From healeynut at hotmail.com  Thu Oct  1 00:14:23 2009
From: healeynut at hotmail.com (Don Hardie)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 16:14:23 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Very helpful Lucas Reference has been made available
 to you (for free!)
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0909301840q48e14321n58c27044a7f6720b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <ff59076c0909291952lab8da8ew9d85c961aa24195c@mail.gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <BAY116-W12597116D92F653D3D5836BCD30@phx.gbl>

I wasn't quick enough to see it, there's not even a little bit of ash left.



Don



Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 09:40:10 +0800
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Very helpful Lucas Reference has been made available to
you (for free!)
From: healey.nut at gmail.com
To: healeynut at hotmail.com
CC: mgtd51 at comcast.net; m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca; healeys at autox.team.net

Don -

If you look at pages 15-18 in Section 5, there is a specific section on Lucas
Smoke.
Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8



On Thu, Oct 1, 2009 at 8:31 AM, Don Hardie <healeynut at hotmail.com> wrote:

Thanks Alan

This must be all the Lucas information you could want, except there's no
section on Smoke.

Don Hardie
BN1
OZ


 		 	   		  
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct  1 01:40:24 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:40:24 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] chassis painting: electro coating vs. powder coating
In-Reply-To: <4FC06777686F40249770E5D497CDA950@tm>
References: <4FC06777686F40249770E5D497CDA950@tm>
Message-ID: <4AC45CE8.8010900@chello.nl>

Tadeusz,

It is the proces used by many car manufacturers to be able to get some 
degree of coating on inaccessible areas to improve corrosion resistance.
The problem with coating an old chassis is that it needs to be 
absolutely clean and rustfree in- and externally for the coating to be 
effective.

Never have a chassis or chassis/suspension parts powder coated. 
Corrosion will creep under the coat out of sight when small deficiencies 
occur and can cause serious havoc.  In fact powder coating is absolutely 
unsuitable for car applications when chip/scratch damage and subsequent 
moisture ingression and rust can occur. I regard it as a dangerous 
practice to do so. You may use it in the interiour of the car.

I prefer simpel cleaning, removing all rust externally, as much as 
possible internally, priming and painting. After a couple of weeks, 
leaving it in a warm and very dry environment, mist the internal 
crevices with rust proofing wax, avoid thick layers of it, or 
spray/inject with a product like Waxoil. You may have to drill a few 
small holes to reach all area's. These are sealed afterward with plastic 
plugs.

Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Tadeusz Malkiewicz schreef:
> Hello,
>
> I am investigating painting of the chassis.
>
> A friend of mine recently told me, it might be possible to use electro
> coating (sometimes called Electrophoretic deposition (EPD)) for my chassis. 
> Is anyone familiar with the process? I though of using it instead of primer
> and then painting the chassis in color later on.
>
> The nice thing about it is that it's a dip process, so the entire chassis is
> painted, not just what's accessible with a spray gun.
>
> Tadek
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From sales at justbrits.com  Thu Oct  1 02:31:05 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 03:31:05 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] ANTI LBC - Australian Road Trains - with music!!]
Message-ID: <4AC468C9.7040302@justbrits.com>

This is a post by a chap who has a Sprite Shop in Oz !!!
I found SO 'WOW' & interesting I am hosting it.

FYI & FWIW & NFI< Etc., Etc., Etc., yada, yada, yada !!!
****************************************************************************************
From: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com 
<mailto:midgetsprite%40yahoogroups.com> 
[mailto:midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com 
<mailto:midgetsprite%40yahoogroups.com>] On
Behalf Of Colin Dodds
Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:51 PM
To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com 
<mailto:midgetsprite%40yahoogroups.com>; bugeye at yahoogroups.com 
<mailto:bugeye%40yahoogroups.com>
Subject: [midgetsprite] ANTI LBC - Australian Road Trains - with music!!

G'day all

You've been warned by the topic - this is about as far as you can get from
Little British Cars.

However, I was so warmed by your reception of Eric Idle's song, I thought I
should share this presentation with you.

Oz is a big Country with a small population and poor rail transport. We move
stuff around the Outback with "Road Trains" - one prime mover (or sometime
two coupled) with two, three or more carriages hooked on behind. Click on
this link, kindly hosted by Ed, for some of our Road Trains. Click Enter to
move forward during the presentation.

Notice the "roo bars" on the prime mover. They are to protect the radiator
and body from errant kangaroos, but also to give a little protection from
damage caused by buffalo. We have many packs of wild water buffalo in
Northern Australia. The buffalo like to sleep at night on the roads, as the
hot tar keeps them warm. They're black, just like the road, and hard to see.
Hitting a 3 ton buffalo at 60 mph makes a mess of the truck.

  <http://www.justbrits.com/1275/Colin_Oz.pps 
<http://www.justbrits.com/1275/Colin_Oz.pps>>

Ed says: Power Point Viewer is required and if you don't
have, do a Google for PPV and it will take you to
a Microsoft D/L site<G> !!!!!

Enjoy, and avagoodday
Colin
www.SpriteParts.com.au


__,_._,___

From ampole at hotmail.com  Thu Oct  1 02:36:13 2009
From: ampole at hotmail.com (andy pole)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 08:36:13 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] chassis painting: electro coating vs. powder coating
In-Reply-To: <4FC06777686F40249770E5D497CDA950@tm>
References: <4FC06777686F40249770E5D497CDA950@tm>
Message-ID: <SNT103-W344280D759A537F8FA117FD5D30@phx.gbl>

Hi Tadek



There is a company in the Uk that first started doing this on Subaru World
Rally Championship Car WRC, they then moved into doing classic cars due to
demand, they always seem to do alot of cars for the features in Practical
classics, heres the company so you can read all about it:



http://www.surfaceprocessing.co.uk/



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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct  1 02:59:22 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:59:22 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4AC46F6A.1090604@chello.nl>

Mike,
Build as big as you possibly can and are allowed by SWMBO (big hurdle). 
It is bliss to work on a car with enough room around it to move.
Go for a lift, preferrably the old fashoined drive on type. You can 
store another car underneath if neccesary. A pit is rather useless as 
you cannot vary the height. It is OK for an exhaust job or changing oil, 
but that is about all.
Make sure you have enough space (loft?) for parts, you will be surprised 
about the volume it expands too.
Do not forget to extend the central heating of the house to the garage 
and apply heat insulation. Depending on the area you live an airco unit 
may be better in combination with a dehumidifier.
Fit an old kitchen unit with hot and cold water, fridge/freezer, large 
electrical oven. Fridge /freezer is not only for the beer. It is to 
store certain materials that keep better when cold and to cool down 
parts for better fitting combined with other parts to be heated in the 
oven.
A toilet is not a bad idea either. I am sorry I did not install one when 
I build my garage.
Fit a big extractor fan and install several 5kg or larger fire 
extinguishers of the halon, CO2 or foam type but ensure you use the 
correct variety for petrol/oil fires.
The rest is covered pretty much by the comments of others.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

mike brooks schreef:

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Thu Oct  1 03:08:41 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:08:41 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <4AC46F6A.1090604@chello.nl>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
	<4AC46F6A.1090604@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <4AC47199.4000701@comcast.net>

<< Fridge /freezer is not only for the beer. >>

Sorry Kees, you ARE wrong !!!!

LOL

http://www.justbrits.com/frig1.jpg

Anon

<G>

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct  1 03:40:58 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:40:58 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <4AC47199.4000701@comcast.net>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
	<4AC46F6A.1090604@chello.nl> <4AC47199.4000701@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4AC4792A.6020106@chello.nl>

Well, fit 2 fridges!!!! or get a bar with tap in the garage. But don't 
tell your wife or apply for a divorce.
Kees Oudesluijs


63ahbj7 schreef:
> << Fridge /freezer is not only for the beer. >>
>
> Sorry Kees, you ARE wrong !!!!
>
> LOL
>
> http://www.justbrits.com/frig1.jpg
>
> Anon
>
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From scthomton at yahoo.com  Thu Oct  1 06:18:30 2009
From: scthomton at yahoo.com (Steve Thomton)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 05:18:30 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <14707.43873.qm@web54402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Make sure you have plenty of power....220v for MIG welder, etc...and outlets
all over the place.  Also....lights lights lights..... and lights.  I also
installed some speakers in the ceiling for good sound and to keep them out of
the way.   Also you have to have plenty of storage or the place will be a mess
with stuff.  I made my workbench out of 1/4" steel...you can do anything you
want on it and it's easy to clean.....brakes, welding..whatever.
 
 
Steve

--- On Wed, 9/30/09, mike brooks <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk> wrote:


From: mike brooks <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2009, 12:55 PM


Hi listers,

Long time no hear from me - I'm several thousand miles away from
my BN2 on a Middle East work assignment. The good news is that we're planning
to be re-united sometime next year, when I will be building a house, garage
and workshop on a piece of land just purchased. So I'm looking for you guys
with fantastic garage and workshop facilities to give me loads of advice on
equipment, layout , services etc. etc.  The basic specification for the
garage/ workshop is:- Two car garage + workshop; Lift/pit (which?);
facilities
for all mechanical work including engine rebuild; limited welding facilities
for smaller jobs but not complete bodywork.

Please copy list.

Thanks

Mike
Brooks
'56 BN2
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct  1 06:55:21 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 12:55:21 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <4AC47199.4000701@comcast.net>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
	<4AC46F6A.1090604@chello.nl>  <4AC47199.4000701@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W40B00E4DB09159FF734D69B8D30@phx.gbl>

ED!



If you want to drink water, why don't you just drink water?  ;)



RD

> Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 04:08:41 -0500
>
> << Fridge /freezer is not only for the beer. >>
>
> Sorry Kees, you ARE wrong !!!!
>
> LOL
>
> http://www.justbrits.com/frig1.jpg
>
> Anon
>
> <G>

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct  1 07:02:22 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:02:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <14707.43873.qm@web54402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
	<14707.43873.qm@web54402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <038d01ca4297$6a8fe2f0$3fafa8d0$@net>

Also be sure that the garage doors are wide. If it is a two car garage, have
one door to open rather than two separate doors for each side as is common
in NJ where I live.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Steve Thomton
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 8:19 AM
To: Healeys; mike brooks
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design

Make sure you have plenty of power....220v for MIG welder, etc...and outlets
all over the place.  Also....lights lights lights..... and lights.  I also
installed some speakers in the ceiling for good sound and to keep them out
of
the way.   Also you have to have plenty of storage or the place will be a
mess
with stuff.  I made my workbench out of 1/4" steel...you can do anything you
want on it and it's easy to clean.....brakes, welding..whatever.


Steve

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct  1 08:47:51 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:47:51 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] chassis painting: electro coating vs. powder coating
In-Reply-To: <751d05480910010616q51176b4lb43f383030511324@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4FC06777686F40249770E5D497CDA950@tm> <4AC45CE8.8010900@chello.nl>
	<751d05480910010616q51176b4lb43f383030511324@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AC4C117.3040506@chello.nl>

Overhere it is a rather damp country with salt on the roads in winter. 
You should see the havoc played on powder coated parts and objects. Even 
intentionally outdoor objects like flues that are powder coated can rust 
away completely in a relative short time, the coat just falling of in 
large blisters once the coat, far worse than if they are primed and 
painted. The adhesion and corrosion resistance once damaged of the 
powder coat seems to be less than with the traditional way of painting.
The best way to preserve the chassis would be to have it dip galvanised 
after all repairs and other welding has been done. It would add some 
kilo's but it will stiffen the chassis and it will not rust in at least 
a lifetime.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Curt/Nancy Arndt schreef:
> Hi All,
>
> Powder coating is just paint applied electrostatically versus 
> chemically and as such perfectly suitable for the chassis as well as 
> most other parts on our cars.  As with traditionally allied paint, the 
> surface preparation is all important so if you can't powder coat then 
> you shouldn't paint either.
>
> I've heard these nonsense criticisms of powder coating from the 
> uninformed for years from folks who equate powder coating with 
> everything from porcelain enamel to who knows what.  They are all BS.
>
> I know one restorer who has been powder coating chassis for years with 
> great results.  He had even matched most Healey colors to include Old 
> English White and Healey Blue Metallic, however he's no longer in 
> business.  I as well as Roger Moment powder coat most everything to 
> include suspension parts, the entire rear end case, steering box 
> assembly, etc...  With that said it's hard to find a powdercoater with 
> an oven large enough to do a chassis let alone one willing to match 
> Healey colors, so I probably wont go this route on my car.
>
> My local powder coating shop has a neat technique where the parts are 
> phosphate coated after bead blasting and then the powder coat is 
> applied cool versus hot.  The result is a much thinner application 
> that is not too thick, 4 to 5 mils thickness versus the normal 7 to 8 
> mil thickness from the traditional application.  I also use Cardinal 
> brand which comes in varying grades of gloss 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% and 
> 90%.  I prefer 60% for most applications in black while Roger uses 
> 80%. This looks identical to paint with much greater durability.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Curt Arndt
> Carlsbad, CA

From scvc70 at epix.net  Thu Oct  1 08:58:27 2009
From: scvc70 at epix.net (Carr&Edwards)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 10:58:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <47128D148E0E4965B46C28CF00305D33@S0026273562>

What's the climate where you're settling (in UK??)?  It gets COLD here in 
Northeastern Pennsylvania in the winter, so we put radiant heat in the 
concrete floor of our new workshop--heat provided by a propane water heater 
rather than a furnace.  Even a thermostat temp. of 55 degrees is 
comfortable--warm feet when standing, warm body when lying on the floor 
under a car.

Definitely a lift rather than a pit; and don't skimp on the electrical 
service!

Sarah Carr
BN1 in PA




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 2:55 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design


> Hi listers,
>
> Long time no hear from me - I'm several thousand miles away from
> my BN2 on a Middle East work assignment. The good news is that we're 
> planning
> to be re-united sometime next year, when I will be building a house, 
> garage
> and workshop on a piece of land just purchased. So I'm looking for you 
> guys
> with fantastic garage and workshop facilities to give me loads of advice 
> on
> equipment, layout , services etc. etc.  The basic specification for the
> garage/ workshop is:- Two car garage + workshop; Lift/pit (which?); 
> facilities
> for all mechanical work including engine rebuild; limited welding 
> facilities
> for smaller jobs but not complete bodywork.
>
> Please copy list.
>
> Thanks
>
> Mike
> Brooks
> '56 BN2

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Oct  1 09:26:33 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 23:26:33 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <4AC4792A.6020106@chello.nl>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
	<4AC46F6A.1090604@chello.nl> <4AC47199.4000701@comcast.net>
	<4AC4792A.6020106@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910010826r25769438i4530a3ab172025b2@mail.gmail.com>

Yes, a keg of beer in the garage is a mighty fine idea.  I'd be smiling all
the time, but nothing would ever get done.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Thu, Oct 1, 2009 at 5:40 PM, Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl> wrote:

> Well, fit 2 fridges!!!! or get a bar with tap in the garage. But don't tell
> your wife or apply for a divorce.
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
> 63ahbj7 schreef:
>
>> << Fridge /freezer is not only for the beer. >>
>>
>> Sorry Kees, you ARE wrong !!!!
>>
>> LOL
>>
>> http://www.justbrits.com/frig1.jpg
>>
>> Anon
>>
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct  1 09:29:55 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:29:55 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910010826r25769438i4530a3ab172025b2@mail.gmail.com>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>	
	<4AC46F6A.1090604@chello.nl> <4AC47199.4000701@comcast.net>	
	<4AC4792A.6020106@chello.nl>
	<ff59076c0910010826r25769438i4530a3ab172025b2@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AC4CAF3.6050604@chello.nl>

If you are smiling you have fun. Having fun is the main purpose in life 
so what is the problem?
Kees Oudesluijs


Alan Seigrist schreef:
> Yes, a keg of beer in the garage is a mighty fine idea.  I'd be 
> smiling all the time, but nothing would ever get done.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8

From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Thu Oct  1 09:42:19 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:42:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] chassis painting: electro coating vs. powder coating
In-Reply-To: <SNT103-W344280D759A537F8FA117FD5D30@phx.gbl>
References: <4FC06777686F40249770E5D497CDA950@tm>
	<SNT103-W344280D759A537F8FA117FD5D30@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <8CC10C4E4CFED4E-22DC-27E7A@webmail-m038.sysops.aol.com>

Is there a company in the USA that does this process?



Bill Wilkman

BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: andy pole <ampole at hotmail.com>
To: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl; healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Thu, Oct 1, 2009 1:36 am
Subject: Re: [Healeys] chassis painting: electro coating vs. powder coating




Hi Tadek



There is a company in the Uk that first started doing this on Subaru World
Rally Championship Car WRC, they then moved into doing classic cars due to
demand, they always seem to do alot of cars for the features in Practical
classics, heres the company so you can read all about it:



http://www.surfaceprocessing.co.uk/



cheers Andy


                      
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From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Thu Oct  1 10:11:19 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:11:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <14707.43873.qm@web54402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <8CC10C8F1F7478E-22DC-28722@webmail-m038.sysops.aol.com>

Whatever you do, don't skimp on the compressor.? I went through two compressors before I bit the big one and got a high quality unit.? The only down side is the really good ones are not portable.? Mine is bolted to the floor and I've piped the air to two other locations in my 1100 square foot garage via copper piping.? The unit I bought is an Ingersol Rand Model SS5L5.? It has a 60 gallon tank and runs a 5 horse power motor with 11.8 hp peak.? It requires a 230 volt connection.? It reaches 135 psi max., and runs at 18.1 CFM @ 90 psi.? With it I can do HVLP painting, bead blasting, and run all sorts of air tools without overtaxing the compressor.? I bought mine from Northern Tool.? They had a good price and free shipping.? 



I'm also going to look into a Zip Wall system to allow the creation of a temporary paint booth for painting large parts and car bodies.? Presently I have a plastic sheet enclosure that I secure to the ceiling when not in use.? The Zip Wall system allows for the creation of any size booth area and can be taken down and stored when not in use.? 



Finally, put lots of high efficiency fluorescent lighting in the garage and about twice as many outlets as you think you'll need, including outlets in the ceiling from which you can suspend extension retractable reel extension cords.? 



Bill Wilkman

USA

From derek.c.job at gmail.com  Thu Oct  1 10:17:28 2009
From: derek.c.job at gmail.com (Derek Job)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 18:17:28 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Very helpful Lucas Reference has been made available
 to you (for free!)
In-Reply-To: <BAY116-W12597116D92F653D3D5836BCD30@phx.gbl>
References: <ff59076c0909291952lab8da8ew9d85c961aa24195c@mail.gmail.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP639F612BB5933742F9D8B5C3D40@phx.gbl>
	<ff59076c0909301840q48e14321n58c27044a7f6720b@mail.gmail.com>
	<BAY116-W12597116D92F653D3D5836BCD30@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <d7fbb3ac0910010917w724fd339pd1106708c3a869e4@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks Alan.

This great stuff, particularly for people like me with no engineering or
mechanical/electrical background.

Ive printed it all out and have already begun my 'coursework' - really
interesting stuff, including the advantages of the positive earth system!
Brilliant.

cheers

Derek





On Thu, Oct 1, 2009 at 8:14 AM, Don Hardie <healeynut at hotmail.com> wrote:

> I wasn't quick enough to see it, there's not even a little bit of ash left.
>
>
>
> Don
>
>
>
> Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 09:40:10 +0800
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Very helpful Lucas Reference has been made available
> to
> you (for free!)
> From: healey.nut at gmail.com
> To: healeynut at hotmail.com
> CC: mgtd51 at comcast.net; m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca; healeys at autox.team.net
>
> Don -
>
> If you look at pages 15-18 in Section 5, there is a specific section on
> Lucas
> Smoke.
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8
>
>
>
> On Thu, Oct 1, 2009 at 8:31 AM, Don Hardie <healeynut at hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> Thanks Alan
>
> This must be all the Lucas information you could want, except there's no
> section on Smoke.
>
> Don Hardie
> BN1
> OZ
>
>
>
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Thu Oct  1 10:27:49 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:27:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4AC4D885.203@pacbell.net>

Hi Mike,

While all the suggestions from the Healey List are good, try joining the 
Shop-talk List.  It discusses exactly the kind of questions you have.  
Many of us are on both Lists.

http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/shop-talk

Good luck and welcome back!

Bill
'53 BN1M  

mike brooks wrote:
> Hi listers,
>
> Long time no hear from me - I'm several thousand miles away from
> my BN2 on a Middle East work assignment. The good news is that we're planning
> to be re-united sometime next year, when I will be building a house, garage
> and workshop on a piece of land just purchased. So I'm looking for you guys
> with fantastic garage and workshop facilities to give me loads of advice on
> equipment, layout , services etc. etc.  The basic specification for the
> garage/ workshop is:- Two car garage + workshop; Lift/pit (which?); facilities
> for all mechanical work including engine rebuild; limited welding facilities
> for smaller jobs but not complete bodywork.
>
> Please copy list.
>
> Thanks
>
> Mike
> Brooks
> '56 BN2
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From heard at datatrontech.net  Thu Oct  1 11:13:26 2009
From: heard at datatrontech.net (Heard)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 13:13:26 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <8CC10C8F1F7478E-22DC-28722@webmail-m038.sysops.aol.com>
References: <14707.43873.qm@web54402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<8CC10C8F1F7478E-22DC-28722@webmail-m038.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <102001ca42ba$7db5fef0$1801010a@xp>

I tried to read this post but got tired of asking myself all of these
questions.?

Heard.?

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of wilkmanracing at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 12:11 PM
To: scthomton at yahoo.com; healeys at autox.team.net; hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design

Whatever you do, don't skimp on the compressor.? I went through two
compressors before I bit the big one and got a high quality unit.? The only
down side is the really good ones are not portable.? Mine is bolted to the
floor and I've piped the air to two other locations in my 1100 square foot
garage via copper piping.? The unit I bought is an Ingersol Rand Model
SS5L5.? It has a 60 gallon tank and runs a 5 horse power motor with 11.8 hp
peak.? It requires a 230 volt connection.? It reaches 135 psi max., and runs
at 18.1 CFM @ 90 psi.? With it I can do HVLP painting, bead blasting, and
run all sorts of air tools without overtaxing the compressor.? I bought mine
from Northern Tool.? They had a good price and free shipping.? 



I'm also going to look into a Zip Wall system to allow the creation of a
temporary paint booth for painting large parts and car bodies.? Presently I
have a plastic sheet enclosure that I secure to the ceiling when not in
use.? The Zip Wall system allows for the creation of any size booth area and
can be taken down and stored when not in use.? 



Finally, put lots of high efficiency fluorescent lighting in the garage and
about twice as many outlets as you think you'll need, including outlets in
the ceiling from which you can suspend extension retractable reel extension
cords.? 



Bill Wilkman

USA

From Editorgary at aol.com  Thu Oct  1 11:37:19 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 13:37:19 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] My Garage List
Message-ID: <c75.5cf8c8c1.37f642cf@aol.com>

Biggest mistake I made on the restoration that led to writing the Healey 
restoration book: not restoring my garage before restoring the car. I would 
have been much happier during the restoration, and my wife would have been 
happier, as well. If I were doing this again, here's my list of priorities:

Good quality floor -- best epoxy coating professionally applied

Excellent wiring system with plugs on all four walls and ceiling above work 
area, lots of amperage, lights, lights, lights.

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning so the garage/workshop is 
comfortable no matter what the temps outside.

Deep sink with hot and cold water for washing hands and rags/pads

Solid workbench at standing height

Lots of solid shelving and an accessible loft or connected storeroom for 
bigger and less needed parts.

Telephone

Separate area with good-sized parts cleaner and sand-blast cabinet

Desk, bookshelves, file cabinent, computer, iPod player, radio

Built in compressed air system with heavy-duty compressor mounted outside 
and away to avoid noise

The above is mandatory for any complete restoration/repair shop. Below, you 
get into the luxuries that are nice to have.

Refrigerator, and your very own oven,   washer and dryer (now's the time to 
get your wife new stuff for the kitchen/laundry room and move the old stuff 
to the garage)

Toilet, shower

Lift - either two pole or four pole (advantages and disadvantages to each)

Exhaust system so engine can be running in closed garage if your climate is 
extreme either direction

Big screen TV and comfortable sofa

Note that these are in order of priority, and anything below the need to 
have line is optional.

gary

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct  1 12:00:25 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:00:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] My Garage List
In-Reply-To: <c75.5cf8c8c1.37f642cf@aol.com>
References: <c75.5cf8c8c1.37f642cf@aol.com>
Message-ID: <03a501ca42c1$0dcbc5a0$296350e0$@net>

I vaguely remember an article in one of the club magazines about the Ideal
Garage that had photos, etc. There is a web site out there that I found on a
search for "ideal garage" but I get not found errors for it. Most of the
current suggestions can also be found in the Healey Archives from a couple
of years ago.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Editorgary at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 1:37 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] My Garage List

Biggest mistake I made on the restoration that led to writing the Healey
restoration book: not restoring my garage before restoring the car. I would
have been much happier during the restoration, and my wife would have been
happier, as well. If I were doing this again, here's my list of priorities:

Good quality floor -- best epoxy coating professionally applied

Excellent wiring system with plugs on all four walls and ceiling above work
area, lots of amperage, lights, lights, lights.

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning so the garage/workshop is
comfortable no matter what the temps outside.

Deep sink with hot and cold water for washing hands and rags/pads

Solid workbench at standing height

Lots of solid shelving and an accessible loft or connected storeroom for
bigger and less needed parts.

Telephone

Separate area with good-sized parts cleaner and sand-blast cabinet

Desk, bookshelves, file cabinent, computer, iPod player, radio

Built in compressed air system with heavy-duty compressor mounted outside
and away to avoid noise

The above is mandatory for any complete restoration/repair shop. Below, you
get into the luxuries that are nice to have.

Refrigerator, and your very own oven,   washer and dryer (now's the time to
get your wife new stuff for the kitchen/laundry room and move the old stuff
to the garage)

Toilet, shower

Lift - either two pole or four pole (advantages and disadvantages to each)

Exhaust system so engine can be running in closed garage if your climate is
extreme either direction

Big screen TV and comfortable sofa

Note that these are in order of priority, and anything below the need to
have line is optional.

gary

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct  1 12:02:45 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 18:02:45 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] My Garage List
In-Reply-To: <c75.5cf8c8c1.37f642cf@aol.com>
References: <c75.5cf8c8c1.37f642cf@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W558115F10D5A68B32F220B8D30@phx.gbl>

>> Big screen TV and comfortable sofa



You could sit in the car and make it like a drive in!  :)



> From: Editorgary at aol.com
>
> Biggest mistake I made on the restoration that led to writing the Healey
> restoration book: not restoring my garage before restoring the car. I would
> have been much happier during the restoration, and my wife would have been
> happier, as well. If I were doing this again, here's my list of priorities:
>
> Good quality floor -- best epoxy coating professionally applied
>
> Excellent wiring system with plugs on all four walls and ceiling above work
> area, lots of amperage, lights, lights, lights.
>
> Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning so the garage/workshop is
> comfortable no matter what the temps outside.
>
> Deep sink with hot and cold water for washing hands and rags/pads
>
> Solid workbench at standing height
>
> Lots of solid shelving and an accessible loft or connected storeroom for
> bigger and less needed parts.
>
> Telephone
>
> Separate area with good-sized parts cleaner and sand-blast cabinet
>
> Desk, bookshelves, file cabinent, computer, iPod player, radio
>
> Built in compressed air system with heavy-duty compressor mounted outside
> and away to avoid noise
>
> The above is mandatory for any complete restoration/repair shop. Below, you
> get into the luxuries that are nice to have.
>
> Refrigerator, and your very own oven, washer and dryer (now's the time to
> get your wife new stuff for the kitchen/laundry room and move the old stuff
> to the garage)
>
> Toilet, shower
>
> Lift - either two pole or four pole (advantages and disadvantages to each)
>
> Exhaust system so engine can be running in closed garage if your climate is
> extreme either direction
>
> Big screen TV and comfortable sofa
>
> Note that these are in order of priority, and anything below the need to
> have line is optional.
>
> gary

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Thu Oct  1 12:09:25 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:09:25 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] chassis painting: electro coating vs. powder coating
In-Reply-To: <4AC4C117.3040506@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <63746BA2941F4AABB1F3D363DC2F9C69@tm>

Curt, Kees, and all,

I have been powdercoating for quite a few years, and had both experiences
Kees talk about and Curt. I do powdercoat all parts on the car that need
paint (suspension, brackets, etc) I also powdercoated floor of my Beetle.

Few observations I made:
- for sensitive parts, where paint thickness is not important, I do paint it
first with zinc powder paint and then color
- paints that are mat were porous - my bumpers painted just black mat on my
Range Rover begun showing signs of rust after few years.
- I observed paint coming off in large spots (what Kees talks about) on my
Beetle fenders - I believe the problem was poor preparation, where the
pieces were not sandblasted sufficiently (the shop was afraid to ruin the
fenders by heavy blasting)
- yes, I always protect all threads...

The electrocoating process is new to me though, and I kind of like the idea,
as, as I imagine it will protect also the inner side of the chassis members.
I also read you can in fact powdercoat it later on.

Anyone has more experience with electro coating?


Best, Tadek

From dan at warner-associates.com  Thu Oct  1 13:09:59 2009
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 14:09:59 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910010826r25769438i4530a3ab172025b2@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <7F88A0F0D75F4F7788989242379A024A@DANSTROM>

My suggestion would be to put 10 foot garage doors on rather than 8 foot.
Also, put a lock on the fridge so the beer police cannot count how many
beers are left (and therefore how many you've had today).  Stocking many
different brands also helps to confuse her.
Dan

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 10:27 AM
To: Oudesluys
Cc: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design

Yes, a keg of beer in the garage is a mighty fine idea.  I'd be smiling all
the time, but nothing would ever get done.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8


On Thu, Oct 1, 2009 at 5:40 PM, Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl> wrote:

> Well, fit 2 fridges!!!! or get a bar with tap in the garage. But don't
tell
> your wife or apply for a divorce.
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
> 63ahbj7 schreef:
>
>> << Fridge /freezer is not only for the beer. >>
>>
>> Sorry Kees, you ARE wrong !!!!
>>
>> LOL
>>
>> http://www.justbrits.com/frig1.jpg
>>
>> Anon
>>
>> <G>
>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>
>>
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct  1 13:29:13 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 19:29:13 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <7F88A0F0D75F4F7788989242379A024A@DANSTROM>
References: <ff59076c0910010826r25769438i4530a3ab172025b2@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W26F959220A9D0445D52BF8B8D30@phx.gbl>

Or just do kegs and you can honestly keep it to under 1 a day.



Not sure if ED could???



> From: dan at warner-associates.com
>
> My suggestion would be to put 10 foot garage doors on rather than 8 foot.
> Also, put a lock on the fridge so the beer police cannot count how many
> beers are left (and therefore how many you've had today). Stocking many
> different brands also helps to confuse her.
> Dan
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Alan Seigrist
>
> Yes, a keg of beer in the garage is a mighty fine idea. I'd be smiling all
> the time, but nothing would ever get done.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '64 BJ8

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Oct  1 15:42:49 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 14:42:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910011442w62a3d46bo212a15d682f7eeca@mail.gmail.com>

I was too wordy, so I have to resend in two parts.  here is part 1some
thoughts.Lots of electrical.  When I upgraded my home service to 200A for my
spa, I ran a 60A 220 line to the garage and put in a sub panel.  If there is
any chance whatsoever of mice or rats, do not use romex, go with metal
conduit.  When you are wiring the garage take a label maker and label each
outlet as to which breaker controls it.  Sooner or later, this info will
come in handy.  Put in lots of outlets.  I also installed a wall switch on
my garage door opener circuit, so if I want to totally disable the system,
(vacation) one flip of the switch and that door is not opening.
Lights.  Lots.  Figure out what you need and then double it.  if it is not
burning the paint off of your car it probably isn't bright enough.  In a
standard 2 car garage I have 8 8' florescent bulbs and 4 4' florescent
bulbs.  I have the lights on 2 switches.  One switch just fires up the light
by the freezer for my wife, the second is DAYTIME!
For a work bench, I bought a pre-made Formica counter top that had a corner
chipped off at one of the big box stores for about $20.  While I would not
want to weld on it, it is fine for everything I have thrown at it for the
last 15 years.  The second thing is I used cantilever legs on the bench.  I
bolted a 2X4 to the wall studs and extended it diagonally to the frame I
built for the counter top.   This allows me to sweep all the way under the
counter to wall.
I would also use two one car garage doors rather than a double door.  I
would build the the garage so there is at least 5 feet between the doors.
 Ten would be better.  this will give you walk around room. for both your
daily driver and any project you have in in progress.  Build the shop at
least 10 deeper than the longest car you will ever park there.  15 or 20
feet would be better, again walk around room.  You also need room for your
tool box.
More to follow


>
> Please copy list.

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Oct  1 15:44:26 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 14:44:26 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910011444v5bec1ef7oc3ce77a4670f9ee3@mail.gmail.com>

Here is part 2:
If you are installing a rack you will need a 6" slab.  Much easier to put it
in that thick rather than having to cut and re pour part of the slab.  If
you are putting in a rack make the stall extra long so you can have your car
back away from the vertical posts to make it easy to get in and out of the
car.  With a rack you will need at least 10 foot wide stall 12 would be
better.
In grounds are easier to work around, but above grounds are cheaper and
easier to fix.  If you can swing it, go for a 12-14 foot ceiling with a
rack.  (some racks are just under `12' high others are just under 14' high)
 This will allow you to put a tall SUV on the rack and not have to sweat
banging the roof against the ceiling.
If you paint the floor, do a light grey.  DO NOT do a black or dark color.
 Dropped nuts disappear when dropped on a dark floor.  I know one dealer
that spent $25K to redo a black floor in light grey 3 months after they
opened for this very reason.  It looked awesome, it was a PITA to work with.
A second story with a staircase, and a coverable hole in the floor with a
hoist of some sort will give you plenty of storage room.  Carry the small
stuff up the stairs, uncover the hole and lift the big stuff with a chain
hoist or come-along.
On your compressor, bigger is better, but if you are not sand blasting or
doing body work, a 2-3 hp is probably adequate.  Before you install the
compressor turn it on its side, remove the drain valve, install an elbow,
and a piece of pipe that extends past the edge of the tank with a valve on
the end.  This will make draining the water much, much easier.  If you are
real creative, run a pipe from the valve to outside and you won't even make
a mess inside when you drain the compressor.
Good luck and have fun.
Rick




> Please copy list.

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Thu Oct  1 18:21:37 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 20:21:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
References: <231442.85533.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <002601ca42f6$4ef27120$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

Archives,   " garages"  or  "shops".     Tons of cool ideas.

ML


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 2:55 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design


> Hi listers,
>
> Long time no hear from me - I'm several thousand miles away from
> my BN2 on a Middle East work assignment. The good news is that we're 
> planning
> to be re-united sometime next year, when I will be building a house, 
> garage
> and workshop on a piece of land just purchased. So I'm looking for you 
> guys
> with fantastic garage and workshop facilities to give me loads of advice 
> on
> equipment, layout , services etc. etc.  The basic specification for the
> garage/ workshop is:- Two car garage + workshop; Lift/pit (which?); 
> facilities
> for all mechanical work including engine rebuild; limited welding 
> facilities
> for smaller jobs but not complete bodywork.
>
> Please copy list.
>
> Thanks
>
> Mike
> Brooks
> '56 BN2
> _______________________________________________
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>
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From gilrockwell at verizon.net  Thu Oct  1 19:15:50 2009
From: gilrockwell at verizon.net (Gil Rockwell)
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:15:50 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
In-Reply-To: <002601ca42f6$4ef27120$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <0KQV00M034UERBW4@vms173009.mailsrvcs.net>

There is a web site that is dedicated to garages that I visit almost daily
and if you want pictures of what others have built and get tons of ideas,
there is no better place that this one to help you decide what you might
build.  Some are so over the top that they defy all logic.  In any case
visit:  http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/

Look in the Gallery section and you will spend a week reading all the
different stories people post showing their complete build process and then
how they outfitted them. Check out the garage the guy in Utah built, you
will not believe it. There are posters from all over the world, providing a
perspective as to what others are doing for their hobby space, and it is
fascinating.  Time spent reading what people have built for specific
purposes will help you decide what is important to your needs.  I for one
feel a garage cannot be too big, and a lift is a real help.  Lighting is
extremely important as are electrical outlets, an air compressor with a
dryer, heat and AC, with in-floor heat preferable as others have said.  

 
Gil

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Mark LaPierre
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 8:22 PM
To: mike brooks; Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design

Archives,   " garages"  or  "shops".     Tons of cool ideas.

ML


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "mike brooks" <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 2:55 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design


> Hi listers,
>
> Long time no hear from me - I'm several thousand miles away from
> my BN2 on a Middle East work assignment. The good news is that we're 
> planning
> to be re-united sometime next year, when I will be building a house, 
> garage
> and workshop on a piece of land just purchased. So I'm looking for you 
> guys
> with fantastic garage and workshop facilities to give me loads of advice 
> on
> equipment, layout , services etc. etc.  The basic specification for the
> garage/ workshop is:- Two car garage + workshop; Lift/pit (which?); 
> facilities
> for all mechanical work including engine rebuild; limited welding 
> facilities
> for smaller jobs but not complete bodywork.
>
> Please copy list.
>
> Thanks
>
> Mike
> Brooks
> '56 BN2
> _______________________________________________

From bj867 at yahoo.com  Thu Oct  1 19:57:27 2009
From: bj867 at yahoo.com (tammy neumann)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 18:57:27 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Advice needed for repairing a vent window handle on a BJ8
Message-ID: <365344.89931.qm@web35904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

The chromed handle on my vent window on the driverbs side came off.  The pin
that is suppose to hold the handle to the bracket is still in the handle.  The
handle is cracked next to where the pin is.  Has anyone on the list have any
experience repairing the handle.  Can it be successfully welded?  I am
considering drilling through the opposite side of where the existing pin is
and inserting a new pin.  This would be a difficult hole to drill.  If someone
has a spare vent window handle for the driverbs side they would like to part
with that is in good condition please contact me off the list.

From sales at justbrits.com  Thu Oct  1 20:47:46 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!
Message-ID: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>

Surprised nobody has found/mentioned THIS!!!!

*http://tinyurl.com/yecx9bh
*
Or

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-BN1-Devin-Austin-Healey-BN-1-Vintage-Race-Hot-Rod-SCCA-MG_W0QQitemZ400075288822QQcategoryZ6023QQcmdZViewItem?rvr_id=&target=Gadget_KW&vertical={}&origin=carandclassic.co.uk&keyword=austin+healey+bugeye&creative_id=12445062412803142081&adgroup_id=4771778226532069329

YIKES !!!!

Happy bidding <G>!!  And will someone please find either the
brake or clutch pedal <VBG>?!?!?

Ed

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Thu Oct  1 20:51:36 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 22:51:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!
References: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <30115245CCD943D4A98F7FF8C0D54E97@LIFEBOOK>

Saw it, but nothing much BN1 left. The numbers listed mean nothing, so 
nothing to enter into the Hundred Registry.

Rich Chrysler
.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Sales at " Just Brits "" <sales at justbrits.com>
To: "4 - Healeys" <healeys at Autox.Team.Net>
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 10:47 PM
Subject: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!


> Surprised nobody has found/mentioned THIS!!!!
>
> *http://tinyurl.com/yecx9bh
> *
> Or
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-BN1-Devin-Austin-Healey-BN-1-Vintage-Race-Hot-Rod-SCCA-MG_W0QQitemZ400075288822QQcategoryZ6023QQcmdZViewItem?rvr_id=&target=Gadget_KW&vertical={}&origin=carandclassic.co.uk&keyword=austin+healey+bugeye&creative_id=12445062412803142081&adgroup_id=4771778226532069329
>
> YIKES !!!!
>
> Happy bidding <G>!!  And will someone please find either the
> brake or clutch pedal <VBG>?!?!?
>
> Ed
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 02:11:09 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:11:09 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!
In-Reply-To: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>
References: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <4AC5B59D.3000703@chello.nl>

I am not sure I like the styling, but what a beauty of a chassis, 
considering its age.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Sales at " Just Brits " schreef:
> Surprised nobody has found/mentioned THIS!!!!
>
> *http://tinyurl.com/yecx9bh
> *
> Or
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-BN1-Devin-Austin-Healey-BN-1-Vintage-Race-Hot-Rod-SCCA-MG_W0QQitemZ400075288822QQcategoryZ6023QQcmdZViewItem?rvr_id=&target=Gadget_KW&vertical={}&origin=carandclassic.co.uk&keyword=austin+healey+bugeye&creative_id=12445062412803142081&adgroup_id=4771778226532069329 
>
>
> YIKES !!!!
>
> Happy bidding <G>!!  And will someone please find either the
> brake or clutch pedal <VBG>?!?!?
>
> Ed
> _______________________________________________
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>
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From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Fri Oct  2 04:07:50 2009
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 06:07:50 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>

Has anyone modified/replaced their BJ8 wipers with a multi-speed wiper?  I
want/need faster cycles.  Heavy rains usually drive me into pulling off the
road, not always safely available.
GaryB

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Oct  2 04:51:34 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 18:51:34 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910020351j6f1c292dm4d0e03d7baaa0440@mail.gmail.com>

Gary -

Rainex can really help in this regard.  Try that first.

Alan

On 10/2/09, gary brierton <gbrierton at hotmail.com> wrote:
> Has anyone modified/replaced their BJ8 wipers with a multi-speed wiper?  I
> want/need faster cycles.  Heavy rains usually drive me into pulling off the
> road, not always safely available.
> GaryB
> _______________________________________________
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Fri Oct  2 05:05:42 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:05:42 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Torque settings for 100 engine
Message-ID: <2964D2E3428E48B5AD1203483E0986F8@tm>

Hello,

I am beginning a reassembly of the engine and am looking for some torque
values for the 100 engine:

Cylinder head torque 75 ft/lb
Main bearings 75 ft/lb
Connecting rod bearing bolts 55 ft/lb
Connecting rod bolt (top)
Crankshaft front nut (large)
Camshaft nut
Camshaft retainer bolts
Flywheel crankshaft bolts
Timing chain cover bolts
Front mounting plate
Rear mounting plate
Engine mounts
Water pump
Thermostat housing
Oil filter hosing
Generator mounts
Oil delivery pipe (flex type)
Oil release valve cap nut
Locking cap nut for oil pump
Tachometer gear housing
Rocker shaft bracket nuts
Tappet cover bolts
Manifold nuts

Anyone has made a comprehensive list?

They are not really present in the manual..

Best Regards,

Tadek

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Fri Oct  2 05:21:15 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:21:15 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Paint for various BN2 parts
Message-ID: <02805D75405B420484CF7EC9E420323B@tm>

Hello,

This must have been taken a number of times before, but I have to ask:

1. What color is the gas pedal (mine was green)
2. what color are the seat rails
3. what color is the trunk support
4. What type of black is used on various parts like tank, fresh air inlet,
seat pans, etc, etc?

Best Regards,

Tadek

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 05:43:18 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:43:18 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Torque settings for 100 engine
In-Reply-To: <2964D2E3428E48B5AD1203483E0986F8@tm>
References: <2964D2E3428E48B5AD1203483E0986F8@tm>
Message-ID: <4AC5E756.7020602@chello.nl>

Tadek,
Have a look at:
http://www.morbark.com/Service/belttorque.pdf
If the values are not given in the manual you can use the standard value 
for a given thread size for a given sort of thread (UNF, UNC, WW, Metric 
etc.), and grade.
There are similar sites giving you the standard torque values of other 
sorts of threads. Grade 8 is usually used in automotive applications.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Tadeusz Malkiewicz schreef:
> Hello,
>
> I am beginning a reassembly of the engine and am looking for some torque
> values for the 100 engine:
>
> Cylinder head torque 75 ft/lb
> Main bearings 75 ft/lb
> Connecting rod bearing bolts 55 ft/lb
> Connecting rod bolt (top)
> Crankshaft front nut (large)
> Camshaft nut
> Camshaft retainer bolts
> Flywheel crankshaft bolts
> Timing chain cover bolts
> Front mounting plate
> Rear mounting plate
> Engine mounts
> Water pump
> Thermostat housing
> Oil filter hosing
> Generator mounts
> Oil delivery pipe (flex type)
> Oil release valve cap nut
> Locking cap nut for oil pump
> Tachometer gear housing
> Rocker shaft bracket nuts
> Tappet cover bolts
> Manifold nuts
>
> Anyone has made a comprehensive list?
>
> They are not really present in the manual..
>
> Best Regards,
>
> Tadek
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From Paull at glasgows.co.uk  Fri Oct  2 05:51:12 2009
From: Paull at glasgows.co.uk (Paul Leeks)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 12:51:12 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Octane ratings
Message-ID: <86ACBC8750277041A4115960B570CD060144E9@glamail.glasgowsnet.co.uk>

I wonder if I can get some advice re the type of petrol for my BN4.

Over the last ten years I have used standard unleaded (Octane 95 RON) along
with Castrol Valvemaster Plus which claims to provide an octane boost.  (I
have non-hardened valves/seats.)

So my question is ... would I be better off using super unleaded (Octane 97
RON) plus the CVP or will this make me 'over-boosted'?

Many thanks

Paul Leeks
BN4



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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Oct  2 05:57:29 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 19:57:29 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Paint for various BN2 parts
In-Reply-To: <02805D75405B420484CF7EC9E420323B@tm>
References: <02805D75405B420484CF7EC9E420323B@tm>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910020457y534e3047tf4adffb3c636796a@mail.gmail.com>

Tadek -

Seat slides and boot prop was zinc plated.  The accelerator should be
gloss black.  All the other stuff is gloss black.

You should get the Concourse guidelines and Gary Anderson's Book,
between the two most of this is covered, plus makes for good reading!

Alan

On 10/2/09, Tadeusz Malkiewicz <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl> wrote:
> Hello,
>
> This must have been taken a number of times before, but I have to ask:
>
> 1. What color is the gas pedal (mine was green)
> 2. what color are the seat rails
> 3. what color is the trunk support
> 4. What type of black is used on various parts like tank, fresh air inlet,
> seat pans, etc, etc?
>
> Best Regards,
>
> Tadek
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 05:58:10 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:58:10 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910020351j6f1c292dm4d0e03d7baaa0440@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>
	<ff59076c0910020351j6f1c292dm4d0e03d7baaa0440@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AC5EAD2.4060100@chello.nl>

If Rainex is still the same product of about 10 years ago it is pretty 
useless. It will only last a short while and can cause a very smeary 
windscreen.
If it has gone to Nano technology, like so many other comparable 
products, it can be bliss. However it only works properly at speeds over 
40-50mls/h as the droplets will be blown right of the windscreen. Below 
that speed you still need the wipers  and you will have a slight misty 
smear of very tiny droplets for a second which is annoying, this even 
happens if your wipers are top notch.
One application can last as much as 6 months. You have to clean the wind 
screen very thoroughly first using ethanol. For some reason it does not 
work so well on brand new windscreens. No idea why.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Alan Seigrist schreef:
> Gary -
>
> Rainex can really help in this regard.  Try that first.
>
> Alan
>
> On 10/2/09, gary brierton <gbrierton at hotmail.com> wrote:
>   
>> Has anyone modified/replaced their BJ8 wipers with a multi-speed wiper?  I
>> want/need faster cycles.  Heavy rains usually drive me into pulling off the
>> road, not always safely available.
>> GaryB
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From hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk  Fri Oct  2 06:01:29 2009
From: hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk (mike brooks)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 12:01:29 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
Message-ID: <619990.10057.qm@web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>

Many thanks to all who responded to my request for advice. Listers came up
trumps as always. And we had a few laughs too 

Mike Brooks
'56 BN2

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Oct  2 06:12:48 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 20:12:48 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Torque settings for 100 engine
In-Reply-To: <2964D2E3428E48B5AD1203483E0986F8@tm>
References: <2964D2E3428E48B5AD1203483E0986F8@tm>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910020512h4d56293w2b3397a63520e099@mail.gmail.com>

Tadek -

The values you've listed are typically for the 6 cyl motor.

Head nuts for the 100 are 65 ft-lbs
Big end caps (piston rods) are 50 ft-lbs
Main Beaing Caps 75 ft lbs.

Everything else I'd run 40 ft lbs, manifold nuts excepted at 25 ft lbs
(to keep from pinching the gaskets which will cause vacuum leaks).

Alan

Alan

On 10/2/09, Tadeusz Malkiewicz <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl> wrote:
> Hello,
>
> I am beginning a reassembly of the engine and am looking for some torque
> values for the 100 engine:
>
> Cylinder head torque 75 ft/lb
> Main bearings 75 ft/lb
> Connecting rod bearing bolts 55 ft/lb
> Connecting rod bolt (top)
> Crankshaft front nut (large)
> Camshaft nut
> Camshaft retainer bolts
> Flywheel crankshaft bolts
> Timing chain cover bolts
> Front mounting plate
> Rear mounting plate
> Engine mounts
> Water pump
> Thermostat housing
> Oil filter hosing
> Generator mounts
> Oil delivery pipe (flex type)
> Oil release valve cap nut
> Locking cap nut for oil pump
> Tachometer gear housing
> Rocker shaft bracket nuts
> Tappet cover bolts
> Manifold nuts
>
> Anyone has made a comprehensive list?
>
> They are not really present in the manual..
>
> Best Regards,
>
> Tadek
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'64 BJ8

From bspidell at comcast.net  Fri Oct  2 06:59:08 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:59:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Octane ratings
In-Reply-To: <86ACBC8750277041A4115960B570CD060144E9@glamail.glasgowsnet.co.uk>
References: <86ACBC8750277041A4115960B570CD060144E9@glamail.glasgowsnet.co.uk>
Message-ID: <4AC5F91C.2040703@comcast.net>

Depends on what you mean by "better off."  In general, you can use the lowest 
octane-rated gasoline that prevents engine knock (the rattling noise you'll hear 
under load--e.g. lugging or climbing a grade--if the octane is too low). 
Knock--aka detonation or ping--can be very damaging to an engine over time; an 
occasional rattle probably won't hurt.  Some Listers get by with regular 
87-octane (R+M/2), some--like me--use premium (in CA, that's 91 R+M/2).  Or you 
could split the difference and use mid-grade.  Make sure your timing is set and 
advances correctly, then try the two (three) grades.  Unless your engine has 
higher than normal compression, premium with no additive will probably work just 
fine; esp. if your static compression is at/under 170psi or so.

