:19:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave
In-Reply-To: <024b01c8e565$917b8cb0$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <20080713231922.AWCWU.4296.imail@fed1rmwml15>

Nope.

Re the champion breeding state for bad politics:  That's Texas.

Richard

---- Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com> wrote: 
WISH  that was even POSSIBLE in "The Land of Blogo the THIEF" (our 'reform' govenor who is more of a crook than anybody before him [and GREAT 'friend' of Obama, the do nothing IL Sen & now the do nothing US Sen] ), AKA Illinois, Alan!!

ILLINOIS has totally turned into the Champion 'breeding' State for 'bad' politics!!!

Too bad.
_______________________________________________

From bspidell at comcast.net  Sun Jul 13 21:20:35 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 20:20:35 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Additives (was Re:  Gas mileage to conclave)
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807131934s65153405u8bfc50d5ec5f05a8@mail.gmail.com>
References: <958707.40348.qm@web52404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0807131934s65153405u8bfc50d5ec5f05a8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <487AC603.8020107@comcast.net>

Good topic.

FWIW, I've bought gas all over the western US and Canada, presumably 
with everything from MTBE and ethanol to who-knows-what additives and 
never had a problem with my carburettors or fuel line attributable to 
the gas.  I rebuilt my carbs maybe 15 years ago and replaced the fuel 
line since then as well.  My guess is that any fuel system components 
manufactured in the last 15 years or so are made with rubber (buna-n aka 
nitrile or other) that is resistant to these solvents.  Same goes for 
the fuel pump diaphragm, which also has a thin "shield," which appears 
to be mylar or similar.  Anybody running original rubber fuel components?

AFAIK, the only cork on my BJ8 are gaskets on the king pin lower trunnion. 


bs


Alan Seigrist wrote:
> Marty -
>
> I doubt Ethanol Mix would reduce your mileage that much unless you were
> using E85, which you can't use unless you have a flex fuel vehicle.  If you
> were using E10 (quite possible) it should only reduce mileage about ~3%.
>
> With respect to corn ethanol - I think pretty much everyone agrees this is a
> boondoggle (except corn farmers of course), but then again getting a process
> started with corn is easy and fast and now I think the country is looking to
> switch to sugar cane and sweet sourghum in the near future, and eventually
> switchgrass.  For diesel the bio fuel source most commonly used is rapeseed.
>
> Ethanol is NOT good for Healeys because it is a very good solvent and thus
> tends to deteriorate natural rubber and cork gaskets - which means it will
> degrade pretty much any SU carburetor out there except possibly the HS4 and
> HS6 (used only on MkIIs).  This is moot because the standard fuel flex line
> used in Healeys is rubber, and the standard SU fuel pump uses a rubber
> diaphram.  For more info have a look here:
>
> http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3251/is_5_235/ai_n25474139
>
> Until the US is willing to make the effort like Brazil to create a true flex
> fuel standard platform in their vehicles, ethanol is more or less a bit
> wasteful.
>
> Avoid at all costs!
>
> Best,
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
>   
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From healeydoc at verizon.net  Sun Jul 13 21:38:53 2008
From: healeydoc at verizon.net (healeydoc at verizon.net)
Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 20:38:53 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 overdrive kicks out
In-Reply-To: <329708.12419.qm@web83107.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <329708.12419.qm@web83107.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <88AB2F42-7DBA-462A-A804-E0385C06DCDA@verizon.net>

faulty overdrive relay.
The overdrive is working thru the kick down switch and when you  
accelerate it opens the contacts and the overdrive comes out.


David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca
209-948-8767
www.britishcarspecialis.com
On Jul 13, 2008, at 12:39 PM, Phillip Leslie wrote:

> My BJ8 has suddenly started coming out of overdrive on 3rd and 4th  
> gears when I press the accellerator pedal. If I lift off, it goes  
> back into overdrive. I changed the trans and overdrive oil and the  
> dashboard switch works perfectly. Can someone suggest a reason(s)  
> and remedy?
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Sun Jul 13 22:10:20 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:10:20 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] KISS
Message-ID: <1216008620.487ad1aca2901@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

FWIW at our club meeting last week we were given a talk with Q & A session on 
old BMC sports cars. This man has run his own repair business,engine overhaul 
shop and designed and had cast cross-flow heads for A-series engs. that gave 
approx. 30HP improvement.He passed on the following. Ethonol may give higher 
octane figure but a higher volume of fuel is required. This may be achieveable 
with computers and knock sensors etc. but may not deliver the goods with 
SU's.Fuel consumption will be worse. It is also acidic and in some proportions 
can affect zinc, rubber and who knows?
Valve seat recession, best practical control measure is to carefully set the 
valve clearences and then a closing gap indicates seat wear, otherwise keep 
driving.
Joe

From philritten at aol.com  Sun Jul 13 22:34:59 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:34:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Heater Control Tap
Message-ID: <8CAB3821C1B17EA-142C-49A7@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>

I removed five of six plugs, but the tube going to the heater control valve is in the way of the 6th plug. If I remove this hose, or unscrew the valve from the block is water going to come rushing out?

Thanks,
Phil

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Sun Jul 13 22:45:16 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:45:16 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] KISS 2
Message-ID: <1216010716.487ad9dc39967@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

FWIW the same man spoke on thermostats and fuel additives and said. additives 
on old style 'soft' cast iron or chilled cast iron valve seats may be required 
and will certainly benefit seat life. But excessive additive may drop out of 
the fuel suspension and form a coating on the spark plug insulating porcelain 
and result in potentially poor spark. This problem is worse when the user 
adopts the principal ' more is better' and worse again if the correct cylinder 
head temperature is not maintained causing greater cylinder head build up which 
will release itself with a good dose of wide poen throttle and/or high temps. 
which we all know about.
Joe

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 14 00:30:12 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:30:12 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Heater Control Tap
In-Reply-To: <8CAB3821C1B17EA-142C-49A7@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CAB3821C1B17EA-142C-49A7@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807132330s7e0aef17s6444487b6fb3b431@mail.gmail.com>

Phil -

You should be able to get a spark plug socket on there and then put on a
socket extension which will help you clear the hose, then put the socket
wrench on the extension.  This is the way I've always done it, much easier
than undoing a hose and getting water everywhere.

Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Mon, Jul 14, 2008 at 12:34 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:

> I removed five of six plugs, but the tube going to the heater control valve
> is in the way of the 6th plug. If I remove this hose, or unscrew the valve
> from the block is water going to come rushing out?
>
> Thanks,
> Phil

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Mon Jul 14 04:19:21 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 04:19:21 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave
In-Reply-To: <20080713231922.AWCWU.4296.imail@fed1rmwml15>
Message-ID: <20080714101908.276B418767B@autox.team.net>

I smell a revolution...

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff
-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of RThrift
Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2008 9:19 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave

Nope.

Re the champion breeding state for bad politics:  That's Texas.

Richard

---- Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com> wrote: 
WISH  that was even POSSIBLE in "The Land of Blogo the THIEF" (our 'reform'
govenor who is more of a crook than anybody before him [and GREAT 'friend'
of Obama, the do nothing IL Sen & now the do nothing US Sen] ), AKA
Illinois, Alan!!

ILLINOIS has totally turned into the Champion 'breeding' State for 'bad'
politics!!!

Too bad.
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From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Mon Jul 14 07:00:24 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8Healeys)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 06:00:24 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
In-Reply-To: <005e01c8dcae$13452d20$f041e046@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
	<005e01c8dcae$13452d20$f041e046@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <001d01c8e5b1$95112500$bf336f00$@rr.com>

I had an incident a few years ago with a Moss Chinese-manufactured 6-bladed
fan.  Eight months and 2500 miles after I installed it, two blades broke off
at the root, damaged the radiator header tank, and knocked the fan guard
loose.  My homemade fan shroud kept the blades and guard from going into the
bonnet.  The materials lab at work analyzed the failures and said it was due
to metal fatigue.
Moss replaced my radiator and sent me an identical fan, but a few weeks
later they sent out a bulletin asking anyone who had bought the six-bladed
fan to remove it immediately and return it.  When I removed mine, I found
paint chipping in the exact place that the first blades broke.  Moss
replaced the fan with a stainless one, but I only used that one for a short
time due to its noise.  I now run a Texas Kooler and am very happy with it.

I would venture to say that any fan that sheds a blade will do so due to
fatigue, and there is nothing practical that can be done to modify it to
reduce fatigue, which is dependent on the fan material and its mechanical
design.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mark
LaPierre
Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 6:40 PM
To: Ron Fine; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan

Sorry Ron, I have switched to the Texas Cooler but haven't experienced a
high heat issue yet , since install,  to comment.

However I did have a question on the same  topic.
This fan issue has come up before but I don't recall any mention of
preventative maintenance that can be taken to prevent a blade from flying. 
Has anyone
tried adding a couple of pop rivets,  J B weld or even a couple of spot
welds to the fan blades to keep them in place without throwing the fans off
balance.

I assume this would have to be done evenly on all of the blades.

This "flying blade syndrome" puts a whole new meaning to the checking under
the hood routine.

Mark

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul 14 07:42:55 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 06:42:55 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
In-Reply-To: <8CAB2B938ACA1E2-142C-2C88@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CAB2B938ACA1E2-142C-2C88@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <487B57DF.4090807@comcast.net>

Do yourself a favor and spring for genuine Lucas distributor cap and 
plug connectors.  Get solid (copper) core wires and make your own 
secondary wiring.  The plug connectors will have 15K ohm resistors to 
help suppress radio noise, and any plugs you can get will likely have 
additional resistance (I've had good performance from Champion RN12YC).  
Don't think you can get the Lucas cap from Moss (not sure--I got mine 
from Hemphill's--they still in business?), but if you get wire and plug 
boots they'll send a sheet listing the correct lengths for each wire 
(check with the salesman).  For authenticity, get the two rubber O-rings 
to group 1&2 and 5&6 wires (any suitably sized O-ring should work).  
Wouldn't hurt to use silicone dielectric grease inside all connectors 
(at cap and plug boots).  I bought the little yellow rings with the 
plug#--helpful plus they look cool.  Of course, this is for a "stock" 
setup; if you get a newer style cap with push-in connectors you can run 
newer style wound wires.

Test each of your wires for resistance before installing--it should 
equal the resistance of the plug boot (the wire resistance should be 
negligible for the solid copper wires).

I tried several of the "off" brands--including Bosch--and the caps 
always got leaky sooner or later.  FWIW, I've run a Pertronix ignition 
for probably 25K miles with no problems.

I ordered a bunch of rotors from Cape and have had the same one for 
probably 15K miles (had one non-Cape fail before).

Do this and then--and only then--can you start blaming your S.U. 
carburettors for all your problems ;)


bs


philritten at aol.com wrote:
> All, I pulled the cap, and what do I see??A pile of metal shavings all over on top the plates inside the cap. I've never seen that before! I'm really surprised the car was running as well as it was. I'm going pull the plugs tomorrow and see what surprises I find. It's been suggested to not go with Moss for wires, any suggestions for cap or rotor?
>
> Thanks,
> Phil
> _______________________________________________
>   
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul 14 07:51:47 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 06:51:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
In-Reply-To: <487B57DF.4090807@comcast.net>
References: <8CAB2B938ACA1E2-142C-2C88@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
	<487B57DF.4090807@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <487B59F3.1060201@comcast.net>

Oops, I mis-wrote.  You want STRANDED copper core wires (not solid).  
The strands are solid Cu, though ;)


bs



Bob Spidell wrote:
> Do yourself a favor and spring for genuine Lucas distributor cap and 
> plug connectors.  Get solid (copper) core wires and make your own 
> secondary wiring.  The plug connectors will have 15K ohm resistors to 
> help suppress radio noise, and any plugs you can get will likely have 
> additional resistance (I've had good performance from Champion RN12YC).  
> Don't think you can get the Lucas cap from Moss (not sure--I got mine 
> from Hemphill's--they still in business?), but if you get wire and plug 
> boots they'll send a sheet listing the correct lengths for each wire 
> (check with the salesman).  For authenticity, get the two rubber O-rings 
> to group 1&2 and 5&6 wires (any suitably sized O-ring should work).  
> Wouldn't hurt to use silicone dielectric grease inside all connectors 
> (at cap and plug boots).  I bought the little yellow rings with the 
> plug#--helpful plus they look cool.  Of course, this is for a "stock" 
> setup; if you get a newer style cap with push-in connectors you can run 
> newer style wound wires.
>
> Test each of your wires for resistance before installing--it should 
> equal the resistance of the plug boot (the wire resistance should be 
> negligible for the solid copper wires).
>
> I tried several of the "off" brands--including Bosch--and the caps 
> always got leaky sooner or later.  FWIW, I've run a Pertronix ignition 
> for probably 25K miles with no problems.
>
> I ordered a bunch of rotors from Cape and have had the same one for 
> probably 15K miles (had one non-Cape fail before).
>
> Do this and then--and only then--can you start blaming your S.U. 
> carburettors for all your problems ;)
>
>
> bs
>
>
>   
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From 57healey at gmail.com  Mon Jul 14 08:43:58 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 09:43:58 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
In-Reply-To: <001d01c8e5b1$95112500$bf336f00$@rr.com>
References: <CD7B4526FF834A69A80929444938B9FC@XPS400>
	<005e01c8dcae$13452d20$f041e046@markl946cfrd7q>
	<001d01c8e5b1$95112500$bf336f00$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807140743u33c77797vf2436cfdbbe59bb5@mail.gmail.com>

I wonder if that is the same type fan that has been on ebay recentlly?



On 7/14/08, BJ8Healeys <sbyers at ec.rr.com> wrote:
> I had an incident a few years ago with a Moss Chinese-manufactured 6-bladed
> fan.  Eight months and 2500 miles after I installed it, two blades broke off
> at the root, damaged the radiator header tank, and knocked the fan guard
> loose.  My homemade fan shroud kept the blades and guard from going into the
> bonnet.  The materials lab at work analyzed the failures and said it was due
> to metal fatigue.
> Moss replaced my radiator and sent me an identical fan, but a few weeks
> later they sent out a bulletin asking anyone who had bought the six-bladed
> fan to remove it immediately and return it.  When I removed mine, I found
> paint chipping in the exact place that the first blades broke.  Moss
> replaced the fan with a stainless one, but I only used that one for a short
> time due to its noise.  I now run a Texas Kooler and am very happy with it.
>
> I would venture to say that any fan that sheds a blade will do so due to
> fatigue, and there is nothing practical that can be done to modify it to
> reduce fatigue, which is dependent on the fan material and its mechanical
> design.
>
> Steve Byers
> HBJ8L/36666
> BJ8 Registry
> Havelock, NC  USA
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mark
> LaPierre
> Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 6:40 PM
> To: Ron Fine; healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Replacement Radiator Fan
>
> Sorry Ron, I have switched to the Texas Cooler but haven't experienced a
> high heat issue yet , since install,  to comment.
>
> However I did have a question on the same  topic.
> This fan issue has come up before but I don't recall any mention of
> preventative maintenance that can be taken to prevent a blade from flying.
> Has anyone
> tried adding a couple of pop rivets,  J B weld or even a couple of spot
> welds to the fan blades to keep them in place without throwing the fans off
> balance.
>
> I assume this would have to be done evenly on all of the blades.
>
> This "flying blade syndrome" puts a whole new meaning to the checking under
> the hood routine.
>
> Mark
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From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Mon Jul 14 08:47:19 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8Healeys)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:47:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
In-Reply-To: <487B57DF.4090807@comcast.net>
References: <8CAB2B938ACA1E2-142C-2C88@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
	<487B57DF.4090807@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <002501c8e5c0$84be1370$8e3a3a50$@rr.com>

Bob Spidell commented: "(not sure--I got mine from Hemphill's--they still in
business?)."

Yeah, I think they are still in business, but if you are concerned about
what kind of service/support you can expect if you experience a problem with
their products, get in touch with me and I'll let you know my experience
with a brand new defective splined hub.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Bob
Spidell
Sent: Monday, July 14, 2008 6:43 AM
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1

Do yourself a favor and spring for genuine Lucas distributor cap and 
plug connectors.  Get solid (copper) core wires and make your own 
secondary wiring.  The plug connectors will have 15K ohm resistors to 
help suppress radio noise, and any plugs you can get will likely have 
additional resistance (I've had good performance from Champion RN12YC).  
Don't think you can get the Lucas cap from Moss (not sure--I got mine 
from Hemphill's--they still in business?), but if you get wire and plug 
boots they'll send a sheet listing the correct lengths for each wire 
(check with the salesman).  For authenticity, get the two rubber O-rings 
to group 1&2 and 5&6 wires (any suitably sized O-ring should work).  
Wouldn't hurt to use silicone dielectric grease inside all connectors 
(at cap and plug boots).  I bought the little yellow rings with the 
plug#--helpful plus they look cool.  Of course, this is for a "stock" 
setup; if you get a newer style cap with push-in connectors you can run 
newer style wound wires.

From Editorgary at aol.com  Mon Jul 14 09:37:58 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:37:58 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Wiring, ignition, and Carbs
Message-ID: <d1e.2b5d3632.35acccd6@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/14/08 7:46:11 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


> Do this and then--and only then--can you start blaming your S.U.
> carburettors for all your problems ;)
> 
As we confirmed once again on our trip down to San Diego:

"90 percent of all carburetor problems are electrical."
anon.

Cheers
Gary



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From donham1 at cox.net  Mon Jul 14 11:14:56 2008
From: donham1 at cox.net (DHam)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:14:56 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave
In-Reply-To: <20080714101908.276B418767B@autox.team.net>
References: <20080714101908.276B418767B@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <C0AE19B78FED445F9097941B250D2C45@homegduh2nmgi0>

Could happen in about 24 months.
donham
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dave Porter" <frogeye at porterscustom.com>
To: "'RThrift'" <rthrift at cox.net>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 14, 2008 5:19 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave


>I smell a revolution...
>
> frogeye at porterscustom.com
>
> Porter Customs
> Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
> 505-352-1378
> 1954 BN2
> Porter Custom Bicycles
> www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
> http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On 
> Behalf
> Of RThrift
> Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2008 9:19 PM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Gas mileage to conclave
>
> Nope.
>
> Re the champion breeding state for bad politics:  That's Texas.
>
> Richard
>
> ---- Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com> wrote:
> WISH  that was even POSSIBLE in "The Land of Blogo the THIEF" (our 
> 'reform'
> govenor who is more of a crook than anybody before him [and GREAT 'friend'
> of Obama, the do nothing IL Sen & now the do nothing US Sen] ), AKA
> Illinois, Alan!!
>
> ILLINOIS has totally turned into the Champion 'breeding' State for 'bad'
> politics!!!
>
> Too bad.
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From bernard.johnsen at ngc.com  Mon Jul 14 11:46:07 2008
From: bernard.johnsen at ngc.com (Johnsen, Bernard)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:46:07 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo Timing Gears needed - No Healey Content
Message-ID: <212DD23A1FC4D74BA8265F76926DF1200A53FE@XMBIL101.northgrum.com>

Healey Folks -
	Can anyone out there help me locate a Timing Gear Set for a
Volvo B16 engine ?
	- Bernie Johnsen
	  1967 BJ8
	  1959 PV544 in progress

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Mon Jul 14 12:26:26 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (kentmclean at comcast.net)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:26:26 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo Timing Gears needed - No Healey Content
Message-ID: <071420081826.2954.487B9A52000150E300000B8A2212020784020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>

"Johnsen, Bernard" wrote:
> Can anyone out there help me locate a Timing Gear Set for a
> Volvo B16 engine ?

Not me, but maybe the people at Swedish Bricks can.

<http://www.swedishbricks.net/>

Sign up for their mailing list and ask them.

-- 
Kent McLean
'59 100 BN2

From jimf at frakes-eng.com  Mon Jul 14 12:34:19 2008
From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:34:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Scrap Wheels Needed.
References: <20080711.080646.620.0.rd_parker@juno.com>
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E42C8EFA@s07.frakes-eng.com>

LOCATION??

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Robert PARKER
Sent: Friday, July 11, 2008 11:07 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Scrap Wheels Needed.

Gentlemen & Ladies,
I am in need of 4 scrapped wires for a project I am working on. They
must
be able to fit my '61 BT& 4 seater. The hubs must be in shape enough to
slide on the vehicle; the wires and outside rim can be junk.
Thanks for anyones help,
Bob.
'61
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 14 12:57:23 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:57:23 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
Message-ID: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hi Listers, Thanks for all the inputs on size et al.

Seems like the best choice for the BJ8 is 5 inch rims with 185/70x15 tires.

Does anyone have any tire vendor recomendations other than Vredestein that
makes a tire in this size????

   Best, Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Sat, 7/12/08, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Subject: BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Saturday, July 12, 2008, 7:43 AM
> Hi listers,
>
> Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size decision.
> Choices seem to be 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch wheels,
> and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as I am aware, 175 are not
> available in US - are they?
>
> So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3) 165 on
> 5.0, 185 on 5.0.
>
> All should work, but which looks best and which works best.
>  if anyone could send me a pic their car wheel with these
> combos it would be appreciated.  I have pics of the std
> 165/4.5, but the other 3 combos would be welcome, with
> comments on experiences.  I am not looking for the
> 'fat' look, so I am interested in the 165/5.0 and
> 185/5.0 combo if anyone uses that option.
>
> Robert
>
>    Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>    

From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Mon Jul 14 13:49:04 2008
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:49:04 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
In-Reply-To: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904DC8@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Robert,
I am in the market also for the same tire. So far I have only found
British Wire Wheel in Fresno.
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Mon Jul 14 17:17:51 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:17:51 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Question I should know the answer to Re: clutch master
In-Reply-To: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904DC8@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
References: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904DC8@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
Message-ID: <84665C24-5884-411B-B177-95400B3ACF44@cox.net>

I'm away from my Healey and--since I finally fired it up again after  
a few years of it sitting in my driveway--the clutch line seems to be  
swollen shut.

Is this something I can replace from under the car without removing  
the tunnel?

Thanks,
Rick
Wilko
San Diego

On Jul 14, 2008, at 12:49 PM, Freese, Ken wrote:

> Robert,
> I am in the market also for the same tire. So far I have only found
> British Wire Wheel in Fresno.
> Ken Freese
> 65 BJ8
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From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Mon Jul 14 17:23:46 2008
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:23:46 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Clutch hose
In-Reply-To: <84665C24-5884-411B-B177-95400B3ACF44@cox.net>
References: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com><0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904DC8@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
	<84665C24-5884-411B-B177-95400B3ACF44@cox.net>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904DDD@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Yes. I would put some plastic sheet under the resevor cap to reduce
leakage then unbolt the slave from the bellhousing and let it dangle
into a pan while you change the hose. Cleanliness is next to Godliness!
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

-

From edwjkeuer at comcast.net  Mon Jul 14 17:47:51 2008
From: edwjkeuer at comcast.net (Edward Keuer)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:47:51 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
Message-ID: <1D8BFC7D-9B6E-4949-B1FD-544DED02F56C@comcast.net>

Hi Philip,

I had the same problem on my '66 BJ8 and Mark Baker had me detach one  
of the two wire connected to that relay and just tape it up,  
effectively eliminating the relay. Now when I flip off the OD, it  
works right away.

Norman is right again!

Edw. J. Keuer
Wheaton, IL

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 14 18:51:40 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:51:40 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
In-Reply-To: <1D8BFC7D-9B6E-4949-B1FD-544DED02F56C@comcast.net>
References: <1D8BFC7D-9B6E-4949-B1FD-544DED02F56C@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807141751o55b00124ub30c97aa64218806@mail.gmail.com>

Ed -

Just don't forget to turn that switch off!!  cccrruuunnnnch!  There's a
reason why the whole OD system on the healeys is set to fail "off" most of
the time, I wouldn't bypass the relay system.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Tue, Jul 15, 2008 at 7:47 AM, Edward Keuer <edwjkeuer at comcast.net> wrote:

> Hi Philip,
>
> I had the same problem on my '66 BJ8 and Mark Baker had me detach one
> of the two wire connected to that relay and just tape it up,
> effectively eliminating the relay. Now when I flip off the OD, it
> works right away.
>
> Norman is right again!
>
> Edw. J. Keuer
> Wheaton, IL

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 14 18:53:42 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:53:42 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Question I should know the answer to Re: clutch master
In-Reply-To: <84665C24-5884-411B-B177-95400B3ACF44@cox.net>
References: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904DC8@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
	<84665C24-5884-411B-B177-95400B3ACF44@cox.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807141753y235f327dt7a0bf342a2bc7e@mail.gmail.com>

Rick -

Yes you can do it - if I recall the easiest way is to disconnect the slave
from the bell housing first then let it drop and unscrew the hose.  But for
my money's worth, you have a roadster and taking the tunnel out of a
roadster frankly doesn't take more than 10 minutes of work.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Tue, Jul 15, 2008 at 7:17 AM, Eric (Rick) Wilkins <e-wilkins at cox.net>
wrote:

> I'm away from my Healey and--since I finally fired it up again after
> a few years of it sitting in my driveway--the clutch line seems to be
> swollen shut.
>
> Is this something I can replace from under the car without removing
> the tunnel?
>
> Thanks,
> Rick
> Wilko
> San Diego

From jsoderling at astound.net  Mon Jul 14 18:54:47 2008
From: jsoderling at astound.net (John Soderling)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:54:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
References: <69195.89859.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0807121818s79d28e8w471f135a36c0af31@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <00c501c8e615$60eac740$ddcfea42@Soderling>

I have 165R15 Kumho tires on 5" rims and they look great, ride great and 
handle great.
Vrooom vrooom,
John
Erika the Red

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
To: <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, July 12, 2008 6:18 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?


> Robert -
> I would only put 165s on 4.5 inch rims.  Kumho tires makes a decent cheap 
> in
> this size.  185s on 4.5 inch rims will be too wide and will not look 
> right.
>
> 185 70 R15 for 5 or 5.5 inch rims.  Vredestein is the current choice for
> this size.  Do NOT put 165s on 5 or 5.5" rims, the tires are too small for
> that width of rim, and will look weird on your car.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
> On Sat, Jul 12, 2008 at 10:43 PM, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> Hi listers,
>>
>> Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size decision.  Choices seem to
>> be
>> 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch wheels, and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as 
>> I
>> am
>> aware, 175 are not available in US - are they?
>>
>> So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3) 165 on 5.0, 185 on 
>> 5.0.
>>
>> All should work, but which looks best and which works best.  if anyone
>> could
>> send me a pic their car wheel with these combos it would be appreciated. 
>> I
>> have pics of the std 165/4.5, but the other 3 combos would be welcome, 
>> with
>> comments on experiences.  I am not looking for the 'fat' look, so I am
>> interested in the 165/5.0 and 185/5.0 combo if anyone uses that option.
>>
>> Robert
>>
>>   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Jul 14 19:12:50 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:12:50 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
Message-ID: <20080715011250.DNOE13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Universal Tire in Hershey Pa.  
> 
> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Date: 2008/07/14 Mon PM 02:57:23 EDT
> To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
> 
> Hi Listers, Thanks for all the inputs on size et al.
> 
> Seems like the best choice for the BJ8 is 5 inch rims with 185/70x15 tires.
> 
> Does anyone have any tire vendor recomendations other than Vredestein that
> makes a tire in this size????
> 
>    Best, Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>    
> 
> 
> 
> --- On Sat, 7/12/08, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:
> 
> > From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> > Subject: BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
> > To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> > Date: Saturday, July 12, 2008, 7:43 AM
> > Hi listers,
> >
> > Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size decision.
> > Choices seem to be 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch wheels,
> > and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as I am aware, 175 are not
> > available in US - are they?
> >
> > So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3) 165 on
> > 5.0, 185 on 5.0.
> >
> > All should work, but which looks best and which works best.
> >  if anyone could send me a pic their car wheel with these
> > combos it would be appreciated.  I have pics of the std
> > 165/4.5, but the other 3 combos would be welcome, with
> > comments on experiences.  I am not looking for the
> > 'fat' look, so I am interested in the 165/5.0 and
> > 185/5.0 combo if anyone uses that option.
> >
> > Robert
> >
> >    Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
> >    
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From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Mon Jul 14 19:32:54 2008
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:32:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
References: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <289FAE3EE7604E568BF18AE155FE2940@your4dacd0ea75>

"As far as I am aware, 175 are not available in US - are they?"

Robert,  175/80R15 blackwall radials listed as BFG, is available from Coker 
Tire Company. I have been looking for this size and found these, but have 
not had any feedback from anyone using them. They are so inexpensive I have 
been leery of them.

Maybe someone on the list has tried them and will give an appraisal.?

http://store.coker.com/search.php?mode=search&by_title=Y&by_shortdescr=Y&by_fulldescr=Y&substring=175/80R15

Dallas



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 14, 2008 2:57 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final....


> Hi Listers, Thanks for all the inputs on size et al.
>
> Seems like the best choice for the BJ8 is 5 inch rims with 185/70x15 
> tires.
>
> Does anyone have any tire vendor recomendations other than Vredestein that
> makes a tire in this size????
  Best, Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com


> --- On Sat, 7/12/08, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
>> Subject: BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
>> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Date: Saturday, July 12, 2008, 7:43 AM
>> Hi listers,
>>
>> Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size decision.
>> Choices seem to be 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch wheels,
>> and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as I am aware, 175 are not
>> available in US - are they?
>>
>> So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3) 165 on
>> 5.0, 185 on 5.0.

From jackson_krall at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 14 19:52:48 2008
From: jackson_krall at yahoo.com (Jackson Krall)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:52:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo Timing Gears needed - No Healey Content
In-Reply-To: <212DD23A1FC4D74BA8265F76926DF1200A53FE@XMBIL101.northgrum.com>
Message-ID: <11810.71286.qm@web52406.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Try www.autodisassemblyvolvo.com 
1 800 351 9964
Best
JK
--- On Mon, 7/14/08, Johnsen, Bernard <bernard.johnsen at ngc.com> wrote:

> From: Johnsen, Bernard <bernard.johnsen at ngc.com>
> Subject: [Healeys] Volvo Timing Gears needed - No Healey Content
> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Monday, July 14, 2008, 1:46 PM
> Healey Folks -
> 	Can anyone out there help me locate a Timing Gear Set for
> a
> Volvo B16 engine ?
> 	- Bernie Johnsen
> 	  1967 BJ8
> 	  1959 PV544 in progress

From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Jul 14 21:12:54 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:12:54 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
References: <1D8BFC7D-9B6E-4949-B1FD-544DED02F56C@comcast.net>
	<ff59076c0807141751o55b00124ub30c97aa64218806@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <011001c8e628$acda3100$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Just don't forget to turn that switch off!!  cccrruuunnnnch!  There's a reason why the whole OD system on the healeys is set to fail "off" most of the time, I wouldn't bypass the relay system.>>

Boy Alan, are we IN agreement here!!!  er UNLESS the $50 part is worth the 'chance' of destroying the O.D.!!!

Gotta "know when to fold 'em, know when to hold 'em" is the way it goes as I recall!!<G>

From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Jul 14 22:11:50 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:11:50 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
References: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<289FAE3EE7604E568BF18AE155FE2940@your4dacd0ea75>
Message-ID: <01e901c8e630$e8d5e610$6501a8c0@shop>

Dallas:

<<They are so inexpensive I have been leery of them.>>

As it IS Coker Tire, I would NOT 'be leery' AS LONG AS the date codes are not over a year or 2 old!! 

Some info on my site in "Various Articles".

Ed
Please visit my site at:    www.justbrits.com

From philritten at aol.com  Mon Jul 14 21:13:37 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 23:13:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
In-Reply-To: <011001c8e628$acda3100$6501a8c0@shop>
References: <1D8BFC7D-9B6E-4949-B1FD-544DED02F56C@comcast.net>
	<ff59076c0807141751o55b00124ub30c97aa64218806@mail.gmail.com>
	<011001c8e628$acda3100$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <8CAB43FE876C87F-7D0-B37@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>

The person who owned my car (two owners ago) was a master mechanic and took out the relay entirely. I didn't even know I was supposed to have it until someone at the conclave told me.?My car works wonderfully without it. One person suggested I clutch when flipping the switch on and off, but it worked fine before I started doing this. Has anyone else removed it completely? Also, I haven't had any problems if I forget to turn it off except it acts like I'm in too high a gear (which clues me in)

Phil


-----Original Message-----
From: Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com>
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 8:12 pm
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out



<<Just don't forget to turn that switch off!!  cccrruuunnnnch!  There's a reason 
why the whole OD system on the healeys is set to fail "off" most of the time, I 
wouldn't bypass the relay system.>>

Boy Alan, are we IN agreement here!!!  er UNLESS the $50 part is worth the 
'chance' of destroying the O.D.!!!

Gotta "know when to fold 'em, know when to hold 'em" is the way it goes as I 
recall!!<G>
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 14 21:33:49 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:33:49 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
In-Reply-To: <8CAB43FE876C87F-7D0-B37@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>
References: <1D8BFC7D-9B6E-4949-B1FD-544DED02F56C@comcast.net>
	<ff59076c0807141751o55b00124ub30c97aa64218806@mail.gmail.com>
	<011001c8e628$acda3100$6501a8c0@shop>
	<8CAB43FE876C87F-7D0-B37@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807142033j48b1b37ap75f55b122e426e85@mail.gmail.com>

Phil -

If he really was a master mechanic, he would not have removed the relays.
The relays are typically very easy and cheap to fix without replacement.
Sounds to me he didn't know much about the cars.

You definitely do not want to be using the OD without the relays - they are
there for several very good reasons.  Unless you are a racer and very
knowledgeable about the cars, the relays were put in there specifically for
the average user to prevent them from destroying their ODs.  I'd spend the
time and effort to try to rig all the relays up again, it wouldn't be a very
difficult job, frankly, and will make driving the car much more
pleasurable.  One of the small pleasures about driving these cars is when I
blip the throttle to cut the OD out of 4th coming off the highway.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Tue, Jul 15, 2008 at 11:13 AM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:

> The person who owned my car (two owners ago) was a master mechanic and took
> out the relay entirely. I didn't even know I was supposed to have it until
> someone at the conclave told me.?My car works wonderfully without it. One
> person suggested I clutch when flipping the switch on and off, but it worked
> fine before I started doing this. Has anyone else removed it completely?
> Also, I haven't had any problems if I forget to turn it off except it acts
> like I'm in too high a gear (which clues me in)
>
> Phil
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com>
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Sent: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 8:12 pm
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
>
>
>
> <<Just don't forget to turn that switch off!!  cccrruuunnnnch!  There's a
> reason
> why the whole OD system on the healeys is set to fail "off" most of the
> time, I
> wouldn't bypass the relay system.>>
>
> Boy Alan, are we IN agreement here!!!  er UNLESS the $50 part is worth the
> 'chance' of destroying the O.D.!!!
>
> Gotta "know when to fold 'em, know when to hold 'em" is the way it goes as
> I
> recall!!<G>
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>
> You are subscribed as philritten at aol.com
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From philritten at aol.com  Mon Jul 14 21:44:56 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 23:44:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd:  Missfire followup 1
In-Reply-To: <8CAB441BA126F4D-7D0-BE8@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>
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	<487B57DF.4090807@comcast.net> <487B59F3.1060201@comcast.net>
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-----Original Message-----
From: philritten at aol.com
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 8:26 pm
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1


Thank you all for your input. I bought a plug socket (I was using a regular deep walled socket before) and it gave enough clearance to get #6 off. A couple of the center shafts came out of the plugs when I removed them. I pulled the slightly used plugs, cap, rotor from my project Healey and put them on and it seems to be working fine. I still hear the puffing noise, and am still getting pinging under hard acceleration. Hopefully, tweaking the timing will help get rid of the pinging.
?
If I'm looking over the radiator to check the timing, BTC is right of mark correct? There is only one mark, not multiple marks like on some cars how do I judge 10 BTC?

Thanks again!



! 

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 14 23:04:01 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:04:01 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
In-Reply-To: <00c501c8e615$60eac740$ddcfea42@Soderling>
Message-ID: <476391.3838.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

John,

Thanks - turns out the 165x15 is the SAME diameter as the 185/70x15 - 25.25
inches.  The difference is of course the width of the tread on the road - 5.1
vs 7.4 inches - 2 more inches on the road, and of course 20mm more in tire
width wall to wall.  Obviously they will look different - can you post a 3/4
view jpg of your front and rear 165x15 on the 5 inch rim?

Best, Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Mon, 7/14/08, John Soderling <jsoderling at astound.net> wrote:

> From: John Soderling <jsoderling at astound.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>, "Alan Seigrist"
<healey.nut at gmail.com>
> Date: Monday, July 14, 2008, 5:54 PM
> I have 165R15 Kumho tires on 5" rims and they look
> great, ride great and
> handle great.
> Vrooom vrooom,
> John
> Erika the Red
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Alan Seigrist"
> <healey.nut at gmail.com>
> To: <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Saturday, July 12, 2008 6:18 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
>
>
> > Robert -
> > I would only put 165s on 4.5 inch rims.  Kumho tires
> makes a decent cheap
> > in
> > this size.  185s on 4.5 inch rims will be too wide and
> will not look
> > right.
> >
> > 185 70 R15 for 5 or 5.5 inch rims.  Vredestein is the
> current choice for
> > this size.  Do NOT put 165s on 5 or 5.5" rims,
> the tires are too small for
> > that width of rim, and will look weird on your car.
> >
> > Alan
> >
> > '52 A90
> > '53 BN1
> > '64 BJ8
> >
> > On Sat, Jul 12, 2008 at 10:43 PM, Robert Blair
> <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:
> >
> >> Hi listers,
> >>
> >> Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size
> decision.  Choices seem to
> >> be
> >> 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch wheels, and 2) 165
> or 185 tires.  As far as
> >> I
> >> am
> >> aware, 175 are not available in US - are they?
> >>
> >> So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3)
> 165 on 5.0, 185 on
> >> 5.0.
> >>
> >> All should work, but which looks best and which
> works best.  if anyone
> >> could
> >> send me a pic their car wheel with these combos it
> would be appreciated.
> >> I
> >> have pics of the std 165/4.5, but the other 3
> combos would be welcome,
> >> with
> >> comments on experiences.  I am not looking for the
> 'fat' look, so I am
> >> interested in the 165/5.0 and 185/5.0 combo if
> anyone uses that option.
> >>
> >> Robert
> >>
> >>   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8
> rnbmail at yahoo.com
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From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Mon Jul 14 23:11:32 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:11:32 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
Message-ID: <1216098691.487c3184117c8@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

FWIW
The most important electrical protection switch is the gearbox mounted item 
that cuts power to the solenoid when the gear selector mechanism is in the 1st-
2nd plane and reverse. Reverse being the critical condition with the overdrive 
mechanical and cone clutches. The throttle switch relay is a switching system 
that avoids O/D engagement at low speed/revs and high torque.None of my cars in 
40 years has had the throttle connected and I have never had an O/D failure 
even with using the O/D in hillclimbs, sprints and fast mountain pass driving. 
I am sure works Rally cars did not have throttle relays fitted. QUESTION how 
many of todays drivers are using their accelerators to extremes?

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Mon Jul 14 23:11:35 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:11:35 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
Message-ID: <1216098695.487c3187c9b28@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

FWIW
The most important electrical protection switch is the gearbox mounted item 
that cuts power to the solenoid when the gear selector mechanism is in the 1st-
2nd plane and reverse. Reverse being the critical condition with the overdrive 
mechanical and cone clutches. The throttle switch relay is a switching system 
that avoids O/D engagement at low speed/revs and high torque.None of my cars in 
40 years has had the throttle connected and I have never had an O/D failure 
even with using the O/D in hillclimbs, sprints and fast mountain pass driving. 
I am sure works Rally cars did not have throttle relays fitted. QUESTION how 
many of todays drivers are using their accelerators to extremes?

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 14 23:17:16 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:17:16 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
In-Reply-To: <289FAE3EE7604E568BF18AE155FE2940@your4dacd0ea75>
Message-ID: <771912.13831.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hi, I looked at the site and the bfg web site and no pics or specs there
either - not very encouraging.

   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Mon, 7/14/08, Dallas Congleton <dcongleton at embarqmail.com> wrote:

> From: Dallas Congleton <dcongleton at embarqmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
> To: rnbmail at yahoo.com, "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Monday, July 14, 2008, 6:32 PM
> "As far as I am aware, 175 are not available in US -
> are they?"
>
> Robert,  175/80R15 blackwall radials listed as BFG, is
> available from Coker
> Tire Company. I have been looking for this size and found
> these, but have
> not had any feedback from anyone using them. They are so
> inexpensive I have
> been leery of them.
>
> Maybe someone on the list has tried them and will give an
> appraisal.?
>
>
http://store.coker.com/search.php?mode=search&by_title=Y&by_shortdescr=Y&by_f
ulldescr=Y&substring=175/80R15
>
> Dallas
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, July 14, 2008 2:57 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final....
>
>
> > Hi Listers, Thanks for all the inputs on size et al.
> >
> > Seems like the best choice for the BJ8 is 5 inch rims
> with 185/70x15
> > tires.
> >
> > Does anyone have any tire vendor recomendations other
> than Vredestein that
> > makes a tire in this size????
>   Best, Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>
>
> > --- On Sat, 7/12/08, Robert Blair
> <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:
> >
> >> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> >> Subject: BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
> >> To: "Healey List"
> <healeys at autox.team.net>
> >> Date: Saturday, July 12, 2008, 7:43 AM
> >> Hi listers,
> >>
> >> Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size
> decision.
> >> Choices seem to be 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch
> wheels,
> >> and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as I am aware,
> 175 are not
> >> available in US - are they?
> >>
> >> So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3)
> 165 on
> >> 5.0, 185 on 5.0.

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Mon Jul 14 23:47:40 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:47:40 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] TIRES
Message-ID: <1216100860.487c39fc9faf8@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

Check www.dunloptires.com. They say the correct nominal rim size is 70% of the 
manufactures tire section size ( plus or minus a bit ).Therefore a 165 tire 
suits 4.5 inch rim, 175 a 4.8inch,185 a 5.0inch and 195 a 5.3inch. The 
selection criteria should be the correct width of tire to rim as that affects 
the amount and position at which the tire flexes = heat build-up. Next select 
an aspect ratio that best suits you desired overall diameter and therefore 
rolling circumference. Obviously we can adjust the width/section size to rim 
size a small degree.
Joe

From greylinn at ozemail.com.au  Tue Jul 15 04:17:58 2008
From: greylinn at ozemail.com.au (Peter Linn)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:17:58 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] New car!
Message-ID: <61E6C32E20944F3EACF5C5FC625BF338@PeterPC>

G'day list

I've just acquired BN1/223926 to keep the Ward Special company. This car left
the factory on 10 February 1955, 2 weeks after the Ward Special's first
incarnation was built. It was a Healey blue with blue RHD export, which was
delivered new here in Brisbane. It very nearly met its end in a paddock after
a fatal accident but was rescued by Bob Whittred who has done much of the hard
work (chassis & body) with not a lot to start with. He didn't have a
drivetrain so has fitted a Holden V6 and auto transmission (hmmm!) The car has
a Wolseley 6/110 sourced disc brake front end, telescopic shocks and Wolseley
3.54 diff. It also has 100/6 disc wheels, widened with Chrysler rims and with
knock-ons in the centre to simulate Dunlop alloys a la record breaker.

I currently have to decide whether to stay with the Holden motor (compliance
issues) or to source an orignal type motor. I prefer the latter route - so any
Aussie listers with a 4 cylinder motor or parts thereof they're prepared to
part with, let me know!

Cheers

Peter Linn
Brisbane Oz
BN1 Ward Special coupe
BN1 not quite nasty boy

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Tue Jul 15 04:28:18 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:28:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: Missfire followup 1
In-Reply-To: <8CAB444486F9DE5-7D0-CBC@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>
References: <8CAB2B938ACA1E2-142C-2C88@webmail-nb08.sysops.aol.com>
	<487B57DF.4090807@comcast.net> <487B59F3.1060201@comcast.net>
	<8CAB441BA126F4D-7D0-BE8@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>
	<8CAB444486F9DE5-7D0-CBC@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807150328q56f0bdd3kee2ca43c2e0e92ca@mail.gmail.com>

It's about 1/2 inch.   See the Ignition Timing Specs on Jim Werner's site:
http://hometown.aol.com/bgahc/jimwerner.html

- Tom

On Mon, Jul 14, 2008 at 11:44 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:

> -----Original Message-----
> From: philritten at aol.com
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Sent: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 8:26 pm
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Missfire followup 1
>
>
> Thank you all for your input. I bought a plug socket (I was using a regular
> deep walled socket before) and it gave enough clearance to get #6 off. A
> couple of the center shafts came out of the plugs when I removed them. I
> pulled the slightly used plugs, cap, rotor from my project Healey and put
> them on and it seems to be working fine. I still hear the puffing noise, and
> am still getting pinging under hard acceleration. Hopefully, tweaking the
> timing will help get rid of the pinging.
> ?
> If I'm looking over the radiator to check the timing, BTC is right of mark
> correct? There is only one mark, not multiple marks like on some cars how do
> I judge 10 BTC?
>
> Thanks again!
>
>
>
> !
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From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Tue Jul 15 06:11:39 2008
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:11:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
References: <476391.3838.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4776ED995B6945B5B746F8640D849D65@your4dacd0ea75>

Robert:
"turns out the 165x15 is the SAME diameter as the 185/70x15 - 25.25 inches"

The tire size table I am using shows the 175/80R15 as 26.02 in o.d.; tire 
width 6.89.
The 165R15 is shown as 25.65 o.d.;  tire width 6.5.

This probably varies some by manufacturer, but 1/2 inch diameter on a Healey 
is worth considering, especially on the rear.
Dallas


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>; "Alan Seigrist" 
<healey.nut at gmail.com>; "John Soderling" <jsoderling at astound.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:04 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?


> John,
>
> Thanks - turns out the 165x15 is the SAME diameter as the 185/70x15 - 
> 25.25
> inches.  The difference is of course the width of the tread on the road - 
> 5.1
> vs 7.4 inches - 2 more inches on the road, and of course 20mm more in tire
> width wall to wall.  Obviously they will look different - can you post a 
> 3/4
> view jpg of your front and rear 165x15 on the 5 inch rim?
>
> Best, Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Tue Jul 15 06:12:46 2008
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:12:46 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
References: <305119.49976.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com><289FAE3EE7604E568BF18AE155FE2940@your4dacd0ea75>
	<01e901c8e630$e8d5e610$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <C49FE4B646BF4746B60923D07094C168@your4dacd0ea75>

Ed, thanks for the vote for Coker, but the old days are gone. Many of 
Coker's tires are now being outsourced, many to Vietnam. This may be good or 
bad but remember the main reason any product is outsourced is to have them 
made cheaper, which isn't always labor cost. We know that one of the first 
casualties in these facilities is quality control.
I have asked around before about these 175/80R15 BFG tires and haven't found 
anyone that has used them. BF Goodrich doesn't list them on their site, so 
the tires must be a Coker imitation.

Dallas


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ed's Shop" <shop at justbrits.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 12:11 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final....


> Dallas:
>
> <<They are so inexpensive I have been leery of them.>>
>
> As it IS Coker Tire, I would NOT 'be leery' AS LONG AS the date codes are 
> not over a year or 2 old!!
>
> Some info on my site in "Various Articles".
>
> Ed
> Please visit my site at:    www.justbrits.com

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul 15 06:42:13 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:42:13 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD Throttle
	Switch
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807150542l10a38e62g60c7e8e95449a24f@mail.gmail.com>

Hi Guys -

I've gotten into a bit of an unsolicited pissing match with a British car
mechanic off list and I'd like to get your opinion.  He contacted me, I
don't know anything about him.

He has a client on this list who is relatively new to Healeys and his client
has quizzed him about the non-functioning OD throttle switch on his Healey
after reading this list.

Without getting into the whole business of who said what to whom, these are
the opinions:

   - Me - In my opinion, I counseled the mechanic that he should fix the OD
   throttle switch because it's relatively cheap and easy to fix, and adds to
   the total driving experience of a Healey.  I figure if the new Healey owner
   doesn't know that much about Healeys, he would probably want the switch
   working if he knew what it did.  Plus I just think its easy enough to fix
   and makes the car more fun to drive.


   - The Mechanic in Question - In his opinion he feels that the OD throttle
   switch is "troublesome" and wasn't put on Triumphs or Jags that use the same
   OD.  He figures if they didn't put this switch on a Jaguar, it's pointless
   to try to get the switch to work on a Healey and it's better to just bypass
   the OD throttle switch altogether and avoid the whole thing - switch on and
   switch off is good enough.

What say all of you professional mechanics & restoreres out there?  Am I
right or is he right?

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From jimf at frakes-eng.com  Tue Jul 15 07:40:12 2008
From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:40:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 ThrottleSwitch
References: <ff59076c0807150542l10a38e62g60c7e8e95449a24f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E42C8F1A@s07.frakes-eng.com>

Believe me, mine was out of adjustment on a recent trip and it was a
pain. But, lazy as I am, I waited until I returned to mess with it. Now,
it is sooooo much better, I can't believe I did not take the time on the
road.

Jim

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Alan Seigrist
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 8:42 AM
To: Healey
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
ThrottleSwitch

Hi Guys -

I've gotten into a bit of an unsolicited pissing match with a British
car
mechanic off list and I'd like to get your opinion.  He contacted me, I
don't know anything about him.

He has a client on this list who is relatively new to Healeys and his
client
has quizzed him about the non-functioning OD throttle switch on his
Healey
after reading this list.

Without getting into the whole business of who said what to whom, these
are
the opinions:

   - Me - In my opinion, I counseled the mechanic that he should fix the
OD
   throttle switch because it's relatively cheap and easy to fix, and
adds to
   the total driving experience of a Healey.  I figure if the new Healey
owner
   doesn't know that much about Healeys, he would probably want the
switch
   working if he knew what it did.  Plus I just think its easy enough to
fix
   and makes the car more fun to drive.


   - The Mechanic in Question - In his opinion he feels that the OD
throttle
   switch is "troublesome" and wasn't put on Triumphs or Jags that use
the same
   OD.  He figures if they didn't put this switch on a Jaguar, it's
pointless
   to try to get the switch to work on a Healey and it's better to just
bypass
   the OD throttle switch altogether and avoid the whole thing - switch
on and
   switch off is good enough.

What say all of you professional mechanics & restoreres out there?  Am I
right or is he right?

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8
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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Tue Jul 15 08:04:03 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (kentmclean at comcast.net)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:04:03 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] New car!
Message-ID: <071520081404.9208.487CAE53000637B2000023F82216566276020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>

Peter Linn wrote:
> I currently have to decide whether to stay with the Holden motor (compliance
> issues) or to source an orignal type motor. I prefer the latter route - so any
> Aussie listers with a 4 cylinder motor or parts thereof they're prepared to
> part with, let me know!

How about a "green" Healey? Drop-in a diesel and run it on 
vegetable oil.

Years ago some (Dennis Welch?) put a London taxi diesel
4 cylinder in a 100. IIRC, it was pretty much a straight drop-in
(being similar blocks), with the difficulty being the change to
the diesel bits.  

Good luck sourcing a 4-cylinder eninge, gas or oil burner.

--
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From JNBrashear at garverengineers.com  Tue Jul 15 08:08:15 2008
From: JNBrashear at garverengineers.com (Brashear, Jack, N)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:08:15 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 ThrottleSwitch
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807150542l10a38e62g60c7e8e95449a24f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2D0989D186D44349BE853EE6CFC87AE603F54E8C@glitas07.garverinc.local>

G'morning Alan.  I do mechanical restoration of Healeys for a few local
friends and customers.  So for me, the correct answer has always been
Owner's Choice.  I bought my tricarb early in 1963 and bypassed that
switch long ago and drove that way for many years before installing the
5-speed.  Just a simple flip of the dash toggle switch ON or OFF was all
I needed to do.  I'd just hate for the newbie owner to be influenced by
someone else without knowing both sides of the issue.  Maybe the new guy
leans toward the purist school in which case he'd demand using the OD
throttle switch.  Or...maybe he'll come over to the dark side...??
Jack

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+jnbrashear=garverengineers.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+jnbrashear=garverengineers.com at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 7:42 AM
To: Healey
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
ThrottleSwitch

Hi Guys -

I've gotten into a bit of an unsolicited pissing match with a British
car
mechanic off list and I'd like to get your opinion.  He contacted me, I
don't know anything about him.

He has a client on this list who is relatively new to Healeys and his
client
has quizzed him about the non-functioning OD throttle switch on his
Healey
after reading this list.

Without getting into the whole business of who said what to whom, these
are
the opinions:

   - Me - In my opinion, I counseled the mechanic that he should fix the
OD
   throttle switch because it's relatively cheap and easy to fix, and
adds to
   the total driving experience of a Healey.  I figure if the new Healey
owner
   doesn't know that much about Healeys, he would probably want the
switch
   working if he knew what it did.  Plus I just think its easy enough to
fix
   and makes the car more fun to drive.


   - The Mechanic in Question - In his opinion he feels that the OD
throttle
   switch is "troublesome" and wasn't put on Triumphs or Jags that use
the same
   OD.  He figures if they didn't put this switch on a Jaguar, it's
pointless
   to try to get the switch to work on a Healey and it's better to just
bypass
   the OD throttle switch altogether and avoid the whole thing - switch
on and
   switch off is good enough.

What say all of you professional mechanics & restoreres out there?  Am I
right or is he right?

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Jul 15 08:11:32 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:11:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 ThrottleSwitch
References: <ff59076c0807150542l10a38e62g60c7e8e95449a24f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <01bc01c8e684$af16fcd0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

The main purpose of the throttle switch (besides being fun to use) is that 
when correctly set it won't allow the overdrive to disengage and shock the 
entire power train down into the non overdrive ratio (and possibly cause 
harm) if the throttle is closed. In other words correctly set it requires 
the slight increase in throttle to raise the engine speed to meet the 
disengagement of the overdrive and effect a smooth downshift.
It cost time and money to install every one on the cars when new. If the 
engineers didn't think it was necessary, they wouldn't have installed it.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
To: "Healey" <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 8:42 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD 
ThrottleSwitch


> Hi Guys -
>
> I've gotten into a bit of an unsolicited pissing match with a British car
> mechanic off list and I'd like to get your opinion.  He contacted me, I
> don't know anything about him.
>
> He has a client on this list who is relatively new to Healeys and his 
> client
> has quizzed him about the non-functioning OD throttle switch on his Healey
> after reading this list.
>
> Without getting into the whole business of who said what to whom, these 
> are
> the opinions:
>
>   - Me - In my opinion, I counseled the mechanic that he should fix the OD
>   throttle switch because it's relatively cheap and easy to fix, and adds 
> to
>   the total driving experience of a Healey.  I figure if the new Healey 
> owner
>   doesn't know that much about Healeys, he would probably want the switch
>   working if he knew what it did.  Plus I just think its easy enough to 
> fix
>   and makes the car more fun to drive.
>
>
>   - The Mechanic in Question - In his opinion he feels that the OD 
> throttle
>   switch is "troublesome" and wasn't put on Triumphs or Jags that use the 
> same
>   OD.  He figures if they didn't put this switch on a Jaguar, it's 
> pointless
>   to try to get the switch to work on a Healey and it's better to just 
> bypass
>   the OD throttle switch altogether and avoid the whole thing - switch on 
> and
>   switch off is good enough.
>
> What say all of you professional mechanics & restoreres out there?  Am I
> right or is he right?
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
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From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Tue Jul 15 08:30:28 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:30:28 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle Switch
In-Reply-To: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E42C8F1A@s07.frakes-eng.com>
Message-ID: <20080715143014.8449618764F@autox.team.net>

Alan,
 I'm doing a XK150 DHC restoration as we speak. It IS equipped with the
relay and throttle switch. So your guy is not entirely correct. FWIW

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Frakes, Jim
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 7:40 AM
To: Alan Seigrist; Healey
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
ThrottleSwitch

Believe me, mine was out of adjustment on a recent trip and it was a
pain. But, lazy as I am, I waited until I returned to mess with it. Now,
it is sooooo much better, I can't believe I did not take the time on the
road.

Jim

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Alan Seigrist
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 8:42 AM
To: Healey
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
ThrottleSwitch

Hi Guys -

I've gotten into a bit of an unsolicited pissing match with a British
car
mechanic off list and I'd like to get your opinion.  He contacted me, I
don't know anything about him.

He has a client on this list who is relatively new to Healeys and his
client
has quizzed him about the non-functioning OD throttle switch on his
Healey
after reading this list.

Without getting into the whole business of who said what to whom, these
are
the opinions:

   - Me - In my opinion, I counseled the mechanic that he should fix the
OD
   throttle switch because it's relatively cheap and easy to fix, and
adds to
   the total driving experience of a Healey.  I figure if the new Healey
owner
   doesn't know that much about Healeys, he would probably want the
switch
   working if he knew what it did.  Plus I just think its easy enough to
fix
   and makes the car more fun to drive.


   - The Mechanic in Question - In his opinion he feels that the OD
throttle
   switch is "troublesome" and wasn't put on Triumphs or Jags that use
the same
   OD.  He figures if they didn't put this switch on a Jaguar, it's
pointless
   to try to get the switch to work on a Healey and it's better to just
bypass
   the OD throttle switch altogether and avoid the whole thing - switch
on and
   switch off is good enough.

What say all of you professional mechanics & restoreres out there?  Am I
right or is he right?

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul 15 08:45:51 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:45:51 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] New car!
In-Reply-To: <61E6C32E20944F3EACF5C5FC625BF338@PeterPC>
References: <61E6C32E20944F3EACF5C5FC625BF338@PeterPC>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807150745g6235478bj23b20a069224d8ad@mail.gmail.com>

Peter -

I may be willing to part with a spare complete Austin Atlantic motor that I
have in California.  I believe it is in good rebuildable condition although
the motor is seized at this time.  It's complete with manifolds, starter &
carbs (the original H4s on the Atlantic have taller dashpots although if you
can source dashpot tops and pistons the A90's carby bodies are otherwise the
same). You will have to source a new rocker (go to
http://www.rockerarms.com/ and get a new roller rocker!), rocker studs and
pushrods as it uses the early Atlantic style rocker & pushrod which is quite
complex (but actually is a very good set up to cut rocker noise):

http://picasaweb.google.com/Healey.Nut/HealeyNutSCarStuff

Other than that, the motor is visually and mechanically identical (except
distributor clamp is mounted with one bolt instead of on the 100 where it
has two), and starter uses three mount bolts originally, but filing off the
third mount makes it identical to the 100.

Have a think about it.  It will take me a month or two to get it all sorted.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Tue, Jul 15, 2008 at 6:17 PM, Peter Linn <greylinn at ozemail.com.au> wrote:

> G'day list
>
> I've just acquired BN1/223926 to keep the Ward Special company. This car
> left
> the factory on 10 February 1955, 2 weeks after the Ward Special's first
> incarnation was built. It was a Healey blue with blue RHD export, which was
> delivered new here in Brisbane. It very nearly met its end in a paddock
> after
> a fatal accident but was rescued by Bob Whittred who has done much of the
> hard
> work (chassis & body) with not a lot to start with. He didn't have a
> drivetrain so has fitted a Holden V6 and auto transmission (hmmm!) The car
> has
> a Wolseley 6/110 sourced disc brake front end, telescopic shocks and
> Wolseley
> 3.54 diff. It also has 100/6 disc wheels, widened with Chrysler rims and
> with
> knock-ons in the centre to simulate Dunlop alloys a la record breaker.
>
> I currently have to decide whether to stay with the Holden motor
> (compliance
> issues) or to source an orignal type motor. I prefer the latter route - so
> any
> Aussie listers with a 4 cylinder motor or parts thereof they're prepared to
> part with, let me know!
>
> Cheers
>
> Peter Linn
> Brisbane Oz
> BN1 Ward Special coupe
> BN1 not quite nasty boy

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul 15 08:46:36 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:46:36 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] New car!
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807150745g6235478bj23b20a069224d8ad@mail.gmail.com>
References: <61E6C32E20944F3EACF5C5FC625BF338@PeterPC>
	<ff59076c0807150745g6235478bj23b20a069224d8ad@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807150746o2ccbea28p591ed0c99c49ca00@mail.gmail.com>

Ooops apologies to the list, that was supposed to be for Peter only.

Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From randerson33 at triad.rr.com  Tue Jul 15 08:55:02 2008
From: randerson33 at triad.rr.com (randerson33 at triad.rr.com)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:55:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
Message-ID: <13634273.2164121216133702893.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web27-z02>

Dallas,

We called and these tires were manufactured around the turn of the century.
They are to old for me to use or sell.

Jerry Anderson
Hendrix Wire Wheel
---- Dallas Congleton <dcongleton at embarqmail.com> wrote: 
> Ed, thanks for the vote for Coker, but the old days are gone. Many of 
> Coker's tires are now being outsourced, many to Vietnam. This may be good or 
> bad but remember the main reason any product is outsourced is to have them 
> made cheaper, which isn't always labor cost. We know that one of the first 
> casualties in these facilities is quality control.
> I have asked around before about these 175/80R15 BFG tires and haven't found 
> anyone that has used them. BF Goodrich doesn't list them on their site, so 
> the tires must be a Coker imitation.
> 
> Dallas
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Ed's Shop" <shop at justbrits.com>
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 12:11 AM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final....
> 
> 
> > Dallas:
> >
> > <<They are so inexpensive I have been leery of them.>>
> >
> > As it IS Coker Tire, I would NOT 'be leery' AS LONG AS the date codes are 
> > not over a year or 2 old!!
> >
> > Some info on my site in "Various Articles".
> >
> > Ed
> > Please visit my site at:    www.justbrits.com
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From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Tue Jul 15 09:08:32 2008
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:08:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
References: <13634273.2164121216133702893.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web27-z02>
Message-ID: <5A5BDEA56B934BF0A55753853993FDFD@your4dacd0ea75>

Thanks Jerry for a definitive answer.  This explains the availability as 
this size is reported as not currently manufactured; and also the low price-

I guess someone might want them for rollers on a show car.

Dallas

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <randerson33 at triad.rr.com>
To: "Dallas Congleton" <dcongleton at embarqmail.com>
Cc: "Ed's Shop" <shop at justbrits.com>; "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 10:55 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final....


> Dallas,
>
> We called and these tires were manufactured around the turn of the 
> century.
> They are to old for me to use or sell.
>
> Jerry Anderson
> Hendrix Wire Wheel
> ---- Dallas Congleton <dcongleton at embarqmail.com> wrote:


>> Ed, thanks for the vote for Coker, but the old days are gone. Many of
>> Coker's tires are now being outsourced, many to Vietnam. This may be good 
>> or
>> bad but remember the main reason any product is outsourced is to have 
>> them
>> made cheaper, which isn't always labor cost. We know that one of the 
>> first
>> casualties in these facilities is quality control.
>> I have asked around before about these 175/80R15 BFG tires and haven't 
>> found
>> anyone that has used them. BF Goodrich doesn't list them on their site, 
>> so
>> the tires must be a Coker imitation.
>>
>> Dallas

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 15 09:19:31 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:19:31 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Research is helping.
In-Reply-To: <4776ED995B6945B5B746F8640D849D65@your4dacd0ea75>
Message-ID: <61162.25737.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Dallas, Thanks, I agree. This has gotten complicated due to the limited size
choices available today - ie no 175R15 for the 4 1/2 or 5 rim.

The original tire size for the Healey was 590x15 which had a diameter of
almost exactly 26 inches.  Interestingly todays closest equiv would be the
185R15 at 26 inches - which looks too fat on the std 4 1/2 inch rims.
However, it looks fine on a 5 inch rim with its narrower 6 inch footprint.

While a lot of folks seem to like the look of the 185/70-15 with a diameter of
25.25 inches and the 165R15 with a diameter of 25.25 inches - they are both at
least 1/2 an inch under the original diameter - which is of course emphasized
by the higher rear suspension.

As I will use 5 rims, I am limited to the choice of 185R15, 185/70R15, or
165R15 - all within 25.25 to 26 inch dia.  As I do not like the fat footprint
look/about 7 inches, but do like a full wheel well, I am now leaning toward
the 185R15 Vredestein which has the narrower 3 band tread pattern/6 inches and
a 26 inch diameter.  Make sense?

   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Tue, 7/15/08, Dallas Congleton <dcongleton at embarqmail.com> wrote:

> From: Dallas Congleton <dcongleton at embarqmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
> To: rnbmail at yahoo.com, "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 5:11 AM
> Robert:
> "turns out the 165x15 is the SAME diameter as the
> 185/70x15 - 25.25 inches"
>
> The tire size table I am using shows the 175/80R15 as 26.02
> in o.d.; tire
> width 6.89.
> The 165R15 is shown as 25.65 o.d.;  tire width 6.5.
>
> This probably varies some by manufacturer, but 1/2 inch
> diameter on a Healey
> is worth considering, especially on the rear.
> Dallas
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>;
> "Alan Seigrist"
> <healey.nut at gmail.com>; "John Soderling"
> <jsoderling at astound.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:04 AM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
>
>
> > John,
> >
> > Thanks - turns out the 165x15 is the SAME diameter as
> the 185/70x15 -
> > 25.25
> > inches.  The difference is of course the width of the
> tread on the road -
> > 5.1
> > vs 7.4 inches - 2 more inches on the road, and of
> course 20mm more in tire
> > width wall to wall.  Obviously they will look
> different - can you post a
> > 3/4
> > view jpg of your front and rear 165x15 on the 5 inch
> rim?
> >
> > Best, Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8
> rnbmail at yahoo.com

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jul 15 09:54:39 2008
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:54:39 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
In-Reply-To: <771912.13831.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <771912.13831.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <9095C46A-018D-40F5-AE78-D36CFA488556@sbcglobal.net>

This is a site I use to show the different tire sizes, you can put in  
two different sizes and then compare them

http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html







David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Jul 14, 2008, at 10:17 PM, Robert Blair wrote:

> Hi, I looked at the site and the bfg web site and no pics or specs  
> there
> either - not very encouraging.
>
>    Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>
>
>
>
> --- On Mon, 7/14/08, Dallas Congleton <dcongleton at embarqmail.com>  
> wrote:
>
>> From: Dallas Congleton <dcongleton at embarqmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
>> To: rnbmail at yahoo.com, "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Date: Monday, July 14, 2008, 6:32 PM
>> "As far as I am aware, 175 are not available in US -
>> are they?"
>>
>> Robert,  175/80R15 blackwall radials listed as BFG, is
>> available from Coker
>> Tire Company. I have been looking for this size and found
>> these, but have
>> not had any feedback from anyone using them. They are so
>> inexpensive I have
>> been leery of them.
>>
>> Maybe someone on the list has tried them and will give an
>> appraisal.?
>>
>>
> http://store.coker.com/search.php? 
> mode=search&by_title=Y&by_shortdescr=Y&by_f
> ulldescr=Y&substring=175/80R15
>>
>> Dallas
>>
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
>> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Monday, July 14, 2008 2:57 PM
>> Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final....
>>
>>
>>> Hi Listers, Thanks for all the inputs on size et al.
>>>
>>> Seems like the best choice for the BJ8 is 5 inch rims
>> with 185/70x15
>>> tires.
>>>
>>> Does anyone have any tire vendor recomendations other
>> than Vredestein that
>>> makes a tire in this size????
>>   Best, Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>>
>>
>>> --- On Sat, 7/12/08, Robert Blair
>> <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
>>>> Subject: BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?
>>>> To: "Healey List"
>> <healeys at autox.team.net>
>>>> Date: Saturday, July 12, 2008, 7:43 AM
>>>> Hi listers,
>>>>
>>>> Time has arrived to make a wheel and tire size
>> decision.
>>>> Choices seem to be 1)  std 4.5 or wider 5.0 inch
>> wheels,
>>>> and 2) 165 or 185 tires.  As far as I am aware,
>> 175 are not
>>>> available in US - are they?
>>>>
>>>> So it is either:  1) 165 on 4.5, 2) 185 on 4.5, 3)
>> 165 on
>>>> 5.0, 185 on 5.0.
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From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jul 15 10:04:43 2008
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:04:43 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle Switch
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807150542l10a38e62g60c7e8e95449a24f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <ff59076c0807150542l10a38e62g60c7e8e95449a24f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <D6DC9ABF-026A-42B3-A0FA-015AAC30A5A2@sbcglobal.net>

Also the early MGB thru 67 had a vacuum switch that did the same job.

These switches were removed on the cars in the mid to late 60s when  
Laycock changed the overdrive to the J and LH type unit. As far as I  
know most all manufacturers used a kick down of some sort on the  
early overdrive cars except Triumph.

The other thing is look at how many MG's, Triumph's, Jaguar's have  
overdrive about 20%. Then look at how many Healey's have overdrive  
about 80%.  So when he is looking at the other marques there isn't  
alot to go by.


David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.
On Jul 15, 2008, at 5:42 AM, Alan Seigrist wrote:

> Hi Guys -
>
> I've gotten into a bit of an unsolicited pissing match with a  
> British car
> mechanic off list and I'd like to get your opinion.  He contacted  
> me, I
> don't know anything about him.
>
> He has a client on this list who is relatively new to Healeys and  
> his client
> has quizzed him about the non-functioning OD throttle switch on his  
> Healey
> after reading this list.
>
> Without getting into the whole business of who said what to whom,  
> these are
> the opinions:
>
>    - Me - In my opinion, I counseled the mechanic that he should  
> fix the OD
>    throttle switch because it's relatively cheap and easy to fix,  
> and adds to
>    the total driving experience of a Healey.  I figure if the new  
> Healey owner
>    doesn't know that much about Healeys, he would probably want the  
> switch
>    working if he knew what it did.  Plus I just think its easy  
> enough to fix
>    and makes the car more fun to drive.
>
>
>    - The Mechanic in Question - In his opinion he feels that the OD  
> throttle
>    switch is "troublesome" and wasn't put on Triumphs or Jags that  
> use the same
>    OD.  He figures if they didn't put this switch on a Jaguar, it's  
> pointless
>    to try to get the switch to work on a Healey and it's better to  
> just bypass
>    the OD throttle switch altogether and avoid the whole thing -  
> switch on and
>    switch off is good enough.
>
> What say all of you professional mechanics & restoreres out there?   
> Am I
> right or is he right?
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
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From helyjohn at cablespeed.com  Tue Jul 15 11:56:41 2008
From: helyjohn at cablespeed.com (John Snyder)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:56:41 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 ThrottleSwitch
Message-ID: <23B42E681CBF41B69AE1E91798233751@FRED>

I agree w/ Rich.  I bought a new BN7 in 1960.  When I shifted out of 
overdrive going down a hill or coasting, it would actually "chirp" the rear 
tires to get the engine up to speed when it shifted.  I took it to the 
dealer and asked what was going on (had never driven a Healey until this 
one).  The throttle switch was not adjusted correctly at the factory, dealer 
corrected it, drove many wonderful miles after that.

John Snyder


> The main purpose of the throttle switch (besides being fun to use) is that
> when correctly set it won't allow the overdrive to disengage and shock the
> entire power train down into the non overdrive ratio (and possibly cause
> harm) if the throttle is closed. In other words correctly set it requires
> the slight increase in throttle to raise the engine speed to meet the
> disengagement of the overdrive and effect a smooth downshift.
> It cost time and money to install every one on the cars when new. If the
> engineers didn't think it was necessary, they wouldn't have installed it.
>
> Rich Chrysler

From Waschu2 at charter.net  Tue Jul 15 11:49:40 2008
From: Waschu2 at charter.net (Wayne)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:49:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive
Message-ID: <487CE334.7000106@charter.net>

Hi Everyone,


                     Since it was asked, I vote for lifting one wire 
off  of the throttle switch. I hate having to fiddle with the throttle 
to get the overdrive to disengage. Both of my Healey's have been like 
this for many years. I treat the overdrive like a fifth gear, lightly 
touching the clutch when going in and out of overdrive. It's very easy 
to avoid rapid decelerations coming out of overdrive , something I was 
not always able to avoid using the throttle switch.  Past  cars of mine 
like my P1800, MGB and TR-6 never has a throttle switch. I agree that 
the reverse interlock switch is critical and will prevent damage to the 
overdrive. Lastly with Chinese  relays, throttle switches, overdrive 
solenoids, voltage regulators and DB-10 relays for the lights,  putting 
in a new part may generate new problems. I would rather have an original 
Lucas part cleaned and reused then the current Chinese crap.  Always 
save your original parts, often taking them apart cleaning the contacts 
and removing years of dirt will restore them ready to work another 40 
years. Read Norman Nock's tech book on restoring the Lucas battery 
switch and how to adjust voltage regulators for an example of this.  I 
will never make fun of  Lucas electrics  again! If the Lucas switch is 
is labeled off, dim and flicker, the Chinese switch is labeled off and 
broken but cheap.


                                                                                                            
Wayne

From dan at warner-associates.com  Tue Jul 15 11:52:10 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:52:10 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
Message-ID: <000001c8e6a3$8adb6170$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Well we finally got my 64 BJ8 going but the shop is going nuts trying to
figure out why it loses power at top speeds.  We have newly rebuild carbs by
Jim Taylor,  newly rebuilt dist by Advanced Dist, new wires by myself,
recently replaced fuel pump, new gas line from British car Specialists and
newly cleaned and sealed gas tank by Tank Renew.  I made them put a fuel
filter right before the carbs  but they did not put it until after they ran
it a while.  They have supposedly cleaned the carbs out (I had Jim Taylor
put in the grose jets for the floats during the rebuild).  Could be they
didn't do a good job cleaning the carbs here.  They seem to think it is
starved for fuel at top end.  Any ideas?

 

Dan

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Tue Jul 15 12:03:42 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:03:42 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
In-Reply-To: <000001c8e6a3$8adb6170$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <20080715180331.06697187649@autox.team.net>

Are the throttle shafts rotating to full open with the pedal?