Protecting the valve seats is a different topic.  Under normal driving, it's 
probably not going to be an issue; exhaust valve recession has proven to be less 
of an issue than originally thought (ZDDP anyone?).  You can throw in a bottle 
of 'lead substitute,' though I wouldn't bother and just plan on pulling the head 
and installing hardened seats and alloy valves if/when they start to leak.

BTW, you get no "boost" from using higher octane gas.  The energy content is 
actually higher in lower octane gas (it burns faster therefore releases a 
stronger 'explosion').  You only need the higher octane to prevent detonation in 
higher compression engines (which do give you a boost).


bs


Paul Leeks wrote:
> I wonder if I can get some advice re the type of petrol for my BN4.
> 
> Over the last ten years I have used standard unleaded (Octane 95 RON) along
> with Castrol Valvemaster Plus which claims to provide an octane boost.  (I
> have non-hardened valves/seats.)
> 
> So my question is ... would I be better off using super unleaded (Octane 97
> RON) plus the CVP or will this make me 'over-boosted'?
> 
> Many thanks
> 
> Paul Leeks
> BN4
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net

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

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Fri Oct  2 07:52:25 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:52:25 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Paint for various BN2 parts
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910020457y534e3047tf4adffb3c636796a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <7B31CBCDE932486285441C0A536561F5@tm>

Alan,

I have both, but was actually wondering about the RAL color code..

Also, concourse guidelines does not provide info on the below stuff ( I have
not checked the Anderson/Moment book though.)

-----Original Message-----
From: Alan Seigrist [mailto:healey.nut at gmail.com] 
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 1:57 PM
To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Paint for various BN2 parts

Tadek -

Seat slides and boot prop was zinc plated.  The accelerator should be
gloss black.  All the other stuff is gloss black.

You should get the Concourse guidelines and Gary Anderson's Book,
between the two most of this is covered, plus makes for good reading!

Alan

On 10/2/09, Tadeusz Malkiewicz <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl> wrote:
> Hello,
>
> This must have been taken a number of times before, but I have to ask:
>
> 1. What color is the gas pedal (mine was green)
> 2. what color are the seat rails
> 3. what color is the trunk support
> 4. What type of black is used on various parts like tank, fresh air inlet,
> seat pans, etc, etc?
>
> Best Regards,
>
> Tadek
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From bj7ah at acanac.net  Fri Oct  2 08:39:00 2009
From: bj7ah at acanac.net (Heal;ey)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 10:39:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <2FE3E8FFD49246FBB54F2DB75E345F05@BobPC>

I Use RainX on my windows and hardly have to use wipers in heavy rain, It 
Just does not work well on

        a light mist.
       Bob   1963  BJ7

--------------------------------------------------
From: "gary brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 6:07 AM
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers

> Has anyone modified/replaced their BJ8 wipers with a multi-speed wiper?  I
> want/need faster cycles.  Heavy rains usually drive me into pulling off 
> the
> road, not always safely available.
> GaryB
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From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Fri Oct  2 08:56:01 2009
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 10:56:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <2FE3E8FFD49246FBB54F2DB75E345F05@BobPC>
References: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>
	<2FE3E8FFD49246FBB54F2DB75E345F05@BobPC>
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS39089AF89C8D7B8AEFF81B3D20@phx.gbl>

I really appreciate all of your responses, but, for whatever reason, RainX 
has not worked well on my (old) BJ8 windshield in heavy rain and truck 
spray.  I often travel secondary roads, often trapped behind slow moving 
trucks;  occasionally on Interstates, surrounded by trucks and being passed 
by them.  I've tried several different rubber inserts and am now going to 
try and improve the wiper action and, perhaps, the blade holder mechanism. 
Original appearance is not critical (but nothing in Day-Glow Orange or 
propeller shaped, please).  Any suggestions?
GaryB

>
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "gary brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com>
> Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 6:07 AM
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
>
>> Has anyone modified/replaced their BJ8 wipers with a multi-speed wiper? 
>> I
>> want/need faster cycles.  Heavy rains usually drive me into pulling off 
>> the
>> road, not always safely available.
>> GaryB

From mandmschneider at comcast.net  Fri Oct  2 09:20:17 2009
From: mandmschneider at comcast.net (Mark Schneider)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 08:20:17 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Octane Ratings
Message-ID: <00C7CA26-F925-4FA9-85AF-8183E32A2E7E@comcast.net>

Listers,

Several years ago I was fighting engine knock in my BJ8.  The engine  
now has 120,000 miles on it and never been rebuilt.  The compression  
now averages about 158 psi for all six cylinders.  I tried every  
octane booster and pump gas cocktail I could find, all to no avail.  I  
adjusted timing and did everything I could think of to stop it.   
Finally, one of the local racing shops suggested trying a mixture of  
leaded racing gas and pump gas.  I was given a nomogram by which one  
could select a desired octane rating and thereby determine the ration  
of race to pump gas.  To obtain a calculated 97 octane I have used one  
(1) gallon of 110 rated leaded race fuel to six (6) gallons of pump  
gas.  I have been running my Healey on this fuel mix for about fifteen  
years.  Is it a little expensive?  Yes.  Does my engine ever knock or  
ping?  No, never unless I back off of this mixture.  Does my engine  
run on (diesel) and require dragging the clutch while in gear during  
shut down? Never.  At the outset of using this formula I conducted a  
complete engine tuning.  I checked the carburettors adjustment with a  
Colortune. and set the burn to a very slight richness.  My Healey runs  
very smoothly and sounds fantastic.  Finding a source of leaded racing  
fuel is a bit of a challenge.  I have found that a local motorcycle  
repair shop is the best source of race gas.

Marks3
'66 BJ8

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Fri Oct  2 09:24:14 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 08:24:14 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!
In-Reply-To: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>
References: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <173126440910020824j7b5e3927wf4b3e95e1a08673e@mail.gmail.com>

Other than the engine, brake drums, wire wheels, steering wheel and maybe
some gauges I did not spot much BN1 or or BN anything in there. Can we play
a round of spot the parts? I thought my BT7 seats were uncomfortable, wow!

On Thu, Oct 1, 2009 at 7:47 PM, Sales at " Just Brits " <sales at justbrits.com
> wrote:

> Surprised nobody has found/mentioned THIS!!!!
>
> *http://tinyurl.com/yecx9bh
> *
> Or
>
>
>
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-BN1-Devin-Austin-Healey-BN-1-Vin
tage-Race-Hot-Rod-SCCA-MG_W0QQitemZ400075288822QQcategoryZ6023QQcmdZViewItem?
rvr_id=&target=Gadget_KW&vertical={}&origin=carandclassic.co.uk&keyword=austi
n+healey+bugeye&creative_id=12445062412803142081&adgroup_id=47717782265320693
29<http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-BN1-Devin-Austin-Healey-BN-1-
Vintage-Race-Hot-Rod-SCCA-MG_W0QQitemZ400075288822QQcategoryZ6023QQcmdZViewIt
em?rvr_id=&target=Gadget_KW&vertical=%7B%7D&origin=carandclassic.co.uk&keywor
d=austin+healey+bugeye&creative_id=12445062412803142081&adgroup_id=4771778226
532069329>
>
> YIKES !!!!
>
> Happy bidding <G>!!  And will someone please find either the
> brake or clutch pedal <VBG>?!?!?
>
> Ed
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 10:06:56 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 18:06:56 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <BLU107-DS39089AF89C8D7B8AEFF81B3D20@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>
	<2FE3E8FFD49246FBB54F2DB75E345F05@BobPC>
	<BLU107-DS39089AF89C8D7B8AEFF81B3D20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AC62520.3060408@chello.nl>

If appearance is not a hot issue try flat blades, they are cheap and I 
found them to work well. I have replaced the blades on my modern cars 
with flat blades.
If the wipers are driven by cable you may be able to fit a Lucas 2-sp 
wiper motor from eg a Jensen Healey, Triumph TR6/spitfire, mg and may 
other Brits.
Kees Oudesluijs


gary brierton schreef:
> I really appreciate all of your responses, but, for whatever reason, 
> RainX has not worked well on my (old) BJ8 windshield in heavy rain and 
> truck spray.  I often travel secondary roads, often trapped behind 
> slow moving trucks;  occasionally on Interstates, surrounded by trucks 
> and being passed by them.  I've tried several different rubber inserts 
> and am now going to try and improve the wiper action and, perhaps, the 
> blade holder mechanism. Original appearance is not critical (but 
> nothing in Day-Glow Orange or propeller shaped, please).  Any 
> suggestions?
> GaryB
>
>>
>> --------------------------------------------------
>> From: "gary brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com>
>> Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 6:07 AM
>> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
>>
>>> Has anyone modified/replaced their BJ8 wipers with a multi-speed 
>>> wiper? I
>>> want/need faster cycles.  Heavy rains usually drive me into pulling 
>>> off the
>>> road, not always safely available.
>>> GaryB
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Fri Oct  2 10:09:28 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:09:28 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <4AC62520.3060408@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <704148746.475661254499768415.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Kees, 

What's a 'flat blade?' 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



If appearance is not a hot issue try flat blades, they are cheap and I 
found them to work well. I have replaced the blades on my modern cars 
with flat blades. 
If the wipers are driven by cable you may be able to fit a Lucas 2-sp 
wiper motor from eg a Jensen Healey, Triumph TR6/spitfire, mg and may 
other Brits. 
Kees Oudesluijs 

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 10:22:22 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 18:22:22 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <704148746.475661254499768415.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <704148746.475661254499768415.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4AC628BE.2060903@chello.nl>

Bob,

Just a few examples:

http://www.tirerack.com/wipers/detail.jsp?ID=1066

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FLAT-WINDSCREEN-WIPERS-BLADES-NEW-Toyota-Corolla-02-06_W0QQitemZ280384782285QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item41483c3fcd&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Bob Spidell schreef:
> Kees,
>
> What's a 'flat blade?'
>
>
> bs

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct  2 10:24:49 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:24:49 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!
In-Reply-To: <173126440910020824j7b5e3927wf4b3e95e1a08673e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W2198D213350BDD55AC5198B8D20@phx.gbl>

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Ah! you have to read the description too!  =3B)
=20
That's an MGA engine.  I looked first and wondered and then decided to read=
.  :)
=20
"
The car was built off of an extremely early Austin Healey BN1=2C as it has =
the early brakes=2C and a very rare and early rear axle.  The chassis is co=
mpletely scratch built and engineered=2C with all of the Healey suspension=
=2C brakes=2C and rear end.  The original BN1 engine was removed many years=
 ago in liu of a lighter MGA engine=2C however=2C the tell tale BN1-specifi=
c high engine mounts are still in the car.
"
=20
There's more.


----------------------------------------
> Date: Fri=2C 2 Oct 2009 08:24:14 -0700
> From: eyera3 at gmail.com
> To: sales at justbrits.com
> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!
>
> Other than the engine=2C brake drums=2C wire wheels=2C steering wheel and=
 maybe
> some gauges I did not spot much BN1 or or BN anything in there. Can we pl=
ay
> a round of spot the parts? I thought my BT7 seats were uncomfortable=2C w=
ow!
>
> On Thu=2C Oct 1=2C 2009 at 7:47 PM=2C Sales at " Just Brits ">> wrote:
>
>> Surprised nobody has found/mentioned THIS!!!!
>>
>> *http://tinyurl.com/yecx9bh
>> *
>> Or
>>
>>
>>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-BN1-Devin-Austin-Healey-BN-1=
-Vin
> tage-Race-Hot-Rod-SCCA-MG_W0QQitemZ400075288822QQcategoryZ6023QQcmdZViewI=
tem?
> rvr_id=3D&target=3DGadget_KW&vertical=3D{}&origin=3Dcarandclassic.co.uk&k=
eyword=3Dausti
> n+healey+bugeye&creative_id=3D12445062412803142081&adgroup_id=3D477177822=
65320693
> 29> Vintage-Race-Hot-Rod-SCCA-MG_W0QQitemZ400075288822QQcategoryZ6023QQcm=
dZViewIt
> em?rvr_id=3D&target=3DGadget_KW&vertical=3D%7B%7D&origin=3Dcarandclassic.=
co.uk&keywor
> d=3Daustin+healey+bugeye&creative_id=3D12445062412803142081&adgroup_id=3D=
4771778226
> 532069329>
>>
>> YIKES !!!!
>>
>> Happy bidding !! And will someone please find either the
>> brake or clutch pedal ?!?!?
>>
>> Ed
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Fri Oct  2 11:45:45 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 10:45:45 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] My Garage List
In-Reply-To: <c75.5cf8c8c1.37f642cf@aol.com>
Message-ID: <466736.8351.qm@web37907.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Now that would be nice indeed .....

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Thu, 10/1/09, Editorgary at aol.com <Editorgary at aol.com> wrote:

> From: Editorgary at aol.com <Editorgary at aol.com>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] My Garage List
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009, 10:37 AM
> Biggest mistake I made on the
> restoration that led to writing the Healey
> restoration book: not restoring my garage before restoring
> the car. I would
> have been much happier during the restoration, and my wife
> would have been
> happier, as well. If I were doing this again, here's my
> list of priorities:
>
> Good quality floor -- best epoxy coating professionally
> applied
>
> Excellent wiring system with plugs on all four walls and
> ceiling above work
> area, lots of amperage, lights, lights, lights.
>
> Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning so the
> garage/workshop is
> comfortable no matter what the temps outside.
>
> Deep sink with hot and cold water for washing hands and
> rags/pads
>
> Solid workbench at standing height
>
> Lots of solid shelving and an accessible loft or connected
> storeroom for
> bigger and less needed parts.
>
> Telephone
>
> Separate area with good-sized parts cleaner and sand-blast
> cabinet
>
> Desk, bookshelves, file cabinent, computer, iPod player,
> radio
>
> Built in compressed air system with heavy-duty compressor
> mounted outside
> and away to avoid noise
>
> The above is mandatory for any complete restoration/repair
> shop. Below, you
> get into the luxuries that are nice to have.
>
> Refrigerator, and your very own
> oven,   washer and dryer (now's the time to
> get your wife new stuff for the kitchen/laundry room and
> move the old stuff
> to the garage)
>
> Toilet, shower
>
> Lift - either two pole or four pole (advantages and
> disadvantages to each)
>
> Exhaust system so engine can be running in closed garage if
> your climate is
> extreme either direction
>
> Big screen TV and comfortable sofa
>
> Note that these are in order of priority, and anything
> below the need to
> have line is optional.
>
> gary
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From tahoehealey at hotmail.com  Fri Oct  2 12:06:41 2009
From: tahoehealey at hotmail.com (Richard Kahn)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 11:06:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <BLU107-DS39089AF89C8D7B8AEFF81B3D20@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU107-DS1DA36921B296BAD88347DB3D20@phx.gbl>
	<2FE3E8FFD49246FBB54F2DB75E345F05@BobPC> 
Message-ID: <COL121-W3345C89E80DDB077054E03A4D20@phx.gbl>

It is important to follow the instructions with Rain-X about pre-cleaning and
all. I think it works well enough in rain and snow. I love it for high speed
driving.
Rich Kahn

> From: gbrierton at hotmail.com
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 10:56:01 -0400
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
>
> I really appreciate all of your responses, but, for whatever reason, RainX
> has not worked well on my (old) BJ8 windshield in heavy rain and truck
> spray.  I often travel secondary roads, often trapped behind slow moving
> trucks;  occasionally on Interstates, surrounded by trucks and being passed
> by them.  I've tried several different rubber inserts and am now going to
> try and improve the wiper action and, perhaps, the blade holder mechanism.
> Original appearance is not critical (but nothing in Day-Glow Orange or
> propeller shaped, please).  Any suggestions?
> GaryB
>
> >
> > --------------------------------------------------
> > From: "gary brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com>
> > Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 6:07 AM
> > To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> > Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
> >
> >> Has anyone modified/replaced their BJ8 wipers with a multi-speed wiper?
> >> I
> >> want/need faster cycles.  Heavy rains usually drive me into pulling off
> >> the
> >> road, not always safely available.
> >> GaryB
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Fri Oct  2 12:40:57 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 18:40:57 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <4AC628BE.2060903@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <2077954322.535821254508857187.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Thanks, Kees. 

My BJ8 doesn't have 'hook style' wiper arms ... don't think these will work (?). 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Oudesluys" <coudesluijs at chello.nl> 
To: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net> 
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net, "gary brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com> 
Sent: Friday, October 2, 2009 9:22:22 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers 

Bob, 

Just a few examples: 

http://www.tirerack.com/wipers/detail.jsp?ID=1066 

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FLAT-WINDSCREEN-WIPERS-BLADES-NEW-Toyota-Corolla-02-06_W0QQitemZ280384782285QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item41483c3fcd&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 

Kees Oudesluijs 
NL 


Bob Spidell schreef: 
> Kees, 
> 
> What's a 'flat blade?' 
> 
> 
> bs 

From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Fri Oct  2 12:44:25 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 20:44:25 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
Message-ID: <3C8BC030-C3A3-4DC5-85E1-F7A42AE5932A@bornet.net>

Hi,

For those interested click on the following link of one of the Swedish  
Classic Car Magazines for some photos that I took at this years  
Goodwood Revival.

http://www.klassiker.nu/

Click on the yellow field with the red text in it for the photos.

Magnus Karlsson
Sweden

From pyoas at yahoo.com  Fri Oct  2 12:58:16 2009
From: pyoas at yahoo.com (Patrick Yoas)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 11:58:16 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Garage and worshop design
Message-ID: <365846.9699.qm@web112511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

From: Patrick Yoas <pyoas at yahoo.com>
Subject: Garage and worshop design
To: healeys-owner at autox.team.net
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009, 8:59 AM







Mike,
>From my personal experiences.
Paint all Walls and Ceiling a bright white and add plenty of flourescent light
fixtures.
Be sure if you add electrical do  make sure that there are outlets for
Chritmas Lights...yep!!
Purchase Gladiator cabinets (or something comprable) and be sure to add the
casters to them (I didn't and learned).
Wife needs at least 2 cabinets for "her stuff" and they need to be accessible
without having to walk over, around or through your car parts or car to get to
them.
The above goes hand-in-hand with parts being out-of-sight and neatly stored in
garage cabinets.
Everything is neat and clean and all stuff is cleaned and put away
everynight.
Do not do any major handcleaning in kitchen sink near meal time.
Attic area for storage of stuff not immediately needed and ALL boxes labled
clearly... "Healey Parts" and also "what parts" are inside.
Do not put your wirewheels in the dishwasher to be degreased/cleaned...ever!!!
(don't ask).
All non-funcitioning or marginally functioning yard equipment needs to be
updated and hung and stored neatly on the Wall on pegboard or other suitable
materials made especially for this purpose. You might consider running over
them stuff needing replaced as in the Home Depot commercial if all else
fails.
Higher a landscape service to take care of the yardwork if possible or move to
a Homeowners Association where it is included in your monthly assesment..
Valuable shop time need not be needlessly interupted while working on the
Healey!!
Go to the internet and lookup "garage layout and design".
Also, spring for a good looking garage floor!
There is a really neat lift that bolts to the floor and is reasonably pried
but I don't have information on it. Maybe someone on the List does??
 
I happily co-exist in a two car garage.
Patrick
 
 
From: mike brooks <hypercubic at yahoo.co.uk>
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <231442.85533.qm at web24005.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

Hi listers,

Long time no hear from me - I'm several thousand miles away from
my BN2 on a Middle East work assignment. The good news is that we're planning
to be re-united sometime next year, when I will be building a house, garage
and workshop on a piece of land just purchased. So I'm looking for you guys
with fantastic garage and workshop facilities to give me loads of advice on
equipment, layout , services etc. etc.  The basic specification for the
garage/ workshop is:- Two car garage + workshop; Lift/pit (which?);
facilities
for all mechanical work including engine rebuild; limited welding facilities
for smaller jobs but not complete bodywork.

Please copy list.

Thanks

Mike
Brooks
'56 BN2

From insptwo at msn.com  Fri Oct  2 13:07:06 2009
From: insptwo at msn.com (insptwo at msn.com)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 15:07:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] FW: OH Crap moment!! friday funny to good to miss
In-Reply-To: <21CEE66CA9EC4408BF743857546FFA69@JackRealtor>
References: <21CEE66CA9EC4408BF743857546FFA69@JackRealtor>
Message-ID: <COL109-W529277B36A6182AF05D070ADD20@phx.gbl>

-------Original Message-------



Subject: OH Crap moment!!







His request approved, the Fox News photographer quickly used a cell phone to
call the local airport to charter a flight.  He was told a twin-engine plane
would be waiting for him at the airport.

Arriving at the airfield, he spotted a plane warming up outside a hanger.  He
jumped in with his bag, slammed the door shut, and shouted, 'Let's go..'

The pilot taxied out, swung the plane into the wind and took off. Once in the
air, the photographer instructed the pilot, 'Fly over the valley and make low
passes so I can take pictures of the fires on the hillsides.'

'Why?' asked the pilot.

'Because I'm a photographer for Fox Cable News,' he responded, 'and I need to
get some close up shots.'

The pilot was strangely silent for a moment.  Finally he stammered, 'So, what
you're telling me is.... You're NOT my flight instructor??'
















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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct  2 13:17:58 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 19:17:58 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Garage and worshop design
In-Reply-To: <365846.9699.qm@web112511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <365846.9699.qm@web112511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W1B80B2E275315D31E32C4B8D20@phx.gbl>

You can't leave us hanging like that!  Spill the details!






> Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 11:58:16 -0700
>

> Do not put your wirewheels in the dishwasher to be
degreased/cleaned...ever!!!
> (don't ask).
>
> I happily co-exist in a two car garage.
> Patrick

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 13:22:52 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 21:22:52 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
In-Reply-To: <2077954322.535821254508857187.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <2077954322.535821254508857187.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4AC6530C.9030906@chello.nl>

Change the wiper arms for the hook style.
Kees


Bob Spidell schreef:
> Thanks, Kees.
>
> My BJ8 doesn't have 'hook style' wiper arms ... don't think these will 
> work (?).
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Oudesluys" <coudesluijs at chello.nl>
> To: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net, "gary brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com>
> Sent: Friday, October 2, 2009 9:22:22 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
>
> Bob,
>
> Just a few examples:
>
> http://www.tirerack.com/wipers/detail.jsp?ID=1066
>
> http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FLAT-WINDSCREEN-WIPERS-BLADES-NEW-Toyota-Corolla-02-06_W0QQitemZ280384782285QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item41483c3fcd&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
>
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
>
> Bob Spidell schreef:
> > Kees,
> >
> > What's a 'flat blade?'
> >
> >
> > bs
>
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 13:26:32 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 21:26:32 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Garage and worshop design
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W1B80B2E275315D31E32C4B8D20@phx.gbl>
References: <365846.9699.qm@web112511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<BAY112-W1B80B2E275315D31E32C4B8D20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AC653E8.5050506@chello.nl>

You silly fool, you should have waited untill the wife had to go to her 
mother for a few days.
Kees Oudesluijs

robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> You can't leave us hanging like that!  Spill the details!
>
>
>
>
>
>
>   
>> Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 11:58:16 -0700
>>
>>     
>
>   
>> Do not put your wirewheels in the dishwasher to be
>>     
> degreased/cleaned...ever!!!
>   
>> (don't ask).
>>
>> I happily co-exist in a two car garage.
>> Patrick
>>     
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Fri Oct  2 14:12:29 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:12:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Garage and worshop design
In-Reply-To: <4AC653E8.5050506@chello.nl>
References: <365846.9699.qm@web112511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<BAY112-W1B80B2E275315D31E32C4B8D20@phx.gbl>
	<4AC653E8.5050506@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <048901ca439c$ab392a90$01ab7fb0$@net>

Yeah but then who would clean up the mess left in the dish washer?

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Oudesluys
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 3:27 PM
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Cc: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fw: Garage and worshop design

You silly fool, you should have waited untill the wife had to go to her
mother for a few days.
Kees Oudesluijs

robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> You can't leave us hanging like that!  Spill the details!
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>> Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 11:58:16 -0700
>>
>>
>
>
>> Do not put your wirewheels in the dishwasher to be
>>
> degreased/cleaned...ever!!!
>
>> (don't ask).
>>
>> I happily co-exist in a two car garage.
>> Patrick

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct  2 14:29:24 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (Robert Duquette)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:29:24 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Garage and worshop design
In-Reply-To: <048901ca439c$ab392a90$01ab7fb0$@net>
References: <365846.9699.qm@web112511.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<BAY112-W1B80B2E275315D31E32C4B8D20@phx.gbl>
	<4AC653E8.5050506@chello.nl> <048901ca439c$ab392a90$01ab7fb0$@net>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP7B97B5DD57EA0A0FB4794B8D20@phx.gbl>

What kind of a husband would you be if you didn't bring in the soda blaster
to clean it?

-----Original Message-----
Yeah but then who would clean up the mess left in the dish washer?

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----

You silly fool, you should have waited untill the wife had to go to her
mother for a few days.
Kees Oudesluijs

robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> You can't leave us hanging like that!  Spill the details!
>
> Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 11:58:16 -0700
>>
>> Do not put your wirewheels in the dishwasher to be
>>
> degreased/cleaned...ever!!!
>
>> (don't ask).
>>
>> I happily co-exist in a two car garage.
>> Patrick

From dgschwind at comcast.net  Fri Oct  2 14:49:18 2009
From: dgschwind at comcast.net (dgschwind at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 20:49:18 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master cylinders
Message-ID: <2019224794.1423261254516558817.JavaMail.root@sz0147a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Hi, Listers,

B B B  I just tried to remove a brake line from a rear wheel aluminum
cylinder. It wouldn't budge and since I was afraid of damaging the cylinder, I
quit trying. Is there a safe technique or material application to allow
removal? Another blow for using steel fittings in aluminum parts! Would
appreciate your wisdom. Thanks,

B B B B B B B B B B B B B  DonB B  BJ8B B  Pandora

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Fri Oct  2 15:16:47 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:16:47 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master
 cylinders
In-Reply-To: <2019224794.1423261254516558817.JavaMail.root@sz0147a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <2019224794.1423261254516558817.JavaMail.root@sz0147a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <001801ca43a5$a666cbe0$f33463a0$@rr.com>

Hi, Don -
The safe way to do it would be to soak the joint in PB Blaster or some such
penetrant over a period of time until it comes free.  Turning the nut first
in the tightening direction slightly, and tapping on the cylinder and/or nut
to set up vibrations to help the penetrant to penetrate might also help.

Whenever I assemble threaded hydraulic fittings, I always use Teflon tape on
the male threads to make sure the threads don't seize for me (or the next
owner, after I'm dead).

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of dgschwind at comcast.net
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 4:49 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master cylinders

Hi, Listers,

B B B  I just tried to remove a brake line from a rear wheel aluminum
cylinder. It wouldn't budge and since I was afraid of damaging the cylinder,
I
quit trying. Is there a safe technique or material application to allow
removal? Another blow for using steel fittings in aluminum parts! Would
appreciate your wisdom. Thanks,

DonB B  BJ8B B  Pandora

From bspidell at comcast.net  Fri Oct  2 15:21:47 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 21:21:47 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master
 cylinders
In-Reply-To: <2019224794.1423261254516558817.JavaMail.root@sz0147a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <939407796.594841254518507598.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

1) soak with favorite penetrant (I like Kroil) for as long as your patience lasts 
2) carefully try to break line fitting loose--USE FLARE WRENCH 
3) carefully WARM (note: don't heat) the cylinder housing with propane torch (Al expands much faster than steel) 
4) repeat steps 1-4 

Be sure to use a flare wrench--buy one if you don't have one--you'll need it again. 

bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: dgschwind at comcast.net 
To: healeys at autox.team.net 
Sent: Friday, October 2, 2009 1:49:18 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master cylinders 

Hi, Listers, 

B B B I just tried to remove a brake line from a rear wheel aluminum 
cylinder. It wouldn't budge and since I was afraid of damaging the cylinder, I 
quit trying. Is there a safe technique or material application to allow 
removal? Another blow for using steel fittings in aluminum parts! Would 
appreciate your wisdom. Thanks, 

B B B B B B B B B B B B B DonB B BJ8B B Pandora 
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Fri Oct  2 15:25:16 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:25:16 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Octane ratings
In-Reply-To: <4AC5F91C.2040703@comcast.net>
References: <86ACBC8750277041A4115960B570CD060144E9@glamail.glasgowsnet.co.uk>
	<4AC5F91C.2040703@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <002f01ca43a6$d66e85c0$834b9140$@com>

Regarding valve seat recession.
I very much doubt that it will ever be a problem in a Healey engine.
Check this http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=623


Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 8:59 AM
To: Paul Leeks
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Octane ratings

Depends on what you mean by "better off."  In general, you can use the
lowest 
octane-rated gasoline that prevents engine knock (the rattling noise you'll
hear 
under load--e.g. lugging or climbing a grade--if the octane is too low). 
Knock--aka detonation or ping--can be very damaging to an engine over time;
an 
occasional rattle probably won't hurt.  Some Listers get by with regular 
87-octane (R+M/2), some--like me--use premium (in CA, that's 91 R+M/2).  Or
you 
could split the difference and use mid-grade.  Make sure your timing is set
and 
advances correctly, then try the two (three) grades.  Unless your engine has

higher than normal compression, premium with no additive will probably work
just 
fine; esp. if your static compression is at/under 170psi or so.

Protecting the valve seats is a different topic.  Under normal driving, it's

probably not going to be an issue; exhaust valve recession has proven to be
less 
of an issue than originally thought (ZDDP anyone?).  You can throw in a
bottle 
of 'lead substitute,' though I wouldn't bother and just plan on pulling the
head 
and installing hardened seats and alloy valves if/when they start to leak.

BTW, you get no "boost" from using higher octane gas.  The energy content is

actually higher in lower octane gas (it burns faster therefore releases a 
stronger 'explosion').  You only need the higher octane to prevent
detonation in 
higher compression engines (which do give you a boost).


bs


Paul Leeks wrote:
> I wonder if I can get some advice re the type of petrol for my BN4.
> 
> Over the last ten years I have used standard unleaded (Octane 95 RON)
along
> with Castrol Valvemaster Plus which claims to provide an octane boost.  (I
> have non-hardened valves/seats.)
> 
> So my question is ... would I be better off using super unleaded (Octane
97
> RON) plus the CVP or will this make me 'over-boosted'?
> 
> Many thanks
> 
> Paul Leeks
> BN4
*******************************************************************
Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net

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

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Fri Oct  2 15:55:54 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:55:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master
 cylinders
In-Reply-To: <001801ca43a5$a666cbe0$f33463a0$@rr.com>
References: <2019224794.1423261254516558817.JavaMail.root@sz0147a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<001801ca43a5$a666cbe0$f33463a0$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <003601ca43ab$1de8dff0$59ba9fd0$@com>

 Hi Don,
Unfortunately it is unlikely that you will get it out. The aluminum oxidizes
and swells so much that it usually locks the fitting irrecoverably. 
I have tried every penetant known to man but nothing I have found will
dissolve aluminium oxide. You will probably have to resort to heating if the
situation is very bad, heat seems to cause aluminium oxide to break down but
avoiding melting the aluminium requires a fine touch and the plating on the
line and flare nut will be ruined requiring their replacement. 
Percussive harassment (hammering) will occasionally help but usually the
threads in the aluminium cylinder will be damaged. 
The force created by the oxidizing aluminium is often sufficient to crack
the cylinder at the thread anyway.  
In my experience be prepared to replace the cylinder and probably the
line..after all these are brakes you're are dealing with and you don't have
the luxury of a dual braking system!!!

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of dgschwind at comcast.net
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 4:49 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master cylinders

Hi, Listers,

B B B  I just tried to remove a brake line from a rear wheel aluminum
cylinder. It wouldn't budge and since I was afraid of damaging the cylinder,
I
quit trying. Is there a safe technique or material application to allow
removal? Another blow for using steel fittings in aluminum parts! Would
appreciate your wisdom. Thanks,

DonB B  BJ8B B  Pandora

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Fri Oct  2 17:01:03 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 19:01:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Octane ratings
In-Reply-To: <002f01ca43a6$d66e85c0$834b9140$@com>
References: <86ACBC8750277041A4115960B570CD060144E9@glamail.glasgowsnet.co.uk>
	<4AC5F91C.2040703@comcast.net> <002f01ca43a6$d66e85c0$834b9140$@com>
Message-ID: <001901ca43b4$37c2fba0$a748f2e0$@rr.com>

Mike, when I had my BJ8 head rebuilt, the machinist told me that I had
significant valve recession.  He showed me my head, in which all of the
exhaust valve faces were flush with the adjacent head surfaces, and a
rebuilt head from another type of car where the valve faces were
significantly proud of the head surfaces.  When I got the head back, the
valves were like the other head.
I haven't seen any Healey engine head but my own, so I don't know.  Was my
machinist correct or not?

I don't know how my car was used before I got it, but I put about 36,000
miles on the engine before I rebuilt it, mostly long distance cruising on
regular leaded until it disappeared and then regular with a lead substitute
until the rebuild (93 octane premium since).  I figure the engine had
between 80K and 100K at the time of rebuild.  I rebuilt it because I was
losing pieces from the piston edges, apparently due to the rings breaking
up.

Anyway, I went with the no-lead head modifications.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Michael Salter
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 5:25 PM
To: 'Bob Spidell'; 'Paul Leeks'
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Octane ratings

Regarding valve seat recession.
I very much doubt that it will ever be a problem in a Healey engine.
Check this http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=623


Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Fri Oct  2 17:01:52 2009
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:01:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master
 cylinders
In-Reply-To: <2019224794.1423261254516558817.JavaMail.root@sz0147a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <2019224794.1423261254516558817.JavaMail.root@sz0147a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <DD614F9C-B096-4AD0-ABAD-7AE31CA2DCAD@cox.net>

A product called C.L.R. works wonders an almost all oxidization. soak  
it as long as you can. Multiple applications while on the car might  
help. heating the aluminum, then cooling it will compress the  
oxidation and help free it.

On Oct 2, 2009, at 1:49 PM, dgschwind at comcast.net wrote:

> Hi, Listers,
>
> B B B  I just tried to remove a brake line from a rear wheel aluminum
> cylinder. It wouldn't budge and since I was afraid of damaging the  
> cylinder, I
> quit trying. Is there a safe technique or material application to  
> allow
> removal? Another blow for using steel fittings in aluminum parts!  
> Would
> appreciate your wisdom. Thanks,
>
> B B B B B B B B B B B B B  DonB B  BJ8B B  Pandora
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Fri Oct  2 17:18:22 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:18:22 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
In-Reply-To: <3C8BC030-C3A3-4DC5-85E1-F7A42AE5932A@bornet.net>
Message-ID: <766543.82373.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Great pictures, Magnus!  Wish I could read Spanish so I could understand all
the captions ;>)

--- On Fri, 10/2/09, Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net> wrote:

From: Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>
Subject: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
To: "Healey Lista" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, October 2, 2009, 2:44 PM

Hi,

For those interested click on the following link of one of the Swedish Classic
Car Magazines for some photos that I took at this years Goodwood Revival.

http://www.klassiker.nu/

Click on the yellow field with the red text in it for the photos.

Magnus Karlsson
Sweden
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Fri Oct  2 17:35:26 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 01:35:26 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
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Thanks Rick! Well try Swedish. I can always give you lessons:-)
3 okt 2009 kl. 01.18 skrev HealeyRick:

> Great pictures, Magnus!  Wish I could read Spanish so I could  
> understand all the captions ;>)
>
> --- On Fri, 10/2/09, Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>  
> wrote:
>
> From: Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
> To: "Healey Lista" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Friday, October 2, 2009, 2:44 PM
>
> Hi,
>
> For those interested click on the following link of one of the  
> Swedish Classic Car Magazines for some photos that I took at this  
> years Goodwood Revival.
>
> http://www.klassiker.nu/
>
> Click on the yellow field with the red text in it for the photos.
>
> Magnus Karlsson
> Sweden
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Fri Oct  2 17:48:59 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:48:59 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
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Swedish?????   As a former owner of a Volvo 122S (Amazon?) and a SAAB 9000
Turbo, I should have been able to figure that out from my former
unintelligible owner's manuals.  Great pictures, nonetheless.  The Goodwood
Revival is on my bucket list.  I'm planning on attending dressed as a WWII
British strumpet.

--- On Fri, 10/2/09, Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net> wrote:

From: Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
To: "HealeyRick" <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
Cc: "Healey Lista" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, October 2, 2009, 7:35 PM

Thanks Rick! Well try Swedish. I can always give you lessons:-)
3 okt 2009 kl. 01.18 skrev HealeyRick:
Great pictures, Magnus!  Wish I could read Spanish so I could understand all
the captions ;>)

--- On Fri, 10/2/09, Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net> wrote:

From: Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>
Subject: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
To: "Healey Lista" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, October 2, 2009, 2:44 PM

Hi,

For those interested click on the following link of one of the Swedish Classic
Car Magazines for some photos that I took at this years Goodwood Revival.

http://www.klassiker.nu/

Click on the yellow field with the red text in it for the photos.

Magnus Karlsson
Sweden
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From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Fri Oct  2 18:37:53 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 02:37:53 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
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Thanks again Rick! Yes the 122 is known as the Amazon here in Sweden.
You really are a funny guy! I had to cosult my Spanish dictonary in
order to understand the word strumpet. Be sure to let me know when you
4re going, so that I can be there and take photos of you dressed up.
3 okt 2009 kl. 01.48 skrev HealeyRick:

> Swedish?????   As a former owner of a Volvo 122S (Amazon?) and a
> SAAB 9000 Turbo, I should have been able to figure that out from my
> former unintelligible owner's manuals.  Great pictures,
> nonetheless.  The Goodwood Revival is on my bucket list.  I'm
> planning on attending dressed as a WWII British strumpet.
>
> --- On Fri, 10/2/09, Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>
> wrote:
>
> From: Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Goodwood Revival
> To: "HealeyRick" <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
> Cc: "Healey Lista" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Friday, October 2, 2009, 7:35 PM
>
> Thanks Rick! Well try Swedish. I can always give you lessons:-)
> 3 okt 2009 kl. 01.18 skrev HealeyRick:

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Fri Oct  2 19:08:42 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 21:08:42 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
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Ya lost me  Oudie.     Use ethanol and then what?  Nano tech or rainex. 
What is the
name of the nano tech product your writing about.

I too have had various different experiences with Rainex at different times 
with different
cars.   I figured it was in my initial prep of the glass.   Still testing.

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Oudesluys" <coudesluijs at chello.nl>
To: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 7:58 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers


> If Rainex is still the same product of about 10 years ago it is pretty 
> useless. It will only last a short while and can cause a very smeary 
> windscreen.
> If it has gone to Nano technology, like so many other comparable products, 
> it can be bliss. However it only works properly at speeds over 40-50mls/h 
> as the droplets will be blown right of the windscreen. Below that speed 
> you still need the wipers  and you will have a slight misty smear of very 
> tiny droplets for a second which is annoying, this even happens if your 
> wipers are top notch.
> One application can last as much as 6 months. You have to clean the wind 
> screen very thoroughly first using ethanol. For some reason it does not 
> work so well on brand new windscreens. No idea why.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
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From haywoodone at hotmail.com  Fri Oct  2 19:09:56 2009
From: haywoodone at hotmail.com (George Haywood)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 21:09:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master
 cylinders
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It probably seems expensive to pay for a new wheel cyl. and new rear brake =
line when all you wanted to do was maybe rebuild the cyl.  Check with Briti=
sh Car Specialists for the wheel cyl. and line and if they don't have the l=
ine then contact Doug Reid (Mr. Finespanner) for the rear brake line you ne=
ed.  The whole thing will be around $100 I believe.  Doug does a great job =
and if you are still stock everything connects perfectly.
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Good luck=2C
=20
George Haywood
'65 bj8
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> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master cy=
linders
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>> Hi=2C Listers=2C
>>
>> B B B I just tried to remove a brake line from a rear wheel aluminum
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>> cylinder=2C I
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>> allow
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From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Fri Oct  2 20:01:23 2009
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 20:01:23 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Octane ratings
Message-ID: <02F038B1CB9D4240B7857C0BF19F889E@oscar>

Subject: RE: [Healeys] Octane ratings

Steve,
 Valve jobs used to be the bread and butter of most repair shops. Since the
advent of unleaded fuel I've done only a few and not due to seat recession.
 It's more apt that your head was already damaged from leaded gasoline or by
lead additives. I tell folks to NEVER use lead additives or they will be
doing head repair. It certainly doesn't hurt to use stellite valves and
hardened seats on the exhaust valves. Especially under racing conditions.
However, most old classic cars are never driven hard enough or long enough
to warrant them.
 As to your machinist, he too may not have realized that the unleaded
fuel/seat recession scare never panned out. Probably much like the ZDDP
stories may not be a huge issue either. My opinion there is that the oil
companies simply will not sell a lubricant that will cause large scale
damage to consumer's vehicles of any age.
 The damage to your pistons (lands) was due to too much ignition advance
causing detonation (which can not always be heard) It is FAR more important
to check for total advance than initial. Have your distributer curve checked
~ every five years for advance performance.
Dave
frogeye at porterscustom.com




Mike, when I had my BJ8 head rebuilt, the machinist told me that I had
significant valve recession.  He showed me my head, in which all of the
exhaust valve faces were flush with the adjacent head surfaces, and a
rebuilt head from another type of car where the valve faces were
significantly proud of the head surfaces.  When I got the head back, the
valves were like the other head.
I haven't seen any Healey engine head but my own, so I don't know.  Was my
machinist correct or not?

I don't know how my car was used before I got it, but I put about 36,000
miles on the engine before I rebuilt it, mostly long distance cruising on
regular leaded until it disappeared and then regular with a lead substitute
until the rebuild (93 octane premium since).  I figure the engine had
between 80K and 100K at the time of rebuild.  I rebuilt it because I was
losing pieces from the piston edges, apparently due to the rings breaking
up.

Anyway, I went with the no-lead head modifications.

From healeyguy at aol.com  Fri Oct  2 20:41:50 2009
From: healeyguy at aol.com (Healeyguy)
Date: Fri,  2 Oct 2009 16:41:50 -1000
Subject: [Healeys] Octane ratings
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Steve
In the old days valve jobs were simply a resurfacing of the valve and cutting the seat. Valve jobs or decarbonizing were also very cheap.  The end result is a deeper seat and a thinner valve. Result, the head appears to have valve recession. With our current thinking that "I only want to do this once more in my lifetime," we replace the valves and just about everything else and insist on addressing those deep seats. Result, like new appearance and a much bigger repair bill. As an aside, some heads are tolerant of deep seats and some crack like fried marbles. AH 100 heads are prone to cracks (in various places), six cylinder heads less so. Also remember that replacement valve seats are not fool proof (good machinists or not so good, overheating, etc) and can come lose during use. Not often but neither is the failure rate with deep seats. Just a few thoughts....
Aloha
Perry



In a message dated 10/02/09 13:09:48 Hawaiian Standard Time, sbyers at ec.rr.com writes:
Mike, when I had my BJ8 head rebuilt, the machinist told me that I had 
significant valve recession.  He showed me my head, in which all of the 
exhaust valve faces were flush with the adjacent head surfaces, and a 
rebuilt head from another type of car where the valve faces were 
significantly proud of the head surfaces.  When I got the head back, the 
valves were like the other head. 
I haven't seen any Healey engine head but my own, so I don't know.  Was my 
machinist correct or not? 

From thewalkers at qwest.net  Fri Oct  2 20:46:49 2009
From: thewalkers at qwest.net (the walkers)
Date: Fri, 02 Oct 2009 19:46:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] ANTI LBC - Australian Road Trains - with music!!]
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Very cool, I dig this one, thx.  The dual tractor rig is interesting, 
how does that work?  2 drivers?   With a locomotive on rails, no 
steering is required, but a tractor trailer rig, someones got some 
explaining to do- lol.

Arizona allows triples, I think, but frankly, I have never seen one.  
But then, i work a lot and do not drive the freeways a lot, so they may 
exist.

bob walker
phx, az


Sales at " Just Brits " wrote:
> This is a post by a chap who has a Sprite Shop in Oz !!!
> I found SO 'WOW' & interesting I am hosting it.
>
> FYI & FWIW & NFI< Etc., Etc., Etc., yada, yada, yada !!!
> **************************************************************************************** 
>
> From: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com 
> <mailto:midgetsprite%40yahoogroups.com> 
> [mailto:midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com 
> <mailto:midgetsprite%40yahoogroups.com>] On
> Behalf Of Colin Dodds
> Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:51 PM
> To: midgetsprite at yahoogroups.com 
> <mailto:midgetsprite%40yahoogroups.com>; bugeye at yahoogroups.com 
> <mailto:bugeye%40yahoogroups.com>
> Subject: [midgetsprite] ANTI LBC - Australian Road Trains - with music!!
>
> G'day all
>
> You've been warned by the topic - this is about as far as you can get 
> from
> Little British Cars.
>
> However, I was so warmed by your reception of Eric Idle's song, I 
> thought I
> should share this presentation with you.
>
> Oz is a big Country with a small population and poor rail transport. 
> We move
> stuff around the Outback with "Road Trains" - one prime mover (or 
> sometime
> two coupled) with two, three or more carriages hooked on behind. Click on
> this link, kindly hosted by Ed, for some of our Road Trains. Click 
> Enter to
> move forward during the presentation.
>
> Notice the "roo bars" on the prime mover. They are to protect the 
> radiator
> and body from errant kangaroos, but also to give a little protection from
> damage caused by buffalo. We have many packs of wild water buffalo in
> Northern Australia. The buffalo like to sleep at night on the roads, 
> as the
> hot tar keeps them warm. They're black, just like the road, and hard 
> to see.
> Hitting a 3 ton buffalo at 60 mph makes a mess of the truck.
>
>  <http://www.justbrits.com/1275/Colin_Oz.pps 
> <http://www.justbrits.com/1275/Colin_Oz.pps>>
>
> Ed says: Power Point Viewer is required and if you don't
> have, do a Google for PPV and it will take you to
> a Microsoft D/L site<G> !!!!!
>
> Enjoy, and avagoodday
> Colin
> www.SpriteParts.com.au
>
>
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 21:55:47 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sat, 03 Oct 2009 05:55:47 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Removing brake lines from Aluminum wheel/master
 cylinders
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Application of ATF/Acetone 50/50% for a few days.
Kees Oudesluijs


dgschwind at comcast.net schreef:
> Hi, Listers,
>
> B B B  I just tried to remove a brake line from a rear wheel aluminum
> cylinder. It wouldn't budge and since I was afraid of damaging the cylinder, I
> quit trying. Is there a safe technique or material application to allow
> removal? Another blow for using steel fittings in aluminum parts! Would
> appreciate your wisdom. Thanks,
>
> B B B B B B B B B B B B B  DonB B  BJ8B B  Pandora
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct  2 22:53:47 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sat, 03 Oct 2009 06:53:47 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
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Mark,
It is best to Google as the brands will be different in the USA from 
Europe. The product for automotive application is probably the same as 
for the application on building windows. The latter is way cheaper.
Brands in the NL are:
Percenta, Maxxlube, BestProtect, Nanomaxi, Europrotex, Bestprotect. 
There are many more.
Overhere most firms that replace windscreens also provide the service of 
applying the product to the windscreen.
There are differences in quality/durability. Also application can 
differ. Some need cleaning with a sort of polish first, others need a 
couple of hours before you can use the car, aplication temperature seems 
to be over 20C most of the time. It can be a bit of a cowboy market and 
brands seem to change regularly.
A couple of years ago I tested a few products for the ANWB, the Dutch 
AAA, and all worked (some better than others) on all the windows of the 
car, do not use it on the door mirrors. Durability varied
It is very good for motorway driving as the waterdroplets are blown of 
when driving over 40-50mls/h, it really improves visibily considerably 
and you do not need to use the windscreen wipers, but it is less suited 
to town driving where you still need the wipers, it will leave a slight 
mist for about a second on the screen after a wipe, which can be a bit 
irritating with lights ahead.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL
Mark LaPierre schreef:
> Ya lost me  Oudie.     Use ethanol and then what?  Nano tech or 
> rainex. What is the
> name of the nano tech product your writing about.
>
> I too have had various different experiences with Rainex at different 
> times with different
> cars.   I figured it was in my initial prep of the glass.   Still 
> testing.
>
> Mark

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Sat Oct  3 03:35:30 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:35:30 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8Wipers
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Alan,
You have been to long in Hong Kong.
Kees Oudesluijs


Alan Seigrist schreef:
> Are you sure if Maxxlube is for your windows....?
>
>
> On 10/3/09, Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl> wrote:
>   
>> Mark,
>> It is best to Google as the brands will be different in the USA from
>> Europe. The product for automotive application is probably the same as
>> for the application on building windows. The latter is way cheaper.
>> Brands in the NL are:
>> Percenta, Maxxlube, BestProtect, Nanomaxi, Europrotex, Bestprotect.
>> There are many more.

From pyoas at yahoo.com  Sat Oct  3 06:29:49 2009
From: pyoas at yahoo.com (Patrick Yoas)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 05:29:49 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Garage and workshop design
Message-ID: <174647.31447.qm@web112505.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

A good Healey friend of mine cleaned his wirewheels in his "wifes" dishwasher
and was not caught until he did the last wheel. Learning from his mistake and
carefully weighing the consequences, I decided to do the same thing, after
all, my first wife complained about my going to the 25 cent car wash and
getting grease and crud all over my "hobby" jumpsuits and having to wash them
a few times a week. It only makes sense that if you have the tire off the rim
it's the right thing to do. Well, I had all 5 wheels, plus a 6th one that I
forgot about, and put each one in and selected the heavy duty "pots scrubber"
mode and went to it. I do reccommend a "degreaser" before putting the wheels
in(one at a time). Also, the spotless rinse free cycle works great on chrome
wheels(so I've been told).
I was happy with my results of all five wheels when she came home and
discovered the 6th wheel, which I forgot about(lost count). Silent reatments
are deadly to the Healey budget!!
 
Co-existing in a two car garage:
Happily married to my second wife and although the new dishwasher is
superpowerfull as compared to the previous one of several years before, I do
not push the issue of using the dishwasher. I also did the garage FIRST with
her needs before taking care of Healey wish list. Second wife is great, even
helped me assemble the storage cabinets, etc. She has only one requirement and
that is her Honda is in the garage everynight. My Healey is undergoing a total
restoration(Jule frame up), and is on a dolly unit that I made that I can roll
the car to the middle of the garage and than back again when done working.
Second wife is in Europe right now and her Honda is parked outside the garage
and there's no way she'll know unless the neighbor(s) squeal..
 
As I get older, I get more(Healey $$),  by taking care of number one.
Always restore or update your garage first so you can work on your Healey in
an "organized" fashion. It'll save you time and money in the long run plus
you'll feel good about being organized.
Patrick
 
 
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fw: Garage and worshop design
To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
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You can't leave us hanging like that!  Spill the details!


> Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 11:58:16 -0700
>

> Do not put your wirewheels in the dishwasher to be
degreased/cleaned...ever!!!
> (don't ask).
>
> I happily co-exist in a two car garage.
> Patrick

From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Oct  3 09:28:27 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sat, 03 Oct 2009 08:28:27 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
Message-ID: <4AC76D9B.5040505@comcast.net>

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/04/automobiles/collectibles/04ego.html?8dpc

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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sat Oct  3 09:46:11 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 08:46:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
In-Reply-To: <4AC76D9B.5040505@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <370892.71290.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Nice story.  Thanks for posting.

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From: Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net>
Subject: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
To: "healeylist" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009, 11:28 AM

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/04/automobiles/collectibles/04ego.html?8dpc

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From Healey100M at gmail.com  Sat Oct  3 09:52:22 2009
From: Healey100M at gmail.com (Randy Hicks)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 11:52:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
Message-ID: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>

The Healeys are not selling at the Mecum Auction.

The light green Tanner BJ8 only bid to $61,000 and and a "groiund-up"  
restored Healey Blue BJ8 only bid to $39,000. Neither Sold.

Probably not the right venue for Healey's but all the muscle cars are  
really selling low when they sell. Lots are not.

Randy

Randy Hicks
'56 100M
'55 BN1 Dealer LeMans
'62 BN7 MkII
'65 BJ8
'53 MGTD
Healey100M at gmail.com

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Oct  3 10:47:25 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 03 Oct 2009 09:47:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
In-Reply-To: <370892.71290.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <370892.71290.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4AC7801D.4010609@pacbell.net>

Yeah,  but how come his first car was a Healey 3000 and he dumped it for 
the E-Type? 

Sacrilege!

Bill

HealeyRick wrote:
> Nice story.  Thanks for posting.

From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Oct  3 11:52:07 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sat, 03 Oct 2009 10:52:07 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
In-Reply-To: <4AC7801D.4010609@pacbell.net>
References: <370892.71290.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<4AC7801D.4010609@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <4AC78F47.5070304@comcast.net>

He was getting too much action from the ladies.


bs


Mr. Bill wrote:
> Yeah,  but how come his first car was a Healey 3000 and he dumped it for 
> the E-Type? 
> 
> Sacrilege!
> 
> Bill
> 
> HealeyRick wrote:
>> Nice story.  Thanks for posting.

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From dwflagg at juno.com  Sat Oct  3 12:45:59 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 14:45:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Signed Handbook
Message-ID: <20091003.114642.7032.12881@mailpop01.dca.untd.com>

There is a 3000 owner's handbook on eBay, item #250507863648, that is
signed by Donald Healey "To Jerry". Anyone on the list? Looking for that
missing handbook!! There it is.

Doug
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From jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com  Sat Oct  3 14:50:03 2009
From: jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com (jerry wall)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 15:50:03 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
In-Reply-To: <4AC76D9B.5040505@comcast.net>
References: <4AC76D9B.5040505@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <9baa446a0910031350v25e1f7b9q1bd690545e5e1194@mail.gmail.com>

bob,
thanks for sharing!  everyone be sure and listen to the audio file.
cheers,
jerry

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> http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/04/automobiles/collectibles/04ego.html?8dpc
>
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From drmasucci at comcast.net  Sat Oct  3 15:00:01 2009
From: drmasucci at comcast.net (David Masucci)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 21:00:01 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey Sighting
Message-ID: <987888776-1254603526-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1434813431-@bda107.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Friday around 6:00 PM - he was heading east on Rt 119 in Townsend Ma. I saw a white big-Healey. I've seen this car about 3 times in the last year. I'm never in my white BJ8 when I see it. I'd like to find out who this is. Anyone on the list?? Anyone know this person?

Thanks,
Dave
BJ8
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sat Oct  3 15:03:38 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 16:03:38 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
In-Reply-To: <4AC78F47.5070304@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <20091003160338.FCYTI.99795.root@ispmxfep13-z01>

I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my E-Type---not even close.:)

No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)


---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote: 

=============
He was getting too much action from the ladies.


bs


Mr. Bill wrote:
> Yeah,  but how come his first car was a Healey 3000 and he dumped it for 
> the E-Type? 
> 
> Sacrilege!
> 
> Bill
> 
> HealeyRick wrote:
>> Nice story.  Thanks for posting.

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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sat Oct  3 18:35:29 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 17:35:29 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
In-Reply-To: <20091003160338.FCYTI.99795.root@ispmxfep13-z01>
Message-ID: <831432.25399.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Road & Track writer Henrey Manney once called the E-Type "The greatest crumpet
catcher known to man."

--- On Sat, 10/3/09, Tom Felts <tomfelts at windstream.net> wrote:

From: Tom Felts <tomfelts at windstream.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] E-type (tangential Healey content)
To: "Mr. Bill" <bn1 at pacbell.net>, "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
Cc: "healeylist" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009, 5:03 PM

I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my E-Type---not
even close.:)

No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)


---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

=============
He was getting too much action from the ladies.


bs


Mr. Bill wrote:
> Yeah,  but how come his first car was a Healey 3000 and he dumped it for
> the E-Type?
>
> Sacrilege!
>
> Bill
>
> HealeyRick wrote:
>> Nice story.  Thanks for posting.

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From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Sat Oct  3 18:50:37 2009
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John Rowe)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 10:50:37 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] ANTI LBC - Australian Road Trains - with music!!]
In-Reply-To: <4AC6BB19.6050301@qwest.net>
References: <4AC468C9.7040302@justbrits.com>
  <4AC6BB19.6050301@qwest.net>
Message-ID: <4068F0020AEB4337942D4ADA84E954C4@Johnlaptop>

Hi Bob
That dual tractor rig photo was taken coming up the range to Toowoomba from 
Brisbane Qld. That is an overdimensional load, not a road train.These are 
under police escort all the time where road trains are not They come up this 
way all the time usually taking equipment to the coal mine sites or power 
stations in western Queensland.Sometimes they have up to 3 units pulling and 
3 pushing from behind depending on the weight sometimes up to 380 tons. They 
are joined together by a stiff bar with drivers in each vehicle. The trucks 
are usually of different gearing so that when changing gears it varies so 
that most are under power all of the time. The range has a height of 
2000feet with a gradient of 10% so is fairly hard work and can cause 
problems at times

John Rowe Toowoomba Queensland Australia
BN1 BT7


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "the walkers" <thewalkers at qwest.net>
To: <sales at justbrits.com>
Cc: "3 DN - Michael" <furryoldgrover at aol.com>; "4 - Healeys" 
<healeys at Autox.Team.Net>; <BugeyeSprites at yahoogroups.com>; "4 - MG Ts" 
<mg-t at autox.team.net>; "4 - Jensen-Cars" <jensen-cars at british-steel.org>; 
"4 - MG List" <"4 -mgs"@autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, October 03, 2009 12:46 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] ANTI LBC - Australian Road Trains - with music!!]


> Very cool, I dig this one, thx.  The dual tractor rig is interesting, how 
> does that work?  2 drivers?   With a locomotive on rails, no steering is 
> required, but a tractor trailer rig, someones got some explaining to do- 
> lol.
>
> Arizona allows triples, I think, but frankly, I have never seen one.  But 
> then, i work a lot and do not drive the freeways a lot, so they may exist.
>
> bob walker
> phx, az

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Sat Oct  3 19:24:38 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 20:24:38 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC>

I think there has been somewhat of a delayed reaction to the economy in the 
collector car world, prices were holding up pretty well still last winter, 
but as more people are selling cars and presumably less money to buy them I 
think prices in general have been dropping fairly significantly the last few 
months.

No scientific research, just too much time spent on e-bay, collector car 
magazines, the list, etc.

Greg Lemon 

From cleona44 at hotmail.com  Sat Oct  3 19:33:42 2009
From: cleona44 at hotmail.com (Jim Lesher)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 21:33:42 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone looking for healey literature? at the Hershey Fall
 AACA meet
Message-ID: <BAY104-W42F07FDBA11568AE62FBD4C5D00@phx.gbl>

If you are looking for any healey literature and will be attending the AACA
Fall meet next week Oct 7 to 11. Please send me a note as to what you need, I
may have it? I will be at The Chocolate North Field spaces CAZ 1-7 on Wed and
Sat weather permitting. I have a number of Healey,Silverstone, Sprite, and
Austin Healey, sales pieces, handbooks, parts books and workshop manuals. You
name it and I may have it? Several unusual items - "S" folders - originals and
repos, S Disc Brake booklet, and the  M Tuning booklet, to name a few.

I hope to see you there - jim
 		 	   		  
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From sales at justbrits.com  Sat Oct  3 19:52:18 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sat, 03 Oct 2009 20:52:18 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] [Jensen-cars] good info
In-Reply-To: <85h0df$65lm3v@smtp.mailfilter4.ihug.co.nz>
References: <85h0df$65lm3v@smtp.mailfilter4.ihug.co.nz>
Message-ID: <4AC7FFD2.50805@justbrits.com>

This is GOSPEL and sort of LBC 'related' <VBG> !!!

Ed

From sales at justbrits.com  Sat Oct  3 19:56:23 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sat, 03 Oct 2009 20:56:23 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] [Jensen-cars] good info
In-Reply-To: <4AC7FFD2.50805@justbrits.com>
References: <85h0df$65lm3v@smtp.mailfilter4.ihug.co.nz>
	<4AC7FFD2.50805@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <4AC800C6.4080404@justbrits.com>

I suppose it might help if I included a LINK !!!!
Sorry.

http://www.mopar1.us/commandments.html

From rdavies1 at cox.net  Sat Oct  3 20:13:48 2009
From: rdavies1 at cox.net (Ron Davies)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 19:13:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
	<B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC>
Message-ID: <B82FE84D8D9649078537D6C16D61505C@OfficeDell>

Yes, but to be honest, does it really matter what they are selling for this
year?
Most of us bought, restored and/or refurbished our cars and are now
caretakers that didn't do it to make any money from it.  Just as one should
buy and enjoy their home without considering it an "investment", most of us
are just "invested" in the fun they bring us when we drive them.
Just MHO. I'm sure you feel the same.
Ron O. Davies
67 BJ8
Laguna Hills, CA 
80degrees and CAVU today for my car show!
-----------------------------------------------
I think there has been somewhat of a delayed reaction to the economy in the 
collector car world, prices were holding up pretty well still last winter, 
but as more people are selling cars and presumably less money to buy them I 
think prices in general have been dropping fairly significantly the last few

months.

No scientific research, just too much time spent on e-bay, collector car 
magazines, the list, etc.

Greg Lemon 
______________

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Sat Oct  3 20:39:53 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 19:39:53 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] [Jensen-cars] good info
In-Reply-To: <4AC800C6.4080404@justbrits.com>
References: <85h0df$65lm3v@smtp.mailfilter4.ihug.co.nz>
	<4AC7FFD2.50805@justbrits.com> <4AC800C6.4080404@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <471534970910031939m28410287k13b7b9529a29977d@mail.gmail.com>

That's brilliant. I made SWMBO read it.

On Sat, Oct 3, 2009 at 6:56 PM, Sales at " Just Brits "
<sales at justbrits.com> wrote:
> I suppose it might help if I included a LINK !!!!
> Sorry.
>
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From Healey100M at gmail.com  Sat Oct  3 20:44:52 2009
From: Healey100M at gmail.com (Randy Hicks)
Date: Sat, 3 Oct 2009 22:44:52 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <B82FE84D8D9649078537D6C16D61505C@OfficeDell>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
	<B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC>
	<B82FE84D8D9649078537D6C16D61505C@OfficeDell>
Message-ID: <0285CB38-830C-486A-B9DF-D1DD8CEB92E7@gmail.com>

Well, there are a lot of people (ours friends) out there who make a  
living restoring and servicing our cars.

How long are they going to stay in business when it cost 2-3 times  
what a car is selling for to restore it. Are people going to buy parts  
to keep their cars up when the values just keeps dropping? What  
happens to our parts suppliers then. Do we end up with just cheaper  
parts?

I hope it is a temporary situation, this year, because it could affect  
us all long term.

Randy

Randy Hicks
'56 100M
'55 BN1 Dealer LeMans
'62 BN7 MkII
'65 BJ8
'53 MGTD
Healey100M at gmail.com


On Oct 3, 2009, at 10:13 PM, Ron Davies wrote:

> Yes, but to be honest, does it really matter what they are selling  
> for this
> year?
> Most of us bought, restored and/or refurbished our cars and are now
> caretakers that didn't do it to make any money from it.  Just as one  
> should
> buy and enjoy their home without considering it an "investment",  
> most of us
> are just "invested" in the fun they bring us when we drive them.
> Just MHO. I'm sure you feel the same.
> Ron O. Davies
> 67 BJ8
> Laguna Hills, CA
> 80degrees and CAVU today for my car show!
> -----------------------------------------------
> I think there has been somewhat of a delayed reaction to the economy  
> in the
> collector car world, prices were holding up pretty well still last  
> winter,
> but as more people are selling cars and presumably less money to buy  
> them I
> think prices in general have been dropping fairly significantly the  
> last few
>
> months.
>
> No scientific research, just too much time spent on e-bay, collector  
> car
> magazines, the list, etc.
>
> Greg Lemon
> ______________

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Sun Oct  4 00:34:33 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 01:34:33 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <0285CB38-830C-486A-B9DF-D1DD8CEB92E7@gmail.com>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
	<B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC>
	<B82FE84D8D9649078537D6C16D61505C@OfficeDell>
	<0285CB38-830C-486A-B9DF-D1DD8CEB92E7@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <7EDA22369213457CB74A985B181D08C4@GregPC>

Oh Randy, you may have a point, "How long are they going to stay in business 
when it cost 2-3 times
 what a car is selling for to restore it."  But heck, there are as many or 
more people out there who are buying and restoring or having restored MGBs 
and Spitfires and such and will never get anywhere near what they have in 
them back out, but they are doing what they want to do, which is a lot of 
what drives the hobby, not needs or economics, but wants, dreams and 
desires.

That being said I am more worried about demographics hurting the 
availability of parts and services for "our cars" than car values, a friend 
of mine just had a talk with one of the managers at Victoria British (big 
North American supplier for our international friends) They are anticipating 
a stagnant or shrinking market for their brit car business with much more 
growth in the their truck parts sales.  The people who buy Healeys and such 
aren't getting any younger for the most part, how many on the list are under 
40, show of hands, not many  I would wager.

Greg Lemon

From comkanuk at cgocable.ca  Sun Oct  4 05:28:19 2009
From: comkanuk at cgocable.ca (gilbert gauthier)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 07:28:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <7EDA22369213457CB74A985B181D08C4@GregPC>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
	<B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC>
	<B82FE84D8D9649078537D6C16D61505C@OfficeDell>
	<0285CB38-830C-486A-B9DF-D1DD8CEB92E7@gmail.com>
	<7EDA22369213457CB74A985B181D08C4@GregPC>
Message-ID: <461F0716-B0B4-41BE-A649-9F425DD73ABB@cgocable.ca>

Probably that why this 100 M was sold on ebay last week for only 80K


> Car offered at:
>
www.autocollections.com/index.cfm?key=3477&action=details&tab=inventory&carta
ble
>  ...
>
> Sellers description:
> 1956 Austin Healey 100M LeMans Roadster VIN #BN2L 230739 Date built:
> 7 Feb. 1956 Certified British Motor Industry Heritage Trust
> Certificate #97/7743 and is registered in the 100-M registry. A
> real, documented factory 100 M.
>


Gilbert Gauthier

Le 09-10-04 ` 02:34, Greg Lemon a icrit :

> Oh Randy, you may have a point, "How long are they going to stay in
> business when it cost 2-3 times
> what a car is selling for to restore it."  But heck, there are as
> many or more people out there who are buying and restoring or having
> restored MGBs and Spitfires and such and will never get anywhere
> near what they have in them back out, but they are doing what they
> want to do, which is a lot of what drives the hobby, not needs or
> economics, but wants, dreams and desires.
>
> That being said I am more worried about demographics hurting the
> availability of parts and services for "our cars" than car values, a
> friend of mine just had a talk with one of the managers at Victoria
> British (big North American supplier for our international friends)
> They are anticipating a stagnant or shrinking market for their brit
> car business with much more growth in the their truck parts sales.
> The people who buy Healeys and such aren't getting any younger for
> the most part, how many on the list are under 40, show of hands, not
> many  I would wager.
>
> Greg Lemon
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From qualitas.jack at gmail.com  Sun Oct  4 08:04:24 2009
From: qualitas.jack at gmail.com (Jack Feldman)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 09:04:24 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Signed Handbook
Message-ID: <48720d20910040704v14e795ffu93188bf908efec76@mail.gmail.com>

At the Chicaagoland British Car Festival one vendor had a beat up 100 manual
with Donald Healey's signature. The book was marked $8.95 on the flyleaf,
but the vendor said he was offered $200 and turned it down.

Interesting inscription. I don't remember who it was dedicated to, but the
inscription said something like "you know more about 100's than I do."!

Jack

From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Sun Oct  4 08:22:28 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 10:22:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
Message-ID: <BAY124-W34D2E6C072191180D5B0CBD4D00@phx.gbl>

Our hands are up.  We are both 37.  Had my Healey since I was 21- before Tam!

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
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From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Sun Oct  4 08:47:46 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 07:47:46 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <7EDA22369213457CB74A985B181D08C4@GregPC>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
	<B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC>
	<B82FE84D8D9649078537D6C16D61505C@OfficeDell>
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On Sat, Oct 3, 2009 at 11:34 PM, Greg Lemon <glemon at neb.rr.com> wrote:
> That being said I am more worried about demographics hurting the
> availability of parts and services for "our cars" than car values, a friend
> of mine just had a talk with one of the managers at Victoria British (big
> North American supplier for our international friends) They are
anticipating
> a stagnant or shrinking market for their brit car business with much more
> growth in the their truck parts sales.  The people who buy Healeys and such
> aren't getting any younger for the most part, how many on the list are
under
> 40, show of hands, not many  I would wager.

(*I'm under 40*)

I think it's a pairing of demographics, availability and exposure. A
good example is looking at the pre-war car prices. When I was a kid,
going to shows, you'd see tones of 20's-40's cars. You don't see them
any more. Why is that? The generations that knew these cars and either
A) wanted them, but couldn't afford them when new, or B) had one, and
want to remember what they were like are gone or dwindling fast.
Certain marques will always be in high demand to high-end collectors
(e.g. Duesenbergs) but the lowly Model-T just isn't in demand any
more.

And over time, availability of these cars dries up. I've heard plenty
of stories from Healey folks about buying their cars for $500 to $2000
dollars in driveable condition. When does that happen any more? When
you account for prices, that drives many people out because the
average car guy doesn't have 40 to 50,000$ to spend on a restoration
(vs. a nice Chevy C-10, parts are cheap, they look good for their era,
and you can't walk 100 yards without tripping over one).

Finally, it's exposure. I grew up in a car family, most of my friends
did not. So, while my mum and dad were teaching me about 50's - 70's
british cars, and grandpa was teaching me about the pre-war cars, my
male friends had posters of Testarossa, Countachs and Deloreans
(thanks to Back to the Future). So, if you do not know something
exists, then you can't "want" it.

Interestingly, of late I've been meeting a lot of younger guys (my age
and as young as late teens) who are buying old british cars. But,
they're buying things like Spitfires and rubber bumper MGs. Why?
Because they're cheap, you trip over them frequently, and they're just
rare enough to be cool.

Jody

--
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on ebay!

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from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent
disinclination to do so."
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Sun Oct  4 08:53:09 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 07:53:09 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <7EDA22369213457CB74A985B181D08C4@GregPC>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
	<B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC>
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	<7EDA22369213457CB74A985B181D08C4@GregPC>
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Well, I was going to resurrect a recent thread about owners who demand only the 
cheapest possible parts from vendors--and bitch like crazy if they have to pay 
more than for a comparable Chevy part--may be damaging our suppliers in the same 
way, but decided not to.

I've been an Austin-Healey owner (paid extra for the hyphen) for over 26 years. 
  I bought my BJ8 at the end of the era when the clubs were more for sourcing 
parts than for social activities (some clubs maintained their own dismantling 
yards for parts).  Then, companies like Moss and VB came along and there was 
less/no need for the dismantlers and they disbanded.  If Moss--who is wisely now 
also sourcing parts for Miatas and Mustangs--can't make a go of it we may have 
to return to the dismantler era.

I do anticipate some resiliency in demand for our LBCs, however, as some people 
will refuse to drive nothing but cookie-cutter, electric/hybrid people movers (I 
bought my Bullitt Mustang partly in anticipation of this eventuality).  In 
hindsight, the outrageous recent prices paid for 'collector' cars--inspired 
largely by the muscle car mania (read: BJ)--was as much a bubble as dotcom 
stocks and real estate.  What we'll likely see is a return to normalcy; i.e. 
mostly hobbyists and fewer speculators.


bs



Greg Lemon wrote:
> Oh Randy, you may have a point, "How long are they going to stay in 
> business when it cost 2-3 times
> what a car is selling for to restore it."  ...
> 
> That being said I am more worried about demographics hurting the 
> availability of parts and services for "our cars" than car values, a 
> friend of mine just had a talk with one of the managers at Victoria 
> British ...
> 
> Greg Lemon

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

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From geatros at shaw.ca  Sun Oct  4 09:20:08 2009
From: geatros at shaw.ca (Geatros)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 08:20:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Young Healey Owners...
Message-ID: <680BCEB9EE3E4084BC9BA81FF0393042@soloPC>

Hello All....

My youngest  son is 22 years old and is  a  Healey owner..... He's in the
sheetmetal restoration stage on his 58 100-6 BN4 and its just about done ...
inner sills, floors  ect.....  he's a welder ....

Healey's have a style that is timless ... Kinda like women they look great no
matter how old you are......

When I'm out for a drive in my 65 BJ8 ...... 5 year old kids jump up and down
with their thumbs up screaming cool car.......and they haven't seen my 100M
yet .... wind shield down ect.....

DRIVE THEM SO THE YOUNG  CAN SEE THE CARS  AND THEY WILL BECOME HEALEY NUTS
LIKE ALL OF US ARE !!!!!

Cheers
Kenny
Vancouver BC
Canada

From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Sun Oct  4 09:32:40 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:32:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <0285CB38-830C-486A-B9DF-D1DD8CEB92E7@gmail.com>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com><B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC><B82FE84D8D9649078537D6C16D61505C@OfficeDell>
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Message-ID: <8CC131F0B6D59A9-8EA8-23271@webmail-m097.sysops.aol.com>

While it's always nice to see big bucks at the end of a restoration, most people restore cars as a labor of love.? I doubt a decline in Healey values is going to fatally?change the demand or desire to bring these beautiful cars back to life.



Bill? Wilkman
BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: Randy Hicks <Healey100M at gmail.com>
To: rdavies1 at cox.net
Cc: 'Healey List' <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sat, Oct 3, 2009 7:44 pm
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum



Well, there are a lot of people (ours friends) out there who make a living restoring and servicing our cars.?
?
How long are they going to stay in business when it cost 2-3 times what a car is selling for to restore it. Are people going to buy parts to keep their cars up when the values just keeps dropping? What happens to our parts suppliers then. Do we end up with just cheaper parts??
?
I hope it is a temporary situation, this year, because it could affect us all long term.?
?
Randy?
?
Randy Hicks?
'56 100M?
'55 BN1 Dealer LeMans?
'62 BN7 MkII?
'65 BJ8?
'53 MGTD?
Healey100M at gmail.com?
?
On Oct 3, 2009, at 10:13 PM, Ron Davies wrote:?
?
> Yes, but to be honest, does it really matter what they are selling > for this?
> year??
> Most of us bought, restored and/or refurbished our cars and are now?
> caretakers that didn't do it to make any money from it. Just as one > should?
> buy and enjoy their home without considering it an "investment", > most of us?
> are just "invested" in the fun they bring us when we drive them.?
> Just MHO. I'm sure you feel the same.?
> Ron O. Davies?
> 67 BJ8?
> Laguna Hills, CA?
> 80degrees and CAVU today for my car show!?
> -----------------------------------------------?
> I think there has been somewhat of a delayed reaction to the economy > in the?
> collector car world, prices were holding up pretty well still last > winter,?
> but as more people are selling cars and presumably less money to buy > them I?
> think prices in general have been dropping fairly significantly the > last few?
>?
> months.?
>?
> No scientific research, just too much time spent on e-bay, collector > car?
> magazines, the list, etc.?
>?
> Greg Lemon?
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From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Sun Oct  4 09:46:06 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:46:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] MGA for sale
Message-ID: <4AC8C33E.1010609@comcast.net>

A local man contacted me wanting help with selling his '56 MGA.  He is 
older and doesn't want to use it any more.
It is an older restoration, but was not driven much since being 
restored.  It is a 1500 model, red with tan interior.  It looks very 
nice and starts easily and runs well.  He said that the top and side 
curtains were new when the car was restored.
The car will need some minor detailing.  I noticed that the edges of the 
door panels around the hole inside are coming loose.  Also the master 
cylinder leaked on the paint on the shelf under the hood.  Other 
cosmetic work in the engine compartment will be necessary.
I have some pictures which I can email out to anyone interested.
He is asking $25,000, but is very motivated and willing to negotiate.  
He wants to sell it fairly quickly.
The car is located in York, PA.  Call John Myers at 717-741-1659.  He 
does not have email, so you must call.
You can come to Fall Hershey and drive home in an MGA.

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type text/x-vcard which had a name of mgcharlie.vcf]

From jobu53 at hotmail.com  Sun Oct  4 09:51:29 2009
From: jobu53 at hotmail.com (Dan)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 08:51:29 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps
Message-ID: <BLU144-W68F9B1B4535297B3D909DDBD00@phx.gbl>

I have a 1963 BJ7 and am struggling with the clamps where the exhaust enters
the muffler. Originally I had leaks in this area and decided to try and
silence the leak. Someone on the list suggested using Stainless Steel plumbing
repair couplings without the rubber insert. I installed those and reinstalled
the standard muffler clamps over those. Everything works great except that
when I start the car the exhaust hits the frame and makes a banging noise.
When the car is running everything is fine.

  Having been cursed with being a perfectionist I want to eliminate the
banging. Does anyone have any suggestions on a good clamp that is wide enough
to seal the joint, probably 3/4"-1" and has good clamping capacity?

  On another note, Barrett Jackson Las Vegas is next weekend. Even though the
prices resemble a Monopoly Game, the bidders are more in tune with Healeys
than the ones that go to Mecum. Before we succumb to the low prices everyone
is concerned with, it will be interesting to see what happens next weekend.
There are currently 4 Healeys to be auctioned.

Dan Serrao
1963 BJ7
Fountain Hills, AZ

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From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Sun Oct  4 10:04:31 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:04:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BN6 info
Message-ID: <4AC8C78F.8060409@comcast.net>

Does anyone here own BN6L0736?
I found this number in some old records from 1/30/1960 that the former 
owner of my 1960 BT7 transfered the license plate from the 100-6 when he 
bought the 3000 new.
For the owner of the car or the 100-6 registrar, I can supply the 
person's (now deceased) name and address.
Charlie

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From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Sun Oct  4 10:09:39 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:09:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Young Healey Owners...
In-Reply-To: <680BCEB9EE3E4084BC9BA81FF0393042@soloPC>
References: <680BCEB9EE3E4084BC9BA81FF0393042@soloPC>
Message-ID: <8CC132436139DE9-8EA8-23788@webmail-m097.sysops.aol.com>

Couldn't agree more.? The reduction in prices will help, not hurt the hobby, as folks of more moderate means will have access to cars they will feel comfortable DRIVING.



Bill Wilkman

BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: Geatros <geatros at shaw.ca>
To: 'Healey List' <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sun, Oct 4, 2009 8:20 am
Subject: [Healeys] Young Healey Owners...




DRIVE THEM SO THE YOUNG  CAN SEE THE CARS  AND THEY WILL BECOME HEALEY NUTS
LIKE ALL OF US ARE !!!!!

Cheers
Kenny
Vancouver BC
Canada
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http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com  Sun Oct  4 11:36:29 2009
From: jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com (jerry wall)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 12:36:29 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Driver's Handbook currently on ebay.
Message-ID: <9baa446a0910041036p1fa1273fp893268a534c3887a@mail.gmail.com>

You talk about the old small world concept - the MkIII dh with the
inscription "to Jerry".....originally was mine.  DMH signed it for me at the
Fredericksburg Conclave in 1981.  I drove my BJ8 to this event without an
operational OD at the time.  Sold the Healey in 1985.
the ebay seller bought the car sometime later and turned it without the dh.

-- 
jerry wall  BN6
rowlett, tx

From PhilRitten at aol.com  Sun Oct  4 11:57:17 2009
From: PhilRitten at aol.com (PhilRitten at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 13:57:17 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Distributor Caps
Message-ID: <c35.63c92589.37fa3bfd@aol.com>

All,
 
I'm interested in getting a replacement cap and wires for my '58 BN4 (and  
my '61 BT7). I'm looking for the type that plug in so that I can more easily 
 swap them in and out. (note I currently have the plug in type)
 
When I go to the Moss website, they say that the plug in caps (#560-125)  
only work on "Late BJ7/BJ8 (25D6 Distributors)".
 
Question: Were the later distributor caps/distributors a different size  
(i.e. larger diameter) than the early ones?
 
My apology in advance if this has been previously discussed.
 
Thanks,
Phil

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Sun Oct  4 12:33:01 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 11:33:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Young Healey Owners...
In-Reply-To: <8CC132436139DE9-8EA8-23788@webmail-m097.sysops.aol.com>
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My 18 and 14 year old sons have asked me for years who gets the Healey when
I'm too old to drive it or die. They both love the car and will run out of
the house just to drive down to the end of the driveway with me when I move
the car out to work on it or look fro something inthe garage. My driveway is
maybe 30 feet long! They love the smiles and ways kids of all ages give the
car when we go for a drive. I told them that they both get the car and must
share ownership. One can buy out the other, otherwise they must share the
cost of ownership and alternate years of possession.
My personal experience is that our cars have become too expensive. I bought
mine for $500.00 over 35 years ago. It is my hobby. The MG club is showing a
younger demographic and increase in membership, while our  clubs still
caters to older
wealthier members. Many of our events take place during the school year and
or at expensive resorts. As a parent and school teacher I can not
participate. My car still needs rust repair and a complete interior, even
after all these years, but mechanically it is as good as any high cost
auction car.

In the old days, club members go together to help each other fix our cars,
today I get referrals to a good mechanic.  I honestly don't know if it's me
personally, the fact that I have had young kids or the condition of my car,
but I have never felt really welcome by my local club, except for a handful
of folks  I count on this list for advice, but some helpful hands would be
great. I enjoy spending time with my MG /Triumph owning friends.They seem
less snobbish .





On Sun, Oct 4, 2009 at 9:09 AM, <wilkmanracing at aol.com> wrote:

> Couldn't agree more.? The reduction in prices will help, not hurt the
> hobby, as folks of more moderate means will have access to cars they will
> feel comfortable DRIVING.
>
>
>
> Bill Wilkman
>
> BT7
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Geatros <geatros at shaw.ca>
> To: 'Healey List' <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sun, Oct 4, 2009 8:20 am
> Subject: [Healeys] Young Healey Owners...
>
>
>
>
> DRIVE THEM SO THE YOUNG  CAN SEE THE CARS  AND THEY WILL BECOME HEALEY NUTS
> LIKE ALL OF US ARE !!!!!
>
> Cheers
> Kenny
> Vancouver BC
> Canada
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I Erbs
Portland, OR

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Sun Oct  4 12:57:25 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 14:57:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Driver's Handbook currently on ebay.
In-Reply-To: <9baa446a0910041036p1fa1273fp893268a534c3887a@mail.gmail.com>
References: <9baa446a0910041036p1fa1273fp893268a534c3887a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <005101ca4524$834d4960$89e7dc20$@rr.com>

Hi, Jerry -
Was the BJ8 in question 35226 (sold to Michael Redden) or 37095 (sold to
Neil Bowie)?  I asked the seller on eBay if the book had the VIN or chassis
number marked anywhere in it, but didn't get a straight answer.  If I can
identify which car the book belonged to, perhaps I can get in touch with the
current owner and let them know the book is available.  That would be the
second time this year that an original BJ8 driver's handbook was reunited
with its car.  We know of a third, but the car owner and the book owner
haven't been able to come to terms.

Thanks,
Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of jerry wall
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 1:36 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Driver's Handbook currently on ebay.

You talk about the old small world concept - the MkIII dh with the
inscription "to Jerry".....originally was mine.  DMH signed it for me at the
Fredericksburg Conclave in 1981.  I drove my BJ8 to this event without an
operational OD at the time.  Sold the Healey in 1985.
the ebay seller bought the car sometime later and turned it without the dh.

-- 
jerry wall  BN6
rowlett, tx

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Sun Oct  4 13:59:06 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:59:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Young Healey Owners...
Message-ID: <00b201ca452d$21d9b0c0$658d1240$@net>

That was the idea behind the British Car Week which was established in
response to an article in which the author bemoaned that, in his opinion,
British cars had disappeared. (Believe the article was titled "Where have
the British cars gone?)

My local club just had a very successful show in which 121 British cars
showed up and were parked on the main street of the town. It was amazing how
many people were on their cell phones saying such things as "you've gotta
come down and see this!" In short, have shows in high populated areas and
drive them!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of wilkmanracing at aol.com
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 12:10 PM
To: geatros at shaw.ca; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Young Healey Owners...

Couldn't agree more.? The reduction in prices will help, not hurt the hobby,
as folks of more moderate means will have access to cars they will feel
comfortable DRIVING.



Bill Wilkman

BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: Geatros <geatros at shaw.ca>
To: 'Healey List' <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sun, Oct 4, 2009 8:20 am
Subject: [Healeys] Young Healey Owners...




DRIVE THEM SO THE YOUNG  CAN SEE THE CARS  AND THEY WILL BECOME HEALEY NUTS
LIKE ALL OF US ARE !!!!!

Cheers
Kenny
Vancouver BC
Canada
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

You are subscribed as wilkmanracing at aol.com

From thewalkers at qwest.net  Sun Oct  4 14:15:20 2009
From: thewalkers at qwest.net (the walkers)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:15:20 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Driver's Handbook currently on ebay.
In-Reply-To: <005101ca4524$834d4960$89e7dc20$@rr.com>
References: <9baa446a0910041036p1fa1273fp893268a534c3887a@mail.gmail.com>
	<005101ca4524$834d4960$89e7dc20$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <4AC90258.1040702@qwest.net>

I have a couple of owners handbook, two of which do not have a VIN, but 
the one for the 100 published Feb. 1955 has stamped in it "Property of 
Norman Rhynard."
That ring a bell with anyone?

bob walker
phx, az


BJ8 Healeys wrote:
> Hi, Jerry -
> Was the BJ8 in question 35226 (sold to Michael Redden) or 37095 (sold to
> Neil Bowie)?  I asked the seller on eBay if the book had the VIN or chassis
> number marked anywhere in it, but didn't get a straight answer.  If I can
> identify which car the book belonged to, perhaps I can get in touch with the
> current owner and let them know the book is available.  That would be the
> second time this year that an original BJ8 driver's handbook was reunited
> with its car.  We know of a third, but the car owner and the book owner
> haven't been able to come to terms.
>
> Thanks,
> Steve Byers
> HBJ8L/36666
> BJ8 Registry
> Havelock, NC  
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of jerry wall
> Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 1:36 PM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Driver's Handbook currently on ebay.
>
> You talk about the old small world concept - the MkIII dh with the
> inscription "to Jerry".....originally was mine.  DMH signed it for me at the
> Fredericksburg Conclave in 1981.  I drove my BJ8 to this event without an
> operational OD at the time.  Sold the Healey in 1985.
> the ebay seller bought the car sometime later and turned it without the dh.

From greylinn at ozemail.com.au  Sun Oct  4 14:59:52 2009
From: greylinn at ozemail.com.au (Peter Linn)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 06:59:52 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <461F0716-B0B4-41BE-A649-9F425DD73ABB@cgocable.ca>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com><B5E04F304E4F4BF1872CF5B179199624@GregPC><B82FE84D8D9649078537D6C16D61505C@OfficeDell><0285CB38-830C-486A-B9DF-D1DD8CEB92E7@gmail.com><7EDA22369213457CB74A985B181D08C4@GregPC>
	<461F0716-B0B4-41BE-A649-9F425DD73ABB@cgocable.ca>
Message-ID: <9320854C37AD45A8A47DE46C705ECA3D@PeterPC>

That's one strange looking cold air box! ...and a wrapped cast manifold?

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "gilbert gauthier" <comkanuk at cgocable.ca>
To: "Greg Lemon" <glemon at neb.rr.com>
Cc: <'Healey at autox.team.net>; "List'" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 9:28 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum


> Probably that why this 100 M was sold on ebay last week for only 80K
>
>
>> Car offered at:
>>
> www.autocollections.com/index.cfm?key=3477&action=details&tab=inventory&carta
> ble
>>  ...
>>
>> Sellers description:
>> 1956 Austin Healey 100M LeMans Roadster VIN #BN2L 230739 Date built:
>> 7 Feb. 1956 Certified British Motor Industry Heritage Trust
>> Certificate #97/7743 and is registered in the 100-M registry. A
>> real, documented factory 100 M.

From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Sun Oct  4 15:01:01 2009
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Len and/or Marge Hartnett)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 14:01:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Young Healey Owners...
In-Reply-To: <00b201ca452d$21d9b0c0$658d1240$@net>
References: <00b201ca452d$21d9b0c0$658d1240$@net>
Message-ID: <204CEE66336C41D986A86DE93CBCE87D@LeonardPCPC>

And the National Ice Cream Socials.

It has been my concern in recent years, and I have expressed it, that the 
car shows associated with meets have been conducted at locations that are 
not populated by the general public.  When the thinking is that it must be 
on  grass, with picnic tables and shade, and any other amenities that make 
it comfortable for the PARTICIPANTS, you usually end up in a park or a 
location away from the general public.  The only people that see the cars 
are the other owners who have seen all the regular attendees many times. 
Only by bringing the cars closer to the public and advertising locally will 
they be seen by the greatest number of non-club Healey owners, those who 
owned a Healey once, those who had a friend or relative who owned a Healey, 
those who wanted one but never got it, the kids that think it is a James 
Bond Aston Martin, etc, etc.

Years ago, several local shows were held indoors in shopping malls.  One 
became so popular by bringing in viewers - who must have turned into store 
customers - that the mall started paying for the cars to participate.  A new 
mall manager nixed the idea.  Their, and our, loss in my opinion.

Attract the youth?  How about a car show on the high school football field - 
on a school day?  ;-)   With time trials on the running track around the 
field?  ;-)  ;-)

(The Other) Len
Vacaville, CA, USA
1967 AH 3000 MkIII, HBJ8L39031


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net>
To: "'Healeys'" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 12:59 PM
Subject: [Healeys] FW: Young Healey Owners...


> That was the idea behind the British Car Week which was established in
> response to an article in which the author bemoaned that, in his opinion,
> British cars had disappeared. (Believe the article was titled "Where have
> the British cars gone?)
>
> My local club just had a very successful show in which 121 British cars
> showed up and were parked on the main street of the town. It was amazing 
> how
> many people were on their cell phones saying such things as "you've gotta
> come down and see this!" In short, have shows in high populated areas and
> drive them!
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
> http://www.healey6.com

From Jwhlyadv at aol.com  Sun Oct  4 15:39:33 2009
From: Jwhlyadv at aol.com (Jwhlyadv at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 17:39:33 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Young Healey Owners...
Message-ID: <c16.6eed52ed.37fa7015@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/4/2009 5:23:41 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
thehartnetts at earthlink.net writes:

Attract  the youth?  How about a car show on the high school football field 
-  
on a school day?  ;-)   With time trials on the running  track around the 
field?  ;-)  ;-)


I think I have done more Future 50 Events than anyone (Ben Moore  lives 
down the street from me)
 
One of my favorites was Ben's High School football homecoming. We arrived  
early, set up the cars in the end zone area and had hundreds of kids (and 
their  cute momma's) stop and look. I always invite kids to sit in the car and 
I had a  few dozen do so and they had their photos taken. At half time we 
drove the  Homecoming Queen and her court around the track surrounding the 
football field,  all the kids were respectful of the car, just remind the 
football players to  remove their cleats before they get in the car. I don't 
know if it really made a  difference but we had a lot of fun. 
 
 
 
Jim  Werner
Louisville, KY

From edriver at sasktel.net  Sun Oct  4 15:48:39 2009
From: edriver at sasktel.net (E.A.Driver)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:48:39 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Young Healey Owners...
In-Reply-To: <204CEE66336C41D986A86DE93CBCE87D@LeonardPCPC>
References: <00b201ca452d$21d9b0c0$658d1240$@net>
	<204CEE66336C41D986A86DE93CBCE87D@LeonardPCPC>
Message-ID: <4AC91837.1070308@sasktel.net>

Hi Len

Excellent set of observations and suggestions - our Saskatchewan British 
Car Club runs
many Show and Shines in public locations and public events, many of 
which young people are
at.  In addition during touring events we have provided show and shines 
at provincial
and national parks where many families are present.

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



Len and/or Marge Hartnett wrote:
> And the National Ice Cream Socials.
>
> It has been my concern in recent years, and I have expressed it, that 
> the car shows associated with meets have been conducted at locations 
> that are not populated by the general public.  When the thinking is 
> that it must be on  grass, with picnic tables and shade, and any other 
> amenities that make it comfortable for the PARTICIPANTS, you usually 
> end up in a park or a location away from the general public.  The only 
> people that see the cars are the other owners who have seen all the 
> regular attendees many times. Only by bringing the cars closer to the 
> public and advertising locally will they be seen by the greatest 
> number of non-club Healey owners, those who owned a Healey once, those 
> who had a friend or relative who owned a Healey, those who wanted one 
> but never got it, the kids that think it is a James Bond Aston Martin, 
> etc, etc.
>
> Years ago, several local shows were held indoors in shopping malls.  
> One became so popular by bringing in viewers - who must have turned 
> into store customers - that the mall started paying for the cars to 
> participate.  A new mall manager nixed the idea.  Their, and our, loss 
> in my opinion.
>
> Attract the youth?  How about a car show on the high school football 
> field - on a school day?  ;-)   With time trials on the running track 
> around the field?  ;-)  ;-)
>
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville, CA, USA
> 1967 AH 3000 MkIII, HBJ8L39031

From javrugtman at htcnet.org  Sun Oct  4 16:01:14 2009
From: javrugtman at htcnet.org (John Vrugtman)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 18:01:14 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Young Healey Owners...
In-Reply-To: <204CEE66336C41D986A86DE93CBCE87D@LeonardPCPC>
References: <00b201ca452d$21d9b0c0$658d1240$@net>
	<204CEE66336C41D986A86DE93CBCE87D@LeonardPCPC>
Message-ID: <4AC91B2A.7020702@htcnet.org>

Well, we just came back from the Waynesboro VA British Car show, held in 
a residential area park, with grass, trees, free admission to the 
public, the 28th year, and I think it was a great success.  Lots of 
people from the area got to wander around all the cars, talk to owners, 
and see if they would be able to own one.

John
BJ8s

Len and/or Marge Hartnett wrote:
> And the National Ice Cream Socials.
>
> It has been my concern in recent years, and I have expressed it, that 
> the car shows associated with meets have been conducted at locations 
> that are not populated by the general public.  When the thinking is 
> that it must be on  grass, with picnic tables and shade, and any other 
> amenities that make it comfortable for the PARTICIPANTS, you usually 
> end up in a park or a location away from the general public.  The only 
> people that see the cars are the other owners who have seen all the 
> regular attendees many times. Only by bringing the cars closer to the 
> public and advertising locally will they be seen by the greatest 
> number of non-club Healey owners, those who owned a Healey once, those 
> who had a friend or relative who owned a Healey, those who wanted one 
> but never got it, the kids that think it is a James Bond Aston Martin, 
> etc, etc.
>
> Years ago, several local shows were held indoors in shopping malls.  
> One became so popular by bringing in viewers - who must have turned 
> into store customers - that the mall started paying for the cars to 
> participate.  A new mall manager nixed the idea.  Their, and our, loss 
> in my opinion.
>
> Attract the youth?  How about a car show on the high school football 
> field - on a school day?  ;-)   With time trials on the running track 
> around the field?  ;-)  ;-)
>
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville, CA, USA
> 1967 AH 3000 MkIII, HBJ8L39031
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net>
> To: "'Healeys'" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 12:59 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] FW: Young Healey Owners...
>
>
>> That was the idea behind the British Car Week which was established in
>> response to an article in which the author bemoaned that, in his 
>> opinion,
>> British cars had disappeared. (Believe the article was titled "Where 
>> have
>> the British cars gone?)
>>
>> My local club just had a very successful show in which 121 British cars
>> showed up and were parked on the main street of the town. It was 
>> amazing how
>> many people were on their cell phones saying such things as "you've 
>> gotta
>> come down and see this!" In short, have shows in high populated areas 
>> and
>> drive them!
>>
>> John Sims, BN6
>> Aberdeen, NJ
>>
>> http://www.healey6.com
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct  4 16:24:44 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 18:24:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps
References: <BLU144-W68F9B1B4535297B3D909DDBD00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <000601ca4541$79a75280$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

Dan ,  are you sure you have all the stays attached else where on the 
exhaust?    Sometimes these
get omitted and can cause the shaking in the first place.

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dan" <jobu53 at hotmail.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 11:51 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps


>I have a 1963 BJ7 and am struggling with the clamps where the exhaust 
>enters
> the muffler. Originally I had leaks in this area and decided to try and
> silence the leak. Someone on the list suggested using Stainless Steel 
> plumbing
> repair couplings without the rubber insert. I installed those and 
> reinstalled
> the standard muffler clamps over those. Everything works great except that
> when I start the car the exhaust hits the frame and makes a banging noise.
> When the car is running everything is fine.
>
>  Having been cursed with being a perfectionist I want to eliminate the
> banging. Does anyone have any suggestions on a good clamp that is wide 
> enough
> to seal the joint, probably 3/4"-1" and has good clamping capacity?
>
>  On another note, Barrett Jackson Las Vegas is next weekend. Even though 
> the
> prices resemble a Monopoly Game, the bidders are more in tune with Healeys
> than the ones that go to Mecum. Before we succumb to the low prices 
> everyone
> is concerned with, it will be interesting to see what happens next 
> weekend.
> There are currently 4 Healeys to be auctioned.
>
> Dan Serrao
> 1963 BJ7
> Fountain Hills, AZ
>
> People who don't read the newspaper are uninformed, those who read the
> newspaper are misinformed........ Mark Twain
>
>
>
>
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct  4 16:33:34 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 18:33:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Distributor Caps
References: <c35.63c92589.37fa3bfd@aol.com>
Message-ID: <000f01ca4542$b5cf4be0$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

I tried to do this a couple of years ago and seems to me it was an early 
Jag. cap that fit, but expensive.
The later caps are totally different that the DM6 style .

I believe the Nocks came up with a replacement but again,  expensive. 
Whats wrong with using the
old style of using the screw in units?

You may have to go with a new after market style distributor to get what you 
want here.

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <PhilRitten at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 1:57 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Distributor Caps


> All,
>
> I'm interested in getting a replacement cap and wires for my '58 BN4 (and
> my '61 BT7). I'm looking for the type that plug in so that I can more 
> easily
> swap them in and out. (note I currently have the plug in type)
>
> When I go to the Moss website, they say that the plug in caps (#560-125)
> only work on "Late BJ7/BJ8 (25D6 Distributors)".
>
> Question: Were the later distributor caps/distributors a different size
> (i.e. larger diameter) than the early ones?
>
> My apology in advance if this has been previously discussed.
>
> Thanks,
> Phil
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From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Sun Oct  4 17:06:46 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 19:06:46 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Younger Healey owners
Message-ID: <BAY124-W22A8786BD3C7E6BDCC45F2D4D00@phx.gbl>

YES, we need active younger owners!  Both of us being 37, we sometimes find it
difficult to relate to the elder crowd.  Don't get me wrong, most owners are
great people, just we don't have a lot in common.  With the cars costing $$$
now, bring in the kids or grand kids.  Take them to shows.  Let them rally,
gymkhanna, etc.  The AHSTC Harrisburg region tries to do things like go kart
racing and mini golf to bring out the younger bunch.  Buy them a square body
Sprite as a wedding gift, anything!