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Dan Stromquist
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 11:52 AM
To: Healey List Emails
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds

Well we finally got my 64 BJ8 going but the shop is going nuts trying to
figure out why it loses power at top speeds.  We have newly rebuild carbs by
Jim Taylor,  newly rebuilt dist by Advanced Dist, new wires by myself,
recently replaced fuel pump, new gas line from British car Specialists and
newly cleaned and sealed gas tank by Tank Renew.  I made them put a fuel
filter right before the carbs  but they did not put it until after they ran
it a while.  They have supposedly cleaned the carbs out (I had Jim Taylor
put in the grose jets for the floats during the rebuild).  Could be they
didn't do a good job cleaning the carbs here.  They seem to think it is
starved for fuel at top end.  Any ideas?

From bighealey at charter.net  Tue Jul 15 12:28:55 2008
From: bighealey at charter.net (bighealey at charter.net)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:28:55 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
In-Reply-To: <000001c8e6a3$8adb6170$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <20080715142855.AL2AE.513550.root@mp14>

Pedal slipping on shaft at firewall? 

---- Dan Stromquist <dan at warner-associates.com> wrote: 
> Well we finally got my 64 BJ8 going but the shop is going nuts trying to
> figure out why it loses power at top speeds.  We have newly rebuild carbs by
> Jim Taylor,  newly rebuilt dist by Advanced Dist, new wires by myself,
> recently replaced fuel pump, new gas line from British car Specialists and
> newly cleaned and sealed gas tank by Tank Renew.  I made them put a fuel
> filter right before the carbs  but they did not put it until after they ran
> it a while.  They have supposedly cleaned the carbs out (I had Jim Taylor
> put in the grose jets for the floats during the rebuild).  Could be they
> didn't do a good job cleaning the carbs here.  They seem to think it is
> starved for fuel at top end.  Any ideas?
> 
>  
> 
> Dan
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From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Jul 15 14:15:27 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:15:27 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
References: <1D8BFC7D-9B6E-4949-B1FD-544DED02F56C@comcast.net><ff59076c0807141751o55b00124ub30c97aa64218806@mail.gmail.com><011001c8e628$acda3100$6501a8c0@shop>
	<8CAB43FE876C87F-7D0-B37@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>
Message-ID: <017c01c8e6b7$863d3120$6501a8c0@shop>

<<The person who owned my car (two owners ago) was a master mechanic and took out the relay entirely.>>

Then Phil, IMHO he was NOT a 'master mechanic'.  Or at least NOT on Healeys!!

There are only two (2) 'rules' to follow when working on 'our cars':
1]  K.I.S.S.
2]  Either do it RIGHT or don't do it at all !!

Since he chose to remove, then he must NOT have even had a Haynes Shop Service Manual (even tho it IS MOSTLY WRONG in the electrics department)!!

Might as well use Gear Lube in the motor and Engine Oil in the Rear End<G>!!

Ed

From bernard.johnsen at ngc.com  Tue Jul 15 13:21:22 2008
From: bernard.johnsen at ngc.com (Johnsen, Bernard)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:21:22 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
In-Reply-To: <000001c8e6a3$8adb6170$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
References: <000001c8e6a3$8adb6170$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <212DD23A1FC4D74BA8265F76926DF1200A5405@XMBIL101.northgrum.com>

Hello Dan -
	If you have the symptom that you can accelerate up to a certain
speed, say 60 or 65 MPH, but cannot maintain that speed, then your fuel
pump cannot deliver enough fuel. That is, you are consuming fuel from
the float chambers faster than the pump is refilling them.
	- Bernie Johnsen,
	  1967 BJ8
	  1959 PV544 in progress

From philritten at aol.com  Tue Jul 15 14:22:15 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:22:15 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out
In-Reply-To: <017c01c8e6b7$863d3120$6501a8c0@shop>
References: <1D8BFC7D-9B6E-4949-B1FD-544DED02F56C@comcast.net><ff59076c0807141751o55b00124ub30c97aa64218806@mail.gmail.com><011001c8e628$acda3100$6501a8c0@shop>
	<8CAB43FE876C87F-7D0-B37@webmail-nf08.sim.aol.com>
	<017c01c8e6b7$863d3120$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <8CAB4CF9B1FE0C1-EC0-1844@webmail-ne02.sysops.aol.com>

I never said he was a Healey master mechanic.


-----Original Message-----
From: Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com>
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 1:15 pm
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Overdrive Kicks Out



<<The person who owned my car (two owners ago) was a master mechanic and took 
out the relay entirely.>>

Then Phil, IMHO he was NOT a 'master mechanic'.  Or at least NOT on Healeys!!

There are only two (2) 'rules' to follow when working on 'our cars':
1]  K.I.S.S.
2]  Either do it RIGHT or don't do it at all !!

Since he chose to remove, then he must NOT have even had a Haynes Shop Service 
Manual (even tho it IS MOSTLY WRONG in the electrics department)!!

Might as well use Gear Lube in the motor and Engine Oil in the Rear End<G>!!

Ed
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

You are subscribed as philritten at aol.com

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From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Jul 15 14:52:34 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:52:34 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
Message-ID: <071520082052.18651.487D0E12000516D1000048DB220075894204040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Could (conceivably) be a blockage in the exhaust.


bs

--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Dan Stromquist" <dan at warner-associates.com>
> Well we finally got my 64 BJ8 going but the shop is going nuts trying to
> figure out why it loses power at top speeds.  We have newly rebuild carbs by
> Jim Taylor,  newly rebuilt dist by Advanced Dist, new wires by myself,
> recently replaced fuel pump, new gas line from British car Specialists and
> newly cleaned and sealed gas tank by Tank Renew.  I made them put a fuel
> filter right before the carbs  but they did not put it until after they ran
> it a while.  They have supposedly cleaned the carbs out (I had Jim Taylor
> put in the grose jets for the floats during the rebuild).  Could be they
> didn't do a good job cleaning the carbs here.  They seem to think it is
> starved for fuel at top end.  Any ideas?
> 
>  
> 
> Dan

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Tue Jul 15 15:19:24 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:19:24 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
In-Reply-To: <000001c8e6a3$8adb6170$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
References: <000001c8e6a3$8adb6170$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <00c701c8e6c0$752864f0$6f00a8c0@michael>

Hi Dan, What you describe certainly sounds like a fuel delivery problem. 
To diagnose that I would suggest driving at full throttle until the loss of
power is really bad then switch off the ignition, clutch in, and coast to a
stop.
Remove the float chamber lids and see if the float is floating on fuel or
has "run aground" on the bottom of the float chamber. If it has then fuel
delivery problems are the cause.
My guess would be that the Tank Renew gunk has clogged up either the pump
gauze (if it has one) or the fuel filter or the carburetor gauzes. 
I have not had a lot of luck with tank sealing products and would recommend
a new tank every time.

Michael Salter
100 (1953) #174
AHX12 (1953)
Bugeye (1961)
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Dan Stromquist
Sent: July 15, 2008 1:52 PM
To: Healey List Emails
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds

Well we finally got my 64 BJ8 going but the shop is going nuts trying to
figure out why it loses power at top speeds.  We have newly rebuild carbs by
Jim Taylor,  newly rebuilt dist by Advanced Dist, new wires by myself,
recently replaced fuel pump, new gas line from British car Specialists and
newly cleaned and sealed gas tank by Tank Renew.  I made them put a fuel
filter right before the carbs  but they did not put it until after they ran
it a while.  They have supposedly cleaned the carbs out (I had Jim Taylor
put in the grose jets for the floats during the rebuild).  Could be they
didn't do a good job cleaning the carbs here.  They seem to think it is
starved for fuel at top end.  Any ideas?

 

Dan
_______________________________________________

From maxandreb1 at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 15 15:32:33 2008
From: maxandreb1 at yahoo.com (Maurice Maxwell)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:32:33 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] fuel mileage
Message-ID: <194102.17980.qm@web58212.mail.re3.yahoo.com>

Ethanol is less energy dense than gasoline.  The use of ethanol from
agriculture products is a political item, not a conservation move.  Actually
the production of ethanol in fuel causes more greenhouse gases than the
production of straight gasoline.  It is a lose-lose game.

Once there were two hillbillies talking and one said to the other that the 10%
alcohol-90% gasoline would not sell well.  The other said, "Why?"  The first
replied, "Cause it tastes turrible."  This should have put an end to using
corn for fuel.  It is much better in a glass.

Max
1961 BT7

From mrfinespanner at earthlink.net  Tue Jul 15 17:05:54 2008
From: mrfinespanner at earthlink.net (Mr. Finespanner)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:05:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
Message-ID: <00be01c8e6cf$56d3a9b0$7784f904@elcomputero>

Alan,
I'm with Rich on this one.  The throttle switch is there to prevent
negative torque on the overdrive unit when the OD is switched off.
Negative torque, or, in other words, turning in the wrong direction,
will hand grenade the uni-directional roller bearing clutch which is
only allowed to turn one way (hence the name "uni-directional").
This is the same reason why the OD should never be on in reverse,
which is one purpose of the switch for the gear selector.  If these 2
switches are not functioning correctly the roller bearing clutch can
explode and create an expensive mess.  This guy can't be much of a
Brit car mechanic if he doesn't understand something this basic.
regards,
Doug Reid, 18G Motorworks



Message: 12
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:42:13 +0800
From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
Throttle Switch
To: Healey <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID:
<ff59076c0807150542l10a38e62g60c7e8e95449a24f at mail.gmail.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

Hi Guys -

I've gotten into a bit of an unsolicited pissing match with a British car
mechanic off list and I'd like to get your opinion.  He contacted me, I
don't know anything about him.

He has a client on this list who is relatively new to Healeys and his client
has quizzed him about the non-functioning OD throttle switch on his Healey
after reading this list.

Without getting into the whole business of who said what to whom, these are
the opinions:

   - Me - In my opinion, I counseled the mechanic that he should fix the OD
   throttle switch because it's relatively cheap and easy to fix, and adds 
to
   the total driving experience of a Healey.  I figure if the new Healey 
owner
   doesn't know that much about Healeys, he would probably want the switch
   working if he knew what it did.  Plus I just think its easy enough to fix
   and makes the car more fun to drive.


   - The Mechanic in Question - In his opinion he feels that the OD throttle
   switch is "troublesome" and wasn't put on Triumphs or Jags that use the 
same
   OD.  He figures if they didn't put this switch on a Jaguar, it's 
pointless
   to try to get the switch to work on a Healey and it's better to just 
bypass
   the OD throttle switch altogether and avoid the whole thing - switch on 
and
   switch off is good enough.

What say all of you professional mechanics & restoreres out there?  Am I
right or is he right?

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8 

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Tue Jul 15 17:15:40 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:15:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
In-Reply-To: <00be01c8e6cf$56d3a9b0$7784f904@elcomputero>
References: <00be01c8e6cf$56d3a9b0$7784f904@elcomputero>
Message-ID: <27C42F5C-66E3-406A-9D17-7F778D5DC339@cox.net>

I have to agree.

If you are having a pissing match, this is pretty good pissing.

It just takes a few minutes to fix the switch, even with the Haynes  
instructions.

Wilko-my-Healey-runs-again
San Diego

On Jul 15, 2008, at 4:05 PM, Mr. Finespanner wrote:

> Alan,
> I'm with Rich on this one.  The throttle switch is there to prevent
> negative torque on the overdrive unit when the OD is switched off.
> Negative torque, or, in other words, turning in the wrong direction,
> will hand grenade the uni-directional roller bearing clutch which is
> only allowed to turn one way (hence the name "uni-directional").
> This is the same reason why the OD should never be on in reverse,
> which is one purpose of the switch for the gear selector.  If these 2
> switches are not functioning correctly the roller bearing clutch can
> explode and create an expensive mess.  This guy can't be much of a
> Brit car mechanic if he doesn't understand something this basic.
> regards,
> Doug Reid, 18G Motorworks

From rdavies1 at cox.net  Tue Jul 15 17:17:35 2008
From: rdavies1 at cox.net (Ron Davies)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:17:35 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
In-Reply-To: <00be01c8e6cf$56d3a9b0$7784f904@elcomputero>
References: <00be01c8e6cf$56d3a9b0$7784f904@elcomputero>
Message-ID: <07c601c8e6d0$f74b6a80$6401a8c0@OfficeDell>

Just as an historical note, I had a 64 BJ8 in 1965 as my daily driver.
I only found out recently from the list (and my current 67 BJ8) that there
was such a thing as a throttle switch, ie after flipping the dash toggle
switch you had to press on the throttle to disengage the overdrive.

As a 16yo my one year old '64 was set so that flipping the toggle
immediately disengaged the OD and I used it that way for 70,000 miles
without knowing any differently. I drove that car very hard, up and down
mountain roads on Ski Patrol. I also didn't know you weren't supposed to
back up with the toggle in OD. I must have done that a hundred times.
The car ran great and I never had any OD issues. Must have been lucky but it
does say that setting it up that way doesn't ALWAYS mean disaster.
Ron Davies
SoCal
67 BJ8
97 DB7 

From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Jul 15 19:38:53 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:38:53 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
References: <000001c8e6a3$8adb6170$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
	<00c701c8e6c0$752864f0$6f00a8c0@michael>
Message-ID: <040a01c8e6e4$b505fe60$6501a8c0@shop>

<<My guess would be that the Tank Renew gunk has clogged up >>

GOTTA agree with Michael folks, as I have personally BTDT!!!

And on very FIRST voyage with "to become wife" and a night in 
Toledo, OH<F> AND in a bar for He||!!  AND with CONTINUED (numerous times) sentence of:
 
"I am getting on a plane in the morning and FLYING (WELL stressed<G>) home and I am NEVER getting in that dam*ed car AGAIN 
(yes, STRESSED<G>) ever!!!!!"

Very fortunately, the above did NOT occur, I FIXED Hortense, we made the Conclave (Harrisburg, PA) and had a BLAST.  Do any of you (Rich C. comes to mind) re-call Hortense with a 5 gallon fuel can in the boot??

Just another LBC day to me but to a VERY 'virgin' LBCer, it is a wonder I was not 'taken care of in my sleep' that nite!!!  LOL

From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jul 15 18:45:21 2008
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:45:21 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: Steering box
Message-ID: <433927.9375.qm@web83303.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

--- Norman Nock <sjnnock at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:25:45 -0700 (PDT)
> From: Norman Nock <sjnnock at sbcglobal.net>
> Subject: Steering box 
> To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz
> <tadeusz.malkiewicz at gmail.com>
> CC: healey at auto.team.net
> 
>    
> Check page 19-29-21 Austin Healey front suspension
> Norman Nock
> 
> --- Tadeusz Malkiewicz
> <tadeusz.malkiewicz at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> 
> > Yes,
> > 
> > I got it - many thanks. But to be honest I cannot
> > find the article of
> > the steering box set-up..
> > 
> > Thanks, Tadek
> > 
> > 
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Norman Nock [mailto:sjnnock at sbcglobal.net]
> > Sent: 15 lipca 2008 01:26
> > To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz
> > Subject: Tech Talk book
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >  did you receive my book we sent in April ????
> > Norman Nock

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Jul 15 19:37:26 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:37:26 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
Message-ID: <20080716013726.SXJE29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Which could mean a clogged fuel filter inside the tank.
> 
> From: "Johnsen, Bernard" <bernard.johnsen at ngc.com>
> Date: 2008/07/15 Tue PM 03:21:22 EDT
> To: "Dan Stromquist" <dan at warner-associates.com>
> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
> 
> Hello Dan -
> 	If you have the symptom that you can accelerate up to a certain
> speed, say 60 or 65 MPH, but cannot maintain that speed, then your fuel
> pump cannot deliver enough fuel. That is, you are consuming fuel from
> the float chambers faster than the pump is refilling them.
> 	- Bernie Johnsen,
> 	  1967 BJ8
> 	  1959 PV544 in progress
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Tue Jul 15 19:39:13 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:39:13 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
In-Reply-To: <9095C46A-018D-40F5-AE78-D36CFA488556@sbcglobal.net>
References: <771912.13831.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<9095C46A-018D-40F5-AE78-D36CFA488556@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <487D5141.9070104@pacbell.net>

While slightly off the subject, maybe we can finally put one debate to rest.

I like a very full wheel well and run Dunlop 205/65R15's on Dayton 
SS/chrome 6" tubeless 72's.  Because I have an early BN1 with the 
smallest front wheel wells, I've been told over and over:  No can do, 
they'll rub!  And that also came from some reported "experts".

Well, John Nikas drove my car to the fastest production 100 in the 
Gymkhana at Conclave 2008 and there was nary a rub inside or out!  Case 
closed?

Bill Barnett
'53 BN1 with FAT footprints :-)


David Nock wrote:
> This is a site I use to show the different tire sizes, you can put in  
> two different sizes and then compare them
>
> http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Tue Jul 15 20:44:19 2008
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:44:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final....
In-Reply-To: <487D5141.9070104@pacbell.net>
References: <771912.13831.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<9095C46A-018D-40F5-AE78-D36CFA488556@sbcglobal.net>
	<487D5141.9070104@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <751d05480807151944g554a4781yf92f0752a8b8232c@mail.gmail.com>

Hi All,

To clarify what Bill Barnett BN1 said, since his is an early car, before
body number 1,000, its front wheel arches measure 9 1/2 inches from the top
of the arch to the fender beading rather than the standard 9 inches of the
later BN1s.  Not  a lot of room.  Remember that the BN2s through BJ8 had
front arches measuring only 7 1/2 inches.

Curt Arndt
Carlsbad, CA
'55 BN1, '60 AN5 :{) '72 RWA MG Midget

On Tue, Jul 15, 2008 at 6:39 PM, Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net> wrote:

> While slightly off the subject, maybe we can finally put one debate to
> rest.
>
> I like a very full wheel well and run Dunlop 205/65R15's on Dayton
> SS/chrome 6" tubeless 72's.  Because I have an early BN1 with the
> smallest front wheel wells, I've been told over and over:  No can do,
> they'll rub!  And that also came from some reported "experts".
>
> Well, John Nikas drove my car to the fastest production 100 in the
> Gymkhana at Conclave 2008 and there was nary a rub inside or out!  Case
> closed?
>
> Bill Barnett
> '53 BN1 with FAT footprints :-)
>
>
> David Nock wrote:
> > This is a site I use to show the different tire sizes, you can put in
> > two different sizes and then compare them
> >
> > http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
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From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Tue Jul 15 21:58:17 2008
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:58:17 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10807152040xbc4af81y27307c8ad361c485@mail.gmail.com>
References: <00be01c8e6cf$56d3a9b0$7784f904@elcomputero>
	<a3b984e10807152040xbc4af81y27307c8ad361c485@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10807152058g32dfe460v5239e7bd71fdfa84@mail.gmail.com>

On Tue, Jul 15, 2008 at 8:40 PM, Richard Ewald <richard.ewald at gmail.com>
wrote:

> This doesn't seem to make a lot of sense to me.  Negative torque?  I think
> you misunderstand the purpose of the one-way clutch (sprague clutch if your
> prefer)  The one way clutch will rotate freely in one direction, and lock up
> in the other.  Just like a 3/8" hand ratchet.  You can hold the socket
> stationary and turn the handle, or hold the handle stationary and turn the
> socket, neither action will harm the ratchet.
> So why a one way clutch?   The reason for it is because the surface area of
> the cone clutch is very small and is not capable of transmitting the power
> of the engine without slipping.  If you look at the exploded diagram of the
> overdrive you will see that the one way is used in direct drive. without the
> one way clutch you would spin and burn up the cone clutch with the power of
> the engine.
> Here is a link to a design and function document for a later type Laycock
> OD used on a Volvo (basic design of the planetary gear set / one way are
> identical, hydraulics differ)
> http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/faq/TransmissionManual.html#ManualM46LaycockOverdriveUnitBasicOperationYou will find a link on that page, for an exploded diagram.
> For what its worth, the owner's manual for a Volvo 240 Turbo stick shift
> contained a warning that if turbo boost was achieved in reverse (when the
> one way is non-functional) slippage of the cone clutch would occur and this
> was normal!  So putting power to a one way clutch in the wrong direction
> won't hurt anything.  If you think about it, every time you lift off the
> gas, the rear wheels are trying to overrun the engine.  Damage to the one
> way clutch does not occur.
>
> My personal Wild Assed Guess is that the throttle switch is to reduce the
> shock on the rest of the drive line, such as u-joints, trans mount, rear
> axle mounts etc.  By forcing you to open the throttle the revs are brought
> up and there is not as big a shock as the OD disengages.  Also opening the
> throttle would tend to limit the manifold vacuum a bit which would limit the
> amount of oil sucked past the rings and valve guides (something modern cars
> do as a matter of course).  I would also note that throttle switches are not
> used on other cars that used these units.
> Rick (Who used to teach trans and OD rebuilding for Volvo Cars)
>
> On Tue, Jul 15, 2008 at 4:05 PM, Mr. Finespanner <
> mrfinespanner at earthlink.net> wrote:
>
>> Alan,
>> I'm with Rich on this one.  The throttle switch is there to prevent
>> negative torque on the overdrive unit when the OD is switched off.

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul 15 22:04:27 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:04:27 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final....
In-Reply-To: <487D5141.9070104@pacbell.net>
References: <771912.13831.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<9095C46A-018D-40F5-AE78-D36CFA488556@sbcglobal.net>
	<487D5141.9070104@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807152104l3e44215dm8831b6bf26730bb4@mail.gmail.com>

Bill -

I used to have 205 65s on my BJ8 and the wheels stuck out enough that one
time I hit a pretty hard bump and the tire hit the edge of the fender and
caused it to crack the bondo that was in there (this was 1986 when lots of
bondo was the norm for repairing these cars, no jokes please!).  I would
imagine this would be an issue on the early BN1 (I have one) unless you put
stiffer springs and shocks on it.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 9:39 AM, Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net> wrote:

> While slightly off the subject, maybe we can finally put one debate to
> rest.
>
> I like a very full wheel well and run Dunlop 205/65R15's on Dayton
> SS/chrome 6" tubeless 72's.  Because I have an early BN1 with the
> smallest front wheel wells, I've been told over and over:  No can do,
> they'll rub!  And that also came from some reported "experts".
>
> Well, John Nikas drove my car to the fastest production 100 in the
> Gymkhana at Conclave 2008 and there was nary a rub inside or out!  Case
> closed?
>
> Bill Barnett
> '53 BN1 with FAT footprints :-)

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 15 22:12:16 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:12:16 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
In-Reply-To: <487D5141.9070104@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <531036.73347.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Wow, sounds like I will be very safe with 185R15 on the no rubbing issue.  But
I am not not a wheel well expert on early vs late cars.

   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Tue, 7/15/08, Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net> wrote:

> From: Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 6:39 PM
> While slightly off the subject, maybe we can finally put one
> debate to rest.
>
> I like a very full wheel well and run Dunlop
> 205/65R15's on Dayton
> SS/chrome 6" tubeless 72's.  Because I have an
> early BN1 with the
> smallest front wheel wells, I've been told over and
> over:  No can do,
> they'll rub!  And that also came from some reported
> "experts".
>
> Well, John Nikas drove my car to the fastest production 100
> in the
> Gymkhana at Conclave 2008 and there was nary a rub inside
> or out!  Case
> closed?
>
> Bill Barnett
> '53 BN1 with FAT footprints :-)
>
>
> David Nock wrote:
> > This is a site I use to show the different tire sizes,
> you can put in
> > two different sizes and then compare them
> >
> > http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 15 22:19:50 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:19:50 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Research is helping.
Message-ID: <529357.62981.qm@web37901.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Truncated email ...........

   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Tue, 7/15/08, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ* Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Research is helping.
> To: "Dallas Congleton" <dcongleton at embarqmail.com>
> Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 9:03 PM
> Dallas,
>
> I have worried about the wide Vredestein look also, but, if
> you notice the tread pattern on the 185/70R15 is
> different/4+ ribs - the 185R15 has three ribs and so the
> tread does not apprear to overhang the side wall like a
> truck tire.  I do not like the look of the wider footprint
> 185/70R15 and prefer the 185R15 std.  The road contact is
> adequate for normal driving - especially on the wider 5
> inch rim.  Remember stock was a 590/15 on a
> 4 1/2 rim
>
> By going with the 185R15, you get the near correct 26/26.25
> inch diameter instead of the 25.25 of the 185/70R15 - better
> gas milage and more accurate speedo reading.  And you get
> the narrower look of the 3 tread footprint and the extra
> wheel arch fill of the 5 inch rim and the full 26 inch
> diameter tire.
>
> And they are available from BWW for $140 each here in N Cal
> - according to the web site.
>
> Michelin obviously is not interested in the old brits
> market - so forget about em - for now - they want the
> porsche biz.
>
> So I am leaning towards Vredestein 185R15 on 5 inch Dayton
> 72 spoke chrome wires - the best balance of looks/wheel
> arch fill [and my BJ8 is lowered at the rear as I do not
> like the huge over tire gap created by the factory raised
> suspension, correct 26 inch diameter, and price.  The
> narrower 185 vs 185/70 cross section width should eliminate
> the reported rubbing on full lock etc.
>
> Decision time ..........any serious flaws in my theory
> here?
>
>    Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>    

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Tue Jul 15 22:52:38 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:52:38 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes?  Final....
In-Reply-To: <531036.73347.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <531036.73347.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1216183958.487d7e968bb9a@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

Quoting Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>:

> Wow, sounds like I will be very safe with 185R15 on the no rubbing issue. 
> But
> I am not not a wheel well expert on early vs late cars.
> 
>    Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>    
> Further comments to consider. 185 section width by itself does not provide 
all the dimensions affecting the decision. Aspect ratio will determine the wall 
height of the tyre. This then affects how the tire fills the wheel opening and 
the rolling rarius/circumference.  That is 185 x 70 the height is 705 of 185 mm 
of width. 185 x 45 is 45% of the 185mm of width. This would give a much greater 
clearence to the wheel opening. Also a nominal wheel width can be laced with 
spokes to change the offset of the wheel rim. In Australia owners order from 
the Dayton agent four 6inch or 5inch wheels ( your choice ) but with a further 
inset rim for the front and further out set wheel rim for the rear. This is to 
manage the different clearence requirements of front to back.
Joe

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Tue Jul 15 23:03:19 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:03:19 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Yellow BJ8
Message-ID: <1216184599.487d81173741a@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

Yellow BJ8's are quite rare on the ground but back in the dim dark ages the 
very second issue of the British magazine 'Thoroughbred and Classic Cars' 
featured a yellow BJ8 on the cover. At that time 1972 ? Healeys were not 
featured in many mags. especially not front cover colour shots.
First issue had an MG.TC on the cover. Where are they now?
Joe

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 15 23:59:09 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:59:09 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Yellow BJ8
In-Reply-To: <1216184599.487d81173741a@webmail.hotkey.net.au>
Message-ID: <706249.54806.qm@web37902.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hello,  My 65 US car 32038 is not an original yellow - it was Healey Blue
originally as shown by the sheet.  It was a crapy spray can BRG when I got it
with a plastic tan interior.  Now it is a bit more yellow that Primrose
yellow, with a dark red leather interior.  It will have 5 inch chrome dayton
wheels.

I have authored the first two parts to the resto article which have been
published in the healey mags - the third is coming in the fall as the car is
finishing up.  Not a concours job - just a very nice driver - for example it
has a push button starter on the dash, front fender vents, and the rear is
lowered to BJ7 appearance.  Will look nice - I think.

   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Tue, 7/15/08, sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au
<sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au> wrote:

> From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au <sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au>
> Subject: [Healeys] Yellow BJ8
> To: rnblair at yahoo.com
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 10:03 PM
> Yellow BJ8's are quite rare on the ground but back in
> the dim dark ages the
> very second issue of the British magazine 'Thoroughbred
> and Classic Cars'
> featured a yellow BJ8 on the cover. At that time 1972 ?
> Healeys were not
> featured in many mags. especially not front cover colour
> shots.
> First issue had an MG.TC on the cover. Where are they now?
> Joe
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From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Wed Jul 16 01:00:47 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:00:47 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Racing 3000 BJ7 & 8
Message-ID: <1216191647.487d9c9f0ea7a@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

I am interesred in posters and advertisments of the period that show works or 
other Healeys being raced.For example I have a Champion Spark advert from a 
mag. showing a Healey in profile.
The most interesting item is a vinyl sticker on a hardtop window that was 
produced by Castrol. The text says 'class winners' and each end has the 
circular Castrol emblem. Has anyone seen these?
Joe

From peter at easterton.com  Wed Jul 16 01:50:52 2008
From: peter at easterton.com (Peter Hunt)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:50:52 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Healey, and other sports car tyres
Message-ID: <005b01c8e718$ac8e56e0$0301a8c0@oemcomputer>

Hi,

Whilst searching for a new set of tyres for my endurance ' 62 BT7 Healey, I
came across the following website which offers a lot of interesting and useful
data on tyres, especially for sports cars worldwide.

www.longstonetyres.co.uk

For our Around the World trip on 2000, I fitted Michelin XCA Plus 185R15C 8
ply tyres set at 45 psi (3.06 bar). These tyres are usually used on light
commercial vans.

The reason for choosing these was to get the best ground clearance, a rigid
sidewall and the best mileage. Currently they have done 35, 000 miles without
a puncture and are good for another 5,000 miles but will be changed shortly as
they are past their use by date. The one big downside of these hard compound
Michelin's is that they do not grip very well in the wet and are even more
useless in muddy conditions as I found out on a timed section out of Dawson
City. My navigator (wife) nearly instigated divorce proceedings as we were
going sideways at rally speed for a lot of the time - gets the adrenaline
going though!

My choice has been narrowed down to either the Vredestein 185/70 HR15 Classic
tyre or the Michelin 180HR15 XAS. The Michelin will, however, give me another
1" (2.54 cms) in overall diameter which could be critical if we go off on
another endurance rally - the full length Duralamin skid pan takes up 1" below
the chassis rails.

The tyres are mounted on 5J Austin A90 steel wheels which are of a slightly
heavier duty steel than the 4.5J. The 4.5" wheels are not however wide enough
for 185 tyres.

Regards,

Peter Hunt
' 62 BT7

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Wed Jul 16 04:02:40 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:02:40 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Healey, and other sports car tyres
In-Reply-To: <005b01c8e718$ac8e56e0$0301a8c0@oemcomputer>
References: <005b01c8e718$ac8e56e0$0301a8c0@oemcomputer>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807160302w79162861t688133107fd9eae4@mail.gmail.com>

Peter -

Not only is their website good, I can tell you their service, tire selection
and delivery times are incredible.  Shipping isn't all that expensive
either.  This is definitely a top option for tires for people who don't live
in the United States.  Downside are the prices are in pounds, but for some
of the crazy cars that I have (like the Atlantic and Jag Mk IX) tires
(tyres!) from these guys are a godsend!

Cheers,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 3:50 PM, Peter Hunt <peter at easterton.com> wrote:

> Hi,
>
> Whilst searching for a new set of tyres for my endurance ' 62 BT7 Healey, I
> came across the following website which offers a lot of interesting and
> useful
> data on tyres, especially for sports cars worldwide.
>
> www.longstonetyres.co.uk

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Wed Jul 16 07:04:59 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:04:59 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
	Throttle
Message-ID: <000001c8e744$8f281420$0200a8c0@tm4>

Alan, 

I have driven both, (Volvo 1800S without any OD switch protection) and my
BN2. I am fascinated how the switch works. It's a bit like driving a car
with manual gearbox where the last 5th gear is automatic.  I hate automatic
transmissions, but I have to admit I definitely do like the way the OD works
on the Healey. 

Driving switch-less OD car is a bit more pain - you always have to use the
clutch when getting out of the OD and accelerate when going into OD..

Norman, none of the Volvos had the OD switch, and there were quite a few of
them: almost all the 1800s (almost 50000 cars), a few of the Amazons, and
than the 140s. (The 240 also used the Laycock OD, but I think it was some
newer type.)

So, my Vote is for the OD with the switch.

Tadek.

PS. I begun to think few weeks ago how to install the switch on my Volvo
1800S... ;-)

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Wed Jul 16 08:07:40 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (glemon at neb.rr.com)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 9:07:40 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
Message-ID: <24095928.1519781216217260289.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web20-z02>

I am not a shop owner, but since everybody else has weighed iin I will as well, the short answer for me is I like the throttle switch, but in my opinion you don't need it.

It was part of the fun driving the BN1 to flip it out of overdrive...then blip the throttle to actually get it out of OD, the sounds and sensations add to the driving fun.

But I really don't think it is NEEDED and it is personal preference relating to your feeling about the reliability of the part in question, originality and the general driving experience.  You can jam your later Healeys into 1st gear while rolling, but you shouldn't, and for your car and wallets sake I hope you don't.  Likewise you shouldn't flip overdrive off without blipping the throttle, in my opinion no clutch is needed, but you can do it the way (if you don't do it right with the clutch and throttle though you can still strain the O/D), it is called driving the car right, and takes the strain off the O/D and you should have no problems without having a throttle switch if you drive this way.  Likewise you let off a little bit to let the revs match the O/D on engagement.   

As others have said you can even treat the o/d worse than that and it may not have a problem, but then again you might and with the time and cost of a rebuild I wouldn't recommend it.

Greg Lemon 

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Wed Jul 16 09:02:02 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (kentmclean at comcast.net)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:02:02 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
Message-ID: <071620081502.18.487E0D6A000A2495000000122216566276020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>

Tadeusz Malkiewicz wrote:
> I have driven both, (Volvo 1800S without any OD switch protection) and my
> BN2. I am fascinated how the switch works. It's a bit like driving a car
> with manual gearbox where the last 5th gear is automatic.  I hate automatic
> transmissions, but I have to admit I definitely do like the way the OD works
> on the Healey. 

The OD throttle switch gets my vote, too.   My first car, a '59 100/6 bought
c. 1969, had OD with the switch. It didn't work when I first got it.  I didn't
even know about it.  But one day, mucking around with the transmission
cover off, I found a loose wire?  Cleaned a connection? I forget, but the
point is, it made the switch work. When properly working, the switch 
changes the behavior of the car as well as how you drive it. On that 
100/6, if revs dropped too low, it would switch out of OD and into the 
straight gear, like an automatic.  It was a nice feature.

--
Kent McLean
'59 100 BN2

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Wed Jul 16 09:15:40 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8Healeys)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:15:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Yellow BJ8
In-Reply-To: <706249.54806.qm@web37902.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <1216184599.487d81173741a@webmail.hotkey.net.au>
	<706249.54806.qm@web37902.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <001201c8e756$cf208dc0$6d61a940$@rr.com>

Of 7,085 cars currently included in the BJ8 registry (not all of them have
colors recorded), there are only 8 that are documented as Primrose and none
of them are documented as original Primrose cars.  11 are "yellow".  One is
yellow over white, and one (mine!) is yellow over black.


Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert
Blair
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 10:59 PM
To: rnblair at yahoo.com; sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Yellow BJ8

Hello,  My 65 US car 32038 is not an original yellow - it was Healey Blue
originally as shown by the sheet.  It was a crapy spray can BRG when I got
it
with a plastic tan interior.  Now it is a bit more yellow that Primrose
yellow, with a dark red leather interior.  It will have 5 inch chrome dayton
wheels.

I have authored the first two parts to the resto article which have been
published in the healey mags - the third is coming in the fall as the car is
finishing up.  Not a concours job - just a very nice driver - for example it
has a push button starter on the dash, front fender vents, and the rear is
lowered to BJ7 appearance.  Will look nice - I think.

   Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
 -----------------------------  

> Yellow BJ8's are quite rare on the ground but back in
> the dim dark ages the
> very second issue of the British magazine 'Thoroughbred
> and Classic Cars'
> featured a yellow BJ8 on the cover. At that time 1972 ?
> Healeys were not
> featured in many mags. especially not front cover colour
> shots.
> First issue had an MG.TC on the cover. Where are they now?
> Joe

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Jul 16 09:27:51 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:27:51 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
Message-ID: <071620081527.1209.487E13770008B75D000004B9220075043804040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

re:
"On that 100/6, if revs dropped too low, it would switch out of OD and into the straight gear, like an automatic"


That's not what the O/D throttle ("kickdown") switch is supposed to do.  Sounds like that car had a marginal/weak oil pump in the O/D.


bs

--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------

> 
> The OD throttle switch gets my vote, too.   My first car, a '59 100/6 bought
> c. 1969, had OD with the switch. It didn't work when I first got it.  I didn't
> even know about it.  But one day, mucking around with the transmission
> cover off, I found a loose wire?  Cleaned a connection? I forget, but the
> point is, it made the switch work. When properly working, the switch 
> changes the behavior of the car as well as how you drive it. On that 
> 100/6, if revs dropped too low, it would switch out of OD and into the 
> straight gear, like an automatic.  It was a nice feature.
> 
> --
> Kent McLean
> '59 100 BN2

From bernard.johnsen at ngc.com  Wed Jul 16 09:46:18 2008
From: bernard.johnsen at ngc.com (Johnsen, Bernard)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:46:18 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo Timing Gears needed - No Healey Content - Thank
 You
In-Reply-To: <212DD23A1FC4D74BA8265F76926DF1200A53FE@XMBIL101.northgrum.com>
References: <212DD23A1FC4D74BA8265F76926DF1200A53FE@XMBIL101.northgrum.com>
Message-ID: <212DD23A1FC4D74BA8265F76926DF1200A5408@XMBIL101.northgrum.com>

	To  All who replied to my request for help with timing gears -
		Thank you all for taking the time to respond. I have
several leads which I am pursuing.
	-Bernie Johnsen
	 1967 BJ8
	 1959 PV544 in progress

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Wed Jul 16 10:05:12 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (kentmclean at comcast.net)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:05:12 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
Message-ID: <071620081605.16613.487E1C3800001B89000040E52215578674020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>

Bob Spidell wrote:
> re:
> "On that 100/6, if revs dropped too low, it would switch out of OD and into the 
> straight gear, like an automatic"
> 
> That's not what the O/D throttle ("kickdown") switch is supposed to do.  Sounds 
> like that car had a marginal/weak oil pump in the O/D.

That's too bad. I rather liked it.  IIRC, when you brought the revs back up 
and then let off the gas, the OD would kick back in. 

--
-- 
Kent McLean
'59 100 BN2

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Wed Jul 16 17:22:50 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:22:50 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Yellow BJ8
In-Reply-To: <001201c8e756$cf208dc0$6d61a940$@rr.com>
References: <1216184599.487d81173741a@webmail.hotkey.net.au>
	<706249.54806.qm@web37902.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<001201c8e756$cf208dc0$6d61a940$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <1216250570.487e82ca5e0a9@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

Dont you just love it when we have such an enthusiastic Registry Officer who 
not only reads the list mail but responds so promptly with new facts and 
figures.It is a pleasure to see the registry system working in favour of the 
owners/members with the sharing of the records. Thankyou Steve.
Joe

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Jul 16 19:18:17 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:18:17 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo Timing Parts (no Healey content)
Message-ID: <487E9DD9.1030301@comcast.net>

Forgot who asked, but someone was looking for Volvo timing parts.  
There's some info at the bottom of this page:

http://www.rockauto.com/Newsletter/index.html


bs

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From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Wed Jul 16 19:49:42 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:49:42 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] New car!
In-Reply-To: <071520081404.9208.487CAE53000637B2000023F82216566276020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
References: <071520081404.9208.487CAE53000637B2000023F82216566276020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F889@itfexch5.central.det.win>

G'day

It wasn't Denis Welch and it wasn't quite a diesel engine.

Years back Geoff Healey made no secret of his disdain for the C-series
6-cylinder. As most of us know when the DHMC was asked to experiment
with the new engine he was most dissatisfied with its power output. It
was only when he fitted a newly designed Westlake cylinder head and
triple dual-throat SUs into my car was he happy with it.

Some time later when BMC was looking around for an engine to replace the
C-series Geoff suggested that they revisit the 4-cylinder engine that
was originally fitted to the 100. Despite the initial negative response,
mainly due to the petrol version being no longer in production he also
suggested a few changes to the engine.

These changes included using the engine block and crankshaft from the
diesel version of the engine that was still being built for the Austin
Taxi. Being a diesel engine block meant that it was stronger to
withstand the compression strokes and the crank was nitrited, as in the
100S. Geoff also suggested that the block be decked or shaved to an
extent that the stroke be reduced to achieve a total capacity of 2.5
litres. From this he calculated that in standard form the engine would
rev to 6,000 rpm and produce around 150bhp.

Sadly this was not accepted by the powers that were in BMC at the time
as they went for a complete redesign of the C-series by Alec Issigonis
of Morris Minor and Mini fame. The result of that was a new 6-cylinder
engine with 7 main bearings and still with 2,912cc. That engine found
its way into the MGC which sadly was not the success that it should have
been.

Move forward many years and John Chatham decided to test Geoff Healey's
ideas on the 4-cylinder engine.

John built up a petrol engine using a decked diesel block, nitrited
crank, shortened rods and gas-flowed cylinder head. It easily revved to
around 6,000 rpm and without being overly stressed developed around
150bhp. My memory tells me that he reckoned that with further
development the engine would have quite easily developed 200bhp.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

How about a "green" Healey? Drop-in a diesel and run it on
vegetable oil.

Years ago some (Dennis Welch?) put a London taxi diesel
4 cylinder in a 100. IIRC, it was pretty much a straight drop-in
(being similar blocks), with the difficulty being the change to
the diesel bits.

Good luck sourcing a 4-cylinder eninge, gas or oil burner.

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From shop at justbrits.com  Wed Jul 16 22:33:30 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:33:30 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo Timing Parts (no Healey content)
References: <487E9DD9.1030301@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <048f01c8e7c6$44750640$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Forgot who asked, but someone was looking for Volvo timing parts.>>

That PV444  is BEAUTIFUL, Bob!!

Tnx!

Ed

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Wed Jul 16 23:30:10 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:30:10 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] parts
Message-ID: <000a01c8e7ce$3f445060$5201a8c0@Jim>

have a left window out of a bj7 that has some scratches and dings, but no
cracks.  anyone wanting it for any reason let me know.  yours for the
shipping.   healeymanjim

From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 17 08:41:40 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:41:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
In-Reply-To: <071620081605.16613.487E1C3800001B89000040E52215578674020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
References: <071620081605.16613.487E1C3800001B89000040E52215578674020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <8CAB6325B7406E5-12F8-3953@webmail-nd21.sysops.aol.com>

All,

I'm not sure if I understood correctly what the best thing to do is for those of us (probably only me) that don't have the O/D relay.

Should I 
1) depress the clutch before flipping the switch (both in and out) as though I was going into another gear
2) lift off the accelerator before flipping the switch

Thanks,
Phil


-----Original Message-----
From: kentmclean at comcast.net
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 9:05 am
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD Throttle



Bob Spidell wrote:
> re:
> "On that 100/6, if revs dropped too low, it would switch out of OD and into 
the 
> straight gear, like an automatic"
> 
> That's not what the O/D throttle ("kickdown") switch is supposed to do.  
Sounds 
> like that car had a marginal/weak oil pump in the O/D.

That's too bad. I rather liked it.  IIRC, when you brought the revs back up 
and then let off the gas, the OD would kick back in. 

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From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 17 08:45:23 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:45:23 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Setting Timing on 100-6
Message-ID: <8CAB632E0DBFA7D-12F8-3986@webmail-nd21.sysops.aol.com>

I want to set the timing on my '58 100-6. The manual seems to say 15 BTC at 600 rpm (with timing light).

a) Does that sound correct?

b) Looking over the radiator at the engine block, is BTC right of the fixed mark on the block?

Thanks,
Phil

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Thu Jul 17 09:01:16 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:01:16 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
References: <071620081605.16613.487E1C3800001B89000040E52215578674020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
	<8CAB6325B7406E5-12F8-3953@webmail-nd21.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <03d601c8e81d$f75445d0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Phil,

If you don't have the throttle switch it would be best to either:
1. use the clutch each time you disengage o/d, or
2. keep your foot somewhat into the throttle so the revs will be there to 
meet the disengagement.

DO NOT lift off the throttle when disengaging.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <philritten at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2008 10:41 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD 
Throttle


> All,
>
> I'm not sure if I understood correctly what the best thing to do is for 
> those of us (probably only me) that don't have the O/D relay.
>
> Should I
> 1) depress the clutch before flipping the switch (both in and out) as 
> though I was going into another gear
> 2) lift off the accelerator before flipping the switch
>
> Thanks,
> Phil

From don at anglesey.us  Thu Jul 17 09:34:48 2008
From: don at anglesey.us (Don )
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:34:48 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Setting Timing on 100-6
In-Reply-To: <8CAB632E0DBFA7D-12F8-3986@webmail-nd21.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <!~!UENERkVCMDkAAQACAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABgAAAAAAAAA0URZJ8mcIE6Bk2YxB8q6GMKAAAAQAAAAp0VoZDmWX0WGa2Oqjc2oIAEAAAAA@anglesey.us>

Phil,
I usually set mine to max advance at 36 degrees and at idle it comes out
between 12 to 15 degrees.  I use a timing light that has a dial to
adjust the degrees and just set line on balancer with pointer on timing
cover.  BTDC is to the right and with regular timing light I would
measure the distance of 15 degree over to the right and mark with white
crayon or set static timing which usually comes pretty close.
Don
57' BN4

From rjswain at hotmail.com  Thu Jul 17 09:47:55 2008
From: rjswain at hotmail.com (Rick Swain)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:47:55 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Door Hinge Pillar Angle
Message-ID: <BAY112-W9C15120D69449E7353489B58E0@phx.gbl>

I have taken lots of measurements when cutting up my BN4 to attach to my new
Kilmartin frame. One thing I neglected which would help confirm I'm
reassembling properly is the angle of the hinge pillar flange where it meets
the sill. If anyone can give me that angle I'd really appreciate it as I'm
about to weld new pillars in place. The angle at which the hinge pillar meets
the sill would also be very useful.

I can't believe I neglected to measure those angles.

Thanks in advance.

Rick Swain
'59 BN4
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From ourxke at hotmail.com  Thu Jul 17 10:22:03 2008
From: ourxke at hotmail.com (Ken Wignall)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:22:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Gearbox Rebuild- need a mainshaft (late BT7 or BJ7) and a
 first motion shaft (BN4 or BN6)
Message-ID: <BAY118-W1483F16254CBE4A0F3624AD18E0@phx.gbl>

We began the rebuilding of the gearbox and overdrive from my 62 BT7 yesterday
after having collected a variety of parts to commence the job. All this as a
result of the implode of the overdrive unidirectional clutch assembly, planet
gears assembly and sunwheel assembly seizing onto and trashing the mainshaft
splines.
 We have the box dissassembled across the workbench and upon re-assembly found
that the BT7 mainshaft that I purchased is from an earlier BT7 with a smaller
shaft diameter where the first motion shaft resides.
The mainshaft we need has to be from either a sideshift or centreshift unit
from (e)29D-H10544, BN7 or BT7, and all centre shift boxes right thru the BJ7
models.
We measured the diameter of the shaft end where the first motion shaft bearing
resides and it is .755 thousandths of an inch. The earlier shaft that I
purchased  measured .655  .
I also need a first motion shaft from a BN4 or BN6. I bought a gearbox with
overdrive that had been installed in a 54 Corvette back in the 50's. The
bellhousing was removed and the first motion shaft cut off to adapt it to the
Chevy block, but otherwise the rest of the box and the overdrive are good.
Just needs the first motion shaft to put it back right and have a complete
unit. Any help with these rebuild parts is greatly appreciated.
Ken Wignall

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From dan at warner-associates.com  Thu Jul 17 10:31:54 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:31:54 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds
Message-ID: <000101c8e82a$a17307c0$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

I will call and have them check that.  We did a lot of cosmetic work on the
engine, carbs and linkage.

Dan

-----Original Message-----
From: Dave Porter [mailto:frogeye at porterscustom.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:04 PM
To: 'Dan Stromquist'; 'Healey List Emails'
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds

Are the throttle shafts rotating to full open with the pedal?

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Dan Stromquist
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 11:52 AM
To: Healey List Emails
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power at High Speeds

Well we finally got my 64 BJ8 going but the shop is going nuts trying to
figure out why it loses power at top speeds.  We have newly rebuild carbs by
Jim Taylor,  newly rebuilt dist by Advanced Dist, new wires by myself,
recently replaced fuel pump, new gas line from British car Specialists and
newly cleaned and sealed gas tank by Tank Renew.  I made them put a fuel
filter right before the carbs  but they did not put it until after they ran
it a while.  They have supposedly cleaned the carbs out (I had Jim Taylor
put in the grose jets for the floats during the rebuild).  Could be they
didn't do a good job cleaning the carbs here.  They seem to think it is
starved for fuel at top end.  Any ideas?

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 17 10:38:00 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:38:00 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
	Throttle
In-Reply-To: <8CAB6325B7406E5-12F8-3953@webmail-nd21.sysops.aol.com>
References: <071620081605.16613.487E1C3800001B89000040E52215578674020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
	<8CAB6325B7406E5-12F8-3953@webmail-nd21.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807170938g7a51d437mc57adf4c7f5ce0a0@mail.gmail.com>

Phil -

You got it backwards, on or off you should always have your foot on
the gas.  Depress the clutch if situation does not allow you to be
accelerating..

Alan



On 7/17/08, philritten at aol.com <philritten at aol.com> wrote:
> All,
>
> I'm not sure if I understood correctly what the best thing to do is for
> those of us (probably only me) that don't have the O/D relay.
>
> Should I
> 1) depress the clutch before flipping the switch (both in and out) as though
> I was going into another gear
> 2) lift off the accelerator before flipping the switch
>
> Thanks,
> Phil
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: kentmclean at comcast.net
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Sent: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 9:05 am
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
> Throttle
>
>
>
> Bob Spidell wrote:
>> re:
>> "On that 100/6, if revs dropped too low, it would switch out of OD and
>> into
> the
>> straight gear, like an automatic"
>>
>> That's not what the O/D throttle ("kickdown") switch is supposed to do.
> Sounds
>> like that car had a marginal/weak oil pump in the O/D.
>
> That's too bad. I rather liked it.  IIRC, when you brought the revs back up
> and then let off the gas, the OD would kick back in.
>
> --
> --
> Kent McLean
> '59 100 BN2
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'64 BJ8

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Thu Jul 17 10:50:05 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (glemon at neb.rr.com)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:50:05 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
Message-ID: <217599.2473681216313405852.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web05-z02>

Alan, why on the gas when going into O/D, I thought it was let up on the gas a little to let the O/D ratio and engine speed match more closely.  I have always gotten the smoothest engagement into overdrive that way.  Agree that you should give it a little gas when going out of O/D

Greg Lemon
  
---- Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote: 
> Phil -
> 
> You got it backwards, on or off you should always have your foot on
> the gas.  Depress the clutch if situation does not allow you to be
> accelerating..
> 
> Alan
> 
> 
> 
> On 7/17/08, philritten at aol.com <philritten at aol.com> wrote:
> > All,
> >
> > I'm not sure if I understood correctly what the best thing to do is for
> > those of us (probably only me) that don't have the O/D relay.
> >
> > Should I
> > 1) depress the clutch before flipping the switch (both in and out) as though
> > I was going into another gear
> > 2) lift off the accelerator before flipping the switch
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Phil
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: kentmclean at comcast.net
> > To: healeys at autox.team.net
> > Sent: Wed, 16 Jul 2008 9:05 am
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
> > Throttle
> >
> >
> >
> > Bob Spidell wrote:
> >> re:
> >> "On that 100/6, if revs dropped too low, it would switch out of OD and
> >> into
> > the
> >> straight gear, like an automatic"
> >>
> >> That's not what the O/D throttle ("kickdown") switch is supposed to do.
> > Sounds
> >> like that car had a marginal/weak oil pump in the O/D.
> >
> > That's too bad. I rather liked it.  IIRC, when you brought the revs back up
> > and then let off the gas, the OD would kick back in.
> >
> > --
> > --
> > Kent McLean
> > '59 100 BN2
> > Healeys at autox.team.net
> > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
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From cleona44 at hotmail.com  Thu Jul 17 11:34:06 2008
From: cleona44 at hotmail.com (Jim Lesher)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:34:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
Message-ID: <BAY104-W538D62F67E458946B81949C58E0@phx.gbl>

Does any one know what Austin-Healey Jay Leno may be working on in his 80,000
sq ft restoration garage?
Check out the photo on p 49, bottom left, "ground-up restoration is being
performed on a white Austin-Healey" in the article " Jay Leno's Big Dog Garage
- Part One". I found the article in a new magazine " Garage Style Magazine",
Spring - 2008, first issue, about 4 weeks ago at my local Borders.

Thanks
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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Thu Jul 17 12:25:01 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (kentmclean at comcast.net)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:25:01 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
Message-ID: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>

Jim Lesher wrote:
> Does any one know what Austin-Healey Jay Leno may be working on in his 80,000
> sq ft restoration garage?

It doesn't show up here:
<http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/cars/index.shtml>

--
Kent McLean
'59 100 BN2

From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 17 12:49:22 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:49:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Setting Timing on 100-6
In-Reply-To: <!~!UENERkVCMDkAAQACAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABgAAAAAAAAA0URZJ8mcIE6Bk2YxB8q6GMKAAAAQAAAAp0VoZDmWX0WGa2Oqjc2oIAEAAAAA@anglesey.us>
Message-ID: <8CAB654F5B2E72A-8E4-63B8@webmail-nh08.sysops.aol.com>

Don/All,

I seem to have gotten answers that BTC is both on the left and the right. I'm guessing that what I'm hearing is the crank pulley (harmonic balancer?) is turning clockwise as viewed from the front over the radiator, and that BTC is either where the mark on the balancer is left of the indicator on the block or if you put a mark on the balancer at 15 degrees BTC, it would be right of the original mark. Correct?

It sounds as though the thing to do is to put marks at 5/8 (15 deg) and 1/2 (10 deg) on the balancer (to the right of the original mark) and line those up with the mark on the block using the timing light. Correct?

Thanks,
Phil


-----Original Message-----
From: Don <don at anglesey.us>
To: philritten at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 8:34 am
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Setting Timing on 100-6



Phil,
I usually set mine to max advance at 36 degrees and at idle it comes out
between 12 to 15 degrees.  I use a timing light that has a dial to
adjust the degrees and just set line on balancer with pointer on timing
cover.  BTDC is to the right and with regular timing light I would
measure the distance of 15 degree over to the right and mark with white
crayon or set static timing which usually comes pretty close.
Don
57' BN4

From rjswain at hotmail.com  Thu Jul 17 12:57:35 2008
From: rjswain at hotmail.com (Rick Swain)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:57:35 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Door Hinge Pillar Angle again
Message-ID: <BAY112-W10D643EAA5687D00AA22EB58E0@phx.gbl>

Most of what I wrote first time made sense but my second request for an angle
was messed up. I'd like to know the angle the hinge pillar makes where it
meets the inner sill and secondly the angle of the shut face to the sill.
Sorry if I sounded even more stupid than usual.

Rick


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From ricksnover at earthlink.net  Thu Jul 17 13:01:39 2008
From: ricksnover at earthlink.net (Rick Snover)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:01:39 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
In-Reply-To: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A
	040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
References: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <E1KJYjV-0003fW-Im@elasmtp-kukur.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

FWIW, There was a Healey that showed up in a TV show (last year?) 
about Jay's garage, too. Thinking it was Jay's car, someone from our 
Club (not sure who offhand) contacted him (or his people) about the 
possibility of him attending Conclave. He (or his people) told us the 
car wasn't his, but belonged to his mechanic.

At 11:25 AM 7/17/2008, kentmclean at comcast.net wrote:
>Jim Lesher wrote:
>>Does any one know what Austin-Healey Jay Leno may be working on in 
>>his 80,000 > sq ft restoration garage?
>It doesn't show up here: <http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/cars/index.shtml>

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V.P. (Membership), Activities Chairman & Webmaster, Austin-Healey 
Club of S.D. http://www.sdhealey.org
2nd V.P. (Membership) & Webmaster, S.D. British Car Club Council 
http://www.sandiegobritishcarday.org
1964 Sprite Mk III AN8 (driver), 1959 Speedwell Sprite AN5 vintage 
racer (VARA http://www.vararacing.com), 1961 3000 Mk II BT7 (being 
restored), 1955 100 BN2 (pieces in storage)

From cleona44 at hotmail.com  Thu Jul 17 13:05:59 2008
From: cleona44 at hotmail.com (Jim Lesher)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:05:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
In-Reply-To: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
References: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BAY104-W344EAC79121918059F0F6DC58E0@phx.gbl>

Kent - That was the first place I checked myself. I think that since this is a
project that is currently being worked on it, will not show up in his
collection listing. I have not been able to find anywhere on his website a
listing of his current projects.
thanks
jim lesher
'55 BN1
'57 Longbridge BN4 2 porthead

> From: kentmclean at comcast.net
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:25:01 +0000
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration
Garage
>
> Jim Lesher wrote:
> > Does any one know what Austin-Healey Jay Leno may be working on in his
80,000
> > sq ft restoration garage?
>
> It doesn't show up here:
> <http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/cars/index.shtml>
>
> --
> Kent McLean
> '59 100 BN2
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From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Thu Jul 17 13:20:45 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:20:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
In-Reply-To: <BAY104-W344EAC79121918059F0F6DC58E0@phx.gbl>
References: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
	<BAY104-W344EAC79121918059F0F6DC58E0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <01c801c8e842$36a35ae0$a3ea10a0$@net>

Ond, in case you do not know, you can upload a photo and short narrative of
your car to his site. About 50 Healeys are already there including mine.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Jim
Lesher
Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2008 3:06 PM
To: kentmclean at comcast.net; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration
Garage

Kent - That was the first place I checked myself. I think that since this is
a
project that is currently being worked on it, will not show up in his
collection listing. I have not been able to find anywhere on his website a
listing of his current projects.
thanks
jim lesher
'55 BN1
'57 Longbridge BN4 2 porthead

> From: kentmclean at comcast.net
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:25:01 +0000
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration
Garage
>
> Jim Lesher wrote:
> > Does any one know what Austin-Healey Jay Leno may be working on in his
80,000
> > sq ft restoration garage?

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Thu Jul 17 13:32:56 2008
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:32:56 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
In-Reply-To: <E1KJYjV-0003fW-Im@elasmtp-kukur.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
	<E1KJYjV-0003fW-Im@elasmtp-kukur.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <1EB708C8-31E9-424F-8EA3-EF63140DF074@sbcglobal.net>

Yes that car belongs to one of his mechanics we send a lot of parts  
down there for him.




David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Jul 17, 2008, at 12:01 PM, Rick Snover wrote:

> FWIW, There was a Healey that showed up in a TV show (last year?)
> about Jay's garage, too. Thinking it was Jay's car, someone from our
> Club (not sure who offhand) contacted him (or his people) about the
> possibility of him attending Conclave. He (or his people) told us the
> car wasn't his, but belonged to his mechanic.
>
> At 11:25 AM 7/17/2008, kentmclean at comcast.net wrote:
>> Jim Lesher wrote:
>>> Does any one know what Austin-Healey Jay Leno may be working on in
>>> his 80,000 > sq ft restoration garage?
>> It doesn't show up here: <http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/cars/ 
>> index.shtml>
>
> --
> Rick Snover, San Diego, California, USA
> V.P. (Membership), Activities Chairman & Webmaster, Austin-Healey
> Club of S.D. http://www.sdhealey.org
> 2nd V.P. (Membership) & Webmaster, S.D. British Car Club Council
> http://www.sandiegobritishcarday.org
> 1964 Sprite Mk III AN8 (driver), 1959 Speedwell Sprite AN5 vintage
> racer (VARA http://www.vararacing.com), 1961 3000 Mk II BT7 (being
> restored), 1955 100 BN2 (pieces in storage)
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From don at anglesey.us  Thu Jul 17 13:36:32 2008
From: don at anglesey.us (Don )
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:36:32 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Setting Timing on 100-6
In-Reply-To: <8CAB654F5B2E72A-8E4-63B8@webmail-nh08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <!~!UENERkVCMDkAAQACAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABgAAAAAAAAA0URZJ8mcIE6Bk2YxB8q6GMKAAAAQAAAAcJ3PNmrCMEGoLM/8TeFHUgEAAAAA@anglesey.us>

Correct,
When looking from the front over the radiator the harmonic balancer is
turning clockwise; sitting in the driver's seat it is going
counterclockwise.  BTDC is the notch in the harmonic balancer.  You want
to make the mark to the right; clockwise from the notch if looking in
over the radiator.  Then just like you said line the timing light to
mark on block with marks you made on balancer.
Don
57" BN4

From dpaye at crocker.com  Thu Jul 17 13:55:53 2008
From: dpaye at crocker.com (Donald Paye)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:55:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
In-Reply-To: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
References: <071720081825.8467.487F8E7D0000EC4F000021132215586394020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <70F036B8126E43B19FC435425593D804@DonaldPayePC>

In one of the "My Classic Car" shows, Jay mentioned to "the certified car 
nut" in passing the 100 that he had the project for many years and was not 
making much headway.

Don Paye  BN1,BJ7,2-Tigers



----- Original Message ----- 
From: <kentmclean at comcast.net>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2008 2:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration 
Garage


> Jim Lesher wrote:
>> Does any one know what Austin-Healey Jay Leno may be working on in his 
>> 80,000
>> sq ft restoration garage?
>
> It doesn't show up here:
> <http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/cars/index.shtml>
>
> --
> Kent McLean
> '59 100 BN2
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Thu Jul 17 14:05:44 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:05:44 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Wheels and Tire Sizes? Final...
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807152104l3e44215dm8831b6bf26730bb4@mail.gmail.com>
References: <771912.13831.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>	
	<9095C46A-018D-40F5-AE78-D36CFA488556@sbcglobal.net>	
	<487D5141.9070104@pacbell.net>
	<ff59076c0807152104l3e44215dm8831b6bf26730bb4@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <487FA618.3020705@pacbell.net>

Alan, et al,

Yes, they do stick outside of the wings.  I do not have stiffer springs 
which is why I put in a bid for yours.  The dampers are factory 
rebuilds, painted gold/bronze, that I purchased in the boxes decades ago 
when Al Moss still owned Moss Motors.  I'm also running a 7/8" sway bar 
with polyurethane bushes which keeps the front absolutely flat.  (No, 
it's not raced hard enough for the bushes to rip out the mounts.)  And, 
I will admit I've been lucky enough to avoid all large potholes.  Also, 
I have pushed split fuel line onto the lower rear edges of all the wings 
to protect that very vulnerable area of  paint.

HTH

Bill



Alan Seigrist wrote:
> Bill -
>
> I used to have 205 65s on my BJ8 and the wheels stuck out enough that 
> one time I hit a pretty hard bump and the tire hit the edge of the 
> fender and caused it to crack the bondo that was in there (this was 
> 1986 when lots of bondo was the norm for repairing these cars, no 
> jokes please!).  I would imagine this would be an issue on the early 
> BN1 (I have one) unless you put stiffer springs and shocks on it.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90

> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
> On Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 9:39 AM, Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net 
> <mailto:bn1 at pacbell.net>> wrote:
>
>     While slightly off the subject, maybe we can finally put one
>     debate to rest.
>
>     I like a very full wheel well and run Dunlop 205/65R15's on Dayton
>     SS/chrome 6" tubeless 72's.  Because I have an early BN1 with the
>     smallest front wheel wells, I've been told over and over:  No can do,
>     they'll rub!  And that also came from some reported "experts".
>
>     Well, John Nikas drove my car to the fastest production 100 in the
>     Gymkhana at Conclave 2008 and there was nary a rub inside or out!
>      Case
>     closed?
>
>     Bill Barnett
>     '53 BN1 with FAT footprints :-)

From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 17 14:24:37 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:24:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Setting Timing on 100-6
In-Reply-To: <!~!UENERkVCMDkAAQACAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABgAAAAAAAAA0URZJ8mcIE6Bk2YxB8q6GMKAAAAQAAAAcJ3PNmrCMEGoLM/8TeFHUgEAAAAA@anglesey.us>
Message-ID: <8CAB66244598DE8-8E4-6811@webmail-nh08.sysops.aol.com>

Don,

Thank you very much for your clear explanation and thank you to everyone else
for your input!

Phil

Don, doB you have a Longbridge BN4? I do. Someone I was talking to the other
day wasB wondering how many Longbridge BN4s are still running and thought
thereB might beB a registry. Do you know anything about that?

Phil

-----Original Message-----
From: Don <don at anglesey.us>
To: philritten at aol.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:36 pm
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Setting Timing on 100-6




Correct,

When looking from the front over the radiator the harmonic balancer is turning
clockwise; sitting in the driverbs seat it is going counterclockwise. B BTDC
is the notch in the harmonic balancer.B  You want to make the mark to the
right; clockwise from the notch if looking in over the radiator.B  Then just
like you said line the timing light to mark on block with marks you made on
balancer.

Don

57b BN4

From 57healey at gmail.com  Thu Jul 17 14:53:56 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:53:56 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Setting Timing on 100-6
In-Reply-To: <8CAB66244598DE8-8E4-6811@webmail-nh08.sysops.aol.com>
References: <!~!UENERkVCMDkAAQACAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABgAAAAAAAAA0URZJ8mcIE6Bk2YxB8q6GMKAAAAQAAAAcJ3PNmrCMEGoLM/8TeFHUgEAAAAA@anglesey.us>
	<8CAB66244598DE8-8E4-6811@webmail-nh08.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807171353m7d9e2e45ve0506eb527b1da81@mail.gmail.com>

Phil,

I wouldn't be suprized if Jim contacted you before you get this, but
here is the registry information.

BN4 Longbridge 2-Port Head Registry.
Owners of Longbridge-built 100-Six models with the 2-port head are
invited to contact the Registrar and provide details of their cars.
You will receive a copy of the register quarterly. Contact "Longbridge
Larry" aka Jim Lesher, at BN4_2porthead at hotmail.com or 3715 St George
Circle, Doylestown PA 18901.

Patton

BN4 L O 37718
Built April 1, 1957


On Thu, Jul 17, 2008 at 3:24 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:
>
> Don,
>
> Thank you very much for your clear explanation and thank you to everyone else
> for your input!
>
> Phil
>
> Don, doB you have a Longbridge BN4? I do. Someone I was talking to the other
> day wasB wondering how many Longbridge BN4s are still running and thought
> thereB might beB a registry. Do you know anything about that?
>
> Phil

--
Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From bertvanbrande at yahoo.com  Thu Jul 17 15:58:11 2008
From: bertvanbrande at yahoo.com (Bert Van Brande)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:58:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
In-Reply-To: <BAY104-W538D62F67E458946B81949C58E0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <383423.22196.qm@web50410.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

FWIW, I sold a BN1 3 speed gearbox to his mechanic who works mostly on the bikes.  I remember having seen the car (mostly a frame) on one of the online videos where Jay refers to the project.  Note Jay was super interested in one of the 100's on the British Car day at Woodley Park, LA a couple months ago. 

Cheers from Belgium (back in LA next week)

Bert

From dwhite4949 at wowway.com  Thu Jul 17 16:20:09 2008
From: dwhite4949 at wowway.com (Daniel and Diane White)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:20:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Hardtop value
Message-ID: <487FC599.3060602@wowway.com>

Hello group,
A friend of mine is going to sell a hardtop for a two seater to me.  
That's the good news.  Problem is, we are trying to come up with a fair 
market value.  It will need a total restoration- paint, new headliner, 
seals, hardware, back window and whatever else it needs to make it look 
pretty.  What are your thoughts as to what the selling price should be?
Thanks,
Dan
1962 BN7 MK II

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Thu Jul 17 17:33:45 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:33:45 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
In-Reply-To: <383423.22196.qm@web50410.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <383423.22196.qm@web50410.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <487FD6D9.3050705@pacbell.net>

I believe the car he was interested in belongs to a member of our Club, 
the Austin-Healey Association of So. Cal., who is not on this List.  It 
is a black 100 nasty boy with Nerf bars and custom built-in side pipes.  
It is fitted with an aluminum block Olds V-8 and dual Strombergs.  
According to the owner, Jay talked to him for about half an hour about it.

Bill Barnett
'53 BN1 #663

Bert Van Brande wrote:
> FWIW, I sold a BN1 3 speed gearbox to his mechanic who works mostly on the bikes.  I remember having seen the car (mostly a frame) on one of the online videos where Jay refers to the project.  Note Jay was super interested in one of the 100's on the British Car day at Woodley Park, LA a couple months ago. 
>
> Cheers from Belgium (back in LA next week)
>
> Bert
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From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 17 18:01:02 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:01:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
Message-ID: <8CAB680803D3082-8E4-7088@webmail-nh08.sysops.aol.com>

I have a Tonneau cover that I got with my 4 seater that doesn't quite seem to have the room to snap the front couple of snaps on each side and be long enough to go over the steering wheel or over the front snap. Someone mentioned it might be for a 2 seater. Would anyone out there like to trade me for a 4 seat cover?

Thanks,

From jculphealey at yahoo.com  Thu Jul 17 18:01:33 2008
From: jculphealey at yahoo.com (Jim Culp)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 17:01:33 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] (Non Healey Reading)  Chevrolet Biscayne article
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0807171353m7d9e2e45ve0506eb527b1da81@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <443504.77283.qm@web46302.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I thought I would share this article from the August 2008 edition of
Automobile magazine.  The article featured 5 cars from GM's "Motorama" dream
car tour from the '50's.  I was particularly struck by the styling of the
Chevy Biscayne and the story behind it's (partial) restoration. I find the
"bugeye" headlights and the side coves to be particularly pleasing to the eye,
and the hand layed windshield is pretty amazing.  Anyway, enjoy:



http://www.flickr.com/photos/28711344 at N06/2678664130/sizes/l/

From jerryhay at msn.com  Thu Jul 17 18:14:40 2008
From: jerryhay at msn.com (ROBERT HAY)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:14:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Patch collectors
Message-ID: <BAY116-W37042722D7FC933F4760A5C3890@phx.gbl>

Healey is gone; working through small items.  I have the following patches for
sale:

1-1999 Conclave "Meet me in St. Louis"
2-2000 Conclave Indianapolis
2-Southern Classic XIV "Healeys by the Sea"
2-Open Roads 2002, 50th Anniversary, Lake Tahoe
1-Austin-Healey 3000 MK II strip patch
2-Austin-Healey Club of America [dark blue background and light blue
background]
1-oblong Healey patch w/ yellow castle and British flag
2-BMC round patch w. ribbon
1-SCCA Kentucky
1-Britich flag patch, 2" x 4"
1-TR Triumph, blue and white
1-Conclave 1999 dash plaque
1-2002 open roads 50th anniversary plaque
1-2002 open roads 50th anniversary sticker.

Would like to sell as a lot but will divide.  BO + actual postage by July 25

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From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 17 18:17:26 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:17:26 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage
In-Reply-To: <487FD6D9.3050705@pacbell.net>
References: <383423.22196.qm@web50410.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<487FD6D9.3050705@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <8CAB682CA668830-8E4-711B@webmail-nh08.sysops.aol.com>

I wonder if he has a thing for black sports cars. I spoke to a gentleman who was selling his black MGCGT about two months ago. He claims that Jay saw his car and talked to him about it for a while. It is a nice looking car.??Here's the link:

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/car/757530424.html

-----Original Message-----
From: Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net>
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 4:33 pm
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Mystery Austin Healey in Jay Leno's Restoration Garage



I believe the car he was interested in belongs to a member of our Club, 
the Austin-Healey Association of So. Cal., who is not on this List.  It 
is a black 100 nasty boy with Nerf bars and custom built-in side pipes.  
It is fitted with an aluminum block Olds V-8 and dual Strombergs.  
According to the owner, Jay talked to him for about half an hour about it.

Bill Barnett
'53 BN1 #663

Bert Van Brande wrote:
> FWIW, I sold a BN1 3 speed gearbox to his mechanic who works mostly on the 
bikes.  I remember having seen the car (mostly a frame) on one of the online 
videos where Jay refers to the project.  Note Jay was super interested in one of 
the 100's on the British Car day at Woodley Park, LA a couple months ago. 
>
> Cheers from Belgium (back in LA next week)
>
> Bert
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From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Jul 17 18:24:44 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:24:44 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
In-Reply-To: <8CAB6325B7406E5-12F8-3953@webmail-nd21.sysops.aol.com>
References: <071620081605.16613.487E1C3800001B89000040E52215578674020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
	<8CAB6325B7406E5-12F8-3953@webmail-nd21.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F89A@itfexch5.central.det.win>

G'day

I think I have said this before, but I can imagine all you blokes out in
your cars pussyfooting around when changing in and out of OD.

Properly maintained, the Laycock de Normanville overdrive is a robust
piece of machinery. The same goes for the complete drivetrain of any
Austin-Healey, whether it's fitted with an OD or not.

Over the years I have had ODs in many different states of repair and I
must say it's one of the most endearing aspects of AH ownership.

When the OD electrics in the BN3 were completely stuff I straightened a
wire coat hanger, drilled a small hole in the gearbox tunnel, climbed
underneath to attach the wire to the lever and afterwards operated the
OD by hand.

When did I pull the wire? When I was accelerating.
When did I push the wire for direct drive? When I was accelerating.

When the car was restored and the OD was working as it should.

When did I flick the switch? When I am accelerating.
When did I flick the switch for direct drive? When I am accelerating.

When I am decelerating I may just blip the throttle slightly to bring
the revs up. Not unlike what I do when I change out of cruise control
(best invention since sliced bread) in our modern automatic.

PLEASE stop fartarsing about with your cars and get out and use them as
they were intended. Drive them in all sorts of circumstances and only
then will you know what they are capable of.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

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From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
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Behalf Of philritten at aol.com
Sent: Friday, 18 July 2008 12:42 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
Throttle

All,

I'm not sure if I understood correctly what the best thing to do is for
those of us (probably only me) that don't have the O/D relay.