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."


 		 	   		  
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Sun Oct  4 18:12:35 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 20:12:35 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Younger Healey owners
Message-ID: <20091004.171300.24135.7458@mailpop08.dca.untd.com>

I would say that you have Healeys in common, and that's what really
matters. Age is not important. Most people who belong to any organization
share a common goal or interest. What they do outside the group is not
relevant. I find that many times I have more in common with some of my
younger associates than contemporaries. The important issue is the Marque
and those who share a common interest regardless of age. If we start to
catalog enthusiasts by age or any other attribute, you begin to fragment
the group and lose the ability to operate as a cohesive unity and promote
the Marque. The Healey is ageless as should be its enthusiasts. IMHO.

Doug


> YES, we need active younger owners!  Both of us being 37, we 
> sometimes find it
> difficult to relate to the elder crowd.  Don't get me wrong, most 
> owners are
> great people, just we don't have a lot in common.  With the cars 
> costing $$$
> now, bring in the kids or grand kids.  Take them to shows.  Let them 
> rally,
> gymkhanna, etc.  The AHSTC Harrisburg region tries to do things like 
> go kart
> racing and mini golf to bring out the younger bunch.  Buy them a 
> square body
> Sprite as a wedding gift, anything!
> 
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
> 
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
> 
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
> 
> 1965 MGB 40841
> 
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
> 
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a 
> test
> drive."
> 
> 
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Sun Oct  4 18:43:29 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 17:43:29 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps
In-Reply-To: <BLU144-W68F9B1B4535297B3D909DDBD00@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU144-W68F9B1B4535297B3D909DDBD00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AC94131.7060605@comcast.net>

Think I'd try to determine why the original clamps alone aren't working; beefier 
clamps aren't necessarily the best solution.  Are the pipes out of round?


bs


Dan wrote:
> I have a 1963 BJ7 and am struggling with the clamps where the exhaust enters
> the muffler. Originally I had leaks in this area and decided to try and
> silence the leak. Someone on the list suggested using Stainless Steel plumbing
> repair couplings without the rubber insert. I installed those and reinstalled
> the standard muffler clamps over those. Everything works great except that
> when I start the car the exhaust hits the frame and makes a banging noise.
> When the car is running everything is fine.
> 
>   Having been cursed with being a perfectionist I want to eliminate the
> banging. Does anyone have any suggestions on a good clamp that is wide enough
> to seal the joint, probably 3/4"-1" and has good clamping capacity?
> 
>   On another note, Barrett Jackson Las Vegas is next weekend. Even though the
> prices resemble a Monopoly Game, the bidders are more in tune with Healeys
> than the ones that go to Mecum. Before we succumb to the low prices everyone
> is concerned with, it will be interesting to see what happens next weekend.
> There are currently 4 Healeys to be auctioned.
> 
> Dan Serrao
> 1963 BJ7
> Fountain Hills, AZ

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

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

From mkgoodman at att.net  Sun Oct  4 18:48:38 2009
From: mkgoodman at att.net (Mark Goodman)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 20:48:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Glove Box Lock Assemblies
Message-ID: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>

Good news for those people who are looking for Glove Box Lock Assemblies.  I
was at a car show today and spoke to a gentleman about Healeys, and he
mentioned that he had SEVERAL complete glove box lock assemblies available
(some with keys).  He is not good at emails, but is available via the phone
if you want to contact him.  His name is John Conklin and he lives in
Middletown New York.  His Phone number is:  845-386-2934.  

 

He also has BJ8 Parts and Sprite parts available, but I do not know what
that means, as I have never seen his parts collection.  

 

I have no financial interest in his transactions, just want to help those
who need to find "unobtainium" some relief.

 

Mark Goodman

66 BJ8 35503

www.austinhealeyessence.com

From Editorgary at aol.com  Sun Oct  4 19:14:18 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 21:14:18 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
Message-ID: <d39.58745520.37faa26a@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/3/09 11:59:23 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my 
> E-Type---not
> even close.:)
> 
> No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)
> 
> 
> ---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
> 

That's because your Healey isn't Healey Blue over White... Women go ga-ga 
over that color combination. And while an E-Type was the "ultimate crumpet 
catcher" when we were young and the girls were foolish, just have one of the 
appropriate age for us try to get in over that wide sill and see how 
interested she remains.
Gary

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Sun Oct  4 19:35:56 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:35:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Distributor Caps
In-Reply-To: <000f01ca4542$b5cf4be0$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <c35.63c92589.37fa3bfd@aol.com>
	<000f01ca4542$b5cf4be0$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <00cf01ca455c$2fe205d0$8fa61170$@net>

According to my sources, a cap for a 1969-1975 3.8L Jaguar engine will fit.
Should be able to find them at a Jag dealer.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Mark LaPierre
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 6:34 PM
To: PhilRitten at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Distributor Caps

I tried to do this a couple of years ago and seems to me it was an early
Jag. cap that fit, but expensive.
The later caps are totally different that the DM6 style .

I believe the Nocks came up with a replacement but again,  expensive.
Whats wrong with using the
old style of using the screw in units?

You may have to go with a new after market style distributor to get what you

want here.

Mark


----- Original Message -----
From: <PhilRitten at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 1:57 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Distributor Caps


> All,
>
> I'm interested in getting a replacement cap and wires for my '58 BN4 (and
> my '61 BT7). I'm looking for the type that plug in so that I can more
> easily
> swap them in and out. (note I currently have the plug in type)
>
> When I go to the Moss website, they say that the plug in caps (#560-125)
> only work on "Late BJ7/BJ8 (25D6 Distributors)".
>
> Question: Were the later distributor caps/distributors a different size
> (i.e. larger diameter) than the early ones?
>
> My apology in advance if this has been previously discussed.
>
> Thanks,
> Phil

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Sun Oct  4 19:39:04 2009
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:39:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <d39.58745520.37faa26a@aol.com>
References: <d39.58745520.37faa26a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4AC94E38.1020605@earthlink.net>

I drove the healey over to the local hardware store this afternoon and 
as I was getting out of the car, a lady in the car parked in the next 
spot just said "Sweet!".  I'm sure she was referring to the car. :)

Bob

Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 10/3/09 11:59:23 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
> writes:
> 
> 
>> I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my 
>> E-Type---not
>> even close.:)
>>
>> No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)
>>
>>
>> ---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
>>
> 
> That's because your Healey isn't Healey Blue over White... Women go ga-ga 
> over that color combination. And while an E-Type was the "ultimate crumpet 
> catcher" when we were young and the girls were foolish, just have one of the 
> appropriate age for us try to get in over that wide sill and see how 
> interested she remains.
> Gary
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From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Sun Oct  4 19:50:45 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 21:50:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] younger Healey owners- Facebook
Message-ID: <BAY124-W25538E7B9BBEED9282D50FD4CF0@phx.gbl>

Just another thought (yes it happens sometimes).  Everyone get on Facebook.
Great way to expose your friends, co-workers, family, school mates, etc. to
the Austin Healey through the pictures (AH) and updates you post.


The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."



 		 	   		  
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Oct  4 19:52:52 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 09:52:52 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Younger Healey owners
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W22A8786BD3C7E6BDCC45F2D4D00@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W22A8786BD3C7E6BDCC45F2D4D00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910041852o21317084s7ca181cf94f09500@mail.gmail.com>

I just turned 44 and have had my BJ8 since I was 19.  Even then almost all
Healey owners were older than me.  All I can say is get them into the pub
and you won't be able to keep up!  Usually the older guys have some good
stories!

Most important thing is drive the cars, often.  Been driving my Mk IX daily
for the last few months.... gotta get the chassis swapped on the BJ8.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 7:06 AM, S and T Miller <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>wrote:

> YES, we need active younger owners!  Both of us being 37, we sometimes find
> it
> difficult to relate to the elder crowd.  Don't get me wrong, most owners
> are
> great people, just we don't have a lot in common.  With the cars costing
> $$$
> now, bring in the kids or grand kids.  Take them to shows.  Let them rally,
> gymkhanna, etc.  The AHSTC Harrisburg region tries to do things like go
> kart
> racing and mini golf to bring out the younger bunch.  Buy them a square
> body
> Sprite as a wedding gift, anything!
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."
>
>
>
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Oct  4 20:00:06 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 21:00:06 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <d39.58745520.37faa26a@aol.com>
Message-ID: <20091004210006.2UI0N.113854.root@ispmxfep11-z02>

I'd say it is easier for them to get in an E-Type that a lower Healey, and I can say that with certainty since I have both.  Not sure what an "appropriate" age is, but most E owners are "older" with "older" wives who seem to have no adverse reaction to getting into that beautiful car.

Cheers
tom

---- Editorgary at aol.com wrote: 

=============
In a message dated 10/3/09 11:59:23 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my 
> E-Type---not
> even close.:)
> 
> No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)
> 
> 
> ---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
> 

That's because your Healey isn't Healey Blue over White... Women go ga-ga 
over that color combination. And while an E-Type was the "ultimate crumpet 
catcher" when we were young and the girls were foolish, just have one of the 
appropriate age for us try to get in over that wide sill and see how 
interested she remains.
Gary
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Oct  4 20:04:19 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 21:04:19 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <4AC94E38.1020605@earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <20091004210419.0K542.113924.root@ispmxfep11-z02>

I was in my BJ8----Healey Blue, w/o the white insert BTW, and a woman who was parked next to me said---"magnificient" and said she would get in the other side of her car so as to not hit mine.  

I told her no need for that---:):)
---- Bob Haskell <rchaskell at earthlink.net> wrote: 

=============
I drove the healey over to the local hardware store this afternoon and 
as I was getting out of the car, a lady in the car parked in the next 
spot just said "Sweet!".  I'm sure she was referring to the car. :)

Bob

Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 10/3/09 11:59:23 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
> writes:
> 
> 
>> I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my 
>> E-Type---not
>> even close.:)
>>
>> No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)
>>
>>
>> ---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
>>
> 
> That's because your Healey isn't Healey Blue over White... Women go ga-ga 
> over that color combination. And while an E-Type was the "ultimate crumpet 
> catcher" when we were young and the girls were foolish, just have one of the 
> appropriate age for us try to get in over that wide sill and see how 
> interested she remains.
> Gary
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Oct  4 21:16:20 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 11:16:20 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <20091004210006.2UI0N.113854.root@ispmxfep11-z02>
References: <d39.58745520.37faa26a@aol.com>
	<20091004210006.2UI0N.113854.root@ispmxfep11-z02>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910042016r1d8d07afkac3296c47a98c8ab@mail.gmail.com>

The wide sill on the E-Type has its advantages when micro-mini skirts are
involved, not that I would ever notice such a thing.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:00 AM, Tom Felts <tomfelts at windstream.net> wrote:

> I'd say it is easier for them to get in an E-Type that a lower Healey, and
> I can say that with certainty since I have both.  Not sure what an
> "appropriate" age is, but most E owners are "older" with "older" wives who
> seem to have no adverse reaction to getting into that beautiful car.
>
> Cheers
> tom
>
> ---- Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
>
> =============
> In a message dated 10/3/09 11:59:23 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
> writes:
>
>
> > I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my
> > E-Type---not
> > even close.:)
> >
> > No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)
> >
> >
> > ---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
> >
>
> That's because your Healey isn't Healey Blue over White... Women go ga-ga
> over that color combination. And while an E-Type was the "ultimate crumpet
> catcher" when we were young and the girls were foolish, just have one of
> the
> appropriate age for us try to get in over that wide sill and see how
> interested she remains.
> Gary
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>
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From ghess4 at cox.net  Sun Oct  4 21:30:50 2009
From: ghess4 at cox.net (Ghess4)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 20:30:50 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps
In-Reply-To: <4AC94131.7060605@comcast.net>
References: <BLU144-W68F9B1B4535297B3D909DDBD00@phx.gbl>
	<4AC94131.7060605@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1D25358B99B743C0A94FEAE48AFEB8BC@GalePC>

I have had very good results using band clamps to mate the headers to the 
input to the mufflers.  Here is an example of the ones that seem to do the 
best job for me.
http://www.summitracing.com/search/Department/Exhaust/Section/Clamps/?Ns=Rank%7cAsc
gh
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
To: "Dan" <jobu53 at hotmail.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 5:43 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps


> Think I'd try to determine why the original clamps alone aren't working; 
> beefier clamps aren't necessarily the best solution.  Are the pipes out of 
> round?
>
>
> bs
>
>
> Dan wrote:
>> I have a 1963 BJ7 and am struggling with the clamps where the exhaust 
>> enters
>> the muffler. Originally I had leaks in this area and decided to try and
>> silence the leak. Someone on the list suggested using Stainless Steel 
>> plumbing
>> repair couplings without the rubber insert. I installed those and 
>> reinstalled
>> the standard muffler clamps over those. Everything works great except 
>> that
>> when I start the car the exhaust hits the frame and makes a banging 
>> noise.
>> When the car is running everything is fine.
>>
>>   Having been cursed with being a perfectionist I want to eliminate the
>> banging. Does anyone have any suggestions on a good clamp that is wide 
>> enough
>> to seal the joint, probably 3/4"-1" and has good clamping capacity?
>>
>>   On another note, Barrett Jackson Las Vegas is next weekend. Even though 
>> the
>> prices resemble a Monopoly Game, the bidders are more in tune with 
>> Healeys
>> than the ones that go to Mecum. Before we succumb to the low prices 
>> everyone
>> is concerned with, it will be interesting to see what happens next 
>> weekend.
>> There are currently 4 Healeys to be auctioned.
>>
>> Dan Serrao
>> 1963 BJ7
>> Fountain Hills, AZ
>
> *******************************************************************
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From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Sun Oct  4 21:47:13 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 20:47:13 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] younger Healey owners- Facebook
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W25538E7B9BBEED9282D50FD4CF0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W25538E7B9BBEED9282D50FD4CF0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <471534970910042047m3ab2a267nd8b94289f5c5d1bb@mail.gmail.com>

Yup, I talk to a lot of car folks on Facebook.

It's nice, the signal to noise ratio of the other social networking
sites isn't anywhere near as annoying (e.g. myspace).

Jody

On Sun, Oct 4, 2009 at 6:50 PM, S and T Miller <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>
wrote:
> Just another thought (yes it happens sometimes).  Everyone get on Facebook.
> Great way to expose your friends, co-workers, family, school mates, etc. to
> the Austin Healey through the pictures (AH) and updates you post.
>
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."
>
>
>
>
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1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
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From RonFineEsq at earthlink.net  Sun Oct  4 22:08:10 2009
From: RonFineEsq at earthlink.net (Ron Fine)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 21:08:10 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps
References: <BLU144-W68F9B1B4535297B3D909DDBD00@phx.gbl>
	<4AC94131.7060605@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <E36D47D02897481EAA7041BA8FABBC64@XPS400>

I have often been frustrated trying to get a good seal around the exhaust 
pipe joints.  There is almost always some small leakage.  I read on this 
list many yeas ago a suggestion that has solved that problem.  I use the 
high temp. copper based silicon sealant which I put on the interior mating 
surfaces of the pipe before joining them with clamps.  I then let it set up 
overnight and I have never had any leaks.  It always works for me.

Ron Fine
61BN7
66 MGB

From 55healey at comcast.net  Sun Oct  4 23:02:18 2009
From: 55healey at comcast.net (robert westcott)
Date: Sun, 4 Oct 2009 22:02:18 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] spring clamps
Message-ID: <02E88857-E5AA-4A73-BC7E-56817A9433D2@comcast.net>

Hi list,

I have narrowed a vibration  rattle from  the "U' clamps that hold the  
front of the rear springs together.  I figure they are just worn.  Can  
I shim them, wrap them with old tire tube, rubber bands, electrical  
tape, duct tape or do I have to try and unbolt them and try to tighten  
them up again?

Thanks,

Rob

From grday at btinternet.com  Mon Oct  5 03:00:14 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 10:00:14 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps
References: <BLU144-W68F9B1B4535297B3D909DDBD00@phx.gbl>
	<4AC94131.7060605@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <618387420E7E4283969496ACB90A9DA1@dell330>

Why is there greater movement when the engine is starting?  Have a look at 
the engine mounts?

Find out what part and where it is banging on the floor and adjust the route 
of the system for that point?

The thought of a perfectionist using plumbing gear on a car because the 
correct fittings didn't work for him does have a slight amount of 
Pythonesque humour about it.  <Smile>

Guy R Day

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
To: "Dan" <jobu53 at hotmail.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 1:43 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps


> Think I'd try to determine why the original clamps alone aren't working; 
> beefier clamps aren't necessarily the best solution.  Are the pipes out of 
> round?
>
>
> bs
>
>
> Dan wrote:
>> I have a 1963 BJ7 and am struggling with the clamps where the exhaust 
>> enters
>> the muffler. Originally I had leaks in this area and decided to try and
>> silence the leak. Someone on the list suggested using Stainless Steel 
>> plumbing
>> repair couplings without the rubber insert. I installed those and 
>> reinstalled
>> the standard muffler clamps over those. Everything works great except 
>> that
>> when I start the car the exhaust hits the frame and makes a banging 
>> noise.
>> When the car is running everything is fine.
>>
>>   Having been cursed with being a perfectionist I want to eliminate the
>> banging. Does anyone have any suggestions on a good clamp that is wide 
>> enough
>> to seal the joint, probably 3/4"-1" and has good clamping capacity?
>>
>>   On another note, Barrett Jackson Las Vegas is next weekend. Even though 
>> the
>> prices resemble a Monopoly Game, the bidders are more in tune with 
>> Healeys
>> than the ones that go to Mecum. Before we succumb to the low prices 
>> everyone
>> is concerned with, it will be interesting to see what happens next 
>> weekend.
>> There are currently 4 Healeys to be auctioned.
>>
>> Dan Serrao
>> 1963 BJ7
>> Fountain Hills, AZ
>
> *******************************************************************
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>
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Oct  5 06:41:10 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 7:41:10 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910042016r1d8d07afkac3296c47a98c8ab@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20091005074110.SJESZ.119945.root@ispmxfep10-z02>

A definite advantage there Alan!!:):)


---- Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote: 

=============
The wide sill on the E-Type has its advantages when micro-mini skirts are
involved, not that I would ever notice such a thing.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:00 AM, Tom Felts <tomfelts at windstream.net> wrote:

> I'd say it is easier for them to get in an E-Type that a lower Healey, and
> I can say that with certainty since I have both.  Not sure what an
> "appropriate" age is, but most E owners are "older" with "older" wives who
> seem to have no adverse reaction to getting into that beautiful car.
>
> Cheers
> tom
>
> ---- Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
>
> =============
> In a message dated 10/3/09 11:59:23 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
> writes:
>
>
> > I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my
> > E-Type---not
> > even close.:)
> >
> > No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)
> >
> >
> > ---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
> >
>
> That's because your Healey isn't Healey Blue over White... Women go ga-ga
> over that color combination. And while an E-Type was the "ultimate crumpet
> catcher" when we were young and the girls were foolish, just have one of
> the
> appropriate age for us try to get in over that wide sill and see how
> interested she remains.
> Gary
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>
> You are subscribed as tomfelts at windstream.net
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From bluehealey at googlemail.com  Mon Oct  5 08:00:43 2009
From: bluehealey at googlemail.com (Alan Bromfield)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 15:00:43 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 Glazing technique
Message-ID: <40e0020d0910050700g5bcac132p71d78efac5a2df6f@mail.gmail.com>

Team.
Some guidance if you will.
I recall discussions in the past regarding how to fit the glass into the
frame on a 100-6.  Archive searches haven't revealed anything so I am
risking the wrath by asking for an update.

My frame has been re-chromed, the corner brackets have been cleaned and
replated and I have a full set of new countersunk screws.  It all goes
together nicely.  New glass and rubber glazing kit has been obtained so I am
about good to go.  My starter questions to kick things off:-
Do I cut the square 'packing' rubber into four seperate pieces or does it
wrap inside the channel and over the brackets in one piece?
Similarly, do I cut the flat glazing tape into 4 pieces with mitred corners
or should that be wrapped around in one piece, trimming the excess in the
corners as we go?
Finally I recall a tip in earlier threads that advised painting the rubber
with fuel after assembly to cause it to shrink before finally trimming of
the excess.  Is that correct a figment of my imagination?
Thanks all.
  __________________________________________
(______________  Alan Bromfield  _______________)
       (______     \____1957-BN4____/    _______)
                 (_________________________)

From grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net  Mon Oct  5 08:01:35 2009
From: grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net (Jerry Costanzo)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 07:01:35 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes
Message-ID: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>

I have been asked by the speedometer repair place if I want the Odometer
re-set to 0.  The current mileage on the car is listed at about 59000 as per
the DMV, but the car has just been restored.

What do the rest of you do with your Speedometer/Odometers?

Jerry
BJ8

From scvc70 at epix.net  Mon Oct  5 08:08:40 2009
From: scvc70 at epix.net (Carr&Edwards)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 10:08:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone looking for healey literature? at the Hershey
 Fall AACA meet
References: <BAY104-W42F07FDBA11568AE62FBD4C5D00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <A6A824AE252A4B0C9EAE4662FE533B3F@computer624080>

And if you're in the Chocolate Field looking for Jim, come on down to the 
south side of the field and stop and see us at   CU 40 - 41   (British flag 
overhead).  Miscellaneous British (MG & Healey) stuff.

Also, this is your last chance to see the "Sports Car in America" exhibit at 
the AACA Museum (just north of the flea market, on Rt. 39).  Alas, only 2 
Healeys (a Sprite and a Nash-Healey) but a really wide assortment of 
vehicles [list at www.aacamuseum.org/exhibitions].  There's also a great 
exhibit of competition motorcycles, 1908-present, for those of you who like 
2 wheels as well as 4.

Sarah Carr (BN1)
and
Durl Edwards (MGC)




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Lesher" <cleona44 at hotmail.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, October 03, 2009 9:33 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone looking for healey literature? at the Hershey Fall 
AACA meet


> If you are looking for any healey literature and will be attending the 
> AACA
> Fall meet next week Oct 7 to 11. Please send me a note as to what you 
> need, I
> may have it? I will be at The Chocolate North Field spaces CAZ 1-7 on Wed 
> and
> Sat weather permitting. I have a number of Healey,Silverstone, Sprite, and
> Austin Healey, sales pieces, handbooks, parts books and workshop manuals. 
> You
> name it and I may have it? Several unusual items - "S" folders - originals 
> and
> repos, S Disc Brake booklet, and the  M Tuning booklet, to name a few.

From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Mon Oct  5 08:15:52 2009
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 07:15:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!
In-Reply-To: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>
References: <4AC569D2.3010406@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D0341FDD4@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Yes, I saw it and as a follower of So. Cal Healey racing history was
very interested. It doesn't quite jive with information on the Pink
Elephant that I have heard and what Ron Yates used to tell me. Go to
Tam's race car site and look up Pink Elephant. It seems to me Pink
Elephant #2 or a evolution of #2. Not sure.
Ken Freese

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Sales at " Just
Brits "
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 7:48 PM
To: 4 - Healeys
Subject: [Healeys] BN - 1 !!!!!!!!!!!

Surprised nobody has found/mentioned THIS!!!!

*http://tinyurl.com/yecx9bh
*
Or

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-BN1-Devin-Austin-Healey-BN-
1-Vintage-Race-Hot-Rod-SCCA-MG_W0QQitemZ400075288822QQcategoryZ6023QQcmd
ZViewItem?rvr_id=&target=Gadget_KW&vertical={}&origin=carandclassic.co.u
k&keyword=austin+healey+bugeye&creative_id=12445062412803142081&adgroup_
id=4771778226532069329

YIKES !!!!

Happy bidding <G>!!  And will someone please find either the brake or
clutch pedal <VBG>?!?!?

Ed
_

From f9cougar at yahoo.com  Mon Oct  5 08:21:40 2009
From: f9cougar at yahoo.com (john close)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 07:21:40 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] younger Healey owners- Facebook
In-Reply-To: <471534970910042047m3ab2a267nd8b94289f5c5d1bb@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <883981.47701.qm@web112013.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Good idea. I'm on it too. Haven't explored the Healey aspect, yet - JRC

--- On Sun, 10/4/09, Jody Kerr <jodyfkerr at gmail.com> wrote:


From: Jody Kerr <jodyfkerr at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] younger Healey owners- Facebook
To: "S and T Miller" <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Sunday, October 4, 2009, 8:47 PM


Yup, I talk to a lot of car folks on Facebook.

It's nice, the signal to noise ratio of the other social networking
sites isn't anywhere near as annoying (e.g. myspace).

Jody

On Sun, Oct 4, 2009 at 6:50 PM, S and T Miller <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>
wrote:
> Just another thought (yes it happens sometimes).  Everyone get on Facebook.
> Great way to expose your friends, co-workers, family, school mates, etc. to
> the Austin Healey through the pictures (AH) and updates you post.
>
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."
>
>
>
>
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1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Oct  5 08:27:53 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:27:53 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes
In-Reply-To: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
References: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <4ACA0269.8050102@comcast.net>

Keep it at the correct value (59K).

Not sure, but I think it's illegal--at least in CA--to change an odometer 
reading.  I'd have to wonder about your speedo shop (who are they, BTW?).


bs


Jerry Costanzo wrote:
> I have been asked by the speedometer repair place if I want the Odometer
> re-set to 0.  The current mileage on the car is listed at about 59000 as per
> the DMV, but the car has just been restored.
> 
> What do the rest of you do with your Speedometer/Odometers?
> 
> Jerry
> BJ8

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

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

From f9cougar at yahoo.com  Mon Oct  5 08:30:48 2009
From: f9cougar at yahoo.com (john close)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 07:30:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Risky Crumpet Catcher
Message-ID: <989538.1046.qm@web112016.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Please don't take this the wrong way, but once I drove my BN6 onto the high
school campus where I teach. The too-young women were all over it. They may
not have known what it was, but that didn't seem to matter. Guess I should be
glad I didn't drive an E-Type that day. - JRC

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 08:33:20 2009
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (Tom)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 10:33:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes
In-Reply-To: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
References: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0910050733n6f1b80ccj96fe8db025f574c4@mail.gmail.com>

Jerry,

If you believe the 59000 miles is accurate, I would keep it as is.
>From the viewpoint of selling it, a known mileage is much better than
"True Mileage Unknown".   And your car has relatively low mileage on
it.

- Tom


On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:01 AM, Jerry Costanzo
<grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net> wrote:
> I have been asked by the speedometer repair place if I want the Odometer
> re-set to 0.  The current mileage on the car is listed at about 59000 as
per
> the DMV, but the car has just been restored.
>
> What do the rest of you do with your Speedometer/Odometers?
>
> Jerry
> BJ8
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Mon Oct  5 08:51:47 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:51:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes
In-Reply-To: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
References: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <4ACA0803.70005@pacbell.net>

I kept mine with the original mileage.  But I also had the advantage of 
buying it from the original owner and it had relatively low mileage with 
58,026 on the the clock, almost like yours.

Be sure to have the speedo shop adjust it for any changes you have 
made.  I'm running Lempert gears and 205/65 tires which makes huge 
difference from stock gears and tires.

Bill
'53 BN1M

PS:  I love your email addy!

Jerry Costanzo wrote:
> I have been asked by the speedometer repair place if I want the Odometer
> re-set to 0.  The current mileage on the car is listed at about 59000 as per
> the DMV, but the car has just been restored.
>
> What do the rest of you do with your Speedometer/Odometers?
>
> Jerry
> BJ8

From amalin at mac.com  Mon Oct  5 08:52:40 2009
From: amalin at mac.com (Al Malin)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 10:52:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes
In-Reply-To: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
References: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <AA66401C-F026-4AA0-8CD3-6D339293F4CE@mac.com>

The PO reset it to zero when he completed the restoration.  Can't say  
I ever minded that he did this, even though I don't know the car's  
total mileage. If it had not gone though a total restoration I would  
like it to read original miles.

Al Malin
Tricarb



On Oct 5, 2009, at 10:01 AM, Jerry Costanzo wrote:

> I have been asked by the speedometer repair place if I want the  
> Odometer
> re-set to 0.  The current mileage on the car is listed at about  
> 59000 as per
> the DMV, but the car has just been restored.
>
> What do the rest of you do with your Speedometer/Odometers?
>
> Jerry
> BJ8
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 09:04:41 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 08:04:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes
In-Reply-To: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
References: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <173126440910050804g78eb297dl96063dbf120621da@mail.gmail.com>

I reset mine to zero and regretted it. If you have an original
low mileage car and not one with 159K, (I guess that would be low too after
all these years) I would keep the 59K. PLus I never wrote down
the mileage on the speedo, so don't really know..... Believe me that was the
least of my concerns back then. I was still hunting through boxes looking
for all the parts that were supposed to be there....

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 7:01 AM, Jerry Costanzo <grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net>wrote:

> I have been asked by the speedometer repair place if I want the Odometer
> re-set to 0.  The current mileage on the car is listed at about 59000 as
> per
> the DMV, but the car has just been restored.
>
> What do the rest of you do with your Speedometer/Odometers?
>
> Jerry
> BJ8
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From grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net  Mon Oct  5 08:34:48 2009
From: grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net (Jerry Costanzo)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 07:34:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes
References: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
	<4ACA0269.8050102@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <48E8F4DD439D4CA9B8C8FFCE42B29DA1@cardinalhealth.net>

The shop is not pushing to reset, but apparently they get asked to do it a 
lot.  They even have a form that you must sign authorizing them to make any 
changes.  I have always kept the odometer at the current setting.

Jerry


> Keep it at the correct value (59K).
>
> Not sure, but I think it's illegal--at least in CA--to change an odometer 
> reading.  I'd have to wonder about your speedo shop (who are they, BTW?).
>
>
> bs
>
>
> Jerry Costanzo wrote:
>> I have been asked by the speedometer repair place if I want the Odometer
>> re-set to 0.  The current mileage on the car is listed at about 59000 as 
>> per
>> the DMV, but the car has just been restored.
>>
>> What do the rest of you do with your Speedometer/Odometers?
>>
>> Jerry
>> BJ8

From 1968xke at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 09:20:59 2009
From: 1968xke at gmail.com (Randall Harris)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 08:20:59 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910042016r1d8d07afkac3296c47a98c8ab@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d39.58745520.37faa26a@aol.com>
	<20091004210006.2UI0N.113854.root@ispmxfep11-z02> 
	<ff59076c0910042016r1d8d07afkac3296c47a98c8ab@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <82e6c8990910050820o26d87924s2cfafa9df64faf89@mail.gmail.com>

Interesting conversation here.  My 2 cents:  Being the proud (and sometimes
frustrated) owner of both cars - a lovely '66 BJ8 (H Blue/OEW) and a killer
Euro-spec (covered headlight, triple SU) '68 E-type OTS (red/tan of course),
I can state with 100% certainty that neither car is the crumpet catcher that
they used to be. Perhaps this happens to have something to do with the
fellow behind the wheel. But, of the two cars, the Healey attracts more fond
attention from ladies than the Jag.  Older guys (like me) love the Jag and
will drool when they get too close, women just stare and quietly think, in a
most Freudian way, what kind of personal inadequacies the owner must have to
drive a 14 foot penis on California public highways. :>)
Yours truly,
Randy Harris

On Sun, Oct 4, 2009 at 8:16 PM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:

> The wide sill on the E-Type has its advantages when micro-mini skirts are
> involved, not that I would ever notice such a thing.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:00 AM, Tom Felts <tomfelts at windstream.net>
> wrote:
>
> > I'd say it is easier for them to get in an E-Type that a lower Healey,
> and
> > I can say that with certainty since I have both.  Not sure what an
> > "appropriate" age is, but most E owners are "older" with "older" wives
> who
> > seem to have no adverse reaction to getting into that beautiful car.
> >
> > Cheers
> > tom
> >
> > ---- Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
> >
> > =============
> > In a message dated 10/3/09 11:59:23 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
> > writes:
> >
> >
> > > I LOVE my Healey, but it is NOT nearly a "lady catcher" as my
> > > E-Type---not
> > > even close.:)
> > >
> > > No---I'm not trying to "catch" any:):)
> > >
> > >
> > > ---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
> > >
> >
> > That's because your Healey isn't Healey Blue over White... Women go ga-ga
> > over that color combination. And while an E-Type was the "ultimate
> crumpet
> > catcher" when we were young and the girls were foolish, just have one of
> > the
> > appropriate age for us try to get in over that wide sill and see how
> > interested she remains.
> > Gary
> > Healeys at autox.team.net
> > http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
> >
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From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Mon Oct  5 09:29:50 2009
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Steve=20B.=20Gerow?=)
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:29:50 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?spring_clamps?=
Message-ID: <20091005152950.6329.qmail@hoster902.com>

>Rob wrote:
>I have narrowed a vibration  rattle from  the "U' clamps that hold the  
>front of the rear springs together.  I figure they are just worn.  Can  
>I shim them, wrap them with old tire tube, rubber bands, electrical  
>tape, duct tape or do I have to try and unbolt them and try to tighten  
>them up again?

I had the same problem and made shims out of 1" wide aluminum strips purchased from a home center. Forget whether the aluminum was 1/16 or 1/8 thick.

I shimmed the 'u' part of the clamp to make it snug against the spring. The 1" is wide enough to bend the edges over to keep the shim from slipping off the clamp.

This was on brand-new Daur springs.

-- 
Steve Gerow
BN6

From pieters at pt.lu  Mon Oct  5 09:43:55 2009
From: pieters at pt.lu (Pieter and Linda)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:43:55 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] sc parts shrouds
Message-ID: <64E3FC38-D5F4-47EA-98EB-422C3369A930@pt.lu>

The latest Octane mag arrived today with an advert from SC Parts. They  
are advertising front or rear shrouds for 468 pounds!! This is less  
than a third of the price being charged by some of the other well  
known parts suppliers. Has anybody had any experience with these  
panels for fit and thickness?  As my Grandfather used to say " if it  
seems too good to be true, it probably is"
cheers
Pieter

From simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk  Tue Oct  6 10:14:40 2009
From: simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk (Simon Lachlan)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 17:14:40 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] sc parts shrouds
In-Reply-To: <64E3FC38-D5F4-47EA-98EB-422C3369A930@pt.lu>
References: <64E3FC38-D5F4-47EA-98EB-422C3369A930@pt.lu>
Message-ID: <001701ca46a0$1b9f5920$52de0b60$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>

You got me quite excited! They show a BT7 Rear Shroud at +/- #1890:00. Were
you looking at the repair panels?
Simon

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Pieter and Linda
Sent: 05 October 2009 16:44
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Healeys] sc parts shrouds

The latest Octane mag arrived today with an advert from SC Parts. They
are advertising front or rear shrouds for 468 pounds!! This is less
than a third of the price being charged by some of the other well
known parts suppliers. Has anybody had any experience with these
panels for fit and thickness?  As my Grandfather used to say " if it
seems too good to be true, it probably is"
cheers
Pieter
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From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Mon Oct  5 10:17:09 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 12:17:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes
In-Reply-To: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
References: <76CD1191A9EC412686E1EF3F01C64B0F@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <008c01ca45d7$4aa28310$dfe78930$@rr.com>

When I bought my BJ8, the odometer was at 51,788 but was not working.  Not
knowing what the actual mileage was, I repaired the instrument myself (found
the parts lying in the bottom of the case) and reset the odometer to zero.
In North Carolina, on cars over a certain age mileage is not an issue.
The odometer now reads 99,632.

If there is no legal requirement to comply with, do what you want.  I
preferred to know how many of the miles on the clock were mine.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Jerry Costanzo
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 10:02 AM
To: healeys at Autox.Team.Net
Subject: [Healeys] Odometer changes

I have been asked by the speedometer repair place if I want the Odometer
re-set to 0.  The current mileage on the car is listed at about 59000 as per
the DMV, but the car has just been restored.

What do the rest of you do with your Speedometer/Odometers?

Jerry
BJ8

From lists at brits-n-pieces.com  Mon Oct  5 10:43:51 2009
From: lists at brits-n-pieces.com (Eric Frenken)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 18:43:51 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
References: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
Message-ID: <010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>

Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be exact, it
is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.

What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to make
this work?

All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.

Eric

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Oct  5 11:02:52 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:02:52 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <82e6c8990910050820o26d87924s2cfafa9df64faf89@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d39.58745520.37faa26a@aol.com>
	<20091004210006.2UI0N.113854.root@ispmxfep11-z02>  
Message-ID: <BAY112-W334A9AB28320083A4D4132B8CF0@phx.gbl>

:)

My other cars are Spridgets.  One guy on the spridgets list says he tells
people that it is a reverse compensation thing that makes him drive such a
small car.  I forget his exact words; he said it better than that.

I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much prefer
the feminine body of the Healey.  ( Hips and headlights )



> From: 1968xke at gmail.com
>
> Interesting conversation here. My 2 cents: Being the proud (and sometimes
> frustrated) owner of both cars - a lovely '66 BJ8 (H Blue/OEW) and a killer
> Euro-spec (covered headlight, triple SU) '68 E-type OTS (red/tan of
course),
> I can state with 100% certainty that neither car is the crumpet catcher
that
> they used to be. Perhaps this happens to have something to do with the
> fellow behind the wheel. But, of the two cars, the Healey attracts more
fond
> attention from ladies than the Jag. Older guys (like me) love the Jag and
> will drool when they get too close, women just stare and quietly think, in
a
> most Freudian way, what kind of personal inadequacies the owner must have
to
> drive a 14 foot penis on California public highways. :>)
> Yours truly,
> Randy Harris

From pieters at pt.lu  Mon Oct  5 11:16:36 2009
From: pieters at pt.lu (Pieter and Linda)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 19:16:36 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] sc parts shrouds
In-Reply-To: <001701ca46a0$1b9f5920$52de0b60$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>
References: <64E3FC38-D5F4-47EA-98EB-422C3369A930@pt.lu>
	<001701ca46a0$1b9f5920$52de0b60$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>
Message-ID: <415DEAF9-DA99-46A9-9614-155A57818E9E@pt.lu>

No. centre of page 203 in the November Octane mag. " Bonnet, plain or
louvred. All shrouds, front or rear, BN1 to BJ8  468 pounds each"
On 06/10/2009, at 6:14 PM, Simon Lachlan wrote:

> You got me quite excited! They show a BT7 Rear Shroud at +/-
> #1890:00. Were
> you looking at the repair panels?
> Simon
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
> ]
> On Behalf Of Pieter and Linda
> Sent: 05 October 2009 16:44
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] sc parts shrouds
>
> The latest Octane mag arrived today with an advert from SC Parts. They
> are advertising front or rear shrouds for 468 pounds!! This is less
> than a third of the price being charged by some of the other well
> known parts suppliers. Has anybody had any experience with these
> panels for fit and thickness?  As my Grandfather used to say " if it
> seems too good to be true, it probably is"
> cheers
> Pieter
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 11:17:49 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 10:17:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] sc parts shrouds
In-Reply-To: <64E3FC38-D5F4-47EA-98EB-422C3369A930@pt.lu>
References: <64E3FC38-D5F4-47EA-98EB-422C3369A930@pt.lu>
Message-ID: <173126440910051017p14b67e62g8cd9fc38232e5d9@mail.gmail.com>

My understanding from visiting them in 1980 was that they bought the
original bucks for the the body panels when production shut down. They
claimed to have the most original body panels. Any care to confirm or deny?Ira
Erbs
BT7

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 8:43 AM, Pieter and Linda <pieters at pt.lu> wrote:

> The latest Octane mag arrived today with an advert from SC Parts. They are
> advertising front or rear shrouds for 468 pounds!! This is less than a third
> of the price being charged by some of the other well known parts suppliers.
> Has anybody had any experience with these panels for fit and thickness?  As
> my Grandfather used to say " if it seems too good to be true, it probably
> is"
> cheers
> Pieter
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From quenty at ntelos.net  Mon Oct  5 11:19:38 2009
From: quenty at ntelos.net (Quentin Schweninger)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 13:19:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys]  HCrumpet Catchers
References: <1E1E233D-BE6A-416C-ACA3-1F5AD05EAB88@ntelos.net>
Message-ID: <6E0E9796-5D14-4279-98FE-A9FC119D642A@ntelos.net>

Begin forwarded message:

From: Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net>
Date: October 5, 2009 12:37:00 PM EDT
To: To: Randall Harris <1968xke at gmail.com>, Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net 
 >
Subject: Fwd: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers




Randall,
There are many 5-6 Ft. Penis' driving on CA. freeways and streets.  
Usually In a BMW. We refer to them with a slightly different name.

Dave and Daisy
BN7 ll
64 3.8 FHC
61 Bugeye

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Oct  5 11:26:05 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:26:05 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W334A9AB28320083A4D4132B8CF0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <271066770.283111254763565674.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Isn't there a George Thoroughgood song that refers to a cutie with "a body like an Austin-Healey chassis?" 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 


:) 

My other cars are Spridgets. One guy on the spridgets list says he tells 
people that it is a reverse compensation thing that makes him drive such a 
small car. I forget his exact words; he said it better than that. 

I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much prefer 
the feminine body of the Healey. ( Hips and headlights ) 



> From: 1968xke at gmail.com 
> 
> Interesting conversation here. My 2 cents: Being the proud (and sometimes 
> frustrated) owner of both cars - a lovely '66 BJ8 (H Blue/OEW) and a killer 
> Euro-spec (covered headlight, triple SU) '68 E-type OTS (red/tan of 
course), 
> I can state with 100% certainty that neither car is the crumpet catcher 
that 
> they used to be. Perhaps this happens to have something to do with the 
> fellow behind the wheel. But, of the two cars, the Healey attracts more 
fond 
> attention from ladies than the Jag. Older guys (like me) love the Jag and 
> will drool when they get too close, women just stare and quietly think, in 
a 
> most Freudian way, what kind of personal inadequacies the owner must have 
to 
> drive a 14 foot penis on California public highways. :>) 
> Yours truly, 
> Randy Harris 

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Oct  5 11:32:17 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 13:32:17 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <6E0E9796-5D14-4279-98FE-A9FC119D642A@ntelos.net>
Message-ID: <20091005123217.2OG8E.109554.root@ispmxfep10-z01>

Oh S**t---we have a 545I AND an E-Type.  Guess we are real---"well---U-know":):)

Tom

---- Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net> wrote: 

=============
Begin forwarded message:

From: Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net>
Date: October 5, 2009 12:37:00 PM EDT
To: To: Randall Harris <1968xke at gmail.com>, Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net 
 >
Subject: Fwd: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers




Randall,
There are many 5-6 Ft. Penis' driving on CA. freeways and streets.  
Usually In a BMW. We refer to them with a slightly different name.

Dave and Daisy
BN7 ll
64 3.8 FHC
61 Bugeye
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Oct  5 11:45:56 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:45:56 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <6E0E9796-5D14-4279-98FE-A9FC119D642A@ntelos.net>
References: <1E1E233D-BE6A-416C-ACA3-1F5AD05EAB88@ntelos.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W22C6EB2BF20F9C5EF6F7CB8CF0@phx.gbl>

Ah!  The old "What's the difference between a < insert car name here > and a
porcupine?  A <car name> has the pricks on the inside."

> From: quenty at ntelos.net
>
> Randall,
> There are many 5-6 Ft. Penis' driving on CA. freeways and streets.
> Usually In a BMW. We refer to them with a slightly different name.
>
> Dave and Daisy
> BN7 ll
> 64 3.8 FHC
> 61 Bugeye

From rahosmer at citlink.net  Mon Oct  5 11:53:29 2009
From: rahosmer at citlink.net (Richard Hosmer)
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:53:29 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <6E0E9796-5D14-4279-98FE-A9FC119D642A@ntelos.net>
Message-ID: <C6EF80A9.1B196%rahosmer@citlink.net>

D&D,

Rhymes with chicks, right?

I've seen a few on the road too!   :-)

Dick Hosmer
62 Tricarb - upper Sacramento Valley

From quenty at ntelos.net  Mon Oct  5 11:56:47 2009
From: quenty at ntelos.net (Quentin Schweninger)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 13:56:47 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <C6EF80A9.1B196%rahosmer@citlink.net>
References: <C6EF80A9.1B196%rahosmer@citlink.net>
Message-ID: <D168360C-4902-4350-B62D-B7E1910AA817@ntelos.net>

Right!

D&D


On Oct 5, 2009, at 1:53 PM, Richard Hosmer wrote:

D&D,

Rhymes with chicks, right?

I've seen a few on the road too!   :-)

Dick Hosmer
62 Tricarb - upper Sacramento Valley

From autofarm at cyg.net  Mon Oct  5 12:02:00 2009
From: autofarm at cyg.net (Bob Yule)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 14:02:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
References: <271066770.283111254763565674.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <7987C2126D7A4E4ABDE11A296414D02F@OFFICE>

    That would be Lu-anne.  "She's sassy, she's classy, she's put together 
like an Austin Healey chassis".  Don't ask.....
Cheers.......Bob
Check out our web site www.autofarm.net
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
To: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 1:26 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers


> Isn't there a George Thoroughgood song that refers to a cutie with "a body 
> like an Austin-Healey chassis?"
>
>
> bs
>
> -------------------------------- 
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
> :)
>
> My other cars are Spridgets. One guy on the spridgets list says he tells
> people that it is a reverse compensation thing that makes him drive such a
> small car. I forget his exact words; he said it better than that.
>
> I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much 
> prefer
> the feminine body of the Healey. ( Hips and headlights )
>
>
>
>> From: 1968xke at gmail.com
>>
>> Interesting conversation here. My 2 cents: Being the proud (and sometimes
>> frustrated) owner of both cars - a lovely '66 BJ8 (H Blue/OEW) and a 
>> killer
>> Euro-spec (covered headlight, triple SU) '68 E-type OTS (red/tan of
> course),
>> I can state with 100% certainty that neither car is the crumpet catcher
> that
>> they used to be. Perhaps this happens to have something to do with the
>> fellow behind the wheel. But, of the two cars, the Healey attracts more
> fond
>> attention from ladies than the Jag. Older guys (like me) love the Jag and
>> will drool when they get too close, women just stare and quietly think, 
>> in
> a
>> most Freudian way, what kind of personal inadequacies the owner must have
> to
>> drive a 14 foot penis on California public highways. :>)
>> Yours truly,
>> Randy Harris
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 12:10:36 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 11:10:36 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <271066770.283111254763565674.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <BAY112-W334A9AB28320083A4D4132B8CF0@phx.gbl>
	<271066770.283111254763565674.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <173126440910051110i7f5269bfm9175456a84e01a23@mail.gmail.com>

just did  a pretty extensive on line lyric search and nothing with austin
healey in the lyrics.did find from a gal named Scout Niblett (really) the
following lyrics
"Take me, summer
I want you, take me
partial burg
I want
take me to it now
red/black roadster
top down faster now
and she said o?=ito?=s in my name
and Io?=ll take it to my graveo?= "

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:26 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

> Isn't there a George Thoroughgood song that refers to a cutie with "a body
> like an Austin-Healey chassis?"
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
> :)
>
> My other cars are Spridgets. One guy on the spridgets list says he tells
> people that it is a reverse compensation thing that makes him drive such a
> small car. I forget his exact words; he said it better than that.
>
> I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much
> prefer
> the feminine body of the Healey. ( Hips and headlights )
>
>
>
> > From: 1968xke at gmail.com
> >
> > Interesting conversation here. My 2 cents: Being the proud (and sometimes
> > frustrated) owner of both cars - a lovely '66 BJ8 (H Blue/OEW) and a
> killer
> > Euro-spec (covered headlight, triple SU) '68 E-type OTS (red/tan of
> course),
> > I can state with 100% certainty that neither car is the crumpet catcher
> that
> > they used to be. Perhaps this happens to have something to do with the
> > fellow behind the wheel. But, of the two cars, the Healey attracts more
> fond
> > attention from ladies than the Jag. Older guys (like me) love the Jag and
> > will drool when they get too close, women just stare and quietly think,
> in
> a
> > most Freudian way, what kind of personal inadequacies the owner must have
> to
> > drive a 14 foot penis on California public highways. :>)
> > Yours truly,
> > Randy Harris
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Oct  5 12:52:10 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 18:52:10 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <7987C2126D7A4E4ABDE11A296414D02F@OFFICE>
Message-ID: <1050511534.323771254768730109.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Healey: 1 
E-Type: 0 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



That would be Lu-anne. "She's sassy, she's classy, she's put together 
like an Austin Healey chassis". Don't ask..... 
Cheers.......Bob 
Check out our web site www.autofarm.net 



> Isn't there a George Thoroughgood song that refers to a cutie with "a body 
> like an Austin-Healey chassis?" 
> 
> 
> bs 

From pyoas at yahoo.com  Mon Oct  5 12:57:53 2009
From: pyoas at yahoo.com (Patrick Yoas)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 11:57:53 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
Message-ID: <113620.91904.qm@web112512.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Eric,
I used to have 100-6 engines bored to std. 3000 piston sizes with no
problems.
I believe they were bored out to about .125 to acheive this.
Patrick
 
From: "Eric Frenken" <lists at brits-n-pieces.com>
Subject: [Healeys]
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be exact, it
is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.

What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to make
this work?

All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.

Eric

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Oct  5 12:59:28 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 18:59:28 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <173126440910051110i7f5269bfm9175456a84e01a23@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <961083057.327141254769168427.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

http://www.lyricstime.com/george-thorogood-and-the-destroyers-miss-luann-lyri
cs.html

--------------------------------
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA


just did a pretty extensive on line lyric search and nothing with austin
healey in the lyrics.
did find from a gal named Scout Niblett (really) the following lyrics
" Take me, summer
I want you, take me
partial burg
I want
take me to it now
red/black roadster
top down faster now
and she said o?=ito?=s in my name
and Io?=ll take it to my graveo?= "


On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:26 AM, Bob Spidell < bspidell at comcast.net > wrote:


Isn't there a George Thoroughgood song that refers to a cutie with "a body
like an Austin-Healey chassis?"


bs

--------------------------------
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA


:)

From irishtom79 at yahoo.com  Mon Oct  5 13:02:40 2009
From: irishtom79 at yahoo.com (Tom McCabe)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 12:02:40 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <173126440910051110i7f5269bfm9175456a84e01a23@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <799570.76353.qm@web45414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Here you
go.http://www.lyricstime.com/george-thorogood-and-the-destroyers-miss-luann-l
yrics.html

--- On Mon, 10/5/09, I Erbs <eyera3 at gmail.com> wrote:

From: I Erbs <eyera3 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
To: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, October 5, 2009, 2:10 PM

just did  a pretty extensive on line lyric search and nothing with austin
healey in the lyrics.did find from a gal named Scout Niblett (really) the
following lyrics
"Take me, summer
I want you, take me
partial burg
I want
take me to it now
red/black roadster
top down faster now
and she said o?=ito?=s in my name
and Io?=ll take it to my graveo?= "

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:26 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

> Isn't there a George Thoroughgood song that refers to a cutie with "a body
> like an Austin-Healey chassis?"
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
> :)
>
> My other cars are Spridgets. One guy on the spridgets list says he tells
> people that it is a reverse compensation thing that makes him drive such a
> small car. I forget his exact words; he said it better than that.
>
> I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much
> prefer
> the feminine body of the Healey. ( Hips and headlights )
>
>
>
> > From: 1968xke at gmail.com
> >
> > Interesting conversation here. My 2 cents: Being the proud (and sometimes
> > frustrated) owner of both cars - a lovely '66 BJ8 (H Blue/OEW) and a
> killer
> > Euro-spec (covered headlight, triple SU) '68 E-type OTS (red/tan of
> course),
> > I can state with 100% certainty that neither car is the crumpet catcher
> that
> > they used to be. Perhaps this happens to have something to do with the
> > fellow behind the wheel. But, of the two cars, the Healey attracts more
> fond
> > attention from ladies than the Jag. Older guys (like me) love the Jag and
> > will drool when they get too close, women just stare and quietly think,
> in
> a
> > most Freudian way, what kind of personal inadequacies the owner must have
> to
> > drive a 14 foot penis on California public highways. :>)
> > Yours truly,
> > Randy Harris
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Mon Oct  5 13:13:57 2009
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 15:13:57 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
References: <271066770.283111254763565674.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <19DE142C66B7439A83E552C5DD4C791E@your4dacd0ea75>

Sun shinin' bright blue skies up above
Strollin' through the city of brotherly love
Yeah, Third and South where she hangs out
When she strolls by all the fellas call and shout for her

I cut across the street, her eyes don't meet
She strolls by, she don't give me the eye
She don't turn her head
Yeah, she's sassy, she's brassy, above all she's classy
She's put together like an Austin Healy chassis with a tan
She's always grand
Talkin' bout Luann

She's alright alone, she don't need company
Miss Luann never, ever, ever looks twice at me
I don't turn her head
Yeah, she ain't been to college
But she's been to school
And she knows how to wear those FM shoes
Yes, she can
I'd give a grand
Just to meet Luann
Woo

At the weekend dance she shows up late
The fellas stand around, they just can't wait for her
Yeah, but they ain't got a chance
She don't give them a glance
Don't you know Luann is just too cool too dance
Too bad
Talkin' bout Louann




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
To: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 1:26 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers


> Isn't there a George Thoroughgood song that refers to a cutie with "a body 
> like an Austin-Healey chassis?"
>
>
> bs

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Mon Oct  5 13:18:36 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:18:36 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Engine color paint
Message-ID: <F487BA0689FE490880363E9505C5A99F@tm>

Hello,

 

Does anyone have the recipe for the engine color mixture?

 

Best, Tadek

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 13:25:58 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 12:25:58 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] sc parts shrouds
In-Reply-To: <415DEAF9-DA99-46A9-9614-155A57818E9E@pt.lu>
References: <64E3FC38-D5F4-47EA-98EB-422C3369A930@pt.lu>
	<415DEAF9-DA99-46A9-9614-155A57818E9E@pt.lu>
Message-ID: <173126440910051225n6c34973dqd511e2a50143a782@mail.gmail.com>

Ok, you just cost me $115.00!!! Great looking mag, I subscribed!!! :)Ira

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:16 AM, Pieter and Linda <pieters at pt.lu> wrote:

> No. centre of page 203 in the November Octane mag. " Bonnet, plain or
> louvred. All shrouds, front or rear, BN1 to BJ8  468 pounds each"
> On 06/10/2009, at 6:14 PM, Simon Lachlan wrote:
>
>  You got me quite excited! They show a BT7 Rear Shroud at +/-
>> #1890:00. Were
>> you looking at the repair panels?
>> Simon
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
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>> healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
>> ]
>> On Behalf Of Pieter and Linda
>> Sent: 05 October 2009 16:44
>> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Subject: [Healeys] sc parts shrouds
>>
>> The latest Octane mag arrived today with an advert from SC Parts. They
>> are advertising front or rear shrouds for 468 pounds!! This is less
>> than a third of the price being charged by some of the other well
>> known parts suppliers. Has anybody had any experience with these
>> panels for fit and thickness?  As my Grandfather used to say " if it
>> seems too good to be true, it probably is"
>> cheers
>> Pieter
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From peter at nosimport.com  Mon Oct  5 13:43:41 2009
From: peter at nosimport.com (Peter Caldwell)
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:43:41 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <19DE142C66B7439A83E552C5DD4C791E@your4dacd0ea75>
References: <271066770.283111254763565674.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<19DE142C66B7439A83E552C5DD4C791E@your4dacd0ea75>
Message-ID: <200910051243956.SM03688@TOSHIBA-USER3.nosimport.com>

At 02:13 PM 10/5/2009, Dallas Congleton wrote:
>Yeah, she's sassy, she's brassy, above all she's classy
>She's put together like an Austin Healy chassis with a tan
>She's always grand
>Talkin' bout Luann

She's lusty, she's busty, but most of all she's rusty..... 

From tld6008 at mchsi.com  Mon Oct  5 13:46:25 2009
From: tld6008 at mchsi.com (tld6008 at mchsi.com)
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:46:25 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps
In-Reply-To: <000601ca4541$79a75280$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <BLU144-W68F9B1B4535297B3D909DDBD00@phx.gbl>
	<000601ca4541$79a75280$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <100520091946.21354.4ACA4D1100020FA70000536A223245003003010CD2079C080C03BFC8CFCFC00B049B@mchsi.com>

 You are trying to seal the stub (welded to the flex pipe) that fits over the
muffler stub. The flex end should have slits cut in it to allow it to be
pinched down tight by the clamp. I would get that Muffler leak putty or epoxy
and smear it over the area then put on the clamp. I got my clamps for that
joint from a Harley Davidson shop. Not as wide as you wanted but are the full
wrap around type. Not much room to work in that area.....

--
Tim Davis BN7
  -------------- Original message from "Mark LaPierre"
<lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>: --------------


> Dan ,  are you sure you have all the stays attached else where on the
> exhaust?    Sometimes these
> get omitted and can cause the shaking in the first place.
>
> Mark
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Dan"
> To:
> Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 11:51 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Exhaust Clamps
>
>
> >I have a 1963 BJ7 and am struggling with the clamps where the exhaust
> >enters
> > the muffler. Originally I had leaks in this area and decided to try and
> > silence the leak. Someone on the list suggested using Stainless Steel
> > plumbing
> > repair couplings without the rubber insert. I installed those and
> > reinstalled
> > the standard muffler clamps over those. Everything works great except
that
> > when I start the car the exhaust hits the frame and makes a banging
noise.
> > When the car is running everything is fine.
> >
> >  Having been cursed with being a perfectionist I want to eliminate the
> > banging. Does anyone have any suggestions on a good clamp that is wide
> > enough
> > to seal the joint, probably 3/4"-1" and has good clamping capacity?
> >
> >  On another note, Barrett Jackson Las Vegas is next weekend. Even though
> > the
> > prices resemble a Monopoly Game, the bidders are more in tune with
Healeys
> > than the ones that go to Mecum. Before we succumb to the low prices
> > everyone
> > is concerned with, it will be interesting to see what happens next
> > weekend.
> > There are currently 4 Healeys to be auctioned.
> >
> > Dan Serrao
> > 1963 BJ7
> > Fountain Hills, AZ
> >
> > People who don't read the newspaper are uninformed, those who read the
> > newspaper are misinformed........ Mark Twain
> >
> >
> >
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From don at anglesey.us  Mon Oct  5 14:32:37 2009
From: don at anglesey.us (Don)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 14:32:37 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP82450026B397F700D42302FDCF0@phx.gbl>

Eric,
I had to change the rods over because the early 100-6 used clamp type
rods.  If your rods are the latter style you can save some money.  I
also converted the 2 port to a 6 which requires a few extra parts as
well but nothing that is unavailable.  I wouldn't recommend going over
.040 if you are having it bored.
Don
57 BN4

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Eric Frenken
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 10:44 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine

Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be
exact, it
is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.

What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to
make
this work?

All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.

Eric
_______________________________________________

From quenty at ntelos.net  Mon Oct  5 14:37:57 2009
From: quenty at ntelos.net (Quentin Schweninger)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 16:37:57 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <20091005123217.2OG8E.109554.root@ispmxfep10-z01>
References: <20091005123217.2OG8E.109554.root@ispmxfep10-z01>
Message-ID: <A5C7A16B-1E6E-4180-B6F7-0734F6A23034@ntelos.net>

Tom I hope having a 5451 good. Or at least not painful.


Dave


On Oct 5, 2009, at 1:32 PM, Tom Felts wrote:

Oh S**t---we have a 545I AND an E-Type.  Guess we are real---"well---U- 
know":):)

Tom

---- Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net> wrote:

=============
Begin forwarded message:

From: Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net>
Date: October 5, 2009 12:37:00 PM EDT
To: To: Randall Harris <1968xke at gmail.com>, Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net
>
Subject: Fwd: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers




Randall,
There are many 5-6 Ft. Penis' driving on CA. freeways and streets.
Usually In a BMW. We refer to them with a slightly different name.

Dave and Daisy
BN7 ll
64 3.8 FHC
61 Bugeye

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Oct  5 14:57:21 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 15:57:21 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <799570.76353.qm@web45414.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20091005155721.DU9FC.114267.root@ispmxfep10-z01>

Need to make it a tinyurl---wraparounds won't work.


---- Tom McCabe <irishtom79 at yahoo.com> wrote: 

=============
Here you
go.http://www.lyricstime.com/george-thorogood-and-the-destroyers-miss-luann-l
yrics.html

--- On Mon, 10/5/09, I Erbs <eyera3 at gmail.com> wrote:

From: I Erbs <eyera3 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
To: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, October 5, 2009, 2:10 PM

just did  a pretty extensive on line lyric search and nothing with austin
healey in the lyrics.did find from a gal named Scout Niblett (really) the
following lyrics
"Take me, summer
I want you, take me
partial burg
I want
take me to it now
red/black roadster
top down faster now
and she said o?=ito?=s in my name
and Io?=ll take it to my graveo?= "

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 10:26 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

> Isn't there a George Thoroughgood song that refers to a cutie with "a body
> like an Austin-Healey chassis?"
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
> :)
>
> My other cars are Spridgets. One guy on the spridgets list says he tells
> people that it is a reverse compensation thing that makes him drive such a
> small car. I forget his exact words; he said it better than that.
>
> I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much
> prefer
> the feminine body of the Healey. ( Hips and headlights )
>
>
>
> > From: 1968xke at gmail.com
> >
> > Interesting conversation here. My 2 cents: Being the proud (and sometimes
> > frustrated) owner of both cars - a lovely '66 BJ8 (H Blue/OEW) and a
> killer
> > Euro-spec (covered headlight, triple SU) '68 E-type OTS (red/tan of
> course),
> > I can state with 100% certainty that neither car is the crumpet catcher
> that
> > they used to be. Perhaps this happens to have something to do with the
> > fellow behind the wheel. But, of the two cars, the Healey attracts more
> fond
> > attention from ladies than the Jag. Older guys (like me) love the Jag and
> > will drool when they get too close, women just stare and quietly think,
> in
> a
> > most Freudian way, what kind of personal inadequacies the owner must have
> to
> > drive a 14 foot penis on California public highways. :>)
> > Yours truly,
> > Randy Harris
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Oct  5 15:01:18 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 16:01:18 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <A5C7A16B-1E6E-4180-B6F7-0734F6A23034@ntelos.net>
Message-ID: <20091005160118.LK8U7.114381.root@ispmxfep10-z01>

It's my wifes car and she lets me drive it occasionally.  It is VERY good, not to mention pretty darn fast.  Now for the BMW:):):)

BMW is a sweet car really and it IS fast.

tom

---- Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net> wrote: 

=============
Tom I hope having a 5451 good. Or at least not painful.


Dave


On Oct 5, 2009, at 1:32 PM, Tom Felts wrote:

Oh S**t---we have a 545I AND an E-Type.  Guess we are real---"well---U- 
know":):)

Tom

---- Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net> wrote:

=============
Begin forwarded message:

From: Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net>
Date: October 5, 2009 12:37:00 PM EDT
To: To: Randall Harris <1968xke at gmail.com>, Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net
>
Subject: Fwd: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers




Randall,
There are many 5-6 Ft. Penis' driving on CA. freeways and streets.
Usually In a BMW. We refer to them with a slightly different name.

Dave and Daisy
BN7 ll
64 3.8 FHC
61 Bugeye

From MBran89793 at aol.com  Mon Oct  5 15:09:47 2009
From: MBran89793 at aol.com (MBran89793 at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:09:47 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Engine color paint
Message-ID: <c5d.5a8ee3b7.37fbba9b@aol.com>

You may want to try the Austin HEALEY Green engine enamel from Bill  
Hirsch. _http://www.hirschauto.com_ (http://www.hirschauto.com)  
 
FWIW this is the engine paint that is used by Tsikuris Classics for  the 
Austin Healeys that they restore. (Unless it happens to be a model that  calls 
for a different engine paint color such as the earlier 100-6.)
     

Marion S.  Brantley, Jr.
TBAHC Membership Chmn./Delegate
Concours Committee  Member

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Mon Oct  5 15:37:55 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:37:55 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Engine color paint
In-Reply-To: <c5d.5a8ee3b7.37fbba9b@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4A9276730C914126A05E5CAC22403A7C@tm>

Many thanks - what if I wanted to do my own color? Buying paint in US or UK
from Poland seems is tricky a bit.

 

 

  _____  

From: MBran89793 at aol.com [mailto:MBran89793 at aol.com] 
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Engine color paint

 

You may want to try the Austin HEALEY Green engine enamel from Bill Hirsch.
http://www.hirschauto.com 

 

FWIW this is the engine paint that is used by Tsikuris Classics for the
Austin Healeys that they restore. (Unless it happens to be a model that
calls for a different engine paint color such as the earlier 100-6.)

    

 

Marion S. Brantley, Jr.
TBAHC Membership Chmn./Delegate
Concours Committee Member

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 15:53:39 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 14:53:39 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <20091005160118.LK8U7.114381.root@ispmxfep10-z01>
References: <A5C7A16B-1E6E-4180-B6F7-0734F6A23034@ntelos.net>
	<20091005160118.LK8U7.114381.root@ispmxfep10-z01>
Message-ID: <471534970910051453s34bcfd29re2055e2bf7a44b08@mail.gmail.com>

Noone ever challenges the fact that BMW can make a nice car. (I don't,
however; think they are the ultimate driving machines.)

Most people take exception with the w&nke*rs who buy them for the
badge so that they can tell people that they own a BMW and how much
they spent on it.

I was at a snooty bar in Scottsdale, AZ one night for business
purposes. A fellow found out I was a car guy and started to tell me
about his BMW. Apparently I wasn't impressed enough about it so he got
all in a huff and proceded to tell me I knew nothing about cars. (I
think my response was, "meh, they're ok").

Jody

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 2:01 PM, Tom Felts <tomfelts at windstream.net> wrote:
> It's my wifes car and she lets me drive it occasionally.  It is VERY good,
not to mention pretty darn fast.  Now for the BMW:):):)
>
> BMW is a sweet car really and it IS fast.
>
> tom
>
> ---- Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net> wrote:
>
> =============
> Tom I hope having a 5451 good. Or at least not painful.
>
>
> Dave
>
>
> On Oct 5, 2009, at 1:32 PM, Tom Felts wrote:
>
> Oh S**t---we have a 545I AND an E-Type.  Guess we are real---"well---U-
> know":):)
>
> Tom
>
> ---- Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net> wrote:
>
> =============
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> From: Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net>
> Date: October 5, 2009 12:37:00 PM EDT
> To: To: Randall Harris <1968xke at gmail.com>, Healey List
<healeys at autox.team.net
>>
> Subject: Fwd: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
>
>
>
>
> Randall,
> There are many 5-6 Ft. Penis' driving on CA. freeways and streets.
> Usually In a BMW. We refer to them with a slightly different name.
>
> Dave and Daisy
> BN7 ll
> 64 3.8 FHC
> 61 Bugeye
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From tfsbj7 at mindspring.com  Mon Oct  5 17:50:21 2009
From: tfsbj7 at mindspring.com (Skip Saunders)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 19:50:21 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <6E0E9796-5D14-4279-98FE-A9FC119D642A@ntelos.net>
References: <1E1E233D-BE6A-416C-ACA3-1F5AD05EAB88@ntelos.net>
	<6E0E9796-5D14-4279-98FE-A9FC119D642A@ntelos.net>
Message-ID: <000001ca4616$9a37e660$cea7b320$@com>

I suspect he meant 5-6 inch....

-----Original Message-----

From: Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net>
Date: October 5, 2009 12:37:00 PM EDT
To: To: Randall Harris <1968xke at gmail.com>, Healey List
<healeys at autox.team.net 
 >
Subject: Fwd: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers




Randall,
There are many 5-6 Ft. Penis' driving on CA. freeways and streets.  
Usually In a BMW. We refer to them with a slightly different name.

Dave and Daisy
BN7 ll
64 3.8 FHC
61 Bugeye
_______________________________________________

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Mon Oct  5 18:28:12 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:28:12 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Henry N.Manney III, was Crumpet Catchers
Message-ID: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Interesting those phrases you remember from your youth.  I was a huge Henry N.
Manney fan.  And over at C&D, I tended to favor Warren Weith. Rob Walker used
to deliver such great GP reports, felt I was in the pits even though the
checkered rlag had dropped three months earlier.  I miss their prose, although
am still a lover of Peter Egan and Burt Levy.  Any other favorite writers out
there?

Yr Fthfl Srvnt,
Rick

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Mon Oct  5 18:42:41 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 20:42:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 Glazing technique
References: <40e0020d0910050700g5bcac132p71d78efac5a2df6f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1DC7AEEA3C9B4FC494F7C3C88D478DBC@LIFEBOOK>

Alan,

There are some glazing rubbers that are designed to swell when clean fresh 
motor oil (not fuel) is applied to them. This locks the rubber and glass 
into the U channels of the chrome frame. Next day, trim the excess glazing 
rubber with a single edged razor blade.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alan Bromfield" <bluehealey at googlemail.com>
To: "Healey Mail List" <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 10:00 AM
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 Glazing technique


> Team.
> Some guidance if you will.
> I recall discussions in the past regarding how to fit the glass into the
> frame on a 100-6.  Archive searches haven't revealed anything so I am
> risking the wrath by asking for an update.
>
> My frame has been re-chromed, the corner brackets have been cleaned and
> replated and I have a full set of new countersunk screws.  It all goes
> together nicely.  New glass and rubber glazing kit has been obtained so I 
> am
> about good to go.  My starter questions to kick things off:-
> Do I cut the square 'packing' rubber into four seperate pieces or does it
> wrap inside the channel and over the brackets in one piece?
> Similarly, do I cut the flat glazing tape into 4 pieces with mitred 
> corners
> or should that be wrapped around in one piece, trimming the excess in the
> corners as we go?
> Finally I recall a tip in earlier threads that advised painting the rubber
> with fuel after assembly to cause it to shrink before finally trimming of
> the excess.  Is that correct a figment of my imagination?
> Thanks all.
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From 57healey at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 18:48:00 2009
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 19:48:00 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] younger Healey owners- Facebook
In-Reply-To: <883981.47701.qm@web112013.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <471534970910042047m3ab2a267nd8b94289f5c5d1bb@mail.gmail.com>
	<883981.47701.qm@web112013.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0910051748i6c4b2b5dwc989a3bddc1f4aa6@mail.gmail.com>

There are several Healey members on, I just haven't figured out what
we can do with it except get motivated (or depressed) hearing of
others Healey exploits.  I do try to share Healeys in the news when I
see it, and love the pics.

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 9:21 AM, john close <f9cougar at yahoo.com> wrote:
> Good idea. I'm on it too. Haven't explored the Healey aspect, yet - JRC



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

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Oct  5 19:23:57 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 18:23:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers - expanded.
In-Reply-To: <000001ca4616$9a37e660$cea7b320$@com>
Message-ID: <953314.82294.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

This thread seems to have gotten a life of it's own..... but whoever said the
following, it is a classic ...... ten out of ten.

"I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much
prefer the feminine body of the Healey. ( Hips and headlights )"  :-)

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Mon Oct  5 19:35:02 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:35:02 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?windshield_glazing?=
Message-ID: <20091006013502.25619.qmail@server278.com>

when i put the windshield in the bn6, the glazing i bought was too thick and i had a hard time trying to get the windshield in the groove.  i finally went to a windshield and glass shop and bought some of the stuff they use.  it looked like a rubber and cork mixture and was thinner.  worked like a charm and cost me 5 bucks.   hjim

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Mon Oct  5 19:46:37 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 21:46:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers - expanded.
In-Reply-To: <953314.82294.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20091005204637.X94RV.121708.root@ispmxfep10-z01>

I think this was sometimes referred to as "penis envy"--you think?:)


---- Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote: 

=============
This thread seems to have gotten a life of it's own..... but whoever said the
following, it is a classic ...... ten out of ten.

"I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much
prefer the feminine body of the Healey. ( Hips and headlights )"  :-)

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Oct  5 20:03:07 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 10:03:07 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
References: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
	<010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910051903i7d1b1182s2518bf3f8aa1b7a1@mail.gmail.com>

Erik -

Depending on how good / centered the block is, sometimes it is possible to
bore out the 100-6 to 3000 bore.  The ideal solution, however, is either to
get a 3000 block or get 3000 sleeves and machine them in.  Otherwise it is
the same block.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 12:43 AM, Eric Frenken <lists at brits-n-pieces.com>wrote:

> Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be exact,
> it
> is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
>
> What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to make
> this work?
>
> All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
>
> Eric

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Mon Oct  5 20:11:41 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 02:11:41 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?speedometer_reading?=
Message-ID: <20091006021141.9142.qmail@server278.com>

i know i am not the only one that pays absolutely no attention to the mileage listed on ebay or anywhere else for a healey.  for years you could not get an angle drive except at a junkyard and my own car went about three years with a broken angle drive.  it seems that most of the cars for sale on ebay have around 50-60 thousand miles on the speedo, even if the drive train has undergone a complete restoration.  since i am able to remove the speedo, take the face off, pop the needle off, unscrew the two little screws that hold the face on, and move the speedo numbers to whatever i want them to be, i assume most other healey guys can also.  in nevada, after so many years the speedometer reading is not considered reliable.  i guess they make the assumption it has turned over once or twice.  hjim

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Mon Oct  5 20:13:38 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 02:13:38 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?Risky_Crumpet_Catcher?=
Message-ID: <20091006021338.11530.qmail@server278.com>

john, i have a bn6.  please send name of and location of high school.  hjim


>  -------Original Message-------
>  From: john close <f9cougar at yahoo.com>
>  Subject: [Healeys] Risky Crumpet Catcher
>  Sent: Oct 05 '09 14:30
>  
>  Please don't take this the wrong way, but once I drove my BN6 onto the high
>  school campus where I teach. The too-young women were all over it. They may
>  not have known what it was, but that didn't seem to matter. Guess I should be
>  glad I didn't drive an E-Type that day. - JRC
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From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Mon Oct  5 20:13:39 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 02:13:39 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?Risky_Crumpet_Catcher?=
Message-ID: <20091006021339.11554.qmail@server278.com>

john, i have a bn6.  please send name of and location of high school.  hjim


>  -------Original Message-------
>  From: john close <f9cougar at yahoo.com>
>  Subject: [Healeys] Risky Crumpet Catcher
>  Sent: Oct 05 '09 14:30
>  
>  Please don't take this the wrong way, but once I drove my BN6 onto the high
>  school campus where I teach. The too-young women were all over it. They may
>  not have known what it was, but that didn't seem to matter. Guess I should be
>  glad I didn't drive an E-Type that day. - JRC
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From comkanuk at cgocable.ca  Mon Oct  5 20:45:29 2009
From: comkanuk at cgocable.ca (gilbert gauthier)
Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 22:45:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] windshield glazing
In-Reply-To: <20091006013502.25619.qmail@server278.com>
References: <20091006013502.25619.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <913D046D-83DE-45C9-B1E7-32BC29FF34AD@cgocable.ca>

Good luck when it will be time to replace it , then you will see that
your 5$ stuff is a real mess to take it off.

giby
Le 09-10-05 ` 21:35, <healeymanjim at hansencc.net> a icrit :

> when i put the windshield in the bn6, the glazing i bought was too
> thick and i had a hard time trying to get the windshield in the
> groove.  i finally went to a windshield and glass shop and bought
> some of the stuff they use.  it looked like a rubber and cork
> mixture and was thinner.  worked like a charm and cost me 5 bucks.
> hjim
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct  6 00:46:42 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 14:46:42 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Engine color paint
In-Reply-To: <4A9276730C914126A05E5CAC22403A7C@tm>
References: <c5d.5a8ee3b7.37fbba9b@aol.com>
	<4A9276730C914126A05E5CAC22403A7C@tm>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910052346k20584ccckf73a8d1c5166130b@mail.gmail.com>

Tadek -

Why don't you just order the paint from the UK / AH Spares / Cape / Ahead 4
healeys and then have them send it to you UPS or Fed Ex ground shipping.
Price is low and you'll get it in about a week.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 5:37 AM, Tadeusz Malkiewicz
<tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl> wrote:

> Many thanks - what if I wanted to do my own color? Buying paint in US or UK
> from Poland seems is tricky a bit.

From derek.c.job at gmail.com  Tue Oct  6 01:34:01 2009
From: derek.c.job at gmail.com (Derek Job)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 09:34:01 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd:  conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <d7fbb3ac0910060033u76027929wde93a0ca3fb7f4d7@mail.gmail.com>
References: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
	<010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
	<ff59076c0910051903i7d1b1182s2518bf3f8aa1b7a1@mail.gmail.com>
	<d7fbb3ac0910060033u76027929wde93a0ca3fb7f4d7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <d7fbb3ac0910060034w3047b9b4u870e82c04c4ed1b8@mail.gmail.com>

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 9:33 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
To: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>


Aren't the water passages in a slightly different place so that if you bore
the 26D out to 2920 there is a risk involved, although I know people that
have done it.

cheers

Derek


On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 4:03 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:

> Erik -
>
> Depending on how good / centered the block is, sometimes it is possible to
> bore out the 100-6 to 3000 bore.  The ideal solution, however, is either to
> get a 3000 block or get 3000 sleeves and machine them in.  Otherwise it is
> the same block.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 12:43 AM, Eric Frenken <lists at brits-n-pieces.com
> >wrote:
>
> > Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be exact,
> > it
> > is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
> >
> > What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to
> make
> > this work?
> >
> > All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
> >
> > Eric
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>
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From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Tue Oct  6 04:14:29 2009
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 06:14:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd:  conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <d7fbb3ac0910060034w3047b9b4u870e82c04c4ed1b8@mail.gmail.com>
References: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
	<010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
	<ff59076c0910051903i7d1b1182s2518bf3f8aa1b7a1@mail.gmail.com>
	<d7fbb3ac0910060033u76027929wde93a0ca3fb7f4d7@mail.gmail.com>
	<d7fbb3ac0910060034w3047b9b4u870e82c04c4ed1b8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4ACB1885.2030802@earthlink.net>

Yes, the water jacket goes around each cylinder in the 100-6 block, the 
cylinders are siamesed in three pairs. - Clausager pg 55.

Bob

Derek Job wrote:
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
> Date: Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 9:33 AM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
> To: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
> 
> 
> Aren't the water passages in a slightly different place so that if you bore
> the 26D out to 2920 there is a risk involved, although I know people that
> have done it.
> 
> cheers
> 
> Derek

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Tue Oct  6 05:36:22 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (glemon at neb.rr.com)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 6:36:22 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Henry N.Manney III, was Crumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20091006113622.EOW5J.179155.root@hrndva-web28-z01>

Yes, loved reading that stuff before I could even drive, same stuff you read, regards, also enjoy Satch Carlsson, who used to write for Autoweek and now I think is with Hemmings Classic and Sportscar Greg Lemon

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Oct  6 07:06:43 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 8:06:43 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Crumpet catcher/"P" Envy
Message-ID: <20091006080643.W30J7.148254.root@ispmxfep12-z01>

Thought you guys would want to read more about the crumpit catchers:):)

http://tinyurl.com/yerrg6l 

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct  6 07:45:38 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 13:45:38 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers - expanded.
In-Reply-To: <20091005204637.X94RV.121708.root@ispmxfep10-z01>
References: <953314.82294.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W29FCC8E42EA38EEDA9B138B8CE0@phx.gbl>

I've heard the term, but have a short memory about some; ok, 'most' things; so
I had to look it up.



from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penis_envy

"

Penis envy in Freudian psychoanalysis refers to the theorized reaction of a
girl during her psychosexual development to the realization that she does not
have a penis. Freud considered this realization a defining moment in the
development of gender and sexual identity for women. According to Freud, the
parallel reaction in boys to the realization that girls do not have a penis is
castration anxiety.



In contemporary culture, the term is sometimes used symbolically or
metaphorically to refer to the idea that women wish they had a penis, or to
refer to anxieties between men about the size of their genitals.

"



I think it is a fairly common belief that men who drive cars like the e-type
have feelings of inadequacy ( I assume that this what you meant by "penis
envy"? ), but these conceptions aside, it is a beautiful car.  Maybe to
compensate, e-type owners could drive a spridget as a second car? :)



I tend to dismiss these theories.  Oh, I joke about it, and it may be true in
some cases, but my theory is that men generally like cars.  ;)  I stick to my
attraction to what I perceive to be the feminine body of the Healey, though my
wife would choose the Jag.



Freud has pretty much been dismissed, hasn't he?



RD

> Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 21:46:37 -0400
>
> I think this was sometimes referred to as "penis envy"--you think?:)
>
>
> ---- Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> =============
> This thread seems to have gotten a life of it's own..... but whoever said
the
> following, it is a classic ...... ten out of ten.
>
> "I like the Jag, though I refer to it as a "penis on wheels"; but I much
> prefer the feminine body of the Healey. ( Hips and headlights )" :-)
>
> Robert N. Blair Yellow 65BJ8 rnbmail at yahoo.com

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct  6 07:58:30 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 13:58:30 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Crumpet catcher/"P" Envy
In-Reply-To: <20091006080643.W30J7.148254.root@ispmxfep12-z01>
References: <20091006080643.W30J7.148254.root@ispmxfep12-z01>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W734852C09EF9A6A3726FAB8CE0@phx.gbl>

Ah!  The Aston Martin!  My wife and I would agree on one of those.  ( but, it
would have to be a convertible. )

> Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 08:06:43 -0500
>
> Thought you guys would want to read more about the crumpit catchers:):)
>
> http://tinyurl.com/yerrg6l

From f9cougar at yahoo.com  Tue Oct  6 08:18:17 2009
From: f9cougar at yahoo.com (john close)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 07:18:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd:  conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <d7fbb3ac0910060034w3047b9b4u870e82c04c4ed1b8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <331694.53636.qm@web112014.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

While my BN6 engine was in pieces, I found a 3000 engine block and went from
there, so as not to worry about having the BN6 engine bored out and possibly
creating too-thin cylinder walls. - JRC

--- On Tue, 10/6/09, Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com> wrote:


From: Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
To: "Forum" <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2009, 12:34 AM


---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 9:33 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
To: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>


Aren't the water passages in a slightly different place so that if you bore
the 26D out to 2920 there is a risk involved, although I know people that
have done it.

cheers

Derek


On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 4:03 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:

> Erik -
>
> Depending on how good / centered the block is, sometimes it is possible to
> bore out the 100-6 to 3000 bore.  The ideal solution, however, is either to
> get a 3000 block or get 3000 sleeves and machine them in.  Otherwise it is
> the same block.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 12:43 AM, Eric Frenken <lists at brits-n-pieces.com
> >wrote:
>
> > Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be exact,
> > it
> > is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
> >
> > What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to
> make
> > this work?
> >
> > All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
> >
> > Eric
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Tue Oct  6 08:41:40 2009
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 07:41:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd:  conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <331694.53636.qm@web112014.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <d7fbb3ac0910060034w3047b9b4u870e82c04c4ed1b8@mail.gmail.com>
	<331694.53636.qm@web112014.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D0341FDF7@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

This isn't an answer to the initial question, but years ago when the
3000 block was damaged, I lived with BJ8 carbs on the 2600 block/cam and
got along just fine for a couple of slaloming seasons.
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Tue Oct  6 08:42:34 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 07:42:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <331694.53636.qm@web112014.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <d7fbb3ac0910060034w3047b9b4u870e82c04c4ed1b8@mail.gmail.com>
	<331694.53636.qm@web112014.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <173126440910060742y73e63cd5gcdd8815c5ff6d721@mail.gmail.com>

My 100-6 came with a 3000 engine. I have since added disk wheels/disk brakes
so I call it a BT7. but not really sure what it is as the ID tag for the car
was in a  box, so it could actually belong to some other car. It
is registered as  BN4....

On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 7:18 AM, john close <f9cougar at yahoo.com> wrote:

> While my BN6 engine was in pieces, I found a 3000 engine block and went
> from
> there, so as not to worry about having the BN6 engine bored out and
> possibly
> creating too-thin cylinder walls. - JRC
>
> --- On Tue, 10/6/09, Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>
> From: Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
> To: "Forum" <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2009, 12:34 AM
>
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
> Date: Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 9:33 AM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
> To: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
>
>
> Aren't the water passages in a slightly different place so that if you bore
> the 26D out to 2920 there is a risk involved, although I know people that
> have done it.
>
> cheers
>
> Derek
>
>
> On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 4:03 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
> > Erik -
> >
> > Depending on how good / centered the block is, sometimes it is possible
> to
> > bore out the 100-6 to 3000 bore.  The ideal solution, however, is either
> to
> > get a 3000 block or get 3000 sleeves and machine them in.  Otherwise it
> is
> > the same block.
> >
> > Alan
> >
> > '52 A90
> > '53 BN1
> > '59 Jag Mk IX
> > '64 BJ8
> >
> >
> > On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 12:43 AM, Eric Frenken <lists at brits-n-pieces.com
> > >wrote:
> >
> > > Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be
> exact,
> > > it
> > > is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
> > >
> > > What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to
> > make
> > > this work?
> > >
> > > All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
> > >
> > > Eric
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From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Tue Oct  6 08:44:11 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 10:44:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?
Message-ID: <BAY124-W29A6DFC7316A4DB42DE780D4CE0@phx.gbl>

Who monitors the list and why are some things never posted?  Another gentleman
and myself were having a spirited (very appropriate) discussion about the need
for younger Austin Healey owners.  Only being able to speak for myself, but I
feel we both felt it to be a very important topic that needs attention. Only
two posts ever made it on the list?

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."


 		 	   		  
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From quenty at ntelos.net  Tue Oct  6 08:51:51 2009
From: quenty at ntelos.net (Quentin Schweninger)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 10:51:51 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd:  conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <d7fbb3ac0910060034w3047b9b4u870e82c04c4ed1b8@mail.gmail.com>
References: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
	<010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
	<ff59076c0910051903i7d1b1182s2518bf3f8aa1b7a1@mail.gmail.com>
	<d7fbb3ac0910060033u76027929wde93a0ca3fb7f4d7@mail.gmail.com>
	<d7fbb3ac0910060034w3047b9b4u870e82c04c4ed1b8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <E856E824-B9F0-4B2F-A79B-57C3C50C73C2@ntelos.net>

What about the Head-- Compression Ratio?

Dave


On Oct 6, 2009, at 3:34 AM, Derek Job wrote:

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 9:33 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
To: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>


Aren't the water passages in a slightly different place so that if you  
bore
the 26D out to 2920 there is a risk involved, although I know people  
that
have done it.

cheers

Derek


On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 4:03 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>  
wrote:

> Erik -
>
> Depending on how good / centered the block is, sometimes it is  
> possible to
> bore out the 100-6 to 3000 bore.  The ideal solution, however, is  
> either to
> get a 3000 block or get 3000 sleeves and machine them in.  Otherwise  
> it is
> the same block.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 12:43 AM, Eric Frenken <lists at brits-n- 
> pieces.com
>> wrote:
>
>> Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be  
>> exact,
>> it
>> is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
>>
>> What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.)  
>> to
> make
>> this work?
>>
>> All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
>>
>> Eric
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct  6 09:22:47 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 23:22:47 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
References: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
	<010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910060822k59e25d78rf93e940c37d2f5d4@mail.gmail.com>

Erik -

To be honest you can get more or less 3000 performance in your 100 6
by simply using a hotter cam and 2" carbs.  Upshot of this is your
mileage will be a little better too.

Unless you are racing, there's not much advantage to fiddling with the
100 6 block.

That's my feeling after thinking about it a little more.

Alan

On 10/6/09, Eric Frenken <lists at brits-n-pieces.com> wrote:
> Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be exact, it
> is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
>
> What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to make
> this work?
>
> All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
>
> Eric
> _______________________________________________
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>
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct  6 09:25:00 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 15:25:00 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W29A6DFC7316A4DB42DE780D4CE0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W29A6DFC7316A4DB42DE780D4CE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W1142079C275812DA78E1F6B8CE0@phx.gbl>

Good question.  I would imagine that it is Mark ( Mark J Bradakis ) who
monitors all the lists.

I know that if your email contains too many characters it gets sent for
moderation.  I'm not sure if the type of encoding ( html/rich text/plain) can
send it there as well?

I noticed that this last message of yours was from healeys-bounces...

I use "rich text" and I do notice that my messages take awhile to come
through.



> From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com
>
> Who monitors the list and why are some things never posted? Another
gentleman
> and myself were having a spirited (very appropriate) discussion about the
need
> for younger Austin Healey owners. Only being able to speak for myself, but
I
> feel we both felt it to be a very important topic that needs attention.
Only
> two posts ever made it on the list?
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct  6 09:27:28 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:27:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W29A6DFC7316A4DB42DE780D4CE0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W29A6DFC7316A4DB42DE780D4CE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <00e501ca4699$844a8fa0$8cdfaee0$@net>

I see five communications from you/to you with copies to the list on that
subject. If the replies are not edited, they tend to become very long with
question, response, return response, etc etc etc still appearing. Those will
NOT be posted as they will be over the 3k limit. This is an automatic
function of the way that the list is set up. And bear in mind that I believe
that the headers and footers count towards the 3k character limit. Such
posts are referred to Mark who decides if they should be posted. As far as
monitoring, Mark runs about 30 lists and I am sure that he does not have
time to look at each and every post. I rather believe that he does not look
at many if any at all.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of S and T Miller
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 10:44 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?

Who monitors the list and why are some things never posted?  Another
gentleman
and myself were having a spirited (very appropriate) discussion about the
need
for younger Austin Healey owners.  Only being able to speak for myself, but
I
feel we both felt it to be a very important topic that needs attention. Only
two posts ever made it on the list?

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."

From rwil at sbcglobal.net  Tue Oct  6 09:32:59 2009
From: rwil at sbcglobal.net (rwil at sbcglobal.net)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 15:32:59 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?
Message-ID: <380358560-1254843175-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-255805565-@bda067.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

S+T Miller-
This is not a monitored or moderated list. If you look over your "sent" mail, peraps you can figure out why it didn't go out on the list. Two possible reasons are that you didn't reply to all and that your message was longer than the automatic system on the list currently allows. 

S+T wrote:
Who monitors the list and why are some things never posted? 
Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T

From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Tue Oct  6 09:42:33 2009
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:42:33 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W29A6DFC7316A4DB42DE780D4CE0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W29A6DFC7316A4DB42DE780D4CE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS72BBB8AE3917F7BD596D4B3CE0@phx.gbl>

On or about 10/4, I saw 13 messages on the list addressing the topic of 
"Younger Healey owners", including two from you.  How many did you post?  No 
one blocks submissions, although we all have complained about some off-topic 
flames, but not you ;<)
I am saving these posts to be included in our discussions at the AHCA 
Delegates Meeting next month.  Please feel free to send me your missing 
posts.  I greatly appreciated the info.
Gary Brierton

--------------------------------------------------
From: "S and T Miller" <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 10:44 AM
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?

> Who monitors the list and why are some things never posted?  Another 
> gentleman
> and myself were having a spirited (very appropriate) discussion about the 
> need
> for younger Austin Healey owners.  Only being able to speak for myself, 
> but I
> feel we both felt it to be a very important topic that needs attention. 
> Only
> two posts ever made it on the list?
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."
>
>
>
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From jhomonek at mindspring.com  Tue Oct  6 09:44:40 2009
From: jhomonek at mindspring.com (John H)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:44:40 -0400 (GMT-04:00)
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd:  conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
Message-ID: <3280291.1254843881055.JavaMail.root@mswamui-chipeau.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

I have a spare 3000 engine in Atlanta.  Originally, it was a tricarb with correct tricarb casting #.  Comes with Starter, Generator and exhaust manifolds.....no intake.

Contact me off list for more info about it.

for that matter, I have lots of parts..mechanical and body.

John Homonek
Atlanta AHCA
1959 BN7 - 1974 Jensen-Healey
bn7 at mindspring.com

-----Original Message-----
>From: Quentin Schweninger <quenty at ntelos.net>
>Sent: Oct 6, 2009 10:51 AM
>To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] Fwd:  conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
>
>What about the Head-- Compression Ratio?
>
>Dave
>
>
>On Oct 6, 2009, at 3:34 AM, Derek Job wrote:
>
>---------- Forwarded message ----------
>From: Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
>Date: Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 9:33 AM
>Subject: Re: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
>To: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
>
>
>Aren't the water passages in a slightly different place so that if you  
>bore
>the 26D out to 2920 there is a risk involved, although I know people  
>that
>have done it.
>
>cheers
>
>Derek
>
>
>On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 4:03 AM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>  
>wrote:
>
>> Erik -
>>
>> Depending on how good / centered the block is, sometimes it is  
>> possible to
>> bore out the 100-6 to 3000 bore.  The ideal solution, however, is  
>> either to
>> get a 3000 block or get 3000 sleeves and machine them in.  Otherwise  
>> it is
>> the same block.
>>
>> Alan
>>
>> '52 A90
>> '53 BN1
>> '59 Jag Mk IX
>> '64 BJ8
>>
>>
>> On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 12:43 AM, Eric Frenken <lists at brits-n- 
>> pieces.com
>>> wrote:
>>
>>> Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be  
>>> exact,
>>> it
>>> is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
>>>
>>> What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.)  
>>> to
>> make
>>> this work?
>>>
>>> All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
>>>
>>> Eric
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Oct  6 09:56:36 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 10:56:36 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W29A6DFC7316A4DB42DE780D4CE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <20091006105636.8665L.152990.root@ispmxfep12-z01>

Could have been too big.  There is a limit to size on posts here.

tom

---- S and T Miller <stmiller96 at hotmail.com> wrote:

=============
Who monitors the list and why are some things never posted?  Another
gentleman
and myself were having a spirited (very appropriate) discussion about the
need
for younger Austin Healey owners.  Only being able to speak for myself, but I
feel we both felt it to be a very important topic that needs attention. Only
two posts ever made it on the list?

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."



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From dwflagg at juno.com  Tue Oct  6 09:57:41 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:57:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Who Monitors the list?
Message-ID: <20091006.085808.7107.9204@mailpop09.dca.untd.com>

Hey,

It's nice to be called a "gentleman"!!.............................

Doug
 
> Who monitors the list and why are some things never posted?  Another 
> gentleman
> and myself were having a spirited (very appropriate) discussion 
> about the need
> for younger Austin Healey owners.  Only being able to speak for 
> myself, but I
> feel we both felt it to be a very important topic that needs 
> attention. Only
> two posts ever made it on the list?
> 
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
> 
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
> 
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
> 
> 1965 MGB 40841
> 
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
> 
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a 
> test
> drive."
> 
> 
>                                                
> _________________________________________________________________
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Tue Oct  6 10:02:01 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 12:02:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
Message-ID: <20091006.090305.14536.9078@mailpop03.dca.untd.com>

I've driven a friend's (yes Keith) BN4 with the early head and found it
to be a smooth performing engine, that did not leave me in the dust of
the 3000's. Agree with Alan. Be happy with what you have and enjoy
driving your Healey.

Doug

> Erik -
> 
> To be honest you can get more or less 3000 performance in your 100 
> 6
> by simply using a hotter cam and 2" carbs.  Upshot of this is your
> mileage will be a little better too.
> 
> Unless you are racing, there's not much advantage to fiddling with 
> the
> 100 6 block.
> 
> That's my feeling after thinking about it a little more.
> 
> Alan
> 
> On 10/6/09, Eric Frenken <lists at brits-n-pieces.com> wrote:
> > Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be 
> exact, it
> > is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
> >
> > What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, 
> etc.) to make
> > this work?
> >
> > All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
> >
> > Eric
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Tue Oct  6 10:07:00 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 12:07:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Now THIS is how to go out.
Message-ID: <20091006.090751.24135.9819@mailpop08.dca.untd.com>

Non Healey related, but is a car story.
http://www.kenoshanews.com/news/racing_in_peace_6494145.html 

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From lists at brits-n-pieces.com  Tue Oct  6 10:30:10 2009
From: lists at brits-n-pieces.com (Eric Frenken)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 18:30:10 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <3280291.1254843881055.JavaMail.root@mswamui-chipeau.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <3280291.1254843881055.JavaMail.root@mswamui-chipeau.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <009401ca46a2$45d0ab70$d1720250$@com>

Thank you all for the quantitative and qualitative rich replies to my
initial question. Again, I've learned a lot from you.

One question emerged while I was reading one post and remained still
unanswered to me. One person (don't know who it was) said that the
crankshaft is interchangeable. I now know that the cylinders on the 3000
block were siamesed while those on the 100/6 engine are evenly allotted over
the length of the block. My understanding is that the center of the big end
bearings have to be exactly in the center of the bores, which is not
possible with the same crankshaft on both blocks.

Eric

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct  6 10:37:35 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 16:37:35 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Now THIS is how to go out.
In-Reply-To: <20091006.090751.24135.9819@mailpop08.dca.untd.com>
References: <20091006.090751.24135.9819@mailpop08.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W40C6BC6C672ED11B5D9113B8CE0@phx.gbl>

I want to arrive late for my funeral.  People have been telling me all my life
that I probably will. :)



RD

> To: healeys at autox.team.net
>
> Non Healey related, but is a car story.
> http://www.kenoshanews.com/news/racing_in_peace_6494145.html
>
> Doug

From dht3000 at comcast.net  Tue Oct  6 10:48:49 2009
From: dht3000 at comcast.net (dean)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 12:48:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Michael Oritt
Message-ID: <A71A23D6B4844BFDA2A55CD32C991F86@DeanPC>

I am forwarding this on to the Healy list because it was sent to just a few in
our local club.

Dean



I am using Michael's email to post this note.

Dear Friends and Family:

Michael is going through a very different time with a Major Medical Problem.
Like any of us this  is taking a toll on his Physical and Mental Health.  He
has periods of extreme sadness and despair.  He may tell you he is doing
fine.....he is not.

Would you take a moment to send Michael a card to pick up his spirits.  Going
to the mailbox can be the highlight of a nice short walk for him.  I know he
would really appreciate it. His mailing address is:

Michael Oritt
P.O. Box 1261
Solomons, Maryland  20688

 I am asking that people refrain from calling as he naps periodically and I am
grateful for any peaceful time he can have. We are turning all cell phones and
home phone off between the hours of 8pm-8am.

Michael is also checking email during the day.  His address is
Awgertoo at aol.com.

Please pass this on to all that may know Michael.

Thank you for all your support.

Mary

From don at anglesey.us  Tue Oct  6 11:09:03 2009
From: don at anglesey.us (Don)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:09:03 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910060822k59e25d78rf93e940c37d2f5d4@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP9731678A5307474C3905BCFDCE0@phx.gbl>

I did mine so that I still had the original matching numbers of the car.
However once you open the hood and see triple Weber's originality kind
of goes out the window.  It was also cheaper than sourcing a rebuilt BJ8
engine and needed parts at the time. The later 6-cyl engines have a
superior design to the early 100-6's.  
Don
57' BN4

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 9:23 AM
To: eric.frenken at brits-n-pieces.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine

Erik -

To be honest you can get more or less 3000 performance in your 100 6
by simply using a hotter cam and 2" carbs.  Upshot of this is your
mileage will be a little better too.

Unless you are racing, there's not much advantage to fiddling with the
100 6 block.

That's my feeling after thinking about it a little more.