Should I
1) depress the clutch before flipping the switch (both in and out) as
though I was going into another gear
2) lift off the accelerator before flipping the switch

Thanks,
Phil

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From dwflagg at juno.com  Thu Jul 17 18:35:33 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:35:33 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
Message-ID: <20080717.203534.2880.0.dwflagg@juno.com>

Patrick,

Very well said and that goes for the non-Smitty transmission as well. You
should learn from Patrick's words and truly enjoy the Healey for the
rugged, classic sports car it is. As Dorothy said (Not an exact quote but
paraphrased), "If you can't find happiness in your own back yard....".
Don't ask your Healey to be what it isn't, but be happy for what it is!!
IMHO.

Doug


> G'day
> 
> I think I have said this before, but I can imagine all you blokes 
> out in
> your cars pussyfooting around when changing in and out of OD.
> 
> Properly maintained, the Laycock de Normanville overdrive is a 
> robust
> piece of machinery. The same goes for the complete drivetrain of 
> any
> Austin-Healey, whether it's fitted with an OD or not.
> 
> Over the years I have had ODs in many different states of repair and 
> I
> must say it's one of the most endearing aspects of AH ownership.
> 
> When the OD electrics in the BN3 were completely stuff I 
> straightened a
> wire coat hanger, drilled a small hole in the gearbox tunnel, 
> climbed
> underneath to attach the wire to the lever and afterwards operated 
> the
> OD by hand.
> 
> When did I pull the wire? When I was accelerating.
> When did I push the wire for direct drive? When I was accelerating.
> 
> When the car was restored and the OD was working as it should.
> 
> When did I flick the switch? When I am accelerating.
> When did I flick the switch for direct drive? When I am 
> accelerating.
> 
> When I am decelerating I may just blip the throttle slightly to 
> bring
> the revs up. Not unlike what I do when I change out of cruise 
> control
> (best invention since sliced bread) in our modern automatic.
> 
> PLEASE stop fartarsing about with your cars and get out and use them 
> as
> they were intended. Drive them in all sorts of circumstances and 
> only
> then will you know what they are capable of.
> 
> Hoo Roo
> 
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia
> 
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From e-wilkins at cox.net  Thu Jul 17 19:25:33 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:25:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
In-Reply-To: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F89A@itfexch5.central.det.win>
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I love the wire actuated overdrive.

I did that in my BN6 from about 1995 'til 1997 when I bought a solenoid.

The wire went through my ashtray hole.

Wilko
San Diego

On Jul 17, 2008, at 5:24 PM, Quinn, Patrick wrote:

> G'day
>
> I think I have said this before, but I can imagine all you blokes  
> out in
> your cars pussyfooting around when changing in and out of OD.
>
> Properly maintained, the Laycock de Normanville overdrive is a robust
> piece of machinery. The same goes for the complete drivetrain of any
> Austin-Healey, whether it's fitted with an OD or not.
>
> Over the years I have had ODs in many different states of repair and I
> must say it's one of the most endearing aspects of AH ownership.
>
> When the OD electrics in the BN3 were completely stuff I  
> straightened a
> wire coat hanger, drilled a small hole in the gearbox tunnel, climbed
> underneath to attach the wire to the lever and afterwards operated the
> OD by hand.
>
> When did I pull the wire? When I was accelerating.
> When did I push the wire for direct drive? When I was accelerating.
>
> When the car was restored and the OD was working as it should.
>
> When did I flick the switch? When I am accelerating.
> When did I flick the switch for direct drive? When I am accelerating.
>
> When I am decelerating I may just blip the throttle slightly to bring
> the revs up. Not unlike what I do when I change out of cruise control
> (best invention since sliced bread) in our modern automatic.
>
> PLEASE stop fartarsing about with your cars and get out and use them  
> as
> they were intended. Drive them in all sorts of circumstances and only
> then will you know what they are capable of.
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net]  
> On
> Behalf Of philritten at aol.com
> Sent: Friday, 18 July 2008 12:42 AM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
> Throttle
>
> All,
>
> I'm not sure if I understood correctly what the best thing to do is  
> for
> those of us (probably only me) that don't have the O/D relay.
>
> Should I
> 1) depress the clutch before flipping the switch (both in and out) as
> though I was going into another gear
> 2) lift off the accelerator before flipping the switch
>
> Thanks,
> Phil
>
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From kit at henrymotorsports.com  Thu Jul 17 19:28:38 2008
From: kit at henrymotorsports.com (Kit Henry)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 21:28:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Next one for sale Jaguar Non Healey
Message-ID: <000d01c8e875$9b112970$030ba8c0@henryfce283bea>

Not sure if anyone her is interested, My Healey has not yet sold, though it is
being examined Monday for a possible.

Car number 2 of the collection that is up for sale

1967 !/2 Jaguar XKE Series 11/2
New Nose, Old Style Rear
New paint
All new interior all  professionally installed
Guages replaced or repaired
New Switiches
New Top
New Chorme where needed
New Dayton Wire Wheels and tires
Yellow with black interior
New door skins, doors need adjusting not fittting properly yet
New Heater Box
New Battery
Mecahnical restoration begun by certified technician not yet completed
Ran last fall when stored shouldn't be an issue
Over 20,000.00 spent on restoration to date
More information on what excatly has been done tomorrow

Pictures coming, may be seen at: http://www.henrymotorcar.com/mvc-001f.jpg
this was at the beginning of the restoration

Asking $57,500.00

Kit Henry
419-217-0685

From shop at justbrits.com  Thu Jul 17 21:02:26 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 21:02:26 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Question for Shop Owners / Restorers Only - OD
 Throttle
References: <20080717.203534.2880.0.dwflagg@juno.com>
Message-ID: <00cd01c8e882$b5ba5820$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Don't ask your Healey to be what it isn't, but be happy for what it is!!
IMHO.>>

Mine ALSO, Doug.  (as you well know from out private mails<VBG>!!!)

Ed
'63 BJ-7 (Hortense the Healey   BONE STOCK   and staying that way!!)

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Thu Jul 17 21:19:50 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2008 23:19:50 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Next one for sale Jaguar Non Healey
Message-ID: <20080718031950.LTJP13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

You ought to put this on the E-Type list.  If you arn't familiar with this list, let me know.

tom 
> 
> From: "Kit Henry" <kit at henrymotorsports.com>
> Date: 2008/07/17 Thu PM 09:28:38 EDT
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] Next one for sale Jaguar Non Healey
> 
> Not sure if anyone her is interested, My Healey has not yet sold, though it is
> being examined Monday for a possible.
> 
> Car number 2 of the collection that is up for sale
> 
> 1967 !/2 Jaguar XKE Series 11/2
> New Nose, Old Style Rear
> New paint
> All new interior all  professionally installed
> Guages replaced or repaired
> New Switiches
> New Top
> New Chorme where needed
> New Dayton Wire Wheels and tires
> Yellow with black interior
> New door skins, doors need adjusting not fittting properly yet
> New Heater Box
> New Battery
> Mecahnical restoration begun by certified technician not yet completed
> Ran last fall when stored shouldn't be an issue
> Over 20,000.00 spent on restoration to date
> More information on what excatly has been done tomorrow
> 
> Pictures coming, may be seen at: http://www.henrymotorcar.com/mvc-001f.jpg
> this was at the beginning of the restoration
> 
> Asking $57,500.00
> 
> Kit Henry
> 419-217-0685
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From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Thu Jul 17 22:54:50 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:54:50 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] O/D Action
Message-ID: <1216356890.4880221aebf3b@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

Without the throttle switch/relay in service just drive it and use it like 
grandpa trained you to change gears without using the clutch in his old Chev. 
truck without sychromesh. Blend the revs to suit an increasing or decreasing 
road speed and engine revs. and it slips in and out seemlessly like a knife 
thro butter.
Joe

From jwbn6 at verizon.net  Fri Jul 18 04:40:38 2008
From: jwbn6 at verizon.net (jerry wall)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:40:38 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Hardtop value
Message-ID: <6571535.992701216377638963.JavaMail.root@vms126.mailsrvcs.net>

=dan,
$750-950 depending upon condition of the shell. you will end up with $4000+ before you are through.  i've just begun the final assembly on my 2-seater project, however, will be delayed several weeks as my rh shoulder rotator cuff surgery heals.
cheers,
jerry

====================
From: Daniel and Diane White <dwhite4949 at wowway.com>
Date: 2008/07/17 Thu PM 05:20:09 CDT
To: Healey list <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Healeys] Hardtop value

Hello group,
A friend of mine is going to sell a hardtop for a two seater to me.  
That's the good news.  Problem is, we are trying to come up with a fair 
market value.  It will need a total restoration- paint, new headliner, 
seals, hardware, back window and whatever else it needs to make it look 
pretty.  What are your thoughts as to what the selling price should be?
Thanks,
Dan
1962 BN7 MK II
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From ah3000me at gmail.com  Fri Jul 18 04:57:58 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:57:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
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Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807180357h7cf4b1edqcf1a41cc8d233dfb@mail.gmail.com>

I have the same problem with mine, and I assume the tonneau cover has lost
its stretch or shrunk with age.

- tom

On Thu, Jul 17, 2008 at 8:01 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:

> I have a Tonneau cover that I got with my 4 seater that doesn't quite seem
> to have the room to snap the front couple of snaps on each side and be long
> enough to go over the steering wheel or over the front snap. Someone
> mentioned it might be for a 2 seater. Would anyone out there like to trade
> me for a 4 seat cover?
>
> Thanks,
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From dwhite4949 at wowway.com  Fri Jul 18 08:00:42 2008
From: dwhite4949 at wowway.com (Daniel and Diane White)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:00:42 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Hardtop follow up
Message-ID: <4880A20A.1070302@wowway.com>

Thank you to you listers that responded to my question regarding what 
the two seater hardtop would/should sell for.   I have sad news to 
report- the hardtop was stolen this past week.  As you can imagine there 
are a lot of feelings of anger and disappointment.  Please don't flame 
me and I know what the odds are but I have to ask the question.  Does 
anyone know of or have a two seater hardtop for sale?
Regards,
Dan
1962 BN7 MK II

From tomleavy at comcast.net  Fri Jul 18 08:12:38 2008
From: tomleavy at comcast.net (tomleavy at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:12:38 +0000
Subject: [Healeys]  Hardtop value
Message-ID: <071820081412.7821.4880A4D60001557A00001E8D220642461397900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>

Hi Dan-

I recently sold one on ebay that was in similar condition, however, It was a 4 seater hardtop. It had several bids and after  3 or 4 days someone clicked "buy it now" for $300. I hope that gives you some idea.

Tom
'63 BJ7 obsesstoration

From don at anglesey.us  Fri Jul 18 09:13:17 2008
From: don at anglesey.us (Don )
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:13:17 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Part needs new home
Message-ID: <!~!UENERkVCMDkAAQACAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABgAAAAAAAAA0URZJ8mcIE6Bk2YxB8q6GMKAAAAQAAAAPoyzQuMqUkGNJug3HrfJMgEAAAAA@anglesey.us>

I have an extra A-H Spares aluminum works oil pan that is collecting
dust in my shop.  I do not have the drain plug or bolts because I miss
placed them when I moved.  Contact me off list if interested or to EBay
it goes.
Thanks.
Don
57' BN4

From philritten at aol.com  Fri Jul 18 10:17:35 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:17:35 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Touch Up Paint
Message-ID: <8CAB708ECA87AA1-1FC-815A@WEBMAIL-NG16.sysops.aol.com>

I got a number of paint chips on my car going to the Conclave. I've tried going to Pep Boys to see if any of their touch up paint colors will match, but none do. Does anyone have an idea of how to have a custom color matched, and little bit of paint made?
?
Thanks

From bspidell at comcast.net  Fri Jul 18 10:29:37 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:29:37 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Touch Up Paint
Message-ID: <071820081629.445.4880C4F10007A1FF000001BD220702455304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Phil,


Any good automotive paint shop should be able to match your paint pretty closely with a colorimeter.  I had my "Colorado Red" match perfectly to GM "Peking Red" (what a coincidence ;).  

They will likely have a minimum--probably 1pt--which could set you back $40-50 with catalyst, but IMO it's worth it for a good match (you can always use it to touch up frame bare spots).  They might be able to do an aerosol as well.


bs

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***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: philritten at aol.com
> I got a number of paint chips on my car going to the Conclave. I've tried going 
> to Pep Boys to see if any of their touch up paint colors will match, but none 
> do. Does anyone have an idea of how to have a custom color matched, and little 
> bit of paint made?
> ?
> Thanks

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Fri Jul 18 10:36:03 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:36:03 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] car Insurance Disclaimer---Legit???
Message-ID: <BLU117-W33C8D9CFBB8815285A388FBF890@phx.gbl>

My current car insurer, Leland West, which requires photos of the insured car
and the "Locked" garage it is stored in, just wrote me a letter advising me it
would not insure my cars while stored on, below or while working on or near my
car lift.  The lift appears in one of the 4 photos I had to send them of the
garage.  I am not pleased with this situation.

I have 2 questions for the gang:

A.  Has anyone else had to sign off on such an agreement with any other
insurance company?  (hagarty, Grundy, etc)

B.  Has anyone seen such a disclaimer warning from any of its lift
manufacturers?

LeLand is notorious for basically having an endless list of things in both
large and fine print they won't insure against or will decline payment should
a claim be filed (I've never filed a claim---yet).  My lift is a
Revolution---Made in America, and one of the few approved by the AAMA and
other large underwriters and associations. Sure we've all seen the collapsed
lifts in marketing pitches by the different selling manufacturers but what is
the risk factor?

Fortunately car insurance is an un-emotional business in that it you can drop
them as easy as they can drop you.  I am stuck with Leland (unless I refuse to
sign the release) until next February when I can shop around again.

Richard of KY
1960 BN7
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From dan at warner-associates.com  Fri Jul 18 10:37:19 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:37:19 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
In-Reply-To: <d9b7a14d0807180357h7cf4b1edqcf1a41cc8d233dfb@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <002501c8e8f4$8c059720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Likewise on my cover.  Seems they all shrink with time.  How do you keep
that from happening on replacements?  I was told they cannot be stretched.
Dan



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of T W
Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 5:58 AM
To: philritten at aol.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover

I have the same problem with mine, and I assume the tonneau cover has lost
its stretch or shrunk with age.

- tom

On Thu, Jul 17, 2008 at 8:01 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:

> I have a Tonneau cover that I got with my 4 seater that doesn't quite seem
> to have the room to snap the front couple of snaps on each side and be
long
> enough to go over the steering wheel or over the front snap. Someone
> mentioned it might be for a 2 seater. Would anyone out there like to trade
> me for a 4 seat cover?
>
> Thanks,
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From e-wilkins at cox.net  Fri Jul 18 10:43:34 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:43:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
In-Reply-To: <002501c8e8f4$8c059720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
References: <002501c8e8f4$8c059720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
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Lay it out in the sun to warm it up, it'll stretch.



On Jul 18, 2008, at 9:37 AM, Dan Stromquist wrote:

> Likewise on my cover.  Seems they all shrink with time.  How do you  
> keep
> that from happening on replacements?  I was told they cannot be  
> stretched.
> Dan
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net]  
> On Behalf
> Of T W
> Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 5:58 AM
> To: philritten at aol.com
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
>
> I have the same problem with mine, and I assume the tonneau cover  
> has lost
> its stretch or shrunk with age.
>
> - tom
>
> On Thu, Jul 17, 2008 at 8:01 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:
>
>> I have a Tonneau cover that I got with my 4 seater that doesn't  
>> quite seem
>> to have the room to snap the front couple of snaps on each side  
>> and be
> long
>> enough to go over the steering wheel or over the front snap. Someone
>> mentioned it might be for a 2 seater. Would anyone out there like  
>> to trade
>> me for a 4 seat cover?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Fri Jul 18 10:55:35 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:55:35 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
Message-ID: <20080718165535.IUMG13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Leave them sit out in the sun at 95 degrees for a while and you can stretch them to fit----now----after it gets cold for a while--they might re-shrink:)
tom 
> 
> From: "Dan Stromquist" <dan at warner-associates.com>
> Date: 2008/07/18 Fri PM 12:37:19 EDT
> To: "'Healey List Emails'" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> CC: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
> 
> Likewise on my cover.  Seems they all shrink with time.  How do you keep
> that from happening on replacements?  I was told they cannot be stretched.
> Dan
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of T W
> Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 5:58 AM
> To: philritten at aol.com
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
> 
> I have the same problem with mine, and I assume the tonneau cover has lost
> its stretch or shrunk with age.
> 
> - tom
> 
> On Thu, Jul 17, 2008 at 8:01 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:
> 
> > I have a Tonneau cover that I got with my 4 seater that doesn't quite seem
> > to have the room to snap the front couple of snaps on each side and be
> long
> > enough to go over the steering wheel or over the front snap. Someone
> > mentioned it might be for a 2 seater. Would anyone out there like to trade
> > me for a 4 seat cover?
> >
> > Thanks,
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From clocks at midcoast.com  Fri Jul 18 11:36:45 2008
From: clocks at midcoast.com (James Lea)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:36:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] car Insurance Disclaimer---Legit???
References: <BLU117-W33C8D9CFBB8815285A388FBF890@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <019c01c8e8fc$d9480ec0$0201a8c0@JIM>

Richard. Switch to Hagarty. I have used them for years for all of my cars 
and have never had a problem. If you can, find a local office that 
represents them. I find it better to deal face to face if you ever have a 
claim. Cheers, JL

James Lea
PO Box 25
Rockport Maine 04856
1-207-236-3632

1951 Triumph Renown
1952 MG TD
1952 Triumph Mayflower
1958 Rover P4
1962 Austin Healey BT7
1980 Commuta-car Electric 

From philritten at aol.com  Fri Jul 18 11:44:02 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:44:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Touch Up Paint
In-Reply-To: <071820081629.445.4880C4F10007A1FF000001BD220702455304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
References: <071820081629.445.4880C4F10007A1FF000001BD220702455304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <8CAB715003D8DE7-1FC-8514@WEBMAIL-NG16.sysops.aol.com>

I spoke with a gentleman who told me that I needed to get paint from Sherwin Williams, then he would add some kind of compound to it to make it into touch up paint. I guess it must be some kind of preservative to keep the paint from hardening over time. Does that sound familiar to anyone, or is it a gimmick?
Phil


-----Original Message-----
From: Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net>
To: philritten at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 9:29 am
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Touch Up Paint



Phil,


Any good automotive paint shop should be able to match your paint pretty closely 
with a colorimeter.  I had my "Colorado Red" match perfectly to GM "Peking Red" 
(what a coincidence ;).  

They will likely have a minimum--probably 1pt--which could set you back $40-50 
with catalyst, but IMO it's worth it for a good match (you can always use it to 
touch up frame bare spots).  They might be able to do an aerosol as well.


bs

--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: philritten at aol.com
> I got a number of paint chips on my car going to the Conclave. I've tried 
going 
> to Pep Boys to see if any of their touch up paint colors will match, but none 
> do. Does anyone have an idea of how to have a custom color matched, and little 

> bit of paint made?
> ?
> Thanks

From dan at warner-associates.com  Fri Jul 18 11:47:03 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:47:03 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Loss of Power BJ8-Update
Message-ID: <003401c8e8fe$49a5d0c0$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Problem solved-so I am told.  There was a miss under load that was corrected
by replacing a bad coil wire?  They also put on a new Lucas cap and replaced
the plugs with new Champions.  Since the old ones were burning white, we are
going to swap out the needles in the carbs to burn richer.  The prior owner
had switched them to the richer UN and when I rebuilt them we went with UH.
Condencer and coil checked out OK.  The original perceived lack of fuel
problem turned out to be bogus other than the lean mixture issue. 

 

The inside the gas tank coating by Tank Renew appears to be done right.  The
gauze covering on the fuel outlet seems to be clear and the shop says they
have had many done at the same location with no problems.

 

Regards,

Dan

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Fri Jul 18 12:26:08 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:26:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] car Insurance Disclaimer---Legit???
In-Reply-To: <BLU117-W33C8D9CFBB8815285A388FBF890@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU117-W33C8D9CFBB8815285A388FBF890@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807181126j1fe775die16b9fb6c2eefc81@mail.gmail.com>

i like haggerty.
why not cancel your policy now and change to another carrier. you will
get a partial refund from your current insurance.
ron rader

On Fri, Jul 18, 2008 at 9:36 AM, Richard Collins
<gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com> wrote:
>

  I am stuck with Leland (unless I refuse to
> sign the release) until next February when I can shop around again.
>
> Richard of KY
> 1960 BN7

From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Fri Jul 18 12:59:45 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:59:45 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Friday Funny for OZ and those Down-under
Message-ID: <04a001c8e908$73709f70$bb35480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

Subject: Friday Funny for OZ and those Down-Under



A bloke walks into a bar in New Zealand and orders a shandy.

All the Kiwis sitting around the bar look up, expecting to see another
Australian visitor.

The barman says, 'You ain't from around here, are ya?'

The bloke says, 'No, I'm from Canada.'
The barman says, 'What do you do in Canada?'

The bloke says, 'I'm a taxidermist.'

The barman says, 'A tixidermist?

What the hick is a tixidermist? Do you drive a tixi?'

'No, a taxidermist doesn't drive a taxi. I mount animals.'

The barman grins and yells.........

'He's okay boys, He's one of us.'

Patrick, are you one of the boys ???? ;-))

What's a shandy ????

From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Fri Jul 18 13:04:47 2008
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:04:47 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Touch Up Paint
References: <071820081629.445.4880C4F10007A1FF000001BD220702455304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
	<8CAB715003D8DE7-1FC-8514@WEBMAIL-NG16.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <B78C60F9F7454A8FA71EE4FC5543C720@your4dacd0ea75>

I had a pint of touch up paint mixed of the same color when I had a car 
painted last year. The car was painted with urethane that required a 
catalyst, but the touch up was a different composition ready to be used from 
the can. The brand I used was DuPont. The touch up works well and blends 
perfectly.
The pint of touch up was approximately $40.

Dallas


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <philritten at aol.com>
To: <bspidell at comcast.net>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 1:44 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Touch Up Paint


>I spoke with a gentleman who told me that I needed to get paint from 
>Sherwin Williams, then he would add some kind of compound to it to make it 
>into touch up paint. I guess it must be some kind of preservative to keep 
>the paint from hardening over time. Does that sound familiar to anyone, or 
>is it a gimmick?
> Phil
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net>
> To: philritten at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
> Sent: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 9:29 am
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Touch Up Paint
>
>
>
> Phil,
>
>
> Any good automotive paint shop should be able to match your paint pretty 
> closely
> with a colorimeter.  I had my "Colorado Red" match perfectly to GM "Peking 
> Red"
> (what a coincidence ;).
>
> They will likely have a minimum--probably 1pt--which could set you back 
> $40-50
> with catalyst, but IMO it's worth it for a good match (you can always use 
> it to
> touch up frame bare spots).  They might be able to do an aerosol as well.
>
>
> bs
>
> --
> ***************************************************************
> Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
> '67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
> ***************************************************************
>
> -------------- Original message ----------------------
> From: philritten at aol.com
>> I got a number of paint chips on my car going to the Conclave. I've tried
> going
>> to Pep Boys to see if any of their touch up paint colors will match, but 
>> none
>> do. Does anyone have an idea of how to have a custom color matched, and 
>> little
>
>> bit of paint made?
>> ?
>> Thanks
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From Editorgary at aol.com  Fri Jul 18 14:31:20 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:31:20 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys Digest, Vol 2, Issue 457
Message-ID: <cce.34c87e1e.35b25798@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/18/08 11:05:55 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


>
> A.  Has anyone else had to sign off on such an agreement with any other
> insurance company?  (hagarty, Grundy, etc)
>
> B.  Has anyone seen such a disclaimer warning from any of its lift
> manufacturers?
>

Try Hagerty... I still think they're the best in the business. Let us know
what you find out.
Cheers
Gary


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From Editorgary at aol.com  Fri Jul 18 14:33:54 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:33:54 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Tonneau covers
Message-ID: <c1d.439f47d8.35b25832@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/18/08 11:05:55 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> Someone
> > mentioned it might be for a 2 seater. Would anyone out there like to trade
> > me for a 4 seat cover?
> 

The back of the two-seat tonneau is completely different from the 
four-seater. Two seater has only four snaps and two turn-locks, plus two brackets that 
slip under chrome clips on the shroud; four-seater has about a zillion snaps 
that fasten around the edge of the cockpit rails.
Cheers
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From Editorgary at aol.com  Fri Jul 18 14:37:00 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:37:00 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Touch-up Paint
Message-ID: <bfa.1d54c968.35b258ec@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/18/08 11:05:55 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> I guess it must be some kind of preservative to keep the paint from 
> hardening over time. Does that sound familiar to anyone, or is it a gimmick?
> 

A guy in our local car group has franchised a business that specializes in 
doing touch-ups. Their claim is that their super-special secret formula goes 
into the nicks easier, and dries more quickly. Guess of some of our chemical guys 
is that it's a combination of a thinner and a hardener. The demos he did were 
impressive, however.
Cheers
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From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Fri Jul 18 15:54:06 2008
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 07:54:06 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Friday Funny for OZ and those Down-under
In-Reply-To: <04a001c8e908$73709f70$bb35480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>
References: <04a001c8e908$73709f70$bb35480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>
Message-ID: <0E346DD95F464EF098EA1BD1E2F0D572@PatrickQuinnPC>

Struth! Youse blokes have no idea.

That's a sheep shagging Kiwi joke, not a fair dinkum Aussie one.

Besides a Kiwi would have said tuxidarmist.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

Ps It's a long way from New Zealand.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
62bt7
Sent: Saturday, 19 July 2008 5:00 AM
To: Quinn, Patrick
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Friday Funny for OZ and those Down-under

Subject: Friday Funny for OZ and those Down-Under



A bloke walks into a bar in New Zealand and orders a shandy.

All the Kiwis sitting around the bar look up, expecting to see another
Australian visitor.

The barman says, 'You ain't from around here, are ya?'

The bloke says, 'No, I'm from Canada.'
The barman says, 'What do you do in Canada?'

The bloke says, 'I'm a taxidermist.'

The barman says, 'A tixidermist?

What the hick is a tixidermist? Do you drive a tixi?'

'No, a taxidermist doesn't drive a taxi. I mount animals.'

The barman grins and yells.........

'He's okay boys, He's one of us.'

Patrick, are you one of the boys ???? ;-))

What's a shandy ????
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From cbaustin at verizon.net  Fri Jul 18 16:53:11 2008
From: cbaustin at verizon.net (Charley Braum)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:53:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] last minute request
Message-ID: <020f01c8e929$0e4e42c0$6401a8c0@universal1>

    Anyone in the Pittsburgh area for the PVGP tomorrow that might want a
'ride', contact me off-list.

    Might have a car (or motorcycle) with no driver available.

    Thanks,

                                                                        CB

From cbaustin at verizon.net  Fri Jul 18 17:12:26 2008
From: cbaustin at verizon.net (Charley Braum)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:12:26 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] PVGP Participants
Message-ID: <022201c8e92b$befa7650$6401a8c0@universal1>

    This comes too late for some that are already in the area - but - you need
to be aware that there is a lot of highway construction ongoing this weekend
with several projects impacting access to PVGP at Schenley Park.

    Best is to google 'penndot' and go to the construction update.

    The parkway (east) from PIT towards Monroeville (out-bound) will have lane
restrictions ( and corresponding traffic back-ups) and the BLVD of the Allies
access to Oakland is closed off completely (as far as I know right now).

    It will likely take a bit longer to get to the park than in years past -
just a note to those that might be unaware.

    See you at the races!

                                                                             
           CB

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Fri Jul 18 17:27:30 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:27:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] hardtop value - theft - thoughts
Message-ID: <C4A674F2.283D9%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

Didn't one of these go for 5 grand last year on eBay?

If so the thieves didn't mind a fixer-upper.

Maybe all the suppliers could keep an eye out for people buying parts
suitable for restoring 2-seat hardtops.

I mean, aren't they rare as hen's teeth?
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From Jwhlyadv at aol.com  Fri Jul 18 17:47:17 2008
From: Jwhlyadv at aol.com (Jwhlyadv at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:47:17 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Southeastern Classic
Message-ID: <d09.3c9eb7e8.35b28585@aol.com>

Southeastern  Classic
September 18-21, 2008  Lynchburg, Tennessee


Pull up a chair and make yourself at home. That's what  Tennessee hospitality
is all about. Good friends, good conversation, good food and good drink.


And boy, is there a lot of good food and drink in  Tennessee. Where do you
want to start? How about a down-home dinner at Miss Mary Bobo's Boarding
House.
Just as in Mr. Jack's day, dinner is served family-style Monday through
Saturday at 1 p.m. sharp (and at 11 a.m. during the busy seasons). In rural
Tennessee, we  call the midday meal  "dinner"--not lunch--and in the evening
we eat
"supper."


We have 200 seats available for Miss Mary Bobobs  on Friday for  "dinner" so
this is first come, first serve.

Tentative Schedule of Events
Thursday, Sept. 18        Registration and Hospitality
Friday, Sept 19            Car Show at the Motlow House,
               lunch at Miss Mary Bobobs, dinner on your own
Saturday, Sept. 20       Rally,  Gymkhana, Funkhana, Jack Daniels Party
Sunday, Sept. 21          Good-byes


Car Show, Rally, Gymkhana, Funkhana and more all with  a Tennessee Twist.



The Awards Banquet will be held at the Jack Daniel's  Barbecue Pavilion. The
open-air pavilion offers a spectacular view of the Jack Daniel's  Hollow and
the town of Lynchburg, Tennessee. And it's tailor-made for good southern
cooking and old-fashioned fun.


The menu includes sumptuous barbecue chicken and tangy  pulled pork, creamy
coleslaw, homemade potato salad, bubbling baked beans, hot homemade cornbread,
tipsy baked apples, Jack Daniel's special  chocolate-pecan pie, all you can
drink including adult beverages, and a live band. Group transportation will
be provided to and from the party  stopping at motels, and this is required by
Jack Daniels.


Join us in September among the scenic byways of rural Tennessee. Great Food,
Great Friends, and Great Cars.

Visit _www.seclassic.www_ (http://www.seclassic.com/)  for a registration
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From dwhite4949 at wowway.com  Fri Jul 18 17:58:35 2008
From: dwhite4949 at wowway.com (Daniel and Diane White)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:58:35 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] hardtop value - theft - thoughts
In-Reply-To: <C4A674F2.283D9%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
References: <C4A674F2.283D9%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <48812E2B.6030502@wowway.com>

Steve B. Gerow wrote:
> Didn't one of these go for 5 grand last year on eBay?
>
> If so the thieves didn't mind a fixer-upper.
>
> Maybe all the suppliers could keep an eye out for people buying parts
> suitable for restoring 2-seat hardtops.
>
> I mean, aren't they rare as hen's teeth?
>   
Steve,
It was taken from a barn in a rural area.  The sad part is I'll bet the 
thieves have no idea of its value either monetarily or historically.
Dan

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Fri Jul 18 19:05:23 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 21:05:23 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] PVGP Participants
Message-ID: <20080719010523.HYNE29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Yep--leave it up to PennDot to screw with the major roads when there is a major event downtown!!  If you are coming to the event FROM the East, you should have no traffic problems.  BUT leaving the event and heading back EAST towards Monroeville will be a bear.  For me, I'm taking Rt 28 N then do the around the thumb route to get to Murrysville rather than drive in that mess.
tom 
> 
> From: "Charley Braum" <cbaustin at verizon.net>
> Date: 2008/07/18 Fri PM 07:12:26 EDT
> To: "Spridgets List" <spridgets at autox.team.net>,  "Healey List"
> 	<healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] PVGP Participants
> 
>     This comes too late for some that are already in the area - but - you need
> to be aware that there is a lot of highway construction ongoing this weekend
> with several projects impacting access to PVGP at Schenley Park.
> 
>     Best is to google 'penndot' and go to the construction update.
> 
>     The parkway (east) from PIT towards Monroeville (out-bound) will have lane
> restrictions ( and corresponding traffic back-ups) and the BLVD of the Allies
> access to Oakland is closed off completely (as far as I know right now).
> 
>     It will likely take a bit longer to get to the park than in years past -
> just a note to those that might be unaware.
> 
>     See you at the races!
> 
>                                                                              
>            CB
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Fri Jul 18 20:09:38 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:09:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] PVGP Participants
References: <20080719010523.HYNE29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <053e01c8e944$7fff12d0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

For anybody going to this event, could you do me a favour and watch for a 
beautiful '56 BN2M finished in Florida Green/OEW with black interior that 
belonged to a fellow named Dave Trueman circa 1995. He owned a machine shop 
company in the Pittsburg area and we built up and restored his M here in 
Southern Ontario. I haven't seen the car or heard of Dave since the finished 
car was returned to him about June of '95.

If you see such a car, I'd sure love to connect with the owner. I have lots 
of great restoration shots, and info. etc.

Rich Chrysler 

From shop at justbrits.com  Fri Jul 18 21:19:50 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 21:19:50 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] PVGP Participants
References: <20080719010523.HYNE29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <003801c8e94e$4ebd5150$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Yep--leave it up to PennDot to screw with the major roads when there is a major event downtown!!>>

He|| Tom, IDOT does it year round!!!  As it IS said around here,
"Illinois has TWO seasons:  winter & construction !! "

And as a 'transplant', trust me:    TRUE !!!!

From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Fri Jul 18 21:03:12 2008
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Leonard  Hartnett)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:03:12 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper
Message-ID: <666F5CD0E1044784A56A780439A13F25@LeonardPC>

In today's Sacramento Bee newspaper, in the Weekend Ticket section, under
"DVDs  The best of what's new", is a picture of actor Jason Stathom, star of
the movie " the Bank Job".  He is standing between a dark colored sedan and a
Healey Blue 100-6.  Only the front end of the Healey shows.

I tried to find a link on the Bee's web site but could not.

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031

From shop at justbrits.com  Fri Jul 18 22:32:37 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:32:37 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper
References: <666F5CD0E1044784A56A780439A13F25@LeonardPC>
Message-ID: <013601c8e958$794ad3c0$6501a8c0@shop>

http://www.google.com/search?q=%22Sacramento+Bee%22&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a

Very FIRST 'hit', Len!!

Never heard of Goggle, huh<G>!!??

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Fri Jul 18 21:47:54 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (glemon at neb.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:47:54 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper
Message-ID: <15447762.396771216439274993.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web18-z02>

I just watched the movie (The Bank Job) tonight, although the cars do not play a major role there are lots of great classics that appear in many scenes, Statham is a thief who is trying to go straight running a small car dealership.  Many TRs, Minis, an E-type, etc. in the movie set in early 70s London.  

It is also a pretty good flick that my wife and I enjoyed, reccomend it for a rent.

Greg Lemon

---- Leonard  Hartnett <thehartnetts at earthlink.net> wrote: 
> In today's Sacramento Bee newspaper, in the Weekend Ticket section, under
> "DVDs  The best of what's new", is a picture of actor Jason Stathom, star of
> the movie " the Bank Job".  He is standing between a dark colored sedan and a
> Healey Blue 100-6.  Only the front end of the Healey shows.
> 
> I tried to find a link on the Bee's web site but could not.
> 
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville,  California,  USA
> 1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031
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From glemon at neb.rr.com  Fri Jul 18 21:47:56 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (glemon at neb.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:47:56 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper
Message-ID: <19908013.396781216439276329.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web18-z02>

I just watched the movie (The Bank Job) tonight, although the cars do not play a major role there are lots of great classics that appear in many scenes, Statham is a thief who is trying to go straight running a small car dealership.  Many TRs, Minis, an E-type, etc. in the movie set in early 70s London.  

It is also a pretty good flick that my wife and I enjoyed, reccomend it for a rent.

Greg Lemon

---- Leonard  Hartnett <thehartnetts at earthlink.net> wrote: 
> In today's Sacramento Bee newspaper, in the Weekend Ticket section, under
> "DVDs  The best of what's new", is a picture of actor Jason Stathom, star of
> the movie " the Bank Job".  He is standing between a dark colored sedan and a
> Healey Blue 100-6.  Only the front end of the Healey shows.
> 
> I tried to find a link on the Bee's web site but could not.
> 
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville,  California,  USA
> 1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Fri Jul 18 21:52:15 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:52:15 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
Message-ID: <517040.1894.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Listers,

Thanks for all the chit-chat on the question of which combo is best.

Rightly or wrongly I made my decision in favor of Dayton 15x5 chrome wires,
Vredestein 185x15 tires - not the 185/70x15.  Thought you would be anxious to
know :-)

Here is how its looking in Yellow/Red ....notice the push button starter.

Will report tire driving impressions in late August after Monterey.

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/pjpeg which had a name of 100_6247.JPG]

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/pjpeg which had a name of 100_6249.JPG]

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Fri Jul 18 21:53:53 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (glemon at neb.rr.com)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:53:53 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper
Message-ID: <19185271.397161216439633976.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web18-z02>

More on "The Bank Job Cars",  Loved watching the cars, this page has a lot but not all, worth watching over again just to try to spot them all.

Greg

http://www.imcdb.org/movie.php?id=200465

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Fri Jul 18 21:55:52 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:55:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
In-Reply-To: <517040.1894.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <404744.3092.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

OK, so what is the procedure for attaching a simple jpg to this list?????

Or is that also now verboten?

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Fri, 7/18/08, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Cc: lucashly at comcast.net
> Date: Friday, July 18, 2008, 8:52 PM
> Listers,
>
> Thanks for all the chit-chat on the question of which combo
> is best.
>
> Rightly or wrongly I made my decision in favor of Dayton
> 15x5 chrome wires,
> Vredestein 185x15 tires - not the 185/70x15.  Thought you
> would be anxious to
> know :-)
>
> Here is how its looking in Yellow/Red ....notice the push
> button starter.
>
> Will report tire driving impressions in late August after
> Monterey.
>
> Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>
>
> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/pjpeg
> which had a name of 100_6247.JPG]
>
> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/pjpeg
> which had a name of 100_6249.JPG]
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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>
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From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Fri Jul 18 22:01:44 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:01:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
In-Reply-To: <404744.3092.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <517040.1894.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<404744.3092.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <003601c8e954$286e2190$794a64b0$@net>

You can not attach ANY file regardless of the extension.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Robert Blair
Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 11:56 PM
To: Healey List
Cc: lucashly at comcast.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.

OK, so what is the procedure for attaching a simple jpg to this list?????

Or is that also now verboten?

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Fri Jul 18 22:53:10 2008
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Leonard  Hartnett)
Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 21:53:10 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper
In-Reply-To: <013601c8e958$794ad3c0$6501a8c0@shop>
References: <666F5CD0E1044784A56A780439A13F25@LeonardPC>
	<013601c8e958$794ad3c0$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <8473F37B698744DF8229966C52E0882F@LeonardPC>

Now, now, Ed.  Let's be careful of what we assume (remember ass-u-me?).  The 
link you provided took me to the Google search list.  My entry of 
"Sacramento Bee" was still in the search box.  What I meant when I said I 
could not find the link was I could not find a link to the picture on the 
Bee's site.  They did not have a lot of stuff newer than yesterday and no 
link to the Weekend Ticket insert.  I did not feel the need nor have the 
time to search further.

I didn't really need to go to Google but it was the faster way at the time. 
I have the Bee in my Favorites list since I have sent e-mails to their 
automotive editor, had my car's picture in the paper, and had Letters to the 
Editor published.

Love you anyway.  You're like Friday Funnies that show up any day of the 
week.   <Big G>

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ed's Shop" <shop at justbrits.com>
To: "Healey Mail List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 9:32 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper


> http://www.google.com/search?q=%22Sacramento+Bee%22&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a
>
> Very FIRST 'hit', Len!!
>
> Never heard of Goggle, huh<G>!!??
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From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Sat Jul 19 01:17:52 2008
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:17:52 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey Fridge Magnet
Message-ID: <59941F56D6EC451981C73C7B69E8B7DD@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day

 

For some reason my 28 year old daughter collects fridge magnets.

 

Just the other day I mentioned that I recalled seeing an Austin-Healey
fridge magnet and she said that she would love one.

 

Anyone out there know where I can get one?

 

Hoo Roo

 

Patrick Quinn

Sydney, Australia

From jwbn6 at verizon.net  Sat Jul 19 03:21:20 2008
From: jwbn6 at verizon.net (jerry wall)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 04:21:20 -0500 (CDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey Fridge Magnet
Message-ID: <757152.101511216459280800.JavaMail.root@vms229.mailsrvcs.net>

patrick,
several yrs ago, richard gordon used to have an assortment of big healey magnets.  try him at healeyhundred at comcast.net
cheers,
jerry

=====================
From: Patrick and Caroline Quinn <p_cquinn at tpg.com.au>
Date: 2008/07/19 Sat AM 02:17:52 CDT
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey Fridge Magnet

G'day

 

For some reason my 28 year old daughter collects fridge magnets.

 

Just the other day I mentioned that I recalled seeing an Austin-Healey
fridge magnet and she said that she would love one.

 

Anyone out there know where I can get one?

 

Hoo Roo

 

Patrick Quinn

Sydney, Australia
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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JERRY WALL  BN6
ROWLETT, TX

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul 19 04:54:53 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 18:54:53 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper
In-Reply-To: <013601c8e958$794ad3c0$6501a8c0@shop>
References: <666F5CD0E1044784A56A780439A13F25@LeonardPC>
	<013601c8e958$794ad3c0$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807190354u22db2743s8dda7bc39035d4df@mail.gmail.com>

Ed -

Hey, haven't you ever heard of this thing called tinyurl.com ?????

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Sat, Jul 19, 2008 at 12:32 PM, Ed's Shop <shop at justbrits.com> wrote:

>
> http://www.google.com/search?q=%22Sacramento+Bee%22&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a
>
> Very FIRST 'hit', Len!!
>
> Never heard of Goggle, huh<G>!!??

From autofarm at cyg.net  Sat Jul 19 05:03:14 2008
From: autofarm at cyg.net (Bob Yule)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 07:03:14 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey in the Newspaper
References: <666F5CD0E1044784A56A780439A13F25@LeonardPC>
Message-ID: <000e01c8e98f$0c066540$6500a8c0@OFFICE>

    Rented this movie, & watched it last night.  The Healey only shows 
briefly at the begining.  It is for sale on a used car lot, for #1110, I 
believe.  A pair of "business regulation officers" pay a visit to the lot, 
smash the windshield and side windows from the sedan, a Singer, and make 
some, not too subtle adjustments to the bonnet of the Healey.
    Other than that, not a bad movie.  Lots of period (late sixties) cars.
Cheers.......Bob
Check out our web site www.autofarm.net
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Leonard Hartnett" <thehartnetts at earthlink.net>


> In today's Sacramento Bee newspaper, in the Weekend Ticket section, under
> "DVDs  The best of what's new", is a picture of actor Jason Stathom, star 
> of
> the movie " the Bank Job".  He is standing between a dark colored sedan 
> and a
> Healey Blue 100-6.  Only the front end of the Healey shows.

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Jul 19 05:29:03 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 7:29:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] PVGP Participants
Message-ID: <20080719112903.GBKC29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

I'll look for it Rich and let him know your are looking for him.

tom 
> 
> From: "Rich C" <richchrysler at quickclic.net>
> Date: 2008/07/18 Fri PM 10:09:38 EDT
> To: <tomfelts at windstream.net>, 
> 	"Charley Braum" <cbaustin at verizon.net>, 
> 	"Spridgets List" <spridgets at autox.team.net>, 
> 	"Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] PVGP Participants
> 
> For anybody going to this event, could you do me a favour and watch for a 
> beautiful '56 BN2M finished in Florida Green/OEW with black interior that 
> belonged to a fellow named Dave Trueman circa 1995. He owned a machine shop 
> company in the Pittsburg area and we built up and restored his M here in 
> Southern Ontario. I haven't seen the car or heard of Dave since the finished 
> car was returned to him about June of '95.
> 
> If you see such a car, I'd sure love to connect with the owner. I have lots 
> of great restoration shots, and info. etc.
> 
> Rich Chrysler 

From rjswain at hotmail.com  Sat Jul 19 09:18:57 2008
From: rjswain at hotmail.com (Rick Swain)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:18:57 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Test - please ignore
Message-ID: <BAY112-W2693AE2999C574FD8D6758B5880@phx.gbl>

You didn;t ignore this!! Sorry.
_________________________________________________________________

From ATIGHTPROD at aol.com  Sat Jul 19 09:54:38 2008
From: ATIGHTPROD at aol.com (ATIGHTPROD at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:54:38 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey Fridge Magnet
Message-ID: <ce4.384b4bdd.35b3683e@aol.com>

Here's a link to a an ebay store for refrigerator magnets, he's got a bunch  
of Healey magnets both big Healey's and Sprites. He even has a 3 carb, 6  
cylinder engine magnet. No connection to me, but I've gotten some magnets myself  
off ebay and thought I would give it a try and this is what I found right off  
the bat.
    Enjoy!
_http://stores.ebay.com/JERRYS-AUTO-REFRIGERATOR-MAGNETS_ACADIAN-AMC-AUSTIN-HE
ALEY_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZ1QQfsubZ2QQftidZ2QQtZkm_ 
(http://stores.ebay.com/JERRYS-AUTO-REFRIGERATOR-MAGNETS_ACADIAN-AMC-AUSTIN-HEALEY_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZ1QQfsubZ2QQft
idZ2QQtZkm) 
 
Steven Kingsbury
BN1



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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Sat Jul 19 10:20:21 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 09:20:21 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
In-Reply-To: <003601c8e954$286e2190$794a64b0$@net>
Message-ID: <42920.88498.qm@web37903.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Thanks John,

That sucks - so anyone who would like to see a couple of pics send me your
real email address to to rnb at ix.netcom.com, and earthlink will be glad to
support the request with a couple of attached jpgs.

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Fri, 7/18/08, John Sims <ahbn6 at optonline.net> wrote:

> From: John Sims <ahbn6 at optonline.net>
> Subject: RE: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
> To: rnbmail at yahoo.com, "'Healey List'" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Cc: lucashly at comcast.net
> Date: Friday, July 18, 2008, 9:01 PM
> You can not attach ANY file regardless of the extension.
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
> www.healey6.com
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of
> Robert Blair
> Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 11:56 PM
> To: Healey List
> Cc: lucashly at comcast.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires......
> decision made.
>
> OK, so what is the procedure for attaching a simple jpg to
> this list?????
>
> Or is that also now verboten?
>
> Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Jul 19 11:39:13 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 10:39:13 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey insurance.
In-Reply-To: <cce.34c87e1e.35b25798@aol.com>
References: <cce.34c87e1e.35b25798@aol.com>
Message-ID: <488226C1.5000301@pacbell.net>

I had decided not to publish the results of my research a few months ago 
because so few cars would qualify and they don't write the policy nation 
wide.  But after these posts, I changed  my mind..

I was quoting my restored '53 BN1 at an agreed amount of $50k with as 
few use restrictions as possible and higher liability limits.

Hagarty was the highest with Grundy coming in second.  Roland Wilhemy 
suggested I try AAA which is  where I went.  The problem is they will 
only write near perfect cars. They decline 68% of submissions including 
my one-owner '72 240Z.  They have virtually no restrictions other than 
drivers age and record and the car be garaged; no usage, mileage, club 
only events, parades, etc.

My policy is $250/500/100,000 liability, $5,000 Med, $100/300 UM and 
$49,950 Comp & Collision agreed amount with ZERO deductible.  The ANNUAL 
premium is $315.00.  That includes discounts for good driving record and 
club membership.  They won't write $50k or higher without an appraisal.

YMMV but be sure to try The Auto Club if you qualify.

Bill Barnett
Santa Ana, CA
Healey w/AAA, other cars elsewhere

Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 7/18/08 11:05:55 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
> writes:
>
>
>   
>> A.  Has anyone else had to sign off on such an agreement with any other
>> insurance company?  (hagarty, Grundy, etc)
>>
>> B.  Has anyone seen such a disclaimer warning from any of its lift
>> manufacturers?
>>
>>     
>
> Try Hagerty... I still think they're the best in the business. Let us know
> what you find out.
> Cheers
> Gary
>
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Sat Jul 19 12:01:41 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:01:41 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Hub Splines - help???
Message-ID: <798411.11145.qm@web37902.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Chassis Expert Listers,

Question has just come up on the number of splines on the BJ8 hub.

Questions are:

Is there a coarse vs fine difference between early and later cars?

For a mid 65 [32038] Mk3 Ser2 with trailing arm susp, which do I have?

In ordering wires for a BJ8, is it necessary to define the spline count?

Thanks ..........

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   

From Editorgary at aol.com  Sat Jul 19 12:16:24 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:16:24 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Auto Insurance
Message-ID: <c47.39f36a9c.35b38978@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/19/08 10:42:10 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


>
> Hagarty was the highest with Grundy coming in second.  Roland Wilhemy
> suggested I try AAA which is  where I went.
>

Is your insurance "Agreed Value" or "Stated Value" -- I wasn't aware that AAA
writes any "agreed value" policies. There is a big difference, of course, in
how the settlement amount is determined.
Cheers
gary


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From scotyp at comcast.net  Sat Jul 19 12:25:00 2008
From: scotyp at comcast.net (scotyp at comcast.net)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 18:25:00 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Auto Insurance
Message-ID: <071920081825.6519.4882317C000CB8FB0000197722135285739F979B010C9C@comcast.net>

Has anyone mentioned American Collectors Insurance? I have used them through my USAA insurance. My policy is for $40,000 agreed value with the yearly premium at $240 and the usual restrictions applying. I have been a satisfied customer for 8 years...

Scot
66 BJ8
-------------- Original message -------------- 
From: Editorgary at aol.com 

> In a message dated 7/19/08 10:42:10 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
> writes: 
> 
> 
> > 
> > Hagarty was the highest with Grundy coming in second. Roland Wilhemy 
> > suggested I try AAA which is where I went. 
> > 
> 
> Is your insurance "Agreed Value" or "Stated Value" -- I wasn't aware that AAA 
> writes any "agreed value" policies. There is a big difference, of course, in 
> how the settlement amount is determined. 
> Cheers 
> gary 
> 
> 
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Sat Jul 19 12:26:59 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:26:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Hub Splines - help???
In-Reply-To: <798411.11145.qm@web37902.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <798411.11145.qm@web37902.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <008a01c8e9cd$08943fc0$19bcbf40$@com>

The difference in the splines is in the TPI of the knock off nut thread. All
the splines are the same.
Up to and including Phase I BJ8's the threads were 12 TPI and thereafter
they are 8 TPI.
Michael Salter


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Robert Blair
Sent: Saturday, July 19, 2008 2:02 PM
To: Healey List
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Hub Splines - help???

Chassis Expert Listers,

Question has just come up on the number of splines on the BJ8 hub.

Questions are:

Is there a coarse vs fine difference between early and later cars?

For a mid 65 [32038] Mk3 Ser2 with trailing arm susp, which do I have?

In ordering wires for a BJ8, is it necessary to define the spline count?

Thanks ..........

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Sat Jul 19 12:30:58 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:30:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Another Hard Top Question
References: <071820081412.7821.4880A4D60001557A00001E8D220642461397900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <001001c8e9cd$97cc3850$c041e046@markl946cfrd7q>

I just returned from the MGA  register car meet in Seven Springs, PA.  and 
one of the vendors brought in a hard top for an MGA only to find out it was 
for a Healey.  He wanted  $1500. (ouch)  in ratty condition and no idea if 
it was for a 2 seat or 4 seat.  Needless to say  it sat and I sure didn't 
have anyway of getting it home.   It had the metal bars in the back window 
but the top was fiberglass not metal and he said it was made by _________, 
________ Laminates.  Can anyone fill in the blanks?

How do you figure the "seatage" out if you don't have a car.   Measure?

MARK


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tomleavy at comcast.net>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 10:12 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Hardtop value


> Hi Dan-
>
> I recently sold one on ebay that was in similar condition, however, It was 
> a 4 seater hardtop. It had several bids and after  3 or 4 days someone 
> clicked "buy it now" for $300. I hope that gives you some idea.
>
> Tom
> '63 BJ7 obsesstoration
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Jul 19 12:31:01 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:31:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Auto Insurance
In-Reply-To: <c47.39f36a9c.35b38978@aol.com>
References: <c47.39f36a9c.35b38978@aol.com>
Message-ID: <488232E5.6090604@pacbell.net>

It is "Agreed value for vehicles", Gary.   They started writing the 
policy last year.  Why don't you check out your local AAA?

Bill

Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 7/19/08 10:42:10 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
> writes:
>
>
>   
>> Hagarty was the highest with Grundy coming in second.  Roland Wilhemy
>> suggested I try AAA which is  where I went.
>>
>>     
>
> Is your insurance "Agreed Value" or "Stated Value" -- I wasn't aware that AAA
> writes any "agreed value" policies. There is a big difference, of course, in
> how the settlement amount is determined.
> Cheers
> gary
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Jul 19 12:46:19 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:46:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Temporary web space.
Message-ID: <4882367B.2070304@pacbell.net>

At Conclave 2008, Gerry Coker was gracious enough to sign the facia of 
my BN1 and now I'm looking for a way to preserve his signature.  I have 
some ideas but want to ask this List.

As it is hard to describe, I'd like to be able for you to link to a 
couple of pictures of it.  Is there anyone who could post my pictures on 
their website for a week or two only? 

MANY thx in advance,

Bill Barnett
'53 BN1

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Jul 19 13:04:30 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 12:04:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Temporary web space.
In-Reply-To: <4882367B.2070304@pacbell.net>
References: <4882367B.2070304@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <48823ABE.7060601@pacbell.net>

I have an answer and they will be up shortly.

Thx,

Bill

Mr. Bill wrote:
> At Conclave 2008, Gerry Coker was gracious enough to sign the facia of 
> my BN1 and now I'm looking for a way to preserve his signature.  I have 
> some ideas but want to ask this List.
>
> As it is hard to describe, I'd like to be able for you to link to a 
> couple of pictures of it.  Is there anyone who could post my pictures on 
> their website for a week or two only? 
>
> MANY thx in advance,
>
> Bill Barnett
> '53 BN1
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From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul 19 14:24:54 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:24:54 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Temporary web space.
References: <4882367B.2070304@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <015501c8e9dd$81ec9970$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Is there anyone who could post my pictures on 
their website for a week or two only? >>

I'll have them up later today, Bill.  Something called 'work' keeps getting in my way<G>!!

From Jwhlyadv at aol.com  Sat Jul 19 13:29:34 2008
From: Jwhlyadv at aol.com (Jwhlyadv at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:29:34 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7 engine number
Message-ID: <bc5.2b1a93b6.35b39a9e@aol.com>

Bill Dahlstrom of the Bluegrass Club is trying to figure out if he has the  
correct engine in his car. Here are the numbers:
 
VIN# HBJ7L/22948; and the engine # 29K RU / H16125.
 
Anyone have an idea about BJ7 engine numbers?  Does this sound  right?  
 
I know the ultimate test is a Heritage certificate.
 
Thanks for your time and help.
 
 

 
Jim  Werner
Louisville, KY



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From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Sat Jul 19 14:10:05 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:10:05 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Temporary web space.
In-Reply-To: <48823F24.6010401@pacbell.net>
References: <4882367B.2070304@pacbell.net>
	<005201c8e9d0$5f955270$1ebff750$@net> <48823F24.6010401@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <005601c8e9db$6fc65e40$4f531ac0$@net>

Up and running on my site at:

 

http://www.healey6.com/literature.htm

 

 

 

John Sims, BN6

Aberdeen, NJ

 

www.healey6.com

From: Mr. Bill [mailto:bn1 at pacbell.net] 
Sent: Saturday, July 19, 2008 3:23 PM
To: John Sims
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Temporary web space.

 

Hi John,

Here they are.  I didn't reduce them not knowing what you wanted.

Thx again,

Bill   

John Sims wrote: 

I will.
 
John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com
 
 
-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Mr.
Bill
Sent: Saturday, July 19, 2008 2:46 PM
To: Healey
Subject: [Healeys] Temporary web space.
 
At Conclave 2008, Gerry Coker was gracious enough to sign the facia of 
my BN1 and now I'm looking for a way to preserve his signature.  I have 
some ideas but want to ask this List.
 
As it is hard to describe, I'd like to be able for you to link to a 
couple of pictures of it.  Is there anyone who could post my pictures on 
their website for a week or two only? 
 
MANY thx in advance,

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Sat Jul 19 14:24:02 2008
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:24:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Another Hard Top Question
In-Reply-To: <001001c8e9cd$97cc3850$c041e046@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <071820081412.7821.4880A4D60001557A00001E8D220642461397900E0A0403019B@comcast.net>
	<001001c8e9cd$97cc3850$c041e046@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <48824D62.2000108@earthlink.net>

The original tops were fiberglass, not metal.  Universal Laminations was 
one manufacturer of a saloon conversion and a hardtop for the AH 100.

Mark LaPierre wrote:
> I just returned from the MGA  register car meet in Seven Springs, PA.  and 
> one of the vendors brought in a hard top for an MGA only to find out it was 
> for a Healey.  He wanted  $1500. (ouch)  in ratty condition and no idea if 
> it was for a 2 seat or 4 seat.  Needless to say  it sat and I sure didn't 
> have anyway of getting it home.   It had the metal bars in the back window 
> but the top was fiberglass not metal and he said it was made by _________, 
> ________ Laminates.  Can anyone fill in the blanks?
> 
> How do you figure the "seatage" out if you don't have a car.   Measure?
> 
> MARK

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Sat Jul 19 15:13:33 2008
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:13:33 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Another Hard Top Question
Message-ID: <c81.303ec195.35b3b2fd@aol.com>

Universal 
 
Best--Michael
-----------------------------------
 
 
In a message dated 7/19/2008 2:32:17 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
lapierrem at sbcglobal.net writes:

it was  made by _________, 
________ Laminates.  Can anyone fill in the  blanks




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From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul 19 16:16:14 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:16:14 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Temporary web space.
References: <4882367B.2070304@pacbell.net>
  <48823ABE.7060601@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <022a01c8e9ed$0f4f37f0$6501a8c0@shop>

A 'proper' page with BOTH of Bill's pics and with the ability to "Reply" maybe found at:  
http://www.justbrits.com/Articles/MrBillQuestion.html 
(tinyurl NOT required<G>).

Links to large pics are NOT working but I AM working on them<F>.

Ed

PS:  Will be add to "Various Articles" AFTER i 'fix'<G>!

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Sat Jul 19 15:22:59 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8Healeys)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:22:59 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7 engine number
In-Reply-To: <bc5.2b1a93b6.35b39a9e@aol.com>
References: <bc5.2b1a93b6.35b39a9e@aol.com>
Message-ID: <000901c8e9e5$9ed91ab0$dc8b5010$@rr.com>

Jim, the engine is out of a BJ8, with a chassis number close to 41532 (which
had engine 29K/RU/H16124).
BJ7 engines have a serial number beginning 29F, not 29K.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Jwhlyadv at aol.com
Sent: Saturday, July 19, 2008 12:30 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7 engine number

Bill Dahlstrom of the Bluegrass Club is trying to figure out if he has the  
correct engine in his car. Here are the numbers:
 
VIN# HBJ7L/22948; and the engine # 29K RU / H16125.
 
Anyone have an idea about BJ7 engine numbers?  Does this sound  right?  
 
I know the ultimate test is a Heritage certificate.
 
Thanks for your time and help.
 
 

 
Jim  Werner
Louisville, KY

From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul 19 16:24:16 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:24:16 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Temporary web space.
References: <4882367B.2070304@pacbell.net> 
	<48823ABE.7060601@pacbell.net> <022a01c8e9ed$0f4f37f0$6501a8c0@shop>
Message-ID: <024601c8e9ee$2ecf1270$6501a8c0@shop>

<<Links to large pics are NOT working but I AM working on them<F>.>>

FIXED !!  Amazing how a simple " _ " WILL fubar things<VBG>!!!

Ed

From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul 19 16:30:33 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:30:33 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7 engine number
References: <bc5.2b1a93b6.35b39a9e@aol.com>
Message-ID: <024e01c8e9ef$0faf9580$6501a8c0@shop>

<<VIN# HBJ7L/22948; and the engine # 29K RU / H16125.
 Anyone have an idea about BJ7 engine numbers?>>

BJ-8, Jim.  

"Hortense THE Healey wearing STD ILL plates  AH BJ 7   " 
(HBJ7L/22707) has 29F-RU-H/3596 so his car is not much 'newer' than mine<G>!!

Ed

From schauss at worldnet.att.net  Sat Jul 19 15:40:45 2008
From: schauss at worldnet.att.net (Peter Schauss)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:40:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7 engine number
In-Reply-To: <bc5.2b1a93b6.35b39a9e@aol.com>
Message-ID: <20080719214024.5AF3B18789E@autox.team.net>

29k is a BJ8 engine.

HTH,
Peter Schauss
1963 BJ7
1980 MGB


> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of Jwhlyadv at aol.com
> Sent: Saturday, July 19, 2008 3:30 PM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ7 engine number
> 
> Bill Dahlstrom of the Bluegrass Club is trying to figure out if he has the
> correct engine in his car. Here are the numbers:
> 
> VIN# HBJ7L/22948; and the engine # 29K RU / H16125.
> 
> Anyone have an idea about BJ7 engine numbers?  Does this sound  right?
> 
> I know the ultimate test is a Heritage certificate.
> 
> Thanks for your time and help.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Jim  Werner
> Louisville, KY
> 
> 
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Jul 19 16:04:00 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:04:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
Message-ID: <488264D0.2080502@pacbell.net>

Geez, now I have a few people lending me  space, THANKS!

The question remains:  How can I protect the signature and preferably, 
not harm it or my facia which is painted in acrylic enamel?

The pics can be viewed at:  http://www.healey6.com/literature.htm    
Thanks John!

or

http://www.justbrits.com/Articles/MrBillQuestion.html    Thanks Ed!

Answers private or to the List are most welcome!

Bill

From healeyguy at aol.com  Sat Jul 19 16:10:56 2008
From: healeyguy at aol.com (Healeyguy)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 12:10:56 -1000
Subject: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
In-Reply-To: <488264D0.2080502@pacbell.net>
References: <488264D0.2080502@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <bb110ecb.ee0e.422b.b379.aa86ed48b002@aol.com>

Bill
What type of pen did Gerry use to sign the dash?
Aloha
Perry



In a message dated 07/19/08 12:04:50 Hawaiian Standard Time, bn1 at pacbell.net writes:
Geez, now I have a few people lending me  space, THANKS! 

The question remains:  How can I protect the signature and preferably, 
not harm it or my facia which is painted in acrylic enamel? 

The pics can be viewed at:  http://www.healey6.com/literature.htm     
Thanks John! 

or 

http://www.justbrits.com/Articles/MrBillQuestion.html    Thanks Ed! 

Answers private or to the List are most welcome! 

Bill 
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Jul 19 16:54:57 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:54:57 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
In-Reply-To: <488264D0.2080502@pacbell.net>
References: <488264D0.2080502@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <488270C1.3020006@pacbell.net>

To answer the most asked question:  Gerry signed it in the silver, fine 
point, felt tip pen like found in art stores.  I can't answer more than 
that as it was a spur-of-the-moment thing and I borrowed the pen. :-)

Bill

Mr. Bill wrote:
> Geez, now I have a few people lending me  space, THANKS!
>
> The question remains:  How can I protect the signature and preferably, 
> not harm it or my facia which is painted in acrylic enamel?
>
> The pics can be viewed at:  http://www.healey6.com/literature.htm    
> Thanks John!
>
> or
>
> http://www.justbrits.com/Articles/MrBillQuestion.html    Thanks Ed!
>
> Answers private or to the List are most welcome!
>
> Bill
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul 19 18:17:45 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 08:17:45 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
In-Reply-To: <488264D0.2080502@pacbell.net>
References: <488264D0.2080502@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807191717g1c0ca553n10b73c505d0baf15@mail.gmail.com>

Seems to me to cover the facia with some sort of clear marine epoxy
type paint (or two pack?) would probably be the ticket for this.




On 7/20/08, Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net> wrote:
> Geez, now I have a few people lending me  space, THANKS!
>
> The question remains:  How can I protect the signature and preferably,
> not harm it or my facia which is painted in acrylic enamel?
>
> The pics can be viewed at:  http://www.healey6.com/literature.htm
> Thanks John!
>
> or
>
> http://www.justbrits.com/Articles/MrBillQuestion.html    Thanks Ed!
>
> Answers private or to the List are most welcome!
>
> Bill
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'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Sat Jul 19 18:46:38 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (glemon at neb.rr.com)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:46:38 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] BN1 Tranny Casing
Message-ID: <4785474.95611216514798949.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web28-z02>

I have a BN1 tranny casing that is taking up space in my overutliized garage.  It is in good shape except for a crack or chip where one of the O/D studs would go in, but there is plenty of beef still around this opening so I don't think it affects the integrity of the casing other than for that particular stud, and in fact it was in servie for may years this way with no problems

Anyway, need to clear space, someone on the list can have it or shipping plus a few bucks for my packing/time, let me know if interested, last I checked they weren't making any more of these.

Greg Lemon
Midwest, USA

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Jul 19 19:53:11 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:53:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] For Rich Chrysler
Message-ID: <20080720015311.WTQY29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Hi Rich----looked for your friends 56BN2M today but it was not there.  We have another big day tomorrow so maybe he will be there then.

Lots of Healeys and other Brit cars today-----actually about 300 - 350 Brit cars--my guess.  CB how close am I on that number?

Also, there are at least 6 Healeys running in the race and tomorrow is race day.  We will see how they do against Tivy Shinton and his Jag 140.  He hasn't been beat in 10 or 11 years, so it will be tough for the Healeys--maybe. 

Cheers
tom  

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sat Jul 19 20:12:29 2008
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (Rick Neville)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:12:29 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807191717g1c0ca553n10b73c505d0baf15@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <959895.24519.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Although this makes sense to me, too, I'd suggest whatever method you try
should be first tested by using the same pen on a scrap piece of metal and
trying your covering over it.  Wouldn't want to see Gerry's signature turn
into a runny mess,

Rick

--- On Sat, 7/19/08, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:
From: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
To: "Mr. Bill" <bn1 at pacbell.net>, "Healey" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Saturday, July 19, 2008, 8:17 PM

Seems to me to cover the facia with some sort of clear marine epoxy
type paint (or two pack?) would probably be the ticket for this.




On 7/20/08, Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net> wrote:
> Geez, now I have a few people lending me  space, THANKS!
>
> The question remains:  How can I protect the signature and preferably,
> not harm it or my facia which is painted in acrylic enamel?
>
> The pics can be viewed at:  http://www.healey6.com/literature.htm
> Thanks John!
>
> or
>
> http://www.justbrits.com/Articles/MrBillQuestion.html    Thanks Ed!
>
> Answers private or to the List are most welcome!
>
> Bill
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From clocks at midcoast.com  Sat Jul 19 20:34:01 2008
From: clocks at midcoast.com (James Lea)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:34:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
References: <959895.24519.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <000401c8ea11$11fcc160$0201a8c0@JIM>

Cut a nice neat oval of acrylic and fasten it with two chrome screws. It's 
certainly worth to the value of the car than the harm the screws will do. 
You could even sandblast a rim around the oval to make it look more like a 
frame. Cheers, JL

James Lea
PO Box 25
Rockport Maine 04856
1-207-236-3632

1951 Triumph Renown
1952 MG TD
1952 Triumph Mayflower
1958 Rover P4
1962 Austin Healey BT7
1980 Commuta-car Electric 

From shop at justbrits.com  Sat Jul 19 21:49:15 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:49:15 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Ace Cafe 8th July 08
Message-ID: <006401c8ea1f$3904c9c0$6501a8c0@shop>

Lifted from Jensen List!!  If you enjoy British Iron, you WILL love this!!
Alan, been there??  And everybody can kill the audio!!  Sorry, nut didn't see even 1 Big Healey nor Frogeye<F>!!  LONG but worth it, IMHO<G>!!

Last week spent a great couple of hours at the Ace Cafi Classic Car Night (2nd Tues of Month).
The usual Jensen suspects were there, enjoying the ambience. 

Nice to see Dave, Steve Chris, Alan etc, to see them, nice.

I took my Vidcam and have posted a sequence on YouTube.

 

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=ILzULQ_CZNE

From jsoderling at astound.net  Sat Jul 19 22:11:47 2008
From: jsoderling at astound.net (John Soderling)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:11:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
References: <517040.1894.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <040901c8ea1e$ba8adbc0$6501a8c0@Soderling>

Robert,
I'm interested in knowing how 185/80R15 tires work out on your car.  I was 
thinking of getting that size when I bought new tires for my Healey four 
years ago and was told that they were too big for the Healey and the front 
tires would rub the wheel wells when turning sharply.
Please let me know how they work out.
Thanks.
John
100-6 Erika the Red


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Cc: <lucashly at comcast.net>
Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 8:52 PM
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.


> Listers,
>
> Thanks for all the chit-chat on the question of which combo is best.
>
> Rightly or wrongly I made my decision in favor of Dayton 15x5 chrome 
> wires,
> Vredestein 185x15 tires - not the 185/70x15.  Thought you would be anxious 
> to
> know :-)
>
> Here is how its looking in Yellow/Red ....notice the push button starter.
>
> Will report tire driving impressions in late August after Monterey.
>
> Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>
>
> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/pjpeg which had a name 
> of 100_6247.JPG]
>
> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/pjpeg which had a name 
> of 100_6249.JPG]

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Sun Jul 20 00:27:10 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:27:10 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
In-Reply-To: <040901c8ea1e$ba8adbc0$6501a8c0@Soderling>
Message-ID: <326311.54442.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

John,

I will let you know when I have it on the road in mid august.  Theory says
that the diameter of the tire [26.25] and the width [185mm] of the body and
the width of the trad [5.5inched] should be fine for BJ8.  There was a posting
recently that talked about early vs late front fender space - as I remenber
the early cars have a smaller fender well and are more susceptible to rubbing
on a turn.

I am comfortable that I will be fine.

Robert.

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Sat, 7/19/08, John Soderling <jsoderling at astound.net> wrote:

> From: John Soderling <jsoderling at astound.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
> To: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Saturday, July 19, 2008, 9:11 PM
> Robert,
> I'm interested in knowing how 185/80R15 tires work out
> on your car.  I was
> thinking of getting that size when I bought new tires for
> my Healey four
> years ago and was told that they were too big for the
> Healey and the front
> tires would rub the wheel wells when turning sharply.
> Please let me know how they work out.
> Thanks.
> John
> 100-6 Erika the Red
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Cc: <lucashly at comcast.net>
> Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 8:52 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision
> made.
>
>
> > Listers,
> >
> > Thanks for all the chit-chat on the question of which
> combo is best.
> >
> > Rightly or wrongly I made my decision in favor of
> Dayton 15x5 chrome
> > wires,
> > Vredestein 185x15 tires - not the 185/70x15.  Thought
> you would be anxious
> > to
> > know :-)
> >
> > Here is how its looking in Yellow/Red ....notice the
> push button starter.
> >
> > Will report tire driving impressions in late August
> after Monterey.
> >
> > Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
> >
> >
> > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type
> image/pjpeg which had a name
> > of 100_6247.JPG]
> >
> > [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type
> image/pjpeg which had a name
> > of 100_6249.JPG]

From peter at easterton.com  Sun Jul 20 03:28:25 2008
From: peter at easterton.com (Peter Hunt)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 10:28:25 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7 engine number
References: <bc5.2b1a93b6.35b39a9e@aol.com>
Message-ID: <005901c8ea4a$f7a31a00$0301a8c0@oemcomputer>

Jim,

My 1963 BJ7 3000 MK II - VIN HBJ7/23176.  (Right hand drive) Original engine
no. 29F RUH4044

Date of original registration in the UK 28th June 1963.  Just 228 cars away
from Bill's.

Regards,

Peter
Scotland.


----- Original Message -----
From: <Jwhlyadv at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, July 19, 2008 8:29 PM
Subject: [Healeys] BJ7 engine number


> Bill Dahlstrom of the Bluegrass Club is trying to figure out if he has the
> correct engine in his car. Here are the numbers:
>
> VIN# HBJ7L/22948; and the engine # 29K RU / H16125.
>
> Anyone have an idea about BJ7 engine numbers?  Does this sound  right?
>
> I know the ultimate test is a Heritage certificate.
>
> Thanks for your time and help.
>
>
>
>
> Jim  Werner
> Louisville, KY
>
>
>
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul 20 04:44:15 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:44:15 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
In-Reply-To: <000401c8ea11$11fcc160$0201a8c0@JIM>
References: <959895.24519.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<000401c8ea11$11fcc160$0201a8c0@JIM>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807200344v21765edxe75cf6b54b2a0517@mail.gmail.com>

Better than that why don't you get a nice piece of clear cling plastic
(like the stuff covering the front of a new mobile phone or screen
guard for an iPhone) and just slap that on.  Actually - even better
have someone apply the Clear Bra to your dash.

Alan

- Original message -
<Cut a nice neat oval of acrylic>

On 7/20/08, James Lea <clocks at midcoast.com> wrote:
> Cut a nice neat oval of acrylic and fasten it with two chrome screws. It's
> certainly worth to the value of the car than the harm the screws will do.
> You could even sandblast a rim around the oval to make it look more like a
> frame. Cheers, JL
>
> James Lea
> PO Box 25
> Rockport Maine 04856
> 1-207-236-3632
>
> 1951 Triumph Renown
> 1952 MG TD
> 1952 Triumph Mayflower
> 1958 Rover P4
> 1962 Austin Healey BT7
> 1980 Commuta-car Electric
>
>
>

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From kansl at net1plus.com  Sun Jul 20 04:50:49 2008
From: kansl at net1plus.com (Kurt Leslie)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 06:50:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 62bt7
Message-ID: <000401c8ea56$7cdc5280$e8c264d0@userch6dgy3z1d>

Took my healey for a ride yesterday bt7, was a hot day but temp in car
ok no traffic. On the way home the engine started skipping on
acceleration and stopped completely within a few miles and I assumed
fuel pump, but it was not it was electrical. Removed distributor cap and
rotor had no real wear, less than 300 miles on cap, rotor,points and
condenser, however there was a small amount of black arcing dust on the
heal of the outer rotor contact, put spare rotor in and started and ran
fine, I am still not sure what happened as the rotor looked ok to begin
with any ideas? Perhaps the hot weather effected the condenser?  Kurt

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul 20 05:47:55 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 19:47:55 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] 62bt7
In-Reply-To: <000401c8ea56$7cdc5280$e8c264d0@userch6dgy3z1d>
References: <000401c8ea56$7cdc5280$e8c264d0@userch6dgy3z1d>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807200447v3a47a3b9s830e3a30de6093d4@mail.gmail.com>

Kurt -

If your rotor is the kind with a brass rivet, that's the problem.  80%
of the new rotors sold out there are no good.  Order a pair of new
rotors from Norman Nock at BCS or Cape International in the UK - they
have good rotors.  Chances are your spare won't last either if the
same as the new one that just went bad, don't drive too far from home
until fixed!