Alan

From hgmiller3 at qwest.net  Tue Oct  6 11:18:20 2009
From: hgmiller3 at qwest.net (Herbert Miller)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 12:18:20 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] brake lines
Message-ID: <146e01ca46a9$008eb410$01ac1c30$@net>

I recall that someone on the list supplies pre-bent Healey brake lines. Can
someone help me find this source?

 

Herb Miller

From j.aeckerlin at gmail.com  Tue Oct  6 11:28:59 2009
From: j.aeckerlin at gmail.com (Jaap Aeckerlin)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 19:28:59 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Engine color paint
In-Reply-To: <F487BA0689FE490880363E9505C5A99F@tm>
References: <F487BA0689FE490880363E9505C5A99F@tm>
Message-ID: <4e23c7250910061028x3b7c4ec6xfe71927c9d28aa44@mail.gmail.com>

Tadek, why don't you buy the paint from Limora in Germany? I bought mine
there, no problems whatsoever.
Regards
Jack Aeckerlin, The Netherlands
1964 BJ8 29432

2009/10/5 Tadeusz Malkiewicz <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl>

> Hello,
>
>
>
> Does anyone have the recipe for the engine color mixture?
>
>
>
> Best, Tadek
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Oct  6 11:38:38 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 13:38:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 3000 Pistons
Message-ID: <3A664277081842D59434830EE0F2CCB9@LIFEBOOK>

Hello all,

I just removed the cylinder head from a tricarb 300 engine today and have
discovered pistons I've never seen before. The top of the pistons are flat but
with a raised surface that takes a good portion of the combustion chamber
area. The sides of the raised portion are on about a 45 degree angle up to a
total height of almost 1/4". I can't imagine what the compression ratio must
be, but the P.O. had been working with modifying a set of manifolds from an
HD6 carb setup, and had modified the inlet manifold to bolt up Webers. So
obviously the P.O. was after some pretty wild mods.
Anybody heard of pistons like this? There are no markings on the crowns except
a small circle about the size of a dime with numbers 1 thru 6 respectively.
I am trying to convince the present owner that we should bring things back to
normal pistons and carefully check out the cam shaft for signs of
modifications that may not be "streetable".

Rich Chrysler

From Editorgary at aol.com  Tue Oct  6 11:52:21 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 13:52:21 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Blocked transmissions, and unedited replies
Message-ID: <c48.45350a1d.37fcddd5@aol.com>

I get the messages via digest, so I have to scroll down through the whole 
message in order to get to the next message. In doing this I've noticed that 
many messages repeat every part of every previous message that was part of 
the reply to the reply to the reply to the reply.
Gentlemen -- and you ladies, as well:

Just because your particular e-mail system automatically includes every 
part of the previous message when you do your reply (we AOL people with our 
advanced online systems don't have that problem, incidentally), doesn't mean 
you can't delete all the previous stuff to remove all but the relevant part of 
the previous message to which you're replying.

This will dramatically cut the character count and help insure that your 
message doesn't run into the verbosity filter, and will also reduce the amount 
of scrolling us digest readers have to do.
Thanks.
gary

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct  6 11:55:14 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:55:14 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] brake lines
In-Reply-To: <146e01ca46a9$008eb410$01ac1c30$@net>
References: <146e01ca46a9$008eb410$01ac1c30$@net>
Message-ID: <010a01ca46ae$286ce740$7946b5c0$@net>

Go to:

http://www.vintage-sportscar-touring.ca/technical/brakelines.html

You will see a price list and ordering information. You will not be
disappointed. I use them.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Herbert Miller
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 1:18 PM
To: healeys
Subject: [Healeys] brake lines

I recall that someone on the list supplies pre-bent Healey brake lines. Can
someone help me find this source?



Herb Miller
_______________________________________________

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Tue Oct  6 12:01:50 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:01:50 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] brake lines
In-Reply-To: <146e01ca46a9$008eb410$01ac1c30$@net>
References: <146e01ca46a9$008eb410$01ac1c30$@net>
Message-ID: <784C8B95-8EE6-4DAC-9906-5A6B1B9CEF38@sbcglobal.net>

We have pre bent stainless steel brake lines for all the Healeys.
We also have the fuel lines available in stainless steel as well.




David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Oct 6, 2009, at 10:18 AM, Herbert Miller wrote:

> I recall that someone on the list supplies pre-bent Healey brake  
> lines. Can
> someone help me find this source?
>
>
>
> Herb Miller
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct  6 12:20:00 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 18:20:00 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Blocked transmissions, and unedited replies
In-Reply-To: <c48.45350a1d.37fcddd5@aol.com>
References: <c48.45350a1d.37fcddd5@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W505EE3EE23A432AB9988D7B8CE0@phx.gbl>

So you're saying that repetition is hard to digest?  ;)

> From: Editorgary at aol.com
>
> This will dramatically cut the character count and help insure that your
> message doesn't run into the verbosity filter, and will also reduce the
amount
> of scrolling us digest readers have to do.
> Thanks.
> gary

From rrengineer at dslextreme.com  Tue Oct  6 12:22:50 2009
From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:22:50 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] brake lines
In-Reply-To: <146e01ca46a9$008eb410$01ac1c30$@net>
References: <146e01ca46a9$008eb410$01ac1c30$@net>
Message-ID: <d49b03130910061122l5947df9bl9abfc1935351572b@mail.gmail.com>

http://www.vintage-sportscar-touring.ca/technical/brakelines.html

Mike MacLean
56 BN2
60 AN5

On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 10:18 AM, Herbert Miller <hgmiller3 at qwest.net> wrote:

> I recall that someone on the list supplies pre-bent Healey brake lines. Can
> someone help me find this source?
>
>
>
> Herb Miller
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From neilberg at telus.net  Tue Oct  6 12:57:37 2009
From: neilberg at telus.net (Neil Trelenberg)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:57:37 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Micro Camera Shows the Workings of a Combustion Engine....
Message-ID: <2083B81D-E095-447D-BB82-7F31EBE0A8EB@telus.net>

The subject line says it all....

http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/10/micro_camera_shows_the_working/

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Tue Oct  6 14:08:58 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:08:58 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Engine color paint
In-Reply-To: <4e23c7250910061028x3b7c4ec6xfe71927c9d28aa44@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8691D598796342E5B9A36984DF3B85D4@tm>

Jaap, Andrea and all,

 

Many thanks for the engine pain tips - the paint is not for me (I bought
mine in UK already) but for a friend of mine restoring a Healey in Poland. I
thought it might be easier to find a formula of the paint instead of
importing the paint but I guess it's not possible.

 

Best, Tadek

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Tue Oct  6 14:17:30 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 16:17:30 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] brake lines
Message-ID: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/6/2009 4:13:39 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
rrengineer at dslextreme.com writes:

http://www.vintage-sportscar-touring.ca/technical/brakelines.html


Doug is THE MAN!  You cannot do better.
 
Best--Michael Oritt

From pyoas at yahoo.com  Tue Oct  6 14:49:36 2009
From: pyoas at yahoo.com (Patrick Yoas)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 13:49:36 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Subject:  Healey 3000 Pistons
Message-ID: <402115.36332.qm@web112501.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Rich,
I believe what you have are "turbulator" pistons and are about 1 full
compression ratio compared to stock. I installed a set in a car and knew of a
couple of Healey owners who did the same. I believe they were made by Jahns.
It was in the mid '70's when I did this.
Patrick
 
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 3000 Pistons
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <3A664277081842D59434830EE0F2CCB9 at LIFEBOOK>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

Hello all,

I just removed the cylinder head from a tricarb 300 engine today and have
discovered pistons I've never seen before. The top of the pistons are flat
but
with a raised surface that takes a good portion of the combustion chamber
area. The sides of the raised portion are on about a 45 degree angle up to a
total height of almost 1/4". I can't imagine what the compression ratio must
be, but the P.O. had been working with modifying a set of manifolds from an
HD6 carb setup, and had modified the inlet manifold to bolt up Webers. So
obviously the P.O. was after some pretty wild mods.
Anybody heard of pistons like this? There are no markings on the crowns
except
a small circle about the size of a dime with numbers 1 thru 6 respectively.
I am trying to convince the present owner that we should bring things back to
normal pistons and carefully check out the cam shaft for signs of
modifications that may not be "streetable".

Rich Chrysler

From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Tue Oct  6 16:36:28 2009
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 15:36:28 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Subject:  Healey 3000 Pistons
In-Reply-To: <402115.36332.qm@web112501.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <402115.36332.qm@web112501.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D0341FE11@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Exactly right. Turbulator pistons are clearly shown and mentioned in the
Hollywood Sports Cars engine buildup in 1961 found in the 1962 Hot Rod
Yearbook.
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

From peter.svilans at rogers.com  Tue Oct  6 17:07:27 2009
From: peter.svilans at rogers.com (Peter Svilans)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 19:07:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 3000 Pistons
Message-ID: <000801ca46d9$c62a7800$6401a8c0@9535DEE118EC44B>

The Turbulator pistons are shown in the article "Healey's Six-Slug Slugger" in
Sports Car Graphic for August 1961.

For what its worth, the picture caption says "Pop-up Turbulator pistons are
optional".  The article describes in detail the tuning of the six-cylinder
Healeys, and covered all the many competition options available at the time
(including magnesium-rim wire wheels).  The work was done at Hollywood Sports
Cars, who ran a very successful 100-Six race car.

Peter

From csooch1 at aol.com  Tue Oct  6 17:16:16 2009
From: csooch1 at aol.com (Chris Masucci)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 18:16:16 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Subject:  Healey 3000 Pistons
In-Reply-To: <402115.36332.qm@web112501.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <402115.36332.qm@web112501.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <3E59AF8AADA34BB3A82EB4D1DA1A95D2@ChrisPC>

Rich,

If you remove them and they are still in usable condition, I am interested
in taking them off your hands.  If the owner decides to go with stock
pistons, let me know and we will see if we can work something out.

Cheers,
Chris
BJ8 

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Patrick Yoas
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 3:50 PM
To: Healey Forum
Subject: [Healeys] Subject: Healey 3000 Pistons

Rich,
I believe what you have are "turbulator" pistons and are about 1 full
compression ratio compared to stock. I installed a set in a car and knew of
a couple of Healey owners who did the same. I believe they were made by
Jahns.
It was in the mid '70's when I did this.
Patrick
 
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 3000 Pistons
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <3A664277081842D59434830EE0F2CCB9 at LIFEBOOK>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

Hello all,

I just removed the cylinder head from a tricarb 300 engine today and have
discovered pistons I've never seen before. The top of the pistons are flat
but with a raised surface that takes a good portion of the combustion
chamber area. The sides of the raised portion are on about a 45 degree angle
up to a total height of almost 1/4". I can't imagine what the compression
ratio must be, but the P.O. had been working with modifying a set of
manifolds from an
HD6 carb setup, and had modified the inlet manifold to bolt up Webers. So
obviously the P.O. was after some pretty wild mods.
Anybody heard of pistons like this? There are no markings on the crowns
except a small circle about the size of a dime with numbers 1 thru 6
respectively.
I am trying to convince the present owner that we should bring things back
to normal pistons and carefully check out the cam shaft for signs of
modifications that may not be "streetable".

Rich Chrysler
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Tue Oct  6 17:26:43 2009
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ron Ray)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 18:26:43 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Subject:  Healey 3000 Pistons
In-Reply-To: <402115.36332.qm@web112501.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <402115.36332.qm@web112501.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <000001ca46dc$77439e30$65cada90$@net>

Rich,
 
I have similar pistons in my 1959 3000, which I installed back in the early
1970s. They produce a 10:1 compression ratio, which was great at the time
but means an octane additive with today's gasoline.  One could obtain
pistons with the raised area slightly larger than the combustion chamber in
the head, and then file/machine the raised portion of the piston down so
that it's footprint matched the combustion chamber, less the necessary
clearances.
 
The theory was (maybe still is) that internal combustion engines are more
efficient at higher compression ratios, although my experience is that any
increased in fuel efficiency is quickly offset by the driver's right foot
once the added performance is discovered.
 
I suspect you are correct in that the camshaft is not standard.  Again, back
in the early 1970s, the "thing to do" was to mate a 280 degree cam with the
pistons, which I did.  Both are still in use today with no problems.  I
think the only issue the current driver has is understanding the need for an
octane additive.
 
Ron
 
 
 
Subject: [Healeys] Healey 3000 Pistons
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <3A664277081842D59434830EE0F2CCB9 at LIFEBOOK>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
 
Hello all,
 
I just removed the cylinder head from a tricarb 300 engine today and have
discovered pistons I've never seen before. The top of the pistons are flat
but
with a raised surface that takes a good portion of the combustion chamber
area. The sides of the raised portion are on about a 45 degree angle up to a
total height of almost 1/4". I can't imagine what the compression ratio must
be, but the P.O. had been working with modifying a set of manifolds from an
HD6 carb setup, and had modified the inlet manifold to bolt up Webers. So
obviously the P.O. was after some pretty wild mods.
Anybody heard of pistons like this? There are no markings on the crowns
except
a small circle about the size of a dime with numbers 1 thru 6 respectively.
I am trying to convince the present owner that we should bring things back
to
normal pistons and carefully check out the cam shaft for signs of
modifications that may not be "streetable".
 
Rich Chrysler

From mayorrichard at hotmail.com  Tue Oct  6 17:43:04 2009
From: mayorrichard at hotmail.com (richard mayor)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 23:43:04 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
References: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
Message-ID: <COL106-W48DA04D543090E365C21CAC0CE0@phx.gbl>

I recommend going to a 3000 block. While it is possible to bore out the 100-6
block you risk having problems with too thin cylinder walls. The 100-6 crank
and cylinder head (6 port) are identical to the 3000 so you can use all of
your 100-6 bits with a 3000 block. You just need new pistons. The later 100-6
rods are the same as the 3000 also.  In the case you or anyone else is
interested, I have a bare 3000 block for sale. Contact me off list,  Richard
Mayor, Portland, Oregon rm at richardmayor.com

> From: lists at brits-n-pieces.com
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 18:43:51 +0200
> Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
>
> Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be exact,
it
> is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.
>
> What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to make
> this work?
>
> All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.
>
> Eric
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From shepard7107 at msn.com  Tue Oct  6 18:17:31 2009
From: shepard7107 at msn.com (Michael Shepard)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 20:17:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Henry N.Manney III, was Crumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY113-DS2C080C411221FA155C3BCBDCD0@phx.gbl>

My favorite was Dick O'Kane  who said "carburettor is a French word which
means 'leave it alone" !. I still love to read my 1970 copy of "Stories of
Road & Track". I was 16 and just thought that O'Kane, Manney and Walker were
terrific.

Michael
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: HealeyRick<mailto:healeyrick at yahoo.com>
  To: healeys at autox.team.net<mailto:healeys at autox.team.net>
  Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 8:28 PM
  Subject: [Healeys] Henry N.Manney III, was Crumpet Catchers


  Interesting those phrases you remember from your youth.  I was a huge Henry
N.
  Manney fan.  And over at C&D, I tended to favor Warren Weith. Rob Walker
used
  to deliver such great GP reports, felt I was in the pits even though the
  checkered rlag had dropped three months earlier.  I miss their prose,
although
  am still a lover of Peter Egan and Burt Levy.  Any other favorite writers
out
  there?

  Yr Fthfl Srvnt,
  Rick
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Tue Oct  6 18:56:32 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 20:56:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
In-Reply-To: <010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
References: <001101ca4555$94ef06f0$becd14d0$@net>
	<010901ca45db$04ceb350$0e6c19f0$@com>
Message-ID: <001201ca46e9$03b7c560$0b275020$@com>

Hi Eric,
Absolutely not. The 100/6 block does not have sufficient material in the
bores to accommodate the 3000 bore and the results of trying to make this
work can be catastrophic.
I have attached some photographs of an engine that was sold to me as a
freshly rebuild 3000 race engine. It didn't last 1 lap!!


Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Eric Frenken
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 12:44 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine

Is it possible to convert a 100/6 engine into a 3000 engine? To be exact, it
is a 100/6 engine with 12 port head.

What do I have to do (rebore, pistons, crankshaft???, valves, etc.) to make
this work?

All recommendations, warnings and tips are welcome.

Eric
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From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Tue Oct  6 19:13:27 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 18:13:27 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Henry N.Manney III, was Crumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <BAY113-DS2C080C411221FA155C3BCBDCD0@phx.gbl>
References: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<BAY113-DS2C080C411221FA155C3BCBDCD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910061813o749e2887i9e4008f8cd158dc3@mail.gmail.com>

After more than 40 years in the automotive business I still use some of the
lessons I learned from Dick O'Kane. (fuel, air spark, right place, right
time, right amount)
How can you not love a book that starts off by telling you that you need to
own 2 copies, one to read at home and one to keep in the car when it
breaks?  Or has a chapter that starts off with "What is the most useless
thing you can think of?  A bird cage full of bat manure?... Rating right up
in there is the average foreign car owner's tool kit.
Or has a chapter entitled "Why if Britannica rules the waves, will her cars
not go though a puddle?"

I need to pull out a copy of How to Repair Your Foreign Car (A guide for
your wife, the beginner, and the mechanically inept) and read it again.
Take this as fact, if you ever see a copy of any book written by O'Kane, buy
it.  You will thank me when you stop laughing.
Rick

On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 5:17 PM, Michael Shepard <shepard7107 at msn.com> wrote:

> My favorite was Dick O'Kane  who said "carburettor is a French word which
> means 'leave it alone" !. I still love to read my 1970 copy of "Stories of
> Road & Track". I was 16 and just thought that O'Kane, Manney and Walker
> were
> terrific.

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct  6 20:03:45 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:03:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Henry N.Manney III, was Crumpet Catchers
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10910061813o749e2887i9e4008f8cd158dc3@mail.gmail.com>
References: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<BAY113-DS2C080C411221FA155C3BCBDCD0@phx.gbl>
	<a3b984e10910061813o749e2887i9e4008f8cd158dc3@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <014501ca46f2$673a1490$35ae3db0$@net>

This book is available on Amazon.com. New costs 98 bucks. Used anywhere from
17 bucks on up dependent upon condition. I just bought what I hope to be a
good used one. I am sure that there are other places that may have copies.
All signs are pointing to a wet and cold winter (meaning snow) so I will
have something to do other than watch TV  or get aggravated trying to get
that last nut in an obscure place tightened.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Richard Ewald
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 9:13 PM
To: Michael Shepard
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Henry N.Manney III, was Crumpet Catchers

After more than 40 years in the automotive business I still use some of the
lessons I learned from Dick O'Kane. (fuel, air spark, right place, right
time, right amount)
How can you not love a book that starts off by telling you that you need to
own 2 copies, one to read at home and one to keep in the car when it
breaks?  Or has a chapter that starts off with "What is the most useless
thing you can think of?  A bird cage full of bat manure?... Rating right up
in there is the average foreign car owner's tool kit.
Or has a chapter entitled "Why if Britannica rules the waves, will her cars
not go though a puddle?"

I need to pull out a copy of How to Repair Your Foreign Car (A guide for
your wife, the beginner, and the mechanically inept) and read it again.
Take this as fact, if you ever see a copy of any book written by O'Kane, buy
it.  You will thank me when you stop laughing.
Rick

From helyjohn at cablespeed.com  Tue Oct  6 20:17:30 2009
From: helyjohn at cablespeed.com (John Snyder)
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 19:17:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Henry N.Manney III, was Crumpet Catchers
References: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<BAY113-DS2C080C411221FA155C3BCBDCD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <6EA9DC1170184F87BA949A68A77BD881@FRED>

For those of you who were/are fans of Henery Manney; Road & Track published 
a book titled "Henry Manney At Large & Abroad".  This book has every article 
by Henery in it.

This book was reprinted from Road & Track  and distributed by :

  Brooklands Book Distribution
  Holmerise, Seven Hills Road
  Cobham,  Surrey KT 11  1ES
  England

  Road & Track
 1499 Monrovia
 Newport Beach
 California 92663, USA

My copy is not for sale :-)

John Snyder

From dwflagg at juno.com  Wed Oct  7 08:41:39 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 10:41:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-4 Distributor Caps
Message-ID: <20091007.074229.21355.10596@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>

Original, dome topped Lucas caps for the 100-4 are extremely hard to find
any very expensive. I have a period, English made cap that is identical
to the Lucas, including the "REMOVE TO OIL". It includes the wire nuts
and terminal washers as per original, and is black. Rich has already told
me that it will not be accepted for concours, but for those who want the
OEM look at a reasonable price, contact me off the list. 

Doug
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From qualitas.jack at gmail.com  Wed Oct  7 09:10:18 2009
From: qualitas.jack at gmail.com (Jack Feldman)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 10:10:18 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Inexpensive Manuals on CD
Message-ID: <48720d20910070810x34709223m72d244cc57337c43@mail.gmail.com>

Just got two CDs from England. The Service Manual and Parts Manual for my
BT7.They cost $4.75 each plus combined shipping on eBay. Each disk contians
one .pdf file containing the whole manual. If you remember my problems with
the Heritage Trust CDs, these have none of their problems. I used XP and
Firefox, but unlike the Heritage Trust, it should work on Adobe and Vista.

To find them search for AUSTIN HEALEY 100-SIX & 3000 56-68 WORKSHOP MANUAL
CD<http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360193319139&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT>.
The vendor is *rubytuesday47*. That will lead you to their store and a list
of available manuals. .

For some reason they don't have the MGB, but they do have some of the the
earlier MGs. Check out their store to see if there is one you can use.

One minor issue. Since the manuals are paginated by letters and the readers
list pages,, it can be a bit hard to navigate. Just takes a little patience.


Naturally, the usual disclaimers apply. The only thing I got out of the
transaction was satisfaction.

Jack
1960  BT7
1969 MGC
1972 MGBGT
(and I love them all)

From simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk  Thu Oct  8 09:57:08 2009
From: simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk (Simon Lachlan)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 16:57:08 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Inexpensive Manuals on CD
In-Reply-To: <48720d20910070810x34709223m72d244cc57337c43@mail.gmail.com>
References: <48720d20910070810x34709223m72d244cc57337c43@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000301ca482f$fe51ffd0$faf5ff70$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>

I think that I got mine from these guys.....it was a while back. Anyhow, I
took the "security" out of the .pdf and put in my own bookmarks. Over the
time I've had it I've been able to incorporate my own notes, additions,
photos, info from this site etcetc. Makes for a useful tool. Not entirely
sure about the legal niceties of doing this, but I haven't sold it on or
anything like that, so I assume(!) that there are no issues.
Simon

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Jack Feldman
Sent: 07 October 2009 16:10
To: healeys at autox.team.net; mgs at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Inexpensive Manuals on CD

Just got two CDs from England. The Service Manual and Parts Manual for my
BT7.They cost $4.75 each plus combined shipping on eBay. Each disk contians
one .pdf file containing the whole manual. If you remember my problems with
the Heritage Trust CDs, these have none of their problems. I used XP and
Firefox, but unlike the Heritage Trust, it should work on Adobe and Vista.

To find them search for AUSTIN HEALEY 100-SIX & 3000 56-68 WORKSHOP MANUAL
CD<http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360193319139&ssPageNam
e=STRK:MEWNX:IT>.
The vendor is *rubytuesday47*. That will lead you to their store and a list
of available manuals. .

For some reason they don't have the MGB, but they do have some of the the
earlier MGs. Check out their store to see if there is one you can use.

One minor issue. Since the manuals are paginated by letters and the readers
list pages,, it can be a bit hard to navigate. Just takes a little patience.


Naturally, the usual disclaimers apply. The only thing I got out of the
transaction was satisfaction.

Jack

From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Wed Oct  7 11:21:08 2009
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 10:21:08 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
References: <C9EBD32E-7DDF-41F2-B3E2-E48AB331D063@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <317414.47209.qm@web50005.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

I was at the Mecum auction and saw the two cars up close.  The blue Healey (while touted as a ground up) had a fair amount of wear in the carpet and trim.  The top appeared to be new but was very poorly fitted and didn't seal well along the windshield.  Several items in the engine compartment were not original and the wiring seemed to be pieced together in places.  The respray had some issues as well.  I don't know how long ago the restoration had been done.  If it was recent, it wasn't concours by any stretch of the imagination.  If done a while ago, several repairs had been attempted and unfortunately not to a newly restored finish.  At $39K, it would have been a fair buy for the buyer and a good sale for the seller.

The Kurt Tanner restored Healey was in much better condition.  While not typical Healey colors, it was a beautifully appointed car.  The bonnet was down as was the top so I couldn't inspect this one as closely.  I wonder how long ago Tanner did this car?  Regardless, it was very well done and very well maintained.  It would have been a great buy at $61 and a loosing sale for the seller at that price.  The car should get more money at a better venue.  

There was also a '67 BRG E-Type that came up for auction and didn't sell.  This was a beautiful V-12 car.  That was it for British iron.

In the end, I think the Mecum auction was just the wrong venue for British cars.  There were some absolutely gorgeous American muscle and classics on display.  

Cheers,
Carlos Cruz





________________________________
From: Randy Hicks <Healey100M at gmail.com>
To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sat, October 3, 2009 10:52:22 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum

The Healeys are not selling at the Mecum Auction.

The light green Tanner BJ8 only bid to $61,000 and and a "groiund-up"  
restored Healey Blue BJ8 only bid to $39,000. Neither Sold.

Probably not the right venue for Healey's but all the muscle cars are  
really selling low when they sell. Lots are not.

Randy

Randy Hicks
'56 100M
'55 BN1 Dealer LeMans
'62 BN7 MkII
'65 BJ8
'53 MGTD
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct  7 12:19:35 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 18:19:35 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <4ACBF8EB.14733.151DE44@kk7ss.verizon.net>
References: <4ACBF8EB.14733.151DE44@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W52E55821AED0FAC1563109B8CD0@phx.gbl>


From pieters at pt.lu  Wed Oct  7 12:39:29 2009
From: pieters at pt.lu (Pieter and Linda)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 20:39:29 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] freight agents ( no Healey content)
Message-ID: <D6E95DE4-E9DC-4896-8322-F4BA4C29A22D@pt.lu>

A friend is looking at buying a BSA motorbike from california and  
having it shipped either here to Luxembourg or to family in Scotland.  
Can anyone recommend a safe and not overly expensive way of doing this,
cheers
Pieter

From Editorgary at aol.com  Wed Oct  7 12:44:16 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 14:44:16 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
Message-ID: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/7/09 11:31:51 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


> I need to pull out a copy of How to Repair Your Foreign Car (A guide for
> your wife, the beginner, and the mechanically inept) and read it again.
> Take this as fact, if you ever see a copy of any book written by O'Kane,
> buy
> it.  You will thank me when you stop laughing.
> Rick
>
>
Rick,
I'm trusting your recommendation -- went to alibris.com and found the book
for sale at a whole range of prices and conditions. While I was there, I did
a search on L.J.K. Setright and found his "The Social History of Cars" so I
ordered that too. Both books for total of $35. Silly to put in orders for
less than $30.
Finding old racing and auto classics has gotten so much easier since the
internet booksellers started up. Used to be that I had to wait for my annual
trips to London to hit the used auto booksellers.

Thanks for the recco.
Best
Gary

From Editorgary at aol.com  Wed Oct  7 12:46:18 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 14:46:18 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Unacceptable Dizzy caps
Message-ID: <c16.6f38a8d3.37fe3bfa@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/7/09 11:31:51 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> Rich has already told
> me that it will not be accepted for concours, but for those who want the
> OEM look at a reasonable price, contact me off the list.
> 
> Doug
> 

"not accepted" is a strong term. More accurately, the lack of the Lucas 
logo on the cap would result in a small deduction on originality.
Gary

From Editorgary at aol.com  Wed Oct  7 12:50:41 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 14:50:41 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Computer-readable parts manuals
Message-ID: <ced.64fbda5c.37fe3d01@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/7/09 11:31:51 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> Just got two CDs from England. The Service Manual and Parts Manual for my
> BT7.They cost $4.75 each plus combined shipping on eBay. Each disk 
> contians
> one .pdf file containing the whole manual.
> 
Here's a thought: take that computer that you just replaced with an upscale 
this-year's model and put it out in the workshop/garage. Cover the keyboard 
with Saran wrap to minimize grease and junk in the keys. Use it to store 
digital photos of your car as you disassemble it, keep your maintenance 
records, and cross-reference all your references and information with the part 
number and pdf page number. Presto, a complete working record of your 
restoration. If you hook it up to the internet, you can even order parts and put in 
queries on this list. And all of that can be done on any computer made in the 
last ten years, I think.
Gary

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct  7 13:03:42 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 19:03:42 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W52E55821AED0FAC1563109B8CD0@phx.gbl>
References: <4ACBF8EB.14733.151DE44@kk7ss.verizon.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W32E0ACC1BB84183DD7850CB8CD0@phx.gbl>

Well, plain text didn't work so well ...

( let's try again with rich text. )


http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8292089.stm

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Oct  7 13:18:57 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 14:18:57 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum
In-Reply-To: <317414.47209.qm@web50005.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20091007141857.VHCLM.181096.root@ispmxfep13-z02>

1967--V12??  Not if it was original.

Tom

---- Carlos Cruz <healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com> wrote: 

=============
I was at the Mecum auction and saw the two cars up close.  The blue Healey (while touted as a ground up) had a fair amount of wear in the carpet and trim.  The top appeared to be new but was very poorly fitted and didn't seal well along the windshield.  Several items in the engine compartment were not original and the wiring seemed to be pieced together in places.  The respray had some issues as well.  I don't know how long ago the restoration had been done.  If it was recent, it wasn't concours by any stretch of the imagination.  If done a while ago, several repairs had been attempted and unfortunately not to a newly restored finish.  At $39K, it would have been a fair buy for the buyer and a good sale for the seller.

The Kurt Tanner restored Healey was in much better condition.  While not typical Healey colors, it was a beautifully appointed car.  The bonnet was down as was the top so I couldn't inspect this one as closely.  I wonder how long ago Tanner did this car?  Regardless, it was very well done and very well maintained.  It would have been a great buy at $61 and a loosing sale for the seller at that price.  The car should get more money at a better venue.  

There was also a '67 BRG E-Type that came up for auction and didn't sell.  This was a beautiful V-12 car.  That was it for British iron.

In the end, I think the Mecum auction was just the wrong venue for British cars.  There were some absolutely gorgeous American muscle and classics on display.  

Cheers,
Carlos Cruz





________________________________
From: Randy Hicks <Healey100M at gmail.com>
To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sat, October 3, 2009 10:52:22 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys at Mecum

The Healeys are not selling at the Mecum Auction.

The light green Tanner BJ8 only bid to $61,000 and and a "groiund-up"  
restored Healey Blue BJ8 only bid to $39,000. Neither Sold.

Probably not the right venue for Healey's but all the muscle cars are  
really selling low when they sell. Lots are not.

Randy

Randy Hicks
'56 100M
'55 BN1 Dealer LeMans
'62 BN7 MkII
'65 BJ8
'53 MGTD
Healey100M at gmail.com
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From bcrist at club-internet.fr  Wed Oct  7 13:28:49 2009
From: bcrist at club-internet.fr (Bernard Cristalli)
Date: Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:28:49 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] freight agents (no Healey content)
In-Reply-To: <D6E95DE4-E9DC-4896-8322-F4BA4C29A22D@pt.lu>
References: <D6E95DE4-E9DC-4896-8322-F4BA4C29A22D@pt.lu>
Message-ID: <4ACCEBF1.10107@club-internet.fr>

Peter,

Contact Christopher Lemire at Titan Int'l
<christopher at titanship.com>

Always been correct, and cheap for me.
Tell him I sent you.

TITAN INTERNATIONAL
LAX
16905 CHERIE PLACE
CARSON CA 90746
Phone: +1 (310) 638-2110
Fax: +1 (310) 638-2117

No affiliation,

Bernard


Pieter and Linda a icrit :
> A friend is looking at buying a BSA motorbike from california and 
> having it shipped either here to Luxembourg or to family in Scotland. 
> Can anyone recommend a safe and not overly expensive way of doing this,
> cheers
> Pieter
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From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct  7 13:32:02 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 12:32:02 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W32E0ACC1BB84183DD7850CB8CD0@phx.gbl>
References: <4ACBF8EB.14733.151DE44@kk7ss.verizon.net>
	<BAY112-W52E55821AED0FAC1563109B8CD0@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W32E0ACC1BB84183DD7850CB8CD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <471534970910071232u2bef0d3cm2d02321879811c7f@mail.gmail.com>

(*Checking the last item off the list*)

Well, it's now official. *Everything* I do is bad for me, short of my
morning glass of grapefruit juice, and the acid in that is probably
eating my insides out or something.

But seriously, who gets to drive a convertible for 7 to 8 hours a day?
And more importantly, how do I get to be him?!

Jody

On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 12:03 PM,  <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> Well, plain text didn't work so well ...
>
> ( let's try again with rich text. )
>
>
> http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8292089.stm
> _______________________________________________



-- 
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1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on ebay!

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from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent
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From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Wed Oct  7 14:20:16 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 13:20:16 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
Message-ID: <12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>

Tell you what. If you don't laugh out loud at that book. I'll buy it  
from you. 

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Wed Oct  7 14:22:51 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 16:22:51 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Unacceptable Dizzy caps
References: <c16.6f38a8d3.37fe3bfa@aol.com>
Message-ID: <41CA981E2DF1452890A1C56D617F37C5@LIFEBOOK>

And that is, I believe how I stated it. There would be an appropriate 
deduction for an other than original specified Lucas cap.

Rich
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <Editorgary at aol.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 2:46 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Unacceptable Dizzy caps


> In a message dated 10/7/09 11:31:51 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
> writes:
>
>
>> Rich has already told
>> me that it will not be accepted for concours, but for those who want the
>> OEM look at a reasonable price, contact me off the list.
>>
>> Doug
>>
>
> "not accepted" is a strong term. More accurately, the lack of the Lucas
> logo on the cap would result in a small deduction on originality.
> Gary
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From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Wed Oct  7 14:45:24 2009
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Len and/or Marge Hartnett)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 13:45:24 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W32E0ACC1BB84183DD7850CB8CD0@phx.gbl>
References: <4ACBF8EB.14733.151DE44@kk7ss.verizon.net>
	<BAY112-W32E0ACC1BB84183DD7850CB8CD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <B0C02BF3CA8B4BCF9261FD50071E4DC9@LeonardPCPC>

CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW?

    ;-)

(The Other) Len
Vacaville, CA, USA
1967 AH 3000 MkIII, HBJ8L39031


----- Original Message -----
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 12:03 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] What's that you say ??


> Well, plain text didn't work so well ...
>
> ( let's try again with rich text. )
>
>
> http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8292089.stm
> _______________________________________________

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Wed Oct  7 14:48:04 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:48:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <021301ca478f$77d95e30$678c1a90$@net>

Cut it out. I bought it off of Amazon last night and now you are forcing me
to sit at the mail box waiting for it.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Richard Ewald
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 4:20 PM
To: Editorgary at aol.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book

Tell you what. If you don't laugh out loud at that book. I'll buy it
from you.

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct  7 15:44:22 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 21:44:22 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <1229859470.1225231254947276494.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <486892027.1255721254951862568.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

re: "who gets to drive a convertible for 7 to 8 hours a day?" 


On my annual road trip I drive my BJ8 8-10 hrs/day for a week or more. 

Considering ear plugs. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jody Kerr" <jodyfkerr at gmail.com> 
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca 
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2009 12:32:02 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: Re: [Healeys] What's that you say ?? 

(*Checking the last item off the list*) 

Well, it's now official. *Everything* I do is bad for me, short of my 
morning glass of grapefruit juice, and the acid in that is probably 
eating my insides out or something. 

But seriously, who gets to drive a convertible for 7 to 8 hours a day? 
And more importantly, how do I get to be him?! 

Jody 

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct  7 16:02:38 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 22:02:38 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <B0C02BF3CA8B4BCF9261FD50071E4DC9@LeonardPCPC>
References: <4ACBF8EB.14733.151DE44@kk7ss.verizon.net>
	<BAY112-W32E0ACC1BB84183DD7850CB8CD0@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W367823C60777847EA6E9B4B8CD0@phx.gbl>

No, but I read you loud and clear!  ;)

> From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net
>
> CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW?
>
> ;-)
>
> (The Other) Len
> Vacaville, CA, USA
> 1967 AH 3000 MkIII, HBJ8L39031
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
>
> > Well, plain text didn't work so well ...
> >
> > ( let's try again with rich text. )
> >
> >
> > http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8292089.stm

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Wed Oct  7 16:21:54 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:21:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <486892027.1255721254951862568.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1229859470.1225231254947276494.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<486892027.1255721254951862568.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <025b01ca479c$93883d10$ba98b730$@net>

Could be worse. We could be one of those idiots who have every conceivable
space in their car wired with speakers that one would find in an outdoor
concert blasting away at a bizzilion decibels with the windows up or the
other nuts who have their iPods turned up so loud that their poor taste in
music can be heard from across the street even when the ear pieces are
jammed tightly in their ears. Wonder if their deafness in their old age will
be covered under the new health care plan when that happens.

And, by the way, Jody. If you are taking statins for cholesterol, you should
not be drinking grapefruit juice. That combo can be deadly.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 5:44 PM
To: Jody Kerr
Cc: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] What's that you say ??

re: "who gets to drive a convertible for 7 to 8 hours a day?"


On my annual road trip I drive my BJ8 8-10 hrs/day for a week or more.

Considering ear plugs.


bs

--------------------------------
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jody Kerr" <jodyfkerr at gmail.com>
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2009 12:32:02 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Re: [Healeys] What's that you say ??

(*Checking the last item off the list*)

Well, it's now official. *Everything* I do is bad for me, short of my
morning glass of grapefruit juice, and the acid in that is probably
eating my insides out or something.

But seriously, who gets to drive a convertible for 7 to 8 hours a day?
And more importantly, how do I get to be him?!

Jody
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Wed Oct  7 16:25:59 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 15:25:59 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders
Message-ID: <173126440910071525k293d36bam277886728558f661@mail.gmail.com>

hello wise ones,There is a guy on ebay selling what look like very clean
front and rear fiberglass fenders for a BT7 Looks like the 4 of them could
be had for around $425.00 with shipping. I have the typical rust front and
rear. Anyone care to chime in with an opinion? I do have a set of
replacement doglegs fro the rear, but have not looked into getting them
welded.  My front fenders are rusted through along the bottom edge. I know
that typically means more rust....

-- 
I Erbs
59 BT7
Portland, OR

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Wed Oct  7 16:51:43 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 18:51:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <486892027.1255721254951862568.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1229859470.1225231254947276494.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<486892027.1255721254951862568.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <005701ca47a0$bdedfaf0$39c9f0d0$@rr.com>

Over the 25 years I have owned my BJ8, I have very frequently had occasion
to drive the car on trips of 8 hours or longer (the record so far was 843
miles in one go from Pensacola, FL to Havelock, NC, 15 hours).  Traffic
other than semi-trucks and motorcycles do not bother me, but for those I
usually just stick my finger in my left ear when I see one approaching.
After I get tired of that, I have an earplug in the ashtray that can take
over.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 5:44 PM
To: Jody Kerr
Cc: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] What's that you say ??

re: "who gets to drive a convertible for 7 to 8 hours a day?" 


On my annual road trip I drive my BJ8 8-10 hrs/day for a week or more. 

Considering ear plugs. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct  7 17:05:25 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 23:05:25 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders
In-Reply-To: <173126440910071525k293d36bam277886728558f661@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <2091812495.1289531254956725256.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

I'd repair your 'real' wings. 

BTW, be sure to use the rear dogleg repairs from Kilmartin--they have the original wrapped-wire edge. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "I Erbs" <eyera3 at gmail.com> 
To: "healey help" <healeys at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2009 3:25:59 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders 

hello wise ones,There is a guy on ebay selling what look like very clean 
front and rear fiberglass fenders for a BT7 Looks like the 4 of them could 
be had for around $425.00 with shipping. I have the typical rust front and 
rear. Anyone care to chime in with an opinion? I do have a set of 
replacement doglegs fro the rear, but have not looked into getting them 
welded. My front fenders are rusted through along the bottom edge. I know 
that typically means more rust.... 

-- 
I Erbs 
59 BT7 
Portland, OR 

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Wed Oct  7 17:11:48 2009
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins )
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 23:11:48 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders
Message-ID: <BLU117-DS2ED49495A16BF7D5F6C22BFCD0@phx.gbl>

My BN7 has glass wings on all four corners. Can't tell the difference on a
driver car. Magnets won't stick which does give a hint.
RVC of KY
BN7 #440
------Original Message------
From: I Erbs
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders
Sent: Oct 7, 2009 17:25

hello wise ones,There is a guy on ebay selling what look like very clean
 front and rear fiberglass fenders for a BT7 Looks like the 4 of them could
 be had for around $425.00 with shipping. I have the typical rust front and
 rear. Anyone care to chime in with an opinion? I do have a set of
 replacement doglegs fro the rear, but have not looked into getting them
 welded.  My front fenders are rusted through along the bottom edge. I know
 that typically means more rust....

 --
 I Erbs
 59 BT7
 Portland, OR
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From qualitas.jack at gmail.com  Wed Oct  7 17:18:16 2009
From: qualitas.jack at gmail.com (Jack Feldman)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 18:18:16 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Whats That You Say
Message-ID: <48720d20910071618od4f7f03n753694ccd1a65b9e@mail.gmail.com>

The noise doesn't bother me. I turn off my hearing aids.

Jack

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Wed Oct  7 18:02:26 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 20:02:26 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders
References: <BLU117-DS2ED49495A16BF7D5F6C22BFCD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <7CBC4087651C486BBE08B016F27A258C@LIFEBOOK>

Tell folks they're aluminum. <grin>
Rich
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Collins " <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
To: "I Erbs " <eyera3 at gmail.com>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 7:11 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders


> My BN7 has glass wings on all four corners. Can't tell the difference on a
> driver car. Magnets won't stick which does give a hint.
> RVC of KY
> BN7 #440
> ------Original Message------
> From: I Erbs
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders
> Sent: Oct 7, 2009 17:25
>
> hello wise ones,There is a guy on ebay selling what look like very clean
> front and rear fiberglass fenders for a BT7 Looks like the 4 of them could
> be had for around $425.00 with shipping. I have the typical rust front and
> rear. Anyone care to chime in with an opinion? I do have a set of
> replacement doglegs fro the rear, but have not looked into getting them
> welded.  My front fenders are rusted through along the bottom edge. I know
> that typically means more rust....
>
> --
> I Erbs
> 59 BT7
> Portland, OR
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From rjswain at hotmail.com  Wed Oct  7 18:18:16 2009
From: rjswain at hotmail.com (Rick Swain)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:18:16 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] fiberglass fenders
In-Reply-To: <BLU117-DS2ED49495A16BF7D5F6C22BFCD0@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU117-DS2ED49495A16BF7D5F6C22BFCD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <SNT124-W18E67864E6D293BCC5806BB5CC0@phx.gbl>

My '59 BN4 had fiberglass fenders. They fit fine and looked good. However,
because of the thickness of the fiberglass, about 1/4" had been taken off the
edges of the hinge pillars where the back of the front fenders attached and
along the edges of the shut faces where the front of the rear fenders
attached. When I restored the car I replaced most of the underlying sheet
metal including the shut faces and hinge pillars. I didn't want to cut those
up so went with new steel fenders which didn't fit as well as the fiberglass
ones without some surgery. I didn't have to mess with the underlying sheet
metal.
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From fogbro1 at comcast.net  Wed Oct  7 18:40:00 2009
From: fogbro1 at comcast.net (Ed Woods)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 20:40:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com>
Message-ID: <96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>

List,

Whatever happened to the Kilmartin link/catalog? Is there a US distributor 
of their sheetmetal?

Ed Woods 

From healeynut at hotmail.com  Wed Oct  7 19:07:34 2009
From: healeynut at hotmail.com (Don Hardie)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 11:07:34 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
In-Reply-To: <96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BAY116-W21E5100B862A9FC1EF6E60BCCC0@phx.gbl>

Ed



TheKilmartin/ British car Specialist catalogue is in my 100 Articles on John
Simms Web Site

http://www.healey6.com/Technical/KILMARTIN.pdf

and British car Specialist are an agent



Don Hardie

BN1

OZ

> From: fogbro1 at comcast.net
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 20:40:00 -0400
> Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
>
> List,
>
> Whatever happened to the Kilmartin link/catalog? Is there a US distributor
> of their sheetmetal?
>
> Ed Woods
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Wed Oct  7 19:17:34 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:17:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
In-Reply-To: <96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com>
	<96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
Message-ID: <027901ca47b5$1e456f00$5ad04d00$@net>

British Car Specialists in Stockton, CA among others.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Ed Woods
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 8:40 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin

List,

Whatever happened to the Kilmartin link/catalog? Is there a US distributor
of their sheetmetal?

Ed Woods

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Wed Oct  7 19:15:41 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 20:15:41 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <486892027.1255721254951862568.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <20091007201541.D0VBV.189345.root@ispmxfep13-z02>

The only time I need ear plugs when driving the Healey is when some cowboy motorcycle jock with straight pipes passes me.  It is deafening.  How and why they get away with it is beyond me.

tom

---- Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote: 

=============
re: "who gets to drive a convertible for 7 to 8 hours a day?" 


On my annual road trip I drive my BJ8 8-10 hrs/day for a week or more. 

Considering ear plugs. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jody Kerr" <jodyfkerr at gmail.com> 
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca 
Cc: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2009 12:32:02 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: Re: [Healeys] What's that you say ?? 

(*Checking the last item off the list*) 

Well, it's now official. *Everything* I do is bad for me, short of my 
morning glass of grapefruit juice, and the acid in that is probably 
eating my insides out or something. 

But seriously, who gets to drive a convertible for 7 to 8 hours a day? 
And more importantly, how do I get to be him?! 

Jody 
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From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Wed Oct  7 19:49:04 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 18:49:04 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] fenders fiberglass
Message-ID: <482514.83230.qm@web83308.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

>From our experience fix what you have they fit ... down load our Kilmartin
catalog 
   see page 27  items # 204  & 208          Norman Nock
Both our catalogs are on line and can be down
loaded www.BritishCarSpecialists.com
209 948 8767
Tech TalkSAMPLE PAGES ON LINE British Car Specialists2060 N Wilson
Way Stockton CA 95205

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Wed Oct  7 20:20:40 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 22:20:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com>
	<96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
Message-ID: <001e01ca47bd$eea5ba30$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

Moss has some.   You may want to call and request Kilmartin or you will get 
what ever is on the top
of the stack in my opinion.

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ed Woods" <fogbro1 at comcast.net>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 8:40 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin


> List,
>
> Whatever happened to the Kilmartin link/catalog? Is there a US distributor 
> of their sheetmetal?
>
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct  7 20:44:47 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 07 Oct 2009 19:44:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
In-Reply-To: <96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com>
	<96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
Message-ID: <4ACD521F.8020507@comcast.net>

http://www.kas-kilmartin.com.au/

Greg Kilmartin usually responds to email inquiries in a day or two (they're on 
the wrong side of the planet).


bs


Ed Woods wrote:
> List,
> 
> Whatever happened to the Kilmartin link/catalog? Is there a US 
> distributor of their sheetmetal?
> 
> Ed Woods _______________________________________________

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Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net

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From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Wed Oct  7 21:04:04 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:04:04 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?ear_plugs=2C_etc=2E=2C?=
Message-ID: <20091008030404.24716.qmail@server278.com>

i did vegas to yellowstone in one a few summers ago, and it took me a while to recover.  it is not only the exhaust but the wind noise that becomes tiring.  i finally bought one of those AM-FM radios that have the big mickey mouse type earmuffs.  it keeps the noise way down and i can actually hear the radio, which is impossible when the healey is doing freeway speeds on the car radio.    of course, i am alreadly deaf as post from being around jet engines most of my life, so it probably does not matter anyway.   hjim

From mark at bradakis.com  Wed Oct  7 22:45:03 2009
From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark J Bradakis)
Date: Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:45:03 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] List notes, monitoring
Message-ID: <4ACD6E4F.8090603@bradakis.com>

> posts are referred to Mark who decides if they should be posted. As far as
> monitoring, Mark runs about 30 lists and I am sure that he does not have
> time to look at each and every post. I rather believe that he does not look
> at many if any at all.

Actually it is about 75 lists, with roughly 12,000 subscribers around the world.
I've not done a count of what sort of message count the server sees on a daily
basis.  I do know, however, that at the moment I have 4,608 unread admin messages
waiting my attention,ones that are notices of spam sent to lists, user mailboxes
over quota, unreachable addresses and such.  And there are another 6,392 messages
being held by mailman due to posts being too long, non-member submissions and such.
Like the one from Mary Orrit that was held because of too many recipients, but
was forwarded to the list by Dean yesterday.  That one is handled.

So at the moment there are nearly 11,000 emails I need to read.  The exact number
changes by the second.  How long would it take YOU to deal with 11,000 messages?
How many would you actually read?  Sure, I could take the easy way out, say screw
you all and delete them, but that's not how I run Team.Net. 

Remember, I do this on a volunteer basis in my spare time.  I do on occasion ask
for contributions like the recent whining disk fund drive.  That is another issue
I need to deal with soon. There may be some down time as I shuffle hardware. For
those of you who missed it, you may want to click on the donate.html link below
to go to a page with info on how to contribute.

My job would be A LOT easier if people took a second or two to pay attention to
what they are doing when they send off messages.  The majority of times something
doesn't hit the list is because it is TOO LONG.  Sure, it may only be a few lines
of new material, but a lot of mailers automatically include THE ENTIRE ORIGINAL
POST in the reply.  I do realize that it takes a long time, advanced computer
skills and several years of post graduate education to figure out how to highlight
and delete any unnecessary text from your response.