Alan



On 7/20/08, Kurt Leslie <kansl at net1plus.com> wrote:
> Took my healey for a ride yesterday bt7, was a hot day but temp in car
> ok no traffic. On the way home the engine started skipping on
> acceleration and stopped completely within a few miles and I assumed
> fuel pump, but it was not it was electrical. Removed distributor cap and
> rotor had no real wear, less than 300 miles on cap, rotor,points and
> condenser, however there was a small amount of black arcing dust on the
> heal of the outer rotor contact, put spare rotor in and started and ran
> fine, I am still not sure what happened as the rotor looked ok to begin
> with any ideas? Perhaps the hot weather effected the condenser?  Kurt
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From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Sun Jul 20 07:16:36 2008
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ronald J. Ray)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 08:16:36 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] 62bt7
In-Reply-To: <000401c8ea56$7cdc5280$e8c264d0@userch6dgy3z1d>
Message-ID: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKKEIDDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>

Kurt,

The exact thing happened to me.
The only thought I had was the distributor bushing was worn causing the air
gap between the edge of the rotor and the plug wire contacts to vary, and
possible even the edge of the rotor touching the pug contacts.  Maybe this
caused the black residue to occur.

I always care 2 or 3 spare rotors, although I didn't have one with me when
it happened to me.

I have not done anything about this yet.
And I have no plans to install electronic ignition.

Any thoughts by others would be appreciated.

Ron


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of Kurt Leslie
Sent: Sunday, July 20, 2008 5:51 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] 62bt7


Took my healey for a ride yesterday bt7, was a hot day but temp in car
ok no traffic. On the way home the engine started skipping on
acceleration and stopped completely within a few miles and I assumed
fuel pump, but it was not it was electrical. Removed distributor cap and
rotor had no real wear, less than 300 miles on cap, rotor,points and
condenser, however there was a small amount of black arcing dust on the
heal of the outer rotor contact, put spare rotor in and started and ran
fine, I am still not sure what happened as the rotor looked ok to begin
with any ideas? Perhaps the hot weather effected the condenser?  Kurt

From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Sun Jul 20 07:19:42 2008
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ronald J. Ray)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 08:19:42 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] 62bt7
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807200447v3a47a3b9s830e3a30de6093d4@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKOEIDDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>

Alan,

What does the brass rivet that holds the brass contact piece onto the
plastic rotor have to do with black residue forming on the edged of the
brass rotor contact?

The problem I have had with some new rotors is that the rivet breaks in
shear.  A completely different problem than what Kurt and I experienced.

Ron


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Sunday, July 20, 2008 6:48 AM
To: Kurt Leslie; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 62bt7


Kurt -

If your rotor is the kind with a brass rivet, that's the problem.  80%
of the new rotors sold out there are no good.  Order a pair of new
rotors from Norman Nock at BCS or Cape International in the UK - they
have good rotors.  Chances are your spare won't last either if the
same as the new one that just went bad, don't drive too far from home
until fixed!

Alan



On 7/20/08, Kurt Leslie <kansl at net1plus.com> wrote:
> Took my healey for a ride yesterday bt7, was a hot day but temp in car
> ok no traffic. On the way home the engine started skipping on
> acceleration and stopped completely within a few miles and I assumed
> fuel pump, but it was not it was electrical. Removed distributor cap and
> rotor had no real wear, less than 300 miles on cap, rotor,points and
> condenser, however there was a small amount of black arcing dust on the
> heal of the outer rotor contact, put spare rotor in and started and ran
> fine, I am still not sure what happened as the rotor looked ok to begin
> with any ideas? Perhaps the hot weather effected the condenser?  Kurt

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Sun Jul 20 09:38:38 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 08:38:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey insurance.
In-Reply-To: <488226C1.5000301@pacbell.net>
References: <cce.34c87e1e.35b25798@aol.com>
  <488226C1.5000301@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <BLU117-W6A9AEFABDE602B3F0FFD8BF8B0@phx.gbl>

Fyi, my BN7 premium with LeLand-West, full of restrictions including the
garage lift, and as a second car on the policy (my other car is classified as
an exotic and not a classic so therein lies a special circumstance), Agreed
value $30 k on the BN7
is $225;  Hagarty using the on-lline quote tool was $281; My other cars (daily
drivers) are with hartford.

Richard of KY> Date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 10:39:13 -0700> From: bn1 at pacbell.net>
To: healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey insurance.> > I had
decided not to publish the results of my research a few months ago > because
so few cars would qualify and they don't write the policy nation > wide. But
after these posts, I changed my mind..> > I was quoting my restored '53 BN1 at
an agreed amount of $50k with as > few use restrictions as possible and higher
liability limits.> > Hagarty was the highest with Grundy coming in second.
Roland Wilhemy > suggested I try AAA which is where I went. The problem is
they will > only write near perfect cars. They decline 68% of submissions
including > my one-owner '72 240Z. They have virtually no restrictions other
than > drivers age and record and the car be garaged; no usage, mileage, club
> only events, parades, etc.> > My policy is $250/500/100,000 liability,
$5,000 Med, $100/300 UM and > $49,950 Comp & Collision agreed amount with ZERO
deductible. The ANNUAL > premium is $315.00. That includes discounts for good
driving record and > club membership. They won't write $50k or higher without
an appraisal.> > YMMV but be sure to try The Auto Club if you qualify.> > Bill
Barnett> Santa Ana, CA> Healey w/AAA, other cars elsewhere> >
Editorgary at aol.com wrote:> > In a message dated 7/18/08 11:05:55 AM,
healeys-request at autox.team.net> > writes:> >> >> > > >> A. Has anyone else had
to sign off on such an agreement with any other> >> insurance company?
(hagarty, Grundy, etc)> >>> >> B. Has anyone seen such a disclaimer warning
from any of its lift> >> manufacturers?> >>> >> > >> > Try Hagerty... I still
think they're the best in the business. Let us know> > what you find out.> >
Cheers> > Gary> >> >> > **************> > Get fantasy football with free live
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From fmags at cox.net  Sun Jul 20 10:05:16 2008
From: fmags at cox.net (fmags)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:05:16 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] protecting Gerry's signature
Message-ID: <000901c8ea82$669f67b0$0201a8c0@debo9w9s34m23y>

I wouldn't touch a thing; just be careful what you clean it with over the
years; you wouldn't want to damage it.  Gerry Coker and Roger Menadue signed
my dash at Tri Healey at least 15 years ago with a Sharpie permanent marker
and I never tried to preserve it with anything; I'm just careful cleaning it;
still looks good.

<The question remains:  How can I protect the signature and preferably,
not harm it or my facia which is painted in acrylic enamel?>

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Jul 20 11:08:58 2008
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (Rick Neville)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 10:08:58 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] SU Help, Please?
Message-ID: <100369.60112.qm@web51407.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

After cleaning up the original HS6 carbs (which have about 15,000 mi on
them) on my BJ7, I'm having a problem I just can't seem to solve. Upon
start up, the engine revs right to the redline. The throttle linkage
appears adjusted correctly and when I check the butterflies after
shutting down, they are completely closed. The throttle screws are
completely backed off and the jet nuts have been turned down two turns.
Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Rick

From thomas3 at shaw.ca  Sun Jul 20 13:15:39 2008
From: thomas3 at shaw.ca (rick thomas)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 15:15:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] bad water pump
Message-ID: <f322e784354a0.4883569b@shaw.ca>

Hi Guys and Girls
am putting my engine back together after what seems like a long rebuilding
process
when I installed the water pump which I purchased from one of the well known
suppliers, the pulleys didn't line up
 there was some talk of this a while back but I don't remember what was done
to fix the problem!
can the pulley be pulled and a shim installed behind it?
Thanks for your input

 Rick, golden BJ8

From rkorn at simnet.is  Sun Jul 20 17:21:46 2008
From: rkorn at simnet.is (rkorn at simnet.is)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:21:46 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey storage
Message-ID: <isapiwc.433ab781.6bc3.4883c88a.7fe9d.b@mail.simnet.is>

I realize it is rather early to be talking about winter storage but my trip to the states ends in a 10 days and I found a nice garage to store my Healey next to a beautiful XK 120.My question is whether I should put it up on jack stands for 11 months or not. The tires are new, everything else about the car is 52 years old.

Thanks ,

Richard
BN2

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Sun Jul 20 19:06:01 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 18:06:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 62bt7
In-Reply-To: <000401c8ea56$7cdc5280$e8c264d0@userch6dgy3z1d>
References: <000401c8ea56$7cdc5280$e8c264d0@userch6dgy3z1d>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807201806g448986fewf120319ac1fc72e5@mail.gmail.com>

Two thoughts.
Possible vapor lock that cured it self while you fiddled with the rotor.

All of my spares are used. I take a fairly new part (couple of hundred
miles) and make that my spare. Then I know it is good.
Same with points, condenser, etc. All of my spare belts and hoses have
been on the car. I know they work. I know they fix my car. Also makes
it easier in the dark.
ron rader
1965 BJ8
1967 E FHC

On Sun, Jul 20, 2008 at 3:50 AM, Kurt Leslie <kansl at net1plus.com> wrote:
>
 Spare rotor in and started and ran fine, I am still not sure what
happened as the rotor looked ok to begin

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul 20 19:09:17 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:09:17 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Healey storage
In-Reply-To: <isapiwc.433ab781.6bc3.4883c88a.7fe9d.b@mail.simnet.is>
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Richard -

With new radials they don't really take a set like the old ply tires
did when sitting, so I'd say just leave it on the ground - less chance
for it to fall off the jack stands.  The tires will stay round &
balanced.

Alan




On 7/21/08, rkorn at simnet.is <rkorn at simnet.is> wrote:
> I realize it is rather early to be talking about winter storage but my trip
> to the states ends in a 10 days and I found a nice garage to store my Healey
> next to a beautiful XK 120.My question is whether I should put it up on jack
> stands for 11 months or not. The tires are new, everything else about the
> car is 52 years old.
>
> Thanks ,
>
> Richard
> BN2
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From ahpowered at hotmail.com  Sun Jul 20 20:56:38 2008
From: ahpowered at hotmail.com (scott willis)
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 21:56:38 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Keeneland Concours
Message-ID: <BLU111-W5269B136D6ED756351D905B88A0@phx.gbl>

Hey kids,

I had a chance to drive my Jag E 66FHC 2.5 hrs up with my group to Keeneland
this weekend. A 66 FHC won it's class against some stiff competition. I drove
my BN7 up 2 years ago. 100 cars were invited to the Concours and the lawn
filled with an incredible array of visitors. There was a Healey in the show
that was completely unrestored and I believe it was a show car from NY from
back in the day. It is the black and gray one in the photos.

Here are shots of the show. You can fast forward, etc.
http://good-times.webshots.com/slideshow/564169968yMEylQ

Here is a vid of the FHC accepting the award. Click "High quality".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJdxD73hC7E

Here is my new love, a Bandini 750cc.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpWShInnnwQ

Enjoy.

Cheers,

Scott Willis
Mashed 60 BN7 AH Club USA
59 MGA
66 E-Type FHC

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From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Mon Jul 21 00:35:19 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:35:19 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Rotor Buttons
Message-ID: <1216622119.48842e27762f9@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

As previously mentioned the mechanical/dynamic load on these items is so little 
that I have driven with my rotor held together with electrical insulation tape.
Maybe the issue is one of being supplied the CORRECT ITEM ( THEY ALL LOOK THE 
SAME ) Can I suggest a trial fit before attempting to run the engine. By using 
some plastic bearing clearence strip attached to the end of the rotor then, 
hand rotate the engine and check there is no physical contact. I cannot believe 
that a car that is running so smoothly down the road suddenly has such 
excessive movement in the distributor shaft that it mechanically destructs its 
rotor. The effect on the points gap if such clearence existed would make the 
car run like crap to the extent most drivers would retutn home immediately. The 
effect of the high voltage spark jumping from rotor to the cap terminal is only 
going to increase the gap. Another suggestion if the failure occurs after 
having the cap off recently is that it has been incorrectly fitted causing 
mechanical interference.
In the past I have flattened and increased the length of an old rotor by 
hammering it flatter. ( blacksmith technology )Lucas stuff in a reasonable 
state of maintenance is ultra reliable. It all comes down to the skill and 
experience of the maintainer!

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 21 00:40:34 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:40:34 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Rotor Buttons
In-Reply-To: <1216622119.48842e27762f9@webmail.hotkey.net.au>
References: <1216622119.48842e27762f9@webmail.hotkey.net.au>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807202340n38ab0132n2ba111e6068e84c0@mail.gmail.com>

It's not a mechanical failure that causes these rotors to fail.  The
rivet is installed in a way that causes microscopic cracking in the
rotor, then a few hundred miles later with heat and voltage the cracks
propogate (it's all microscopic, you typically can't see it) and the
rotor fails.  Only buy rotors without brass rivets.




On 7/21/08, sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au
<sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au> wrote:
> As previously mentioned the mechanical/dynamic load on these items is so
> little
> that I have driven with my rotor held together with electrical insulation
> tape.
> Maybe the issue is one of being supplied the CORRECT ITEM ( THEY ALL LOOK
> THE
> SAME ) Can I suggest a trial fit before attempting to run the engine. By
> using
> some plastic bearing clearence strip attached to the end of the rotor then,
> hand rotate the engine and check there is no physical contact. I cannot
> believe
> that a car that is running so smoothly down the road suddenly has such
> excessive movement in the distributor shaft that it mechanically destructs
> its
> rotor. The effect on the points gap if such clearence existed would make the
> car run like crap to the extent most drivers would retutn home immediately.
> The
> effect of the high voltage spark jumping from rotor to the cap terminal is
> only
> going to increase the gap. Another suggestion if the failure occurs after
> having the cap off recently is that it has been incorrectly fitted causing
> mechanical interference.
> In the past I have flattened and increased the length of an old rotor by
> hammering it flatter. ( blacksmith technology )Lucas stuff in a reasonable
> state of maintenance is ultra reliable. It all comes down to the skill and
> experience of the maintainer!
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From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Mon Jul 21 00:52:41 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:52:41 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] High Speed Rotors
Message-ID: <1216623161.488432392cf21@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

BMC works A-series engines fitted to Formula Junior Coopers run by Ken Tyrrell 
(of formula 1 fame ) reved to 10000RPM with basic Lucas distributors. Works 
Sprites ran 24 hours at 7000RPM for the duration at LeMans with standard Lucas 
equipment. The big thing with looking for long life and guaranteed performance 
is to 'blue-print'. This involves checking each and every component to the 
manufacturers designed size and shape and then trial fit it into its assembly, 
dismantle and check clearences etc.  Read Carroll Smith's books on race car 
preparation and it is clear there is no magic formula, just attention to 
detail. Who is C.Smith? He was pit crew chief at Indy,LeMans and with many 
major teams and winners. Also remember the Healey 100/6 endurance at 
Monthelthery ( or something ) carried out by one of the UK universities-
Cambridge? It was flat out non-stop for a week.
Joe

From bighealey at charter.net  Mon Jul 21 06:06:23 2008
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 05:06:23 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Hey Mike your in the news
Message-ID: <002001c8eb2a$32333670$1002a8c0@TRACY>

Hey Mike your in the news



http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20080712/targa_race_0807
12/20080720?s_name=Autos





Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !

President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

From davzu29 at cox.net  Mon Jul 21 07:06:24 2008
From: davzu29 at cox.net (David Z)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:06:24 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
References: <517040.1894.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<040901c8ea1e$ba8adbc0$6501a8c0@Soderling>
Message-ID: <009701c8eb32$94724cb0$6701a8c0@ORGANIZA79207D>

I have Michelin 175R15 ZX's on my BJ-8 and they rub on sharp turns.

David Z
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Soderling" <jsoderling at astound.net>
To: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 20, 2008 12:11 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.


> Robert,
> I'm interested in knowing how 185/80R15 tires work out on your car.  I was
> thinking of getting that size when I bought new tires for my Healey four
> years ago and was told that they were too big for the Healey and the front
> tires would rub the wheel wells when turning sharply.
> Please let me know how they work out.
> Thanks.
> John
> 100-6 Erika the Red
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Cc: <lucashly at comcast.net>
> Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 8:52 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
>
>
>> Listers,
>>
>> Thanks for all the chit-chat on the question of which combo is best.
>>
>> Rightly or wrongly I made my decision in favor of Dayton 15x5 chrome
>> wires,
>> Vredestein 185x15 tires - not the 185/70x15.  Thought you would be 
>> anxious
>> to
>> know :-)
>>
>> Here is how its looking in Yellow/Red ....notice the push button starter.
>>
>> Will report tire driving impressions in late August after Monterey.
>>
>> Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>>
>>
>> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/pjpeg which had a name
>> of 100_6247.JPG]
>>
>> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/pjpeg which had a name
>> of 100_6249.JPG]
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From bighealey at charter.net  Mon Jul 21 07:40:48 2008
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 06:40:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Hey Mike your in the news
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Message-ID: <000101c8eb37$62bc10c0$1002a8c0@TRACY>

http://tiny.cc/Eax3X


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President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

-----Original Message-----
From: G. Brierton [mailto:gbrierton at hotmail.com]
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 6:28 AM
To: Tracy Drummond
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Hey Mike your in the news

please give us a better link
GB

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Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 8:06 AM
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Subject: [Healeys] Hey Mike your in the news

> Hey Mike your in the news
>
>
>
>
http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20080712/targa_race_0807
> 12/20080720?s_name=Autos
>
>
>
>
>
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From bj867 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 21 08:01:07 2008
From: bj867 at yahoo.com (tammy neumann)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 07:01:07 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] RE- 62bt7 -black arcing dust on the distributor rotor
Message-ID: <751119.98154.qm@web35903.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Kurk,

I had a similar problem with my BJ8.  It was misfiring and had no power soon after a full electrical tune-up.  I found a thin coating of black powder inside the distributor cap.
I determined this was carbon powder that came from the carbon brush (top center of the distributor cap that makes contact with the rotor).  I cleaned the inside of the distributor cap with electrical contact cleaner and a clean cloth.  My car has been running fine ever since this one time experience.  I suppose what had happened was that the carbon brush had a break in period initially before it fully seated and that produced the carbon dust.  The cap was not a Lucas but a high quality replacement from one of the preferred Healey vendors.

Mark Neumann
BJ8 


Message: 15
Date: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 06:50:49 -0400
From: "Kurt Leslie" <kansl at net1plus.com>
Subject: [Healeys] 62bt7
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <000401c8ea56$7cdc5280$e8c264d0 at userch6dgy3z1d>
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Took my healey for a ride yesterday bt7, was a hot day but temp in car
ok no traffic. On the way home the engine started skipping on
acceleration and stopped completely within a few miles and I assumed
fuel pump, but it was not it was electrical. Removed distributor cap and
rotor had no real wear, less than 300 miles on cap, rotor,points and
condenser, however there was a small amount of black arcing dust on the
heal of the outer rotor contact, put spare rotor in and started and ran
fine, I am still not sure what happened as the rotor looked ok to begin
with any ideas? Perhaps the hot weather effected the condenser?  Kurt

From MBran89793 at aol.com  Mon Jul 21 08:40:45 2008
From: MBran89793 at aol.com (MBran89793 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:40:45 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Start-up w/ Monday's Humpor
Message-ID: <bc5.2b45bc15.35b5f9ed@aol.com>

A young man named Chuck moved to Texas and bought a donkey from a farmer  for 
$100.00. The farmer agreed to deliver the donkey the next day. The next day  
he drove up and said, 'Sorry son, but I have some bad news, the donkey died.'  

Chuck replied, 'Well, then just give me my money back.' 

The  farmer said, 'Can't do that. I went and spent it already.' 

Chuck said,  'Ok, then, just bring me the dead donkey.' 

The farmer asked, 'What ya  gonna do with him? 

Chuck said, 'I'm going to raffle him off.'  

The farmer said, 'You can't raffle off a dead donkey!' 

Chuck  said, 'Sure I can Watch me. I just won't tell anybody he's dead.' 

A  month later, the farmer met up with Chuck and asked, 'What happened with 
that  dead donkey?' 

Chuck said, 'I raffled him off. I sold 500 tickets at two  dollars a piece 
and made a profit of $998.00.' 

The farmer said, 'Didn't  anyone complain?' 

Chuck said, 'Just the guy who won. So I gave him his  two dollars back.' 

Chuck grew up and works for the government.  









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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Mon Jul 21 08:44:05 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:44:05 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Hey Mike your in the news
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	<000101c8eb37$62bc10c0$1002a8c0@TRACY>
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Thanks Tracy, I missed that one...

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Behalf Of Tracy Drummond
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 9:41 AM
To: Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Hey Mike your in the news

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-----Original Message-----
From: G. Brierton [mailto:gbrierton at hotmail.com]
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 6:28 AM
To: Tracy Drummond
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Hey Mike your in the news

please give us a better link
GB

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Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 8:06 AM
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Subject: [Healeys] Hey Mike your in the news

> Hey Mike your in the news
>
>
>
>
http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20080712/targa_race_0807
> 12/20080720?s_name=Autos
>
>
>
>
>
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From williamsantiks at hotmail.com  Mon Jul 21 09:02:00 2008
From: williamsantiks at hotmail.com (William Berg)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:02:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Oops I have an extra set of Blue 100-4 sidecurtains for
	sale
In-Reply-To: <001701c8e291$72d3d640$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <000601c8e24f$73b53b90$2f01a8c0@deepthought42>
	<001701c8e291$72d3d640$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <BAY110-W19C6930A9170244E5B626BCD8A0@phx.gbl>

Hey gang, I ordered a set of Blue sidecurtains from AH Spares and my father
ordered me a set set back in January for my birthday
They were on back order so he didn't tell me what he had bought me as it was a
surprise. So now I have identical sets of Blue sidecurtains for the 100
I would like  to sell a set for my cost of $550 please contact me if you are
interested before I put them up on Ebay -William Berg

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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Mon Jul 21 09:34:51 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (kentmclean at comcast.net)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:34:51 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey storage
Message-ID: <072120081534.17901.4884AC9B000178B7000045ED2216525806020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>

RIchard wrote:
> I realize it is rather early to be talking about winter storage but my trip to 
> the states ends in a 10 days and I found a nice garage to store my Healey next 
> to a beautiful XK 120.My question is whether I should put it up on jack stands 
> for 11 months or not. The tires are new, everything else about the car is 52 
> years old.

Storage is bad for a car.  Why don't you leave the keys with me and I'll,
ah, hmmm, exercise the car every few weeks until you return?

If that doesn't work for you, then raising it on jack stands wouldn't hurt.
Usually driving the car a bit will work the flat spots out, but if they car
sits too long, who knows.  Better to jack it up and be sure.  

The down side to using jack stands to keep the tires off the ground is
the stress to the suspension bits of being at full extension for so long. 

I think it's danged-if-you-do, danged-if-you-don't. 

--
Kent McLean
'59 100 BN2

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Mon Jul 21 09:46:03 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:46:03 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey storage
In-Reply-To: <072120081534.17901.4884AC9B000178B7000045ED2216525806020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
References: <072120081534.17901.4884AC9B000178B7000045ED2216525806020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BLU117-W42C75DC11ED186BB9F28ACBF8A0@phx.gbl>

I found storing the car on the ground but on carpet squares under the tires
really helps...
Richard of KY
60 BN7 440> From: kentmclean at comcast.net> To: healeys at autox.team.net> Date:
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:34:51 +0000> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey storage> >
RIchard wrote:> > I realize it is rather early to be talking about winter
storage but my trip to > > the states ends in a 10 days and I found a nice
garage to store my Healey next > > to a beautiful XK 120.My question is
whether I should put it up on jack stands > > for 11 months or not. The tires
are new, everything else about the car is 52 > > years old.> > Storage is bad
for a car. Why don't you leave the keys with me and I'll,> ah, hmmm, exercise
the car every few weeks until you return?> > If that doesn't work for you,
then raising it on jack stands wouldn't hurt.> Usually driving the car a bit
will work the flat spots out, but if they car> sits too long, who knows.
Better to jack it up and be sure. > > The down side to using jack stands to
keep the tires off the ground is> the stress to the suspension bits of being
at full extension for so long. > > I think it's danged-if-you-do,
danged-if-you-don't. > > --> Kent McLean> '59 100 BN2>
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From davzu29 at cox.net  Mon Jul 21 09:51:27 2008
From: davzu29 at cox.net (David Z)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 11:51:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey storage
References: <072120081534.17901.4884AC9B000178B7000045ED2216525806020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>
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Ok, I'll bite. What do placing carpet squares under the tires have to do 
with anything?

David Z.
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From: "Richard Collins" <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
To: <kentmclean at comcast.net>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 11:46 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey storage


>I found storing the car on the ground but on carpet squares under the tires
> really helps...
> Richard of KY
> 60 BN7 440> From: kentmclean at comcast.net> To: healeys at autox.team.net> 
> Date:
> Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:34:51 +0000> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey storage> >
> RIchard wrote:> > I realize it is rather early to be talking about winter
> storage but my trip to > > the states ends in a 10 days and I found a nice
> garage to store my Healey next > > to a beautiful XK 120.My question is
> whether I should put it up on jack stands > > for 11 months or not. The 
> tires
> are new, everything else about the car is 52 > > years old.> > Storage is 
> bad
> for a car. Why don't you leave the keys with me and I'll,> ah, hmmm, 
> exercise
> the car every few weeks until you return?> > If that doesn't work for you,
> then raising it on jack stands wouldn't hurt.> Usually driving the car a 
> bit
> will work the flat spots out, but if they car> sits too long, who knows.
> Better to jack it up and be sure. > > The down side to using jack stands 
> to
> keep the tires off the ground is> the stress to the suspension bits of 
> being
> at full extension for so long. > > I think it's danged-if-you-do,
> danged-if-you-don't. > > --> Kent McLean> '59 100 BN2>
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From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Mon Jul 21 10:02:59 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:02:59 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey storage
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Oops...too long a response and stopped by the web meister;  trying again

From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.comTo: davzu29 at cox.net; kentmclean at comcast.net;
healeys at autox.team.netSubject: RE: [Healeys] Healey storageDate: Mon, 21 Jul
2008 08:57:34 -0700


Keeps the tires off the concrete garage floor while  keeping temperature
swings down and offers a bit of a padding to the tires as well. Thought it was
an old wives tale as well but I run soft compound tires on my other car and it
definitely seemed to work vs without the squares...Wonder if Snopes agrees
RVC> From: davzu29 at cox.net> To: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com;
kentmclean at comcast.net; healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey
storage> Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 11:51:27 -0400> > Ok, I'll bite. What do
placing carpet squares under the tires have to do > with anything?> > David Z.
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From wsteinman at pogolaw.com  Mon Jul 21 12:10:29 2008
From: wsteinman at pogolaw.com (Steinman, Bill)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:10:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Wheel swap?
Message-ID: <82A974D0BA5A5E4C85412B56F8C0D4B21E3956@US-EXCH-VS02.US.PGFM.NET>

Howdy all:

I'm thinking about new wire wheels for my BT7.  The car came with very
nice and fairly new 60-spoke chrome wheels when I bought it, but I've
never been partial to chrome wheels -- I much prefer painted.  Anyone
got a nice set of painted 60-spoke wheels who might be interested in a
trade?

Happy Healeying,

B.

Bill S.
2005 Lotus Elise
1968 Triumph TR-250
1968 MGC Tourer
1965 Sunbeam Tiger
1959 Austin Healey 3000
1971 Triumph TR-6 (girlfriend's car)

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From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 21 13:45:11 2008
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:45:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Healey storage
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Better yet, glue carpet strips to the treads on your tires.  This way you don't have to worry about lining up the tires and squares when you park.  And you'll always have the "carpet protection" where ever you go.  The best part is... if the ride gets to be too bumpy - you can use a deep pile shag and extra padding which can be found in many colors to compliment your car.
   
  :-)
   
  

David Z <davzu29 at cox.net> wrote:
  Ok, I'll bite. What do placing carpet squares under the tires have to do 
with anything?

David Z.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Collins" 
To: ; 
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 11:46 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey storage


>I found storing the car on the ground but on carpet squares under the tires
> really helps...
> Richard of KY

From amalin at mac.com  Mon Jul 21 17:28:59 2008
From: amalin at mac.com (Al Malin)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 19:28:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Wheel swap?
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Hi Bill,

I have a set of 5 72-spoke painted that I took off my BT7 MK II last  
summer.  I replaced them with chromes.  Spokes and splines are in  
great shape.  I've been thinking of selling them.

Al Malin
Tricarb


On Jul 21, 2008, at 2:10 PM, Steinman, Bill wrote:

> Howdy all:
>
> I'm thinking about new wire wheels for my BT7.  The car came with very
> nice and fairly new 60-spoke chrome wheels when I bought it, but I've
> never been partial to chrome wheels -- I much prefer painted.  Anyone
> got a nice set of painted 60-spoke wheels who might be interested in a
> trade?
>
> Happy Healeying,
>
> B.
>
> Bill S.
> 2005 Lotus Elise
> 1968 Triumph TR-250
> 1968 MGC Tourer
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> 1959 Austin Healey 3000
> 1971 Triumph TR-6 (girlfriend's car)
>
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 21 19:54:11 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:54:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
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David, Interesting - surprising.

I now have to wait and see what happens with my 185x15s.  I may have to avoid
hand brake turns ..........

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Mon, 7/21/08, David Z <davzu29 at cox.net> wrote:

> From: David Z <davzu29 at cox.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires...... decision made.
> To: "John Soderling" <jsoderling at astound.net>, "Robert Blair"
<rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Monday, July 21, 2008, 6:06 AM
> I have Michelin 175R15 ZX's on my BJ-8 and they rub on
> sharp turns.
>
> David Z
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "John Soderling"
> <jsoderling at astound.net>
> To: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sunday, July 20, 2008 12:11 AM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires......
> decision made.
>
>
> > Robert,
> > I'm interested in knowing how 185/80R15 tires work
> out on your car.  I was
> > thinking of getting that size when I bought new tires
> for my Healey four
> > years ago and was told that they were too big for the
> Healey and the front
> > tires would rub the wheel wells when turning sharply.
> > Please let me know how they work out.
> > Thanks.
> > John
> > 100-6 Erika the Red
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Robert Blair"
> <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> > To: "Healey List"
> <healeys at autox.team.net>
> > Cc: <lucashly at comcast.net>
> > Sent: Friday, July 18, 2008 8:52 PM
> > Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Wheels & Tires......
> decision made.
> >
> >
> >> Listers,
> >>
> >> Thanks for all the chit-chat on the question of
> which combo is best.
> >>
> >> Rightly or wrongly I made my decision in favor of
> Dayton 15x5 chrome
> >> wires,
> >> Vredestein 185x15 tires - not the 185/70x15.
> Thought you would be
> >> anxious
> >> to
> >> know :-)
> >>
> >> Here is how its looking in Yellow/Red ....notice
> the push button starter.
> >>
> >> Will report tire driving impressions in late
> August after Monterey.
> >>
> >> Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
> >>
> >>
> >> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type
> image/pjpeg which had a name
> >> of 100_6247.JPG]
> >>
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From comkanuk at cgocable.ca  Mon Jul 21 20:44:15 2008
From: comkanuk at cgocable.ca (gilbert gauthier)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 22:44:15 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
Message-ID: <704E0102-0483-4E94-9B53-EF7C7235EE2D@cgocable.ca>

Hi Rich,

         This afternoon i was talking with one of the old timer
member  fom our healey club concerning the procedure that i use when
starting my healey. i was saying to him that I don't touch the clutch
and put the car in neutral to start it. He allready told me that it
was the no good way because it make the starter to work harder. I
told him that i saw somewhere in the Healey list that the way to go
with healey was not touching the clutch. With my VW 08 in cold
condition i depress the clutch for sure and i had always did with all
my manual cars.   Then i looked at the mail archive i found something
that you wrote in april 2006 in respond to someone concerning problem
in cold start.


        If it not too much to ask why is it different with healey
clutch and regular manual car.


Thank

gilbert

BT7 (61



((((   (((((::::Hard to start when cold:::::

Gentlemen,

Both of you (Dick and David) noted that you put the clutch all the
way in
while cranking. Don't do that.

Make sure the gear lever is in neutral and crank the engine without
touching
the clutch. Depressing the clutch only puts more load on the crankshaft
thrust washers and slows the cranking speed.

Rich Chrysler

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Mon Jul 21 23:08:25 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 22:08:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] time to paint
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807212208q3d797448j4139bcbe91fa1a86@mail.gmail.com>

Hello Listers.
I am going to paint my 1965 BJ8.

I bought it about 8 years ago after what had been purported to be a
full restoration. Pictures included. It may have been but I doubt it.
Older and wiser.

Over the past 8 years I have had the car worked on first by Absolutely
British when Eric was in So Cal and later by Frank McClain, in Encino.
Both great shops.

Most parts have been replaced and it is now a very nice car with over
10,000 miles of run in.

It is time to repaint the body in the same beautiful BRG. I am looking
for a recommendation in So Cal from happy customers.

I saw an ad in SCM by Charles Tanner. I know he is related to Kurt
Tanner but I do not know if he is the guy that was doing all of the
great paint jobs or whether that was Kurt's dad.

Any one know?   Has any one had the Tanners paint your car?

Feed back appreciated.

Ron Rader
1965 BJ8
Los Angeles CA

From Paul.Negus at ipl.com  Tue Jul 22 06:10:41 2008
From: Paul.Negus at ipl.com (Paul Negus)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:10:41 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters
Message-ID: <72481CA3A5A6474EA49CFD2CF28A5D5D03C23DDF@hektor.iplbath.com>

Hi

My wife very kindly bought me a set of these marble coasters when in
Windsor (England) last week:


http://www.essentiallysoap.co.uk/shop_product.php?id=1066&cat=327

They look fantastic on the coffee table!

Regards

Paul

Longbridge BN4


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From caws52803 at aol.com  Tue Jul 22 07:14:44 2008
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Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:14:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters
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Tempting, but $45 without shipping??
?Rudy Streng
AN5 BN4
Lenoir, NC


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To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 8:10 am
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters



Hi

My wife very kindly bought me a set of these marble coasters when in
Windsor (England) last week:


http://www.essentiallysoap.co.uk/shop_product.php?id=1066&cat=327

They look fantastic on the coffee table!

Regards

Paul

Longbridge BN4


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From 57healey at gmail.com  Tue Jul 22 07:46:10 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:46:10 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters
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My wife can make them, but I don't know what she would charge.  Here
is the picture of the one I have on my desk at the office.

http://tinyurl.com/5tyujm

Patton

On Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 8:14 AM,  <caws52803 at aol.com> wrote:
> Tempting, but $45 without shipping??
> ?Rudy Streng
> AN5 BN4
> Lenoir, NC
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Paul Negus <Paul.Negus at ipl.com>
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Sent: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 8:10 am
> Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters
>
>
>
> Hi
>
> My wife very kindly bought me a set of these marble coasters when in
> Windsor (England) last week:
>
>
> http://www.essentiallysoap.co.uk/shop_product.php?id=1066&cat=327
>
> They look fantastic on the coffee table!
>
> Regards
>
> Paul
>
> Longbridge BN4

-- 
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1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From caws52803 at aol.com  Tue Jul 22 08:00:00 2008
From: caws52803 at aol.com (caws52803 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters
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Does anyone know where I can get some coasters made?? A long time ago I purchased 6 leather 3" coasters with the AHCA design burnt in and would love to have them done for?my local club.? Anyone remember or have a source?
Thanks,
Rudy in NC?

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Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters



Hi

My wife very kindly bought me a set of these marble coasters when in
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They look fantastic on the coffee table!

Regards

Paul

Longbridge BN4


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From rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net  Tue Jul 22 08:03:17 2008
From: rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net (rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:03:17 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Update - SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA BRITISH CAR MEET - Sept.
 6 & 7, 2008
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THE  BRITISH  CAR  MEET * 2008
Sierra Point Marina  *  Brisbane, CA
Saturday & Sunday * September 6th & 7th

Dear NorCal British Car Enthusiast,

The Sierra Point British Car Meet in Brisbane is coming along great - This
year, the food and drink will be handled by the Brisbane Lions Club, that will
have their grill trailer with burgers, dogs, and (hopefully) bangers all day
plus cold drinks, but get this!!!  The Sierra Point Yacht Club will open their
doors early on Sunday for a reasonable, sit-down, prix fix breakfast, AND,
they also have a full bar that will be open all day as well ......

Due to a number of reasons, the Saturday swap meet has been canceled for this
year, but it will seriously be reconsidered for next year.

If you belong to a club, make sure the general membership knows about this
Sierra Point meet - meet old friends in a new location - carrying on the
tradition.

Cheers,

Rick Feibusch
Meet Coordinator

- - - - - - - - - - - - - -  - - - - -

THE  BRITISH  CAR  MEET * 2008
Sierra Point Marina  *  Brisbane, CA
Saturday & Sunday * September 6th & 7th

Join us for one of the most historic British automotive events in California
at
our new dockside venue at the Sierra Point Marina.  Over 400 quirky, classic,
and
thoroughly lovable British cars are once again expected to grace the lawn and
adjacent
parking area in Brisbane, California. This is essentially the old Palo Alto
meet
in its new location. We are also expecting another great display of automotive
oddities
provided by the Arcane Auto Society. Spectators attend and park for free.

SUNDAY SHOW - SEPTEMBER 7th

Join your British car friends for a smashing day at the Marina. Don't have a
show car? Don't worry! Daily drivers, vintage racers, street rods and
works-in-progress
are as welcome as Concours quality show cars.  British food, jazz, & more fun
than you'll be able to tolerate!  Awards in many classes. There will be no
preregistration
- all entrants will receive a commemorative gift. Cars will be placed at
9:00AM
and the fun goes on all day.  The registration fee is still $25 per car at the
gate.

SATURDAY TOUR - SEPTEMBER 6th

The British Car Meet TOUR TO THE SEA starts at the Sierra Point Marina
boathouse
(the same place as the Sunday Car Show) and winds through the hills to the
sea.
Itbs no-cost option for people who like to drive their cars as well as show
them.
We will be sending cars off between 9:00AM and 10:30AM.  A map will be
provided.
The tour ends at Cameron's Pub in Half Moon Bay where we will be kicking
tyres
and telling tall tales in the car park well into the afternoon.

DIRECTIONS:

The Brisbane Marina is lacated just east of the Bayshore Freeway (101) between
San
Francisco and the SF Airport/Highway 380. Just  take the Sierra Point Exit and
follow
the signs to the Marina. Trailer parking will be available on-site.

Call for information:  310-392-6605
e-mail: Sierra Point Marina Britmeet <rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net>

From rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net  Tue Jul 22 08:02:53 2008
From: rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net (rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:02:53 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Update - SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA BRITISH CAR MEET - Sept.
 6 & 7, 2008
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THE  BRITISH  CAR  MEET * 2008
Sierra Point Marina  *  Brisbane, CA
Saturday & Sunday * September 6th & 7th

Dear NorCal British Car Enthusiast,

The Sierra Point British Car Meet in Brisbane is coming along great - This
year, the food and drink will be handled by the Brisbane Lions Club, that will
have their grill trailer with burgers, dogs, and (hopefully) bangers all day
plus cold drinks, but get this!!!  The Sierra Point Yacht Club will open their
doors early on Sunday for a reasonable, sit-down, prix fix breakfast, AND,
they also have a full bar that will be open all day as well ......

Due to a number of reasons, the Saturday swap meet has been canceled for this
year, but it will seriously be reconsidered for next year.

If you belong to a club, make sure the general membership knows about this
Sierra Point meet - meet old friends in a new location - carrying on the
tradition.

Cheers,

Rick Feibusch
Meet Coordinator

- - - - - - - - - - - - - -  - - - - -

THE  BRITISH  CAR  MEET * 2008
Sierra Point Marina  *  Brisbane, CA
Saturday & Sunday * September 6th & 7th

Join us for one of the most historic British automotive events in California
at
our new dockside venue at the Sierra Point Marina.  Over 400 quirky, classic,
and
thoroughly lovable British cars are once again expected to grace the lawn and
adjacent
parking area in Brisbane, California. This is essentially the old Palo Alto
meet
in its new location. We are also expecting another great display of automotive
oddities
provided by the Arcane Auto Society. Spectators attend and park for free.

SUNDAY SHOW - SEPTEMBER 7th

Join your British car friends for a smashing day at the Marina. Don't have a
show car? Don't worry! Daily drivers, vintage racers, street rods and
works-in-progress
are as welcome as Concours quality show cars.  British food, jazz, & more fun
than you'll be able to tolerate!  Awards in many classes. There will be no
preregistration
- all entrants will receive a commemorative gift. Cars will be placed at
9:00AM
and the fun goes on all day.  The registration fee is still $25 per car at the
gate.

SATURDAY TOUR - SEPTEMBER 6th

The British Car Meet TOUR TO THE SEA starts at the Sierra Point Marina
boathouse
(the same place as the Sunday Car Show) and winds through the hills to the
sea.
Itbs no-cost option for people who like to drive their cars as well as show
them.
We will be sending cars off between 9:00AM and 10:30AM.  A map will be
provided.
The tour ends at Cameron's Pub in Half Moon Bay where we will be kicking
tyres
and telling tall tales in the car park well into the afternoon.

DIRECTIONS:

The Brisbane Marina is lacated just east of the Bayshore Freeway (101) between
San
Francisco and the SF Airport/Highway 380. Just  take the Sierra Point Exit and
follow
the signs to the Marina. Trailer parking will be available on-site.

Call for information:  310-392-6605
e-mail: Sierra Point Marina Britmeet <rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net>

From philritten at aol.com  Tue Jul 22 09:03:18 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (Philip Rittenhouse)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:03:18 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive Question
In-Reply-To: <8CABA1A5DA25F18-17B8-DCF@WEBMAIL-DC04.sysops.aol.com>
References: <72481CA3A5A6474EA49CFD2CF28A5D5D03C23DDF@hektor.iplbath.com>
	<8CABA1A5DA25F18-17B8-DCF@WEBMAIL-DC04.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <6E013083-8B99-43F4-81A6-44B2F2AEADFA@aol.com>

You have all mentioned not to back up while in overdrive. What if you  
accidently flip the overdrive switch while idling in your garage?

Thanks

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 22, 2008, at 7:00 AM, caws52803 at aol.com wrote:

> Does anyone know where I can get some coasters made?? A long time  
> ago I purchased 6 leather 3" coasters with the AHCA design burnt in  
> and would love to have them done for?my local club.? Anyone remember  
> or have a source?
> Thanks,
> Rudy in NC?
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Paul Negus <Paul.Negus at ipl.com>
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Sent: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 8:10 am
> Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters
>
>
>
> Hi
>
> My wife very kindly bought me a set of these marble coasters when in
> Windsor (England) last week:
>
>
> http://www.essentiallysoap.co.uk/shop_product.php?id=1066&cat=327
>
> They look fantastic on the coffee table!
>
> Regards
>
> Paul
>
> Longbridge BN4
>
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Tue Jul 22 09:39:24 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:39:24 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive Question
In-Reply-To: <6E013083-8B99-43F4-81A6-44B2F2AEADFA@aol.com>
References: <72481CA3A5A6474EA49CFD2CF28A5D5D03C23DDF@hektor.iplbath.com>
	<8CABA1A5DA25F18-17B8-DCF@WEBMAIL-DC04.sysops.aol.com>
	<6E013083-8B99-43F4-81A6-44B2F2AEADFA@aol.com>
Message-ID: <00a201c8ec11$1f130b00$5d392100$@com>

Hi Philip,
Not a problem because the OD should only operate in 3rd or 4th gear as a
result of the inhibitor switch on the gearbox.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Philip Rittenhouse
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 11:03 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive Question

You have all mentioned not to back up while in overdrive. What if you  
accidently flip the overdrive switch while idling in your garage?

Thanks

From rwil at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jul 22 09:59:39 2008
From: rwil at sbcglobal.net (Roland Wilhelmy)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:59:39 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] oh wow!  bring on that perfect 100S
Message-ID: <5q0c84p9ahds4dlufjglkbl61gr3fusnlc@4ax.com>

I just received the message quoted below.  I am sure that I will be
receiving the 1,000,000 UKP very soon and can begin to amass the
collection of Healeys that I always wanted.  Too bad that the rest of
you didn't receive this ;-0

-Roland

::To: <winner at uklottery.co.uk>
::Subject: Congratulations July 22 Winner
::From: Claims Office <donaldc1 at nb.sympatico.ca>
::Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 7:03:58 -0400
::
::Your ID won 1,000,000.00 GBP from the Lottery draw, contact Dr Pinkett:
pgriffin001 at btinternet.com with details below
::Name
::Address
::Phone
::Occupation
::
::Manager,
::Rose Wood

From shop at justbrits.com  Tue Jul 22 11:06:00 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:06:00 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey coasters
References: <72481CA3A5A6474EA49CFD2CF28A5D5D03C23DDF@hektor.iplbath.com>
	<8CABA1A5DA25F18-17B8-DCF@WEBMAIL-DC04.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <013901c8ec1d$37c25af0$6501a8c0@shop>

<<A long time ago I purchased 6 leather 3" coasters with the AHCA design burnt in and would love to have them done for?my local club.? Anyone remember or have a source?
>>

Rudi, I remember them<G>!!  IIRC, Midwest had a lady that did them and the lazer cut plaques for variuos National Awards (I have 2<VBG>)!!

Try Edie??

Ed

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Tue Jul 22 10:21:27 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:21:27 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive Question
In-Reply-To: <00a201c8ec11$1f130b00$5d392100$@com>
Message-ID: <20080722162112.E0CC51878D8@autox.team.net>

The vehicle must be in motion before any damage could be done....

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Michael Salter
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 9:39 AM
To: 'Philip Rittenhouse'; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Overdrive Question

Hi Philip,
Not a problem because the OD should only operate in 3rd or 4th gear as a
result of the inhibitor switch on the gearbox.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Philip Rittenhouse
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 11:03 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive Question

You have all mentioned not to back up while in overdrive. What if you  
accidently flip the overdrive switch while idling in your garage?

Thanks
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Tue Jul 22 10:21:53 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:21:53 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] time to paint
In-Reply-To: <F93BDEEDF0EF4314A7140BA1357D110F@HANKS>
References: <5caeedb50807212208q3d797448j4139bcbe91fa1a86@mail.gmail.com>
	<F93BDEEDF0EF4314A7140BA1357D110F@HANKS>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807220921k6a615136q83de7433132c8125@mail.gmail.com>

bingo! just what I needed to know.
Charles is coming to see my car this week.
tnx
ron

On Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 8:15 AM, hcdodson <hcdodson at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
>
> Ron,
>
> Steve Tanner, Kurt's father does the metal work on the cars and Kurt's brother Charles does the finish sanding and prep work  getting the cars ready for paint. Uptown Auto Craft in Upland does the finish paint job.
>
> I had Steve do the metal repair on my BN7 and Uptown did the paint.
>
> Hank Dodson
> 1962 BN7

From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Tue Jul 22 10:59:12 2008
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Leonard  Hartnett)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:59:12 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] oh wow!  bring on that perfect 100S
In-Reply-To: <5q0c84p9ahds4dlufjglkbl61gr3fusnlc@4ax.com>
References: <5q0c84p9ahds4dlufjglkbl61gr3fusnlc@4ax.com>
Message-ID: <A0EA1B52E48141B9B1E16326B4159EDA@LeonardPC>

Roland:  Only $1,000,000?  Pocket change.  I'm waiting for the $16,000,000 
from the nice widow in Nigeria to be wire transferred to my account.  ;-).

Oh!  Wait.  I 'accidently' did a permanent delete on that one.  Clumsy me!

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Roland Wilhelmy" <rwil at sbcglobal.net>
To: "'Austin Healey list'" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 8:59 AM
Subject: [Healeys] oh wow! bring on that perfect 100S


>I just received the message quoted below.  I am sure that I will be
> receiving the 1,000,000 UKP very soon and can begin to amass the
> collection of Healeys that I always wanted.  Too bad that the rest of
> you didn't receive this ;-0
>
> -Roland
>
> ::To: <winner at uklottery.co.uk>
> ::Subject: Congratulations July 22 Winner
> ::From: Claims Office <donaldc1 at nb.sympatico.ca>
> ::Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 7:03:58 -0400
> ::
> ::Your ID won 1,000,000.00 GBP from the Lottery draw, contact Dr Pinkett:
> pgriffin001 at btinternet.com with details below
> ::Name
> ::Address
> ::Phone
> ::Occupation
> ::
> ::Manager,
> ::Rose Wood
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From 57healey at gmail.com  Tue Jul 22 11:19:14 2008
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:19:14 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] oh wow! bring on that perfect 100S
In-Reply-To: <A0EA1B52E48141B9B1E16326B4159EDA@LeonardPC>
References: <5q0c84p9ahds4dlufjglkbl61gr3fusnlc@4ax.com>
	<A0EA1B52E48141B9B1E16326B4159EDA@LeonardPC>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0807221019h6701c694pd0acab61c3aa1d62@mail.gmail.com>

Fo a very small commission I will gladly forward many such opportunities.
Patton

On Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 11:59 AM, Leonard  Hartnett
<thehartnetts at earthlink.net> wrote:
> Roland:  Only $1,000,000?  Pocket change.  I'm waiting for the $16,000,000
> from the nice widow in Nigeria to be wire transferred to my account.  ;-).
>
> Oh!  Wait.  I 'accidently' did a permanent delete on that one.  Clumsy me!
>
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville,  California,  USA
> 1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Roland Wilhelmy" <rwil at sbcglobal.net>
> To: "'Austin Healey list'" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 8:59 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] oh wow! bring on that perfect 100S
>
>
>>I just received the message quoted below.  I am sure that I will be
>> receiving the 1,000,000 UKP very soon and can begin to amass the
>> collection of Healeys that I always wanted.  Too bad that the rest of
>> you didn't receive this ;-0
>>
>> -Roland
>>
>> ::To: <winner at uklottery.co.uk>
>> ::Subject: Congratulations July 22 Winner
>> ::From: Claims Office <donaldc1 at nb.sympatico.ca>
>> ::Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 7:03:58 -0400
>> ::
>> ::Your ID won 1,000,000.00 GBP from the Lottery draw, contact Dr Pinkett:
>> pgriffin001 at btinternet.com with details below
>> ::Name
>> ::Address
>> ::Phone
>> ::Occupation
>> ::
>> ::Manager,
>> ::Rose Wood
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
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-- 
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1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From philritten at aol.com  Tue Jul 22 12:38:02 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:38:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive Question
In-Reply-To: <200807221221.58a4886090c251@rly-df11.mx.aol.com>
Message-ID: <8CABA4134C2A40F-B30-D9A@webmail-nh15.sysops.aol.com>

Thanks guys, you had me worried with all of that talk of disaster.

Phil


-----Original Message-----
From: Dave Porter <frogeye at porterscustom.com>
To: 'Michael Salter' <msalter at precisionsportscar.com>; 'Philip Rittenhouse' <philritten at aol.com>; healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 9:21 am
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Overdrive Question



The vehicle must be in motion before any damage could be done....

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Michael Salter
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 9:39 AM
To: 'Philip Rittenhouse'; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Overdrive Question

Hi Philip,
Not a problem because the OD should only operate in 3rd or 4th gear as a
result of the inhibitor switch on the gearbox.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+msalter=precisionsportscar.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Philip Rittenhouse
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 11:03 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrive Question

You have all mentioned not to back up while in overdrive. What if you  
accidently flip the overdrive switch while idling in your garage?

Thanks
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From Editorgary at aol.com  Tue Jul 22 13:14:42 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:14:42 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrives
Message-ID: <c25.3eb0410b.35b78ba2@aol.com>

>From philritten
You have all mentioned not to back up while in overdrive. What if you 
accidently flip the overdrive switch while idling in your garage?

As everyone has noted, with the system operating properly, there is a switch
near the base of the gearshift on the transmission that breaks the overdrive
circuit when the gear shift lever is moved oer into the first/second slot,
effectively preventing the overdrive from operating in either of those two
gears
or reverse (which is, of course, beyond the 1/2 slot).
HOWEVER,
Should the overdrive be engaged with the vehicle moving forward, it is
possible to get the car into reverse and start the car moving in reverse
before the
overdrive gears have had a chance to disengage. Then, if you immediately start
to move forward again at high speed, you can cause the overdrive gears to
break with a very loud boom.
If this set of circumstances seems unusual in the extreme, ask me how I know
for sure that it can occur.
Moral of the story: Try to remember to shift the car out of overdrive when
slowing down, such as when you're coming off the highway by mistake on an exit
that goes directly into a parking lot. Then try to remember not to rush your
shifts into and out of reverse when you try to get back out of the parking lot
and on to the highway to catch up to the rest of your group.
(the good news out of this story was that I was able to replace my grenaded
1960 overdrive with a 1957 overdrive which gives me a better cruising speed on
the highway.)
Cheers
Gary


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From ronfineesq at earthlink.net  Tue Jul 22 15:39:25 2008
From: ronfineesq at earthlink.net (Ronald A. Fine)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:39:25 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrives
Message-ID: <33189170.1216762765711.JavaMail.root@mswamui-chipeau.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

Is there any way to determine if the overdrive has disengaged?  My situation is that when I broke a fan blade on the way to Conclave I was traveling about 75 mph with overdrive engaged.  I immediately shut down the engine, put it in neutral to coast to the side of the freeway and then flipped the overdrive dash switch off.  Is there any way I can check to see if the overdrive has actually disengaged?? I haven't driven the car since but I have repaired the damage and I am ready to back it out of my garage.

Ron Fine
61BN7

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Jul 22 16:00:02 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:00:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrives
References: <33189170.1216762765711.JavaMail.root@mswamui-chipeau.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <08db01c8ec46$4b22d920$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Ron,

If it's engaged, you should hear the solenoid snap on when you turn the 
ignition switch on, and click off the you turn the ignition switch off.

Rich Chrysler
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ronald A. Fine" <ronfineesq at earthlink.net>
To: <Editorgary at aol.com>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 5:39 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Overdrives


> Is there any way to determine if the overdrive has disengaged?  My 
> situation is that when I broke a fan blade on the way to Conclave I was 
> traveling about 75 mph with overdrive engaged.  I immediately shut down 
> the engine, put it in neutral to coast to the side of the freeway and then 
> flipped the overdrive dash switch off.  Is there any way I can check to 
> see if the overdrive has actually disengaged?? I haven't driven the car 
> since but I have repaired the damage and I am ready to back it out of my 
> garage.
>
> Ron Fine
> 61BN7
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From philritten at aol.com  Tue Jul 22 16:22:36 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:22:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Wheel Cylinders
Message-ID: <8CABA6093C88EEF-B30-17FF@webmail-nh15.sysops.aol.com>

I'm replacing the wheel cylinders on my '58 BN4 if anyone would like them for the cost of postage.

Thanks,
Phil

From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Tue Jul 22 16:28:33 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:28:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrives
References: <33189170.1216762765711.JavaMail.root@mswamui-chipeau.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
	<08db01c8ec46$4b22d920$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <007201c8ec4a$48a3f9a0$6c35480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

How about (ignition switch on -- trans in neutral), moving the shift lever 
from
side to side listening for the microswitch to click, if it clicks OD is 
engaged,
if no click, well.... you guessed it.

Kirk
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rich C" <richchrysler at quickclic.net>
To: "Ronald A. Fine" <ronfineesq at earthlink.net>; <Editorgary at aol.com>; 
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 3:00 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Overdrives


> Ron,
>
> If it's engaged, you should hear the solenoid snap on when you turn the
> ignition switch on, and click off the you turn the ignition switch off.
>
> Rich Chrysler
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Ronald A. Fine" <ronfineesq at earthlink.net>
> To: <Editorgary at aol.com>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 5:39 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Overdrives
>
>
>> Is there any way to determine if the overdrive has disengaged?  My
>> situation is that when I broke a fan blade on the way to Conclave I was
>> traveling about 75 mph with overdrive engaged.  I immediately shut down
>> the engine, put it in neutral to coast to the side of the freeway and 
>> then
>> flipped the overdrive dash switch off.  Is there any way I can check to
>> see if the overdrive has actually disengaged?? I haven't driven the car
>> since but I have repaired the damage and I am ready to back it out of my
>> garage.
>>
>> Ron Fine
>> 61BN7
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From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 22 16:55:19 2008
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:55:19 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] UK Sprite MkI Database
Message-ID: <877393.71662.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hi All;  Gary Lazarus, in the !Nostalgia Forum" on the !Atlas 1 Bulletin
Board", announced on July 21st that he is in the process of building a
database of as many UK registered Mk1 Sprites (frogeyes in the UK) as
possible.  His request for help and discussion can be found at : 
http://forums.autosport.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=102792
--Scott Morris;  Simcoe, Ontario, Canada;  "60 3000 MkI BN7 & "62 3000 MkII
BT7

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From hartfiel at alumni.princeton.edu  Tue Jul 22 18:14:55 2008
From: hartfiel at alumni.princeton.edu (Michael Hartfield)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:14:55 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] OD Dash Switch Inop
Message-ID: <C4ABC60F.5654%hartfiel@alumni.princeton.edu>

I was testing my OD relay on my BJ8 with a multimeter -- pursuant to all the
information bouncing around the list -- and decided it was working as it was
intended, however, the wires to and from the relay were hot.

Now, the OD still kicks in in third and fourth, but the dashboard switch
will not turn it off or on.

Where do I go from here?

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Tue Jul 22 18:46:31 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:46:31 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Overdrives
In-Reply-To: <33189170.1216762765711.JavaMail.root@mswamui-chipeau.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <20080723004618.ED7A5187874@autox.team.net>

Ron,
 If the O/D was "stuck" on the car would not roll backwards. If you can push
it even a few inches it is not engaged.
Dave

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
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505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Ronald A. Fine
Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 3:39 PM
To: Editorgary at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Overdrives

Is there any way to determine if the overdrive has disengaged?  My situation
is that when I broke a fan blade on the way to Conclave I was traveling
about 75 mph with overdrive engaged.  I immediately shut down the engine,
put it in neutral to coast to the side of the freeway and then flipped the
overdrive dash switch off.  Is there any way I can check to see if the
overdrive has actually disengaged?? I haven't driven the car since but I
have repaired the damage and I am ready to back it out of my garage.

Ron Fine
61BN7
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From schauss at worldnet.att.net  Tue Jul 22 19:52:37 2008
From: schauss at worldnet.att.net (Peter Schauss)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:52:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
In-Reply-To: <704E0102-0483-4E94-9B53-EF7C7235EE2D@cgocable.ca>
Message-ID: <20080723015214.48BD8187647@autox.team.net>

I have heard two reasons:

-  Depressing the clutch pushes forward against the crankshaft, putting an
extra load on the thrust washers at a time when there is no oil pressure to
lubricate them.

-  The graphite throwout bearing adds friction to the whole system and puts
slightly more load on the starter.

I would add one more reason of my own:

-  If you want to maximize the life of your throwout bearing you should
avoid having the clutch depressed when it is not necessary.

HTH,
Peter Schauss 

> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of gilbert gauthier
> Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 10:44 PM
> To: Rich C
> Cc: HEALEY MAIL
> Subject: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
> 
> Hi Rich,
> 
>          This afternoon i was talking with one of the old timer
> member  fom our healey club concerning the procedure that i use when
> starting my healey. i was saying to him that I don't touch the clutch
> and put the car in neutral to start it. He allready told me that it
> was the no good way because it make the starter to work harder. I
> told him that i saw somewhere in the Healey list that the way to go
> with healey was not touching the clutch. With my VW 08 in cold
> condition i depress the clutch for sure and i had always did with all
> my manual cars.   Then i looked at the mail archive i found something
> that you wrote in april 2006 in respond to someone concerning problem
> in cold start.
> 
> 
>         If it not too much to ask why is it different with healey
> clutch and regular manual car.
> 
> 
> Thank
> 
> gilbert
> 
> BT7 (61
> 
> 
> 
> ((((   (((((::::Hard to start when cold:::::
> 
> Gentlemen,
> 
> Both of you (Dick and David) noted that you put the clutch all the
> way in
> while cranking. Don't do that.
> 
> Make sure the gear lever is in neutral and crank the engine without
> touching
> the clutch. Depressing the clutch only puts more load on the crankshaft
> thrust washers and slows the cranking speed.
> 
> Rich Chrysler
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Tue Jul 22 20:23:47 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:23:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Protecting Gerry's signature.
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807200344v21765edxe75cf6b54b2a0517@mail.gmail.com>
References: <959895.24519.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>	
	<000401c8ea11$11fcc160$0201a8c0@JIM>
	<ff59076c0807200344v21765edxe75cf6b54b2a0517@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <48869633.3040804@pacbell.net>

Thanks to the MANY answers I received both on and off List.  They are 
all filed away.

And the winner is:  Eric Grunden of Absolutely British.  He suggested a 
piece of Plexiglas with either thin strips of painted steel or 
refrigerator magnet mat glued around the edges.  That being held by 
strong magnets behind the aluminum facia.  I like that because it 
doesn't damage or put holes in the facia.  If that doesn't work, I'll 
decide what plan B is.

And thanks to John and Ed for the temporary web space!

Bill


Alan Seigrist wrote:
> Better than that why don't you get a nice piece of clear cling plastic
> (like the stuff covering the front of a new mobile phone or screen
> guard for an iPhone) and just slap that on.  Actually - even better
> have someone apply the Clear Bra to your dash.
>
> Alan
>
> - Original message -
> <Cut a nice neat oval of acrylic>
>
> On 7/20/08, James Lea <clocks at midcoast.com> wrote:
>   
>> Cut a nice neat oval of acrylic and fasten it with two chrome screws. It's
>> certainly worth to the value of the car than the harm the screws will do.
>> You could even sandblast a rim around the oval to make it look more like a
>> frame. Cheers, JL
>>
>> James Lea
>> PO Box 25
>> Rockport Maine 04856
>> 1-207-236-3632
>>
>> 1951 Triumph Renown
>> 1952 MG TD
>> 1952 Triumph Mayflower
>> 1958 Rover P4
>> 1962 Austin Healey BT7
>> 1980 Commuta-car Electric

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Wed Jul 23 00:01:52 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:01:52 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: Clutch Use
Message-ID: <1216792912.4886c950b03b9@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

My elders trained me to depress the clutch prior to engaging the starter
and I understand the reason for this was based on very old and heavy
gearsets submerged in cold, heavy grade and thick oil being the standard
of the day. This imposed a high load on the starter and battery demand
in an age where both were of less output than todays units. Additionally
the engines themselves were bigger, heavier and with greater friction.
Therefore by depressing the clutch the gearbox drag/load was removed
from the starter system. In more modern motors and cars it is not the
problem it was. 

Joe
   My  elders  trained  me  to  depress  the clutch prior to engaging the
   starter and I understand the reason for this was based on very old and
   heavy  gearsets submerged in cold, heavy grade and thick oil being the
   standard  of  the  day.  This  imposed  a high load on the starter and
   battery  demand  in  an age where both were of less output than todays
   units.  Additionally  the engines them selves were bigger, heavier and
   with  greater friction. Therefore by depressing the clutch the gearbox
   drag/load  was  removed from the starter system. In more modern motors
   and cars it is not the problem it was.

   Joe

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From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Wed Jul 23 00:05:30 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:05:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] time to paint
In-Reply-To: <8CABA45CB6E7782-B30-F2D@webmail-nh15.sysops.aol.com>
References: <5caeedb50807212208q3d797448j4139bcbe91fa1a86@mail.gmail.com>
	<F93BDEEDF0EF4314A7140BA1357D110F@HANKS>
	<5caeedb50807220921k6a615136q83de7433132c8125@mail.gmail.com>
	<8CABA45CB6E7782-B30-F2D@webmail-nh15.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807222305h646d2684ya755c3f78e4f99c3@mail.gmail.com>

Phil:
at one time my hot rod shop (hot rods & hobbies) quoted $10 to $13 to
respray same color. i will get a new quote and post it in the next 30
days. they are in long beach. the painted my E type FHC same color
black for around $13,000 witrh about $2000 body work. about 2 years
ago. they did it in 30 days. I am also in the process of getting a
paint quote for my 1954 Nash Healey for this winter.
i will let you know
ron r

On Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 12:10 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:
>
> Ron, I live in Thousand Oaks and have also been trying to find a good painter. I'm also trying to quantify what is a reasonable amount to pay (as I feel you can easily get
> taken advantage of if you don't know better). I've been told to expect $20-25k for a good paint job. Does that sound right? Just curious what you think you are looking at for
> the Tanners doing your body work and paint (which I'm guessing is at the top end).
>
> Thanks much,
>
> Phil Rittenhouse
> '58 BN4
> '61 BT7
>
>
> -----

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Wed Jul 23 00:08:17 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:08:17 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] time to paint
In-Reply-To: <027201c8ec56$37998650$6401a8c0@OfficeDell>
References: <5caeedb50807212208q3d797448j4139bcbe91fa1a86@mail.gmail.com>
	<F93BDEEDF0EF4314A7140BA1357D110F@HANKS>
	<5caeedb50807220921k6a615136q83de7433132c8125@mail.gmail.com>
	<027201c8ec56$37998650$6401a8c0@OfficeDell>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807222308v2b84dd7r19c269ca9377880e@mail.gmail.com>

hey ron ! how you be.
my BJ8 has no dents and only a couple of small rust spots. none in the
usual places. i am looking for an over the to quality. i want to paint
and re upholster the already very good driver to sell it at Goodings
in January.
ron rader

On Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 4:54 PM, Ron Davies <rdavies1 at cox.net> wrote:
> Ron,
> Plz let me know what they charge you.
> I had one estimate two years ago of $22,000.
> No real dents, only had one respray in 71. No rust. (original CA car)
> They said the cost is the labor in taking the car apart, engine out, etc.
> Ron Davies
> 67 BJ8
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+rdavies1=cox.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+rdavies1=cox.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of F.
> Ronald Rader
> Sent: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 9:22 AM
> To: Healey List
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] time to paint
>
> bingo! just what I needed to know.
> Charles is coming to see my car this week.
> tnx
> ron
>
> On Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 8:15 AM, hcdodson <hcdodson at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
>>
>> Ron,
>>
>> Steve Tanner, Kurt's father does the metal work on the cars and Kurt's
> brother Charles does the finish sanding and prep work  getting the cars
> ready for paint. Uptown Auto Craft in Upland does the finish paint job.
>>
>> I had Steve do the metal repair on my BN7 and Uptown did the paint.
>>
>> Hank Dodson
>> 1962 BN7
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From rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net  Wed Jul 23 09:44:48 2008
From: rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net (rfeibusch1 at earthlink.net)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:44:48 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Healeys] 2008 VENTURA BRITISH CAR SHOW - July 27th - Oxnard, CA
Message-ID: <17362784.1216827889020.JavaMail.root@mswamui-swiss.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

The Central Coast British Car Club Presents:

THE EIGHTEENTH ANNUAL VENTURA COUNTY BRITISH CAR SHOW

Channel Islands Harbour   *  July 27th, 2008

Join us for a great afternoon at our wonderful waterfront location at the
Channel
Islands Harbour. This year we are honoring the Austin Healey marque, featuring
the
50th anniversary of the Bugeye Sprite.

There will be food, entertainment, vendors, and a swap meet and some of the
finest
British Cars in Southern California.

Oxnard is but a short and lovely drive up the coast from Los Angeles b Come
to Oxnard, enjoy the show, enjoy the ride, be back by supper b SEE YOU
THERE!!!

Website:

www.centralcoastbritishcarclub.com

INFORMATION:
Gary Rice     (805) 644-3290  <gary.rice at worldnet.att.net)
Dave Wellwood (805) 469-7842  <dswellwood at hotmail.com>
Bill Guzman   (805) 484-1528  <BG.GTV6 at verizon.net>

From healeybn7 at yahoo.com  Wed Jul 23 10:32:57 2008
From: healeybn7 at yahoo.com (Dean Caccavo)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:32:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys Digest, Vol 2, Issue 467
In-Reply-To: <mailman.19785.1216793279.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <965133.69177.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Phil,

I also live nearby.  Recommend that you post your question to the SoCal British Motoring site at www.socalbritishmotoring.com.

There is a discussion about local paint vendors and I am sure the folks posting would be happy to meet to show you the quality of the finished product.

http://www.socalbritishmotoring.com/viewtopic.php?t=399

Hope to see you around,

Dean (BN7)

> On Tue, Jul 22, 2008 at 12:10 PM,
> <philritten at aol.com> wrote:
> >
> > Ron, I live in Thousand Oaks and have also been trying
> to find a good painter....
> >
> > Thanks much,
> >
> > Phil Rittenhouse
> > '58 BN4
> > '61 BT7

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Wed Jul 23 11:45:29 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:45:29 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
In-Reply-To: <704E0102-0483-4E94-9B53-EF7C7235EE2D@cgocable.ca>
References: <704E0102-0483-4E94-9B53-EF7C7235EE2D@cgocable.ca>
Message-ID: <BLU117-W1569BB27E57C1256B8B78DBF840@phx.gbl>

Maybe it is different from others' experiences but I start my BN7 with the car
in neutral and no clutch pushed in;  With the clutch pushed in, I can
definitely sense a slight load on the engine, even in neutral.
Richard of KY
60 BN7
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From mlempert at bellsouth.net  Wed Jul 23 14:41:54 2008
From: mlempert at bellsouth.net (M Lempert)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:41:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
References: <mailman.19785.1216793279.1200.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <2abd01c8ed04$8bc477e0$6001a8c0@DadsPC>

I agree with Peter and have heard the same about the throwout bearings.  I 
too was taught to depress the clutch before cranking, but this was before 
owning a British car. In fact, my old Supra required the clutch to be 
depressed before it would engage the starter.  It was my mechanic some years 
back that told me to always start these cars in neutral - clutch out. My 
first Healey was notorious for slow cranking and I found a dramatic 
difference when I stopped depressing the clutch - it would start much 
quicker with a stronger crank.  Even more of a problem was my E-Type, which 
at one time would hardly crank at all unless in neutral, clutch out. 
Mechanic also advised to go to neutral with clutch out when sitting for any 
period at traffic lights, etc.  He said the throwout bearings were too soft 
and would wear quickly otherwise.  I was at a Moss show up in NJ years back 
when a guy in a Healey next to me was having trouble due to a slow crank. I 
asked him if he had the clutch in and he responded "yes". I told him to let 
it out in neutral and try. It started right up. I could tell he was puzzled 
why.

Mike L.

>From: "Peter Schauss" <schauss at worldnet.att.net>
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
>I have heard two reasons:
>
>-  Depressing the clutch pushes forward against the crankshaft, putting an
>extra load on the thrust washers at a time when there is no oil pressure to
>lubricate them.
>
>-  The graphite throwout bearing adds friction to the whole system and puts
>slightly more load on the starter.
>
>I would add one more reason of my own:
>
>-  If you want to maximize the life of your throwout bearing you should
>avoid having the clutch depressed when it is not necessary.
>
>HTH,
>Peter Schauss 

From ourxke at hotmail.com  Wed Jul 23 15:02:50 2008
From: ourxke at hotmail.com (Ken Wignall)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:02:50 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] PEDC 11th ANNUAL ALL BRITISH CAR SHOW-July 27th- Lakewood,
 New  Jersey
Message-ID: <BAY118-W404D46BF4A70A4245D19EBD1840@phx.gbl>

The Positive Earth Drivers Club Presents:

The 11th ANNUAL ALL BRITISH CAR SHOW

Georgian Court University, Lakewood NJ,  Sunday, July 27th

The show is open to all vintage British cars but the featured marque
for this year's event is the

                          AUSTIN HEALEY

There will be a special award this year for the

                      "Best Austin Healey in Show"

to honor the top car in the category.

Visitors are welcome at no charge; Registration for participants is
between 9 and 11 am and it is $18 per car. Judging (by participant's
choice) is from 11 am- 1 pm. A great selection of door prizes include
tickets for the US Open tennis, Broadway shows and New Brunswick
State Theatre, rare and unusual British car parts & accessories, restaurant
and retail gift certificates, jewelry and other items of interest.
Trophies and awards for the Car Classes begin at 2 pm. There are 1st,
2nd and 3rd place awards in over 15 classes by make and model.

In case of inclement weather, the following Sunday, August 3rd is the
rain date with the same location, hours and categories.

PEDC was established in 1986 to promote the heritage of Brith automobiles
and encourage the enjoyment of collecting, restoring and driving British
automobiles through both automotive and social activities. The club's
motto is "it's not just a club, it's an attitude".