I really should write up some web pages about how it all works, how to make the
best use of Team.Net resources.  Maybe as soon as the current crop of 11,000 messages
are done - let's see, at say, 10 seconds a message, ...

mjb.

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Wed Oct  7 23:35:36 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:35:36 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] ear plugs, etc.,
In-Reply-To: <20091008030404.24716.qmail@server278.com>
References: <20091008030404.24716.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <4ACD7A28.7080503@pacbell.net>

Hi Jim,

You never crossed into California, but I believe such devices are 
illegal in our state.

If I am not correct, I am sure "the Other Len" will quickly set me 
straight. :-)

Bill
BN1M

healeymanjim at hansencc.net wrote:
> i did vegas to yellowstone in one a few summers ago, and it took me a while to recover.  it is not only the exhaust but the wind noise that becomes tiring.  i finally bought one of those AM-FM radios that have the big mickey mouse type earmuffs.  it keeps the noise way down and i can actually hear the radio, which is impossible when the healey is doing freeway speeds on the car radio.    of course, i am alreadly deaf as post from being around jet engines most of my life, so it probably does not matter anyway.   hjim

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Oct  8 01:25:32 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:25:32 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] ear plugs, etc.,
In-Reply-To: <20091008030404.24716.qmail@server278.com>
References: <20091008030404.24716.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910080025r4073b19t2187776cb632ea5c@mail.gmail.com>

If I ever spend more than 30 minutes on the highway I use foam earplugs.
Important for maintaining my high pitched hearing.  Also spent my youth
around helicopters and aircraft...

Plantronics makes a great bluetooth stereo in ear headset which works with
your phone.  If your cell phone/blackberry plays MP3s, it's a great set up
to listen to music while driving with the top down and not ruining your
hearing:

http://www.plantronics.com/north_america/en_US/products/mobile/bluetooth-headsets/voyager-855

Sound quality is excellent, and phone/MP3 functionality is top notch.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 8:04 PM, <healeymanjim at hansencc.net> wrote:

> i did vegas to yellowstone in one a few summers ago, and it took me a while
> to recover.  it is not only the exhaust but the wind noise that becomes
> tiring.  i finally bought one of those AM-FM radios that have the big mickey
> mouse type earmuffs.  it keeps the noise way down and i can actually hear
> the radio, which is impossible when the healey is doing freeway speeds on
> the car radio.    of course, i am alreadly deaf as post from being around
> jet engines most of my life, so it probably does not matter anyway.   hjim
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From Paull at glasgows.co.uk  Thu Oct  8 02:05:20 2009
From: Paull at glasgows.co.uk (Paul Leeks)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 09:05:20 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Fwd: conversion 100/6 engine ---> 3000 engine
Message-ID: <86ACBC8750277041A4115960B570CD06014527@glamail.glasgowsnet.co.uk>

When I bought my BN4 10 years ago, it also came with a 3ltr engine and a
gallery head.
The consensus at the time was that it was from an old saloon (Westminster I
think?) and that it would be fine but I should replace the head with the
six-port version (although I've never got around to it ...)

Cheers
Paul Leeks

>My 100-6 came with a 3000 engine. I have since added disk wheels/disk brakes
so I call it a BT7. but not really sure what it is as the ID tag for the car
was in a  box, so it could actually belong to some other car. It is
registered as  BN4....


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From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Thu Oct  8 04:18:22 2009
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 21:18:22 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
In-Reply-To: <4ACD521F.8020507@comcast.net>
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com><96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
	<4ACD521F.8020507@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <08CDCB96708A463397EB59BEFC88B31A@PatrickQuinnPC>

What do you mean by "wrong side of the planet"?

Clearly you have not got a copy of the correct map of the world showing the
South Pole on top.

Bloody hell! It's not even Friday yet.

I have arranged for a Bunyip to pay you a visit. You'll be sorry!

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
Sent: Thursday, 8 October 2009 1:45 PM
To: Ed Woods
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Kilmartin

http://www.kas-kilmartin.com.au/

Greg Kilmartin usually responds to email inquiries in a day or two (they're
on 
the wrong side of the planet).


bs


Ed Woods wrote:
> List,
> 
> Whatever happened to the Kilmartin link/catalog? Is there a US 
> distributor of their sheetmetal?
> 
> Ed Woods _______________________________________________

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From wmseverin at charter.net  Thu Oct  8 04:49:05 2009
From: wmseverin at charter.net (Wm. Severin Thompson)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 05:49:05 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] SOS '09 the Erection broadcast this weekend
Message-ID: <003801ca4804$f512f5d0$df38e170$@net>

SOS the Erection will take place this Saturday and Sunday in Princeton, WI.
Among many other things, we'll be erecting a MaxJax lift in the shop. 

 

The event will be broadcast via Yahoo Messenger in real time, with the
ability for the viewing audience to watch via webcam speak to us in real
time.

 

Do view the broadcast, add "floundervision" to your contact list on Yahoo
Messenger. You'll be invited to a conference Sat & Sun.

 

If you'd like to attend in person, please contact me offline for directions.


 

WST 

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Thu Oct  8 05:55:22 2009
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Steve=20B.=20Gerow?=)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:55:22 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?Ear_Plugs=2C_etc=2E?=
Message-ID: <20091008115522.1167.qmail@hoster902.com>

I've been using ear plugs for years. I use the 29db cylindrical foam ones.

The loudest noises on the interstate are tire noises from large trucks and buses. They sound like jet engines when you're next to them. Tires from ordinary cars are really loud, too. I find it much more relaxing to drive at freeway speeds with earplugs.

Has anyone used the noise-cancelling earphones from Sony, Panasonic, Bose or Sennheiser, etc.?

How about custom ear buds which they sell through motorcycle and shooting sources?

Are there any setups which will work with 2-way radios?

-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena, CA
BN6

From pyoas at yahoo.com  Thu Oct  8 05:57:17 2009
From: pyoas at yahoo.com (Patrick Yoas)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 04:57:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Whats That You Say
Message-ID: <430756.52280.qm@web112504.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Jack,
Same with me. I just turn off my right hearing aid and my left CI, "cochlear
implant".
They both also give me and advantage of being able to use my cell phone while
driving in noisy situations and when I select "T-coil" and wearing a "wireless
loop" the sound goes right into the hearing devices for a perfect "background
noise free call".
Patrick
 
 
 
From: Jack Feldman <qualitas.jack at gmail.com>
Subject: [Healeys] Whats That You Say
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Message-ID:
    <48720d20910071618od4f7f03n753694ccd1a65b9e at mail.gmail.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

The noise doesn't bother me. I turn off my hearing aids.

Jack

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Thu Oct  8 06:30:28 2009
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (Tom)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 08:30:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] What's that you say ??
In-Reply-To: <20091007201541.D0VBV.189345.root@ispmxfep13-z02>
References: <486892027.1255721254951862568.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<20091007201541.D0VBV.189345.root@ispmxfep13-z02>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0910080530h5bdee93j42b03769a7bca27c@mail.gmail.com>

My round trip to work to is about an hour and a half of top-down
driving, which is a real treat now that we're in peak foliage season
here in NH.   Ear plugs might be a good idea -- I wonder though, are
they legal?

- Tom

From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Thu Oct  8 06:43:06 2009
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 08:43:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.
In-Reply-To: <20091008115522.1167.qmail@hoster902.com>
References: <20091008115522.1167.qmail@hoster902.com>
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS40FE826E61EFF92E33BEBB3CC0@phx.gbl>

My modest proposal...
Stay off the Interstates.
I've criss-crossed the country, using secondary highways and such, as much 
as possible.  With a little planning, you will lose very little time per 
trip.  Top down, see more & hear more of the sights & sounds of the 
country-side and small towns.
I will concede that sometimes I have to use a connecting Interstate and 
while there, plugging my left ear is a frequent necessity.
So... to each his own,
GaryB

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct  8 06:57:06 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:57:06 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
In-Reply-To: <08CDCB96708A463397EB59BEFC88B31A@PatrickQuinnPC>
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com><96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
	<4ACD521F.8020507@comcast.net>
	<08CDCB96708A463397EB59BEFC88B31A@PatrickQuinnPC>
Message-ID: <4ACDE1A2.1050000@comcast.net>

My pet Sasquatch will defend me!


bs


Patrick and Caroline Quinn wrote:
> What do you mean by "wrong side of the planet"?
> 
> Clearly you have not got a copy of the correct map of the world showing the
> South Pole on top.
> 
> Bloody hell! It's not even Friday yet.
> 
> I have arranged for a Bunyip to pay you a visit. You'll be sorry!
> 
> Hoo Roo
> 
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
> Sent: Thursday, 8 October 2009 1:45 PM
> To: Ed Woods
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Kilmartin
> 
> http://www.kas-kilmartin.com.au/
> 
> Greg Kilmartin usually responds to email inquiries in a day or two (they're
> on 
> the wrong side of the planet).

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

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

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct  8 07:09:52 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 06:09:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.
In-Reply-To: <20091008115522.1167.qmail@hoster902.com>
References: <20091008115522.1167.qmail@hoster902.com>
Message-ID: <4ACDE4A0.80001@comcast.net>

Great ideas.

The 3.54 rear-end I put in the BJ8 reduced RPMs--and noise--noticeably.


bs



Steve B. Gerow wrote:
> I've been using ear plugs for years. I use the 29db cylindrical foam ones.
> 
> The loudest noises on the interstate are tire noises from large trucks and buses. They sound like jet engines when you're next to them. Tires from ordinary cars are really loud, too. I find it much more relaxing to drive at freeway speeds with earplugs.
> 
> Has anyone used the noise-cancelling earphones from Sony, Panasonic, Bose or Sennheiser, etc.?
> 
> How about custom ear buds which they sell through motorcycle and shooting sources?
> 
> Are there any setups which will work with 2-way radios?
> 


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

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

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct  8 07:21:39 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 13:21:39 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] ear plugs, etc.,
In-Reply-To: <4ACD7A28.7080503@pacbell.net>
References: <20091008030404.24716.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W41E550BCF92893A9B5C6CDB8CC0@phx.gbl>

I got told by a police officer in either Ontario or Quebec, a very long time
ago, that the headphones that I had connected to my stereo would be illegal if
wearing while driving.  He said that even playing the stereo at a distracting
level is illegal.



RD

Canada


> Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 22:35:36 -0700
>
> Hi Jim,
>
> You never crossed into California, but I believe such devices are
> illegal in our state.
>
> Bill
> BN1M
>
> healeymanjim at hansencc.net wrote:
> i finally bought one of those AM-FM radios that have the big mickey mouse
type earmuffs. it keeps the noise way down and i can actually hear the radio

hjim

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Thu Oct  8 07:31:19 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 06:31:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] SOS '09 the Erection broadcast this weekend
In-Reply-To: <003801ca4804$f512f5d0$df38e170$@net>
References: <003801ca4804$f512f5d0$df38e170$@net>
Message-ID: <8FB12473-A20F-4BF8-81D2-9955A08430AC@gmail.com>

Is this event being sponsored by Viagra

I Erbs
Sent from my iPod

On Oct 8, 2009, at 3:49 AM, "Wm. Severin Thompson" <wmseverin at charter.net 
 > wrote:

> SOS the Erection will take place this Saturday and Sunday in  
> Princeton, WI.
> Among many other things, we'll be erecting a MaxJax lift in the shop.
>
>
>
> The event will be broadcast via Yahoo Messenger in real time, with the
> ability for the viewing audience to watch via webcam speak to us in  
> real
> time.
>
>
>
> Do view the broadcast, add "floundervision" to your contact list on  
> Yahoo
> Messenger. You'll be invited to a conference Sat & Sun.
>
>
>
> If you'd like to attend in person, please contact me offline for  
> directions.
>
>
>
>
> WST
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From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Thu Oct  8 08:42:45 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:42:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] ear plugs, etc.,
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910080025r4073b19t2187776cb632ea5c@mail.gmail.com>
References: <20091008030404.24716.qmail@server278.com>
	<ff59076c0910080025r4073b19t2187776cb632ea5c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8CC163CBB838297-2314-2B45E@webmail-d002.sysops.aol.com>

I certainly like the idea of in-ear music systems.?The only problem is being responsive to emergency vehicles with sirens activated.? That is why such music systems are against the law in many states.



Bill Wilkman

BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
To: healeymanjim at hansencc.net
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thu, Oct 8, 2009 12:25 am
Subject: Re: [Healeys] ear plugs, etc.,




If I ever spend more than 30 minutes on the highway I use foam earplugs.
Important for maintaining my high pitched hearing.  Also spent my youth
around helicopters and aircraft...

Plantronics makes a great bluetooth stereo in ear headset which works with
your phone.  If your cell phone/blackberry plays MP3s, it's a great set up
to listen to music while driving with the top down and not ruining your
hearing:

http://www.plantronics.com/north_america/en_US/products/mobile/bluetooth-headsets/voyager-855

Sound quality is excellent, and phone/MP3 functionality is top notch.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 8:04 PM, <healeymanjim at hansencc.net> wrote:

> i did vegas to yellowstone in one a few summers ago, and it took me a while
> to recover.  it is not only the exhaust but the wind noise that becomes
> tiring.  i finally bought one of those AM-FM radios that have the big mickey
> mouse type earmuffs.  it keeps the noise way down and i can actually hear
> the radio, which is impossible when the healey is doing freeway speeds on
> the car radio.    of course, i am alreadly deaf as post from being around
> jet engines most of my life, so it probably does not matter anyway.   hjim
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From vern at srvinet.com  Thu Oct  8 09:26:16 2009
From: vern at srvinet.com (Vern)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:26:16 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Healey rebuild
In-Reply-To: <SNT124-W18E67864E6D293BCC5806BB5CC0@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU117-DS2ED49495A16BF7D5F6C22BFCD0@phx.gbl>
	<SNT124-W18E67864E6D293BCC5806BB5CC0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4ACE0498.4040301@srvinet.com>

   I am getting started on rebuilding my 57 BN4.  I need to replace the 
sills
and at least one outrigger.  I have been looking for some good reference 
material
on doing this work .I would appreciate any suggestions
Thanks for any help
Vern

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From vern at srvinet.com  Thu Oct  8 09:34:19 2009
From: vern at srvinet.com (Vern)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:34:19 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] rebuilding my BN4
Message-ID: <4ACE067B.2090509@srvinet.com>

 Hi I getting started on rebuilding my 57 BN4.
I have been looking in the archives and elsewhere 
for some material on how to replace the sills and
at least one outrigger.  I haven't found any good
info on how to.  Any suggestions on where to look.
thanks for any help.
Vern

From westonkeyes at hotmail.com  Thu Oct  8 09:56:06 2009
From: westonkeyes at hotmail.com (Weston Keyes)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 11:56:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] FW: The results of your email commands
In-Reply-To: <mailman.1289.1255014354.3239.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.1289.1255014354.3239.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <BAY114-W19BFEA657A340A321BE169BACC0@phx.gbl>

Hello Folks,

     I have a BJ8 (late 1967) right hand drive. I have seen a number of
different looks to the routing/appearance of the wire wound water temp senor
cable in the engine bay. Should there be a coil  in the engine bay or should
the excess cable be hidden inside the car under the dash?
    Also reading from left to right should the gauges be:  Speedo, Tach,
temp/oil then fuel? Remember this is a RH Drive.
    One more question. Which hole in the bulkhead is used for routing the oil
pressure line? I have a hole to the right of the voltage regulator and level
with the top of the valve cover. Is that it?

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine
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Hello Folks,

     I have a BJ8 (late 1967) right hand drive. I have seen a number of
different looks to the routing/appearance of the wire wound water temp senor
cable in the engine bay. Should there be a coil  in the engine bay or should
the excess cable be hidden inside the car under the dash?
    Also reading from left to right should the gauges be:  Speedo, Tach,
temp/oil then fuel? Remember this is a RH Drive.
    One more question. Which hole in the bulkhead is used for routing the oil
pressure line? I have a hole to the right of the voltage regulator and level
with the top of the valve cover. Is that it?

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine

From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Thu Oct  8 10:05:04 2009
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Steve=20B.=20Gerow?=)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:05:04 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?Ear_plugs_etc=2E?=
Message-ID: <20091008160504.6489.qmail@hoster902.com>

My understanding here in CA is covering one ear is OK, but both is illegal. I think that's why phone headsets have only one earphone.

Practically, in an open car with ear plugs you can still easily hear anything going on around you, such as sirens or even your passenger yelling at you. The plugs I use would isolate you in a luxury car, but they make freeway driving in my Monza-exhausted roadster with the top down into a much more pleasant experience. 

Never been pulled over. Cops are too busy admiring the Healey anyway to be looking at the earplugs.

-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena CA
BN6

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Thu Oct  8 10:14:25 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 12:14:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Michael Oritt
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Healeyites

I'm sure many of you know Michael Oritt but may not know that he is having
some serious health problems, all part of the same issue that prevented him
from being my navigator for Targa Newfoundland this year.
I have received the following e mail from Michael's wife Mary:: 
 
Dear Friends and Family:
 
Michael is going through a very different time with a Major Medical Problem.
Like any of us this  is taking a toll on his Physical and Mental Health.  He
has periods of extreme sadness and despair.  He may tell you he is doing
fine.....he is not.
 
Would you take a moment to send Michael a card to pick up his spirits.
Going to the mailbox can be the highlight of a nice short walk for him.  I
know he would really appreciate it. His mailing address is:
 
Michael Oritt
P.O. Box 1261
Solomons, Maryland  20688
 
 I am asking that people refrain from calling as he naps periodically and I
am grateful for any peaceful time he can have. We are turning all cell
phones and home phone off between the hours of 8pm-8am.
 
Michael is also checking email during the day.  His address is
Awgertoo at aol.com.  
 
Please pass this on to all that may know Michael.
 
Thank you for all your support. 
 
Mary

From dan at warner-associates.com  Thu Oct  8 10:22:10 2009
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 11:22:10 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.
In-Reply-To: <4ACDE4A0.80001@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <D112531E8743467F96447F0CFB725F3F@DANSTROM>

Anyone have a high speed rear end or gear set for sale?
Dan


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 8:10 AM
To: Steve B. Gerow
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.

Great ideas.

The 3.54 rear-end I put in the BJ8 reduced RPMs--and noise--noticeably.


bs



Steve B. Gerow wrote:
> I've been using ear plugs for years. I use the 29db cylindrical foam ones.
> 
> The loudest noises on the interstate are tire noises from large trucks and
buses. They sound like jet engines when you're next to them. Tires from
ordinary cars are really loud, too. I find it much more relaxing to drive at
freeway speeds with earplugs.

> 
> Has anyone used the noise-cancelling earphones from Sony, Panasonic, Bose
or Sennheiser, etc.?
> 
> How about custom ear buds which they sell through motorcycle and shooting
sources?
> 
> Are there any setups which will work with 2-way radios?
> 


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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Thu Oct  8 10:24:28 2009
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:24:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.
In-Reply-To: <mailman.13488.1255012997.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.13488.1255012997.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
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Steve B. Gerow wrote:
> How about custom ear buds which they sell through motorcycle and shooting sources?
> 
> Are there any setups which will work with 2-way radios?

As a bike rider (BMW R1100RS), I always wear earplugs. When I don't,
I can't believe the noise level.  Someone told me about do-it-yourself
customer earplugs. I haven't tried it yet, but it's tempting.  I've
read that the custom plugs let more noise through than the cheap foam
plugs. My temptation is to mold earbuds into the foam, to have tunes
while I ride. [1]

Here's a d-i-y earplug kit; it's cheap enough to try even if it fails.
<http://www.whitehorsepress.com/product_info.php?products_id=6140>

For the 2-way radio, this might work:
<http://www.whitehorsepress.com/product_info.php?products_id=5577>

I like Whitehorse as a vendor, since they are close to me and have
great customer service.  You can find similar products if you Google.

[1] I currently have speakers in the helmet. [2] The foam plugs keep
out the wind noise, so I use a small amplifier [3] to pump up the volume
so I can hear the MP3 player. :)

[2] speakers: <http://www.whitehorsepress.com/product_info.php?products_id=5577>

[3] amp: <http://www.whitehorsepress.com/product_info.php?products_id=5868>

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk  Thu Oct  8 10:32:21 2009
From: simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk (Simon Lachlan)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:32:21 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Water pump lubrication. Dynamo lubrication.
Message-ID: <004501ca4834$e93fc410$bbbf4c30$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>

Am I correct in thinking that not all the 3000s' water pumps need
lubrication? I have a Mk II BT7 but couldn't say if it's pump is original. I
have to add that I cannot find/see the grease/oil plug, but it may be
typically and obscurely hidden.

Likewise, I take it that the dynamo's 3 drops of SAE 30 go through the hole
at the end of the dynamo nearest the firewall?? It's just that I don't seem
able to get oil in, even using a hypodermic!
Simon

From writeian at aol.com  Thu Oct  8 10:42:40 2009
From: writeian at aol.com (writeian at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:42:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] FW: The results of your email commands
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References: <mailman.1289.1255014354.3239.healeys@autox.team.net>
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Wes, the latest issue (9/10-2009) of the A-H Club USA's magazine states "tube was held against the heater return hose using a self-securing rubber strap and, to allow for flex as the engine vibrated, was loosely coiled in two loops before passing thru the fire wall."



The article was written by Gary Anderson and Roger Moment (who I refer to as "Elder-Experts) to inform on originality facts.? It includes clear and excellent color-photographs.



KentuckIAN

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct  8 10:49:45 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 16:49:45 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] rebuilding my BN4
In-Reply-To: <2013898573.1532001255018748777.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <193397628.1545781255020585390.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Can't recommend any particular reference material, but any good book, DVD etc. on body work would likely help. Also, shows like 'Muscle Car,' 'Extreme 4X4' and, yes, 'American Chopper' can also give a few good tips now and then. 

For the sills and outrigger, you have to make sure the new are aligned with a) the remaining structural components and b) the door and door bulkheads. The best way to attach the sills--IMO--is with plug (aka 'rosette') welds. You'll need a MIG--could be done with gas--and you'll want to use a higher voltage setting than you'd probably expect to get penetration on the flat surface. I have a DVD showing how to do good plug welds--the main 'tip' is to start the weld on the edge of the hole, not on the flat underlying surface. Then, grind the weld flat and if you want use a flat-tipped punch of appropriate size to dimple the weld to simulate a spot weld (optional). 

The other welds should be butt welds. Measure, measure, measure and cut. If possible, bevel the edges of the metal to be joined. Measure and adjust. Then with the parts aligned and held firmly tack them together every few inches. Measure and adjust. Fill in between the tacks with short, intermittent welds up to about a half-inch, 'backfilling' the welds to avoid preheating the metal. Cool with a blast of air. Measure and adjust ... Grind and sand. Paint. 

Tools required: 
- air compressor (can use electric tools instead) 
- air cutoff tool (3" preferred) 
- angle sander (I like 3", can use 4.5" electrical for larger areas). Flap disks OK and/or grinding wheels 
- MIG welder (gas, if you prefer) 
- body hammer and dollies 
- clamps (vise-grip-like C-clamps good--available cheap at Harbor Freight) 
- measuring tools and MkI eyball 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 


Hi I getting started on rebuilding my 57 BN4. 
I have been looking in the archives and elsewhere 
for some material on how to replace the sills and 
at least one outrigger. I haven't found any good 
info on how to. Any suggestions on where to look. 
thanks for any help. 
Vern 

From tahoehealey at hotmail.com  Thu Oct  8 11:19:02 2009
From: tahoehealey at hotmail.com (Richard Kahn)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 10:19:02 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] FW: The results of your email commands
In-Reply-To: <8CC164D7C2B0776-7388-10929@webmail-d041.sysops.aol.com>
References: <mailman.1289.1255014354.3239.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<BAY114-W19BFEA657A340A321BE169BACC0@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <COL121-W12CB510E6B780F59159228A4CC0@phx.gbl>

Only it is near impossible to get the rubber strap to go around the heater
hose and fasten properly using the "original" type strap. I've tried
everything I can think of with no joy. I saw that picture and it almost looks
looks like it was just tied in a knot (out of frustration). Has anyone been
successful?
Rich Kahn

> To: westonkeyes at hotmail.com; healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 12:42:40 -0400
> From: writeian at aol.com
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] FW: The results of your email commands
>
> Wes, the latest issue (9/10-2009) of the A-H Club USA's magazine states
"tube was held against the heater return hose using a self-securing rubber
strap and, to allow for flex as the engine vibrated, was loosely coiled in two
loops before passing thru the fire wall."
>
>
>
> The article was written by Gary Anderson and Roger Moment (who I refer to as
"Elder-Experts) to inform on originality facts.? It includes clear and
excellent color-photographs.
>
>
>
> KentuckIAN
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From tahoehealey at hotmail.com  Thu Oct  8 11:21:29 2009
From: tahoehealey at hotmail.com (Richard Kahn)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 10:21:29 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
In-Reply-To: <08CDCB96708A463397EB59BEFC88B31A@PatrickQuinnPC>
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com><96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
	<4ACD521F.8020507@comcast.net> 
Message-ID: <COL121-W5810B71873596D2B2C4B87A4CC0@phx.gbl>

I've got one of those maps but the printing is upside down. Must be a printing
error.
Rich Kahn

> From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au
> To: bspidell at comcast.net; fogbro1 at comcast.net
> Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 21:18:22 +1100
> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Kilmartin
>
> What do you mean by "wrong side of the planet"?
>
> Clearly you have not got a copy of the correct map of the world showing the
> South Pole on top.
>
> Bloody hell! It's not even Friday yet.
>
> I have arranged for a Bunyip to pay you a visit. You'll be sorry!
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
> Sent: Thursday, 8 October 2009 1:45 PM
> To: Ed Woods
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Kilmartin
>
> http://www.kas-kilmartin.com.au/
>
> Greg Kilmartin usually responds to email inquiries in a day or two (they're
> on
> the wrong side of the planet).
>
>
> bs
>
>
> Ed Woods wrote:
> > List,
> >
> > Whatever happened to the Kilmartin link/catalog? Is there a US
> > distributor of their sheetmetal?
> >
> > Ed Woods _______________________________________________
>
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Thu Oct  8 11:30:27 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 10:30:27 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Ear plugs etc.
In-Reply-To: <20091008160504.6489.qmail@hoster902.com>
References: <20091008160504.6489.qmail@hoster902.com>
Message-ID: <173126440910081030j1ddca45fh95072eac3ae2023f@mail.gmail.com>

Back in day when I lived in Los
Angeles and  had a radio in my car I had a conversation with a CHP about
loud speakers, vs quiet headphones. he told me head phones were illegal,
load speakers on highway were fine.I'd really rather just listen the exhaust
notes.
BTW
I found I could actually carry on a conversation at speed with my wife since
replacing my muffler with a new one. Bought a lifetime warranty from Midas
and they replaced it for free, after I demanded an OEM unit, "not a sure to
fit replacement"  That took many emails with a district manager.....
cheers,

On Thu, Oct 8, 2009 at 9:05 AM, Steve B. Gerow <steveg at abrazosdata.com>wrote:

> My understanding here in CA is covering one ear is OK, but both is illegal.
> I think that's why phone headsets have only one earphone.
>
> Practically, in an open car with ear plugs you can still easily hear
> anything going on around you, such as sirens or even your passenger yelling
> at you. The plugs I use would isolate you in a luxury car, but they make
> freeway driving in my Monza-exhausted roadster with the top down into a much
> more pleasant experience.
>
> Never been pulled over. Cops are too busy admiring the Healey anyway to be
> looking at the earplugs.
>
> --
> Steve Gerow
> Pasadena CA
> BN6
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct  8 11:37:04 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:37:04 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Water pump lubrication. Dynamo lubrication.
In-Reply-To: <004501ca4834$e93fc410$bbbf4c30$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>
Message-ID: <304179474.1565511255023424950.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

The aftermarket pumps have sealed bearings, but still have an (untapped) boss for the oil fitting. If you don't have an oil fitting, you should have sealed bearings. 

I keep a can of sewing machine oil on trips and pump the oiling hole full every few hundred miles. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Simon Lachlan" <simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk> 
To: healeys at autox.team.net 
Sent: Thursday, October 8, 2009 9:32:21 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: [Healeys] Water pump lubrication. Dynamo lubrication. 

Am I correct in thinking that not all the 3000s' water pumps need 
lubrication? I have a Mk II BT7 but couldn't say if it's pump is original. I 
have to add that I cannot find/see the grease/oil plug, but it may be 
typically and obscurely hidden. 

Likewise, I take it that the dynamo's 3 drops of SAE 30 go through the hole 
at the end of the dynamo nearest the firewall?? It's just that I don't seem 
able to get oil in, even using a hypodermic! 
Simon 
_______________________________________________ 

From dwflagg at juno.com  Thu Oct  8 12:14:18 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 14:14:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fog Lamp Switch
Message-ID: <20091008.111445.1238.861@mailpop10.dca.untd.com>

Does anyone have a Lucas 312010 switch, with or without knob, available
for sale? Please  contact off the list. Thanks.

Doug
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From wmseverin at charter.net  Thu Oct  8 12:33:07 2009
From: wmseverin at charter.net (Wm. Severin Thompson)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 13:33:07 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] [Thicko] SOS '09 the Erection broadcast this weekend
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References: <003801ca4804$f512f5d0$df38e170$@net>
Message-ID: <007a01ca4845$c80f7540$582e5fc0$@net>

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From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Thu Oct  8 12:41:56 2009
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 11:41:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Engine # Plate Fasteners
Message-ID: <501588.20062.qm@web50003.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Fellow Listers,

Several years ago when I had the engine rebuilt I feared the shop lost the engine # plate attached to the side of the block.  While installing new insulation in the car this week, I found the # plate stuck in the passenger door.  Go figure - seems like a logical place to find it.  Regardless, I now have it safe and sound.  I would like to reinstall it on the block .  Can anyone tell me how these fastened to the block and where I might find the fasteners?  As always, thank you in advance for your help.

Best Regards,
Carlos Cruz

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Thu Oct  8 13:36:25 2009
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 12:36:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.
In-Reply-To: <4ACE123C.4050304@comcast.net>
References: <mailman.13488.1255012997.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<4ACE123C.4050304@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <37933A0E-E519-447E-99BB-A499B96F6FE5@cox.net>

I have a pair of doctor made custom fit earplugs.

They have interchangeable inserts that allow for different levels of  
dB reduction that is basically flat so that things still sound the  
same, just quieter. As a musician they are completely necessary. They  
are very comfortable as they aren't always trying to expand like foam.  
Great for driving.

Wilko


>  I've
> read that the custom plugs let more noise through than the cheap foam
> plugs.

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Thu Oct  8 14:23:04 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 16:23:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Engine # Plate Fasteners
In-Reply-To: <501588.20062.qm@web50003.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <501588.20062.qm@web50003.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <003601ca4855$2449b230$6cdd1690$@rr.com>

Hi, Carlos -
The engine serial number plates are attached to the block with two "drive
rivets".  These look like solid rivets but have a loose thread on the shank.
They are intended to be tapped into their holes in the block.  I got mine
from British Car Specialists:  http://www.britishcarspecialists.com

A recent article in Healey Marque (I believe it was) showed a technique for
removing these rivets when necessary to remove the serial number plate so it
won't disappear in hot tank chemicals during an engine rebuild.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Carlos Cruz
Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 2:42 PM
To: Healey List
Subject: [Healeys] Engine # Plate Fasteners

Fellow Listers,

Several years ago when I had the engine rebuilt I feared the shop lost the
engine # plate attached to the side of the block.  While installing new
insulation in the car this week, I found the # plate stuck in the passenger
door.  Go figure - seems like a logical place to find it.  Regardless, I now
have it safe and sound.  I would like to reinstall it on the block .  Can
anyone tell me how these fastened to the block and where I might find the
fasteners?  As always, thank you in advance for your help.

Best Regards,
Carlos Cruz

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Thu Oct  8 14:45:08 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 16:45:08 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Me--part one
Message-ID: <c66.5f7310b4.37ffa954@aol.com>

I tried to post this earlier but it must have been too long so I  will 
break it into two parts:
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------
 To all-- 
 
What's the old saying that reports of my death have been seriously  
overexaggerated?
 
Yes, I am having a difficult time just processing how in the space of 60  
days it feels like so much has slipped away.  I have lost a lot of weight,  I 
have physical discomfort but I AM NOT DEAD AND I AM NOT DYING.  I have  
Ulcerative Colitis (google it and you will see that it is a little  understood 
auto-immune condition and plays out differently for different  people).  I 
am taking a course of several medications, both  steroidal and not, and the 
hope is that things will heal and turn around  for me in a few months.  If 
drug rehab does not do it then there are  surgical alternatives, and I will 
certainly not be the first guy to have to bite  that bullet.
 
That said, the drugs are quite overwhelming.  Sometimes  they confuse me, 
everything tastes wrong, I feel like my feet are  on backwards, and because I 
am also taking pain meds I am not currently able to  drive.  Because of 
these and other things I sometimes feel a lot of loss,  sadness and am no doubt 
alternatively irritable and I know I am not the  best patient.  My wife 
Mary (who gave the report that Michael Salter  forwarded earlier) is a 
wonderful person without whom I would be lost, and I am  trying to be compliant but 
I cannot say that the picture  she portrays would be the one I might paint 
nor do I always  feel she understands all.  Nevertheless I am okay with what  
she shared and I will simply fill in a bit .  
 
Generally my energy level is good and I have been able to be over at my  
shop for several hours a day, though today I had nothing to give.  I have  
decided my racing season for 2009 is over and once I do some things to the  
Elva to get it ready for next year I will pack it up for the winter in its  
trailer.  OTOH there are lots of things that I have been putting off doing  to 
the 100.  I never really completed the fitting of the NICAL hardtop, the  
side curtains still need to be finished, I want to run a compression  leakdown 
test, and also check clearances of the oil pump as the oil  pressure drops 
to 20 at hot idle and though I know Michael Salter says  these cars do not 
need oil I do want to investigate the internal  condition of things, etc.
 
Me--Part two to:follow.
 
Best--Michael Oritt
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Thu Oct  8 14:49:54 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 16:49:54 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Me--Part two
Message-ID: <ced.65198b54.37ffaa72@aol.com>

Here is part two:
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
So I am going to focus both on my physical health and other projects.   I 
intend to stay active on this list and the AH British Car Forum, both of 
which  are great sources of info to me and I know others.  And with any luck  
both me and my cars will be just fine come 2010 and ready for a new full  
season.
 
I also am going to try to stay engaged in a program that will keep me out  
of despair and self-pity.  I have so many things and great  friends for 
which to be grateful and I plan to stay in touch with all  that.
 
I have gotten many nice messages from folks on this list.  Many offer  
prayers and ask me if I am into it.  No I do not pray to a formal god in  the 
sense that many do but I have my own Higher Power and sense of the Universe  
as all of us do, and I am continuiing my life search to see just where I  
(and this illness) fit in . In the meantime all offers of help, prayer,  
spiritual or physical or other sacrifices, incantations, etc. etc. will be  
cheerfully accepted.
 
With any luck this phase will pass and I will soon be able to return to my  
normal, self-absorbed personum!
So I am happy to hear from you all and now perhaps we can get back to the  
world of Healeys so we can continue to overpuree such topics as earplugs,  
Crumpet Catchers, etc. with the occasional journey into something  actually 
important!
 
BTW I will no doubt be asking many questions of the 100 crowd as  I will 
likely be running across some new things for myself as I tear into  the 
engine.  I think I would like to put on a smaller pulley and also check  to see 
what is the condition of my harmonic damper.  It jas been on the car  about 
50K miles since I had the engine rebuilt about 7 years  ago.          
 
Best--Michael Oritt
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-----------

From Editorgary at aol.com  Thu Oct  8 15:05:09 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:05:09 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Temp Sensor Routing
Message-ID: <c2d.683e869b.37ffae05@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/8/09 11:07:08 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


>    I have a BJ8 (late 1967) right hand drive. I have seen a number of
> different looks to the routing/appearance of the wire wound water temp
> senor
> cable in the engine bay. Should there be a coil  in the engine bay or
> should
> the excess cable be hidden inside the car under the dash?
>

There's a good picture of the coil loop and fastener in the latest issue of
Austin-Healey Magazine.
Gary

From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct  8 15:55:25 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:55:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] freight agents ( no Healey content)
References: <D6E95DE4-E9DC-4896-8322-F4BA4C29A22D@pt.lu>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP5781B55A46B6E39C71F511C3CC0@phx.gbl>

Try C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc.

www.chrobinson.com

Never used them but they have been around for years and specialize in 
shipping motorcycles.

Mirek
60 BT7


>A friend is looking at buying a BSA motorbike from california and  having 
>it shipped either here to Luxembourg or to family in Scotland.  Can anyone 
>recommend a safe and not overly expensive way of doing this,
> cheers
> Pieter

From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Thu Oct  8 16:09:17 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 15:09:17 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Temp Sensor Routing
In-Reply-To: <c2d.683e869b.37ffae05@aol.com>
References: <c2d.683e869b.37ffae05@aol.com>
Message-ID: <918089.9190.qm@web110314.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Why is no one mentioning the 2 brazed spring clips on the heater pipe mounts
that clip & hold the water temp wire??? 
My clips are original unless they
were added within 2 years after the original owner bought the car{unlikely}.
Guess they changed after 1965 production??? 
Concur with the 2 loops at
firewall. 
>>>>>
http://picasaweb.google.com/rdryman/AusTinHeaLey#5369195717451367410
________________________________
In a message dated 10/8/09 11:07:08 AM,
healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


>    I have a BJ8 (late 1967) right
hand drive. I have seen a number of
> different looks to the
routing/appearance of the wire wound water temp
> senor
> cable in the engine
bay. Should there be a coil  in the engine bay >

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Thu Oct  8 16:50:50 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:50:50 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Young Healey Owners...
In-Reply-To: <4AC91B2A.7020702@htcnet.org>
References: <00b201ca452d$21d9b0c0$658d1240$@net><204CEE66336C41D986A86DE93CBCE87D@LeonardPCPC>
	<4AC91B2A.7020702@htcnet.org>
Message-ID: <A7493E2B44A2470D99E516988A6D1B6B@GregPC>

We have local high schools doing car shows, and are pushing our club members 
to bring out there LBCs, we had a great turnout at the mini 50th anniversary 
meet that was organized at the local mini dealer, they cooperated and we had 
new minis, old minis, and all sorts of LBCs, not so much for the younger 
crowd, but a lot of non-LBC car people exposed to the vehicles.

Greg Lemon 

From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Thu Oct  8 17:03:54 2009
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 19:03:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Temp Sensor Routing
In-Reply-To: <918089.9190.qm@web110314.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <c2d.683e869b.37ffae05@aol.com>
	<918089.9190.qm@web110314.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS585E58F66E4A8D315F800B3CC0@phx.gbl>

As I posted once before, be certain that the two loops are positioned  a 
safe distance away from the wiring harness.
I had those loops cut into the wires and ....my fire extinguisher was 
needed!
GaryB

--------------------------------------------------
From: "Richard Dryman" <rdryman1 at yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 6:09 PM
To: <Editorgary at aol.com>
Cc: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Temp Sensor Routing

> Why is no one mentioning the 2 brazed spring clips on the heater pipe 
> mounts
> that clip & hold the water temp wire???
> My clips are original unless they
> were added within 2 years after the original owner bought the 
> car{unlikely}.
> Guess they changed after 1965 production???
> Concur with the 2 loops at
> firewall.
>>>>>>
> http://picasaweb.google.com/rdryman/AusTinHeaLey#5369195717451367410
> ________________________________
> In a message dated 10/8/09 11:07:08 AM,
> healeys-request at autox.team.net
> writes:
>
>
>>    I have a BJ8 (late 1967) right
> hand drive. I have seen a number of
>> different looks to the
> routing/appearance of the wire wound water temp
>> senor
>> cable in the engine
> bay. Should there be a coil  in the engine bay >
> _______________________________________________
> 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 gbrierton at hotmail.com
>
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From dan at warner-associates.com  Thu Oct  8 17:28:16 2009
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 18:28:16 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Young Healey Owners...
In-Reply-To: <A7493E2B44A2470D99E516988A6D1B6B@GregPC>
Message-ID: <D386322F3A4F4C269568E12DA4650627@DANSTROM>

I was working on my BJ8 2 nights ago in my driveway and a young family
walking by stopped and their 3/4 year old pointed, paused and said
"Herbie".  We all had a good laugh.  Even the very very young notice the
differences.
Dan


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Greg Lemon
Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 5:51 PM
To: John Vrugtman; Len and/or Marge Hartnett
Cc: Healey Mail List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] FW: Young Healey Owners...

We have local high schools doing car shows, and are pushing our club members

to bring out there LBCs, we had a great turnout at the mini 50th anniversary

meet that was organized at the local mini dealer, they cooperated and we had

new minis, old minis, and all sorts of LBCs, not so much for the younger 
crowd, but a lot of non-LBC car people exposed to the vehicles.

Greg Lemon 
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

You are subscribed as dan at warner-associates.com

http://www.team.net/archive

From dwflagg at juno.com  Thu Oct  8 17:49:04 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 19:49:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Unknown Parts
Message-ID: <20091008.164952.1204.3503@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>

In going through some boxes of "stuff" I came across these items. 

1) AUC 8092
2) 8G 2343 Main Brg Std.
3) .010 Rod Brgs for the same application

Can anyone help? Thanks.

Doug
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From Jwhlyadv at aol.com  Thu Oct  8 19:13:41 2009
From: Jwhlyadv at aol.com (Jwhlyadv at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 21:13:41 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] overdrive solenoid
Message-ID: <cfb.63bef5ef.37ffe845@aol.com>

Future Fifty Founder Ben Moore has purchased his first Healey - a fully  
restored BN6 that arrives on Saturday. His father and I have a punch list of  
things to fix on Sunday...
 
I'm told it needs an overdrive solenoid. Wasn't someone making an improved  
solenoid?
Does that sound familiar to anyone?
 
 
 
Jim  Werner
Louisville, KY

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Thu Oct  8 19:16:44 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 21:16:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Unknown Parts
In-Reply-To: <20091008.164952.1204.3503@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>
References: <20091008.164952.1204.3503@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <005c01ca487e$2aa2c530$7fe84f90$@com>

8G2343 are 3 bearing MGB mains 
Check it here http://www.precisionsportscar.com/php/login.php


Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of dwflagg
Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 7:49 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Unknown Parts

In going through some boxes of "stuff" I came across these items. 

1) AUC 8092
2) 8G 2343 Main Brg Std.
3) .010 Rod Brgs for the same application

Can anyone help? Thanks.

Doug

From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Thu Oct  8 19:49:10 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 18:49:10 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Water pump lubrication. Dynamo lubrication.
In-Reply-To: <004501ca4834$e93fc410$bbbf4c30$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>
Message-ID: <1326.38766.qm@web83308.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Simon ...
--- Inject a SMALL amount of oil in the small hole in the back of the
generator every 6,000 miles or 6 months as per LUCAS ... more info on page 205
in my Tech Talk book .. Norman Nock

--- On Thu, 10/8/09, Simon Lachlan <simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk> wrote:

From: Simon Lachlan <simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk>
Subject: [Healeys] Water pump lubrication. Dynamo lubrication.
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2009, 9:32 AM

Am I correct in thinking that not all the 3000s' water pumps need
lubrication? I have a Mk II BT7 but couldn't say if it's pump is original. I
have to add that I cannot find/see the grease/oil plug, but it may be
typically and obscurely hidden.

Likewise, I take it that the dynamo's 3 drops of SAE 30 go through the hole
at the end of the dynamo nearest the firewall?? It's just that I don't seem
able to get oil in, even using a hypodermic!
Simon
_

From wwscpo at aol.com  Thu Oct  8 20:05:48 2009
From: wwscpo at aol.com (wwscpo at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 22:05:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] J Hooks and convertible top latches
Message-ID: <8CC169C274598B5-51D4-2CFC9@webmail-m063.sysops.aol.com>

HI all,



I'm cleaning the latch assemblies and can steel wool them back to shiney but they're pitted and one has a slight crack.? The threads of the J hooks are also very corroded.? Are replacements available, is there a source????????????????????????????

TIA,

Bill Schumann

From price at advocateadvisors.com  Thu Oct  8 21:30:41 2009
From: price at advocateadvisors.com (R. Price Lindsay)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 22:30:41 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] overdrive solenoid
In-Reply-To: <cfb.63bef5ef.37ffe845@aol.com>
References: <cfb.63bef5ef.37ffe845@aol.com>
Message-ID: <CFE74123-E4C3-4FD1-B5B0-C81B436B51CB@advocateadvisors.com>

Yea Ben!!!  Se you in Galena?

Price Lindsay

(630) 841-6300 M
(312) 753-7706 T

Sent from my iPhone

On Oct 8, 2009, at 8:41 PM, "Jwhlyadv at aol.com" <Jwhlyadv at aol.com> wrote:

> Future Fifty Founder Ben Moore has purchased his first Healey - a  
> fully
> restored BN6 that arrives on Saturday. His father and I have a punch  
> list of
> things to fix on Sunday...
>
> I'm told it needs an overdrive solenoid. Wasn't someone making an  
> improved
> solenoid?
> Does that sound familiar to anyone?
>
>
>
> Jim  Werner
> Louisville, KY
> _______________________________________________
> 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 price at advocateadvisors.com
>
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct  8 22:18:12 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:18:12 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Water pump lubrication. Dynamo lubrication.
In-Reply-To: <1326.38766.qm@web83308.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <1326.38766.qm@web83308.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4ACEB984.4020800@comcast.net>

Crap.  Sounds like I've over-oiled mine.  Wonder what the consequences are (no 
problems with the generator since I rebuilt it probably 80K+ miles ago)?

bs



Norman Nock wrote:
> Simon ...
> --- Inject a SMALL amount of oil in the small hole in the back of the
> generator every 6,000 miles or 6 months as per LUCAS ... more info on page 205
> in my Tech Talk book .. Norman Nock
> 

> 
> Am I correct in thinking that not all the 3000s' water pumps need
> lubrication? I have a Mk II BT7 but couldn't say if it's pump is original. I
> have to add that I cannot find/see the grease/oil plug, but it may be
> typically and obscurely hidden.
> 
> Likewise, I take it that the dynamo's 3 drops of SAE 30 go through the hole
> at the end of the dynamo nearest the firewall?? It's just that I don't seem
> able to get oil in, even using a hypodermic!
> Simon


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

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

From rdavies1 at cox.net  Thu Oct  8 23:03:03 2009
From: rdavies1 at cox.net (Ron Davies)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 22:03:03 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.
In-Reply-To: <20091008115522.1167.qmail@hoster902.com>
References: <20091008115522.1167.qmail@hoster902.com>
Message-ID: <3842732A6C2144C682AABD410117D976@OfficeDell>

Steve:
Dr. House of the House Ear Institute lectured to my group some 15 years ago.
I asked him about the best protection for shooting.  He said the simple
yellow foam cylinders work best IF properly inserted.  Roll up lengthwise
between thumb and forefinger then place in ear and hold deep in place until
it expands. You can buy them cheaply by the hundreds on-line. If it seems
like they are too far in, you have it right.

I spoke with the engineers at Bose a couple of years back.  Their technology
only works well with constant, low frequency sounds.  I was working with
them to design a unit for dental offices (hand-pieces and suction) but it
didn't work. I used to shoot almost every weekend for many years.  The
custom molded ear pieces for shooting cost about $600-800.  They are
designed to allow or even enhance normal sounds so you can hear the trap and
your fellow shooters but block the instantaneous muzzle blast. SWAT uses
them so they can enhance hearing when clearing a house but not hear the
"bang" as much. I think they would be useless for driving noises. Same goes
for the "over the ear" sealed noise reduction systems designed for shooting.

I have tried the "in the ear" Bose noise cancelling ear buds in my wife's
350 Lexus (noisy on the FWY) to listen to books-on-tape.  I don't think they
help much. Probably would work fine on a plane.

So...I use the foam plugs when driving my BJ8 and it REALLY makes me less
trashed at the end of a long drive.  I can hear sirens just fine. You can
buy them in tan instead of yellow so the CHP can't see them anyway.
Hope that helps.
Ron Davies
Laguna Hills
67 BJ8
97 DB7 don't need ear plugs :-)
--------------------------------------------


Has anyone used the noise-cancelling earphones from Sony, Panasonic, Bose or
Sennheiser, etc.?

How about custom ear buds which they sell through motorcycle and shooting
sources?


-- 
Steve Gerow
Pasadena, CA
BN6

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Oct  9 00:19:35 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 23:19:35 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Young Healey Owners...
In-Reply-To: <D386322F3A4F4C269568E12DA4650627@DANSTROM>
References: <A7493E2B44A2470D99E516988A6D1B6B@GregPC>
	<D386322F3A4F4C269568E12DA4650627@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910082319l5bae6befw91b40c5ae9cddea6@mail.gmail.com>

Yep, drive the jag or austin to work every day, its always the 4-8
year olds who jump up and down and point.  They can tell the
difference!