CONTACT: PEDC SHOW CHAIRMAN JOHN KAY 908-359-6770



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From dwhite4949 at wowway.com  Wed Jul 23 16:40:48 2008
From: dwhite4949 at wowway.com (Daniel and Diane White)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:40:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
In-Reply-To: <BLU117-W1569BB27E57C1256B8B78DBF840@phx.gbl>
References: <704E0102-0483-4E94-9B53-EF7C7235EE2D@cgocable.ca>
	<BLU117-W1569BB27E57C1256B8B78DBF840@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4887B370.7070709@wowway.com>

Since following this particular topic I tried starting the Healey today 
in neutral without depressing the clutch (I have always depressed the 
clutch in the past).  The engine turned over a lot easier.  I am now a 
non-depressed convert.
Dan
1962 BN7 Mk II

From britcrs at gmail.com  Wed Jul 23 17:27:11 2008
From: britcrs at gmail.com (Marvin James)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:27:11 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Wiring Questions
Message-ID: <cd33dd3a0807231627h631b0de4l3cf45f8e290ae6af@mail.gmail.com>

This week I should get my BN1 chassis back from the body/paint shop and
start re-assembly. Yee-ha! This was someone else's abandoned project and
came with a lot of work done and some new parts. Most of the work I have
redone or undone. It had a new wiring harness installed (I removed it) and a
BN2 gearbox. I would like to go with the BN2 single O/D relay setup. So,
here's my question(s):

Should I go with a BN1 or a BN2 wiring harness? I am willing to sacrifice
(eBay) the new harness that came with the car which I assume is a BN1. Any
easy way to tell what it is? I assume I need a BN2 O/D harness, I have a new
BN1 Harness. Any other known problems I will encounter?

Marv J

From ynotink at msn.com  Wed Jul 23 17:43:56 2008
From: ynotink at msn.com (WILLIAM B LAWRENCE)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 23:43:56 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Wiring Questions
In-Reply-To: <cd33dd3a0807231627h631b0de4l3cf45f8e290ae6af@mail.gmail.com>
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It's been a while, but I think the only difference is the OD harness.

Bill Lawrence
BN1#554


>From: "Marvin James" <britcrs at gmail.com>
>To: Healeys at autox.team.net
>Subject: [Healeys] Wiring Questions
>Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:27:11 -0700
>
>This week I should get my BN1 chassis back from the body/paint shop and
>start re-assembly. Yee-ha! This was someone else's abandoned project and
>came with a lot of work done and some new parts. Most of the work I have
>redone or undone. It had a new wiring harness installed (I removed it) and 
>a
>BN2 gearbox. I would like to go with the BN2 single O/D relay setup. So,
>here's my question(s):
>
>Should I go with a BN1 or a BN2 wiring harness? I am willing to sacrifice
>(eBay) the new harness that came with the car which I assume is a BN1. Any
>easy way to tell what it is? I assume I need a BN2 O/D harness, I have a 
>new
>BN1 Harness. Any other known problems I will encounter?
>
>Marv J
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From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul 23 17:57:43 2008
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:57:43 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Wiring Questions
In-Reply-To: <cd33dd3a0807231627h631b0de4l3cf45f8e290ae6af@mail.gmail.com>
References: <cd33dd3a0807231627h631b0de4l3cf45f8e290ae6af@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <FDE257E8-96B7-40D3-BE24-5F2B6B21D2CE@sbcglobal.net>

You can install a BN2 harness then you will need to install the relay  
on the firewall under the hood.
There may be a few other minor little differences but there should  
not be any that is a problem.

Have fun the next steps are the most fun you will have in any  
restoration,  other that when the engine starts for the first time or  
the first road test.
It don't matter how many you do these are always the best steps in  
the restoration.




David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Jul 23, 2008, at 4:27 PM, Marvin James wrote:

> This week I should get my BN1 chassis back from the body/paint shop  
> and
> start re-assembly. Yee-ha! This was someone else's abandoned  
> project and
> came with a lot of work done and some new parts. Most of the work I  
> have
> redone or undone. It had a new wiring harness installed (I removed  
> it) and a
> BN2 gearbox. I would like to go with the BN2 single O/D relay  
> setup. So,
> here's my question(s):
>
> Should I go with a BN1 or a BN2 wiring harness? I am willing to  
> sacrifice
> (eBay) the new harness that came with the car which I assume is a  
> BN1. Any
> easy way to tell what it is? I assume I need a BN2 O/D harness, I  
> have a new
> BN1 Harness. Any other known problems I will encounter?
>
> Marv J
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From comkanuk at cgocable.ca  Wed Jul 23 18:13:44 2008
From: comkanuk at cgocable.ca (gilbert gauthier)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:13:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
In-Reply-To: <092401c8ec65$b936af80$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <704E0102-0483-4E94-9B53-EF7C7235EE2D@cgocable.ca>
	<092401c8ec65$b936af80$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <93B4E411-1803-48AD-918E-9F6DA2F91F57@cgocable.ca>

Thank to all of you for these explanations ,

     Thank again Rich.

Now i think.......  i will be able to have  a good discussion with my
old timer Healey friend .


Cheers

Gilbert


Le 08-07-22 ` 21:44, Rich C a icrit :

> Gilbert,
>
> As I stated below, pushing the cluch pedal down exerts pressure on
> the release bearing which in turn presses on the end of the
> flywheel and therefore the crankshaft. This exerts a forward thrust
> on the crankshaft and loads the crank journal thrust washers,
> slowing the turning of the crankshaft. This also happens when the
> engine is running at idle and you depress the clutch. Notice how
> the engine RPM's slow somewhat.
>
> Most engines today have the driver depress the clutch as a safety
> measure so if the transmission is in gear it will not jump ahead
> while operating the starter.
>
> Rich
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "gilbert gauthier"
> <comkanuk at cgocable.ca>
> To: "Rich C" <richchrysler at quickclic.net>
> Cc: "HEALEY MAIL" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 10:44 PM
> Subject: Why Don't depress the clutch ?
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Rich,
>
>         This afternoon i was talking with one of the old timer
> member  fom our healey club concerning the procedure that i use when
> starting my healey. i was saying to him that I don't touch the clutch
> and put the car in neutral to start it. He allready told me that it
> was the no good way because it make the starter to work harder. I
> told him that i saw somewhere in the Healey list that the way to go
> with healey was not touching the clutch. With my VW 08 in cold
> condition i depress the clutch for sure and i had always did with all
> my manual cars.   Then i looked at the mail archive i found something
> that you wrote in april 2006 in respond to someone concerning problem
> in cold start.
>
>
>        If it not too much to ask why is it different with healey
> clutch and regular manual car.
>
>
> Thank
>
> gilbert
>
> BT7 (61
>
>
>
> ((((   (((((::::Hard to start when cold:::::
>
> Gentlemen,
>
> Both of you (Dick and David) noted that you put the clutch all the
> way in
> while cranking. Don't do that.
>
> Make sure the gear lever is in neutral and crank the engine without
> touching
> the clutch. Depressing the clutch only puts more load on the
> crankshaft
> thrust washers and slows the cranking speed.
>
> Rich Chrysler
>
>


Gilbert
BT7 -BN7-BN4

From banjojohn at cox.net  Wed Jul 23 20:13:33 2008
From: banjojohn at cox.net (John O'Brien)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:13:33 -0500 (Central Daylight Time)
Subject: [Healeys] Audiovox Cruise control wiring
Message-ID: <4887E54D.000003.04944@TOSHIBA-USER>

Hi Listers:
I still have my Audiovox Cruise control in the box waiting for me to install
it, which I might finally get around to this week.  I read a post on the
spridget list by Glen Byrns that he installed his in a sprite and did not
use the magnet sensor - only used the signal from the coil.  Here is part of
his post:
 
  I had some trouble getting the new cruise control to hold speed above
50mph,
So I searched the web for answers.
If you have one of these and its working great, ignore this.  This refers
only
To an Audiovox CCS100 cruise control in a Spridget.
Set the PPM for 8000, set it for ECM, high sensitivity and don't bother with
The magnet sensor or VSS wire.  Run it "tach only".
Without the magnet, its gets all it needs to know from the coil.  You can
just
Cut off the fat gray wire.

Now, after ignoring all the settings in the manual and setting it as above,
It works perfectly.  One touch of the button and I'm at 70mph all day.  Push
In the clutch and it disengages, touch the brake and it shuts off.  Missouri
Here I come!!

Has anyone done their Big Healey installation like this?  I would like to
avoid installing the magnet and sensor if possible, especially if it can
work as well as Glen claims his does.  If so, can you share your settings if
they are different than what Glen used.
Thanks for any input.
John O'Brien
'61 Bugeye
'65 BJ8

From shop at justbrits.com  Wed Jul 23 21:27:22 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:27:22 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Audiovox Cruise control wiring
In-Reply-To: <4887E54D.000003.04944@TOSHIBA-USER>
References: <4887E54D.000003.04944@TOSHIBA-USER>
Message-ID: <4887F69A.4040206@justbrits.com>

   All  i can tell you John, IS that I met Glen at the Lake of The Ozarks
   Event and he only had HI praise for it AND his fuel mileage<G>!!!
   Good Luck !!
   Ed

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Wed Jul 23 20:59:18 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:59:18 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?clutch?=
Message-ID: <20080724025918.1089.qmail@server278.com>

for some reason it seems to make no difference with the bj8 whether i depress the clutch or not, but with the bn6 it is very noticeable.  when idling the bn6, depessing the clutch drops the rpm 100plus.    healeymanjim

From hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk  Wed Jul 23 23:01:02 2008
From: hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk (mike brooks)
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 22:01:02 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
Message-ID: <997449.27291.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

I am by no means an expert on overdrives. However, I thought the hydraulic
pressure required to engage the overdrive was created by a pump driven by the
main propshaft, and that at road speeds below about 30 mph there is
insufficient pressure to engage the overdrive. That is certainly the case with
the overdrive in my Triumph based home build Lotus Seven replica. So even if
for some reason the gearbox switch is still providing 12 volts to the
solenoid, at low road speeds there would be no possibility of being in
overdrive and reverse. My 100 has the throttle switched bypassed, but the
gearbox switch is in circuit. If I leave the dashboard switch on, and reduce
speed, it always drops out of overdrive sometime before I come to a halt.
Comments welcome!!
Mike Brooks
'56 BN2
Aboyne
Scotland
Message: 2
Date: Tue,
22 Jul 2008 15:14:42 EDT
From: Editorgary at aol.com
Subject: Re: [Healeys]
Overdrives
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Message-ID:
<c25.3eb0410b.35b78ba2 at aol.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>From philritten
You have all mentioned not to back up while in overdrive.
What if you 
accidently flip the overdrive switch while idling in your garage?
As everyone has noted, with the system operating properly, there is a switch
near the base of the gearshift on the transmission that breaks the overdrive
circuit when the gear shift lever is moved oer into the first/second slot,
effectively preventing the overdrive from operating in either of those two
gears
or reverse (which is, of course, beyond the 1/2 slot).
HOWEVER,
Should
the overdrive be engaged with the vehicle moving forward, it is
possible to
get the car into reverse and start the car moving in reverse
before the
overdrive gears have had a chance to disengage. Then, if you immediately start
to move forward again at high speed, you can cause the overdrive gears to
break with a very loud boom.
If this set of circumstances seems unusual in the
extreme, ask me how I know
for sure that it can occur.
Moral of the story: Try
to remember to shift the car out of overdrive when
slowing down, such as when
you're coming off the highway by mistake on an exit
that goes directly into a
parking lot. Then try to remember not to rush your
shifts into and out of
reverse when you try to get back out of the parking lot
and on to the highway
to catch up to the rest of your group.
(the good news out of this story was
that I was able to replace my grenaded
1960 overdrive with a 1957 overdrive
which gives me a better cruising speed on
the highway.)
Cheers
Gary

From ah at jharper.demon.co.uk  Thu Jul 24 00:52:36 2008
From: ah at jharper.demon.co.uk (John Harper)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 07:52:36 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
In-Reply-To: <997449.27291.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <997449.27291.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <0OXa+kB0aCiIFwsf@jharper.demon.co.uk>

Mike

I don't believe that if an O/D drops out is a function of speed but more 
one of distance. The O/D pump works on the output shaft that drives the 
wheels, as you say. If you have been travelling any significant 
distance, say perhaps 100 feet then the accumulator will be fully 
charged with something like 400 psi oil pressure available.

The manual advises working the O/D valve six or seven times before 
working on the O/D. This is to relieve the pressure from the accumulator 
that might still be there after many hours and is therefore dangerous.

I suggest that if your O/D drops out around 30 mph the oil pressure has 
dropped, again as you suggest. On a correctly working unit this should 
not be the case. Either the control valve is being operated somehow or 
there is an internal leak inside the unit. The most likely cause is a 
badly seating valve but it could be leaks around the operating or 
accumulator pistons.


Regards
>I am by no means an expert on overdrives. However, I thought the hydraulic
>pressure required to engage the overdrive was created by a pump driven by the
>main propshaft, and that at road speeds below about 30 mph there is
>insufficient pressure to engage the overdrive. That is certainly the case with
>the overdrive in my Triumph based home build Lotus Seven replica. So even if
>for some reason the gearbox switch is still providing 12 volts to the
>solenoid, at low road speeds there would be no possibility of being in
>overdrive and reverse. My 100 has the throttle switched bypassed, but the
>gearbox switch is in circuit. If I leave the dashboard switch on, and reduce
>speed, it always drops out of overdrive sometime before I come to a halt.

-- 
John Harper

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 24 01:29:15 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:29:15 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] clutch
In-Reply-To: <20080724025918.1089.qmail@server278.com>
References: <20080724025918.1089.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807240029t50d0f64al90c78bc78db983b4@mail.gmail.com>

Jim -


That's because the BJ8 has a diaphragm clutch which the spring rate is about
1/3 of earlier healeys.  this means the drag on the throwout bearing and
drag on the thrust bearings in the motor for a BJ8 will be much less.

Alan

On Thu, Jul 24, 2008 at 10:59 AM, <healeymanjim at hansencc.net> wrote:

> for some reason it seems to make no difference with the bj8 whether i
> depress the clutch or not, but with the bn6 it is very noticeable.  when
> idling the bn6, depessing the clutch drops the rpm 100plus.    healeymanjim
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 24 01:39:28 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:39:28 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Audiovox Cruise control wiring
In-Reply-To: <4887E54D.000003.04944@TOSHIBA-USER>
References: <4887E54D.000003.04944@TOSHIBA-USER>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807240039u4d0a243dg52f080b635b092df@mail.gmail.com>

Just be sure not to dip in and out of OD with that set up.  The sprite
doesn't have OD so this set up is less of a risk.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Thu, Jul 24, 2008 at 10:13 AM, John O'Brien <banjojohn at cox.net> wrote:

> Hi Listers:
> I still have my Audiovox Cruise control in the box waiting for me to
> install
> it, which I might finally get around to this week.  I read a post on the
> spridget list by Glen Byrns that he installed his in a sprite and did not
> use the magnet sensor - only used the signal from the coil.  Here is part
> of
> his post:
>
>  I had some trouble getting the new cruise control to hold speed above
> 50mph,
> So I searched the web for answers.
> If you have one of these and its working great, ignore this.  This refers
> only
> To an Audiovox CCS100 cruise control in a Spridget.
> Set the PPM for 8000, set it for ECM, high sensitivity and don't bother
> with
> The magnet sensor or VSS wire.  Run it "tach only".
> Without the magnet, its gets all it needs to know from the coil.  You can
> just
> Cut off the fat gray wire.
>
> Now, after ignoring all the settings in the manual and setting it as above,
> It works perfectly.  One touch of the button and I'm at 70mph all day.
>  Push
> In the clutch and it disengages, touch the brake and it shuts off.
>  Missouri
> Here I come!!
>
> Has anyone done their Big Healey installation like this?  I would like to
> avoid installing the magnet and sensor if possible, especially if it can
> work as well as Glen claims his does.  If so, can you share your settings
> if
> they are different than what Glen used.
> Thanks for any input.
> John O'Brien
> '61 Bugeye
> '65 BJ8
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From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Thu Jul 24 02:10:04 2008
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John Rowe)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:10:04 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
In-Reply-To: <0OXa+kB0aCiIFwsf@jharper.demon.co.uk>
References: <997449.27291.qm@web34207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<0OXa+kB0aCiIFwsf@jharper.demon.co.uk>
Message-ID: <2E627C25DA844F52B8618D2117467DD3@Johnlaptop>

Mike
Is the 100 a 3 or 4 speed?.The 3 speed has a speed switch that cuts out 
below 30mph (centrifugal mounted at the rear of o/d unit. The 4 speed 
doesn't have this unit
John Rowe  Qld Australia  BN1. BT7
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Harper" <ah at jharper.demon.co.uk>
To: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 4:52 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] (no subject)


> Mike
>
> I don't believe that if an O/D drops out is a function of speed but more
> one of distance. The O/D pump works on the output shaft that drives the
> wheels, as you say. If you have been travelling any significant
> distance, say perhaps 100 feet then the accumulator will be fully
> charged with something like 400 psi oil pressure available.
>
> The manual advises working the O/D valve six or seven times before
> working on the O/D. This is to relieve the pressure from the accumulator
> that might still be there after many hours and is therefore dangerous.
>
> I suggest that if your O/D drops out around 30 mph the oil pressure has
> dropped, again as you suggest. On a correctly working unit this should
> not be the case. Either the control valve is being operated somehow or
> there is an internal leak inside the unit. The most likely cause is a
> badly seating valve but it could be leaks around the operating or
> accumulator pistons.
>
>
> Regards
>>I am by no means an expert on overdrives. However, I thought the hydraulic
>>pressure required to engage the overdrive was created by a pump driven by 
>>the
>>main propshaft, and that at road speeds below about 30 mph there is
>>insufficient pressure to engage the overdrive. That is certainly the case 
>>with
>>the overdrive in my Triumph based home build Lotus Seven replica. So even 
>>if
>>for some reason the gearbox switch is still providing 12 volts to the
>>solenoid, at low road speeds there would be no possibility of being in
>>overdrive and reverse. My 100 has the throttle switched bypassed, but the
>>gearbox switch is in circuit. If I leave the dashboard switch on, and 
>>reduce
>>speed, it always drops out of overdrive sometime before I come to a halt.
>
> -- 
> John Harper
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From hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk  Thu Jul 24 04:15:44 2008
From: hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk (mike brooks)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:15:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  Overdrive
Message-ID: <777769.37310.qm@web34202.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

It's a 4-speed. By the way the O/D on the TriumphB IS a different model - A
type rather than J type from memory. For the Triumph, the thing about
roadspeeds below 30mph is actually in the manual somewhere. So it looks like
the O/D in the Healeys is different.B  I think the hydraulic pressure in my
BN2 O/D is a little low, because it is very influenced by oil viscosity. But
it works fine with 90 gearbox oil (never drops out when I need it) so I will
leave well alone.
B 
Thanks to you both for the input
B 
Mike



-----
Original Message ----
From: John Rowe <jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au>
Subject: Re:
[Healeys] (no subject)

Mike
Is the 100 a 3 or 4 speed?.The 3 speed has a
speed switch that cuts out 
below 30mph (centrifugal mounted at the rear of
o/d unit. The 4 speed 
doesn't have this unit
John RoweB  Qld AustraliaB  BN1.
BT7
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Harper" <ah at jharper.demon.co.uk>
To: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
Cc: "Healeys"
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 4:52 PM
Subject: Re:
[Healeys] (no subject)


> Mike
>
> I don't believe that if an O/D drops out
is a function of speed but more
> one of distance. The O/D pump works on the
output shaft that drives the
> wheels, as you say. If you have been travelling
any significant
> distance, say perhaps 100 feet then the accumulator will be
fully
> charged with something like 400 psi oil pressure available..........

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Thu Jul 24 06:28:06 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 8:28:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] clutch
Message-ID: <20080724122806.MYRD13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

FWIW, I never depressed the clutch to start my BJ8.  I kinda figured this out on my own since when I did, it was much slower turning over.
> 
> From: <healeymanjim at hansencc.net>
> Date: 2008/07/23 Wed PM 10:59:18 EDT
> To: "healeys at autox.team.net" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] clutch
> 
> for some reason it seems to make no difference with the bj8 whether i depress the clutch or not, but with the bn6 it is very noticeable.  when idling the bn6, depessing the clutch drops the rpm 100plus.    healeymanjim
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 24 07:29:09 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:29:09 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Overdrive
In-Reply-To: <777769.37310.qm@web34202.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <777769.37310.qm@web34202.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807240629v449e12b1jfc6b09341ee1fedf@mail.gmail.com>

Mike -

Just to clarify the Triumphs used the same "A type" OD as the Healey, and
the Jag XK 140s and 150s.  The only reason why Triumph didn't put the
throttle switch on their cars was that Triumph was the cheapest car of the
lot and they left the switch off to cut corners and substituted that with
instructions for specified use in the manual.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Thu, Jul 24, 2008 at 6:15 PM, mike brooks <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk> wrote:

> It's a 4-speed. By the way the O/D on the TriumphB IS a different model - A
> type rather than J type from memory. For the Triumph, the thing about
> roadspeeds below 30mph is actually in the manual somewhere. So it looks
> like
> the O/D in the Healeys is different.B  I think the hydraulic pressure in my
> BN2 O/D is a little low, because it is very influenced by oil viscosity.
> But
> it works fine with 90 gearbox oil (never drops out when I need it) so I
> will
> leave well alone.
> B
> Thanks to you both for the input
> B
> Mike

From ssanders at midsouthinc.com  Thu Jul 24 07:57:09 2008
From: ssanders at midsouthinc.com (Steve Sanders)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:57:09 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Cruise Control for Big Healey
Message-ID: <001501c8ed95$2a9fe0d0$0301a8c0@SS>

All this talk about cruise control has me all fired up!  Does anyone have
installation  pictures and specific information about the AudioVox  ccs 100
unit?

Best Regards

Steve Sanders
61- BT7

From scthomton at yahoo.com  Thu Jul 24 08:14:41 2008
From: scthomton at yahoo.com (Steve Thomton)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 07:14:41 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Torque setting for manifolds
Message-ID: <17083.71932.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Can anyone help with the torque settings for the exhaust and intake
manifolds?  I'm concerned that I may have over tightened the brass nuts on the
exhaust......I can't find a spec for them in the AH shop manual.
 
Thanks,
Steve Thomton
Larkpsur, CO

From prattri at msn.com  Thu Jul 24 08:42:28 2008
From: prattri at msn.com (Richard Pratt)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:42:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Rubber Parts
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP131D29A6EBCFCEE327B2E9BD870@phx.gbl>

List,

I need to buy the rubber parts for windshield, wing windows and side
windows. Can I get some recommendation as to who has the best parts? The
rubber mounts for the exhaust system which I purchased only lasted one day
before they separated.

TIA 

Richard

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 24 08:45:56 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:45:56 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Torque setting for manifolds
In-Reply-To: <17083.71932.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <17083.71932.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807240745i36d51ed2rd307863cadcb49cd@mail.gmail.com>

Steve -

These are fixed with brass nuts and the gaskets seal best with light
pressure.  I don't know if there's a torque setting for these but
usually around 25 ft lbs should do the job.  Too tight and you'll
pinch the gaskets which makes them not seal properly.

Alan



On 7/24/08, Steve Thomton <scthomton at yahoo.com> wrote:
> Can anyone help with the torque settings for the exhaust and intake
> manifolds?  I'm concerned that I may have over tightened the brass nuts on
> the
> exhaust......I can't find a spec for them in the AH shop manual.
>
> Thanks,
> Steve Thomton
> Larkpsur, CO
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From linwoodrose at mac.com  Thu Jul 24 08:57:31 2008
From: linwoodrose at mac.com (Lin Rose)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:57:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Cruise Control for Big Healey
In-Reply-To: <001501c8ed95$2a9fe0d0$0301a8c0@SS>
References: <001501c8ed95$2a9fe0d0$0301a8c0@SS>
Message-ID: <77009688000936218491172336865010293794-Webmail2@me.com>

Hi Steve,
I put a piece together on this. I installed the same unit in my 60 BT7 and love it.

Check out this link. Go about half way down the web page and you will see another link to download a pdf of my article.

http://www.capitalhealeys.org/

Lin
1960 BT7 "The Bloody Beast"
1959 Bugeye

 
On Thursday, July 24, 2008, at 10:10AM, "Steve Sanders" <ssanders at midsouthinc.com> wrote:
>All this talk about cruise control has me all fired up!  Does anyone have
>installation  pictures and specific information about the AudioVox  ccs 100
>unit?
>
>Best Regards
>
>Steve Sanders
>61- BT7
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From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Thu Jul 24 09:08:54 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8Healeys)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:08:54 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Torque setting for manifolds
In-Reply-To: <17083.71932.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <17083.71932.qm@web50608.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <004401c8ed9f$30401c30$90c05490$@rr.com>

Steve, if you didn't strip the brass nuts, you're O.K.  You want to get the
nuts tight enough to prevent manifold gasket leaks, and tightened as evenly
as possible (I do it by feel).  With the engine in the car, it's hard enough
just to access the bottom nuts, much less to get a torque wrench on them.

There are standard torques you can look up on the internet based on the
diameter and hardness of the bolts/studs, but there are none for brass nuts
on a steel stud.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Steve
Thomton
Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 7:15 AM
To: List Healey
Subject: [Healeys] Torque setting for manifolds

Can anyone help with the torque settings for the exhaust and intake
manifolds?  I'm concerned that I may have over tightened the brass nuts on
the
exhaust......I can't find a spec for them in the AH shop manual.
 
Thanks,
Steve Thomton
Larkpsur, CO

From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Thu Jul 24 09:14:56 2008
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:14:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Overdrive
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807240629v449e12b1jfc6b09341ee1fedf@mail.gmail.com>
References: <777769.37310.qm@web34202.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0807240629v449e12b1jfc6b09341ee1fedf@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <48889C70.9090902@comcast.net>

Alan,
Just as Volvo did with their 1800s, 122s and 140 series cars.  They 
suggested to not use overdrive below 40 mph and that to use the clutch 
in either direction if the change was too abrupt.
Even then I don't believe that Volvos were considered cheap cars, nor 
were they known for cutting corners.  They used the D type and J type 
overdrives, both very similar to the A type.  Their overdrives were also 
on both four and six cylinder cars.  The hp rating on the fours got as 
high as 130 hp.  The 164 E probably had a bit more.
They also did not have a problem with their cars wearing out 
prematurely.  I believe Irv Gordon now has over 2.5 million miles on his 
1800 S.
The difference between manufacturers was just different approaches to 
the same problem.  History has borne out that the additional hardware is 
probably not necessary.
Charlie

Alan Seigrist wrote:
> Mike -
>
> Just to clarify the Triumphs used the same "A type" OD as the Healey, and
> the Jag XK 140s and 150s.  The only reason why Triumph didn't put the
> throttle switch on their cars was that Triumph was the cheapest car of the
> lot and they left the switch off to cut corners and substituted that with
> instructions for specified use in the manual.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
> On Thu, Jul 24, 2008 at 6:15 PM, mike brooks <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk> wrote:
>
>   
>> It's a 4-speed. By the way the O/D on the TriumphB IS a different model - A
>> type rather than J type from memory. For the Triumph, the thing about
>> roadspeeds below 30mph is actually in the manual somewhere. So it looks
>> like
>> the O/D in the Healeys is different.B  I think the hydraulic pressure in my
>> BN2 O/D is a little low, because it is very influenced by oil viscosity.
>> But
>> it works fine with 90 gearbox oil (never drops out when I need it) so I
>> will
>> leave well alone.
>> B
>> Thanks to you both for the input
>> B
>> Mike
>>     
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From RonFineEsq at earthlink.net  Thu Jul 24 09:26:25 2008
From: RonFineEsq at earthlink.net (Ron Fine)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:26:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?
References: <704E0102-0483-4E94-9B53-EF7C7235EE2D@cgocable.ca><BLU117-W1569BB27E57C1256B8B78DBF840@phx.gbl>
	<4887B370.7070709@wowway.com>
Message-ID: <A75612AE5EE14ED590E943D394996ABE@XPS400>

My experience is the same.  My Healey and MGB always seem to start easier 
with the clutch out.
Ron
61BN7
66 MGB
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Daniel and Diane White" <dwhite4949 at wowway.com>
To: "Healey list" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2008 3:40 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Why Don't depress the clutch ?


> Since following this particular topic I tried starting the Healey today
> in neutral without depressing the clutch (I have always depressed the
> clutch in the past).  The engine turned over a lot easier.  I am now a
> non-depressed convert.
> Dan
> 1962 BN7 Mk II

From RonFineEsq at earthlink.net  Thu Jul 24 09:36:41 2008
From: RonFineEsq at earthlink.net (Ron Fine)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:36:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] My Overdrive
Message-ID: <0BA2963614AB4954B1382711F5E9C8F6@XPS400>

Thanks to all who responded to my Over Drive question.  I have confirmed that
it is not engaged and the car is back on the road ready for the CCBCC show
this weekend.  Anyone else on this list going?  I plan to drive from WLA about
7:00 am.
Ron Fine

From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 24 09:51:30 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:51:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey Brakes
Message-ID: <8CABBBC46321E0F-C80-55D7@webmail-nf10.sim.aol.com>

All,

The brake pedal has been low on my '58 since I purchased it recently. I took it in to a local shop to have the brakes bled and they told me one of the front cylinders was leaking a little which was kept them from being able to get the pedal to come all the way up. I got two new cylinders (from Moss - I know you want to kill me) and they replaced those. When they were bleeding the brakes the 2nd time they broke (accidentally) the place on the rear cylinder where the bleed screw is goes into the cylinder. So I got two new rear cylinders. They bled the brakes again and the pedal is even worse (it is at the floor on the first pump but comes up after that). They suggested I get a new master (which I have on the way). It looks like all of the cylinders are probably original. Is this somewhat normal when replacing the original equipment and is there anything unusual I should know about a Healey that might get past the average brake man?

Thanks,
Phil

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Jul 24 10:41:33 2008
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:41:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Overdrive
In-Reply-To: <48889C70.9090902@comcast.net>
References: <777769.37310.qm@web34202.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0807240629v449e12b1jfc6b09341ee1fedf@mail.gmail.com>
	<48889C70.9090902@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10807240941p27baf8c1veefed0d67a1d72e8@mail.gmail.com>

Actually both the J and P type OD were not only used on 240s but also 240
Turbo and 700 turbos.  161-163 horsepower depending on year.  Not a throttle
switch in sight.
As Charlie said, different strokes for different folks.


On 7/24/08, Charlie Baldwin <mgcharlie at comcast.net> wrote:
>
> >>The hp rating on the fours got as
> high as 130 hp.  The 164 E probably had a bit more.
> They also did not have a problem with their cars wearing out
> prematurely.  I believe Irv Gordon now has over 2.5 million miles on his
> 1800 S.
> The difference between manufacturers was just different approaches to
> the same problem.  History has borne out that the additional hardware is
> probably not necessary.
> Charlie

From amalin at mac.com  Thu Jul 24 10:52:46 2008
From: amalin at mac.com (Al Malin)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:52:46 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Rubber Parts
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP131D29A6EBCFCEE327B2E9BD870@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU0-SMTP131D29A6EBCFCEE327B2E9BD870@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <1E50D39B-8F10-41D5-87A8-FE9E61DF7055@mac.com>

Richard,

British Car Specialists have exhaust rubber mounts they claim is  
higher quality.  I bought some of them and they haven't failed yet but  
then they haven't many miles on them.  They also have the same ones  
that Moss sell.

http://www.britishcarspecialists.com/

Al Malin
Tricarb


On Jul 24, 2008, at 10:42 AM, Richard Pratt wrote:

> List,
>
> I need to buy the rubber parts for windshield, wing windows and side
> windows. Can I get some recommendation as to who has the best parts?  
> The
> rubber mounts for the exhaust system which I purchased only lasted  
> one day
> before they separated.
>
> TIA
>
> Richard
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From mlempert at bellsouth.net  Thu Jul 24 12:39:38 2008
From: mlempert at bellsouth.net (M Lempert)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:39:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Why Don't depress the clutch ?
Message-ID: <370201c8edbc$a19a2ed0$6001a8c0@DadsPC>

I agree with Peter and have heard the same about the throwout bearings.  I
 too was taught to depress the clutch before cranking, but this was before
 owning a British car. In fact, my old Supra required the clutch to be
 depressed before it would engage the starter.  It was my mechanic some 
years
 back that told me to always start these cars in neutral - clutch out. My
 first Healey was notorious for slow cranking and I found a dramatic
 difference when I stopped depressing the clutch - it would start much
 quicker with a stronger crank.  Even more of a problem was my E-Type, which
 at one time would hardly crank at all unless in neutral, clutch out.
 Mechanic also advised to go to neutral with clutch out when sitting for any
 period at traffic lights, etc.  He said the throwout bearings were too soft
 and would wear quickly otherwise.  I was at a Moss show up in NJ years back
 when a guy in a Healey next to me was having trouble due to a slow crank. I
 asked him if he had the clutch in and he responded "yes". I told him to let
 it out in neutral and try. It started right up. I could tell he was puzzled
 why.

> Mike L.

>>From: "Peter Schauss" <schauss at worldnet.att.net>
>>-  Depressing the clutch pushes forward against the crankshaft, putting an
>>extra load on the thrust washers at a time when there is no oil pressure 
>>to
>>lubricate them.
>>-  The graphite throwout bearing adds friction to the whole system and 
>>puts
>>slightly more load on the starter.

From robertlarson at worldnet.att.net  Thu Jul 24 13:07:51 2008
From: robertlarson at worldnet.att.net (Robert Larson)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:07:51 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Why Don't depress the clutch ?
In-Reply-To: <370201c8edbc$a19a2ed0$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
References: <370201c8edbc$a19a2ed0$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
Message-ID: <4888D307.1020908@worldnet.att.net>

This is true with all "modern" cars that I have driven.  However as I understand 
it this is mandated as a safety regulation, at least here in the USA, by  our 
big brother government.  Our old cars are a hazard as it could be started in 
gear and hit something in front of us.

That being the case any other starting issue or advantage is irrelevant.

Bob
55BN1 and a bunch of real hazardous Brit bikes (Right Foot Shifters, also 
    		      outlawed)



M Lempert wrote:


  In fact, my old Supra required the clutch to be depressed before it would
  engage the starter.


Mike L.

From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 24 14:12:01 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:12:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey Brakes
In-Reply-To: <200807241426.8964888c942313@rly-ma02.mx.aol.com>
Message-ID: <8CABBE0AA98F07A-548-67E@webmail-nf10.sim.aol.com>

Thank you all for your input!

Interestingly, I learned that the BN4 has four (4) front wheel cylinders (wow!). 

Will keep you updated.

Phil

From ahbn6 at optonline.net  Thu Jul 24 14:20:02 2008
From: ahbn6 at optonline.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:20:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey Brakes
In-Reply-To: <8CABBE0AA98F07A-548-67E@webmail-nf10.sim.aol.com>
References: <200807241426.8964888c942313@rly-ma02.mx.aol.com>
	<8CABBE0AA98F07A-548-67E@webmail-nf10.sim.aol.com>
Message-ID: <008f01c8edca$a7373910$f5a5ab30$@net>

Can you share the input with the list?

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
philritten at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 4:12 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey Brakes

Thank you all for your input!

Interestingly, I learned that the BN4 has four (4) front wheel cylinders
(wow!). 

Will keep you updated.

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Thu Jul 24 16:16:31 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:16:31 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey Brakes
In-Reply-To: <8CABBBC46321E0F-C80-55D7@webmail-nf10.sim.aol.com>
References: <8CABBBC46321E0F-C80-55D7@webmail-nf10.sim.aol.com>
Message-ID: <C315AA05-8125-46E7-995D-8100B3D49B8E@cox.net>

It shouldn't be that difficult for an "old school" mechanic to get  
right.

I'm just about to replace my two rear cylinders and am thinking about  
how to proceed with the front. I've got a BN6 which uses FOUR 80-90  
dollar ea. cylinders...


Wilko

On Jul 24, 2008, at 8:51 AM, philritten at aol.com wrote:

> All,
>
> The brake pedal has been low on my '58 since I purchased it  
> recently. I took it in to a local shop to have the brakes bled and  
> they told me one of the front cylinders was leaking a little which  
> was kept them from being able to get the pedal to come all the way  
> up. I got two new cylinders (from Moss - I know you want to kill  
> me) and they replaced those. When they were bleeding the brakes the  
> 2nd time they broke (accidentally) the place on the rear cylinder  
> where the bleed screw is goes into the cylinder. So I got two new  
> rear cylinders. They bled the brakes again and the pedal is even  
> worse (it is at the floor on the first pump but comes up after  
> that). They suggested I get a new master (which I have on the way).  
> It looks like all of the cylinders are probably original. Is this  
> somewhat normal when replacing the original equipment and is there  
> anything unusual I should know about a Healey that might get past  
> the average brake man?
>
> Thanks,
> Phil
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From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 24 16:59:17 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (Philip Rittenhouse)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:59:17 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey Brakes
In-Reply-To: <C315AA05-8125-46E7-995D-8100B3D49B8E@cox.net>
References: <8CABBBC46321E0F-C80-55D7@webmail-nf10.sim.aol.com>
	<C315AA05-8125-46E7-995D-8100B3D49B8E@cox.net>
Message-ID: <910F8CA8-88AC-437B-8FD8-6615FFE66EBC@aol.com>

Sorry all, here is some of the input I got;

*there are four cylinders(2 on each wheel) on the front of a BN4
*replace the 3 brake hoses (2 on front and one on back) while in there  
as they deteriate over time and can inhibit the flow of fluid.
*need to adjust brakes (on backing plate) after installing cylinders  
and before bleeding brakes (can affect height of pedal)

Additionally, I think I would recommend replacing everything at once  
while in there instead of trying to go the cheap route (like I did)  
especially if the parts are original. Also, I'd recommend not  
bothering to rebuild the old cylinders if possible. The cylinders are  
50 years old and can only last so long.

Phil

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 24, 2008, at 3:16 PM, "Eric (Rick) Wilkins" <e-wilkins at cox.net>  
wrote:

> It shouldn't be that difficult for an "old school" mechanic to get
> right.
>
> I'm just about to replace my two rear cylinders and am thinking about
> how to proceed with the front. I've got a BN6 which uses FOUR 80-90
> dollar ea. cylinders...
>
>
> Wilko
>
> On Jul 24, 2008, at 8:51 AM, philritten at aol.com wrote:
>
>> All,
>>
>> The brake pedal has been low on my '58 since I purchased it
>> recently. I took it in to a local shop to have the brakes bled and
>> they told me one of the front cylinders was leaking a little which
>> was kept them from being able to get the pedal to come all the way
>> up. I got two new cylinders (from Moss - I know you want to kill
>> me) and they replaced those. When they were bleeding the brakes the
>> 2nd time they broke (accidentally) the place on the rear cylinder
>> where the bleed screw is goes into the cylinder. So I got two new
>> rear cylinders. They bled the brakes again and the pedal is even
>> worse (it is at the floor on the first pump but comes up after
>> that). They suggested I get a new master (which I have on the way).
>> It looks like all of the cylinders are probably original. Is this
>> somewhat normal when replacing the original equipment and is there
>> anything unusual I should know about a Healey that might get past
>> the average brake man?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Phil
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
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From ktaylor at y7mail.com  Thu Jul 24 17:13:17 2008
From: ktaylor at y7mail.com (Keith Taylor)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:13:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Friday in OZ
Message-ID: <34174.99260.qm@web46107.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Wealthy CEO is appointed a new chauffeur
Entering the car he asks 
"what is
your name driver"
George Sir
I only refer to my chauffeurs by their surname
what is yours 
Darling Sir
B 
DRIVE ON GEORGE
Keith TaylorB  WAMBERAL OZ
BN1
BN2
100M.....if I ever finish them


      Start at the new Yahoo!7 for a
better online experience. www.yahoo7.com.au

From Jwhlyadv at aol.com  Thu Jul 24 17:59:01 2008
From: Jwhlyadv at aol.com (Jwhlyadv at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:59:01 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Rooms at Southeastern Classic
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Rooms are going fast at the host hotel for Southeastern  Classic. At only $45 
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Thu Jul 24 19:50:12 2008
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:50:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  Overdrive
References: <777769.37310.qm@web34202.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <001901c8edf8$c7caad00$9a2be046@markl946cfrd7q>

90Wt.?     Another TR recommendation.   Not too many manufactures suggesting
that heavy gear oil.

I believe  that would be in the Hypoid class of lubricants?

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 6:15 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Overdrive


> It's a 4-speed. By the way the O/D on the TriumphB IS a different model - 
> A
> type rather than J type from memory. For the Triumph, the thing about
> roadspeeds below 30mph is actually in the manual somewhere. So it looks 
> like
> the O/D in the Healeys is different.B  I think the hydraulic pressure in 
> my
> BN2 O/D is a little low, because it is very influenced by oil viscosity. 
> But
> it works fine with 90 gearbox oil (never drops out when I need it) so I 
> will
> leave well alone.
> B
> Thanks to you both for the input
> B
> Mike

From schauss at worldnet.att.net  Thu Jul 24 19:53:10 2008
From: schauss at worldnet.att.net (Peter Schauss)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:53:10 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Why Don't depress the clutch ?
In-Reply-To: <370201c8edbc$a19a2ed0$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
Message-ID: <20080725015252.2C1CF187645@autox.team.net>

My first car, a 1965 VW also had a graphite throwout bearing.  When I took
delivery on the car the salesman warned that the bearing would wear out very
quickly if I sat at stoplights with my foot on the clutch.  

The habit putting the car in neutral when starting and whenever it was
stopped carried over to every manual transmission car that I have owned
since.  I also taught that habit to my children.  When my son took his 1997
VW GTI in for a new clutch at around 100k miles the dealer was amazed that
the car had the original clutch.

Peter Schauss
1963 BJ7
1980 MGB

> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of M Lempert
> Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 2:40 PM
> To: Healey List
> Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Why Don't depress the clutch ?
> 
> I agree with Peter and have heard the same about the throwout bearings.  I
>  too was taught to depress the clutch before cranking, but this was before
>  owning a British car. In fact, my old Supra required the clutch to be
>  depressed before it would engage the starter.  It was my mechanic some
> years
>  back that told me to always start these cars in neutral - clutch out. My
>  first Healey was notorious for slow cranking and I found a dramatic
>  difference when I stopped depressing the clutch - it would start much
>  quicker with a stronger crank.  Even more of a problem was my E-Type,
> which
>  at one time would hardly crank at all unless in neutral, clutch out.
>  Mechanic also advised to go to neutral with clutch out when sitting for
> any
>  period at traffic lights, etc.  He said the throwout bearings were too
> soft
>  and would wear quickly otherwise.  I was at a Moss show up in NJ years
> back
>  when a guy in a Healey next to me was having trouble due to a slow crank.
> I
>  asked him if he had the clutch in and he responded "yes". I told him to
> let
>  it out in neutral and try. It started right up. I could tell he was
> puzzled
>  why.
> 
> > Mike L.
> 
> >>From: "Peter Schauss" <schauss at worldnet.att.net>
> >>-  Depressing the clutch pushes forward against the crankshaft, putting
> an
> >>extra load on the thrust washers at a time when there is no oil pressure
> >>to
> >>lubricate them.
> >>-  The graphite throwout bearing adds friction to the whole system and
> >>puts
> >>slightly more load on the starter.
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From larryrph at sbcglobal.net  Thu Jul 24 21:02:52 2008
From: larryrph at sbcglobal.net (Lawrence Wysocki)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:02:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Why Don't depress the clutch ?
In-Reply-To: <370201c8edbc$a19a2ed0$6001a8c0@DadsPC>
Message-ID: <553738.44109.qm@web83404.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Hi Mike'
   
  As a matter of interest my 2005 MINI Cooper S with manual transmission  will not engage the starter unless the clutch is in
   
  Larry Wysocki
  BN 6

From rusd at sitestar.net  Thu Jul 24 21:07:13 2008
From: rusd at sitestar.net (Dave Russell)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:07:13 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  Overdrive
In-Reply-To: <001901c8edf8$c7caad00$9a2be046@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <777769.37310.qm@web34202.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<001901c8edf8$c7caad00$9a2be046@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <48894361.4080700@sitestar.net>

Engine oil & gear oil are viscosity rated at different temperatures.
SAE90 gear oil is about the same viscosity as SAE 40-50 engine oil. Not 
nearly as much heavier as the numbers would suggest.

Dave Russell

Mark LaPierre wrote:

>90Wt.?     Another TR recommendation.   Not too many manufactures suggesting
>that heavy gear oil.
>
>I believe  that would be in the Hypoid class of lubricants?
>
>Mark
>
>
>----- Original Message ----- 
>From: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
>To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
>Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 6:15 AM
>Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Overdrive
>
>
>  
>
>> I think the hydraulic pressure in my
>>BN2 O/D is a little low, because it is very influenced by oil viscosity. 
>>But it works fine with 90 gearbox oil (never drops out when I need it) so I 
>>will leave well alone.
>>B
>>Thanks to you both for the input
>>B
>>Mike

From edriver at sasktel.net  Thu Jul 24 21:23:41 2008
From: edriver at sasktel.net (E.A. Driver)
Date: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:23:41 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Charley Braum
Message-ID: <4889473D.4000303@sasktel.net>

Hi Charley

Please contact me off the List I've delete your
e-mail address by accident.

Kind regards
Ed

From hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk  Fri Jul 25 01:58:43 2008
From: hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk (mike brooks)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:58:43 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  Overdrive
Message-ID: <219912.99548.qm@web34204.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Thanks Dave you are exactly correct. And as I said in a previous post, Castrol
Hypoy EP90 is NOT the same thing as "hypoid".



----- Original Message ----
From: Dave Russell <rusd at sitestar.net>
To: Mark LaPierre
<lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
Cc: mike brooks <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>;
healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Friday, 25 July, 2008 6:07:13 AM
Subject: Re:
[Healeys] Fw: Overdrive

Engine oil & gear oil are viscosity rated at
different temperatures.
SAE90 gear oil is about the same viscosity as SAE
40-50 engine oil. Not 
nearly as much heavier as the numbers would suggest.
Dave Russell

Mark LaPierre wrote:

>90Wt.?B  B  Another TR recommendation.B 
Not too many manufactures suggesting
>that heavy gear oil.
>
>I believeB  that
would be in the Hypoid class of lubricants?
>
>Mark
>
>
>----- Original
Message ----- 
>From: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
>To:
<healeys at autox.team.net>
>Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2008 6:15 AM
>Subject:
[Healeys] Fw: Overdrive
>
>
>B  
>
>> I think the hydraulic pressure in my
>>BN2 O/D is a little low, because it is very influenced by oil viscosity.
>>But it works fine with 90 gearbox oil (never drops out when I need it) so I
>>will leave well alone.
>>B
>>Thanks to you both for the input
>>B
>>Mike
>>B  B  

From fredwescoe at windstream.net  Fri Jul 25 04:21:03 2008
From: fredwescoe at windstream.net (Fred Wescoe)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 06:21:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Clutch
Message-ID: <005701c8ee40$257436f0$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>

My first car was a TR3 and I was told not to depress the clutch and to keep it
in neutral.  It would always crank faster that way.  Of course it was the only
way the hand crank worked and I did use that often when the battery was low.

Healeys have the starting dog but no ability to start with a hand crank.

I practiced the same clutch out and in neutral starting process on my Audi
turbo.  I replaced the clutch at 120,000 miles and when comparing the
thickness to the original type replacement, it was only 40% used.  I now have
160,000 on the second clutch and it is going strong.

My new 5 speed Golf, however, requires the clutch to be depressed and in
neutral for the starting procedure.  I guess almost all new cars now have this
as a starting procedure.

I wonder how we are to get a new car, with a clutch, started and home when we
loose the clutch.

Any ideas?

Fred
63 BJ7

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Jul 25 04:59:45 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 18:59:45 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Clutch
In-Reply-To: <005701c8ee40$257436f0$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>
References: <005701c8ee40$257436f0$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807250359t45a4710amfe27b0f02799c54f@mail.gmail.com>

Well, my BJ8 is going on 80K miles on its clutch, although I think she's
starting to slip.  That's pretty amazing considering the first 70K miles
were driving it in hilly San Francisco and the next 10K miles have been
driving it in very hilly Hong Kong.   If I lived in the flats somewhere I'm
sure I would have milked that clutch for at least 120K miles.  I always
start the motor with clutch out.  And I never rev the motor to engage - I
let the torque of the motor carry the car - so even my clutching is in and
out very quick.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

On Fri, Jul 25, 2008 at 6:21 PM, Fred Wescoe <fredwescoe at windstream.net>
wrote:

> My first car was a TR3 and I was told not to depress the clutch and to keep
> it
> in neutral.  It would always crank faster that way.  Of course it was the
> only
> way the hand crank worked and I did use that often when the battery was
> low.
>
> Healeys have the starting dog but no ability to start with a hand crank.
>
> I practiced the same clutch out and in neutral starting process on my Audi
> turbo.  I replaced the clutch at 120,000 miles and when comparing the
> thickness to the original type replacement, it was only 40% used.  I now
> have
> 160,000 on the second clutch and it is going strong.
>
> My new 5 speed Golf, however, requires the clutch to be depressed and in
> neutral for the starting procedure.  I guess almost all new cars now have
> this
> as a starting procedure.
>
> I wonder how we are to get a new car, with a clutch, started and home when
> we
> loose the clutch.
>
> Any ideas?
>
> Fred
> 63 BJ7
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From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Fri Jul 25 06:37:15 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 05:37:15 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] A Healey lap around Road America
Message-ID: <005f01c8ee53$2d618080$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

Check this out boys and girls,
www.vintagemotorsport.com

A lap around Road America with Jeff Johnk in his
yellow '59 100-6.

Great sound, sounds like he's doing 10k revs.

Also, some cool things going on in his rear view mirror,
watch for another yellow Healey, etc.

About 28mb download.

Kirk Kvam

From Warthodson at aol.com  Fri Jul 25 07:09:07 2008
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:09:07 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Rubber Parts
Message-ID: <be6.2f01a161.35bb2a73@aol.com>

Richard,
Based upon recommendations from this list, I purchased my windshield rubber  
from Healey Surgeons. They fit well. That doesn't mean that installation is  
easy! A friend purchased the windshield weather seals from two other suppliers  
& neither set fit.
 
I had the same experience recently with the exhaust rubber mounts. I had  
four failures. Each lasted about one day. I eventually made two changes  which 
seem to be working. I purchased mounts from Moss, which seem to have the  metal 
attached to the rubber more securely. I also made an adaptor plate  that 
allows me to mount two exhaust rubber mounts, back to back, which seems to  be 
holding up. When my frustration level drops down to "Normal" I may try  one Moss 
hanger & see if one is up to the job, but for now, I think I will  leave well 
enough alone.  
Gary Hodson
 
 
In a message dated 7/24/2008 10:18:33 A.M. Central Daylight Time,  
prattri at msn.com writes:
 
List,

I need to buy the rubber parts for windshield, wing  windows and side
windows. Can I get some recommendation as to who has the  best parts? The
rubber mounts for the exhaust system which I purchased only  lasted one day
before they separated.

TIA  

Richard
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From rthrift at cox.net  Fri Jul 25 09:32:53 2008
From: rthrift at cox.net (RThrift)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 11:32:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Clutch
In-Reply-To: <005701c8ee40$257436f0$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>
Message-ID: <20080725113253.SMEM4.12400.imail@fed1rmwml15>

Wow!  You just brought back a childhood memory I had totally forgotten for the past almost 50 years.  My Dad had a TR3, and now that you point it out, I do seem to remember him starting it by hand cranking occasionally.  I was so little at the time I probably thought all cars started that way; more recently I figured hand cranking went out WAY before my time.  Cool!

When it got totaled he bought the BT7 (which I now have). He preferred the TR3

Thanks!
Richard Thrift
p.s. on new manual trans cars, isn't there some means to override the interlock that prevents starting unless the clutch is depressed? My 2002 automatic won't go out of Park unless the brake pedal is depressed, but there IS a way to override that if necessary.  (Most owners just won't RTFM  and so probably won't know about it even though they see the covered button every time they get in the car.)  But then the modern approach would be "Don't drive the car if the clutch is out of commission, Fool! " so maybe the clutch pedal override is not provided. 


---- Fred Wescoe <fredwescoe at windstream.net> wrote: 
My first car was a TR3 and I was told not to depress the clutch and to keep it
in neutral.  It would always crank faster that way.  Of course it was the only
way the hand crank worked and I did use that often when the battery was low.

Healeys have the starting dog but no ability to start with a hand crank.
...
I wonder how we are to get a new car, with a clutch, started and home when we loose the clutch.  Any ideas? 
 
Fred 
63 BJ7 

From miklmal at mac.com  Fri Jul 25 12:25:18 2008
From: miklmal at mac.com (Mike Maloney)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:25:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
Message-ID: <DB1D662F-2786-4310-BE97-1251EE288B83@mac.com>

I want to change my electrical system from positive ground to negative  
ground.
Is there an idiot-proof instruction in available?
Please steer me in the right direction.
Thanx,Mike M-BJ8

From philritten at aol.com  Fri Jul 25 13:55:31 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (Philip Rittenhouse)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 12:55:31 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <DB1D662F-2786-4310-BE97-1251EE288B83@mac.com>
References: <DB1D662F-2786-4310-BE97-1251EE288B83@mac.com>
Message-ID: <CF0310C1-305A-49E4-9364-B3C963168760@aol.com>

I am interested in doing the same on a 61 BT7.

Thanks

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 25, 2008, at 11:25 AM, Mike Maloney <miklmal at mac.com> wrote:

> I want to change my electrical system from positive ground to negative
> ground.
> Is there an idiot-proof instruction in available?
> Please steer me in the right direction.
> Thanx,Mike M-BJ8
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From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Fri Jul 25 14:56:33 2008
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:56:33 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <DB1D662F-2786-4310-BE97-1251EE288B83@mac.com>
Message-ID: <822132.72107.qm@web30305.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hi Mike;  Here are several articles regarding Polarity Reversal & Alternator
Conversions. 
Enjoy!!  --Scott Morris;  Simcoe, Ontario, Canada' '60 MkI BN7 & '62 MkII BT7
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives

--- On Fri, 7/25/08, Mike Maloney <miklmal at mac.com> wrote: << I want to change
my electrical system from positive ground to negative  ground.  Is there an
idiot-proof instruction in available?  Please steer me in the right direction.
>>


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From Warthodson at aol.com  Fri Jul 25 15:07:27 2008
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:07:27 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Transmission parts
Message-ID: <c93.2e9425da.35bb9a8f@aol.com>

I have a BJ 7/8 part number question.
My part book indicates that the BJ7 "gear-1st speed & 2nd speed  
synchronizer" is P/N 8G3013, W.S.E. use 8G3027.
The book indicates that the BJ8 "gear-1st speed & 2nd speed  synchronizer" is 
P/N 8G3014, W.S.E. use 8G3025.
It does not appear that the BJ7 & 8 parts are interchangeable  & I also have 
an old table of transmission part numbers that  states the BJ7 & 8 gears are 
not interchangeable with the exception of  reverse gear. 
I cannot find any mention of part 8G3029 in the parts book, however  this 
part number appears on the Internet in numerous places as being a  "gear-1st 
speed & 2nd speed synchronizer" for both a BJ7 & 8.
Can someone clarify the above for me?
Thanks,
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From Warthodson at aol.com  Fri Jul 25 15:14:36 2008
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:14:36 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
Message-ID: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com>

It is my understanding, based upon recent postings,  when reversing the 
polarity, it is essential that  your overdrive is not engaged or you will surely 
destroy it.
I am sure I read that.
Gary Hodson 
 
 
In a message dated 7/25/2008 1:28:50 P.M. Central Daylight Time,  
miklmal at mac.com writes:

I want  to change my electrical system from positive ground to negative   
ground.
Is there an idiot-proof instruction in available?
Please  steer me in the right direction.
Thanx,Mike  M-BJ8
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From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Fri Jul 25 15:34:28 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:34:28 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Tonneau covers
In-Reply-To: <c1d.439f47d8.35b25832@aol.com>
References: <c1d.439f47d8.35b25832@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BLU117-W37042724083320B034A3F8BF860@phx.gbl>

Looks like I have a four seat tonneau cover and a folded soft top cover which
doesn't work on my 2 seat BN7; Both are black and in good shape. Prior owner
included them with car.  If interested to swap, let me know off line and I can
send photos;  Of no use to me obviously;

Richard of KY
60 BN7> From: Editorgary at aol.com> Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:33:54 -0400> To:
healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tonneau covers> > In a message
dated 7/18/08 11:05:55 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net > writes:> > > >
Someone> > > mentioned it might be for a 2 seater. Would anyone out there like
to trade> > > me for a 4 seat cover?> > > > The back of the two-seat tonneau
is completely different from the > four-seater. Two seater has only four snaps
and two turn-locks, plus two brackets that > slip under chrome clips on the
shroud; four-seater has about a zillion snaps > that fasten around the edge of
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From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Fri Jul 25 16:15:47 2008
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:15:47 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Where have all the Friday Funnies Gone?
Message-ID: <538898.41767.qm@web50009.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Say it ain't so Lucy...
   
  It's 3:15 PST so odds are all the old farts on the east coast are probably asleep by now.  I don't think I've seen one Friday Funny on the list today.  I can't believe it.  The one day a week I look forward to having something more than carpeting tires, figuring out what to do with my clutch or changing my car's positive attitude to negative.  So let me see if I can bring a smile to your face before your head hits the pillow...
   
  --------------------------------
   
  I was driving my Healey last night on the back roads in the foothills of the Cascades.  There wasn't a soul around when suddenly the sky clouded above my head and a booming voice, said, 'Because you have tried to be faithful to me in all ways, I will grant you one wish.'

I pulled over immediately and said, 'Build a bridge to Hawaii so I can drive my Healey over anytime I want.'

  The voice said, 'Your request is materialistic. Think of the enormous challenges for that kind of undertaking: the supports required reaching the bottom of the Pacific and the concrete and steel it would take! It will nearly exhaust several natural resources. I can do it, but it is hard for me to justify your desire for worldly things. Take a little more time and think of something that could possibly help mankind.'  

I got back in the car and drove for about 20 more miles then pulled over again.  I looked up to the sky and said, 'Lord, I wish that I and all men could understand women. I want to know how she feels inside, what she's thinking when she gives me the silent treatment, why she cries, what she really means when she says nothing's wrong, and how I can make a woman truly happy.'

The voice said back to me, 'You want two lanes or four on that bridge?'

   
  Happy Friday Guys!
  Cheers,
  Carlos Cruz

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Fri Jul 25 16:27:04 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:27:04 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] FW: BRAZILIAN BEER AD
Message-ID: <20080725222655.3B53318786F@autox.team.net>

  _____  

 

This is really cool-don't know how they do it, but pretty funny.


 


Subject: Fw: BRAZILIAN BEER AD

 


 
 1. GO TO THE FOLLOWING SITE: <http://www.tatuagemdaboa.com.br/>
www.tatuagemdaboa.com.br/
2. TYPE YOUR FIRST NAME ON THE 1st LINE
3. TYPE YOUR LAST NAME ON THE 2nd LINE
(Skip your e-mail address.)
4. Click on 'Vizualizar' and watch what happens .... & don't ask me how they
do that.
 


 
 


 


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From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Fri Jul 25 16:28:09 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:28:09 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] FW: BRAZILIAN BEER AD
Message-ID: <20080725222757.F2EF0187884@autox.team.net>

Ok-I screwed this one up-if you haven't watched it yet-put your name in the
first line, and your friend's name in second box, not your last name-

Shoulda paid more attention before forwarding.

Still funny

 

 

 

This is really cool-don't know how they do it, but pretty funny.


 


Subject: Fw: BRAZILIAN BEER AD

 


 
 1. GO TO THE FOLLOWING SITE: <http://www.tatuagemdaboa.com.br/>
www.tatuagemdaboa.com.br/
2. TYPE YOUR FIRST NAME ON THE 1st LINE
3. TYPE YOUR LAST NAME ON THE 2nd LINE
(Skip your e-mail address.)
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do that.
 


 
 


 


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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Jul 25 17:57:14 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 07:57:14 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Clutch
In-Reply-To: <20080725113253.SMEM4.12400.imail@fed1rmwml15>
References: <005701c8ee40$257436f0$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>
	<20080725113253.SMEM4.12400.imail@fed1rmwml15>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807251657m5ca114e9j6ad526c005419983@mail.gmail.com>

Richard -

I know that if one gets past the dowdy looks and four banger note,
that many owners of TR2/TR3s swear by them.  I think it's because of
the roadster doors, but put on a true modern car (unlike the TC)make
the car very fun to drive.

My mom, when we lived in Japan in the late sixties, had a Honda S800
convertible (with factory hardtop!).  I wish we still had that one - a
car with true F1 technology for daily use to get the shopping done.

Cheers,

Alan



On 7/25/08, RThrift <rthrift at cox.net> wrote:
> Wow!  You just brought back a childhood memory I had totally forgotten for
> the past almost 50 years.  My Dad had a TR3, and now that you point it out,
> I do seem to remember him starting it by hand cranking occasionally.  I was
> so little at the time I probably thought all cars started that way; more
> recently I figured hand cranking went out WAY before my time.  Cool!
>
> When it got totaled he bought the BT7 (which I now have). He preferred the
> TR3
>
> Thanks!
> Richard Thrift
> p.s. on new manual trans cars, isn't there some means to override the
> interlock that prevents starting unless the clutch is depressed? My 2002
> automatic won't go out of Park unless the brake pedal is depressed, but
> there IS a way to override that if necessary.  (Most owners just won't RTFM
> and so probably won't know about it even though they see the covered button
> every time they get in the car.)  But then the modern approach would be
> "Don't drive the car if the clutch is out of commission, Fool! " so maybe
> the clutch pedal override is not provided.
>
>
> ---- Fred Wescoe <fredwescoe at windstream.net> wrote:
> My first car was a TR3 and I was told not to depress the clutch and to keep
> it
> in neutral.  It would always crank faster that way.  Of course it was the
> only
> way the hand crank worked and I did use that often when the battery was low.
>
> Healeys have the starting dog but no ability to start with a hand crank.
> ...
> I wonder how we are to get a new car, with a clutch, started and home when
> we loose the clutch.  Any ideas?
>
> Fred
> 63 BJ7
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Fri Jul 25 18:02:02 2008
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Leonard  Hartnett)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:02:02 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Where have all the Friday Funnies Gone?
In-Reply-To: <538898.41767.qm@web50009.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <538898.41767.qm@web50009.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <18BDF06C12BA425682C052E67B57144B@LeonardPC>

Carlos:  I will try to be one of the first to cheer you up.

A man appeared before St. Peter at the pearly gates.  "Have you ever done 
anything of particular merit?", St. Peter asked.

"Well, I can think or one thing, the man offered.  Once, on a trip to the 
Black Hills out in South Dakota, I came upon a gang of bikers who were 
threatening a young woman.  I directed them to leave her alone but they 
wouldn't listen.  So, I approached the largest and most heavily tattooed 
biker and smacked him on the head, kicked his bike over, ripped out his nose 
ring and threw it on the ground.  I yelled, Now back off or you'll answer to 
me!".

St. Peter was impressed.  "When did this happen?"

"Just a couple of minutes ago."

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Carlos Cruz" <healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 3:15 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Where have all the Friday Funnies Gone?


> Say it ain't so Lucy...
>
>  It's 3:15 PST so odds are all the old farts on the east coast are 
> probably asleep by now.  I don't think I've seen one Friday Funny on the 
> list today. ..... 

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Jul 25 18:43:29 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 08:43:29 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Steering - bearing race repair?
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807251743l6c1f42cbq80beff6a76c1a8e2@mail.gmail.com>

Hi All -
I asked this on the Jag-lovers forum but they aren't as technically minded
as everyone here, so I will ask the question again here.  My question is
somewhat universal.

I have a '59 Jag MkIX which is in great shape.  That being said the power
steering box needs a little work.

I pulled the worm gear out of the Power steering box and the only thing that
is wrong with it is the gear has a ball bearing race on it which the race is
worn from when the car drives in the straight ahead position.  All that
needs to be fixed is the bearing race.

It needs a little bit of material to be built up in it, than lathed down and
then either nitrided or some other sort of hardening process like that.

I took it to the local HK crankshaft guy but he couldn't get his metal
sprayer equipment in tight enough on the race to fix it.  Is there anyone
out there that you know of that can do work like this, and do it properly?

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Jul 25 18:47:47 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 08:47:47 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <822132.72107.qm@web30305.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <DB1D662F-2786-4310-BE97-1251EE288B83@mac.com>
	<822132.72107.qm@web30305.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807251747t2e238dsb9f7cd028ea4cc63@mail.gmail.com>

Hi Guys -
I didn't get Scotts article, but just be careful that with the BJ8 you will
have to reverse the polarity of the tachometer.  The early BJ8s tachs are a
little complicated and the conversion is best done by an instrument
specialist like Mo Ma.  The later BJ8 tachs can be fixed by a little bit of
soldering work, but again if unsure send it to a tach specialist.

Other than that the polarity reversal is a really easy procedure and will
take you no more than the 15 minutes it takes to turn the battery around and
charge the magnets on the generator.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 4:56 AM, J. Scott Morris <jstmorris at yahoo.com>wrote:

> Hi Mike;  Here are several articles regarding Polarity Reversal &
> Alternator
> Conversions.
> Enjoy!!  --Scott Morris;  Simcoe, Ontario, Canada' '60 MkI BN7 & '62 MkII
> BT7
> J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives
>
> --- On Fri, 7/25/08, Mike Maloney <miklmal at mac.com> wrote: << I want to
> change
> my electrical system from positive ground to negative  ground.  Is there an
> idiot-proof instruction in available?  Please steer me in the right
> direction.
> >>
>
>
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Jul 25 18:49:05 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 08:49:05 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com>
References: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807251749i71fb61cdtb264944784f521dd@mail.gmail.com>

Gary -
Reversing polarity won't have any affect on the OD.  The OD solenoid will
operate the same regardless of polarity.

Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 5:14 AM, <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:

> It is my understanding, based upon recent postings,  when reversing the
> polarity, it is essential that  your overdrive is not engaged or you will
> surely
> destroy it.
> I am sure I read that.
> Gary Hodson

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Fri Jul 25 19:30:38 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 21:30:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
References: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com>
	<ff59076c0807251749i71fb61cdtb264944784f521dd@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <00e801c8eebf$35c694b0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Alan,

Gary did a Friday Funny of his own and you fell for it.
Good one Gary!

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
To: <Warthodson at aol.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 8:49 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8


> Gary -
> Reversing polarity won't have any affect on the OD.  The OD solenoid will
> operate the same regardless of polarity.
>
> Best,
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 5:14 AM, <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:
>
>> It is my understanding, based upon recent postings,  when reversing the
>> polarity, it is essential that  your overdrive is not engaged or you will
>> surely
>> destroy it.
>> I am sure I read that.
>> Gary Hodson
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From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Fri Jul 25 20:02:42 2008
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 12:02:42 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <00e801c8eebf$35c694b0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com><ff59076c0807251749i71fb61cdtb264944784f521dd@mail.gmail.com>
	<00e801c8eebf$35c694b0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <5C48567989184F6B9A172ADE0C88926E@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day

Surely if you reverse the polarity the overdrive will then work only in 1st,
2nd and reverse gears!

It's Saturday in Australia.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Rich C
Sent: Saturday, 26 July 2008 11:31 AM
To: Alan Seigrist; Warthodson at aol.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8

Alan,

Gary did a Friday Funny of his own and you fell for it.
Good one Gary!

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
To: <Warthodson at aol.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 8:49 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8


> Gary -
> Reversing polarity won't have any affect on the OD.  The OD solenoid will
> operate the same regardless of polarity.
>
> Best,
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 5:14 AM, <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:
>
>> It is my understanding, based upon recent postings,  when reversing the
>> polarity, it is essential that  your overdrive is not engaged or you will
>> surely
>> destroy it.
>> I am sure I read that.
>> Gary Hodson

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Fri Jul 25 20:40:06 2008
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:40:06 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <5C48567989184F6B9A172ADE0C88926E@PatrickQuinnPC>
References: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com>
	<ff59076c0807251749i71fb61cdtb264944784f521dd@mail.gmail.com>
	<00e801c8eebf$35c694b0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
	<5C48567989184F6B9A172ADE0C88926E@PatrickQuinnPC>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10807251940y1a94a3c5x1ed06300e1eb3f1a@mail.gmail.com>

No, No, no.  It becomes an underdrive.

On Fri, Jul 25, 2008 at 7:02 PM, Patrick and Caroline Quinn <
p_cquinn at tpg.com.au> wrote:

> G'day
>
> Surely if you reverse the polarity the overdrive will then work only in
> 1st,
> 2nd and reverse gears!
>
> It's Saturday in Australia.
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn <healeys-bounces%2Bp_cquinn>=tpg.com.au@
> autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
> Rich C
> Sent: Saturday, 26 July 2008 11:31 AM
> To: Alan Seigrist; Warthodson at aol.com
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
>
> Alan,
>
> Gary did a Friday Funny of his own and you fell for it.
> Good one Gary!
>
> Rich Chrysler
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
> To: <Warthodson at aol.com>
> Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 8:49 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
>
>
> > Gary -
> > Reversing polarity won't have any affect on the OD.  The OD solenoid will
> > operate the same regardless of polarity.
> >
> > Best,
> >
> > Alan
> >
> > '52 A90
> > '53 BN1
> > '64 BJ8
> >
> >
> > On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 5:14 AM, <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:
> >
> >> It is my understanding, based upon recent postings,  when reversing the
> >> polarity, it is essential that  your overdrive is not engaged or you
> will
> >> surely
> >> destroy it.
> >> I am sure I read that.
> >> Gary Hodson
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From ktaylor at y7mail.com  Fri Jul 25 21:17:37 2008
From: ktaylor at y7mail.com (Keith Taylor)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 20:17:37 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Ritchard
Message-ID: <109273.59559.qm@web46106.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

My overdrive is already under my BN2 
Doe's that mean my car is already
converted
B 
Keith Taylor
WAMBERAL OZ
BN1
BN2
100M........if I ever finish
them


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From pennell at cox.net  Fri Jul 25 21:20:33 2008
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:20:33 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Late Friday Funny
Message-ID: <20080725232033.YCALZ.29315.imail@eastrmwml37>

Hope this all come through.

DEAR DIARY. DAY ONE 

I am all packed and ready to get on the cruise ship. I've packed all my pretty dresses and makeup. I'm really excited. 
_______________________________________________

DEAR DIARY. DAY TWO 

We spent the entire day at sea. It was beautiful and we saw some whales and dolphins. What a wonderful vacation this has started to be. I met the Captain today and he seems like a very nice man. 
_______________________________________________ 

DEAR DIARY. DAY THREE 

I spent some time in the pool today. I also did some shuffle boarding  and hit some golf balls off the deck. The Captain invited me to join him at his table for dinner. I felt honored and we had a wonderful time. He is a very attractive and attentive gentleman. 
_______________________________________________

DEAR DIARY. DAY FOUR 
Went to the ship's casino ... did OK ... won about $80. The Captain invited me to have dinner with him in his state room. We had a luxurious meal complete with caviar and champagne. He asked me to stay the night but I declined. I told him there was no way I could be unfaithful to my  husband. 
_______________________________________________

DEAR DIARY. DAY FIVE 

Went back to the pool today and got a little sunburned. I decided to go  to the piano bar and spend the rest of the day inside . The Captain saw me  and bought me a couple of drinks. He really is a charming gentleman! He again asked me to visit him for the night and again I declined. He told me  that if I didn't come to his cabin for the night, he would sink the ship. I was appalled.


DEAR DIARY. DAY SIX 

I saved 1600 lives today... Twice

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Jul 25 23:11:33 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:11:33 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10807251940y1a94a3c5x1ed06300e1eb3f1a@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com>
	<ff59076c0807251749i71fb61cdtb264944784f521dd@mail.gmail.com>
	<00e801c8eebf$35c694b0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
	<5C48567989184F6B9A172ADE0C88926E@PatrickQuinnPC>
	<a3b984e10807251940y1a94a3c5x1ed06300e1eb3f1a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807252211g84cc8d9p9b74c3602e3cf811@mail.gmail.com>

Unless of course you are in the Southern hemisphere, then it's right
side up again.




On 7/26/08, Richard Ewald <richard.ewald at gmail.com> wrote:
> No, No, no.  It becomes an underdrive.
>
> On Fri, Jul 25, 2008 at 7:02 PM, Patrick and Caroline Quinn <
> p_cquinn at tpg.com.au> wrote:
>
>> G'day
>>
>> Surely if you reverse the polarity the overdrive will then work only in
>> 1st,
>> 2nd and reverse gears!
>>
>> It's Saturday in Australia.
>>
>> Hoo Roo
>>
>> Patrick Quinn
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
>> [mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn <healeys-bounces%2Bp_cquinn>=tpg.com.au@
>> autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
>> Rich C
>> Sent: Saturday, 26 July 2008 11:31 AM
>> To: Alan Seigrist; Warthodson at aol.com
>> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
>> Subject: Re: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
>>
>> Alan,
>>
>> Gary did a Friday Funny of his own and you fell for it.
>> Good one Gary!
>>
>> Rich Chrysler
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
>> To: <Warthodson at aol.com>
>> Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 8:49 PM
>> Subject: Re: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
>>
>>
>> > Gary -
>> > Reversing polarity won't have any affect on the OD.  The OD solenoid
>> > will
>> > operate the same regardless of polarity.
>> >
>> > Best,
>> >
>> > Alan
>> >
>> > '52 A90
>> > '53 BN1
>> > '64 BJ8
>> >
>> >
>> > On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 5:14 AM, <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:
>> >
>> >> It is my understanding, based upon recent postings,  when reversing the
>> >> polarity, it is essential that  your overdrive is not engaged or you
>> will
>> >> surely
>> >> destroy it.
>> >> I am sure I read that.
>> >> Gary Hodson
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Jul 25 23:15:19 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:15:19 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <00e801c8eebf$35c694b0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com>
	<ff59076c0807251749i71fb61cdtb264944784f521dd@mail.gmail.com>
	<00e801c8eebf$35c694b0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807252215h45d30acat29c28b99f771abf3@mail.gmail.com>

Rich -

My problem is I don't have a sense of humor. Unfortunately, I sold it
to this Nigerian who promised me 16 million dollars.  The Nigerians -
they're a funny lot, really.

Alan




On 7/26/08, Rich C <richchrysler at quickclic.net> wrote:
> Alan,
>
> Gary did a Friday Funny of his own and you fell for it.
> Good one Gary!
>
> Rich Chrysler
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
> To: <Warthodson at aol.com>
> Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 8:49 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
>
>
>> Gary -
>> Reversing polarity won't have any affect on the OD.  The OD solenoid will
>> operate the same regardless of polarity.
>>
>> Best,
>>
>> Alan
>>
>> '52 A90
>> '53 BN1
>> '64 BJ8
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 5:14 AM, <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:
>>
>>> It is my understanding, based upon recent postings,  when reversing the
>>> polarity, it is essential that  your overdrive is not engaged or you will
>>> surely
>>> destroy it.
>>> I am sure I read that.
>>> Gary Hodson
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From miklmal at mac.com  Sat Jul 26 04:53:25 2008
From: miklmal at mac.com (Mike Maloney)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 06:53:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Reversing Polarity-66 BJ8
Message-ID: <55BA6B89-EBDA-400A-B9CC-ED7EBA1E3B78@mac.com>

To all who contributed to my request,
Thanx much for all of your input!
Even I,hopefully,will accomplish this feat with little difficulty.
Thanx again,
Mike Maloney 66 HLY-HBJ8L32990

From donyarber at earthlink.net  Sat Jul 26 05:04:07 2008
From: donyarber at earthlink.net (Don Yarber)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 06:04:07 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] I think humor is a matter of opinion.
Message-ID: <007601c8ef0f$53dfc160$8258e104@yourc8bh3jaglt>

This one from Dan White was funny to me:

Since following this particular topic I tried starting the Healey today 
in neutral without depressing the clutch (I have always depressed the 
clutch in the past).  The engine turned over a lot easier.  I am now a 
non-depressed convert.
Dan

Author of "Bodies and Beaches" and "Corpses and Canyons"
Find news about my books at 
www.kipyardleymysteries.com

From fredwescoe at windstream.net  Sat Jul 26 06:06:23 2008
From: fredwescoe at windstream.net (Fred Wescoe)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 08:06:23 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Synthetic Oils
Message-ID: <007801c8ef18$05f2f040$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>

I have wondered about the sensibility or value of changing to synthetic oils.

When compared to normal oils, do the synthetic oils really allow less engine
wear, remove more deposits allowing for the longer change intervals and are
they really more fuel efficient?  Are they more beneficial to the engines.  Is
one better than another?

I have looked at various web sites and I find just the usual company hype of
their own products and no hard evidence to support their claims.  I could not
find anything comparing synthetics to one another or to conventional oils.

Both of  my owners manuals, Volkswagen and Audi, say specifically that use of
synthetic oils will not affect the new car warrantee so the synthetic oils are
manufacturer approved.  Both of these cars are relatively new cars with less
than 16,000 miles on each.

I don't believe changing the Healey to synthetic oil is sensible but is it
beneficial to change my other newer and lower mileage cars to synthetic?  Are
there recommended or specific filters for the synthetic oils?

What is the collective experiences and wisdom of the list?

Fred
63 BJ7

From pieterscheen at optusnet.com.au  Sat Jul 26 06:38:23 2008
From: pieterscheen at optusnet.com.au (pieter scheenhouwer)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 22:38:23 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Synthetic Oils
In-Reply-To: <007801c8ef18$05f2f040$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>
Message-ID: <200807261238.m6QCcMsR002075@mail03.syd.optusnet.com.au>

Fred,
 A while ago an Australian magazine "Hot Fours" took a modern turbo four
cylinder car and after tuning it and doing a complete oil and filter change
using "regular" oils put the car on a dyno. They then changed ALL the oil
(engine, gearbox and dif) for the appropriate synthetic and ran the car for
100km before putting it back on the same dyno. They measured and an increase
in rear wheel horsepower in the order of 6% and they claimed the
temp/humidity etc where the same.
 Still don't think I would put it in my BJ7 but I did run full synthetics in
my Nissan 200sx turbo for 6 years and had no problems.
Cheers
Pieter

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+pieterscheen=optusnet.com.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+pieterscheen=optusnet.com.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Fred Wescoe
Sent: Saturday, July 26, 2008 10:06 PM
To: Healey List
Subject: [Healeys] Synthetic Oils

I have wondered about the sensibility or value of changing to synthetic
oils.

When compared to normal oils, do the synthetic oils really allow less engine
wear, remove more deposits allowing for the longer change intervals and are
they really more fuel efficient?  Are they more beneficial to the engines.
Is
one better than another?

I have looked at various web sites and I find just the usual company hype of
their own products and no hard evidence to support their claims.  I could
not
find anything comparing synthetics to one another or to conventional oils.

Both of  my owners manuals, Volkswagen and Audi, say specifically that use
of
synthetic oils will not affect the new car warrantee so the synthetic oils
are
manufacturer approved.  Both of these cars are relatively new cars with less
than 16,000 miles on each.

I don't believe changing the Healey to synthetic oil is sensible but is it
beneficial to change my other newer and lower mileage cars to synthetic?
Are
there recommended or specific filters for the synthetic oils?

What is the collective experiences and wisdom of the list?

Fred
63 BJ7
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Jul 26 06:56:16 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 05:56:16 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Synthetic Oils
In-Reply-To: <007801c8ef18$05f2f040$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>
References: <007801c8ef18$05f2f040$6500a8c0@D10F7N31>
Message-ID: <488B1EF0.8070502@comcast.net>

Hi Fred,


You'll get lots of opinions (the List has been slow lately ;).  I've 
done some research and given it a lot of thought and have come to the 
following conclusion: if you drive a lot of highway miles--say, 2K+ a 
month (not likely with a Healey)--then synthetic would be cost effective 
and labor-reducing with extended oil changes (6K+ miles).  If not--i.e. 
you do more "city" driving and put less than 2K miles a month on your 
car--then use mineral oil and change more often (3K miles).  I do use 
synthetic oil in the gearbox and differential of my Healeys, however.  
My new Mustang calls for semi-synthetic (5W-20!)--which is a reasonable 
compromise and I can get it for $2/qt--and 7,500 mile oil changes (no 
way I'll go that long--I do mostly city driving with it).

Bottom line is mineral oil and synthetic both accumulate moisture and 
acidic compounds, especially from city driving (short trips).  Best to 
change a "city" car's oil every 3-4 months regardless of miles, although 
I go longer with my Healey because I do almost all highway miles in it.

BTW--whatever you think of WalMart--they have the best price on oil that 
I've found.


bs


Fred Wescoe wrote:
> I have wondered about the sensibility or value of changing to synthetic oils.
>
> When compared to normal oils, do the synthetic oils really allow less engine
> wear, remove more deposits allowing for the longer change intervals and are
> they really more fuel efficient?  Are they more beneficial to the engines.  Is
> one better than another?
>
> I have looked at various web sites and I find just the usual company hype of
> their own products and no hard evidence to support their claims.  I could not
> find anything comparing synthetics to one another or to conventional oils.
>
> Both of  my owners manuals, Volkswagen and Audi, say specifically that use of
> synthetic oils will not affect the new car warrantee so the synthetic oils are
> manufacturer approved.  Both of these cars are relatively new cars with less
> than 16,000 miles on each.
>
> I don't believe changing the Healey to synthetic oil is sensible but is it
> beneficial to change my other newer and lower mileage cars to synthetic?  Are
> there recommended or specific filters for the synthetic oils?
>
> What is the collective experiences and wisdom of the list?
>
> Fred
> 63 BJ7
>
>
>   


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From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Jul 26 06:58:48 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 05:58:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Synthetic Oils
In-Reply-To: <200807261238.m6QCcMsR002075@mail03.syd.optusnet.com.au>
References: <200807261238.m6QCcMsR002075@mail03.syd.optusnet.com.au>
Message-ID: <488B1F88.8070002@comcast.net>

Pieter,

Which "modern turbo four cylinder" car has rear wheel drive?


bs


pieter scheenhouwer wrote:
> Fred,
>  A while ago an Australian magazine "Hot Fours" took a modern turbo four
> cylinder car and after tuning it and doing a complete oil and filter change
> using "regular" oils put the car on a dyno. They then changed ALL the oil
> (engine, gearbox and dif) for the appropriate synthetic and ran the car for
> 100km before putting it back on the same dyno. They measured and an increase
> in rear wheel horsepower in the order of 6% and they claimed the
> temp/humidity etc where the same.
>  Still don't think I would put it in my BJ7 but I did run full synthetics in
> my Nissan 200sx turbo for 6 years and had no problems.
> Cheers
> Pieter
>
>   
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From Warthodson at aol.com  Sat Jul 26 07:09:55 2008
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 09:09:55 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
Message-ID: <bf4.30896657.35bc7c23@aol.com>

Alan,
Sorry, I was trying to make a joke! It was Friday.
Gary Hodson 
 
 
In a message dated 7/25/2008 7:49:14 P.M. Central Daylight Time,  
healey.nut at gmail.com writes:

Gary -  


Reversing polarity won't have any affect on the OD.  The OD solenoid  will 
operate the same regardless of polarity.


Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 5:14 AM, <_Warthodson at aol.com_ 
(mailto:Warthodson at aol.com) > wrote:

It  is my understanding, based upon recent postings,  when reversing  the
polarity, it is essential that  your overdrive is not engaged or  you will 
surely
destroy it.
I am sure I read that.
Gary  Hodson










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From cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu  Sat Jul 26 11:40:47 2008
From: cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu (Charlie Frazer)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 10:40:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Reversing Polarity-66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <55BA6B89-EBDA-400A-B9CC-ED7EBA1E3B78@mac.com>
References: <55BA6B89-EBDA-400A-B9CC-ED7EBA1E3B78@mac.com>
Message-ID: <cfb4b620d313f0b56325af89a6b1038c@jcomm.uoregon.edu>

Mike,
Some, but not all, points type fuel pumps are polarity sensitive.  I 
believe ALL electronic fuel pumps are polarity sensitive.
If you reverse polarity on one of the older points type pumps that is 
sensitive it will run erratically rather than not at all.  I don't know 
how to tell the difference between the pumps but others on the list 
may.  I believe there is a different diode for + and - ground.
Charlie

On Jul 26, 2008, at 3:53 AM, Mike Maloney wrote:

To all who contributed to my request,
Thanx much for all of your input!
Even I,hopefully,will accomplish this feat with little difficulty.
Thanx again,
Mike Maloney 66 HLY-HBJ8L32990
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From Healey100M at gmail.com  Sat Jul 26 12:43:21 2008
From: Healey100M at gmail.com (Randy Hicks)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 12:43:21 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Problems
Message-ID: <CF2399F4-D3FD-4963-8E02-419FFB8C8F93@gmail.com>

Hi list, we're on a month long tour of the Pacific Northwest, Banff/ 
Lake Louise and now Yellowstone & Tetons before we head back to the  
east coast and having a problem with the BJ8.

With approx. 4.5 - 5.5 gallons left in the tank I start to get a lot  
of sputtering from lack of fuel on steep upgrades. A couple time the  
BJ8 quit but as soon as I fill it up it is fine regardless of hill  
grade. Today I actually ran out of fuel with 5.5 gallons in the tank  
on a flat level stretch of highway. Coasted into a gas station, turned  
the ignition back on and the car started right up.

It is hot outside (85 degrees) and we are at altitude approx. 7000 ft.

Carbs are balanced and leaned out slightly because of the altitude.  
They seem to be in good adjustment. Idle is good & it runs very strong  
when full of fuel. Car is not running hot. Tried 2 different gas caps,  
no help.

The car has 2 fuel pumps, doesn't make a difference which I use.  
Happens with either.

Anyone have an idea what's going on?

TIA

Randy

Randy Hicks
'56 100M
'62 BN7 MkII
'65 BJ8
'53 MGTD
Healey100M at gmail.com

From qualitas.jack at gmail.com  Sat Jul 26 13:06:40 2008
From: qualitas.jack at gmail.com (Jack Feldman)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 14:06:40 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Reversing Polarity Literature
Message-ID: <48720d20807261206v71de1023l98be5aca31077b10@mail.gmail.com>

There are instructions on reversing polarity in the back of Moss' MGB
catalog. It addresses the issue of modifying the electronic tach, and the
effect of the reverse polarity on such things as the starter, wiper motors,
etc. There is no effect on those motors, and instructions for polarizing the
generator are also included.

Wish I had known that in 1959.

Jack

60 BT7 (Converted when I bought it)
59 MGC
72 MGBGT

From insptwo at msn.com  Sat Jul 26 13:11:22 2008
From: insptwo at msn.com (insptwo at msn.com)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 15:11:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Problems
In-Reply-To: <CF2399F4-D3FD-4963-8E02-419FFB8C8F93@gmail.com>
References: <CF2399F4-D3FD-4963-8E02-419FFB8C8F93@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU133-W27BE06584B789AAF8529AEAD810@phx.gbl>

Randy:
If you look at where the fuel line connects to the tank, when you are going up
a steep incline, you are actually running out of gas when you are low on gas,
because the gas is going to the rear of the tank and now you have no gas at
the outlet. Used to have that problem in the sixties with a falcon wagon up in
Pennsylvania. Occasionally, had to turn around and BACK UP the hill.
Bill
BJ7



> From: Healey100M at gmail.com> To: healeys at autox.team.net> Date: Sat, 26 Jul
2008 12:43:21 -0600> Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Problems> > Hi list, we're on a
month long tour of the Pacific Northwest, Banff/ > Lake Louise and now
Yellowstone & Tetons before we head back to the > east coast and having a
problem with the BJ8.> > With approx. 4.5 - 5.5 gallons left in the tank I
start to get a lot > of sputtering from lack of fuel on steep upgrades. A
couple time the > BJ8 quit but as soon as I fill it up it is fine regardless
of hill > grade. Today I actually ran out of fuel with 5.5 gallons in the tank
> on a flat level stretch of highway. Coasted into a gas station, turned > the
ignition back on and the car started right up.> > It is hot outside (85
degrees) and we are at altitude approx. 7000 ft.> > Carbs are balanced and
leaned out slightly because of the altitude. > They seem to be in good
adjustment. Idle is good & it runs very strong > when full of fuel. Car is not
running hot. Tried 2 different gas caps, > no help.> > The car has 2 fuel
pumps, doesn't make a difference which I use. > Happens with either.> > Anyone
have an idea what's going on?> > TIA> > Randy> > Randy Hicks> '56 100M> '62
BN7 MkII> '65 BJ8> '53 MGTD> Healey100M at gmail.com>

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Sat Jul 26 13:23:25 2008
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 15:23:25 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Problems
Message-ID: <c24.3f7acda3.35bcd3ad@aol.com>

Perhaps there is a crack or hole in the pickup tube allowing the pump to  
suck air?
 
Best--Michael Oritt
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 
 
In a message dated 7/26/2008 3:00:22 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
Healey100M at gmail.com writes:

Today I  actually ran out of fuel with 5.5 gallons in the tank  
on a flat  level stretch of highway. Coasted into a gas station, turned  
the  ignition back on and the car started right up.

The car has 2 fuel  pumps, doesn't make a difference which I use.  
Happens with  either.

Anyone have an idea what's going  on?





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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Jul 26 14:08:56 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 16:08:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Problems
Message-ID: <20080726200856.JSJN13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Is there a filter inside the tank?  Might be clogged up----works sometimes sometimes not.
> 
> From: Awgertoo at aol.com
> Date: 2008/07/26 Sat PM 03:23:25 EDT
> To: Healey100M at gmail.com,  healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fuel Problems
> 
> Perhaps there is a crack or hole in the pickup tube allowing the pump to  
> suck air?
>  
> Best--Michael Oritt
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>  
>  
> In a message dated 7/26/2008 3:00:22 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
> Healey100M at gmail.com writes:
> 
> Today I  actually ran out of fuel with 5.5 gallons in the tank  
> on a flat  level stretch of highway. Coasted into a gas station, turned  
> the  ignition back on and the car started right up.
> 
> The car has 2 fuel  pumps, doesn't make a difference which I use.  
> Happens with  either.
> 
> Anyone have an idea what's going  on?
> 
> 
> 
> 
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From scthomton at yahoo.com  Sat Jul 26 15:22:00 2008
From: scthomton at yahoo.com (Steve Thomton)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 14:22:00 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Need some help on mini-starter
Message-ID: <487578.65178.qm@web50609.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Anyone with a mini-starter installed in a 6 cylinder Healey....do you have any
pictures of it in the car?   The starter came with a generic setting (it has a
large range of  potential installation settings), I need to know what the
orientation of the mini-starter is to clear everything.  Any help is
appreciated!! 
 
Steve Thomton
1963 BJ7 

From Jwhlyadv at aol.com  Sat Jul 26 15:57:00 2008
From: Jwhlyadv at aol.com (Jwhlyadv at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 17:57:00 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Robbie Cook's son
Message-ID: <d01.3707f79f.35bcf7ac@aol.com>

Received the following email from Robbie Cook of the Nashville  Austin Healey 
Club. Robbie's young son Will has received the following  diagnosis.
 
Robbie is not on our email list but I know he has many, many  friends that 
are. Robbie can be reached at _rcook_vw at email.com_ (mailto:rcook_vw at email.com)  
and his mailing address  will be in the AHCA Membership Book. I am sure the 
family would  appreciate a note of prayer and support.
 
Jim Werner
 
 
I just wanted all of you to know that Will Cook's  brain tumor is growing 
again after 6 months of no growth. We will know more  about treatment on Monday.
Please keep him in your  prayers.

Robbie
 



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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul 26 17:21:27 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 07:21:27 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Problems
In-Reply-To: <CF2399F4-D3FD-4963-8E02-419FFB8C8F93@gmail.com>
References: <CF2399F4-D3FD-4963-8E02-419FFB8C8F93@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807261621wfde628by2c7c351a7a85c05b@mail.gmail.com>

If you have added an inline fuel filter it sounds like it is plugged
up, probably with rust from your tank.  Replace the fuel filter - it
wil cause this exact problem.

Alan




On 7/27/08, Randy Hicks <Healey100M at gmail.com> wrote:
> Hi list, we're on a month long tour of the Pacific Northwest, Banff/
> Lake Louise and now Yellowstone & Tetons before we head back to the
> east coast and having a problem with the BJ8.
>
> With approx. 4.5 - 5.5 gallons left in the tank I start to get a lot
> of sputtering from lack of fuel on steep upgrades. A couple time the
> BJ8 quit but as soon as I fill it up it is fine regardless of hill
> grade. Today I actually ran out of fuel with 5.5 gallons in the tank
> on a flat level stretch of highway. Coasted into a gas station, turned
> the ignition back on and the car started right up.
>
> It is hot outside (85 degrees) and we are at altitude approx. 7000 ft.
>
> Carbs are balanced and leaned out slightly because of the altitude.
> They seem to be in good adjustment. Idle is good & it runs very strong
> when full of fuel. Car is not running hot. Tried 2 different gas caps,
> no help.
>
> The car has 2 fuel pumps, doesn't make a difference which I use.
> Happens with either.
>
> Anyone have an idea what's going on?
>
> TIA
>
> Randy
>
> Randy Hicks
> '56 100M
> '62 BN7 MkII
> '65 BJ8
> '53 MGTD
> Healey100M at gmail.com
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'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From pennell at cox.net  Sat Jul 26 18:36:15 2008
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 20:36:15 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Problems
In-Reply-To: <CF2399F4-D3FD-4963-8E02-419FFB8C8F93@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20080726203615.79010.36066.imail@eastrmwml37>

Randy,

Sounds like a clog in the tank.  With low fuel the trash builds up at the pickup in the tank.  When you fill up the trash is suspended and not a problem for a while.

That's my opinion and I am sticking to it!!!!

Keith Pennell

> Hi list, we're on a month long tour of the Pacific Northwest, Banff/ 
> Lake Louise and now Yellowstone & Tetons before we head back to the  
> east coast and having a problem with the BJ8.
> 
> With approx. 4.5 - 5.5 gallons left in the tank I start to get a lot  
> of sputtering from lack of fuel on steep upgrades. A couple time the  
> BJ8 quit but as soon as I fill it up it is fine regardless of hill  
> grade. Today I actually ran out of fuel with 5.5 gallons in the tank  
> on a flat level stretch of highway. Coasted into a gas station, turned  
> the ignition back on and the car started right up.
> 
> It is hot outside (85 degrees) and we are at altitude approx. 7000 ft.
> 
> Carbs are balanced and leaned out slightly because of the altitude.  
> They seem to be in good adjustment. Idle is good & it runs very strong  
> when full of fuel. Car is not running hot. Tried 2 different gas caps,  
> no help.
> 
> The car has 2 fuel pumps, doesn't make a difference which I use.  
> Happens with either.
> 
> Anyone have an idea what's going on?
> 
> TIA
> 
> Randy

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Sat Jul 26 20:19:07 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 19:19:07 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] fuel problems
Message-ID: <003b01c8ef8f$265dea70$5201a8c0@Jim>

i vote with alan.  here in vegas we get a lot of grotty fuel.  when i start
the long climb back to the old folks home, i can tell instantly that i am
having a filter problem, because it starts to fart and beller and i have to
creep on home.  change the filter and all is fine for a while till i get some
bad gas again.   going downhill i never notice any problem, and amount of fuel
is irrelevant.    healeymanjim

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Sat Jul 26 20:23:22 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 19:23:22 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
Message-ID: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim>

has anyone other than me had any problem using synthetic oils and having all
the seals and gaskets start to leak.  modern cars are designed for synthetics,
but my old healey was not happy with synthetic oil.   BTW, i had no leaks i my
bn6 trans until i put in redline and now it is oozing.  could be coincidence,
or not.  anyone else notice this?   healeymanjim.

From eschulz at frontiernet.net  Sat Jul 26 21:50:44 2008
From: eschulz at frontiernet.net (Elton Schulz)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 23:50:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
Message-ID: <006c01c8ef9b$f2b88f10$bf5d6546@655vb01>

Fellow listers,
The radio antenna for my vintage radio is mounted on the right front fender of
my BJ7. I'm not sure I like it's location. I think it detracts from the look
of the car. Since I'm restoring the car, I'm considering closing the hole in
the fender and relocating the antenna so it's not so obtrusive. Where have you
mounted your antenna on your cars? Any options out there where the antenna
does not protrude from the sheet metal (i.e. more invisible)?
Elton
BJ7 in progress

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Jul 26 22:02:28 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:02:28 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
In-Reply-To: <006c01c8ef9b$f2b88f10$bf5d6546@655vb01>
References: <006c01c8ef9b$f2b88f10$bf5d6546@655vb01>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807262102x4c3dbec2u135205f9f27a2ee@mail.gmail.com>

Elton -

Check out any decent online hot rodders shop, they all sell hideaway
antennas.  The downside of this is the reception may not be as good.  Here's
a couple of samples I found:

http://autoloc.carshopinc.com/product_info.php/products_id/9206/HAB

http://www.ecshylites.citymax.com/page/page/761353.htm

I reckon a mounting inside the rear bumper would be pretty good, or possibly
under the padded dash if you can fit it under there somewhere.

Of course the alternative is to go with 12V powered computer speakers and
your iPod then you won't have to deal with any of this annoying wiring
business.

Best,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 11:50 AM, Elton Schulz <eschulz at frontiernet.net>wrote:

> Fellow listers,
> The radio antenna for my vintage radio is mounted on the right front fender
> of
> my BJ7. I'm not sure I like it's location. I think it detracts from the
> look
> of the car. Since I'm restoring the car, I'm considering closing the hole
> in
> the fender and relocating the antenna so it's not so obtrusive. Where have
> you
> mounted your antenna on your cars? Any options out there where the antenna
> does not protrude from the sheet metal (i.e. more invisible)?
> Elton
> BJ7 in progress
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Jul 26 23:13:41 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 22:13:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
In-Reply-To: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim>
References: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim>
Message-ID: <488C0405.6070300@pacbell.net>

Jim,

The same happened to a friend of mine in his early BN1 #484.  Years ago 
he did an oil change to Mobile 1.  He got up the next morning to find it 
all over his garage floor.  That was enough for me to stay with Dino Oil.

He's on this List.  Maybe he'll chime in now with the whole story.

Bill Barnett
BN1M

James Shope wrote:
> has anyone other than me had any problem using synthetic oils and having all
> the seals and gaskets start to leak.  modern cars are designed for synthetics,
> but my old healey was not happy with synthetic oil.   BTW, i had no leaks i my
> bn6 trans until i put in redline and now it is oozing.  could be coincidence,
> or not.  anyone else notice this?   healeymanjim.
> _______________________________________________

From britishcars at shaw.ca  Sat Jul 26 23:15:28 2008
From: britishcars at shaw.ca (PG)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 22:15:28 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster
Message-ID: <000301c8efa7$c8a43240$6602a8c0@ecarecenters.net>

Hi all,

 

The Brakes on my BJ8 have become rock hard and I suspect the Brake
Booster..I"ll test it tomorrow for vacumn.

 

In the meantime, how difficult is the rebuild and how long should I budget
the car to be off the road for?

 

I also seam to recall a discussion a couple of years ago regarding a dry
lubrication that was necessary???

 

Any tips appreciated.

 

Thanks

Paul

 

67BJ8

68TR250

47 Willy's

From ekiessling at sbcglobal.net  Sun Jul 27 00:28:44 2008
From: ekiessling at sbcglobal.net (edward kiessling)
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 23:28:44 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] bt7 conv top
Message-ID: <360491.87230.qm@web83204.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

What's the best way to fasten the top at the front tach- nails on top,or wrap iit
  around and also tack under trim piece? Any recommendations would be helpful.
  Thanks
  Les Roberts & Ted Kiessling

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul 27 01:11:19 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:11:19 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
In-Reply-To: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim>
References: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807270011x1c76fdefl58ed461679fb6823@mail.gmail.com>

Jim -

Its not the oil, its the weight. Lighter oils leak more.  If you put
MTL in your gearbox it'll leak more than 20-50.  I put MT90 in my box
and it leaks much less than before.

Alan



On 7/27/08, James  Shope <healeymanjim at hansencc.net> wrote:
> has anyone other than me had any problem using synthetic oils and having all
> the seals and gaskets start to leak.  modern cars are designed for
> synthetics,
> but my old healey was not happy with synthetic oil.   BTW, i had no leaks i
> my
> bn6 trans until i put in redline and now it is oozing.  could be
> coincidence,
> or not.  anyone else notice this?   healeymanjim.
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Jul 27 01:14:03 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:14:03 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster
In-Reply-To: <000301c8efa7$c8a43240$6602a8c0@ecarecenters.net>
References: <000301c8efa7$c8a43240$6602a8c0@ecarecenters.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807270014q4120622dt41e1749b5cd8dd79@mail.gmail.com>

Paul -

Rebuilding the booster won't take you more than an hour's worth of work,
it's an easy job unless the cylinder is shot.  If it's shot, then the thing
has to go to someone to be sleeved properly.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 1:15 PM, PG <britishcars at shaw.ca> wrote:

> Hi all,
>
>
>
> The Brakes on my BJ8 have become rock hard and I suspect the Brake
> Booster..I"ll test it tomorrow for vacumn.
>
>
>
> In the meantime, how difficult is the rebuild and how long should I budget
> the car to be off the road for?
>
>
>
> I also seam to recall a discussion a couple of years ago regarding a dry
> lubrication that was necessary???
>
>
>
> Any tips appreciated.
>
>
>
> Thanks
>
> Paul
>
>
>
> 67BJ8
>
> 68TR250
>
> 47 Willy's

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Sun Jul 27 04:54:13 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8Healeys)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 03:54:13 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster
In-Reply-To: <000301c8efa7$c8a43240$6602a8c0@ecarecenters.net>
References: <000301c8efa7$c8a43240$6602a8c0@ecarecenters.net>
Message-ID: <001001c8efd7$1b3d2be0$51b783a0$@rr.com>

Hi, Paul -

In my opinion, the hardest thing about rebuilding the booster is getting it
in and out of the car.  I think I spent a couple days on rebuilding mine.
The dry film lube is needed for the inside of the canister. I used an
air-dry spray product from Sandstrom:
http://www.sandstromproducts.com/solidfilm.htm

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of PG
Sent: Saturday, July 26, 2008 10:15 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster

Hi all,

 

The Brakes on my BJ8 have become rock hard and I suspect the Brake
Booster..I"ll test it tomorrow for vacumn.

 

In the meantime, how difficult is the rebuild and how long should I budget
the car to be off the road for?

 

I also seam to recall a discussion a couple of years ago regarding a dry
lubrication that was necessary???

 

Any tips appreciated.

 

Thanks

Paul

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Jul 27 06:51:36 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 8:51:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
Message-ID: <20080727125136.OVE29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Right rear of the front wing--as yours is.  I like it there.  Some have put it on the right rear wing. but I don't like it at all there.  You could put a mount on the rear bumper attachments and mount it there.  I had a CB antenna there once and it looked pretty good.  But--at speed it tended to "flap" around a lot.
> 
> From: "Elton Schulz" <eschulz at frontiernet.net>
> Date: 2008/07/26 Sat PM 11:50:44 EDT
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
> 
> Fellow listers,
> The radio antenna for my vintage radio is mounted on the right front fender of
> my BJ7. I'm not sure I like it's location. I think it detracts from the look
> of the car. Since I'm restoring the car, I'm considering closing the hole in
> the fender and relocating the antenna so it's not so obtrusive. Where have you
> mounted your antenna on your cars? Any options out there where the antenna
> does not protrude from the sheet metal (i.e. more invisible)?
> Elton
> BJ7 in progress
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Jul 27 06:58:49 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 8:58:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
Message-ID: <20080727125849.UVLJ13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

When I had my BJ8 engine rebuilt in 01, I added synthetic.  No leaks---really----but---------I found the synthetic caused a delay---yes a delay--in lubrication upon starting which caused a distinct engine knock till the oil was fully distributed.  Makes no sense, since it it "more slippery", but that is how it reacted in my car.  Took it out, added Val 20/50 VR1 racing oil and never any more knocking upon starting.
tom 
> 
> From: "Mr. Bill" <bn1 at pacbell.net>
> Date: 2008/07/27 Sun AM 01:13:41 EDT
> To: healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] synthetic oils
> 
> Jim,
> 
> The same happened to a friend of mine in his early BN1 #484.  Years ago 
> he did an oil change to Mobile 1.  He got up the next morning to find it 
> all over his garage floor.  That was enough for me to stay with Dino Oil.
> 
> He's on this List.  Maybe he'll chime in now with the whole story.
> 
> Bill Barnett
> BN1M
> 
> James Shope wrote:
> > has anyone other than me had any problem using synthetic oils and having all
> > the seals and gaskets start to leak.  modern cars are designed for synthetics,
> > but my old healey was not happy with synthetic oil.   BTW, i had no leaks i my
> > bn6 trans until i put in redline and now it is oozing.  could be coincidence,
> > or not.  anyone else notice this?   healeymanjim.
> > _______________________________________________
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
> 
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Jul 27 07:03:22 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 9:03:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster
Message-ID: <20080727130322.BDYP29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

FWIW, after trying to rebuild my original and not having any luck, my mechanic put an aftermarket booster on my BJ8.  Works perfectly.
> 
> From: "BJ8Healeys" <sbyers at ec.rr.com>
> Date: 2008/07/27 Sun AM 06:54:13 EDT
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Brake Booster
> 
> Hi, Paul -
> 
> In my opinion, the hardest thing about rebuilding the booster is getting it
> in and out of the car.  I think I spent a couple days on rebuilding mine.
> The dry film lube is needed for the inside of the canister. I used an
> air-dry spray product from Sandstrom:
> http://www.sandstromproducts.com/solidfilm.htm
> 
> Steve Byers
> HBJ8L/36666
> BJ8 Registry
> Havelock, NC  USA
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of PG
> Sent: Saturday, July 26, 2008 10:15 PM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster
> 
> Hi all,
> 
>  
> 
> The Brakes on my BJ8 have become rock hard and I suspect the Brake
> Booster..I"ll test it tomorrow for vacumn.
> 
>  
> 
> In the meantime, how difficult is the rebuild and how long should I budget
> the car to be off the road for?
> 
>  
> 
> I also seam to recall a discussion a couple of years ago regarding a dry
> lubrication that was necessary???
> 
>  
> 
> Any tips appreciated.
> 
>  
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Paul
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Sun Jul 27 07:39:25 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 13:39:25 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster
Message-ID: <072720081339.27827.488C7A8D0008E0F900006CB3220702157304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Actually, there are two cylinders;  the main/master cylinder and one to actuate the air/vacuum valve (three if you count the vacuum canister as a cylinder).

I recommend spending a half-hour or so studying the manual so you know exactly how the servo (booster) works.  Instructions come with the rebuild kits.  Study the unit--maybe take notes and/or photos--as you take it apart.  What usually fails is the "gland" seal that seals the vacuum piston shaft.  Make sure the check valve works.  Unfortunately no one makes new ones and used ones are hard to find (check with BCS).  Probably a good time to replace the vacuum hose from the manifold to the servo.

You may or may not need the dry lubricant depending on the miles on the booster.  Probably a good idea to use it.  Sandstrom has a minimum order and hazmat issues ... expect to pay up to $50.

If you send the body out for re-sleeving, make sure the shop doesn't sandblast the air/vacuum valve area (or the threads to the brake lines).

It's arguably a "fun" job.


bs

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***************************************************************
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'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

From Warthodson at aol.com  Sun Jul 27 08:05:59 2008
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:05:59 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Transmission Conversions
Message-ID: <d25.2e872c2e.35bddac7@aol.com>

I recently read the article in the June 2008 issue of the Austin  Healey 
magazine by Tracy Drummond concerning a Smitty transmission conversion  & I 
noticed the pilot bushing bearing was installed in the flywheel, not in  the crank 
shaft. What is the reason/benefit for this?
Also, do you think the reason the original bearing (mentioned in the  
article) failed was because it was brass when it should have been bronze?  Or was 
there some other reason?   
Gary Hodson



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From fmags at cox.net  Sun Jul 27 09:05:55 2008
From: fmags at cox.net (Frank Magnusson)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:05:55 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] brake booster
Message-ID: <7B1BE7D2E9FC46C1AC1E47A78E6DE72C@FrankPC>

Hi Paul,  Your problem may be a brake hose.  Quite a few years ago I had one
of the front brake hoses collapse on itself from age and if I remember
correctly the pedal got quite hard.  Basically when you step on the pedal
brake fluid goes out to the caliper and then when you release, the hose
collapsed on itself trapping pressure out at the caliper.

A simple test is to unscrew the bleeder screw a half a turn or so, see if any
fluid comes out, tighten it back up and then press the pedal and see if it is
still hard.  If the hose is collapsing on itself, fluid will come out of the
bleeder screw; it's the only place it can go.  Although as I remember, the
pressure will bleed itself off after a couple days.  You'll want to try both
calipers.  If it is one of the brake hoses, replace them both; the other can't
be far behind.

I am interested in what you find out about the brake booster; I'm going to do
mine this fall.  It was hard to find the kit; everybody wants to sell you a
whole booster for about $400.  I think I got the overhaul kit from Norman Nock
for about $40.  There are several different manufacturers of servos that were
on the cars; Lockheed and Girling I think?  I did a brake booster on a Triumph
a few years ago and it wasn't very difficult.  Hardest part was getting it
apart; had to make a tool; it's probably in the service manual how to overhaul
it and if any special tools are required.

Good luck,
Frank
'65 BJ8

<Hi all,
The Brakes on my BJ8 have become rock hard and I suspect the Brake
Booster..I"ll test it tomorrow for vacumn.

 In the meantime, how difficult is the rebuild and how long should I budget
the car to be off the road for?

 I also seam to recall a discussion a couple of years ago regarding a dry
lubrication that was necessary???

 Any tips appreciated.

 Thanks

Paul>

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sun Jul 27 11:44:04 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:44:04 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
In-Reply-To: <20080727125136.OVE29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
References: <20080727125136.OVE29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <488CB3E4.6080703@pacbell.net>

Another friend of mine, also on this List and who I thought would 
answer, hid his horizontally under the rocker panel.  As I remember the 
reception was pretty terrible BUT you couldn't see the antenna.  :-)   
Maybe he'll verify that.?

I, too, have a CB antenna with a quick release on the RR bumper mount.  
My fiberglass antenna doesn't whip around at speed and when removed, the 
mount is hidden by the bumper.  I like it that way.  How many of you who 
went to Conclave even noticed it?

Bill Barnett
BN1M

tomfelts at windstream.net wrote:
> Right rear of the front wing--as yours is.  I like it there.  Some have put it on the right rear wing. but I don't like it at all there.  You could put a mount on the rear bumper attachments and mount it there.  I had a CB antenna there once and it looked pretty good.  But--at speed it tended to "flap" around a lot.
>   
>> From: "Elton Schulz" <eschulz at frontiernet.net>
>> Date: 2008/07/26 Sat PM 11:50:44 EDT
>> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
>>
>> Fellow listers,
>> The radio antenna for my vintage radio is mounted on the right front fender of
>> my BJ7. I'm not sure I like it's location. I think it detracts from the look
>> of the car. Since I'm restoring the car, I'm considering closing the hole in
>> the fender and relocating the antenna so it's not so obtrusive. Where have you
>> mounted your antenna on your cars? Any options out there where the antenna
>> does not protrude from the sheet metal (i.e. more invisible)?
>> Elton
>> BJ7 in progress
>> _______________________________________________
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From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Sun Jul 27 12:10:05 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 11:10:05 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Tonneau Cover
In-Reply-To: <d9b7a14d0807180357h7cf4b1edqcf1a41cc8d233dfb@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8CAB680803D3082-8E4-7088@webmail-nh08.sysops.aol.com>
	<d9b7a14d0807180357h7cf4b1edqcf1a41cc8d233dfb@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU117-W52F8429C3E7AA59530398ABF800@phx.gbl>

Hi Phil,
I just sent you pictures of my black 4 seater tonneau and soft top cover (at
least I believe it is) that I am looking to swap with anyone for a 2 seater
tonneau for my BN7.  They appear to be virtually new. (Vinyl)

Thanks,
Richard of KY
60 BN7 #440> Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:57:58 -0400> From: ah3000me at gmail.com>
To: philritten at aol.com> CC: healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [Healeys]
Tonneau Cover> > I have the same problem with mine, and I assume the tonneau
cover has lost> its stretch or shrunk with age.> > - tom> > On Thu, Jul 17,
2008 at 8:01 PM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:> > > I have a Tonneau cover that
I got with my 4 seater that doesn't quite seem> > to have the room to snap the
front couple of snaps on each side and be long> > enough to go over the
steering wheel or over the front snap. Someone> > mentioned it might be for a
2 seater. Would anyone out there like to trade> > me for a 4 seat cover?> >>
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Jul 27 12:21:47 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 14:21:47 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
Message-ID: <20080727182147.SDWW29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Mine was one of the skinny metal antenna's so it tended to flap around.  If I hook it up again, I'll use a larger one.  I did kinda like the looks of it.  My problem with the CB was that I couldn't hear it at speed.  Don't think it had ear phone jacks either.
> 
> From: "Mr. Bill" <bn1 at pacbell.net>
> Date: 2008/07/27 Sun PM 01:44:04 EDT
> To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Radio antenna
> 
> Another friend of mine, also on this List and who I thought would 
> answer, hid his horizontally under the rocker panel.  As I remember the 
> reception was pretty terrible BUT you couldn't see the antenna.  :-)   
> Maybe he'll verify that.?
> 
> I, too, have a CB antenna with a quick release on the RR bumper mount.  
> My fiberglass antenna doesn't whip around at speed and when removed, the 
> mount is hidden by the bumper.  I like it that way.  How many of you who 
> went to Conclave even noticed it?
> 
> Bill Barnett
> BN1M
> 
> tomfelts at windstream.net wrote:
> > Right rear of the front wing--as yours is.  I like it there.  Some have put it on the right rear wing. but I don't like it at all there.  You could put a mount on the rear bumper attachments and mount it there.  I had a CB antenna there once and it looked pretty good.  But--at speed it tended to "flap" around a lot.
> >   
> >> From: "Elton Schulz" <eschulz at frontiernet.net>
> >> Date: 2008/07/26 Sat PM 11:50:44 EDT
> >> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> >> Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
> >>
> >> Fellow listers,
> >> The radio antenna for my vintage radio is mounted on the right front fender of
> >> my BJ7. I'm not sure I like it's location. I think it detracts from the look
> >> of the car. Since I'm restoring the car, I'm considering closing the hole in
> >> the fender and relocating the antenna so it's not so obtrusive. Where have you
> >> mounted your antenna on your cars? Any options out there where the antenna
> >> does not protrude from the sheet metal (i.e. more invisible)?
> >> Elton
> >> BJ7 in progress
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sun Jul 27 12:46:25 2008
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 11:46:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
In-Reply-To: <20080727182147.SDWW29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
References: <20080727182147.SDWW29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <488CC281.4080001@pacbell.net>

Hi Tom,

I bought a little 3" auxiliary speaker that can be easily heard when 
cranked up.  It sits on the parcel tray next to the small removable CB 
unit.  There's another fused hot lead there that powers the GPS.  Either 
lead can be quickly disconnected to run something else.

Bill

tomfelts at windstream.net wrote:
> Mine was one of the skinny metal antenna's so it tended to flap around.  If I hook it up again, I'll use a larger one.  I did kinda like the looks of it.  My problem with the CB was that I couldn't hear it at speed.  Don't think it had ear phone jacks either.
>   
>> From: "Mr. Bill" <bn1 at pacbell.net>
>> Date: 2008/07/27 Sun PM 01:44:04 EDT
>> To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Radio antenna
>>
>> Another friend of mine, also on this List and who I thought would 
>> answer, hid his horizontally under the rocker panel.  As I remember the 
>> reception was pretty terrible BUT you couldn't see the antenna.  :-)   
>> Maybe he'll verify that.?
>>
>> I, too, have a CB antenna with a quick release on the RR bumper mount.  
>> My fiberglass antenna doesn't whip around at speed and when removed, the 
>> mount is hidden by the bumper.  I like it that way.  How many of you who 
>> went to Conclave even noticed it?
>>
>> Bill Barnett
>> BN1M
>>
>> tomfelts at windstream.net wrote:
>>     
>>> Right rear of the front wing--as yours is.  I like it there.  Some have put it on the right rear wing. but I don't like it at all there.  You could put a mount on the rear bumper attachments and mount it there.  I had a CB antenna there once and it looked pretty good.  But--at speed it tended to "flap" around a lot.
>>>   
>>>       
>>>> From: "Elton Schulz" <eschulz at frontiernet.net>
>>>> Date: 2008/07/26 Sat PM 11:50:44 EDT
>>>> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
>>>> Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
>>>>
>>>> Fellow listers,
>>>> The radio antenna for my vintage radio is mounted on the right front fender of
>>>> my BJ7. I'm not sure I like it's location. I think it detracts from the look
>>>> of the car. Since I'm restoring the car, I'm considering closing the hole in
>>>> the fender and relocating the antenna so it's not so obtrusive. Where have you
>>>> mounted your antenna on your cars? Any options out there where the antenna
>>>> does not protrude from the sheet metal (i.e. more invisible)?
>>>> Elton
>>>> BJ7 in progress
>>>> _______________________________________________

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Jul 27 12:55:56 2008
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (Rick Neville)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 11:55:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Mystery of the WOT - Solved
Message-ID: <911181.90512.qm@web51406.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

You may remember a couple of weeks ago I posted I was stumped by my BJ7 going
to wide-open-throttle  at start-up.  All those who thought "throttle linkage",
give yourself a pat on the back.  It was actually  Norman Nock who  provided 
the best clue, when he said I couldn't get to  WOT without the butterflies
being opened.  Sure enough,  I checked again and the butterflies were opened a
bit with the throttle closed.  I disconnected all the linkage, but they still
weren't closing all the way.  Took the carbs off, separated the connecting
linkage and the throttles closed completely.  The aha! moment hit.  Because I
couldn't locate an original BJ7 throttle coupling shaft, I had to fab one up
from two individual shafts, one which had a throttle stop, the other with the
bellcrank.  I connected the two with a flexible coupling spring.  I was wary
of cutting one of the coupling shafts too short so I made a number of cuts
until I had a snug fit of
 the shaft between the two carbs.  Problem was, it was too snug and was
putting enough pressure on each throttle shaft to bind them up without
allowing the butterflies to completely close.  A little grinding off the end
of one of the shafts and problem solved.

A special thanks to Ed, also, who offered a bunch of helpful suggestions and
encouraged me to keep at it until I found the problem. 

Happy Healeying,
Rick

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Sun Jul 27 13:57:19 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:57:19 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Tops, Tonneaus and Covers ..... questions.
Message-ID: <523039.11084.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hi Listers,

1.  Tops:  I recently bought a VERY cheap new black vinyl soft top for my BJ8
on ebay.  I was careless and did not pay attention to the details, as the ad
said 'all big healey models bla bla'.  It arrived with 12 stud snappers around
the rear of the hood - no good for the BJ8.  But still a nice top - anyone
interested in it email me off line at rnb at ix.netcom.com
Question - where should I go for a good BJ8 top - the canvas mercedes type of
material?
2.  Tonneau:  I have a tonneau that came with the car 20 years ago.  It fits
the car, but has 5 snapper studs around the rear and 2 on each side.  I
believe only 2 are used on the BJ8 at the rear, so I have 3 unused studs in
the middle.  Which healey uses 5 rear snappers?
Question;  where should i go for a good BJ8 tonneau in the future?
3.  Top Cover/Boot:  I have no cover - where should I go to get a good cover.

Appreciate your BJ8 experiences on price, quality and fit.

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Sun Jul 27 14:32:04 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 16:32:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] brake booster
In-Reply-To: <7B1BE7D2E9FC46C1AC1E47A78E6DE72C@FrankPC>
References: <7B1BE7D2E9FC46C1AC1E47A78E6DE72C@FrankPC>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807271332v622cc9ado2c1c853c4c7b18c3@mail.gmail.com>

I test drove a BJ8 that didn't have the booster -- the brake line went from
the master cylinder to the proportioning valve.   The brake pedal was firm,
but the car seemed easy to stop.

Are the brake boosters a safety issue, or more for convenience and ease of
use?  Older 3000s didn't have them.

On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 11:05 AM, Frank Magnusson <fmags at cox.net> wrote:

> Hi Paul,  Your problem may be a brake hose.  Quite a few years ago I had
> one
> of the front brake hoses collapse on itself from age and if I remember
> correctly the pedal got quite hard.  Basically when you step on the pedal
> brake fluid goes out to the caliper and then when you release, the hose
> collapsed on itself trapping pressure out at the caliper.
>
> A simple test is to unscrew the bleeder screw a half a turn or so, see if
> any
> fluid comes out, tighten it back up and then press the pedal and see if it
> is
> still hard.  If the hose is collapsing on itself, fluid will come out of
> the
> bleeder screw; it's the only place it can go.  Although as I remember, the
> pressure will bleed itself off after a couple days.  You'll want to try
> both
> calipers.  If it is one of the brake hoses, replace them both; the other
> can't
> be far behind.
>
> I am interested in what you find out about the brake booster; I'm going to
> do
> mine this fall.  It was hard to find the kit; everybody wants to sell you a
> whole booster for about $400.  I think I got the overhaul kit from Norman
> Nock
> for about $40.  There are several different manufacturers of servos that
> were
> on the cars; Lockheed and Girling I think?  I did a brake booster on a
> Triumph
> a few years ago and it wasn't very difficult.  Hardest part was getting it
> apart; had to make a tool; it's probably in the service manual how to
> overhaul
> it and if any special tools are required.
>
> Good luck,
> Frank
> '65 BJ8
>
> <Hi all,
> The Brakes on my BJ8 have become rock hard and I suspect the Brake
> Booster..I"ll test it tomorrow for vacumn.
>
>  In the meantime, how difficult is the rebuild and how long should I budget
> the car to be off the road for?
>
>  I also seam to recall a discussion a couple of years ago regarding a dry
> lubrication that was necessary???
>
>  Any tips appreciated.
>
>  Thanks
>
> Paul>
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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sun Jul 27 14:45:40 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:45:40 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] brake booster
Message-ID: <004501c8f029$bfdc7280$0200a8c0@tm4>

Hello there,

 

For documentation, scroll down to the Brakes section in :

http://volvo1800pictures.com/sweden/Volvo_1800_dokumentation_main_page_en.ht
m

The original Girling literature is there.

 

 

The Brakes section of the green Volvo Service Manuals also includes a very
good section on how it works.

 

I have rebuild about 2-3, and it's a bit of a job.. The following parts are
available from various sources:

- rebuild kit

- little plastic valves on the T-piece

- air filter

- the big vacuum piston.

 

The rebuild kit is usually sufficient..

 

 

If you go for replacements, there are 2 available:

-          Lockheed

-          PBR

 

But keep in mind they have different characteristics of assisting the
braking power.

From jackson_krall at yahoo.com  Sun Jul 27 15:15:39 2008
From: jackson_krall at yahoo.com (Jackson Krall)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 14:15:39 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Tops, Tonneaus and Covers ..... questions.
In-Reply-To: <523039.11084.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <82724.75218.qm@web52404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

For the canvas top try Caribou Canvas 
http://www.esportscarparts.com/CaribouTops/index.htm


--- On Sun, 7/27/08, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Tops, Tonneaus and Covers ..... questions.
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Sunday, July 27, 2008, 3:57 PM
> Hi Listers,
> 

> Question - where should I go for a good BJ8 top - the
> canvas mercedes type of
> material?

From phillip.leslie at sbcglobal.net  Sun Jul 27 16:11:36 2008
From: phillip.leslie at sbcglobal.net (Phillip Leslie)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:11:36 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
Message-ID: <626617.78124.qm@web83104.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

First, thanks to all who helped me with my BJ8's overdrive problem. It was a faulty relay. The current problem is an oil leak through the drain hole in the bottom of the clutch housing. It's the hole with the cotter key in it. This started right after I filled the trans and overdrive with Redline MTL. Could an overfill cause this? The dip stick is showing oil above the "high" line. I followed the manual regarding the required number of U.S. pints but it appears to be overfilled. Before I start draining the $10 per quart oil I thought I'd check with the experts.

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Sun Jul 27 16:50:38 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 18:50:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Motor Oil API-SL
Message-ID: <000c01c8f03b$30df33d0$021919ac@valued28addca9>

Went to Tractor Supply Co today and found API-SL motor oil in several grades.
It is their brand - Traveller - , is conventional oil and was only 2.49 per
qt. 30 wt. nd oil as well. Sounded good to me!

Bob Johnson
BJ8

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Sun Jul 27 17:18:56 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 17:18:56 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
In-Reply-To: <626617.78124.qm@web83104.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20080727231841.C0CA418766D@autox.team.net>

The dipstick mark is such that the fluid level is below the input shaft
height. Anything above that will allow the fluid to be more easily passed
through the shaft lip seal, which is probably 40+ years old and hard as a
wedding p....
 If it wasn't leaking before overfilling, then you know what you have to do.
Dave

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Phillip Leslie
Sent: Sunday, July 27, 2008 4:12 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing

First, thanks to all who helped me with my BJ8's overdrive problem. It was a
faulty relay. The current problem is an oil leak through the drain hole in
the bottom of the clutch housing. It's the hole with the cotter key in it.
This started right after I filled the trans and overdrive with Redline MTL.
Could an overfill cause this? The dip stick is showing oil above the "high"
line. I followed the manual regarding the required number of U.S. pints but
it appears to be overfilled. Before I start draining the $10 per quart oil I
thought I'd check with the experts.
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Sun Jul 27 20:45:43 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:45:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BN7 car numbers
Message-ID: <003f01c8f05c$07f58ed0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

John,

I would be checking back with BMIHT first. You may well have a certificate
from them with a simple body number misprint. Sounds like your body number
would be just about right if it was 13792. That would set everything else just
about spot on, wouldn't it?

They have been known to make plenty of clerical errors before, and will
again.

Rich Chrysler
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: stella67 at aol.com
  To: richchrysler at quickclic.net ; TRICARB at aol.com
  Sent: Sunday, July 27, 2008 10:19 PM
  Subject: BN7 car numbers


  I am restoring a BN 7 MK II to original specs.  I purchased the car in
Canada from an owner who purchased the car in Canada from and owner who bought
the car from a Florida Owner.  I have replaced the frame with an exact
replacement.  During the time I took the car apart I was careful to record all
details (this is the 6th Healey I have restored over the last 30 + years.
This one has me wondering what I have.  I noticed nothing unusual about the
frame or construction of this car.  All numbers appear to match in every way I
can find.  With the exception of the car/body number.  The British Motor
Industry Heritage Trust Certificate tells me that the number on this car are:

  Car/Chassis Number - H-BN7-L-14048
  Body Number - 12792
  Engine Number - 29E=RU-H/315
  Car Built - May 9-10 1961
  Date dispatched July18, 1961

  The car, engine and body plates match the British Heritage information. The
problem with this is the numbers don't make sense, especially the Body Number
12792.  According to Clausager's book the BN7 Mark II started with car number
13751 engine number 101.  This is a thousand car numbers off.  These are the
same numbers shown in Gary Anderson/Roger Moment's book and a number of
others.   The car is a very early BN7 Mark II - it has the smaller balance
tube on the carbs.  All the car Lucas numbers are from 1960 to early 1961
(generator, starter, relays, etc).  As late as December 1960 the numbers are
in the 13000's.  I have been trying to discover the reason for this numbering
sequence.  None of the other cars I have restored have had these kinds of
discrepancies.  I have had certificates on all of them and traced each of
their production and ownership records.  Minor number discrepancies are easy
to account for but this i s a huge discrepancy.

  I am wondering if any of you have an idea why this number is so far off.
More importantly why is there such a large gap in the numbers.  Do you know of
any other cars with this discrepancy?

  Any suggestion or recommendations would be appreciated.

  John McElrath
  s

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From eschulz at frontiernet.net  Sun Jul 27 22:09:19 2008
From: eschulz at frontiernet.net (Elton Schulz)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:09:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Radio Antenna
Message-ID: <009a01c8f067$b5603ce0$bf5d6546@655vb01>

Fellow listers,
Thanks for all your good ideas. Much appreciated!
Elton
BJ7 in progress

From RonFineEsq at earthlink.net  Sun Jul 27 22:39:13 2008
From: RonFineEsq at earthlink.net (Ron Fine)
Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 21:39:13 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
References: <006c01c8ef9b$f2b88f10$bf5d6546@655vb01>
	<ff59076c0807262102x4c3dbec2u135205f9f27a2ee@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5822DDDB6149416EB8B9CED7C5152BDA@XPS400>

Am I correct in my understanding that these hidden antennas will not work 
well or at all for AM radio??

Ron

> Check out any decent online hot rodders shop, they all sell hideaway
> antennas.  The downside of this is the reception may not be as good. 
> Here's
> a couple of samples I found:
>
> http://autoloc.carshopinc.com/product_info.php/products_id/9206/HAB
>
> http://www.ecshylites.citymax.com/page/page/761353.htm

From pieterscheen at optusnet.com.au  Mon Jul 28 00:26:52 2008
From: pieterscheen at optusnet.com.au (pieter scheenhouwer)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:26:52 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] rear discs found
Message-ID: <200807280626.m6S6QnMo018573@mail02.syd.optusnet.com.au>

All,

 A few months ago I asked the question about rear discs to fit the
conversion as sold by Cape/ Welch/SC Prts. After much searching of
catalogues I have discovered that the front disc from a BMW 318i (E36) is
pretty close. A local firm is machining a set for me with the correct bolt
holes and centre hole and reducing the overall diameter slightly. The total
cost for a pair of discs is AUS$210 including supply of the original discs
and the machining work. If anybody is interested in going down this path I
can either supply a set here or pass on the model number of the disc and the
required machining sizes,

Cheers

Pieter

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Mon Jul 28 04:58:08 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8Healeys)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 03:58:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BN7 car numbers
In-Reply-To: <003f01c8f05c$07f58ed0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <003f01c8f05c$07f58ed0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <000701c8f0a0$d1d80d10$75882730$@rr.com>

" The car, engine and body plates match the British Heritage information"

John, if I'm reading you correctly it isn't that the BMIHT certificate has
an error and doesn't agree with the body plate.  It is that the body plate
has the same number as on the certificate, and those numbers don't agree
with the manufacturing info available from Clausager and Anderson/Moment.

In that case, whoever stamped the body number on the plate appears to have
made a typo and it was recorded that way in the original BMIHT records.  If
the BMIHT records say the body number is 12792, then they won't change your
certificate to match reality.  Your car will just be an anomaly.  Although I
can't prove it at this point, in the BJ8 registry I have quite a few
batch/body numbers recorded from the actual body plates that don't match the
usual pattern.  I think these are just mistakes in stamping.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

----------------------

On Behalf Of Rich C
Sent: Sunday, July 27, 2008 7:46 PM
To: Healeys
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BN7 car numbers

John,

I would be checking back with BMIHT first. You may well have a certificate
from them with a simple body number misprint. Sounds like your body number
would be just about right if it was 13792. That would set everything else
just
about spot on, wouldn't it?

They have been known to make plenty of clerical errors before, and will
again.

Rich Chrysler

From JNBrashear at garverengineers.com  Mon Jul 28 08:05:40 2008
From: JNBrashear at garverengineers.com (Brashear, Jack, N)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:05:40 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster - Aftermarket
In-Reply-To: <000301c8efa7$c8a43240$6602a8c0@ecarecenters.net>
Message-ID: <2D0989D186D44349BE853EE6CFC87AE603FA9338@glitas07.garverinc.local>

This is just FYI so don't bother reading if you're into strict
originality. A couple of years ago I sent in an article to Healey Marque
(since Reid became editor) about an aftermarket booster I put on my BT7.
The article had some photos and gave lots of details.  BTW, it works
just fine and it cost about $200 (then).  The article was intended for
those who turn their own wrenches.  The article may be in the Healey
archives if you'd care to look.
Jack

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+jnbrashear=garverengineers.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+jnbrashear=garverengineers.com at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of PG
Sent: Sunday, July 27, 2008 12:15 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Booster

Hi all,



The Brakes on my BJ8 have become rock hard and I suspect the Brake
Booster..I"ll test it tomorrow for vacumn.



In the meantime, how difficult is the rebuild and how long should I
budget
the car to be off the road for?



I also seam to recall a discussion a couple of years ago regarding a dry
lubrication that was necessary???



Any tips appreciated.



Thanks

Paul



67BJ8

68TR250

47 Willy's

From pennell at cox.net  Mon Jul 28 08:25:28 2008
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:25:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
In-Reply-To: <20080727231841.C0CA418766D@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <20080728102528.IEUKP.49724.imail@eastrmwml37>

All,

What Dave says makes sense.  Rather than pull the drain plug to reduce the level, how does this sound?  Place a bowl on the floor beneath the drain plug.  Check the amount of fluid collected each day.  (You may even be able to reuse what leaks later?)  When the amount of leak stops or becomes tolerable, your're done!  The level will adjust itself on its own!

Just a thought
Keith Pennell

> The dipstick mark is such that the fluid level is below the input shaft
> height. Anything above that will allow the fluid to be more easily passed
> through the shaft lip seal, which is probably 40+ years old and hard as a
> wedding p....
>  If it wasn't leaking before overfilling, then you know what you have to do.
> Dave

From dan at warner-associates.com  Mon Jul 28 08:56:26 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:56:26 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <c62.3729d500.35bb9c3c@aol.com>
Message-ID: <000001c8f0c2$1eb94880$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

There is a switch on the back of your original radio you need to switch form
positive to negative ground.
Dan

From dan at warner-associates.com  Mon Jul 28 08:56:27 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:56:27 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Missing under load 64 BJ8
Message-ID: <000101c8f0c2$1f6762d0$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I am
going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps.

 

Daniel A Stromquist

Certified Public Accountant 
7801 East Bush Lake Rd, Suite 430 
Bloomington, MN  55439 
Home Phone:  952-949-2718 
Work Phone: 952-831-1340 Ext 1 
Work Fax: 952-831-5657 
Cell Phone: 952-994-2718 
Home E-mail:  danstromquist at comcast.net 
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From dan at warner-associates.com  Mon Jul 28 09:23:14 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:23:14 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
Message-ID: <000901c8f0c5$daebf720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Listers:

 

 

My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I am
going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps

 

Dan

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Mon Jul 28 09:34:11 2008
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (James  Shope)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:34:11 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] oil pressure
Message-ID: <007901c8f0c7$626e67e0$5201a8c0@Jim>

with it getting hotter and hotter each day here in vegas, i have watched my
oil pressure drop down to almost zero when idling after the oil has gotten
very hot.  i suspect the oil pump but i removed the valve cover to check
pressure at idle.  oil is coming out all of the rockers as normal, and when i
loosed the oil feed nut on the rocker arm, oil shot out all over my engine bay
at what i considered a very good pressure.  any idea what could be the
problem.  have checked bearings and they are in excellent shape.  could it be
the oil pump or something wrong in the oil distribution system?
healeymanjim

From dan at warner-associates.com  Mon Jul 28 09:55:53 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:55:53 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
Message-ID: <002301c8f0ca$6a6b3510$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

DELETE-TEST

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Mon Jul 28 10:19:58 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:19:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
References: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim> <488C0405.6070300@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <005401c8f0cd$c777fab0$021919ac@valued28addca9>

The fellow at Tractor Supply said, during our conversation, that he had put 
synthetic oil in his '58 Chevy pickup. It leaked like crazy for a few days 
then quit. He hypothesized that the new synthetic had to rejuvenate the 
seals and gaskets and once that was done life was good again.

Bob Johnson
BJ8
>
> The same happened to a friend of mine in his early BN1 #484.  Years ago
> he did an oil change to Mobile 1.  He got up the next morning to find it
> all over his garage floor.  That was enough for me to stay with Dino Oil.

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Jul 28 10:20:37 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:20:37 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
Message-ID: <072820081620.23140.488DF1D50004FF7D00005A64220075115004040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Dan,


Park the car in a dark garage with good ventilation (a contradiction, I know--maybe do this at night).  Open the bonnet and observe the engine closely while revving through the normal RPM range.

My guess is you'll see spark arcing somewhere, most likely on the distributor cap.  Replace cap, preferably with genuine Lucas cap.


bs

--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Dan Stromquist" <dan at warner-associates.com>
> Listers:
> 
>  
> 
>  
> 
> My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
> misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
> minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
> it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
> RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
> seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
> is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
> checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
> timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
> rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
> suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I am
> going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
> another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps
> 
>  
> 
> Dan
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From rwil at sbcglobal.net  Mon Jul 28 10:56:14 2008
From: rwil at sbcglobal.net (Roland Wilhelmy)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:56:14 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <000901c8f0c5$daebf720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
References: <000901c8f0c5$daebf720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <citr84hbefbvfk07iumoe8ln8tlqmq76ib@4ax.com>

Dan-

It certainly could be either faulty new parts or not quite rightly
installed good new parts.  Barring that ....

Maybe you could clarify your symptom description.
While cold, does the car start to miss as soon as you accelerate, or
does it only start to miss after it is warmed up?
If you pull the choke out do the symptoms go away?
If you leave it out of overdrive does it miss?
If you get the engine running above 3000 rpm, do the symptoms subside?
If you drive at, say 3500 rpm for a couple of miles do you get the
symptoms?
Are the symptoms dependent on the load on the engine, as in are they
dependent on how far down your foot is on the accelerator pedal?
Do the symptoms subside if you lift up a bit on the accelerator pedal,
or does it continue to run rough after that?


-Roland

On Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:23:14 -0500, you wrote:

::My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
::misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
::minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
::it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
::RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.

From dan at warner-associates.com  Mon Jul 28 11:13:36 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:13:36 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <072820081620.23140.488DF1D50004FF7D00005A64220075115004040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <002d01c8f0d5$45c88a90$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Good idea.  That was how I found a cracked coil about 35 years ago.
Dan



-----Original Message-----
From: Bob Spidell [mailto:bspidell at comcast.net] 
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 11:21 AM
To: Dan Stromquist; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8

Dan,


Park the car in a dark garage with good ventilation (a contradiction, I
know--maybe do this at night).  Open the bonnet and observe the engine
closely while revving through the normal RPM range.

My guess is you'll see spark arcing somewhere, most likely on the
distributor cap.  Replace cap, preferably with genuine Lucas cap.


bs

--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Dan Stromquist" <dan at warner-associates.com>
> Listers:
> 
>  
> 
>  
> 
> My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
> misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
> minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
> it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
> RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
> seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and
it
> is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
> checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
> timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
> rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.
I
> suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I
am
> going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
> another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps
> 
>  
> 
> Dan
> _______________________________________________
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> 
> Healeys at autox.team.net
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> 
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From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Mon Jul 28 11:17:33 2008
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8Healeys)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:17:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] oil pressure
In-Reply-To: <007901c8f0c7$626e67e0$5201a8c0@Jim>
References: <007901c8f0c7$626e67e0$5201a8c0@Jim>
Message-ID: <005901c8f0d5$d2f65b40$78e311c0$@rr.com>

Jim, I think that's typical for a Healey engine.  Since an engine rebuild in
1999 (I did not replace the oil pump), my BJ8 has run at just under 40 psi
on the gauge when fully warmed up.  On really hot days (such as we had on
the trip to and from Conclave), the oil pressure dropped to just above zero
at idle.  I am using 20W-50 Castrol with the ZDDPlus additive.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of James
Shope
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 8:34 AM
To: healeys
Subject: [Healeys] oil pressure

with it getting hotter and hotter each day here in vegas, i have watched my
oil pressure drop down to almost zero when idling after the oil has gotten
very hot.  i suspect the oil pump but i removed the valve cover to check
pressure at idle.  oil is coming out all of the rockers as normal, and when
i
loosed the oil feed nut on the rocker arm, oil shot out all over my engine
bay
at what i considered a very good pressure.  any idea what could be the
problem.  have checked bearings and they are in excellent shape.  could it
be
the oil pump or something wrong in the oil distribution system?
healeymanjim

From grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net  Mon Jul 28 12:13:43 2008
From: grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net (Jerry Costanzo)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 11:13:43 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] head  water outlet back to radiator
Message-ID: <003601c8f0dd$abf70370$0300a8c0@cardinalhealth.net>

Does anyone know if the water outlet back to the top of radiator is the same
bolt pattern as the universal replacements?  I need one that has a turn toward
the radiator.

Jerry

From maxandreb1 at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 28 12:21:15 2008
From: maxandreb1 at yahoo.com (Maurice Maxwell)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 11:21:15 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
Message-ID: <699480.82319.qm@web58207.mail.re3.yahoo.com>

Why not remove some oil from the tranny by using a rubber tube attached to something like a turkey baster through the dipstick hole?

Max
1961 BT-7

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Mon Jul 28 12:22:13 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:22:13 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <000101c8f0c2$1f6762d0$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <20080728182201.EE5D818789B@autox.team.net>

If it misses randomly, no one cylinder in particular then it's probably a
bad condenser.
Dave

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Dan Stromquist
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 8:56 AM
To: 'Healey List Emails'
Cc: 'Advanced Distributors'
Subject: [Healeys] Missing under load 64 BJ8

My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I am
going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps.

 

Daniel A Stromquist

Certified Public Accountant 
7801 East Bush Lake Rd, Suite 430 
Bloomington, MN  55439 
Home Phone:  952-949-2718 
Work Phone: 952-831-1340 Ext 1 
Work Fax: 952-831-5657 
Cell Phone: 952-994-2718 
Home E-mail:  danstromquist at comcast.net 
Work E-mail: dan at warner-associates.com 

 

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From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Jul 28 14:29:13 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:29:13 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] reversing polarity 66 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <000001c8f0c2$1eb94880$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <CAEFIEOOGMCKMBLEKCFNIEDLCHAA.shop@justbrits.com>

<<There is a switch on the back of your original radio you need to switch
form positive to negative ground.>>

Might just be a 'plug' also, Dan !!

From dan at warner-associates.com  Mon Jul 28 13:38:05 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:38:05 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <citr84hbefbvfk07iumoe8ln8tlqmq76ib@4ax.com>
Message-ID: <004101c8f0e9$74d37340$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Roland:
1.  Only misses after warmed up and comes on gradually until I don't think I
can even make it back. 
2.  Does not seem to miss when it is cold but hisses, coughs and sputters
when I hit the gas hard while at idle even when warmed up for a few minutes
under no load (with the choke all the way out does help). We put in rich
needles in the carbs.  I am going to put a meter on the exhaust and check
the mixture at high speed load as well as at idle.  Even after fully warmed
up sometimes I think it is going to outright quit when I come to a stop
light and the RPM drops to about 500.
3.  It misses whether in overdrive or not but is much more noticeable under
load especially while in OD and running at around 2200-3000 RPM.  It does
miss at higher RPM but not as bad or noticeable it seems to me.
4.  The symptoms seem to subside when I let up on the load and cruise easy (
I baby it back home worried it will quit on me).
Dan



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Roland Wilhelmy
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 11:56 AM
To: 'Austin Healey list'
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8

Dan-

It certainly could be either faulty new parts or not quite rightly
installed good new parts.  Barring that ....

Maybe you could clarify your symptom description.
While cold, does the car start to miss as soon as you accelerate, or
does it only start to miss after it is warmed up?
If you pull the choke out do the symptoms go away?
If you leave it out of overdrive does it miss?
If you get the engine running above 3000 rpm, do the symptoms subside?
If you drive at, say 3500 rpm for a couple of miles do you get the
symptoms?
Are the symptoms dependent on the load on the engine, as in are they
dependent on how far down your foot is on the accelerator pedal?
Do the symptoms subside if you lift up a bit on the accelerator pedal,
or does it continue to run rough after that?


-Roland

On Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:23:14 -0500, you wrote:

::My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
::misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
::minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
::it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
::RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.
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From dan at warner-associates.com  Mon Jul 28 13:42:45 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:42:45 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Missing under load 64 BJ8
Message-ID: <004501c8f0ea$1c0df770$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Dave:
I have 2 new condensers I bought from BCS and will replace that immediately
along with the rotor.  Incidentally, Jeff at Advanced said he has seen
condensers test out OK but still be faulty in service.
Dan


-----Original Message-----
From: Dave Porter [mailto:frogeye at porterscustom.com] 
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 1:22 PM
To: 'Dan Stromquist'; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Missing under load 64 BJ8

If it misses randomly, no one cylinder in particular then it's probably a
bad condenser.
Dave

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Dan Stromquist
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 8:56 AM
To: 'Healey List Emails'
Cc: 'Advanced Distributors'
Subject: [Healeys] Missing under load 64 BJ8

My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I am
going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps.

 

Daniel A Stromquist

Certified Public Accountant 
7801 East Bush Lake Rd, Suite 430 
Bloomington, MN  55439 
Home Phone:  952-949-2718 
Work Phone: 952-831-1340 Ext 1 
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From MEDITIONM at msn.com  Mon Jul 28 14:53:26 2008
From: MEDITIONM at msn.com (KENNETH MASON)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:53:26 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Missing under load
Message-ID: <BAY107-DAV119DE3DB49627926E8E209B1830@phx.gbl>

Could loose-leaking throttle shafts cause this problem?

Ken Mason
BJ7 in work

From al at bighealey.org  Mon Jul 28 17:13:29 2008
From: al at bighealey.org (Al Fuller)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:13:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
Message-ID: <000401c8f107$8d574130$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>

The choke cables on my '62 Tri-carb have been messed-about by prior owners,
and will not stay seated in the brass mounting on the carburetors OR in the
lever barrel at the upper ends.  The result is that once the engine is
warmed up and I want the choke back in, the cable sheaths jump out of the
mounts at the carburetors and push away from the barrels at the upper ends -
allowing the cable centers to bow instead of pushing the choke levers back
down, and as a result this holds the chokes open.



At the upper ends, the lever ends of the cables appear to be missing the bit
that transitions from the cable sheath to the interior cable body.  I think
those are supposed to hold the cable in the barrel, so the cables are
flopping about at that end, too.



SO - the questions are whether these cables can be repaired [if so, how],
and what is supposed to hold the cables in the carb and in the barrel?
There is no black plastic covering any of the cables, so if it was supposed
to serve that function, I will need another approach.  My first thought is
that I can solder the ends down at the carb, but I would still have the
upper ends to deal with.



Thanks in advance,



Al Fuller

'62 BT-7 Tri-Carb



Fuller Compliance, LLC

Quality Systems Consulting

Software Quality, Validation + 21 CFR Part  11

714.335.0248

www.fullercompliance.com

From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Mon Jul 28 18:12:40 2008
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:12:40 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <000901c8f0c5$daebf720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
References: <000901c8f0c5$daebf720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <6A6B57A4B8D84408858A0FE941719FD4@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day

Had the same problem with the BN3 that took me months to track down.
Replaced everything in sight, cleaned out the tank - you name it and I did
it.

Years back I had installed a plastic inline filter near the outlet to the
fuel pump and I changed the filter as well.

It still fluffed and fartarsed about on acceleration when warmed up.

So I turned my thinking of what it was like when new. So I removed the
inline filter. It worked perfectly and have no had the problem since. I
chucked the filter to the shithouse.

I put it down to the filter not having a sufficiently large fuel flow
capacity.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia 

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dan
Stromquist
Sent: Tuesday, 29 July 2008 1:23 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8

Listers:

 

 

My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I am
going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps

 

Dan

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 18:27:11 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:27:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Donald Stokes
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807281727x5e489207l8c7c29321df1793b@mail.gmail.com>

fyi - Lord Donald Stokes, blamed by some for the demise of the AH 3000 and
Mini Cooper, died at age 94:

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/07/28/business/28stokes.html?ex=1217908800&en=2a11dfc9e75ea793&ei=5070&emc=eta1

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 18:31:58 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:31:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] oil pressure
In-Reply-To: <005901c8f0d5$d2f65b40$78e311c0$@rr.com>
References: <007901c8f0c7$626e67e0$5201a8c0@Jim>
	<005901c8f0d5$d2f65b40$78e311c0$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807281731y762c243k1448a56aa528e27@mail.gmail.com>

Ditto for mine...   does this mean that we're not getting oil circulating at
idle on really hot days?

- Tom


On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 1:17 PM, BJ8Healeys <sbyers at ec.rr.com> wrote:

> Jim, I think that's typical for a Healey engine.  Since an engine rebuild
> in
> 1999 (I did not replace the oil pump), my BJ8 has run at just under 40 psi
> on the gauge when fully warmed up.  On really hot days (such as we had on
> the trip to and from Conclave), the oil pressure dropped to just above zero
> at idle.  I am using 20W-50 Castrol with the ZDDPlus additive.
>
> Steve Byers
> HBJ8L/36666
> BJ8 Registry
> Havelock, NC
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+sbyers=ec.rr.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+sbyers <healeys-bounces%2Bsbyers>=ec.rr.com@
> autox.team.net] On Behalf Of James
> Shope
> Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 8:34 AM
> To: healeys
> Subject: [Healeys] oil pressure
>
> with it getting hotter and hotter each day here in vegas, i have watched my
> oil pressure drop down to almost zero when idling after the oil has gotten
> very hot.  i suspect the oil pump but i removed the valve cover to check
> pressure at idle.  oil is coming out all of the rockers as normal, and when
> i
> loosed the oil feed nut on the rocker arm, oil shot out all over my engine
> bay
> at what i considered a very good pressure.  any idea what could be the
> problem.  have checked bearings and they are in excellent shape.  could it
> be
> the oil pump or something wrong in the oil distribution system?
> healeymanjim
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From mike.vasquez at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 19:22:58 2008
From: mike.vasquez at gmail.com (Mike Vasquez)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:22:58 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
In-Reply-To: <005401c8f0cd$c777fab0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
References: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim> <488C0405.6070300@pacbell.net>
	<005401c8f0cd$c777fab0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
Message-ID: <28f529ba0807281822k2e33e57fva412fa27b40b0513@mail.gmail.com>

Heh.  Or maybe all the oil was gone....

:-)

On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 9:19 AM, Bob Johnson
<robert.w.johnson at charter.net> wrote:
> The fellow at Tractor Supply said, during our conversation, that he had put
> synthetic oil in his '58 Chevy pickup. It leaked like crazy for a few days
> then quit. He hypothesized that the new synthetic had to rejuvenate the
> seals and gaskets and once that was done life was good again.
>
> Bob Johnson
> BJ8
>>
>> The same happened to a friend of mine in his early BN1 #484.  Years ago
>> he did an oil change to Mobile 1.  He got up the next morning to find it
>> all over his garage floor.  That was enough for me to stay with Dino Oil.
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 19:24:32 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:24:32 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <000901c8f0c5$daebf720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
References: <000901c8f0c5$daebf720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807281824ma200003pdcf5d30c24bbf4c0@mail.gmail.com>

Dan -

You should learn to do some of the diagnostics yourself.  Most shops will
just keep changing things and guessing just to run up the bill.  I started
doing my own diagnostics when i realized it's cheaper and faster to
understand this stuff yourself.  Trips back and forth to the mechanic are a
pain in the b***.

Take your car out on the highway and when you get up to speed and it starts
missing lot, immediately turn off the motor and coast to a stop (ideally
pull off an exit on the freeway).  Take the tops off the fuel chambers and
see if there is fuel in both bowls.  At highway speeds both bowls should be
full of fuel, but if one or both are empty then you know it is a fuel
problem.

I still think you are having a fuel delivery problem.  They didn't check
your tank and they didn't swap out your fuel pump (and filter if you have
it)... they didn't do the things they are supposed to do.  You can have
partial flow and if they turn on the ignition in the garage and then check
the float chambers it won't tell them anything because they will be full of
fuel.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 11:23 PM, Dan Stromquist
<dan at warner-associates.com>wrote:

> Listers:
>
>
>
>
>
> My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
> misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
> minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
> it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
> RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
> seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
> is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
> checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
> timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
> rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
> suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I
> am
> going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
> another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps
>
>
>
> Dan

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 19:26:47 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:26:47 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807281824ma200003pdcf5d30c24bbf4c0@mail.gmail.com>
References: <000901c8f0c5$daebf720$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
	<ff59076c0807281824ma200003pdcf5d30c24bbf4c0@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807281826o3a632161ma7463c8483005295@mail.gmail.com>

Dan -

I guess what I was trying to say is I don't like it when I hear of shops
just swapping everything out - that means they are guessing.  Most decent
mechanics will identify the problem first before they fix anything.

Do the diagnostic I describe - it will tell you everything you need to know.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 9:24 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:

> Dan -
>
> You should learn to do some of the diagnostics yourself.  Most shops will
> just keep changing things and guessing just to run up the bill.  I started
> doing my own diagnostics when i realized it's cheaper and faster to
> understand this stuff yourself.  Trips back and forth to the mechanic are a
> pain in the b***.
>
> Take your car out on the highway and when you get up to speed and it starts
> missing lot, immediately turn off the motor and coast to a stop (ideally
> pull off an exit on the freeway).  Take the tops off the fuel chambers and
> see if there is fuel in both bowls.  At highway speeds both bowls should be
> full of fuel, but if one or both are empty then you know it is a fuel
> problem.
>
> I still think you are having a fuel delivery problem.  They didn't check
> your tank and they didn't swap out your fuel pump (and filter if you have
> it)... they didn't do the things they are supposed to do.  You can have
> partial flow and if they turn on the ignition in the garage and then check
> the float chambers it won't tell them anything because they will be full of
> fuel.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 19:40:00 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:40:00 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] oil pressure
In-Reply-To: <007901c8f0c7$626e67e0$5201a8c0@Jim>
References: <007901c8f0c7$626e67e0$5201a8c0@Jim>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807281840h616a808fgb1e11483808c8db8@mail.gmail.com>

Jim -

Oil pressure in all 50s and 60s Austin engines is controlled by the bypass
valve and spring.  You probably just need to replace the spring and that
will cause your pressure to go up again.  I would replace the valve (i.e.
the plunger) and spring with every rebuild.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 11:34 PM, James Shope <healeymanjim at hansencc.net>wrote:

> with it getting hotter and hotter each day here in vegas, i have watched my
> oil pressure drop down to almost zero when idling after the oil has gotten
> very hot.  i suspect the oil pump but i removed the valve cover to check
> pressure at idle.  oil is coming out all of the rockers as normal, and when
> i
> loosed the oil feed nut on the rocker arm, oil shot out all over my engine
> bay
> at what i considered a very good pressure.  any idea what could be the
> problem.  have checked bearings and they are in excellent shape.  could it
> be
> the oil pump or something wrong in the oil distribution system?
> healeymanjim

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 20:06:12 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:06:12 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
In-Reply-To: <28f529ba0807281822k2e33e57fva412fa27b40b0513@mail.gmail.com>
References: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim> <488C0405.6070300@pacbell.net>
	<005401c8f0cd$c777fab0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
	<28f529ba0807281822k2e33e57fva412fa27b40b0513@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807281906o3919df5x81960aeac50faf09@mail.gmail.com>

I have MT90 in my BJ8 gearbox and I can tell you it leaks alot less than
when I had 30wt in it.  Putting it in six years ago I only had to top it up
with less than half a quart just yesterday.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 9:22 AM, Mike Vasquez <mike.vasquez at gmail.com>wrote:

> Heh.  Or maybe all the oil was gone....
>
> :-)
>
> On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 9:19 AM, Bob Johnson
> <robert.w.johnson at charter.net> wrote:
> > The fellow at Tractor Supply said, during our conversation, that he had
> put
> > synthetic oil in his '58 Chevy pickup. It leaked like crazy for a few
> days
> > then quit. He hypothesized that the new synthetic had to rejuvenate the
> > seals and gaskets and once that was done life was good again.
> >
> > Bob Johnson
> > BJ8
> >>
> >> The same happened to a friend of mine in his early BN1 #484.  Years ago
> >> he did an oil change to Mobile 1.  He got up the next morning to find it
> >> all over his garage floor.  That was enough for me to stay with Dino
> Oil.
> > _______________________________________________
> > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
> >
> > Healeys at autox.team.net
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> >
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> >
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Mon Jul 28 20:43:58 2008
From: dwflagg at juno.com (Douglas W Flagg)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:43:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Doug Newton
Message-ID: <20080728.224359.3644.3.dwflagg@juno.com>

Please contact me off the list. Thanks.

Doug
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From eschulz at frontiernet.net  Mon Jul 28 20:46:44 2008
From: eschulz at frontiernet.net (Elton Schulz)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:46:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Radio antenna
References: <006c01c8ef9b$f2b88f10$bf5d6546@655vb01>
	<ff59076c0807262102x4c3dbec2u135205f9f27a2ee@mail.gmail.com>
	<5822DDDB6149416EB8B9CED7C5152BDA@XPS400>
Message-ID: <000801c8f125$571fe090$bf5d6546@655vb01>

It appears that way based on some of the disclaimers on their web sites.
Elton
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ron Fine" <RonFineEsq at earthlink.net>
To: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>; "Elton Schulz" 
<eschulz at frontiernet.net>
Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 12:39 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Radio antenna


> Am I correct in my understanding that these hidden antennas will not work 
> well or at all for AM radio??
>
> Ron
>
>> Check out any decent online hot rodders shop, they all sell hideaway
>> antennas.  The downside of this is the reception may not be as good. 
>> Here's
>> a couple of samples I found:
>>
>> http://autoloc.carshopinc.com/product_info.php/products_id/9206/HAB
>>
>> http://www.ecshylites.citymax.com/page/page/761353.htm

From shop at justbrits.com  Mon Jul 28 21:58:42 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 21:58:42 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807281824ma200003pdcf5d30c24bbf4c0@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAEFIEOOGMCKMBLEKCFNCEGGCHAA.shop@justbrits.com>

Alan, you ARE hitting on all 6 cyls today!!!!!

<<You should learn to do some of the diagnostics yourself.>>

Agreed!!!

<<I guess what I was trying to say is I don't like it when I hear of shops
just swapping everything out - that means they are guessing.>>

1000% CORRECT (and agreed!!) !!

<<I would replace the valve (i.e. the plunger) and spring with every
rebuild.>>

Absolutely.
That IS automatic on ALL LBCs I do (and that covers a gamut<G>).
And I do agree replacing same now might just help.

<<I have MT90 in my BJ8 gearbox and I can tell you it leaks alot less than
when I had 30wt in it.>>

Actually, I was somewhat surprised by that?!?!
This the Hong Kong car (can't keep track<VBG>!!)??

Ed

From pdeturck at rochester.rr.com  Mon Jul 28 21:31:23 2008
From: pdeturck at rochester.rr.com (pdeturck at rochester.rr.com)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 23:31:23 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <000101c8f0c2$1f6762d0$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
References: <000101c8f0c2$1f6762d0$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <7.0.0.16.1.20080728231949.00fd0568@rochester.rr.com>

Dan -
I struggled with this issue (missing under load at approximately 3000 RPM)
for almost a year on my BJ8. I, too, had replaced most of the electronics
after determining that fuel flow was NOT the problem. I watched the car
in a dark environment and saw the fireworks and arcing described by
other listers. I corrected that with new wires and cap but the 
problem persisted.
One day while driving, the engine quit completely. One of my co-workers joked
that I now had a steady state problem rather than an intermittent 
one. He was right.
I traced the failure to the "new" rotor I had installed while 
troubleshooting my original
problem. Replacing the rotor with ANOTHER new one not only got my 
Healey running
again but also solved my missing under load at 3K RPM problem under 
load. I now carry
a couple of rotors as spares which I have installed in my car and 
verified that they work
at the full RPM range. Rotors are notorious for their failures (as 
evidenced by many,
many comments on this list.) Do not assume that, just because you 
have replaced yours,
that it works perfectly. Just one individual's personal experience.
-pd-
'66 BJ8

At 10:56 AM 7/28/2008, Dan Stromquist wrote:
>My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
>misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
>minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
>it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
>RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
>seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
>is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
>checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
>timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
>rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
>suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I am
>going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
>another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps.
>
>
>
>Daniel A Stromquist

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 21:48:31 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:48:31 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
In-Reply-To: <699480.82319.qm@web58207.mail.re3.yahoo.com>
References: <699480.82319.qm@web58207.mail.re3.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807282048p10fed499x2161d6133cd06168@mail.gmail.com>

This gets an award for using "turkey baster" and "dipstick" all in the same
sentence.  The only one better is when you use "hammer" and "Lucas parts"
all in the same sentence!

;)

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 2:21 AM, Maurice Maxwell <maxandreb1 at yahoo.com>wrote:

> Why not remove some oil from the tranny by using a rubber tube attached to
> something like a turkey baster through the dipstick hole?
>
> Max
> 1961 BT-7

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 22:42:21 2008
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 21:42:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807282048p10fed499x2161d6133cd06168@mail.gmail.com>
References: <699480.82319.qm@web58207.mail.re3.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0807282048p10fed499x2161d6133cd06168@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10807282142l3acf8e85v324e55c008b79716@mail.gmail.com>

Even though you might be tempted, do not try to adjust the points on your
Lucas distributor using a 3lb. sledge hammer.

How did I do?  :-)
Rick

On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 8:48 PM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:

> This gets an award for using "turkey baster" and "dipstick" all in the same
> sentence.  The only one better is when you use "hammer" and "Lucas parts"
> all in the same sentence!
>
> ;)
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 2:21 AM, Maurice Maxwell <maxandreb1 at yahoo.com
> >wrote:
>
> > Why not remove some oil from the tranny by using a rubber tube attached
> to
> > something like a turkey baster through the dipstick hole?
> >
> > Max
> > 1961 BT-7
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From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Mon Jul 28 22:56:05 2008
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 21:56:05 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] oil pressure
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807281840h616a808fgb1e11483808c8db8@mail.gmail.com>
References: <007901c8f0c7$626e67e0$5201a8c0@Jim>
	<ff59076c0807281840h616a808fgb1e11483808c8db8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10807282156n68d69cadoa710fbfa1249e2b5@mail.gmail.com>

The bypass valve and spring only limit the maximum pressure, they do not
control the pressure at idle (Unless the valve itself is leaking)
Low indicated oil pressure at (hot) idle can be from just a few sources:
inaccurate gauge
worn oil pump
leaky bypass valve
oil pump pickup sucking air
worn main bearings
wrong weight oil / low oil level.

I have never tried the following on a Healey, but if you suspect a leaky
bypass valve, one trick we used to use on MGB and Spriget engines was to
remove the nut that holds the spring and valve.  Make sure the valve face is
clean, if in doubt crank the engine to flush the passage way.  Reinstall the
valve, and drop a short 1/4X20 bolt inside the spring.  Reinstall spring and
nut.  The thickness of the bolt head will increase the pressure on the
valve.
You should see an increase in cold oil pressure, and if the valve was
leaking, maybe an increase in hot oil pressure.


On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 6:40 PM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:

> Jim -
>
> Oil pressure in all 50s and 60s Austin engines is controlled by the bypass
> valve and spring.  You probably just need to replace the spring and that
> will cause your pressure to go up again.  I would replace the valve (i.e.
> the plunger) and spring with every rebuild.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 11:34 PM, James Shope <healeymanjim at hansencc.net
> >wrote:
>
> > with it getting hotter and hotter each day here in vegas, i have watched
> my
> > oil pressure drop down to almost zero when idling after the oil has
> gotten
> > very hot.  i suspect the oil pump but i removed the valve cover to check
> > pressure at idle.  oil is coming out all of the rockers as normal, and
> when
> > i
> > loosed the oil feed nut on the rocker arm, oil shot out all over my
> engine
> > bay
> > at what i considered a very good pressure.  any idea what could be the
> > problem.  have checked bearings and they are in excellent shape.  could
> it
> > be
> > the oil pump or something wrong in the oil distribution system?
> > healeymanjim
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Jul 28 23:33:14 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:33:14 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: BJ8 Tops, Tonneaus and Covers ..... questions.
Message-ID: <600424.61068.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hi Listers, A bit boring, but any suggestions??

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Sun, 7/27/08, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Subject: BJ8 Tops, Tonneaus and Covers ..... questions.
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Sunday, July 27, 2008, 12:57 PM
> Hi Listers,
>
> 1.  Tops:  I recently bought a VERY cheap new black vinyl
> soft top for my BJ8 on ebay.  I was careless and did not
> pay attention to the details, as the ad said 'all big
> healey models bla bla'.  It arrived with 12 stud
> snappers around the rear of the hood - no good for the BJ8.
>  But still a nice top - anyone interested in it email me off
> line at rnb at ix.netcom.com
> Question - where should I go for a good BJ8 top - the
> canvas mercedes type of material?
> 2.  Tonneau:  I have a tonneau that came with the car 20
> years ago.  It fits the car, but has 5 snapper studs around
> the rear and 2 on each side.  I believe only 2 are used on
> the BJ8 at the rear, so I have 3 unused studs in the
> middle.  Which healey uses 5 rear snappers?
> Question;  where should i go for a good BJ8 tonneau in the
> future?
> 3.  Top Cover/Boot:  I have no cover - where should I go to
> get a good cover.
>
> Appreciate your BJ8 experiences on price, quality and fit.
>
> Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>    

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Tue Jul 29 04:26:30 2008
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 06:26:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
In-Reply-To: <000401c8f107$8d574130$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>
References: <000401c8f107$8d574130$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>
Message-ID: <488EF056.5040008@earthlink.net>

Al,

Sounds like the inner cable and outer housing are sticking together. Have 
you taken the cables apart and cleaned them? Is the inner cable intact - no 
  broken strands or kinks that would bind in the housing? Make sure there 
aren't any burrs at the ends of the housings that will catch the inner 
cable.  The outer sheath is to keep water (rust) out of the housing.  I 
trimmed the sheath off each end so that the housing would fit in the 
ferrules. For lubrication, I used some Lubriplate grease that I've used for 
bicycle cables.

Another thought - are the three cables going to the carbs nice and long 
with gentle, large radius curves?  If the housings are too short, then the 
inner cables will bind.

May-be the first thing to check, be sure the choke assembly on each carb is 
moving freely (without the choke cable attached).

Bob
'62 BT7

Al Fuller wrote:
> The choke cables on my '62 Tri-carb have been messed-about by prior owners,
> and will not stay seated in the brass mounting on the carburetors OR in the
> lever barrel at the upper ends.  The result is that once the engine is
> warmed up and I want the choke back in, the cable sheaths jump out of the
> mounts at the carburetors and push away from the barrels at the upper ends -
> allowing the cable centers to bow instead of pushing the choke levers back
> down, and as a result this holds the chokes open.

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Jul 29 05:56:03 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:56:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
Message-ID: <016401c8f172$139ef750$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

The original message was too big so I chopped it and resent.
Rich
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rich C" <richchrysler at quickclic.net>
To: "Al Fuller" <al at bighealey.org>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 10:20 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing


> Al,
>
> The secondary cables on the tri-carb are held in place all the way along 
> by the return spring pressures of the HS series choke activating levers on 
> the carb body. The trunnion that passes through the appropriate sprung 
> lever and anchors the inner cable lower end needs to be adjusted to 
> maintain this spring tension on the inner cable at all times. The 
> adjustment needs to be such that when the sprung choke lever on the carb 
> is just fully at rest there is no excess play allowance in the inner cable 
> travel and the upper end is fully seated into the counterbore relief on 
> the activating lever trunnion.
> Of course before you go after anything, ensure the choke activating levers 
> on the carbs are sprung properly and are able to bring the jet fully back 
> to rest. If it can't the problem bay be the jet being out of centre. It's 
> critical that the jet is properly centred, then the spring pressure on the 
> levers can do their job.
> Obviously the secondary cables have been replaced at some time because it 
> sounds like the proper small diameter upper end is not able to seat into 
> the counterbore properly. besides that, the secondary cables on the 
> tricarb all had black outer sheathing, same as a bicycle cable. In fact I 
> have replaced all these secondary cables by carefully shopping at a good 
> bicycle shop making sure the ends are as original and can seat properly at 
> both ends.
> Sorry I'm rambling a bit, I'm just typing as I think of these different 
> problems. That should give you a good start of things to check and adjust 
> though.
>
> Rich Chrysler
> (owned tricarb BT7L / 18718 for 9 wonderful years and thousands of trouble 
> free miles)
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Al Fuller" <al at bighealey.org>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 7:13 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
>
>
>> The choke cables on my '62 Tri-carb have been messed-about by prior 
>> owners,
>> and will not stay seated in the brass mounting on the carburetors OR in 
>> the
>> lever barrel at the upper ends.  The result is that once the engine is
>> warmed up and I want the choke back in, the cable sheaths jump out of the
>> mounts at the carburetors and push away from the barrels at the upper 
>> ends -
>> allowing the cable centers to bow instead of pushing the choke levers 
>> back
>> down, and as a result this holds the chokes open.
Suggestions?? 

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Tue Jul 29 07:02:10 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (Steve B. Gerow)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 06:02:10 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
Message-ID: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>

Here is a link to Castrol's full-zinc oil:

http://tiny.cc/aGuOA
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Tue Jul 29 07:18:44 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:18:44 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <20080729131831.F268B1878D6@autox.team.net>

What's the cost?

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Steve B. Gerow
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7:02 AM
To: Healeys Newsgroup
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil

Here is a link to Castrol's full-zinc oil:

http://tiny.cc/aGuOA
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Tue Jul 29 07:22:14 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Steve=20B.=20Gerow?=)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 05:22:14 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?Castrol_Classic_Oil?=
Message-ID: <20080729132214.17078.qmail@hoster902.com>

Dave,
Don't know. Just found it by searching their site. I believe this is new for them. A couple of weeks ago Castrol was 'studying' the zddp problem. Not sure if it's on the shelves yet.
-- 
Steve Gerow



>  -------Original Message-------
>  From: Dave Porter <frogeye at porterscustom.com>
>  Subject: RE: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
>  Sent: Jul 29 '08 05:18
>  
>  What's the cost?
>  
>  frogeye at porterscustom.com
>  
>  Porter Customs
>  Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
>  505-352-1378
>  1954 BN2
>  Porter Custom Bicycles
>  www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
>  http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff
>  
>  -----Original Message-----
>  From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
>  [mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
>  Of Steve B. Gerow
>  Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7:02 AM
>  To: Healeys Newsgroup
>  Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
>  
>  Here is a link to Castrol's full-zinc oil:
>  
>  http://tiny.cc/aGuOA
>  --
>  Steve Gerow
>  Pasadena CA
>  59 BN6
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From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Tue Jul 29 07:45:11 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:45:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
References: <000401c8f107$8d574130$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>
Message-ID: <007201c8f181$52803bf0$021919ac@valued28addca9>

I would really look at the choke assembly itself. When this was my problem, 
I found that the assy was so stiff that the choke would barely move, open or 
close, via the cables. That was what was causing all the cable movement that 
you describe. It may actually NOT be a DPO problem.

Bob Johnson
BJ8



> The choke cables on my '62 Tri-carb have been messed-about by prior 
> owners,
> and will not stay seated in the brass mounting on the carburetors OR in 
> the
> lever barrel at the upper ends. 

From rahosmer at citlink.net  Tue Jul 29 07:46:00 2008
From: rahosmer at citlink.net (Richard Hosmer)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 06:46:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <C4B46D28.13B14%rahosmer@citlink.net>

Steve,

Thanks for the link, but, I see that it is a synthetic. Anyone still make an
"old -fashioned real oil" oil, with enough zinc? My engine has never been
apart, and I'm just about down to my last can of 1970s-era Castrol.

Dick Hosmer
BT7 tricarb

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Tue Jul 29 07:47:42 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:47:42 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
References: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim>
	<488C0405.6070300@pacbell.net><005401c8f0cd$c777fab0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
	<28f529ba0807281822k2e33e57fva412fa27b40b0513@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <007701c8f181$aca6d8f0$021919ac@valued28addca9>

I somehow knew, before I even hit the send button, that someone would say 
this;^)

Bob Johnson
BJ8



> Heh.  Or maybe all the oil was gone....
>
> :-)

From maxandreb1 at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 29 07:50:25 2008
From: maxandreb1 at yahoo.com (Maurice Maxwell)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 06:50:25 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807282048p10fed499x2161d6133cd06168@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <639591.57456.qm@web58205.mail.re3.yahoo.com>

Alan, thanks I need an award for something!

Thanks,
Max
1961 BT-7


--- On Mon, 7/28/08, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:

> From: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
> To: maxandreb1 at yahoo.com
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Monday, July 28, 2008, 11:48 PM
> This gets an award for using "turkey baster" and
> "dipstick" all in the same
> sentence.  The only one better is when you use
> "hammer" and "Lucas parts"
> all in the same sentence!
> 
> ;)
> 
> Alan
> 
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
> 
> 
> On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 2:21 AM, Maurice Maxwell
> <maxandreb1 at yahoo.com>wrote:
> 
> > Why not remove some oil from the tranny by using a
> rubber tube attached to
> > something like a turkey baster through the dipstick
> hole?
> >
> > Max
> > 1961 BT-7

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Tue Jul 29 07:52:21 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:52:21 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
References: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <007e01c8f182$52faa6a0$021919ac@valued28addca9>

I just can't see, as would be my case, dripping more expensive synthetic oil 
onto the gargage floor. Maybe I'm just cheap.

BTW, I did call Castrol about this oil. It is only available as Syntec, no 
conventional equivalent.

Bob Johnson
BJ8



> Here is a link to Castrol's full-zinc oil:
>
> http://tiny.cc/aGuOA
> -- 
> http://www.team.net/archive

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Tue Jul 29 07:58:36 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:58:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
References: <C4B46D28.13B14%rahosmer@citlink.net>
Message-ID: <008f01c8f183$32a827f0$021919ac@valued28addca9>

Yes. As I said, but perhaps not to clearly, a couple of days ago,  Tractor 
Supply Co. has API-SL oil availble. It is conventional (has to be to have 
the API spec) motor oil. Available in single and multi grade formulations. 
Additionally, they have non-detergent oil available for the tranny,

Bob Johnson
BJ8
>
> Thanks for the link, but, I see that it is a synthetic. Anyone still make 
> an
> "old -fashioned real oil" oil, with enough zinc? My engine has never been
> apart, and I'm just about down to my last can of 1970s-era Castrol.

From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Tue Jul 29 08:20:34 2008
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:20:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <008f01c8f183$32a827f0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
References: <C4B46D28.13B14%rahosmer@citlink.net>
	<008f01c8f183$32a827f0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
Message-ID: <488F2732.2070002@comcast.net>

Bob,
I checked at Tractor Supply last week and didn't see any 20W-50.  
Perhaps what they had was SL rated, but wasn't the right viscosity.
Charlie Baldwin

Bob Johnson wrote:
> Yes. As I said, but perhaps not to clearly, a couple of days ago,  Tractor 
> Supply Co. has API-SL oil availble. It is conventional (has to be to have 
> the API spec) motor oil. Available in single and multi grade formulations. 
> Additionally, they have non-detergent oil available for the tranny,
>
> Bob Johnson
> BJ8
>   
>> Thanks for the link, but, I see that it is a synthetic. Anyone still make 
>> an
>> "old -fashioned real oil" oil, with enough zinc? My engine has never been
>> apart, and I'm just about down to my last can of 1970s-era Castrol.
>>     
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From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Tue Jul 29 08:31:42 2008
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:31:42 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <C4B46D28.13B14%rahosmer@citlink.net>
References: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
	<C4B46D28.13B14%rahosmer@citlink.net>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904E98@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

There is a Valvoline "racing" oil that has the ZDDP. Go to their web
site. It is not synthetic. I got a case last week. There are two racing
oils, get the street version, the other stuff is probably made with too
little of the other additives we like.
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ken.freese=aerojet.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Richard Hosmer
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 6:46 AM
To: Steve B. Gerow; Healeys Newsgroup
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil

Steve,

Thanks for the link, but, I see that it is a synthetic. Anyone still
make an "old -fashioned real oil" oil, with enough zinc? My engine has
never been apart, and I'm just about down to my last can of 1970s-era
Castrol.

Dick Hosmer
BT7 tricarb
_

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Jul 29 08:32:59 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:32:59 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <20080729131831.F268B1878D6@autox.team.net>
References: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
	<20080729131831.F268B1878D6@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807290732w7b197b01l3e75016a3831b3bf@mail.gmail.com>

Dave -

I had a friend buy a case of this for me at NAPA in California.  The price
was very reasonable.. about 2 something a quart.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 9:18 PM, Dave Porter <frogeye at porterscustom.com>wrote:

> What's the cost?
>
> frogeye at porterscustom.com
>
> Porter Customs
> Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
> 505-352-1378
> 1954 BN2
> Porter Custom Bicycles
> www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
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>
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> From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye <healeys-bounces%2Bfrogeye>=
> porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of Steve B. Gerow
> Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7:02 AM
> To: Healeys Newsgroup
> Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
>
> Here is a link to Castrol's full-zinc oil:
>
> http://tiny.cc/aGuOA
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From pennell at cox.net  Tue Jul 29 08:50:32 2008
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:50:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Oil leak at clutch housing
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807282048p10fed499x2161d6133cd06168@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20080729105032.3QQ9O.67954.imail@eastrmwml37>

When the Lucas parts in the disty caused misfiring I took a hammer to them and they worked just fine???

:)

Keith Pennell

> This gets an award for using "turkey baster" and "dipstick" all in the same
> sentence.  The only one better is when you use "hammer" and "Lucas parts"
> all in the same sentence!
> 
> ;)
> 
> Alan

From dan at warner-associates.com  Tue Jul 29 09:02:36 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:02:36 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <6A6B57A4B8D84408858A0FE941719FD4@PatrickQuinnPC>
Message-ID: <002101c8f18c$22fde840$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Patrick:
I will try running withhout the filter tonight.  I changed out the wires,
plug caps, rotor and cap last night (checked everything with an Ohm meter
first).  No change.

-----Original Message-----
From: Patrick and Caroline Quinn [mailto:p_cquinn at tpg.com.au] 
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 7:13 PM
To: 'Dan Stromquist'; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8

G'day

Had the same problem with the BN3 that took me months to track down.
Replaced everything in sight, cleaned out the tank - you name it and I did
it.

Years back I had installed a plastic inline filter near the outlet to the
fuel pump and I changed the filter as well.

It still fluffed and fartarsed about on acceleration when warmed up.

So I turned my thinking of what it was like when new. So I removed the
inline filter. It worked perfectly and have no had the problem since. I
chucked the filter to the shithouse.

I put it down to the filter not having a sufficiently large fuel flow
capacity.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia 

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dan
Stromquist
Sent: Tuesday, 29 July 2008 1:23 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8

Listers:

 

 

My local shop here in Minneapolis cannot seem to figure out why the car
misses under load.  After a good warm up, it seems to run great for a few
minutes and it idles like a champ.  As soon as we hit the in town highways
it starts to miss as soon as I accelerate, especially in the 2200 to 3000
RMP range when I put it into overdrive and give it some gas.  I know it
seems like a fuel problem but they have assured me the flow is there and it
is electrical after pulling the carbs and cleaning them.   We replaced or
checked the distributor (rebuilt),  plugs, wires, coil, condenser, points,
timing, new rotor,  carbs cleaned and rich needles installed (they were
rebuilt by Jim Taylor).  Shoot me some ideas.  The bill is out of sight.  I
suppose it is possible that some of the replacement parts are bad to so I am
going to make up a new set of high quality plug wires, new Lucas cap,
another new British Car Specialists rotor, condenser, and plug end caps

 

Dan

From AHMG at aol.com  Tue Jul 29 09:24:10 2008
From: AHMG at aol.com (AHMG at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:24:10 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
Message-ID: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>

I recall this being discuss  in the past but can not find it in the  
archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat into  the  the 
car? What is the best results and products for insulating the  floor, tunnel 
etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain  materials may cause 
some problems.
 
 
Ken
66 BJ8



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From dan at warner-associates.com  Tue Jul 29 09:35:11 2008
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:35:11 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
Message-ID: <002d01c8f190$b064a670$1e00000a@DANSTROM>

Roland:
I went home and ran it last night so I could give you accurate answers:
1.  Seems to miss more after warmed up but does miss when it is cold.
Pulling choke out does not affect anything. 
2.  It misses whether in overdrive or not but is much more noticeable under
load especially while in OD and running at above RPM 2200.  I don't dare get
it to higher RPM than 3000 it starts to miss so bad.  I tested it this
morning and it did miss without a load but does seem to as bad.
3.  The symptoms seem to subside when I let up on the load and cruise easy
at lower RPM( I baby it back home under 2000 RPM worried it will quit).
4.  I am now noticing a distinctive knock or loud ticking on start up that
goes away after 30 seconds or so.  If I rev it up the knock gets louder and
more distinctive. 
Dan



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Roland Wilhelmy
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 11:56 AM
To: 'Austin Healey list'
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8

Dan-

It certainly could be either faulty new parts or not quite rightly
installed good new parts.  Barring that ....

Maybe you could clarify your symptom description.
While cold, does the car start to miss as soon as you accelerate, or
does it only start to miss after it is warmed up?
If you pull the choke out do the symptoms go away?
If you leave it out of overdrive does it miss?
If you get the engine running above 3000 rpm, do the symptoms subside?
If you drive at, say 3500 rpm for a couple of miles do you get the
symptoms?
Are the symptoms dependent on the load on the engine, as in are they
dependent on how far down your foot is on the accelerator pedal?
Do the symptoms subside if you lift up a bit on the accelerator pedal,
or does it continue to run rough after that?


-Roland

From covercash1 at aol.com  Tue Jul 29 09:46:35 2008
From: covercash1 at aol.com (covercash1 at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:46:35 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807290732w7b197b01l3e75016a3831b3bf@mail.gmail.com>
References: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
	<20080729131831.F268B1878D6@autox.team.net>
	<ff59076c0807290732w7b197b01l3e75016a3831b3bf@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8CABFA96A9FBBCD-140-389@webmail-md17.sysops.aol.com>

I have bought the Castrol Classic at NAPA, but had to make sure I was sold the correct "Classic".? The first case was very inexpensive, but when I got home I found out that I did not have the fully synthetic 20/50.? The correct oil, which I am very pleased with, is more like $6 to $7 per quart.? NAPA does have sales on Castrol so be on the lookout for when this oil is on sale and save over a dollar a quart on it. I have been using this oil for two months and will continue to use it.
Charlie


-----Original Message-----
From: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
To: Dave Porter <frogeye at porterscustom.com>
Cc: Steve B. Gerow <steveg at abrazosdata.com>; Healeys Newsgroup <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:32 am
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil



Dave -

I had a friend buy a case of this for me at NAPA in California.  The price
was very reasonable.. about 2 something a quart.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 9:18 PM, Dave Porter <frogeye at porterscustom.com>wrote:

> What's the cost?
>
> frogeye at porterscustom.com
>
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> Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
> 505-352-1378
> 1954 BN2
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> www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
> http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye <healeys-bounces%2Bfrogeye>=
> porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of Steve B. Gerow
> Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7:02 AM
> To: Healeys Newsgroup
> Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
>
> Here is a link to Castrol's full-zinc oil:
>
> http://tiny.cc/aGuOA
> --
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> 59 BN6
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Jul 29 10:09:57 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:09:57 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
Message-ID: <20080729160957.GCUM29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Valvoline VR1 20/50 racing oil.  ZDDP and conventional.

tom 
> 
> From: Richard Hosmer <rahosmer at citlink.net>
> Date: 2008/07/29 Tue AM 09:46:00 EDT
> To: "Steve B. Gerow" <steveg at abrazosdata.com>,  Healeys Newsgroup
> 	<healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
> 
> Steve,
> 
> Thanks for the link, but, I see that it is a synthetic. Anyone still make an
> "old -fashioned real oil" oil, with enough zinc? My engine has never been
> apart, and I'm just about down to my last can of 1970s-era Castrol.
> 
> Dick Hosmer
> BT7 tricarb
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From mike.vasquez at gmail.com  Tue Jul 29 10:24:08 2008
From: mike.vasquez at gmail.com (Mike Vasquez)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:24:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
In-Reply-To: <007701c8f181$aca6d8f0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
References: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim> <488C0405.6070300@pacbell.net>
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Message-ID: <28f529ba0807290924w60778b82jf0e090036917f4ae@mail.gmail.com>

It just seemed so amusingly plausible I couldn't resist :-)

On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 6:47 AM, Bob Johnson
<robert.w.johnson at charter.net> wrote:
> I somehow knew, before I even hit the send button, that someone would say
> this;^)
>
> Bob Johnson
> BJ8
>
>
>
>> Heh.  Or maybe all the oil was gone....
>>
>> :-)
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From alan.bromfield at virgin.net  Tue Jul 29 11:58:11 2008
From: alan.bromfield at virgin.net (Alan Bromfield)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:58:11 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
References: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
Message-ID: <000d01c8f1a4$abe7e0d0$6601a8c0@Dell>

The power of Marketing. 
The product is a synthetic as someone has already said - I personally won't
go there due to the apparent 'searching' capability of the stuff. It seems
able to pass through the gasket materials we use.

More confusing however is the statement in the Product Data Sheet that it
exceeds API SM! That would indicate no zinc for Cat. protection. The blurbs
however says it has zinc for flat tappet protection and isn't compatible
with Cats. A contradiction I wouldn't risk. Remember the simple rule -
anything later than API SF is going downhill on the zddp content.

Personally I use VR1 20/50 on the recommend from Mike Salter's blog. It's
expensive over here in the UK, but then so is a new camshaft. 
 _______________________________________________
(______________  Alan Bromfield  _______________)
   (______     \__1957-BN4 x 2__/    _______)
          (______www.nfahc.co.uk____)

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+alan.bromfield=virgin.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+alan.bromfield=virgin.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Steve B. Gerow
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 2:02 PM
To: Healeys Newsgroup
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil

Here is a link to Castrol's full-zinc oil:

http://tiny.cc/aGuOA
-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
59 BN6

From Editorgary at aol.com  Tue Jul 29 12:32:26 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:32:26 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas Distributors and hammers
Message-ID: <c79.3aef5f74.35c0bc3a@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/29/08 8:48:21 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


> When the Lucas parts in the disty caused misfiring I took a hammer to them 
> and they worked just fine???
> 
I did that to mine as well, and haven't had a misfire since.
Cheers
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From BillHUCK at aol.com  Tue Jul 29 12:53:07 2008
From: BillHUCK at aol.com (BillHUCK at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:53:07 EDT
Subject: [Healeys]
 =?iso-8859-1?q?FW=3A=A0_Still_Missing_under_load_64_BJ8?=
Message-ID: <d14.2db7fcfe.35c0c113@aol.com>

I come belatedly to this subject.
I have driven four Healeys since 1965.
I have weathered most of their problems.

When I hear of disfunctions related to warm or hot engines I look to the 
coil.
Some coils have an internal ballast resistor; such coils become hot to the 
touch because all of the 
IxIxR heat ends up in the coil, making it less efficient. Many such coils 
have been sold as high-output replacement devices. They probably work well in 
cooler climates.

Your problem might be resolved by installing a coil that requires an external 
ballast resistor; such coils run so much cooler. An added attraction; cold 
starting is much improved.

Bill Huck - BN-1 


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From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Tue Jul 29 13:11:53 2008
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:11:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
References: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <488F6B79.60605@comcast.net>

Ken,
Check out Southgate British for a precut kit in Koolmat for your car.  
Koolmat is supposed to cut down on both heat and noise.  
http://www.southgatebritish.com/97227-austinhealey3000mk36pckit.html
Charlie Baldwin


AHMG at aol.com wrote:
> I recall this being discuss  in the past but can not find it in the  
> archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat into  the  the 
> car? What is the best results and products for insulating the  floor, tunnel 
> etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain  materials may cause 
> some problems.
>  
>  
> Ken
> 66 BJ8
>
>
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From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jul 29 13:13:56 2008
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ronald J. Ray)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:13:56 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <d14.2db7fcfe.35c0c113@aol.com>
Message-ID: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKKELIDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>

This probably has been investigated as well, but back in the early 1970s my
Healey would run great until it warmed up. Then it would either just stop
running altogether or miss.  The problem was the fuel pump would tire out
after a several minutes of use.

Ron


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of BillHUCK at aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 1:53 PM
To: dan at warner-associates.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] FW:  Still Missing under load 64 BJ8


I come belatedly to this subject.
I have driven four Healeys since 1965.
I have weathered most of their problems.

When I hear of disfunctions related to warm or hot engines I look to the
coil.
Some coils have an internal ballast resistor; such coils become hot to the
touch because all of the
IxIxR heat ends up in the coil, making it less efficient. Many such coils
have been sold as high-output replacement devices. They probably work well
in
cooler climates.

Your problem might be resolved by installing a coil that requires an
external
ballast resistor; such coils run so much cooler. An added attraction; cold
starting is much improved.

Bill Huck - BN-1

From flyhihealey at hotmail.com  Tue Jul 29 13:21:30 2008
From: flyhihealey at hotmail.com (Warren Dietz)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:21:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <007e01c8f182$52faa6a0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
References: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
	<007e01c8f182$52faa6a0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
Message-ID: <BAY117-W38FB050AC609A36338AD98A1820@phx.gbl>

What about the "High Mileage" oils. Don't they have the all the "stuff"?

WD  67 BJ8(With lottsa miles and leaks)

>
> I just can't see, as would be my case, dripping more expensive synthetic
oil
> onto the gargage floor. Maybe I'm just cheap.
>
> BTW, I did call Castrol about this oil. It is only available as Syntec, no
> conventional equivalent.
>
> Bob Johnson
> BJ8
>
>
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From rthrift at cox.net  Tue Jul 29 14:08:07 2008
From: rthrift at cox.net (RThrift)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:08:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
In-Reply-To: <d14.2db7fcfe.35c0c113@aol.com>
Message-ID: <20080729160807.CX9TM.50159.imail@fed1rmwml15>

I've been holding off replying.  But I've had a similar experience.  I don't think the original post described symptoms that were too much different than mine.  I replaced my original coil with a Lucas Sport & life is good again.  I suppose this same problem can occur with new coils, too.

Richard Thrift

---- BillHUCK at aol.com wrote: 
I come belatedly to this subject.
I have driven four Healeys since 1965.
I have weathered most of their problems.

When I hear of disfunctions related to warm or hot engines I look to the 
coil.
Some coils have an internal ballast resistor; such coils become hot to the 
touch because all of the 
IxIxR heat ends up in the coil, making it less efficient. Many such coils 
have been sold as high-output replacement devices. They probably work well in cooler climates.

Your problem might be resolved by installing a coil that requires an external 
ballast resistor; such coils run so much cooler. An added attraction; cold 
starting is much improved.

Bill Huck - BN-1 


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From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Tue Jul 29 14:34:31 2008
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Leonard  Hartnett)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:34:31 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <007e01c8f182$52faa6a0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
References: <C4B462E2.28591%steveg@abrazosdata.com>
	<007e01c8f182$52faa6a0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
Message-ID: <F1FCFDE59BE540F68918D821D1840C60@LeonardPC>

Bob:  Remember, it may be spelled c-h-e-a-p but it is pronounced "frugal".

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Johnson" <robert.w.johnson at charter.net>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 6:52 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil


>I just can't see, as would be my case, dripping more expensive synthetic 
>oil
> onto the gargage floor. Maybe I'm just cheap.

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Tue Jul 29 15:03:45 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:03:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
References: <002d01c8f190$b064a670$1e00000a@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <00f401c8f1be$970b7590$021919ac@valued28addca9>

I agree with the opinion that it could be the coil, but if the timing was 
not right, couldn't the same thing happen? With my first Healey, I would 
take it to the BMC shop for a tune-up. They would set the timing to what 
they felt was right. I would hobble back up the mountain to Blacksburg, 
reset the timing to actually make the car run well, and go on my way.

Ticking, knock at startup... just getting the oil into circulation.

Bob Johnson
BJ8


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dan Stromquist" <dan at warner-associates.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 11:35 AM
Subject: [Healeys] FW: Still Missing under load 64 BJ8


> Roland:
> I went home and ran it last night so I could give you accurate answers:
> 1.  Seems to miss more after warmed up but does miss when it is cold.
> Pulling choke out does not affect anything.
> 2.  It misses whether in overdrive or not but is much more noticeable 
> under
> load especially while in OD and running at above RPM 2200.  I don't dare 
> get
> it to higher RPM than 3000 it starts to miss so bad.  I tested it this
> morning and it did miss without a load but does seem to as bad.
> 3.  The symptoms seem to subside when I let up on the load and cruise easy
> at lower RPM( I baby it back home under 2000 RPM worried it will quit).
> 4.  I am now noticing a distinctive knock or loud ticking on start up that
> goes away after 30 seconds or so.  If I rev it up the knock gets louder 
> and
> more distinctive.
> Dan
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+dan=warner-associates.com at autox.team.net] On 
> Behalf
> Of Roland Wilhelmy
> Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 11:56 AM
> To: 'Austin Healey list'
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Still Missing under load 64 BJ8
>
> Dan-
>
> It certainly could be either faulty new parts or not quite rightly
> installed good new parts.  Barring that ....
>
> Maybe you could clarify your symptom description.
> While cold, does the car start to miss as soon as you accelerate, or
> does it only start to miss after it is warmed up?
> If you pull the choke out do the symptoms go away?
> If you leave it out of overdrive does it miss?
> If you get the engine running above 3000 rpm, do the symptoms subside?
> If you drive at, say 3500 rpm for a couple of miles do you get the
> symptoms?
> Are the symptoms dependent on the load on the engine, as in are they
> dependent on how far down your foot is on the accelerator pedal?
> Do the symptoms subside if you lift up a bit on the accelerator pedal,
> or does it continue to run rough after that?
>
>
> -Roland
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From al at bighealey.org  Tue Jul 29 13:43:28 2008
From: al at bighealey.org (Al Fuller)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:43:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
In-Reply-To: <488EF056.5040008@earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <000e01c8f1b3$628989c0$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>

Hi, Bob:

Thanks for the suggestions - here is what I have found:

The cable centers are solid - not stranded.  There appear to be no strands
sticking out to hold them up.  The only thing is that the cable housings are
not mechanically attached at either end.

The cables are not all that long and may well have too much radius.

The choke mechanism appears to work properly.  When they are held up
manually, the car starts right up!  (Note:  it is quite a feat to get them
up and push the starter button, too!!)  I am not surprised, since the carbs
literally just came back from Jim Taylor for a rebuild.

Thanks for the input.  Right now I am thinking I might be in for new cables
since it sounds like the stock cables should fit better in both the ferrules
at the carbs as well as at the barrel on the lever.

Al Fuller
Fuller Compliance, LLC

Quality Systems Consulting
Software Quality, Validation + 21 CFR Part  11

714.335.0248
 www.fullercompliance.com



-----Original Message-----
From: Bob Haskell [mailto:rchaskell at earthlink.net]
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 6:27 AM
To: Al Fuller
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing

Al,

Sounds like the inner cable and outer housing are sticking together. Have
you taken the cables apart and cleaned them? Is the inner cable intact - no
  broken strands or kinks that would bind in the housing? Make sure there
aren't any burrs at the ends of the housings that will catch the inner
cable.  The outer sheath is to keep water (rust) out of the housing.  I
trimmed the sheath off each end so that the housing would fit in the
ferrules. For lubrication, I used some Lubriplate grease that I've used for
bicycle cables.

Another thought - are the three cables going to the carbs nice and long
with gentle, large radius curves?  If the housings are too short, then the
inner cables will bind.

May-be the first thing to check, be sure the choke assembly on each carb is
moving freely (without the choke cable attached).

Bob
'62 BT7

Al Fuller wrote:
> The choke cables on my '62 Tri-carb have been messed-about by prior
owners,
> and will not stay seated in the brass mounting on the carburetors OR in
the
> lever barrel at the upper ends.  The result is that once the engine is
> warmed up and I want the choke back in, the cable sheaths jump out of the
> mounts at the carburetors and push away from the barrels at the upper ends
-
> allowing the cable centers to bow instead of pushing the choke levers back
> down, and as a result this holds the chokes open.

From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 29 16:02:57 2008
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:02:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <752278.99675.qm@web50010.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Hi Ken,
   
  I've only heard good things about KoolMat.  Check out this website detailing the installation of the production in a '61 AH 3000.  http://www.koolmat.com/british.shtml
   
  I don't have personal experience with it - like I said, I've only heard good things.  This will probably be one of my winter projects this year.
   
  Best or luck,
  Carlos Cruz
   
  

AHMG at aol.com wrote:
  I recall this being discuss in the past but can not find it in the 
archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat into the the 
car? What is the best results and products for insulating the floor, tunnel 
etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain materials may cause 
some problems.


Ken
66 BJ8



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From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 29 16:03:40 2008
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:03:40 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <929410.28090.qm@web50006.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Hi Ken,
   
  I've only heard good things about KoolMat.  Check out this website detailing the installation of the production in a '61 AH 3000.  http://www.koolmat.com/british.shtml
   
  I don't have personal experience with it - like I said, I've only heard good things.  This will probably be one of my winter projects this year.
   
  Best or luck,
  Carlos Cruz
   
  

AHMG at aol.com wrote:
  I recall this being discuss in the past but can not find it in the 
archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat into the the 
car? What is the best results and products for insulating the floor, tunnel 
etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain materials may cause 
some problems.


Ken
66 BJ8



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From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Tue Jul 29 16:30:08 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:30:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
References: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807291530j9ab2cc2v184a67d0b2d979bd@mail.gmail.com>

i used kool mat on my 65 BJ8
i installed it from all the way under the dash to the trunk. i also
installed it inside the doors, inside the tranny tunnel and on top of
the tranny tunnel. IIRC it is about 1/16 th of an inch. about .07
ron rader

On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 8:24 AM, <AHMG at aol.com> wrote:
>
> I recall this being discuss  in the past but can not find it in the
> archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat into  the  the
> car? What is the best results and products for insulating the  floor, tunnel
> etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain  materials may cause
> some problems.
>
>
> Ken

From price at advocateadvisors.com  Tue Jul 29 16:35:05 2008
From: price at advocateadvisors.com (R. Price Lindsay)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:35:05 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
References: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <8D4333A09700B046A4B0DCDF4A7DE55E0E3C6F@SERVER.acrea.local>

Ken -

I installed Dynamat Xtreme last year.  It's terrific!!

Price Lindsay
'67 BJ8

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+price=advocateadvisors.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+price=advocateadvisors.com at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of AHMG at aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 10:24 AM
To: Healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation

I recall this being discuss  in the past but can not find it in the
archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat
into  the  the
car? What is the best results and products for insulating the  floor,
tunnel
etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain  materials
may cause
some problems.


Ken
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From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Tue Jul 29 17:12:28 2008
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:12:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
In-Reply-To: <000e01c8f1b3$628989c0$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>
References: <000e01c8f1b3$628989c0$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>
Message-ID: <488FA3DC.20900@earthlink.net>

Al,

My fault, the inner cables are solid.  I was thinking of bicycle cables.

The ends of the cable housing aren't suppose to be attached to anything. 
They just sit inside the ferrules.

Bob

Al Fuller wrote:
> Hi, Bob:
> 
> Thanks for the suggestions - here is what I have found:
> 
> The cable centers are solid - not stranded.  There appear to be no strands
> sticking out to hold them up.  The only thing is that the cable housings are
> not mechanically attached at either end.
> 
> The cables are not all that long and may well have too much radius.  
> 
> The choke mechanism appears to work properly.  When they are held up
> manually, the car starts right up!  (Note:  it is quite a feat to get them
> up and push the starter button, too!!)  I am not surprised, since the carbs
> literally just came back from Jim Taylor for a rebuild.
> 
> Thanks for the input.  Right now I am thinking I might be in for new cables
> since it sounds like the stock cables should fit better in both the ferrules
> at the carbs as well as at the barrel on the lever.
> 
> Al Fuller
> Fuller Compliance, LLC
>  
> Quality Systems Consulting
> Software Quality, Validation + 21 CFR Part  11
>  
> 714.335.0248
>  www.fullercompliance.com 
>  
>  
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bob Haskell [mailto:rchaskell at earthlink.net] 
> Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 6:27 AM
> To: Al Fuller
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
> 
> Al,
> 
> Sounds like the inner cable and outer housing are sticking together. Have 
> you taken the cables apart and cleaned them? Is the inner cable intact - no 
>   broken strands or kinks that would bind in the housing? Make sure there 
> aren't any burrs at the ends of the housings that will catch the inner 
> cable.  The outer sheath is to keep water (rust) out of the housing.  I 
> trimmed the sheath off each end so that the housing would fit in the 
> ferrules. For lubrication, I used some Lubriplate grease that I've used for 
> bicycle cables.
> 
> Another thought - are the three cables going to the carbs nice and long 
> with gentle, large radius curves?  If the housings are too short, then the 
> inner cables will bind.
> 
> May-be the first thing to check, be sure the choke assembly on each carb is 
> moving freely (without the choke cable attached).
> 
> Bob
> '62 BT7
> 
> Al Fuller wrote:
>> The choke cables on my '62 Tri-carb have been messed-about by prior
> owners,
>> and will not stay seated in the brass mounting on the carburetors OR in
> the
>> lever barrel at the upper ends.  The result is that once the engine is
>> warmed up and I want the choke back in, the cable sheaths jump out of the
>> mounts at the carburetors and push away from the barrels at the upper ends
> -
>> allowing the cable centers to bow instead of pushing the choke levers back
>> down, and as a result this holds the chokes open.

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Tue Jul 29 17:19:00 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:19:00 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Missing Under Load
Message-ID: <1217373540.488fa564c4807@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

FWIW
If all else fails look for an air leak. I have in the past purchased two brand 
new SU's to eliminate the 'worn spindle carb. syndrome' and only when I removed 
the old SU's there was a greasy old piece of manifold gasket that had been 
hanging out in down under the manifold.
Joe

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Tue Jul 29 18:12:29 2008
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:12:29 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <20080729160957.GCUM29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>
Message-ID: <994358.59098.qm@web37903.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Agree with Tom.  Non synthetic, and, has old fashioned levels of ZDDP.

Robert N. Blair  65 Yellow BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Tue, 7/29/08, tomfelts at windstream.net <tomfelts at windstream.net> wrote:

> From: tomfelts at windstream.net <tomfelts at windstream.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
> To: "Richard Hosmer" <rahosmer at citlink.net>, "Steve B. Gerow"
<steveg at abrazosdata.com>, "Healeys Newsgroup" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 9:09 AM
> Valvoline VR1 20/50 racing oil.  ZDDP and conventional.
>
> tom
> >
> > From: Richard Hosmer <rahosmer at citlink.net>
> > Date: 2008/07/29 Tue AM 09:46:00 EDT
> > To: "Steve B. Gerow"
> <steveg at abrazosdata.com>,  Healeys Newsgroup
> > 	<healeys at autox.team.net>
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
> >
> > Steve,
> >
> > Thanks for the link, but, I see that it is a
> synthetic. Anyone still make an
> > "old -fashioned real oil" oil, with enough
> zinc? My engine has never been
> > apart, and I'm just about down to my last can of
> 1970s-era Castrol.
> >
> > Dick Hosmer
> > BT7 tricarb
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From Editorgary at aol.com  Tue Jul 29 18:23:00 2008
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:23:00 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Koolmat
Message-ID: <bc1.37dbef3c.35c10e64@aol.com>

In a message dated 7/29/08 4:18:38 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net writes:


>   I've only heard good things about KoolMat.  Check out this website
> detailing the installation of the production in a '61 AH 3000. 
> http://www.koolmat.com/british.shtml
>   
>   I don't have personal experience with it - like I said, I've only heard
> good things.  This will probably be one of my winter projects this year.
>

But in the winter, you'll want the cockpit to be warm, so why bother?
(In the same vein of why fix the roof when it's not raining?)
Cheers
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From philritten at aol.com  Tue Jul 29 18:41:04 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:41:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <008f01c8f183$32a827f0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
References: <C4B46D28.13B14%rahosmer@citlink.net>
	<008f01c8f183$32a827f0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
Message-ID: <8CABFF4150EB40E-56C-4A0C@webmail-nf06.sim.aol.com>

I was told to get Castrol GTX SAE 20W-50 for my Healey which says "API Service SM,SL,SJ,SH" on that back (not sure what that means).?I?believe I was told it?is a special oil for older engines.?I got it at Pep Boys.

Thanks,
Phil


-----Original Message-----
From: Bob Johnson <robert.w.johnson at charter.net>
To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 6:58 am
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil



Yes. As I said, but perhaps not to clearly, a couple of days ago,  Tractor 
Supply Co. has API-SL oil availble. It is conventional (has to be to have 
the API spec) motor oil. Available in single and multi grade formulations. 
Additionally, they have non-detergent oil available for the tranny,

Bob Johnson
BJ8
>
> Thanks for the link, but, I see that it is a synthetic. Anyone still make 
> an
> "old -fashioned real oil" oil, with enough zinc? My engine has never been
> apart, and I'm just about down to my last can of 1970s-era Castrol.
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From csooch1 at aol.com  Tue Jul 29 19:58:22 2008
From: csooch1 at aol.com (Chris Masucci)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:58:22 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
In-Reply-To: <20080729132214.17078.qmail@hoster902.com>
Message-ID: <bbf.305e39fe.35c124c0@aol.com>

Maybe if I take the politicians route and say it over and over again.  Mobil
Delvac 1 Synthetic, A.K.A Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5W40, or Rotella T
Synthetic in 5W40 or dino in 15W40 are the best oils out there for flat
tappet cams.  Doesn't matter what fuel the engine is burning.

Syntec is crap, IMHO.

Cheers,
Chris
BJ8



>  Subject: [Healeys] Castrol Classic Oil
>  
>  Here is a link to Castrol's full-zinc oil:
>  
>  http://tiny.cc/aGuOA
>  --

From schauss at worldnet.att.net  Tue Jul 29 20:14:13 2008
From: schauss at worldnet.att.net (Peter Schauss)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:14:13 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <929410.28090.qm@web50006.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20080730021351.DBC7A18765A@autox.team.net>

While we are on the subject of insulation, what suggestions do all of you
have for the blast of hot air which comes from around the handbrake, and the
shift lever boot and the fact that you could fry an egg on my ash tray?

The guy I bought my car did a sufficiently good job of insulating the fire
wall, cockpit floor, and the gearbox tunnel that my feet do not get
unbearably hot.  There is, however, a serious blast of hot air coming from
around the base of the hand brake.  Although there are no cracks in the
shift lever boot, and it seems to seal well around the shift lever and the
opening in the tunnel I do feel a good bit of heat coming from that spot.
Then there is the ash tray....

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Peter Schauss
1963 BJ7
1980 MGB

> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+schauss=worldnet.att.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf
> Of Carlos Cruz
> Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 6:04 PM
> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
> 
> Hi Ken,
> 
>   I've only heard good things about KoolMat.  Check out this website
> detailing the installation of the production in a '61 AH 3000.
> http://www.koolmat.com/british.shtml
> 
>   I don't have personal experience with it - like I said, I've only heard
> good things.  This will probably be one of my winter projects this year.
> 
>   Best or luck,
>   Carlos Cruz
> 
> 
> 
> AHMG at aol.com wrote:
>   I recall this being discuss in the past but can not find it in the
> archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat into
> the the
> car? What is the best results and products for insulating the floor,
> tunnel
> etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain materials may
> cause
> some problems.
> 
> 
> Ken
> 66 BJ8
> 
> 
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From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Tue Jul 29 21:54:56 2008
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Steve=20B.=20Gerow?=)
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:54:56 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?Story=3A_Healey_Comes_Home_to_Warwick?=
Message-ID: <20080730035456.31098.qmail@hoster902.com>

Story about Healey resto firm moving into Cape:

Hat Tip: Sarah Frost:
http://tiny.cc/5OVb1


-- 
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Pasadena CA
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From flyhihealey at hotmail.com  Wed Jul 30 04:54:30 2008
From: flyhihealey at hotmail.com (Warren Dietz)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 06:54:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
Message-ID: <BAY117-W5287CC3994C439D370E1CAA17D0@phx.gbl>

Can anyone comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door panels
from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but there's a
difference in price with VB?

Thanks,  WD  67 BJ8
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Jul 30 06:12:36 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 8:12:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
Message-ID: <20080730121236.YERE13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

There is an old saying--"You pay for what you get".

Go with HS.
> 
> From: Warren Dietz <flyhihealey at hotmail.com>
> Date: 2008/07/30 Wed AM 06:54:30 EDT
> To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
> 
> Can anyone comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door panels
> from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but there's a
> difference in price with VB?
> 
> Thanks,  WD  67 BJ8
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From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul 30 06:22:24 2008
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ronald J. Ray)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 07:22:24 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
In-Reply-To: <BAY117-W5287CC3994C439D370E1CAA17D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKAELNDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>

Why don't you just order the door panels direct from Kilmartin?
They may be the supplier for both retailers you mentioned.

Ron


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of Warren Dietz
Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 5:55 AM
To: Healey List
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels


Can anyone comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door
panels
from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but there's a
difference in price with VB?

Thanks,  WD  67 BJ8

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Wed Jul 30 06:28:44 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:28:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
References: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKAELNDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <02e701c8f23f$cf0ee360$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

I assumed we were talking about interior trim panels??? Or are you asking 
about steel parts?

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ronald J. Ray" <ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net>
To: "Warren Dietz" <flyhihealey at hotmail.com>; "Healey List" 
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 8:22 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels


> Why don't you just order the door panels direct from Kilmartin?
> They may be the supplier for both retailers you mentioned.
>
> Ron
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+ronald-ray=sbcglobal.net at autox.team.net]On
> Behalf Of Warren Dietz
> Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 5:55 AM
> To: Healey List
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
>
>
> Can anyone comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door
> panels
> from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but there's a
> difference in price with VB?
>
> Thanks,  WD  67 BJ8
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Jul 30 07:00:31 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 06:00:31 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] synthetic oils
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807281906o3919df5x81960aeac50faf09@mail.gmail.com>
References: <004601c8ef8f$bdd23190$5201a8c0@Jim> <488C0405.6070300@pacbell.net>
	<005401c8f0cd$c777fab0$021919ac@valued28addca9>
	<28f529ba0807281822k2e33e57fva412fa27b40b0513@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0807281906o3919df5x81960aeac50faf09@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <489065EF.6060502@comcast.net>

In aviation circles, mineral oil is known to do a better job of 
scavenging combustion byproducts.  It also degrades more gracefully than 
synthetic (though synthetic holds its characteristics longer).  There 
are no full-synthetic oils made today for piston-engined aircraft, but 
there are several semi-synthetics.

Something (else) to consider if your Healey doesn't have a particularly 
"tight" engine.


bs




Alan Seigrist wrote:
> I have MT90 in my BJ8 gearbox and I can tell you it leaks alot less than
> when I had 30wt in it.  Putting it in six years ago I only had to top it up
> with less than half a quart just yesterday.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
>   
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
*******************************************************************

From Warthodson at aol.com  Wed Jul 30 07:29:46 2008
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:29:46 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
Message-ID: <be2.3174e526.35c1c6ca@aol.com>

Since most suppliers (like Healey Surgeons, Victoria British, etc.)  don't 
produce (or  contract to have produced) their own parts, it   would really be 
helpful to know where they get their parts from.  In other  words, what we need 
to know is the original source of the part & whether or  not it is well made.
For what it is worth, I can tell you that VB gets most (but not all) of  
their sheet metal parts like doors from AH Spares.
Gary Hodson 
 
 
 
In a message dated 7/30/2008 5:56:28 A.M. Central Daylight Time,  
flyhihealey at hotmail.com writes:

Can  anyone comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door  
panels
from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but  there's a
difference in price with VB?

Thanks,  WD  67  BJ8
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From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Jul 30 08:29:39 2008
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 07:29:39 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Any listers in Oxford MI ?
Message-ID: <000501c8f250$b35b26e0$1002a8c0@TRACY>

If you are in Oxford MI near Detroit and would be willing to pick up and
ship some parts for me please contact me off list.

 

Thanks in Advance,

 

Tracy

 

 

Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !

President AHCUSA              www.healey.org

From flyhihealey at hotmail.com  Wed Jul 30 08:42:14 2008
From: flyhihealey at hotmail.com (Warren Dietz)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:42:14 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
In-Reply-To: <02e701c8f23f$cf0ee360$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <EKEAINGPLPLMGCBCJIDKAELNDDAA.ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
	<02e701c8f23f$cf0ee360$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <BAY117-W44726C297511984EB0ABE8A17D0@phx.gbl>

  Yes, I was referring to interior trim panels. Thanks for the respones. I
prefer quality and am willing to pay a little extra.

WD   67 BJ8 > > I assumed we were talking about interior trim panels??? Or are
you asking > about steel parts?> > Rich Chrysler> >> >> >> > Can anyone
comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door> > panels> >
from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but there's a> >
difference in price with VB?> >> > Thanks, WD 67 BJ8> >
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From jhomonek at mindspring.com  Wed Jul 30 09:12:33 2008
From: jhomonek at mindspring.com (John H)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:12:33 -0400 (GMT-04:00)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
Message-ID: <25729144.1217430753614.JavaMail.root@mswamui-swiss.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

Warren,

if you want quality, then go with Heritage.  None is better. 
NFI, just a satisfied customer.

John Homonek
Atlanta AHCA
1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen Healey

-----Original Message-----
>From: Warren Dietz <flyhihealey at hotmail.com>
>Sent: Jul 30, 2008 10:42 AM
>To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
>
>  Yes, I was referring to interior trim panels. Thanks for the respones. I
>prefer quality and am willing to pay a little extra.
>
>WD   67 BJ8 > > I assumed we were talking about interior trim panels??? Or are
>you asking > about steel parts?> > Rich Chrysler> >> >> >> > Can anyone
>comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door> > panels> >
>from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but there's a> >
>difference in price with VB?> >> > Thanks, WD 67 BJ8> >
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From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Wed Jul 30 09:25:52 2008
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:25:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
In-Reply-To: <BAY117-W44726C297511984EB0ABE8A17D0@phx.gbl>
References: <02e701c8f23f$cf0ee360$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
	<BAY117-W44726C297511984EB0ABE8A17D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904EAA@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

I got the SC door panels through Victoria British on sale. They are ok,
but didn't knock my socks off.
For the black door tops, though, I got Moss and am not really satisfied.
So little foam padding that they look shrunken after being on the car
for a couple of years.
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

From alexmm at roadrunner.com  Wed Jul 30 10:03:28 2008
From: alexmm at roadrunner.com (Alex)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:03:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Spare parts
References: <02e701c8f23f$cf0ee360$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org><BAY117-W44726C297511984EB0ABE8A17D0@phx.gbl>
	<0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D904EAA@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>
Message-ID: <A90FD5599F54493E9A578042950595B7@atc0f226cd3237>

Speaking of door panels, and spares, I just picked up a new fuel hose for my 
BT7 dual-carb.  I bought it from Moss, through my local dealer.  The 
steel-jacketed hose I'm referring to goes from the fuel pipe up to the union 
at the front carb.

In any case, it doesn't fit. For starters, it's way too long. Then, the 
threads are incorrect. It's going back to Moss.

The repair was done safely instead, by cutting off the brass crimp metal on 
the back of each nut on the original hose. I used a Dremel cutoff wheel, 
although a hacksaw would work as well. Peeling off the old hose reveals 
barbs that accept 1/4-in. fuel hose and clamps.

== Alex in Maine
     "The Blue Mainie," 1960 Austin Healey 3000 BT7
     "Conkling," 1946 MG TC #1321
     Former owner 1957 A-H 100-6, 1967 A-H BJ8,
     1965 MG Midget
     http://users.adelphia.net/~alexmm/ai2q.htm 

From al at bighealey.org  Wed Jul 30 09:18:48 2008
From: al at bighealey.org (Al Fuller)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:18:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing
In-Reply-To: <CAEFIEOOGMCKMBLEKCFNOEJCCHAA.shop@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <000901c8f257$96eb03c0$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>

Hi, Ed (and all):

I took a picture where you can see the radii of the cables.  Likely the
cables are too short.  I will be investigating new cables later, so any
input is appreciated.

The picture is posted here:  http://www.bighealey.org/carb/

Thanks,

Al Fuller
Fuller Compliance, LLC

Quality Systems Consulting
Software Quality, Validation + 21 CFR Part  11

714.335.0248
 www.fullercompliance.com



-----Original Message-----
From: Ed's Shop [mailto:shop at justbrits.com]
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7:25 PM
To: Al Fuller
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Tri-Carb choke cables - securing

<<The cables are not all that long and may well have too much radius.>>

Al, could you take a pic
(from in front of radiator & standing on something)
and send to me???  I pretty much should be able to tell 'good or bad'
set-up.

Ed
Please visit my site at:   www.justbrits.com

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Jul 30 11:42:31 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 13:42:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
Message-ID: <20080730174231.IBQP29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

I know they are quality, but they just don't suit the Healey IMO anyway.  The interior was never that nice from the factory and it gives it a non-original look to me.

Just my 2c's

> 
> From: John H <jhomonek at mindspring.com>
> Date: 2008/07/30 Wed AM 11:12:33 EDT
> To: Warren Dietz <flyhihealey at hotmail.com>,  Healey List
> 	<healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
> 
> Warren,
> 
> if you want quality, then go with Heritage.  None is better. 
> NFI, just a satisfied customer.
> 
> John Homonek
> Atlanta AHCA
> 1959 BN7 - 1960 AN5 - 1974 Jensen Healey
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> >From: Warren Dietz <flyhihealey at hotmail.com>
> >Sent: Jul 30, 2008 10:42 AM
> >To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
> >Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
> >
> >  Yes, I was referring to interior trim panels. Thanks for the respones. I
> >prefer quality and am willing to pay a little extra.
> >
> >WD   67 BJ8 > > I assumed we were talking about interior trim panels??? Or are
> >you asking > about steel parts?> > Rich Chrysler> >> >> >> > Can anyone
> >comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door> > panels> >
> >from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but there's a> >
> >difference in price with VB?> >> > Thanks, WD 67 BJ8> >
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From ruvino at ripnet.com  Wed Jul 30 12:12:11 2008
From: ruvino at ripnet.com (Dr. C. Rubino)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 14:12:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] gear ratio
Message-ID: <D55A6EA139DF45AE9F8AF8D73F8245B1@RubinoPC>

How do you determine the differential gear ratio from the crown wheel?

Carl
BN-4(L)

From j.aeckerlin at gmail.com  Wed Jul 30 13:05:06 2008
From: j.aeckerlin at gmail.com (Jaap Aeckerlin)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:05:06 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Missing Under Load
In-Reply-To: <1217373540.488fa564c4807@webmail.hotkey.net.au>
References: <1217373540.488fa564c4807@webmail.hotkey.net.au>
Message-ID: <4e23c7250807301205y3e023462r67f8955281f44947@mail.gmail.com>

Friends,
maybe the attitude towards motoring is different in Europe, but as soon as I
read the numerous threads about Lucas rotors and distributors I decided to
install a 123 Electronic ignition. Fully electronic, no extra parts under
the bonnet/hood, and both cap and rotor are of Bosch manufacture - in fact
they are standard Bosch items with their part numbers shown in the 123
instruction manual.
(And the same goes for the fuel pump - I use a Pierburg rotating vane type
pump and neither ignition nor fuel supply have ever let me down).
I  go for reliable motoring and have given up the idea that everything on
the car has to be original.
Diagonal tires, anyone?
Jack Aeckerlin, The Netherlands
1964 BJ8 29432 (which just failed it' s Government test because I have
original wheel nuts with two projecting arms - and that's considered to be
unsafe to bicyclists and pedestrians. Have to borrow octagonal nuts for the
retest. What a country!)

2008/7/30 <sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au>

> FWIW
> If all else fails look for an air leak. I have in the past purchased two
> brand
> new SU's to eliminate the 'worn spindle carb. syndrome' and only when I
> removed
> the old SU's there was a greasy old piece of manifold gasket that had been
> hanging out in down under the manifold.
> Joe
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From kit at henrymotorsports.com  Wed Jul 30 13:53:12 2008
From: kit at henrymotorsports.com (Kit Henry)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:53:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Sold
Message-ID: <000a01c8f27d$e659ae90$030ba8c0@henryfce283bea>

Sorry to say though I sold my beloved Austin Healey so my son can continue
racing
I hope I have brough some new people into the Helay fold as it has gone to a
soon
to be married couple in Chicagio, Illinois mof approximately lat e 20's early
30's
I will be signing off soon until I get another Healey
The list has been great


1965 Austin Healey HBJ8L28585
Sold to Dana Westfall

Kit Henry
Prevoius owner of 65 Healey Ivory Red
54 TF
70 Mini
67 Cortina
23 T-Bucket
79 Dodage Warlock
85 Jaguar XJS

From shop at justbrits.com  Wed Jul 30 15:21:04 2008
From: shop at justbrits.com (Ed's Shop)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:21:04 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] FW: [Spridgets] WSJ article on collecter car insurance
Message-ID: <CAEFIEOOGMCKMBLEKCFNGENECHAA.shop@justbrits.com>

Even tho we have had conversations on this topic before, below IS 'new'
fodder for the pile<G>!!
------------------------------------------------------
Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 1:48 PM
To: spridgets at autox.team.net
Subject: [Spridgets] WSJ article on collecter car insurance


>From the Personal Journal section of the July 30 Wall Street Journal

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121737402789495041.html?mod=todays_us_nonsub
_
pj

[or http://tinyurl.com/6nsmvc ]
San Jose CA
'60 MK 1

From gvernau at containerhouse.com  Wed Jul 30 14:27:47 2008
From: gvernau at containerhouse.com (G Vernau Sr)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:27:47 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
Message-ID: <20080730203238.1D196187655@autox.team.net>

For what it's worth, I recently got black interior door panels and arm rests from 
Healey Surgeons to replace the originals on my BJ8 and they are indistinguishable 
(to me) from the originals,  maybe even better quality.

George Vernau Sr
67 BJ8

From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Wed Jul 30 14:50:37 2008
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 13:50:37 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] hot feet in a Healey
Message-ID: <78252.64536.qm@web83305.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

There is a foam ring behind the hand brake ratchet , see factory parts book or page 4 in our RARE PARTS catalog , you can down load it  off our web 

"Hot feet in a Healey" is my tech article in Healey Highlights April 1986
or page 105 in my  Tech Talk book.. How to stop hot air into your Healey 
         Norman Nock


--- On Tue, 7/29/08, Peter Schauss <schauss at worldnet.att.net> wrote:

> From: Peter Schauss <schauss at worldnet.att.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 7:14 PM
> While we are on the subject of insulation, what suggestions
> do all of you
> have for the blast of hot air which comes from around the
> handbrake, and the
> shift lever boot and the fact that you could fry an egg on
> my ash tray?
> 
> The guy I bought my car did a sufficiently good job of
> insulating the fire
> wall, cockpit floor, and the gearbox tunnel that my feet do
> not get
> unbearably hot.  There is, however, a serious blast of hot
> air coming from
> around the base of the hand brake.  Although there are no
> cracks in the
> shift lever boot, and it seems to seal well around the
> shift lever and the
> opening in the tunnel I do feel a good bit of heat coming
> from that spot.
> Then there is the ash tray....
> 
> Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
> 
> Peter Schauss
> 1963 BJ7
> 1980 MGB

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Wed Jul 30 14:54:31 2008
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:54:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] gear ratio
In-Reply-To: <D55A6EA139DF45AE9F8AF8D73F8245B1@RubinoPC>
References: <D55A6EA139DF45AE9F8AF8D73F8245B1@RubinoPC>
Message-ID: <012d01c8f286$77f8e980$6f00a8c0@michael>

Hi Carl,
Sometimes the crownwheel will have the ratio stamped on it somewhere
...something like 41/10 but if it does not you have to count the teeth on
the crownwheel and then the pinion then divide the crownwheel number by the
pinion number.. 
Easy as cake...piece of pie...

Michael Salter
100 (1953) #174
AHX12 (1953)
Bugeye (1961)
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/
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Behalf Of Dr. C. Rubino
Sent: July 30, 2008 2:12 PM
To: healeylist
Subject: [Healeys] gear ratio

How do you determine the differential gear ratio from the crown wheel?

Carl
BN-4(L)
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Jul 30 15:04:59 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 17:04:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Hemphill's
Message-ID: <20080730210459.QBZV13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

Anyone know if Hemphill's Healey Haven is still in business?  When I dial his 800# I get a voice telling me to call a 900 #----which, as we know is a high rate number.  

Cheers
tom 

From quenty at ntelos.net  Wed Jul 30 15:21:16 2008
From: quenty at ntelos.net (David Schweninger)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 17:21:16 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tricarb Choke Cables
Message-ID: <31F5A595-3FF6-4AF3-B6C5-C892946407CB@ntelos.net>

Al,
These pictures show the choke cable setup on my BN7. The main cable  
from the dash is a standard repro.
  I made the cables to the carbs.
  They are all standard motorcycle throttle parts. This consists of   
the Black Sleeving, the End Caps for the sleeving, the 1/16" stranded  
(7X19) Cable, and the Ferrel which is soldered on to the upper end of  
the cable.
An older motorcycle shop will have all the parts. The newer shops tend  
to be like Kmart ,with complete assemblies in little plastic bags.

Good luck

Dave and Daisy








This shows the sleeving pulled back. Note the end cap. Also the ferrel  
is just visible on the brass barrel.



This shows the Ferrel which has a small cup on the large end. the  
cable is pushed through and the cable is splayed open a bit, then  
pulled back in to the cup and soldered.

From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Wed Jul 30 16:16:08 2008
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John & Kerry Rowe)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:16:08 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Missing Under Load
References: <1217373540.488fa564c4807@webmail.hotkey.net.au>
	<4e23c7250807301205y3e023462r67f8955281f44947@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <7236835E9B704BD3AFAF7EB64ED5DF5F@rowe4323ef3cc5>

: Re: [Healeys] Missing Under Load
FWIW, we dont have the 'knock off' problem here in Australia- seems the 
bicyclists and pedestrians like the challenge of evading these diabolical 
things!
 Is this more of the "Nanny Society" looking after our wellbeing?

John Rowe    Qld Australia
BN1
BT7



> Friends,
> maybe the attitude towards motoring is different in Europe, but as soon as 
> I
> read the numerous threads about Lucas rotors and distributors I decided to
> install a 123 Electronic ignition. Fully electronic, no extra parts under
> the bonnet/hood, and both cap and rotor are of Bosch manufacture - in fact
> they are standard Bosch items with their part numbers shown in the 123
> instruction manual.
> (And the same goes for the fuel pump - I use a Pierburg rotating vane type
> pump and neither ignition nor fuel supply have ever let me down).
> I  go for reliable motoring and have given up the idea that everything on
> the car has to be original.
> Diagonal tires, anyone?
> Jack Aeckerlin, The Netherlands
> 1964 BJ8 29432 (which just failed it' s Government test because I have
> original wheel nuts with two projecting arms - and that's considered to be
> unsafe to bicyclists and pedestrians. Have to borrow octagonal nuts for 
> the
> retest. What a country!)

From cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu  Wed Jul 30 20:53:54 2008
From: cfrazer at jcomm.uoregon.edu (Charlie Frazer)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:53:54 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Door panels
In-Reply-To: <BAY117-W5287CC3994C439D370E1CAA17D0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY117-W5287CC3994C439D370E1CAA17D0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <9fb0dcf261bd07e8281351206c25ba9b@jcomm.uoregon.edu>

 From my experience, do not, under any circumstances buy BJ8 door panels 
from Moss.
When I fit mine on the front channel, the rear panel clips were out of 
alignment with the door holes by 3/8".
I returned them and was told they'd never had a complaint before so 
they must be all right.
When my dealer went to bat for me they eventually paid a local 
upholstery shop to make them fit.
They are still not right.
Charlie Frazer


On Jul 30, 2008, at 3:54 AM, Warren Dietz wrote:

Can anyone comment on experience with what vendors to purchase new door 
panels
from? I know and trust Healey Surgeons for a lot of parts but there's a
difference in price with VB?

Thanks,  WD  67 BJ8
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From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Wed Jul 30 22:57:21 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:57:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif & A-H
 Club of San Diego)
Message-ID: <02cb01c8f2c9$ec73a7d0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

Subject: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif & A-H Club of San
Diego)


Ron Phillips Passing.

(Ron's by line: "The Nut Behind the Wheel")


I am sorry to have to pass this information  on to all of you but Ron Phillips
climbed into his 100 and drove off to Heaven today.  I believe that it
happened at home as La Rea was quit upset when I so spoke with her on the
phone.  Her comment was, "That he just passed away.  "I am not really good at
this type of thing so I will just say that at the present time she is talking
about having the funeral on Monday 4Aug08 but that is not set in concrete.
Will give more info as I get it.

Bow your heads and say a prayer,

Chic

P.S. I do not have all of the addresses so if you know of someone not on the
list please forward.

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Wed Jul 30 23:48:29 2008
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F. Ronald Rader)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 22:48:29 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif &
 A-H Club of San Diego)
In-Reply-To: <02cb01c8f2c9$ec73a7d0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>
References: <02cb01c8f2c9$ec73a7d0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50807302248k7edb1891x2a6be134d4863188@mail.gmail.com>

Sorry to hear that about ron phillips. he was a nice guy.
ron rader
>
> Ron Phillips Passing.

> I am sorry to have to pass this information  on to all of you but Ron Phillips
> climbed into his 100 and drove off to Heaven today.  I believe that it
> happened at home as La Rea was quit upset when I so spoke with her on the
> phone.  Her comment was, "That he just passed away.  "I am not really good at
> this type of thing so I will just say that at the present time she is talking
> about having the funeral on Monday 4Aug08 but that is not set in concrete.
> Will give more info as I get it.
>
> Bow your heads and say a prayer,

From rwil at sbcglobal.net  Thu Jul 31 00:25:49 2008
From: rwil at sbcglobal.net (Roland Wilhelmy)
Date: Wed, 30 Jul 2008 23:25:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif &
 A-H Club of San Diego)
In-Reply-To: <5caeedb50807302248k7edb1891x2a6be134d4863188@mail.gmail.com>
References: <02cb01c8f2c9$ec73a7d0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>
	<5caeedb50807302248k7edb1891x2a6be134d4863188@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <vfm294tatcif0fshgapu88u56isldlg1a9@4ax.com>

Ron Phillips was not only a fine human being, he was a treasure house
of knowledge about Healeys and about Hundreds in particular.
Fortunately we have his 'Nut Behind the Wheel' articles to remember
him by and thank him for.

-Roland Wilhelmy

On Wed, 30 Jul 2008 22:48:29 -0700, Ron Rader wrote:

::Sorry to hear that about ron phillips. he was a nice guy.
::ron rader
::>
::> Ron Phillips Passing.
::
::> I am sorry to have to pass this information  on to all of you but Ron
Phillips
::> climbed into his 100 and drove off to Heaven today.

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Thu Jul 31 03:51:21 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 11:51:21 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?
Message-ID: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>

I have a small question - what/who is officially the "make" of the car:
Austin Healey or Austin?

Was there a company called Austin-Healey?..

The reason I am asking is I am trying to register the car at DMV in Poland -
they are reluctant to accept the make of the car as "Austin-Healey". Rather,
they say it's an Austin, but the type is Healey.. 
I thought at first they must be wrong, but then I looked at the VIN plate,
and it says Austin..


Any thoughts?

How are your cars registered?

The Florida Title I have has:
Make: AUHE
Model: /empty/

Thanks for all help,

Tadek

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 31 05:42:00 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:42:00 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?
In-Reply-To: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>
References: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807310442x2311ef6x80155113c403f52b@mail.gmail.com>

Tadek -

Austin was the company which supplied the drivetrain and took care of all
the factory records and sold the cars through their dealerships, so it is
essentially an Austin.  Just register it as an Austin.  Healey was Donald
Healey who was responsible for the design and the chassis.  Think of it as
an Alfa Zagato or a Shelby Mustang.  It is an Austin from a factory and
sales perspective.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 5:51 PM, Tadeusz Malkiewicz
<tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl> wrote:

> I have a small question - what/who is officially the "make" of the car:
> Austin Healey or Austin?
>
> Was there a company called Austin-Healey?..
>
> The reason I am asking is I am trying to register the car at DMV in Poland
> -
> they are reluctant to accept the make of the car as "Austin-Healey".
> Rather,
> they say it's an Austin, but the type is Healey..
> I thought at first they must be wrong, but then I looked at the VIN plate,
> and it says Austin..
>
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> How are your cars registered?
>
> The Florida Title I have has:
> Make: AUHE
> Model: /empty/
>
> Thanks for all help,
>
> Tadek
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Thu Jul 31 06:57:57 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:57:57 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif &
 A-H Club of San Diego)
References: <02cb01c8f2c9$ec73a7d0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>
Message-ID: <005b01c8f30d$0e6f03a0$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

I only met Ron once, and that was at the AHCA Conclave in Rockford, Ill. in 
1990. We had just begun the National Concours Registry and I believe his 
beautiful Hundred was the first to achieve Gold. He was a great fellow, and 
very knowledgeable.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "62bt7" <62bt7 at prodigy.net>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 12:57 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif & A-H 
Club of San Diego)


> Subject: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif & A-H Club of San
> Diego)
>
>
> Ron Phillips Passing.
>
> (Ron's by line: "The Nut Behind the Wheel")
>
>
> I am sorry to have to pass this information  on to all of you but Ron 
> Phillips
> climbed into his 100 and drove off to Heaven today.  I believe that it
> happened at home as La Rea was quit upset when I so spoke with her on the
> phone.  Her comment was, "That he just passed away.  "I am not really good 
> at
> this type of thing so I will just say that at the present time she is 
> talking
> about having the funeral on Monday 4Aug08 but that is not set in concrete.
> Will give more info as I get it.
>
> Bow your heads and say a prayer,
>
> Chic
>
> P.S. I do not have all of the addresses so if you know of someone not on 
> the
> list please forward.
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Thu Jul 31 07:01:18 2008
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:01:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?
References: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>
Message-ID: <006801c8f30d$86124d90$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>

Tadek,

Your DMV in Poland is right on. The "make" of car is an Austin, the "model" 
is Healey or Healey 100.

Rich Chrysler


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tadeusz Malkiewicz" <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 5:51 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?


>I have a small question - what/who is officially the "make" of the car:
> Austin Healey or Austin?
>
> Was there a company called Austin-Healey?..
>
> The reason I am asking is I am trying to register the car at DMV in 
> Poland -
> they are reluctant to accept the make of the car as "Austin-Healey". 
> Rather,
> they say it's an Austin, but the type is Healey..
> I thought at first they must be wrong, but then I looked at the VIN plate,
> and it says Austin..
>
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> How are your cars registered?
>
> The Florida Title I have has:
> Make: AUHE
> Model: /empty/
>
> Thanks for all help,
>
> Tadek
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Thu Jul 31 07:15:44 2008
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 23:15:44 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?
In-Reply-To: <006801c8f30d$86124d90$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
References: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>
	<006801c8f30d$86124d90$0471a8c0@ophrdc.org>
Message-ID: <A0289C3CD1DC4D6DBA9E6A472362D3C4@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day

Well!!!!! Not quite a 100% correct. The name of the actual marque and make
of car shown in the timeline of British cars is Austin-Healey. 100, 100/6
and 3000 are models.

It was a registered name. Austin was a separate name and manufacturer as was
Healey.

There was only one ever Healey 100 that was changed over night to an
Austin-Healey 100. Plus Healey cars are very different again.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

1947 Healey Duncan (It's a Healey car and Duncan is the model)
1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1 (It's an Austin-Healey and 100 BN3/1 model)


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Rich C
Sent: Thursday, 31 July 2008 11:01 PM
To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?

Tadek,

Your DMV in Poland is right on. The "make" of car is an Austin, the "model" 
is Healey or Healey 100.

Rich Chrysler


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tadeusz Malkiewicz" <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 5:51 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?


>I have a small question - what/who is officially the "make" of the car:
> Austin Healey or Austin?
>
> Was there a company called Austin-Healey?..
>
> The reason I am asking is I am trying to register the car at DMV in 
> Poland -
> they are reluctant to accept the make of the car as "Austin-Healey". 
> Rather,
> they say it's an Austin, but the type is Healey..
> I thought at first they must be wrong, but then I looked at the VIN plate,
> and it says Austin..
>
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> How are your cars registered?
>
> The Florida Title I have has:
> Make: AUHE
> Model: /empty/
>
> Thanks for all help,
>
> Tadek

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Thu Jul 31 07:24:50 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 9:24:50 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Long Shot Request
Message-ID: <20080731132450.ZLXV29060.ispmxmta06-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

I have an ANSA exhaust system on my BJ8.  The rear resonators are starting to erode through in several places.  

By ANY chance does anyone have or know of a set of ANSA rear resonators for a BJ8 that they might sell?

Cheers
tom 

From al at bighealey.org  Thu Jul 31 07:04:25 2008
From: al at bighealey.org (Al Fuller)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:04:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Tricarb Choke Cables
In-Reply-To: <31F5A595-3FF6-4AF3-B6C5-C892946407CB@ntelos.net>
Message-ID: <000701c8f30d$f6258e80$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>

Thanks, Dave:



I made the rounds yesterday to a bicycle shop and a newer motorcycle shop
for parts.  At both places the clerks behind the counter had their eyes
glaze over when I told them it was for a car, and couldn't give them their
standard part number so they could pick it off the shelf.



I will look for an older motorcycle shop, or will talk to the Norman Nock
about it.



Thanks for the input!!



Al Fuller

Fuller Compliance, LLC

Quality Systems Consulting

Software Quality, Validation + 21 CFR Part  11

714.335.0248

www.fullercompliance.com





-----Original Message-----
From: David Schweninger [mailto:quenty at ntelos.net]
Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 5:21 PM
To: Al Fuller; Healey Mail List
Cc: David Schweninger
Subject: Tricarb Choke Cables



Al,

These pictures show the choke cable setup on my BN7. The main cable from the
dash is a standard repro.

 I made the cables to the carbs.

 They are all standard motorcycle throttle parts. This consists of  the
Black Sleeving, the End Caps for the sleeving, the 1/16" stranded (7X19)
Cable, and the Ferrel which is soldered on to the upper end of the cable.

An older motorcycle shop will have all the parts. The newer shops tend to be
like Kmart ,with complete assemblies in little plastic bags.



Good luck



Dave and Daisy
















This shows the sleeving pulled back. Note the end cap. Also the ferrel is
just visible on the brass barrel.






This shows the Ferrel which has a small cup on the large end. the cable is
pushed through and the cable is splayed open a bit, then pulled back in to
the cup and soldered.

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From WhoCares56 at aol.com  Thu Jul 31 07:40:44 2008
From: WhoCares56 at aol.com (WhoCares56 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:40:44 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif &
 A-H Club of ...
Message-ID: <c7a.3c4a8d48.35c31adc@aol.com>

Rich, 
I don't think Ron's 100 ever achieved Gold, but if there were a  concours for 
Healey people, he would have awarded Gold for sure.
He will be missed, a lot.
 
Carroll
 
 
 
In a message dated 7/31/2008 6:05:41 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,  
richchrysler at quickclic.net writes:

I only  met Ron once, and that was at the AHCA Conclave in Rockford, Ill. in 
1990.  We had just begun the National Concours Registry and I believe his  
beautiful Hundred was the first to achieve Gold. He was a great fellow,  and 
very knowledgeable.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message  ----- 
From: "62bt7" <62bt7 at prodigy.net>
To:  <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 12:57  AM
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif  & A-H 
Club of San Diego)


> Subject: RON PHILLIPS Passing  (A-H Assoc of So. Calif & A-H Club of San
>  Diego)
>
>
> Ron Phillips Passing.
>
> (Ron's by  line: "The Nut Behind the Wheel")
>
>
> I am sorry to have  to pass this information  on to all of you but Ron 
>  Phillips
> climbed into his 100 and drove off to Heaven today.  I  believe that it
> happened at home as La Rea was quit upset when I so  spoke with her on the
> phone.  Her comment was, "That he just  passed away.  "I am not really good 
> at
> this type of  thing so I will just say that at the present time she is 
>  talking
> about having the funeral on Monday 4Aug08 but that is not set  in concrete.
> Will give more info as I get it.
>
> Bow your  heads and say a prayer,
>
> Chic
>
> P.S. I do not  have all of the addresses so if you know of someone not on 
>  the
> list please forward.
>  _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net  http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From hartfiel at alumni.princeton.edu  Thu Jul 31 08:04:04 2008
From: hartfiel at alumni.princeton.edu (Michael Hartfield)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:04:04 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Sheikh flies Lamborghini 6,
	500  miles to Britain for oil change
Message-ID: <C4B71464.57F1%hartfiel@alumni.princeton.edu>

Real collectors know how to take car of their wheels.

http://tinyurl.com/5f7zdx

Michael
BJ8

From helyjohn at cablespeed.com  Thu Jul 31 10:29:17 2008
From: helyjohn at cablespeed.com (John Snyder)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:29:17 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] Windsield Scratches
Message-ID: <36DB0C69E75C4D4E9D2DAA9D5DF3D91A@FRED>

Does anyone out there know of a good way to remove/polish out small scratches
in a windshield.  I'm in the final stages of a ground up restoration of a 1959
BN7, and there are some small scratches in the inside (rear) of its original
windshield.  TIA

John Snyder

From peter.svilans at rogers.com  Thu Jul 31 10:01:45 2008
From: peter.svilans at rogers.com (Peter Svilans)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:01:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey or Austin ?
Message-ID: <002a01c8f326$bbd45220$6500a8c0@9535DEE118EC44B>

Austin hyphen Healey was a marque in its own right.  It is always listed
separately from Austin, who were merely the manufacturers.  It was not a model
of Austin, like the Westminster, and I think the fiercely proud Healey family
would be horrified at the suggestion.

BMC paid royalties to the Healey family on every Austin-Healey sold until
1970, when the agreement made in 1952 ran out.  For 1971 the Austin-Healey
Sprite Mk IV became simply the Austin Sprite, at which point it was indeed a
'model' of Austin.  One thousand of these were made before the Sprite name was
dropped in favour of the Midget.

Best regards
Peter

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Thu Jul 31 10:31:25 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (glemon at neb.rr.com)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 11:31:25 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Registering Austin Healey
Message-ID: <25882303.271431217521885577.JavaMail.root@hrndva-web07-z02>

I always thought of Austin as the parent company and Austin Healey as a subsidiary marque.

Certainly the cars were badged and marketed as  "Austin Healey" "3000"  "Austin Healey" "Sprite" not "Austin"  "Healey Sprite".  And in fact after DMH left and the Austin Healey Sprite became the Austin Sprite, I think they were changing the name of the marque, not the name of the model of the car, which is of course simply  "Sprite" is it not? 

My original 100 Service Manual is published by the Austin Motor Company Limited, but then again there is literature that refers to "the Austin Healey automobile" and a specific one that I could find, the 12 page AH 100 marketing brochure, refers to the Austin Healey '100'  with the Hundred in quotes as shown.  That would seem to me to indicate that  Austin considered Austin Healey is the make or marque, and 100 the model name.

Austin marketed the Austin Healey as a separate marque, even though it certainly was made, sold and serviced by the Austin Motor Company Limited.

The Cambridge online dictionary defines "marque" as: "noun [C] a name of a range of cars, which is sometimes different from the name of the company that produces them"


 have had three Austin Healeys in the states and they have all been registered a AHs.


As far as the Polish DMV, probably not worth arguing with them. 

Greg Lemon

From jimf at frakes-eng.com  Thu Jul 31 10:47:25 2008
From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:47:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif &
 A-H Club of San Diego)
References: <02cb01c8f2c9$ec73a7d0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E42C9236@s07.frakes-eng.com>

Gents,

I did not know Ron, but assume he was the same Ron that drove the Black
over red w hardtop that took 1st in class at San Diego Car show in June?


If so, I have three very good pix of him and wife in the car, taking off
from the hotel on the way to the car show, at speed with the Bay in the
back ground. Three more as he accepted the 1st in class trophy at
Mercadero Park.

Anyone wanting to me to send a copy, send me an email. PREFER one person
from SO Cal to be a responder as I can't send to all.

I know the list will strip them off.

Jim Frakes, Pres.
Central Indiana AHC

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
62bt7
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 12:57 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif &
A-H Club of San Diego)

Subject: RON PHILLIPS Passing (A-H Assoc of So. Calif & A-H Club of San
Diego)


Ron Phillips Passing.

(Ron's by line: "The Nut Behind the Wheel")


I am sorry to have to pass this information  on to all of you but Ron
Phillips
climbed into his 100 and drove off to Heaven today.  I believe that it
happened at home as La Rea was quit upset when I so spoke with her on
the
phone.  Her comment was, "That he just passed away.  "I am not really
good at
this type of thing so I will just say that at the present time she is
talking
about having the funeral on Monday 4Aug08 but that is not set in
concrete.
Will give more info as I get it.

Bow your heads and say a prayer,

Chic

P.S. I do not have all of the addresses so if you know of someone not on
the
list please forward.
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Jul 31 10:52:31 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:52:31 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Windsield Scratches
Message-ID: <073120081652.17601.4891EDCF000A8A85000044C1220702065304040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Eastwood sells a kit (would probably be cheaper elsewhere).  It's a buffing disk and a special mineral compound (rhodium or rhinolyte or something like that).  I tried it on a pretty scored windshield, it took off fine scratches, nothing too deep.

I think Eastwood sells several kits for varying depths of scratches.  I believe you have to use them in succession (coarse to fine) to totally polish out the glass.

I think you would probably be better off getting a new windshield (esp. for a ground-up).


bs

--
***************************************************************
Bob Spidell         San Jose, CA        bspidell at comcast.net
'67 Austin-Healey 3000             '56 Austin-Healey 100M
***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "John Snyder" <helyjohn at cablespeed.com>
> Does anyone out there know of a good way to remove/polish out small scratches
> in a windshield.  I'm in the final stages of a ground up restoration of a 1959
> BN7, and there are some small scratches in the inside (rear) of its original
> windshield.  TIA
> 
> John Snyder
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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Thu Jul 31 10:54:45 2008
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:54:45 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?
In-Reply-To: <A0289C3CD1DC4D6DBA9E6A472362D3C4@PatrickQuinnPC>
Message-ID: <000001c8f32e$22c83350$0200a8c0@tm4>

Well,

To mu understanding there is a:
Make
Model
Marque
Manufacturer
Type

What they are looking for in Poland is the _marque_, I believe..

So, what is "Austin Healey"???

Was it a joint venture?
As it a company? Ltd?

I am beginning to be curious..

Tadek


PS. What "Make" and "Type" do You have in your Titles or registration
papers?

-----Original Message-----
From: Patrick and Caroline Quinn [mailto:p_cquinn at tpg.com.au] 
Sent: 31 lipca 2008 15:16
To: 'Rich C'; 'Tadeusz Malkiewicz'; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?

G'day

Well!!!!! Not quite a 100% correct. The name of the actual marque and make
of car shown in the timeline of British cars is Austin-Healey. 100, 100/6
and 3000 are models.

It was a registered name. Austin was a separate name and manufacturer as was
Healey.

There was only one ever Healey 100 that was changed over night to an
Austin-Healey 100. Plus Healey cars are very different again.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

1947 Healey Duncan (It's a Healey car and Duncan is the model)
1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1 (It's an Austin-Healey and 100 BN3/1 model)


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+p_cquinn=tpg.com.au at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Rich C
Sent: Thursday, 31 July 2008 11:01 PM
To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?

Tadek,

Your DMV in Poland is right on. The "make" of car is an Austin, the "model" 
is Healey or Healey 100.

Rich Chrysler


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tadeusz Malkiewicz" <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 5:51 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?


>I have a small question - what/who is officially the "make" of the car:
> Austin Healey or Austin?
>
> Was there a company called Austin-Healey?..
>
> The reason I am asking is I am trying to register the car at DMV in 
> Poland -
> they are reluctant to accept the make of the car as "Austin-Healey". 
> Rather,
> they say it's an Austin, but the type is Healey..
> I thought at first they must be wrong, but then I looked at the VIN plate,
> and it says Austin..
>
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> How are your cars registered?
>
> The Florida Title I have has:
> Make: AUHE
> Model: /empty/
>
> Thanks for all help,
>
> Tadek

From TedSeven at TorchLake.com  Thu Jul 31 11:03:09 2008
From: TedSeven at TorchLake.com (Ted Schroeder)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:03:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] chirp/squeek in BN-1
Message-ID: <20080731170257.AD808187870@autox.team.net>

My car has a chirp - chirp - chirp most of the time. It does it when moving
and when idling. It sounds like it's coming from under the hood or under the
dash. I just discovered that when I turn the steering wheel to the left
(while idling) it stops. It must be coming from the steering column - I
would guess. Has anyone else had this experience? Getting into the steering
column looks like a big job. 
 
Thanks in advance for any input.
 
Ted Schroeder
 
'55 BN-1

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Thu Jul 31 11:36:31 2008
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (kentmclean at comcast.net)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:36:31 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?
Message-ID: <073120081736.13907.4891F81F0005D29E000036532216557996020E0A040C039B020A05@comcast.net>

"Rich C" wrote:
> Your DMV in Poland is right on. The "make" of car is an Austin, the "model" 
> is Healey or Healey 100.

We may know it is an Austin-Healey, but you are dealing
with the government. Make life easy and let them call it an 
Austin, get it registered, and the with paperwork in hand, 
enjoy driving your Austin-Healey.

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From robert.w.johnson at charter.net  Thu Jul 31 11:44:30 2008
From: robert.w.johnson at charter.net (Bob Johnson)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:44:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Windsield Scratches
References: <36DB0C69E75C4D4E9D2DAA9D5DF3D91A@FRED>
Message-ID: <00a401c8f335$15ef4e00$021919ac@valued28addca9>

In the very small town that I lived in for 28 years there was a glass shop 
that did glass repair work, i.e., removing scratches and bulls-eyes from 
windshields. Worked fine except for the deepest scratches on my windshield. 
Look in the yellow pages ads for glass repair.

Bob Johnson
BJ8



> Does anyone out there know of a good way to remove/polish out small 
> scratches
> in a windshield. 

From jimf at frakes-eng.com  Thu Jul 31 11:50:53 2008
From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:50:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Windsield Scratches
References: <36DB0C69E75C4D4E9D2DAA9D5DF3D91A@FRED>
	<00a401c8f335$15ef4e00$021919ac@valued28addca9>
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E42C9247@s07.frakes-eng.com>

I have also used Griot's or (Eastwood?)glass polishing kit. Be careful
with too much pressure on the grit / polish and cover everything before
you turn it on.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+jimf=frakes-eng.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Bob Johnson
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 1:45 PM
To: John Snyder; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Windsield Scratches

In the very small town that I lived in for 28 years there was a glass
shop
that did glass repair work, i.e., removing scratches and bulls-eyes from

windshields. Worked fine except for the deepest scratches on my
windshield.
Look in the yellow pages ads for glass repair.

Bob Johnson
BJ8



> Does anyone out there know of a good way to remove/polish out small
> scratches
> in a windshield.
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From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Thu Jul 31 12:02:18 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 11:02:18 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] RON PHILLIPS - Photo from his last Healey Event. Conclave
 2008.
Message-ID: <034601c8f337$94973ef0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

 Photo of Ron Phillips at his last Healey event, Conclave 2008, San Diego,
 CA., June 29-July 4.
(Ron went out on top, 'First Place-3000 MkII. Tri-Carb')

 L-R, Carroll Goldsworth,  RON,  Dr.LeRae Phillips,  Ron Davies,  Sandy
 Davies.
(All the best of friends since way back when ???, the1970's ???)

 (DOCTOR of All Things Healey), Ron always had the correct answers for me 
!!!
First met him at 'California Healey Week 1984', Lake Arrowhead, CA.
What a sad, sad, turn of events !!!

 I'm quite sure, Ron is now bringing Donald up to speed on All Things 
Healey.

I wonder if Ron is now introducing Donald to his HEALEY-FEEELY game ??
(Identifying Healey parts by feel, sewn into shop rags)

 RON will be sorely missed by me and all that knew him, what a gentleman
he was, never a cross word, always willing to pitch-in and do whatever it
took to get-er-done.

Ron's Healey article by line, "The Nut Behind the Wheel", his sign-off,
"Till Next Time"........Ron Phillips.

Cheers and Happy-Healeying Ron......July 30, 2008.

Kirk Kvam


 ----- Original Message ----- 
 From: "Lou G" <lgalper1 at cox.net>
To: <62BT7 at prodigy.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 8:20 AM
Subject: Picture from Conclave


 We are very sad to here about Ron.
Here is a picture from earlier this month.

 Lou

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of IMG_1030.JPG]

From rpmengr at bellsouth.net  Thu Jul 31 12:08:19 2008
From: rpmengr at bellsouth.net (Bob Memler)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:08:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Windshield scratches
Message-ID: <4891FF93.7080109@bellsouth.net>

Eastwood makes some real good stuff to get out scratches. Google them 
for their catalog.
Bob Memler
'54 BN1

From al at bighealey.org  Thu Jul 31 11:04:20 2008
From: al at bighealey.org (Al Fuller)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:04:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Windshield Scratches
In-Reply-To: <36DB0C69E75C4D4E9D2DAA9D5DF3D91A@FRED>
Message-ID: <002301c8f32f$7a4f50d0$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>

Hello, John:

I would use "0000" ("four ought") steel wool to polish out the glass.

Try it out on a small unobtrusive spot first - and make darn sure it is 0000
and not the 000 or rougher steel wool else you will really have a problem!!

Al Fuller
Fuller Compliance, LLC

Quality Systems Consulting
Software Quality, Validation + 21 CFR Part  11

714.335.0248
 www.fullercompliance.com



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+al=bighealey.org at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+al=bighealey.org at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of John
Snyder
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 12:29 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Windsield Scratches

Does anyone out there know of a good way to remove/polish out small
scratches
in a windshield.  I'm in the final stages of a ground up restoration of a
1959
BN7, and there are some small scratches in the inside (rear) of its original
windshield.  TIA

John Snyder

From peter.svilans at rogers.com  Thu Jul 31 12:28:18 2008
From: peter.svilans at rogers.com (Peter Svilans)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:28:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey or Austin ?
Message-ID: <004201c8f33b$34961450$6500a8c0@9535DEE118EC44B>

Tadek,

Make/ Marque (same thing)  :  Austin-Healey
Model :  100 , 3000 Mark III, etc
Manufacturer :  The Austin Motor Co. Ltd.
Type :  (body style)  2-seat  Roadster, Convertible

The car was the product of a "gentleman's agreement" between Donald Healey,
head of  The Donald Healey Motor Company Ltd., and Sir Leonard Lord, head of
The British Motor Corporation (Austin and Morris combined).  It was to be
produced as a joint venture, with Lord handling manufacturing and distribution
and Healey retaining control over design and development.

As far as government licensing offices go, I would also just roll with it.
Don't argue with them, call it Make- Austin, Model -Healey, whatever.   Grab
your papers and get the hell out of the office.  (Speaking from experience as
someone who has registered several oddball cars not listed in the DMV
computer)

Best
Peter

From bstarke at telus.net  Thu Jul 31 12:36:23 2008
From: bstarke at telus.net (bstarke at telus.net)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:36:23 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey or Austin ?
References: <004201c8f33b$34961450$6500a8c0@9535DEE118EC44B>
Message-ID: <ABFA258D407C48C6BB31F9C09D7927B2@homeef0oqjjyyd>

For what is worth, in BC the car is an "Austin Healy" and they cannot 
correct the spelling as that is what is in the system!
I just put up with it in case they delete the whole marque!
Bruce Starke
Golden BC
>
>> As far as government licensing offices go, I would also just roll with 
>> it.
> Don't argue with them, call it Make- Austin, Model -Healey, whatever. 
> Grab
> your papers and get the hell out of the office.  (Speaking from experience 
> as
> someone who has registered several oddball cars not listed in the DMV
> computer)

From bstarke at telus.net  Thu Jul 31 12:39:18 2008
From: bstarke at telus.net (bstarke at telus.net)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:39:18 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] gearbox rebuilder in Calgary Alberta?
Message-ID: <81DAADCCE4FF4655A62AB42A65DEE814@homeef0oqjjyyd>

Is there a decent Healey gearbox rebuilder in Calgary?
I have what I hope is a minor problem but have not been able to fix it and
want to get another opinion
It is a centre shift box if that makes any difference
Thanks
Bruce Starke
Golden BC
Tricarb

From normcay at volcano.net  Thu Jul 31 13:27:32 2008
From: normcay at volcano.net (Norman Cay)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:27:32 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey or Austin
Message-ID: <000001c8f343$7b2686e0$0300000a@normscomputer>

You guys are all wrong. The California Department of Motor Vehicles document
that I get every year registers mine as:

Make: AHEAL

Body type: SPTRDS

 

We all know that California leads the way and can never be wrong.

Norm Cay,  AHEAL BN1

From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Thu Jul 31 13:43:06 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:43:06 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey or Austin
References: <000001c8f343$7b2686e0$0300000a@normscomputer>
Message-ID: <043501c8f345$a9846be0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

California leads the way and can never be wrong ????

My Healeys:      Make         Body Type

1962BT7          AHEAL      RDSDX4
1960BN7         AUKEL      RDSTR

Kirk Kvam

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Norman Cay" <normcay at volcano.net>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 12:27 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Austin-Healey or Austin


> You guys are all wrong. The California Department of Motor Vehicles 
> document
> that I get every year registers mine as:
>
> Make: AHEAL
>
> Body type: SPTRDS
>
>
>
> We all know that California leads the way and can never be wrong.
>
> Norm Cay,  AHEAL BN1

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Thu Jul 31 14:05:48 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:05:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <20080730021351.DBC7A18765A@autox.team.net>
References: <929410.28090.qm@web50006.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<20080730021351.DBC7A18765A@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <BLU117-W48A2BD35A0B25255FE9B94BF7C0@phx.gbl>

I know my BN7 has a non original trannie (top shift) but my hand brake comes
out on the passenger side of the tunnel, not the driver side.  Is this unique
as I bought a carpet set from M+++ awhile back and I had to have a new tunnel
cover carpet made because of it...also bought their thermal mat which works
well from what I can tell. But I have also plugged lots of firewall openings,
etc from the prior owners, etc.

Richard of KY
1960 BN7 #440> From: schauss at worldnet.att.net> To: Healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:14:13 -0400> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation>
> While we are on the subject of insulation, what suggestions do all of you>
have for the blast of hot air which comes from around the handbrake, and the>
shift lever boot and the fact that you could fry an egg on my ash tray?> > The
guy I bought my car did a sufficiently good job of insulating the fire> wall,
cockpit floor, and the gearbox tunnel that my feet do not get> unbearably hot.
There is, however, a serious blast of hot air coming from> around the base of
the hand brake. Although there are no cracks in the> shift lever boot, and it
seems to seal well around the shift lever and the> opening in the tunnel I do
feel a good bit of heat coming from that spot.> Then there is the ash
tray....> > Thanks in advance for any suggestions.> > Peter Schauss> 1963 BJ7>
1980 MGB> >
_________________________________________________________________
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From ronfineesq at earthlink.net  Thu Jul 31 14:14:16 2008
From: ronfineesq at earthlink.net (Ronald A. Fine)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:14:16 -0700 (GMT-07:00)
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
Message-ID: <5655520.1217535257626.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

The passenger side of the tunnel is the correct place for the hand brake lever
on your BN7.

Ron 
61BN7


-----Original Message-----
>From: Richard Collins <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
>Sent: Jul 31, 2008 1:05 PM
>To: Peter Schauss <schauss at worldnet.att.net>, healeys at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
>
>I know my BN7 has a non original trannie (top shift) but my hand brake comes
>out on the passenger side of the tunnel, not the driver side.  Is this unique
>as I bought a carpet set from M+++ awhile back and I had to have a new tunnel
>cover carpet made because of it...also bought their thermal mat which works
>well from what I can tell. But I have also plugged lots of firewall openings,
>etc from the prior owners, etc.

From healeybruce at roadrunner.com  Thu Jul 31 14:26:56 2008
From: healeybruce at roadrunner.com (Healey Bruce)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:26:56 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
References: <c27.40ac1f95.35c0901a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <00ae01c8f34b$c72f6d10$9101a8c0@home>

Ken, you see a lot of responses for Kool Mat and Dynamat.  I took a 
different route, as those products were too thick to allow me to use my 
existing carpet.  Fiberfrax is a ceramic cloth that is used in aerospace and 
aircraft applications.  It controls temps to over 2000 degrees.  I used 
1/16" thick layer on the floors, and glued it to the vertical surfaces with 
3M trim adhesive ("yellow snot").  It is cheaper than Dynamat by a lot--I 
don't recall how many feet I bought (comes 3 ft wide--perfect for the floor 
pans) but I spent about $50 and still have half of it left over.  I bought 
it from Aircraft Spruce and Specialty.  It cuts easily with scissors, but it 
will tear so you have to be a bit careful.

Bruce Steele
1960 BN7
Brea, CA
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <AHMG at aol.com>
To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 8:24 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation


>I recall this being discuss  in the past but can not find it in the
> archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat into 
> the  the
> car? What is the best results and products for insulating the  floor, 
> tunnel
> etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain  materials may 
> cause
> some problems.
>
>
> Ken
> 66 BJ8
>
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From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 31 14:34:46 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:34:46 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Job Followup
Message-ID: <8CAC16401488980-CB4-16C0@webmail-nc04.sysops.aol.com>

All,

Just got my car back (it's been in the shop for a week). At the end of the day, we got a defective wheel cylinder and a defective master cylinder from Moss. I hate to say bad things, but that doesn't really seem like a very high standard. Seems there should be testing of cylinders before they are sent (by the sub or by Moss themselves). I was fortunate the shop didn't charge me an arm and leg.

Regards

From healeybruce at roadrunner.com  Thu Jul 31 14:37:40 2008
From: healeybruce at roadrunner.com (Healey Bruce)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:37:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Ron Phillips
Message-ID: <016401c8f34d$47141930$9101a8c0@home>

If you would like to send a note of remembrance about Ron, please send to me 
and I will put them together and present them to LeRae.  I am planning on 
attending his service on Monday, though I may not be able to get it done in 
time for that.

Bruce Steele
1960 BN7
Brea, CA 

From ruvino at ripnet.com  Thu Jul 31 15:22:37 2008
From: ruvino at ripnet.com (Dr. C. Rubino)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:22:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HD-8 carbs
Message-ID: <000b01c8f353$8fab9140$cf7b4e42@OEM7E16A96DA48>

Removed the carbs to replace manifold gasket. Put them back-drove to car show
(100miles round trip) everything fine until I got home and in town driving a
lot of missing. Pulled the plugs and back ones were fouled. cleaned them up
and installed them then re-tuned using tom Mason's article from Dec/91-always
worked for me.

So now all six plugs are foulng and although idle speed screw is at the bottom
am geting idle of 1,700. What am I doing wrong. By the way electronic
ignition.

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Thu Jul 31 15:24:54 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:24:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?
In-Reply-To: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>
References: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807311424q2717eadbu8b82c5c1e27c2482@mail.gmail.com>

I guess everyone's DMV has a Patty and Selma Bouvier!

- Tom

On Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 5:51 AM, Tadeusz Malkiewicz
<tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl> wrote:

> I have a small question - what/who is officially the "make" of the car:
> Austin Healey or Austin?
>
> Was there a company called Austin-Healey?..
>
> The reason I am asking is I am trying to register the car at DMV in Poland
> -
> they are reluctant to accept the make of the car as "Austin-Healey".
> Rather,
> they say it's an Austin, but the type is Healey..
> I thought at first they must be wrong, but then I looked at the VIN plate,
> and it says Austin..
>
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> How are your cars registered?
>
> The Florida Title I have has:
> Make: AUHE
> Model: /empty/
>
> Thanks for all help,
>
> Tadek
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From ah3000me at gmail.com  Thu Jul 31 15:33:21 2008
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (T W)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:33:21 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey Marque gas article
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0807311433t7ef593a3ma09511a19be4d443@mail.gmail.com>

The Healey Marque article about gasoline grades was interesting.  Has anyone
seen 92 or 93 octane gas in the southern or mid-coast Maine area recently?

- Tom

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Thu Jul 31 15:34:31 2008
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:34:31 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <5655520.1217535257626.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <5655520.1217535257626.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <BLU117-W136372B75CE4EA28BAC76ABF7C0@phx.gbl>

Thanks for the confirm.  I assumed the M+++ carpet brake cut-out on the wrong
side was just a QC issue.  They replaced it with a correct one without issue
(well, it needed work too, but no worse than other items) but it had me
scratching my head for a bit.
RVC> Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:14:16 -0700> From: ronfineesq at earthlink.net>
To: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com; schauss at worldnet.att.net;
healeys at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation> > > The
passenger side of the tunnel is the correct place for the hand brake lever> on
your BN7.> > Ron > 61BN7> >
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From pennell at cox.net  Thu Jul 31 15:43:08 2008
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:43:08 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] chirp/squeek in BN-1
In-Reply-To: <20080731170257.AD808187870@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <20080731174308.SLLXA.12330.imail@eastrmwml37>

Ted, does it chirp with the engine not running????  Chirp with engine running is classic sound of a dry water pump.

Keith Pennell

> My car has a chirp - chirp - chirp most of the time. It does it when moving
> and when idling. It sounds like it's coming from under the hood or under the
> dash. I just discovered that when I turn the steering wheel to the left
> (while idling) it stops. It must be coming from the steering column - I
> would guess. Has anyone else had this experience? Getting into the steering
> column looks like a big job. 
>  
> Thanks in advance for any input.
>  
> Ted Schroeder
>  
> '55 BN-1

From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Thu Jul 31 15:44:35 2008
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:44:35 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] eBay-Sale Documents re Rolls Royce Healey
Message-ID: <67693.58096.qm@web30303.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

No financial interest in auction but thought it might be of interest to List.
 
Item number: 190241211941
 
http://cgi.ebay.com/DONALD-HEALEYS-1968-AUSTIN-HEALEY-ORIGL-SALE-DOCUMENTS_W0
QQitemZ190241211941QQihZ009QQcategoryZ60814QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewI
tem

Reads in part: '' ... The vehicle to which we refer is a 1968 Austin Healey,
previously the property of Donald Healey of the Donald Healey motor Company.
This vehicle was one of only four made and was destined to be the 1968
production model but for a change of policy by BLMC. It is in fact fitted with
the four litre Rolls Royce engine and whilst the body shape is identical to
that of the previous series it is in fact six inches wider. ... ''
 
Enjoy!!
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada; '60 MkI BN7 & '62 MkII BT7
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From al at bighealey.org  Thu Jul 31 16:30:08 2008
From: al at bighealey.org (Al Fuller)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:30:08 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] RON PHILLIPS Pictures - now available
In-Reply-To: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E42C923B@s07.frakes-eng.com>
Message-ID: <000201c8f35c$fe3c3ac0$c801a8c0@ARIZONA>

OK - I got the pics of Ron Phillips, created thumbnails and uploaded them to
my website - and tested that they all load.  Thanks to Jim Frakes for
providing the pictures!!

They can be found at http://www.bighealey.org/Ron_Phillips/


Al Fuller
Fuller Compliance, LLC

Quality Systems Consulting
Software Quality, Validation + 21 CFR Part  11

714.335.0248
 www.fullercompliance.com

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Jul 31 16:57:44 2008
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:57:44 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey Marque gas article
Message-ID: <073120082257.5739.489243680007AF480000166B220076219404040A0B079F9C0D@comcast.net>

Worth a shot: http://www.newenglandracingfuel.com/

I found 93 and 100(!) octane gas in liberal Los Altos, CA.


bs

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***************************************************************
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***************************************************************

 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "T W" <ah3000me at gmail.com>
> The Healey Marque article about gasoline grades was interesting.  Has anyone
> seen 92 or 93 octane gas in the southern or mid-coast Maine area recently?
> 
> - Tom
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From dwhite4949 at wowway.com  Thu Jul 31 17:35:33 2008
From: dwhite4949 at wowway.com (Daniel and Diane White)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:35:33 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Re Heat insulation
Message-ID: <48924C45.2080403@wowway.com>

Richard Collins wrote:
>   I assumed the M+++ carpet brake cut-out on the wrong
> side was just a QC issue.  They replaced it with a correct one without issue
> (well, it needed work too, but no worse than other items) but it had me
> scratching my head for a bit.


Here's my opinion of M***.  I stopped using them a long time ago and I 
don't miss the grief.  If you are a masochist order from them.
O.K., flame away.
Cheers,
Dan
1962 BN7 Mk II

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Jul 31 18:16:53 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 10:16:53 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <5655520.1217535257626.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <5655520.1217535257626.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F923@itfexch5.central.det.win>

G'day

In this part of the world the correct place for the handbrake lever is
on the driver's side of the tunnel.

I will be signing off from the list today for 5 weeks as my wife and I
will be in the US and Canada next week. If anyone is attending the
Monterey Historics over the weekend of 16/17 August, please come and
look me up at the Vintage Racecar stand and we can talk about real cars
(ie Healeys and Austin-Healeys) for a time.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

1947 Healey Duncan Saloon
1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Ronald A. Fine
Sent: Friday, 1 August 2008 6:14 AM
To: Richard Collins; Peter Schauss; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation

The passenger side of the tunnel is the correct place for the hand brake
lever
on your BN7.

Ron
61BN7


-----Original Message-----
>From: Richard Collins <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
>Sent: Jul 31, 2008 1:05 PM
>To: Peter Schauss <schauss at worldnet.att.net>, healeys at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
>
>I know my BN7 has a non original trannie (top shift) but my hand brake
comes
>out on the passenger side of the tunnel, not the driver side.  Is this
unique
>as I bought a carpet set from M+++ awhile back and I had to have a new
tunnel
>cover carpet made because of it...also bought their thermal mat which
works
>well from what I can tell. But I have also plugged lots of firewall
openings,
>etc from the prior owners, etc.
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From e-wilkins at cox.net  Thu Jul 31 18:22:42 2008
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:22:42 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] HD-8 carbs
In-Reply-To: <000b01c8f353$8fab9140$cf7b4e42@OEM7E16A96DA48>
References: <000b01c8f353$8fab9140$cf7b4e42@OEM7E16A96DA48>
Message-ID: <140FD212-FA66-493A-9CF2-6CEF15D9FC7A@cox.net>

Sounds to me like an air leak (or two). Your gaskets, manifold and/or  
carb, are not sealing.


Wilko


On Jul 31, 2008, at 2:22 PM, Dr. C. Rubino wrote:

> Removed the carbs to replace manifold gasket. Put them back-drove to  
> car show
> (100miles round trip) everything fine until I got home and in town  
> driving a
> lot of missing. Pulled the plugs and back ones were fouled. cleaned  
> them up
> and installed them then re-tuned using tom Mason's article from Dec/ 
> 91-always
> worked for me.
>
> So now all six plugs are foulng and although idle speed screw is at  
> the bottom
> am geting idle of 1,700. What am I doing wrong. By the way electronic
> ignition.
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 31 18:55:37 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 08:55:37 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] eBay-Sale Documents re Rolls Royce Healey
In-Reply-To: <67693.58096.qm@web30303.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <67693.58096.qm@web30303.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0807311755i6a84ff43y70949c76f87dc04f@mail.gmail.com>

Well I hope this is legitimate.   Certainly the 2,000 quid price tag
probably is.

Goes to show all the super shiny, perfect LBCs in The Bank Job was
completely unrealistic - I visited London in the early 70's and I can tell
you cars were not worth that much, and they were all rather dirty and run
down at the time!

Alan


On Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 5:44 AM, J. Scott Morris <jstmorris at yahoo.com> wrote:

> No financial interest in auction but thought it might be of interest to
> List.
>
> Item number: 190241211941
>
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/DONALD-HEALEYS-1968-AUSTIN-HEALEY-ORIGL-SALE-DOCUMENTS_W0
>
> QQitemZ190241211941QQihZ009QQcategoryZ60814QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewI<http://cgi.ebay.com/DONALD-HEALEYS-1968-AUSTIN-HEALEY-ORIGL-SALE-DOCUMENTS_W0QQitemZ190241211941QQihZ009QQcategoryZ60814QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewI>
> tem
>
> Reads in part: '' ... The vehicle to which we refer is a 1968 Austin
> Healey,
> previously the property of Donald Healey of the Donald Healey motor
> Company.
> This vehicle was one of only four made and was destined to be the 1968
> production model but for a change of policy by BLMC. It is in fact fitted
> with
> the four litre Rolls Royce engine and whilst the body shape is identical to
> that of the previous series it is in fact six inches wider. ... ''
>
> Enjoy!!
> --Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada; '60 MkI BN7 & '62 MkII BT7
> J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives
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From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Jul 31 18:58:46 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 10:58:46 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F923@itfexch5.central.det.win>
References: <5655520.1217535257626.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
	<3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F923@itfexch5.central.det.win>
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F926@itfexch5.central.det.win>

To Steve Byers

Sorry to bore the socks off everyone with this email.

STEVE BYERS I can't send you an email as it keep bouncing back as
undeliverable. I have put my 20cents in the slot, but it still doesn't
like me.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Quinn, Patrick
Sent: Friday, 1 August 2008 10:17 AM
To: Ronald A. Fine; Richard Collins; Peter Schauss;
healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation

G'day

In this part of the world the correct place for the handbrake lever is
on the driver's side of the tunnel.

I will be signing off from the list today for 5 weeks as my wife and I
will be in the US and Canada next week. If anyone is attending the
Monterey Historics over the weekend of 16/17 August, please come and
look me up at the Vintage Racecar stand and we can talk about real cars
(ie Healeys and Austin-Healeys) for a time.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

1947 Healey Duncan Saloon
1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Ronald A. Fine
Sent: Friday, 1 August 2008 6:14 AM
To: Richard Collins; Peter Schauss; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation

The passenger side of the tunnel is the correct place for the hand brake
lever
on your BN7.

Ron
61BN7


-----Original Message-----
>From: Richard Collins <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
>Sent: Jul 31, 2008 1:05 PM
>To: Peter Schauss <schauss at worldnet.att.net>, healeys at autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
>
>I know my BN7 has a non original trannie (top shift) but my hand brake
comes
>out on the passenger side of the tunnel, not the driver side.  Is this
unique
>as I bought a carpet set from M+++ awhile back and I had to have a new
tunnel
>cover carpet made because of it...also bought their thermal mat which
works
>well from what I can tell. But I have also plugged lots of firewall
openings,
>etc from the prior owners, etc.
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Thu Jul 31 19:02:39 2008
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (tomfelts at windstream.net)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:02:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
Message-ID: <20080801010239.GFO13398.ispmxmta05-srv.windstream.net@webmail-relay.alltel.net>

IIRC Fiberfrax has fibers similiar to asbestos, though not as bad.  Better check the MSDS sheet before cutting it where it can be inhaled.
tom 
> 
> From: "Healey Bruce" <healeybruce at roadrunner.com>
> Date: 2008/07/31 Thu PM 04:26:56 EDT
> To: <AHMG at aol.com>,  <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
> 
> Ken, you see a lot of responses for Kool Mat and Dynamat.  I took a 
> different route, as those products were too thick to allow me to use my 
> existing carpet.  Fiberfrax is a ceramic cloth that is used in aerospace and 
> aircraft applications.  It controls temps to over 2000 degrees.  I used 
> 1/16" thick layer on the floors, and glued it to the vertical surfaces with 
> 3M trim adhesive ("yellow snot").  It is cheaper than Dynamat by a lot--I 
> don't recall how many feet I bought (comes 3 ft wide--perfect for the floor 
> pans) but I spent about $50 and still have half of it left over.  I bought 
> it from Aircraft Spruce and Specialty.  It cuts easily with scissors, but it 
> will tear so you have to be a bit careful.
> 
> Bruce Steele
> 1960 BN7
> Brea, CA
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: <AHMG at aol.com>
> To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 8:24 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
> 
> 
> >I recall this being discuss  in the past but can not find it in the
> > archives. Any advice on the list for the best product to control heat into 
> > the  the
> > car? What is the best results and products for insulating the  floor, 
> > tunnel
> > etc to keep the heat out!!! I know the thickness of certain  materials may 
> > cause
> > some problems.
> >
> >
> > Ken
> > 66 BJ8
> >
> >
> >
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From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Jul 31 19:03:06 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 11:03:06 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] eBay-Sale Documents re Rolls Royce Healey
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G'day

They were as cheap as chips in the early 1970s. I knocked back a 100S
for the equivalent of Aus$2000 at the time. I bought the BN3 in 1974 for
way less than that. And just in one day of driving around London and
environs I saw 2 genuine ex Works Rally 3000s parked in suburban
streets.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Friday, 1 August 2008 10:56 AM
To: jstmorris at yahoo.com
Cc: Austin Healey
Subject: Re: [Healeys] eBay-Sale Documents re Rolls Royce Healey

Well I hope this is legitimate.   Certainly the 2,000 quid price tag
probably is.

Goes to show all the super shiny, perfect LBCs in The Bank Job was
completely unrealistic - I visited London in the early 70's and I can
tell
you cars were not worth that much, and they were all rather dirty and
run
down at the time!

Alan


On Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 5:44 AM, J. Scott Morris <jstmorris at yahoo.com>
wrote:

> No financial interest in auction but thought it might be of interest
to
> List.
>
> Item number: 190241211941
>
>
>
http://cgi.ebay.com/DONALD-HEALEYS-1968-AUSTIN-HEALEY-ORIGL-SALE-DOCUMEN
TS_W0
>
>
QQitemZ190241211941QQihZ009QQcategoryZ60814QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZ
ViewI<http://cgi.ebay.com/DONALD-HEALEYS-1968-AUSTIN-HEALEY-ORIGL-SALE-D
OCUMENTS_W0QQitemZ190241211941QQihZ009QQcategoryZ60814QQssPageNameZWDVWQ
QrdZ1QQcmdZViewI>
> tem
>
> Reads in part: '' ... The vehicle to which we refer is a 1968 Austin
> Healey,
> previously the property of Donald Healey of the Donald Healey motor
> Company.
> This vehicle was one of only four made and was destined to be the 1968
> production model but for a change of policy by BLMC. It is in fact
fitted
> with
> the four litre Rolls Royce engine and whilst the body shape is
identical to
> that of the previous series it is in fact six inches wider. ... ''
>
> Enjoy!!
> --Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada; '60 MkI BN7 & '62 MkII BT7
> J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 31 19:03:36 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 09:03:36 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
In-Reply-To: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F923@itfexch5.central.det.win>
References: <5655520.1217535257626.JavaMail.root@mswamui-cedar.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
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Patrick -

Whatever you do, keep your Ozzie dosh close at hand, you wouldn't want to
keep Yank dollars in your pocket - you might end up broke by the end of your
trip, unless you plan on visiting Zimbabwe right afterward!

Have a great trip!!!

Alan


On Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 8:16 AM, Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au
> wrote:

> G'day
>
> In this part of the world the correct place for the handbrake lever is
> on the driver's side of the tunnel.
>
> I will be signing off from the list today for 5 weeks as my wife and I
> will be in the US and Canada next week. If anyone is attending the
> Monterey Historics over the weekend of 16/17 August, please come and
> look me up at the Vintage Racecar stand and we can talk about real cars
> (ie Healeys and Austin-Healeys) for a time.
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia
>
> 1947 Healey Duncan Saloon
> 1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1

From philritten at aol.com  Thu Jul 31 19:13:26 2008
From: philritten at aol.com (philritten at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:13:26 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Question
Message-ID: <8CAC18AEF4F726C-CB4-2286@webmail-nc04.sysops.aol.com>

All,

The shop that was working on my brakes told me that they had adjusted my brakes ( 4 wheel drum) out as far as they could, and that the reason the pedal won't come all the way to the top is that the drums are worn from 50 years of use (it's firm and almost all the way to the top). Is that possible? They said that drums are often good for only three sets of pads. If so, do you eventually have to put a lining in the drum as the drums are no longer made? I've never heard that drums could wear out. I thought the only way was if they were "turned". I know that in the old (!) days there were rivets on the pads which could cause damage.

Thanks in advance,
Phil

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Thu Jul 31 20:06:31 2008
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:06:31 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] chirp/squeek in BN-1
In-Reply-To: <20080731174308.SLLXA.12330.imail@eastrmwml37>
Message-ID: <20080801020626.7F462187662@autox.team.net>

Or a generator bearing/bushing or dry fan belt

frogeye at porterscustom.com
 
Porter Customs
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2
Porter Custom Bicycles
www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of pennell at cox.net
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 3:43 PM
To: Ted Schroeder; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] chirp/squeek in BN-1

Ted, does it chirp with the engine not running????  Chirp with engine
running is classic sound of a dry water pump.

Keith Pennell

> My car has a chirp - chirp - chirp most of the time. It does it when
moving
> and when idling. It sounds like it's coming from under the hood or under
the
> dash. I just discovered that when I turn the steering wheel to the left
> (while idling) it stops. It must be coming from the steering column - I
> would guess. Has anyone else had this experience? Getting into the
steering
> column looks like a big job. 
>  
> Thanks in advance for any input.
>  
> Ted Schroeder
>  
> '55 BN-1
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 31 21:33:51 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 11:33:51 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Question
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Phil -

In my 25 years of owning Healeys, this is the first time I have EVER heard
of this.  If what they say was true, you would be able to buy new drums from
Moss motors, but as you know you cannot buy new brake drums for these cars -
that's because they don't wear out!

The adjustment bolts on these cars will take up any amount of slack so I'd
say your shop has been sniffing some brake pad vapors.

Phil - what car do you have?  Is it a BN1 or a BN2?  Or BN4/6?  One thing
that is very particular about many of the drum brake healeys is they are
very sensitive to how the brake system is bled.  This is what is causing
your problem.  The brake system is best bled using an "ezibleed" kit which
pressurizes the brake reservoir and makes sure all air is worked out of the
system.  It MUST be bled in the following order:

Left Rear
Right Rear
Left Front
Right Front

If your shop has not bled the brakes in this way, then this is your problem,
not the drums.  You can confirm this by getting into your car and pumping
the brake pedal quickly once or twice - if the pressure comes back after
pumping the pedal, this means they have not properly bled the system.

Find a better shop where they know what they are doing, or try to learn how
to do this yourself.  Doing brakes on Nissans and Fords is not the same as a
'50s era Healey.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 9:13 AM, <philritten at aol.com> wrote:

> All,
>
> The shop that was working on my brakes told me that they had adjusted my
> brakes ( 4 wheel drum) out as far as they could, and that the reason the
> pedal won't come all the way to the top is that the drums are worn from 50
> years of use (it's firm and almost all the way to the top). Is that
> possible? They said that drums are often good for only three sets of pads.
> If so, do you eventually have to put a lining in the drum as the drums are
> no longer made? I've never heard that drums could wear out. I thought the
> only way was if they were "turned". I know that in the old (!) days there
> were rivets on the pads which could cause damage.
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Phil

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Jul 31 21:50:00 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 13:50:00 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Question
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0807312033m534df548hc6ee975b77e5897b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8CAC18AEF4F726C-CB4-2286@webmail-nc04.sysops.aol.com>
	<ff59076c0807312033m534df548hc6ee975b77e5897b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F932@itfexch5.central.det.win>

G'day

I know of a number of occasions when the drums had to be replaced as
they were worn.

However before doing so I would suggest that the drums be skimmed to
ensure they are completely round and then have a set of oversize brake
shoes made up.

The actual shoe is the same size, but the brake material is thicker to
take up for the thinner drums.

Having said that I also know of drums that expand with heat to such an
extent that the pedal is very spongy. Once they cool, the brakes are
fine.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+patrick.quinn=det.nsw.edu.au at autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Friday, 1 August 2008 1:34 PM
To: philritten at aol.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Brake Question

Phil -

In my 25 years of owning Healeys, this is the first time I have EVER
heard
of this.  If what they say was true, you would be able to buy new drums
from
Moss motors, but as you know you cannot buy new brake drums for these
cars -
that's because they don't wear out!

The adjustment bolts on these cars will take up any amount of slack so
I'd
say your shop has been sniffing some brake pad vapors.

Phil - what car do you have?  Is it a BN1 or a BN2?  Or BN4/6?  One
thing
that is very particular about many of the drum brake healeys is they are
very sensitive to how the brake system is bled.  This is what is causing
your problem.  The brake system is best bled using an "ezibleed" kit
which
pressurizes the brake reservoir and makes sure all air is worked out of
the
system.  It MUST be bled in the following order:

Left Rear
Right Rear
Left Front
Right Front

If your shop has not bled the brakes in this way, then this is your
problem,
not the drums.  You can confirm this by getting into your car and
pumping
the brake pedal quickly once or twice - if the pressure comes back after
pumping the pedal, this means they have not properly bled the system.

Find a better shop where they know what they are doing, or try to learn
how
to do this yourself.  Doing brakes on Nissans and Fords is not the same
as a
'50s era Healey.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

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From glemon at neb.rr.com  Thu Jul 31 22:12:29 2008
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 23:12:29 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] chirp/squeek in BN-1
References: <20080801020626.7F462187662@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <300C3F2D1D54450BAC9F952710F844FC@Lemonlaptop>

Some diagnostic questions and some guesses, you say it does it when idling 
and whem moving does the frequency go up and down directly with engine 
speed? (as in revving at idle) car speed? (rolling) or neither?, if engine 
speed then the generator/belt/water pump school of thought may be a good 
one, except you said turning the wheel to the left seems to stop it, which 
would make those sources somewhat less likely.

In which case it could be in the stearing column, or a squeaky bushing or 
something like that.  If you think it is in the column you might try just 
pressure up down sideways etc, on the steering wheel and see if it does 
anything.  There is supposed to be a bush in the column that is often worn 
out or missing.  You might also try pushing down on the front fender (either 
side) while idling and the sound is going on to see if that makes any 
difference.

Disconnect the tach cable? once again the steering thing does not fit with 
this, but I have had squeaky instruments before.

Greg Lemon
(used to have a BN1 that made lots of noises)
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dave Porter" <frogeye at porterscustom.com>
To: <pennell at cox.net>; "'Ted Schroeder'" <TedSeven at TorchLake.com>; 
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 9:06 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] chirp/squeek in BN-1


> Or a generator bearing/bushing or dry fan belt
>
> frogeye at porterscustom.com
>
> Porter Customs
> Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
> 505-352-1378
> 1954 BN2
> Porter Custom Bicycles
> www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
> http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces+frogeye=porterscustom.com at autox.team.net] On 
> Behalf
> Of pennell at cox.net
> Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 3:43 PM
> To: Ted Schroeder; healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] chirp/squeek in BN-1
>
> Ted, does it chirp with the engine not running????  Chirp with engine
> running is classic sound of a dry water pump.
>
> Keith Pennell
>
>> My car has a chirp - chirp - chirp most of the time. It does it when
> moving
>> and when idling. It sounds like it's coming from under the hood or under
> the
>> dash. I just discovered that when I turn the steering wheel to the left
>> (while idling) it stops. It must be coming from the steering column - I
>> would guess. Has anyone else had this experience? Getting into the
> steering
>> column looks like a big job.
>>
>> Thanks in advance for any input.
>>
>> Ted Schroeder
>>
>> '55 BN-1
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>
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From rusd at sitestar.net  Thu Jul 31 22:14:56 2008
From: rusd at sitestar.net (Dave Russell)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:14:56 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Question
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References: <8CAC18AEF4F726C-CB4-2286@webmail-nc04.sysops.aol.com>
	<ff59076c0807312033m534df548hc6ee975b77e5897b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <48928DC0.2090604@sitestar.net>

I agree with Alan,
I know that the earlier cars with iron drums had induction hardened 
brake drums. It's very unusual for the drums to wear or go out of round. 
If the drums are ground oversize for some reason, the hardened surface 
may be eliminated & all bets are off on remaining drum life.

Dave Russell
BN2

Alan Seigrist wrote:

>Phil -
>
>In my 25 years of owning Healeys, this is the first time I have EVER heard
>of this.  If what they say was true, you would be able to buy new drums from
>Moss motors, but as you know you cannot buy new brake drums for these cars -
>that's because they don't wear out!

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Jul 31 22:21:42 2008
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 12:21:42 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Question
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Message-ID: <ff59076c0807312121k766e7c9n2e396e4a2d7822f7@mail.gmail.com>

Patrick -

What you say is true, but the drums would never wear so much that the
adjustor peg wouldn't take up the slack.  The problem is with the shop, not
the brake drums.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Aug 1, 2008 at 11:50 AM, Quinn, Patrick <
Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au> wrote:

> G'day
>
> I know of a number of occasions when the drums had to be replaced as
> they were worn.
>
> However before doing so I would suggest that the drums be skimmed to
> ensure they are completely round and then have a set of oversize brake
> shoes made up.
>
> The actual shoe is the same size, but the brake material is thicker to
> take up for the thinner drums.
>
> Having said that I also know of drums that expand with heat to such an
> extent that the pedal is very spongy. Once they cool, the brakes are
> fine.
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Jul 31 22:32:35 2008
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 14:32:35 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] FW:   HEALEYS
Message-ID: <3CFB7014611C6F418B529D81EC0708C70169F935@itfexch5.central.det.win>

G'day Norman

For some reason I can't get through to you direct.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn

-----Original Message-----
From: Quinn, Patrick
Sent: Friday, 1 August 2008 2:31 PM
To: 'sjnnock at sbcglobal.net'
Subject: RE: HEALEYS

G'day Norman

Yes I did receive it thanks and will try the larger filter on my return.

I have already looked on the map where you are and while I can't say for
sure we may drop in. What's the best phone number to reach you on?

Best wishes

Patrick

-----Original Message-----
From: Norman Nock [mailto:sjnnock at sbcglobal.net]
Sent: Friday, 1 August 2008 2:21 PM
To: Quinn, Patrick
Subject: HEALEYS

DID you get my E-MAIL for the fuel filter  ??

 We are only 2 hour drive from San Francisco if you want to see Healeys
in stages of restoration give us a call and visit our shop . Norman Nock


--- On Thu, 7/31/08, Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au>
wrote:

> From: Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Heat Insulation
> To: "Ronald A. Fine" <ronfineesq at earthlink.net>, "Richard Collins"
<gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>, "Peter Schauss" <schauss at worldnet.att.net>,
healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Thursday, July 31, 2008, 5:16 PM
> G'day
>
> In this part of the world the correct place for the
> handbrake lever is
> on the driver's side of the tunnel.
>
> I will be signing off from the list today for 5 weeks as my
> wife and I
> will be in the US and Canada next week. If anyone is
> attending the
> Monterey Historics over the weekend of 16/17 August, please
> come and
> look me up at the Vintage Racecar stand and we can talk
> about real cars
> (ie Healeys and Austin-Healeys) for a time.
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia
>
> 1947 Healey Duncan Saloon
> 1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1
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From 62bt7 at prodigy.net  Thu Jul 31 22:40:49 2008
From: 62bt7 at prodigy.net (62bt7)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:40:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Services for Ron Phillips
Message-ID: <05b401c8f390$c73e05b0$a535480c@kirkgrbymz8g9u>

----- Original Message -----
From: LeRae Phillips
To: LeRae Phillips
Cc: Tim Phillips
Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2008 9:14 PM
Subject: Services for Ron Phillips


Ron passed away suddenly at home yesterday, Wednesday, July 30th.

We will hold a viewing this Monday night (August 4th) from 5:00-7:00 pm.

The service will be the following day, Tuesday, August 5th at 12:00 noon.

Both events will be held at Fairhaven Memorial Park, 1702 Fairhaven Ave,
Santa Ana, CA, 92705.

Fairhaven's phone number is 714-633-1442.

They are just south of the 22 Freeway and east of Grand Ave.

Exit Grand avenue South, a very short distance, then left on Fairhaven Ave.
About 5 blocks later you will see the memorial park on the right.

We know we don't have a complete list of email addresses -
you may inform others who would want to know.

Thank you,

LeRae and Timothy

From rwil at sbcglobal.net  Thu Jul 31 22:51:40 2008
From: rwil at sbcglobal.net (Roland Wilhelmy)
Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:51:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Brake Question
In-Reply-To: <8CAC18AEF4F726C-CB4-2286@webmail-nc04.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CAC18AEF4F726C-CB4-2286@webmail-nc04.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <7c5594hrapmrm9222tjp0fru4g4ss0t4of@4ax.com>

The drums on our BN1, not driven since 1964, were worn past the point
where they could be trued or turned.  I bought used drums on eBay --
actually two full sets -- just because of my experience.  I didn't
think of having shoes with thicker linings made up.  That would have
worked well since the new shoes I got would barely fit inside the
drums even after radiusing (and of course setting the adjusters to
their minimum).

-Roland
BN1 #724

On Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:13:26 -0400, you wrote:

::All,
::
::The shop that was working on my brakes told me that they had adjusted my
brakes ( 4 wheel drum) out as far as they could, and that the reason the pedal
won't come all the way to the top is that the drums are worn from 50 years of
use (it's firm and almost all the way to the top). Is that possible? They said
that drums are often good for only three sets of pads. If so, do you
eventually have to put a lining in the drum as the drums are no longer made?
I've never heard that drums could wear out. I thought the only way was if they
were "turned". I know that in the old (!) days there were rivets on the pads
which could cause damage.
::
::Thanks in advance,
::Phil

From aon.912808691 at aon.at  Thu Jul 31 23:22:46 2008
From: aon.912808691 at aon.at (Reinhart Rosner (aon))
Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008 07:22:46 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?
In-Reply-To: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>
References: <000001c8f2f2$fdeacc90$1c05447e@tm4>
Message-ID: <!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAAO4xkv9iMZ1JorPCRXSfNUgBAAAAAA==@aon.at>

Tadek,

My 100 came directly after production to a local dealer in Austria and in
the old papers it says about the company: Austin, England. And for the type
they wrote Austin Healey 100.

When I bought the car in 1999 I tried to change this, but at the
registration they said: We do not have Austin Healey in our computer, lets
leave it an Austin.

Kind regards

Reinhart


Reinhart Rosner
1955 AH 100 BN1
Vienna  Austria



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Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Gesendet: Donnerstag, 31. Juli 2008 11:51
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Betreff: [Healeys] Austin Healey or Austin?

I have a small question - what/who is officially the "make" of the car:
Austin Healey or Austin?

Was there a company called Austin-Healey?..

The reason I am asking is I am trying to register the car at DMV in Poland -
they are reluctant to accept the make of the car as "Austin-Healey". Rather,
they say it's an Austin, but the type is Healey..
I thought at first they must be wrong, but then I looked at the VIN plate,
and it says Austin..


Any thoughts?

How are your cars registered?

The Florida Title I have has:
Make: AUHE
Model: /empty/

Thanks for all help,

Tadek
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From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Thu Jul 31 23:46:53 2008
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au)
Date: Fri,  1 Aug 2008 15:46:53 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Austin 0r Austin Healey
Message-ID: <1217569613.4892a34d5b1de@webmail.hotkey.net.au>

The following information may not interest all on the list. I think the name 
depends who you are dealing with. The F.I.A ( Federation of International 
Motorsport ) controlled and managed the sports car championship in 1965.This 
championship was officially called - 'THE MANUFACTURER'S CHAMPIONSHIP' and was 
a promotion opportunity for manufacturers to show the value of their products. 
Events were held at Sebring, LeMans, Targa Florio and a fifth race I can't 
remember. In our case the Make entered was Austin Healey. Most interestingly 
the entrant was Donald Healey Motor Company. The Healeys entered in this 
championship were fitted with chassis plates that  identified the 3000 
as 'HEALEY GT and manufacturer, Donald Healey Motor Company.The LeMans/Sebring 
Sprites of that time had similar chassis plates. YOUR CHOICE, but I would not 
argue with your government or you could end up as an unidentifiable kit car
Joe