On 10/8/09, Dan Stromquist <dan at warner-associates.com> wrote:
> I was working on my BJ8 2 nights ago in my driveway and a young family
> walking by stopped and their 3/4 year old pointed, paused and said
> "Herbie".  We all had a good laugh.  Even the very very young notice the
> differences.
> Dan
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Greg Lemon
> Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 5:51 PM
> To: John Vrugtman; Len and/or Marge Hartnett
> Cc: Healey Mail List
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] FW: Young Healey Owners...
>
> We have local high schools doing car shows, and are pushing our club members
>
> to bring out there LBCs, we had a great turnout at the mini 50th anniversary
>
> meet that was organized at the local mini dealer, they cooperated and we had
>
> new minis, old minis, and all sorts of LBCs, not so much for the younger
> crowd, but a lot of non-LBC car people exposed to the vehicles.
>
> Greg Lemon
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>
> You are subscribed as dan at warner-associates.com
>
> http://www.team.net/archive
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> Healeys at autox.team.net
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>


-- 
Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com  Fri Oct  9 06:15:08 2009
From: jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com (jerry wall)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 07:15:08 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] overdrive solenoid
In-Reply-To: <cfb.63bef5ef.37ffe845@aol.com>
References: <cfb.63bef5ef.37ffe845@aol.com>
Message-ID: <9baa446a0910090515n56f66ff2rf1ff737b02ca77ea@mail.gmail.com>

the improved solenoid is one that works!
cheers,
jerry

On Thu, Oct 8, 2009 at 8:13 PM, <Jwhlyadv at aol.com> wrote:

> Future Fifty Founder Ben Moore has purchased his first Healey - a fully
> restored BN6 that arrives on Saturday. His father and I have a punch list
> of
> things to fix on Sunday...
>
> I'm told it needs an overdrive solenoid. Wasn't someone making an improved
> solenoid?
> Does that sound familiar to anyone?
>
>
>
> Jim  Werner
> Louisville, KY
> _______________________________________________
> 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 jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com
>
> http://www.team.net/archive
>



-- 
jerry wall  BN6
rowlett, tx

From buhler at memphisassociates.com  Fri Oct  9 09:53:27 2009
From: buhler at memphisassociates.com (Jon Buhler)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 11:53:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Rear Panel
Message-ID: <ae0e2dca72494f2c8b36a4b70d19fb27@memphisassociates.com>

My BJ8 is missing the real panel (behind the jump seats) and I would like to
either buy one or make one.  It is my understanding that this panel can fold
down to cover the jump seats.  Can you please tell me the configuration of
this panel and hardware needed for installation.  If I cut a woden panel to
fit, can I then just cover it with upholstery?

Thanks in advance for your
information.

Jon

From ghess4 at cox.net  Fri Oct  9 11:14:11 2009
From: ghess4 at cox.net (Ghess4)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 10:14:11 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Fw: SIZE does Matter!!
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The benefit of owning a small car......a Healey would have faired well!
G Hess
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              SIZE does Matter!!
              Sometimes it's better to have a SMALL ONE!

















              What were you thinking???????

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From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Oct  9 12:48:57 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:48:57 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Healeys List Postings !!
Message-ID: <4ACF8599.8020002@justbrits.com>

Yo, BSA !!     
( & for rest of Listers FYI & FWIW! )

You canNOT post pics to the List !!!

Also, List mail MUST be addressed to either
"TO:" or "CC:" and canNOT be to "BCC:".
By doing so you just made your post an
AUTOMATIC "Hold for Moderator" !!

Last note from MJB, he SAID he had 4500+
to wade thru !!   NOT good !!!

Ed
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From MBran89793 at aol.com  Fri Oct  9 13:01:06 2009
From: MBran89793 at aol.com (MBran89793 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 15:01:06 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] (No Healey content) Friday funnies?
Message-ID: <cf5.5da0bdf5.3800e272@aol.com>

An  older gentleman had an appointment to see the urologist who shared 
offices  with several other doctors. The waiting room was filled with  patients.

As he approached the receptionist's desk, he noticed that  the receptionist 
was a large unfriendly woman who looked like a Sumo  wrestler. 
He gave her his name. 
In  a very loud voice, the receptionist said, 
'YES,  I HAVE YOUR NAME HERE; YOU  WANT TO SEE THE DOCTOR ABOUT IMPOTENCE, 
RIGHT?' 
All  the patients in the waiting room snapped their heads around to look at 
the  very embarrassed man. 
He  recovered quickly, and in an equally loud voice  replied, 
'NO,  I'VE COME TO INQUIRE ABOUT A SEX CHANGE OPERATION,  BUT I DON'T WANT  
THE SAME DOCTOR THAT DID  YOURS.












 
____________________________________

From Editorgary at aol.com  Fri Oct  9 13:38:44 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 15:38:44 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
Message-ID: <c6a.5c6c54b9.3800eb44@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/9/09 11:25:38 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


> Dr. House of the House Ear Institute lectured to my group some 15 years
> ago.
> I asked him about the best protection for shooting.  He said the simple
> yellow foam cylinders work best IF properly inserted.  Roll up lengthwise
> between thumb and forefinger then place in ear and hold deep in place
> until
> it expands. You can buy them cheaply by the hundreds on-line. If it seems
> like they are too far in, you have it right.
>
When I talked to my ear doctor, he said pretty much the same thing, but
added a piece of advice: reach over your head with the opposite arm and pull
the ear straight up before inserting the rolled-up ear plug. This straightens
the ear canal and makes it easy to insert the plug all the way in so when it
expands it fills the ear canal. Watch the F1 drivers put in their (Very
expensive) fitted ear pieces and they do exactly the same thing, pulling up
the
ear to insert the ear pieces.

BTW, for racing, I've recently switched to "Hearos" which I buy at my pool
supply store. They're designed to prevent swimmers ear by preventing water
from getting in, and they have the advantage of a stiff core around which are
three layers of softer rubber that actually makes the seal, so that they go
in more easily. They have the same advantage, cutting out the high-db
engine sounds of all the unmuffled race cars but still allow me to talk to my
pit
guys, and hear unusual sounds like rattles, gear noises, and so forth that
might signal a problem.

From dwflagg at juno.com  Fri Oct  9 14:47:39 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 16:47:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-4 Petrol Cap
Message-ID: <20091009.134835.1238.2512@mailpop10.dca.untd.com>

This may have been discussed before, but is there a source for the "cork"
gasket fitted to the inside of the 100 gas cap?
TIA.

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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct  9 14:53:52 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 20:53:52 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
In-Reply-To: <c6a.5c6c54b9.3800eb44@aol.com>
References: <c6a.5c6c54b9.3800eb44@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W472F213EBA25310D17B924B8CB0@phx.gbl>

That article must have been right on the mark.



Is there anyone that doesn't have a hearing problem?





> From: Editorgary at aol.com
> When I talked to my ear doctor

From dwflagg at juno.com  Fri Oct  9 15:11:59 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 17:11:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] SU Float
Message-ID: <20091009.141247.1238.2559@mailpop10.dca.untd.com>

I have an excellent AUD 3974 float for a SU HIF carb. If interested, post
me off the list. Thanks.

Doug
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Fri Oct  9 15:16:37 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 17:16:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] TR Wiper Switch
Message-ID: <20091009.141719.1219.3122@mailpop07.dca.untd.com>

I have an excellent 54033230/31869A wiper switch for a TR4. If
interested, please contact me of the list. Thanks.

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From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Fri Oct  9 15:30:10 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 14:30:10 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W472F213EBA25310D17B924B8CB0@phx.gbl>
References: <c6a.5c6c54b9.3800eb44@aol.com>
	<BAY112-W472F213EBA25310D17B924B8CB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <471534970910091430m319763a2ldaaa4f679628d2cf@mail.gmail.com>

Me, but then I'm not an old fart like the rest of you guys. :)

Jody

On Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 1:53 PM,  <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> That article must have been right on the mark.
>
>
>
> Is there anyone that doesn't have a hearing problem?




-- 
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct  9 15:35:54 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 21:35:54 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
In-Reply-To: <471534970910091430m319763a2ldaaa4f679628d2cf@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c6a.5c6c54b9.3800eb44@aol.com>
	<BAY112-W472F213EBA25310D17B924B8CB0@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W10BDFA3C9701FF99FA3839B8CB0@phx.gbl>

I certainly would be interested in knowing the demographics of Healey
ownership.


I'm over the hill, but not old ( or at least not mature :) ).



My '55 is 2 years older than me.  I was introduced to a Bugeye ( my uncle's )
at a young age ( single digit ).  That's where I went astray.



Robert






> Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 14:30:10 -0700
>
> Me, but then I'm not an old fart like the rest of you guys. :)
>
> Jody
>
> On Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 1:53 PM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> > That article must have been right on the mark.
> >
> > Is there anyone that doesn't have a hearing problem?

From e-wilkins at cox.net  Fri Oct  9 16:09:49 2009
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 15:09:49 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W10BDFA3C9701FF99FA3839B8CB0@phx.gbl>
References: <c6a.5c6c54b9.3800eb44@aol.com>
	<BAY112-W472F213EBA25310D17B924B8CB0@phx.gbl> 
	<BAY112-W10BDFA3C9701FF99FA3839B8CB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <FEB1D043-BD97-40D9-8C22-509AD348310F@cox.net>

I'm 46 and I work as a musician. My ears have about 30dB cut in the  
3000 hz range.

On Oct 9, 2009, at 2:35 PM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> <robertduquette at sympatico.ca 
 > wrote:

> I certainly would be interested in knowing the demographics of Healey
> ownership.
>
>
> I'm over the hill, but not old ( or at least not mature :) ).
>
>
>
> My '55 is 2 years older than me.  I was introduced to a Bugeye ( my  
> uncle's )
> at a young age ( single digit ).  That's where I went astray.
>
>
>
> Robert
>
>
>
>
>
>
>> Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 14:30:10 -0700
>>
>> Me, but then I'm not an old fart like the rest of you guys. :)
>>
>> Jody
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 1:53 PM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
>>> That article must have been right on the mark.
>>>
>>> Is there anyone that doesn't have a hearing problem?
> _______________________________________________
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From sales at justbrits.com  Fri Oct  9 18:31:15 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:31:15 -0500
Subject: [Healeys]  Ear Plugs
Message-ID: <4ACFD5D3.10500@justbrits.com>

<< Me, but then I'm not an old fart like the rest of you

guys.  :) >>

Ditto, Jody !!!!	-:)

Ed

From thomas3 at shaw.ca  Fri Oct  9 20:04:32 2009
From: thomas3 at shaw.ca (rick thomas)
Date: Fri, 09 Oct 2009 22:04:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] dash lights
Message-ID: <d29a97e810fa5.4acfb370@shaw.ca>

Hi  All
am installing new wiring harness on BJ8.
the new harness, behind the dash has recepicals for spade type lamps not the
screw in type
does any one no what bulbs I should get . The signal light indicators are
fairly small and I am concerned with heat ,but the recepticals are all the
same size

thanks as always
 Rick

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct  9 20:23:55 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 02:23:55 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
In-Reply-To: <4ACFD5D3.10500@justbrits.com>
References: <4ACFD5D3.10500@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W18823A605B42449CC9C4DB8CA0@phx.gbl>

I'm not sure that I believe ED.  ;)

> Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 19:31:15 -0500
>
> << Me, but then I'm not an old fart like the rest of you
>
> guys. :) >>
>
> Ditto, Jody !!!! -:)
>
> Ed

From edic at tampabay.rr.com  Fri Oct  9 20:35:15 2009
From: edic at tampabay.rr.com (edic)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 22:35:15 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
Message-ID: <001201ca4952$4d192580$0201a8c0@your55e5f9e3d2>

I have a small pin hole in one of my brass carb floats and need some guidance
on a repair, a step by step explanation would be helpful.



Mel Brunet

HBJ8L/39749

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Fri Oct  9 20:40:01 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:40:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
In-Reply-To: <4ACFD5D3.10500@justbrits.com>
References: <4ACFD5D3.10500@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <4ACFF401.4020900@pacbell.net>

Yeah, right, Ed!  I've seen your picture. <VBFG>

Bill -- An admitted Ol' Fart of 62 who got into Healeys late in life, 37 
years ago. :-(

Sales at " Just Brits " wrote:
> << Me, but then I'm not an old fart like the rest of you
>
> guys.  :) >>
>
> Ditto, Jody !!!!    -:)
>
> Ed

From jobu53 at hotmail.com  Fri Oct  9 20:46:28 2009
From: jobu53 at hotmail.com (Dan)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 19:46:28 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Barrett Jackson
Message-ID: <BLU144-W89E633A3CCD6E5CE7652FDBCA0@phx.gbl>

There were 3 Healeys sold at BJ in Las Vegas tonight. All were 3000's at 55k,
75k(Tanner Car) and 77k(Healey Lane Car). These prices include the 10% buyers
charge. I would say these prices are probably 10-25% down from a year ago.
Tanner usually gets around 100k for his pieces of crap which look good but
hardly run.






Dan Serrao
1963 BJ7
Fountain Hills, AZ

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From jobu53 at hotmail.com  Fri Oct  9 22:22:34 2009
From: jobu53 at hotmail.com (Dan)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 21:22:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Barrett Jackson
In-Reply-To: <009001ca4960$a0acaec0$2f01a8c0@yourvp7x3s9ctm>
References: <BLU144-W89E633A3CCD6E5CE7652FDBCA0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BLU144-W935BF34F0EF1E48E04066DBCA0@phx.gbl>

I should have said "some" hardly run. I think I need to be careful on this. I
had a case of "foot in mouth disease" earlier. I need to retract this
statement.

Dan Serrao
1963 BJ7
Fountain Hills, AZ

People who don't read the newspaper are uninformed, those who read the
newspaper are misinformed........ Mark Twain




> From: aajr at verizon.net
> To: jobu53 at hotmail.com
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Barrett Jackson
> Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 21:17:47 -0700
>
> What are you basing your statement that Tanner Healey's "hardly run" on?
> Al Adams
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Dan" <jobu53 at hotmail.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, October 09, 2009 7:46 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] Barrett Jackson
>
>
> > There were 3 Healeys sold at BJ in Las Vegas tonight. All were 3000's at
> > 55k,
> > 75k(Tanner Car) and 77k(Healey Lane Car). These prices include the 10%
> > buyers
> > charge. I would say these prices are probably 10-25% down from a year
ago.
> > Tanner usually gets around 100k for his pieces of crap which look good
but
> > hardly run.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Dan Serrao
> > 1963 BJ7
> > Fountain Hills, AZ
> >
> > People who don't read the newspaper are uninformed, those who read the
> > newspaper are misinformed........ Mark Twain
> >
> >
> >
> >
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From healeydoc at verizon.net  Fri Oct  9 22:37:27 2009
From: healeydoc at verizon.net (David Nock)
Date: Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:37:27 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
In-Reply-To: <001201ca4952$4d192580$0201a8c0@your55e5f9e3d2>
References: <001201ca4952$4d192580$0201a8c0@your55e5f9e3d2>
Message-ID: <542193BE-F119-41FB-A067-55F58D5DA09F@verizon.net>

drill a small hole in the float to get all the gas out of the float.  
Then solder the hole up that you drilled in the float. Then submerge  
the float in hot water You will see small bubbles coming out of the  
float where it is leaking. Make a note of those locations and then  
solder up those leaks. Repeat in the hot water until you have no  
bubbles.


David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca
209-948-8767
www.britishcarspecialis.com

On Oct 9, 2009, at 7:35 PM, edic wrote:

> I have a small pin hole in one of my brass carb floats and need  
> some guidance
> on a repair, a step by step explanation would be helpful.
>
>
>
> Mel Brunet
>
> HBJ8L/39749
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From simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk  Fri Oct  9 23:24:48 2009
From: simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk (Simon Lachlan)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 06:24:48 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
In-Reply-To: <c6a.5c6c54b9.3800eb44@aol.com>
References: <c6a.5c6c54b9.3800eb44@aol.com>
Message-ID: <000c01ca4969$fc558fe0$f500afa0$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>

writes:


> Dr. House of the House Ear Institute lectured to my group some 15 years
> ago.
> I asked him about the best protection for shooting.  He said the simple
> yellow foam cylinders work best IF properly inserted.  Roll up lengthwise
> between thumb and forefinger then place in ear and hold deep in place
> until
> it expands. You can buy them cheaply by the hundreds on-line. If it seems
> like they are too far in, you have it right.
>
Whilst engaged in firing largish guns in the Artillery, we were issued with
these yellow items. One guy's cylinders were seemingly pushed further into
his ears by the continued and considerable concussions of the gunfire. It
fell to me as the only one with a tool kit to extract them which I did with
a pair of electricians pliers!
Simon

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Sat Oct 10 04:06:48 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 03:06:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Barrett Jackson
In-Reply-To: <BLU144-W89E633A3CCD6E5CE7652FDBCA0@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU144-W89E633A3CCD6E5CE7652FDBCA0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <50EDF46A-D6F2-4D41-9B96-2A0DBB2D0F85@gmail.com>

Was that John Wilson's Healey Lane?

I Erbs
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On Oct 9, 2009, at 7:46 PM, Dan <jobu53 at hotmail.com> wrote:

> There were 3 Healeys sold at BJ in Las Vegas tonight. All were  
> 3000's at 55k,
> 75k(Tanner Car) and 77k(Healey Lane Car). These prices include the  
> 10% buyers
> charge. I would say these prices are probably 10-25% down from a  
> year ago.
> Tanner usually gets around 100k for his pieces of crap which look  
> good but
> hardly run.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Dan Serrao
> 1963 BJ7
> Fountain Hills, AZ
>
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From wmseverin at charter.net  Sat Oct 10 05:45:36 2009
From: wmseverin at charter.net (Wm. Severin Thompson)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 06:45:36 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] SOS 09 the Erection today and tomorrow...
Message-ID: <000f01ca499f$2eebe640$8cc3b2c0$@net>

"SOS '09 the Erection" will take place this Saturday and Sunday in
Princeton, WI. Among many other things, we'll be erecting a MaxJax lift in
the shop. 

 

http://www.maxjaxusa.com/ (You have a filthy mind.) 

 

In years past we've had "SOS Idgets with Spridgets", and "SOS The Winter of
Our Discontent", amongst other themes. SOS stand for "Save Our Sprites" or
"Save our Spirdgets" Basically, like minded Austin Healey Spite and MG
Midget owners descend on my shop over a 2-3 day period and work on,
assemble, dismantle, tune cars. Often it's been a couple of cars that an
owner couldn't finish by himself, or lacked the tools or skills to complete.
We gather up in teams depending on the number of projects, and get to it.
This year, my own projects... move to a new shop, has gotten the attention. 

 

"SOS" is an offshoot of "OSHIT", (Organized Sprite Handymen In Transit",
which started out on the East Coast. We've had people fly in or drive great
distances to attend. We've had as many as 20 attendees each day, although
this event will be smaller. usually we hold SOS the Fri. & Sat. after
Thanksgiving. 

 

The event will be broadcast via Yahoo Messenger in real time, with the
ability for the viewing audience to watch via webcam speak to us in real
time. To view the broadcast, add "floundervision" to your contact list on
Yahoo Messenger. You'll be invited to a conference Sat & Sun.If you have a
mic, you can speak to us. Please do not ask us to view your camera... but
you're welcome to view ours. 

 

If you'd like to attend in person, please contact me offline for directions.


 

 

 

WST

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Oct 10 15:33:43 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 14:33:43 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] dash lights
In-Reply-To: <d29a97e810fa5.4acfb370@shaw.ca>
References: <d29a97e810fa5.4acfb370@shaw.ca>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910101433u526cfce7m94019dc609ba6ad6@mail.gmail.com>

Rick -

People on the list commonly swap the spade bulb sockets for the screw
sockets from the old harness. You may want to consider doing the same.



On 10/9/09, rick thomas <thomas3 at shaw.ca> wrote:
> Hi  All
> am installing new wiring harness on BJ8.
> the new harness, behind the dash has recepicals for spade type lamps not the
> screw in type
> does any one no what bulbs I should get . The signal light indicators are
> fairly small and I am concerned with heat ,but the recepticals are all the
> same size
>
> thanks as always
>  Rick
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Oct 10 15:36:37 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 14:36:37 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Rear Panel
In-Reply-To: <ae0e2dca72494f2c8b36a4b70d19fb27@memphisassociates.com>
References: <ae0e2dca72494f2c8b36a4b70d19fb27@memphisassociates.com>
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Jon -

Yes the panels are made of wood but several pieces are cut very
specifically.  I'd recommend buying a used set to copy and take the
metal bits off or buy a fitted one complete.

Alan

On 10/9/09, Jon Buhler <buhler at memphisassociates.com> wrote:
> My BJ8 is missing the real panel (behind the jump seats) and I would like to
> either buy one or make one.  It is my understanding that this panel can fold
> down to cover the jump seats.  Can you please tell me the configuration of
> this panel and hardware needed for installation.  If I cut a woden panel to
> fit, can I then just cover it with upholstery?
>
> Thanks in advance for your
> information.
>
> Jon
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From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Sat Oct 10 17:03:40 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:03:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Barret- Jackson (Tanner car)
Message-ID: <BAY124-W31F7496379A4631FD1DDFBD4CA0@phx.gbl>

I did notice the one early 3000 Tanner car (side curtain car) had the right
side curtain mount plate missing on the door!  They were talking up the idea
that it didn't have roll up windows and when they showed the inner door- no
plate.

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

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From palmbeachderm at yahoo.com  Sat Oct 10 18:04:46 2009
From: palmbeachderm at yahoo.com (steven rosenberg md)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:04:46 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] mgtf
Message-ID: <209521.22521.qm@web53708.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

i'm on this site because i have a 67 healey 3000 but just got an mgtf and am curious if there is a similar site for mg's. also maybe someon e can tell me why black material is spit out of the tail pipe whern i start the engine. it doesn't smoke and only last a few seconds, but sure makes a mess on the garage floor. there is a hose coming off of the valve cover going to the carburators in the ev ent that might explain something
thanks for whatrever help someone can give me


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From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Sat Oct 10 18:38:38 2009
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:38:38 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] mgtf
In-Reply-To: <209521.22521.qm@web53708.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <517124.57481.qm@web30306.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hi Steven;  Here are a couple of lists you might try. 
 
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/mg-t
 
http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/mg-tabc
 
And of course, there is always the British Car Forum.
http://www.britishcarforum.com
 
Good Luck
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--- On Sat, 10/10/09, steven rosenberg md <palmbeachderm at yahoo.com> wrote: << 
i'm on this site because i have a 67 healey 3000 but just got an mgtf and am
curious if there is a similar site for mg's. also maybe someon e can tell me
why black material is spit out of the tail pipe whern i start the engine. it
doesn't smoke and only last a few seconds, but sure makes a mess on the garage
floor. there is a hose coming off of the valve cover going to the carburators
in the ev ent that might explain something    thanks for whatrever help
someone can give me >>



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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Sat Oct 10 18:47:44 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 20:47:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] mgtf
In-Reply-To: <209521.22521.qm@web53708.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <209521.22521.qm@web53708.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <013e01ca4a0c$7296f840$57c4e8c0$@net>

Click on the link at the bottom of each message

http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
This brings up the Healey Page. At the bottom of this page, there is a link
that will take you to all lists. Click on that and you will see all the
lists that Mark manages. Scroll down to the one that you want, click on it
and follow the instructions to subscribe.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


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On Behalf Of steven rosenberg md
Sent: Saturday, October 10, 2009 8:05 PM
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Subject: [Healeys] mgtf

i'm on this site because i have a 67 healey 3000 but just got an mgtf and am
curious if there is a similar site for mg's. also maybe someon e can tell me
why black material is spit out of the tail pipe whern i start the engine. it
doesn't smoke and only last a few seconds, but sure makes a mess on the
garage floor. there is a hose coming off of the valve cover going to the
carburators in the ev ent that might explain something
thanks for whatrever help someone can give me


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From ynotink at msn.com  Sat Oct 10 18:52:56 2009
From: ynotink at msn.com (WILLIAM B LAWRENCE)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:52:56 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] mgtf
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The black material on the garage door is soot from the exhaust system. Think
of it as sequestered carbon. (My aren't we green?) The initial blast of hot
moist gases from the combustion chambers mixes with some of the dry soot and
spits it out. I finally learned to open the garage door before I start my 100.
A little simple green will clean it off. I've also noticed that as I've
learned to tune the engine a little more precisely (if you can call it that)
there is less soot and more power.
Bill Lawrence

> Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:04:46 -0700
> From: palmbeachderm at yahoo.com
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] mgtf
>
> i'm on this site because i have a 67 healey 3000 but just got an mgtf and am
curious if there is a similar site for mg's. also maybe someon e can tell me
why black material is spit out of the tail pipe whern i start the engine. it
doesn't smoke and only last a few seconds, but sure makes a mess on the garage
floor. there is a hose coming off of the valve cover going to the carburators
in the ev ent that might explain something
> thanks for whatrever help someone can give me
>
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From jimf at frakes-eng.com  Sat Oct 10 20:23:48 2009
From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:23:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] windshield glazing
In-Reply-To: <20091006013502.25619.qmail@server278.com>
References: <20091006013502.25619.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A4DFB@s07.frakes-eng.com>

www.restorationspecialties.com has a great product. I just completed the
windscreen rebuild on the 100 and it went well. I used the impregnated
cloth instead of the rubber type they also have. He will send samples no
charge.
Jim

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healeymanjim at hansencc.net
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 9:35 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] windshield glazing

when i put the windshield in the bn6, the glazing i bought was too thick
and i had a hard time trying to get the windshield in the groove.  i
finally went to a windshield and glass shop and bought some of the stuff
they use.  it looked like a rubber and cork mixture and was thinner.
worked like a charm and cost me 5 bucks.   hjim
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From jimf at frakes-eng.com  Sat Oct 10 20:29:09 2009
From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:29:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] bn2 Tranny bell housing
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A4DFC@s07.frakes-eng.com>

 Charlie Warner of Miami Valley AHC is looking for a BN2 Bell Housing.
Any of you Toyota conversion fellows have a spare to sell. Contact me or
Charlie. He is not on the list.



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From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Sat Oct 10 20:45:35 2009
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 20:45:35 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] bn2 Tranny bell housing
In-Reply-To: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A4DFC@s07.frakes-eng.com>
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Good luck.
 I was recently told that there are repos available for ~$2000.00. Don't
know if that is true or rumor. Maybe some one else may have info??
Dave

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Sent: Saturday, October 10, 2009 8:29 PM
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Subject: [Healeys] bn2 Tranny bell housing

 Charlie Warner of Miami Valley AHC is looking for a BN2 Bell Housing.
Any of you Toyota conversion fellows have a spare to sell. Contact me or
Charlie. He is not on the list.



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From glemon at neb.rr.com  Sat Oct 10 22:16:41 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:16:41 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] SOS 09 the Erection today and tomorrow...
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References: <000f01ca499f$2eebe640$8cc3b2c0$@net>
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I know we had a lot of discussion of the aging demographics of the list but 
have we gotten to the point where we need to have a public discussion and 
celebration of an erection?  given that it seems to be planned in advance 
and lasting for days, are there enhancing pharmaceuticals involved???

Ducks and leaves the room

GL

From schauss at worldnet.att.net  Sun Oct 11 06:18:07 2009
From: schauss at worldnet.att.net (Peter Schauss)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 08:18:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] mgtf
In-Reply-To: <209521.22521.qm@web53708.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20091011121815.290C118764A@autox.team.net>

My BJ7 does the same thing.  I assume that it is because you have to enrich
the mixture to get it to start.

There is an MGs list on the team.net site.  You can subscribe and
unsubscribe the same way as you do for this list.

-Peter Schauss
1963 BJ7
1980 MGB

> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-
> bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of steven rosenberg md
> Sent: Saturday, October 10, 2009 8:05 PM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] mgtf
> 
> i'm on this site because i have a 67 healey 3000 but just got an mgtf and
> am curious if there is a similar site for mg's. also maybe someon e can
> tell me why black material is spit out of the tail pipe whern i start the
> engine. it doesn't smoke and only last a few seconds, but sure makes a
> mess on the garage floor. there is a hose coming off of the valve cover
> going to the carburators in the ev ent that might explain something
> thanks for whatrever help someone can give me

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Oct 11 07:25:11 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 06:25:11 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] bn2 Tranny bell housing
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Message-ID: <ff59076c0910110625n56de0fe2ncfc844ff221200f@mail.gmail.com>

British car specialists in sockton CA has em.

On 10/10/09, Frakes, Jim <jimf at frakes-eng.com> wrote:
>  Charlie Warner of Miami Valley AHC is looking for a BN2 Bell Housing.
> Any of you Toyota conversion fellows have a spare to sell. Contact me or
> Charlie. He is not on the list.
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Sun Oct 11 07:50:56 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 13:50:56 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Nash Healey
Message-ID: <1633910034.2372421255269056840.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/10/11/MTD31A3I28.DTL 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

From edic at tampabay.rr.com  Sun Oct 11 07:52:49 2009
From: edic at tampabay.rr.com (edic)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 09:52:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
Message-ID: <001001ca4a7a$1f59e110$0201a8c0@your55e5f9e3d2>

Friday I posted a request for help with the repair of a leaking brass carb
float and was informed by Steve Byers that Norman Nock had responded with a
repair.  For some inexplicable reason I have not received this email and was
wondering if anyone on the list may have this post in their delete folder. If
so, would you kindly forward it to me at edic at tampabay.rr.com. I have ordered
a new one, but I do want to repair this one and keep for a spare per Steve
Byers recommendation.

Thanks for any help.

Mel Brunet

HBJ8L/39749

From edic at tampabay.rr.com  Sun Oct 11 08:45:06 2009
From: edic at tampabay.rr.com (edic)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:45:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
Message-ID: <002201ca4a81$6c971e00$0201a8c0@your55e5f9e3d2>

John thanks for sending the email PDQ, and Norman thanks for the help.

Mel Brunet
HBJ8L/39749

From medlabinc at msn.com  Sun Oct 11 09:56:44 2009
From: medlabinc at msn.com (Dick Matson)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 08:56:44 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  Texas Kooler
Message-ID: <COL109-DS21E2A36DDADE8CFFA30DD4A2C90@phx.gbl>

Except, ,  ,  except that ambient temperature does make some difference.

Dick Matson / Bj8


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To: BJ8 Healeys<mailto:sbyers at ec.rr.com>
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Subject: Re: [Healeys] Texas Kooler


You are all treating symptons - you need to address the causes. I ran a
stock but fully restored 100-Six,  for 10 years and never experienced any
overheating. Overheating is merely the visble sympton of some other
inherent problem. A fan will help, but its not addressing the real issue,
its just taking medication.

cheers

Derek

On Tue, Sep 29, 2009 at 6:33 PM, BJ8 Healeys
<sbyers at ec.rr.com<mailto:sbyers at ec.rr.com>> wrote:

> The blades on my Chinese fan were riveted on also, and shaped exactly like
> the
> original blades.  As I recall, there is nothing on the fan itself that
> indicated Chinese origin, but there was a "Made in China" sticker on the
> box
> it came in.
>
> You may not have one of these, Tom, but it would be worthwhile to examine
> yours periodically just in case.  The shed blade put a 2-inch gash in my
> fan
> guard, knocked it loose from the radiator header tank (my homemade radiator
> shroud attached to the guard on each side kept the guard from going too
> far,
> however, and kept the blade from doing more damage to the car), and put a
> large hole in the radiator header tank.  Moss also replaced my radiator at
> no
> charge.
>
> Steve Byers
> HBJ8L/36666
> BJ8 Registry
> Havelock, NC  USA
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Tom Felts [mailto:tomfelts at windstream.net]
> Sent: Tuesday, September 29, 2009 11:28 AM
> To: BJ8 Healeys
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net<mailto:healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Texas Kooler
>
> The blades are riveted on and are squared off on the tips--not pointed.  If
> it
> is one of the China ones, I must be lucky, because it has gotten LOTS of
> use
> and no signs of cracking or other signs of damage.
>
> I'll try to get in close and see if there are any signs of origin on it
> anywhere.
> _______________________________________________

From simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk  Sun Oct 11 10:10:46 2009
From: simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk (Simon Lachlan)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 17:10:46 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Tickford
Message-ID: <004f01ca4a8d$645337e0$2cf9a7a0$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>

I gleaned this from our local club's newsletter.
Quote
Healey Tickford Body Parts for Sale.
Two front mudguards and two rear all in steel, a pair of folding front seat
frames plus rear seat, bonnet & grill. Unquote
If anyone's interested, contact me and I'll pass on the email. Note that the
parts are in UK, at least that's my presumption! (But, I imagine the
location of these things is nothing compared to their scarcity?)
Simon

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Sun Oct 11 10:36:05 2009
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 09:36:05 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
Message-ID: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>

A friend of mine here in Kentucky has a very nice one which has the tail
reflectors in orange in lieu of the usual Red inserts.  He thinks it is an
original German car although he has had it for nearly 20 years.  Is this
unusual or normal color for these reflectors?

FYI only 2 big Healeys (his was one of them) at the Nashville British car show
yesterday (excluding my driver BN7 with which I was too late to enter).
Plenty of MG, Mini's, Jags, Triumphs, etc.  Disappointing although for all
Brit car fans it was a great show with maybe 100 cars in it.

Thanks,

Richard of KY

1960 BN7
 		 	   		  
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From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Sun Oct 11 11:25:38 2009
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Len and/or Marge Hartnett)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:25:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  Texas Kooler
In-Reply-To: <COL109-DS21E2A36DDADE8CFFA30DD4A2C90@phx.gbl>
References: <COL109-DS21E2A36DDADE8CFFA30DD4A2C90@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <2358A0E8FDF448E8B55CE0F8FBC6CAFA@LeonardPCPC>

I can attest to the fact that ambient temperature is a factor.  I acquired 
my BJ8 while stationed at RAF Bentwaters in England.  For a while, I removed 
the fan from by car and was able to drive without any fan(s) and without 
overheating problems as long as I could attain 40 MPH or so. That was easy 
to do around the Ipswich area.  Minimal traffic and cool weather.  Not so in 
the Sacramento Valley here in California.  Tried it for one day.  It 
overheated at any and all speeds.  I tried an electric fan alone and that 
was unsuccessful, also.  I am currently using a Hayden seven bladed flex fan 
along with a thermostatically controlled electric fan.

The theory I heard at the time was that a fan consumes about 10 HP.  In the 
process, I discovered how much noise a fan makes.  Take it off for a while 
then put it back on.  You might be amazed.

(The Other) Len
Vacaville, CA, USA
1967 AH 3000 MkIII, HBJ8L39031


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dick Matson" <medlabinc at msn.com>
To: "AustinHealey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 11, 2009 8:56 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Texas Kooler


> Except, ,  ,  except that ambient temperature does make some difference.
>
> Dick Matson / Bj8
>
>
/archive 

From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 11 11:28:40 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:28:40 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
Message-ID: <584467.18033.qm@web83303.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Mel ... The answer came from my son David Nock not me , David and my Daughter
Sheila have been the owners of British Car Specialists for the last 15 years ,
I am there 4 days a week to help if needed ... Norman Nock 

--- On Sun, 10/11/09, edic <edic at tampabay.rr.com> wrote:

From: edic <edic at tampabay.rr.com>
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
To: healeys at Autox.Team.Net
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2009, 6:52 AM

Friday I posted a request for help with the repair of a leaking brass carb
float and was informed by Steve Byers that Norman Nock had responded with a
repair.  For some inexplicable reason I have not received this email and was
wondering if anyone on the list may have this post in their delete folder. If
so, would you kindly forward it to me at edic at tampabay.rr.com. I have ordered
a new one, but I do want to repair this one and keep for a spare per Steve
Byers recommendation.

Thanks for any help.

Mel Brunet

From healeyguy at bredband.net  Sun Oct 11 11:48:58 2009
From: healeyguy at bredband.net (Per Schoerner)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 19:48:58 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD21A8A.3050002@bredband.net>

Richard

Cars exported to Germany and Sweden were fitted with separate yellow 
turn signals instead of the reflectors. They also had the same turn 
signals in the front. If you take a look behind the "reflector" I'm sure 
you will find a light bulb there, or at least a bulb holder.

Per in Sweden

From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Sun Oct 11 13:16:22 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:16:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <8CC18BE7406E5EB-4BBC-1C138@webmail-d033.sysops.aol.com>

Orange reflectors of the same design as used on Healeys were used as side reflectors on British motorcycles.? Could be that a previous owner replaced the stock red ones with orange.



Bill Wilkman

BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: Richard Collins <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
To: Webmeister <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sun, Oct 11, 2009 9:36 am
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb




A friend of mine here in Kentucky has a very nice one which has the tail
reflectors in orange in lieu of the usual Red inserts.  He thinks it is an
original German car although he has had it for nearly 20 years.  Is this
unusual or normal color for these reflectors?

FYI only 2 big Healeys (his was one of them) at the Nashville British car show
yesterday (excluding my driver BN7 with which I was too late to enter).
Plenty of MG, Mini's, Jags, Triumphs, etc.  Disappointing although for all
Brit car fans it was a great show with maybe 100 cars in it.

Thanks,

Richard of KY

1960 BN7
                      
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From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Sun Oct 11 13:21:18 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:21:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
In-Reply-To: <584467.18033.qm@web83303.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
References: <584467.18033.qm@web83303.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <8CC18BF24D39071-4BBC-1C1CD@webmail-d033.sysops.aol.com>

It's great to know you've been able to keep your business open and in the family.? I hated to see University Motors close entirely after being a stalwart for so long.



Bill Wilkman

BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: Norman Nock <sjnnock at sbcglobal.net>
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Sun, Oct 11, 2009 10:28 am
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair




Mel ... The answer came from my son David Nock not me , David and my Daughter
Sheila have been the owners of British Car Specialists for the last 15 years ,
I am there 4 days a week to help if needed ... Norman Nock 

--- On Sun, 10/11/09, edic <edic at tampabay.rr.com> wrote:

From: edic <edic at tampabay.rr.com>
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
To: healeys at Autox.Team.Net
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2009, 6:52 AM

Friday I posted a request for help with the repair of a leaking brass carb
float and was informed by Steve Byers that Norman Nock had responded with a
repair.  For some inexplicable reason I have not received this email and was
wondering if anyone on the list may have this post in their delete folder. If
so, would you kindly forward it to me at edic at tampabay.rr.com. I have ordered
a new one, but I do want to repair this one and keep for a spare per Steve
Byers recommendation.

Thanks for any help.

Mel Brunet
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From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 11 13:54:03 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:54:03 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
In-Reply-To: <8CC18BF24D39071-4BBC-1C1CD@webmail-d033.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <437248.69653.qm@web83305.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Bill ... David started to work in the shop in 1975 he went to all the dealer
tech sessions ,           Sheila started working in the office / parts dept.
in 1979 she is who finds all the           parts we need ... David now has his
son working in the service dept.                  Norman Nock

--- On Sun, 10/11/09, wilkmanracing at aol.com <wilkmanracing at aol.com> wrote:

From: wilkmanracing at aol.com <wilkmanracing at aol.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Brass float repair
To: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net, healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2009, 12:21 PM


It's great to know you've been able to keep your business open and in the
family.  I hated to see University Motors close entirely after being a
stalwart for so long.


 


Bill Wilkman


BT7



-----Original Message-----

From: Norman Nock <sjnnock at sbcglobal.net>

To: healeys at autox.team.net

Sent: Sun, Oct 11, 2009 10:28 am

Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair





Mel ... The answer came from my son David Nock not me , David and my
Daughter
Sheila have been the owners of British Car Specialists for the last
15 years ,
I am there 4 days a week to help if needed ... Norman Nock 

--- On
Sun, 10/11/09, edic <edic at tampabay.rr.com> wrote:

From: edic
<edic at tampabay.rr.com>
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
To:
healeys at Autox.Team.Net
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2009, 6:52 AM

Friday I
posted a request for help with the repair of a leaking brass carb
float and
was informed by Steve Byers that Norman Nock had responded with a
repair.  For
some inexplicable reason I have not received this email and was
wondering if
anyone on the list may have this post in their delete folder. If
so, would you
kindly forward it to me at edic at tampabay.rr.com. I have ordered
a new one, but
I do want to repair this one and keep for a spare per Steve
Byers
recommendation.

Thanks for any help.

Mel Brunet
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From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 11 14:24:37 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:24:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Brass float repair
References: <584467.18033.qm@web83303.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP3197CCA64DF4B547138D4AC3C90@phx.gbl>

...and a fine job they do too!

Mirek

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Norman Nock" <sjnnock at sbcglobal.net>
 David and my Daughter Sheila have been the owners of British Car 
Specialists for the last 15 years ,

From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Sun Oct 11 14:39:09 2009
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 13:39:09 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Could it be the OD Switch?
Message-ID: <148304.76531.qm@web50012.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Fellow Listers - particular those well versed in all-things-OD...

Now that I've completed the installation of new insulation in the cockpit and before I reattach the transmission cover I thought I would once again turn my attention to troubleshooting the OD.  Some of you may recall several weeks ago I solicited help on adjusting the OD given the adjustment lever instructions in the manual weren't working for me.  A couple of you responded with great advice and step-by-step instructions on how to adjust the the setting.  That worked like a charm.  It worked great during a test drive without the transmission cover in place.  I drove it again after buttoning up the interior - DAMN! no OD.

Fast forward to today.  The solenoid is new and only has two miles on it.  I am not getting power to the OD solenoid.  I have the tranny cover off again. With the ignition on and the transmission in top gear, I have power going to the toggle switch in the off position and no power coming out - exactly what you would expect.  Turn on the toggle switch and I now have power coming from the toggle switch down to the the OD switch (#32 on the Key to the Gearbox Components diagram page FFF.5 in the manual) via a white/green wire.  Through the process I can hear the relay operate.  Turning off the toggle and depressing the accelerator the relay is heard again.  I believe the relay is working fine.

There is no power coming out of the OD switch in either the white or white/purple wire going to the OD solenoid.  I am assuming that there should be power coming out of the OD switch to the OD solenoid when the toggle switch is on.  Is this correct?  Is the fact that nothing is coming out of the OD switch when the toggle switch is on, an indication that the OD switch is faulty?  

Any troubleshooting advice is greatly appreciated.  Thank you in advance for your help.

Cheers,
Carlos Cruz

PS:  I have an all new appreciation for you old guys and your eye sight giving you problems reading those electrical diagrams in the manual.  I need to get my hands on some Austin Healey magnification goggles.  

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Sun Oct 11 16:32:56 2009
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F Ronald Rader)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:32:56 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Nash Healey
In-Reply-To: <1633910034.2372421255269056840.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1633910034.2372421255269056840.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50910111532l6d51f2b6mb923980f148c63ab@mail.gmail.com>

Jim is a great guy and is helping me with my currently stalled 1954
Nash Healey full Restoration.

ron rader
1954 Nash Healey
1965 BJ8

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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Sun Oct 11 19:40:07 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 21:40:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Bodywork help required SW Florida
In-Reply-To: <5caeedb50910111532l6d51f2b6mb923980f148c63ab@mail.gmail.com>
References: <1633910034.2372421255269056840.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<5caeedb50910111532l6d51f2b6mb923980f148c63ab@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <001e01ca4adc$ee4bb540$cae31fc0$@com>

I have received the following enquiry. Can anyone make any recommendations.
Please contact Sara directly
Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

Hello Mike,
I have been working on my 1960 AH 3000 for 20+ years now. I was hoping you
might know where I can get someone to finish the body. I live in SW Florida
(Fort Myers) area. I would be happy to donate to your cause for any
help/leads you might be able to provide.
Sara Cheney
239-344-6214
sara at ssreed.com

From bighealey at astound.net  Sun Oct 11 21:02:29 2009
From: bighealey at astound.net (John Soderling)
Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 20:02:29 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Kilmartin
References: <be7.5c882620.37fcffda@aol.com><96316B6D31B94C048056E04ACED09CA0@Edscomputer>
	<4ACD521F.8020507@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <0CE096B86F3446688E45DB7F0DE50283@Soderling>

British Car Specialists in Stockton carries Kilmartin products and puts out 
a Kilmartin catalog.
Vrooom,
John

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
To: "Ed Woods" <fogbro1 at comcast.net>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 7:44 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Kilmartin


> http://www.kas-kilmartin.com.au/
>
> Greg Kilmartin usually responds to email inquiries in a day or two 
> (they're on the wrong side of the planet).
>
>
> bs
>
>
> Ed Woods wrote:
>> List,
>>
>> Whatever happened to the Kilmartin link/catalog? Is there a US 
>> distributor of their sheetmetal?
>>
>> Ed Woods _______________________________________________
>
> *******************************************************************
> Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net 

From healeyguy at bredband.net  Mon Oct 12 08:20:10 2009
From: healeyguy at bredband.net (Per Schoerner)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:20:10 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Could it be the OD Switch?
In-Reply-To: <148304.76531.qm@web50012.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <148304.76531.qm@web50012.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4AD33B1A.4030201@bredband.net>

Carlos
The way you describe it sounds like your overdrive is incorrectly wired. 
Check the diagram in section G.11 in your book. that's the way to 
connect things. You even have a check list there to follow in case it 
doesn't work.

Per in Sweden

From jcapezzuti at aol.com  Mon Oct 12 08:42:24 2009
From: jcapezzuti at aol.com (jcapezzuti at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:42:24 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Bodywork help required SW Florida
Message-ID: <925660318-1255358572-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-745400725-@bda847.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

Paul Tsikuris (Tsikuris Classics)SP?  in Lakeland, FL does phenomenal Austin Healey body work.... 


------Original Message------
From: Michael Salter
Sender: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
To: 'Healey List'
Subject: [Healeys] Bodywork help required SW Florida
Sent: Oct 11, 2009 8:40 PM

I have received the following enquiry. Can anyone make any recommendations.
Please contact Sara directly
Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

Hello Mike,
I have been working on my 1960 AH 3000 for 20+ years now. I was hoping you
might know where I can get someone to finish the body. I live in SW Florida
(Fort Myers) area. I would be happy to donate to your cause for any
help/leads you might be able to provide.
Sara Cheney
239-344-6214
sara at ssreed.com
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From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Mon Oct 12 09:01:37 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:01:37 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] bn2 Tranny bell housing
In-Reply-To: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A4DFC@s07.frakes-eng.com>
References: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A4DFC@s07.frakes-eng.com>
Message-ID: <3EC4E551-B554-4A5B-96C7-69F6CCE3B21E@sbcglobal.net>

Used ones are like hens teeth.

We do have new ones available.




David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Oct 10, 2009, at 7:29 PM, Frakes, Jim wrote:

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> Any of you Toyota conversion fellows have a spare to sell. Contact  
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Mon Oct 12 11:30:00 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:30:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Rear Panel
References: <ae0e2dca72494f2c8b36a4b70d19fb27@memphisassociates.com>
Message-ID: <C648E205AA9D400998071E33DF257848@LIFEBOOK>

Jon,

I'm afraid a wooden panel covered with upholstery just doesn't do it.

This BJ8 rear fold down panel is actually quite complex and must be built up 
with all the side, top and bottom wood members, with their reliefs, tapers, 
angles and counter bores with trapped speed nuts in the side pieces, covered 
in thinly cushioned vinyl in certain places. Then there are the hardware 
pieces, trim screws, including the left and right slide bolt assemblies that 
key into your rear quarter panels. Also, you'll need the aluminum oval 
relief surrounds and offset plates for the hardboard panel that forms the 
back of the inside stationary rear panel, sleeved rivets, the chromed offset 
hinges for the first hinged cushion panel, it's inner backing and form, the 
second set of hinges to pivot 1st and 2nd fold down panel. Finally you will 
need the right cushioning foam, inner carpet and vinyl hinged piece for the 
inner face to face portion of the folding panel, and the outer face 
including the squared heat formed pattern of vinyl and silver braided piping 
for the cushion portion of the fold down panel. That is finished off with 
the leather holding straps with domed fasteners to keep the assembly in 
place when being used as the rear seat back.
Old assemblies with all hardware in place can be purchased for a couple 
hundred, but needing full restoration and certainly new wood and vinyl. New 
complete wood assemblies are available, and all the hardware is available. 
Also complete finished assemblies are available. Expect that if starting 
from scratch, these assemblies done PROPERLY can easily cost from $1000 if 
you built it yourself, to almost $3000 if you order it all professionally 
made and finished ready to install.
Pics att'd for Jon.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jon Buhler" <buhler at memphisassociates.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 09, 2009 11:53 AM
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Rear Panel


> My BJ8 is missing the real panel (behind the jump seats) and I would like 
> to
> either buy one or make one.  It is my understanding that this panel can 
> fold
> down to cover the jump seats.  Can you please tell me the configuration of
> this panel and hardware needed for installation.  If I cut a woden panel 
> to
> fit, can I then just cover it with upholstery?
>
> Thanks in advance for your
> information.
>
> Jon
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Mon Oct 12 11:35:02 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:35:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] dash lights
References: <d29a97e810fa5.4acfb370@shaw.ca>
Message-ID: <3483421EA66B44C2B8079663E947B673@LIFEBOOK>

Rick,

I took one of these new replacement sockets into an auto pars store, told 
them they were for 12v dash illumination lights and they immediately 
supplied some modern GM bulbs that simply push into the new sockets. These 
in turn will fit into your instruments and gauges on a BJ8 with no problem.
That said, I always replace the ones for Concours cars with the originals 
harvested from the original harness.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "rick thomas" <thomas3 at shaw.ca>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 09, 2009 10:04 PM
Subject: [Healeys] dash lights


> Hi  All
> am installing new wiring harness on BJ8.
> the new harness, behind the dash has recepicals for spade type lamps not 
> the
> screw in type
> does any one no what bulbs I should get . The signal light indicators are
> fairly small and I am concerned with heat ,but the recepticals are all the
> same size
>
> thanks as always
> Rick
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From grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net  Mon Oct 12 14:15:57 2009
From: grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net (Jerry Costanzo)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:15:57 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] comfort addition to Healeys
Message-ID: <D8B8E8E7C4F84B73ADEC491DB785E1F8@cardinalhealth.net>

I will risk being ridiculed by bringing up an addition my wife asked for in
our restoration of the BJ8.   We had the opportunity to go over the Lake Tahoe
pass to a Jensen car meet in Carson City.  During the meet, they had a nice
ride back up to Tahoe in the early evening.  As we hit the 8000 ft level, we
had the thought to stop and turn on the heater valve.  During our restoration,
MOSS was giving away seat heaters if you bought enough merchandise.  I have
one of these in my truck and hate it.  It gets much too hot.  My wife on the
other had likes them.  She asked for seat heaters when we were doing the
interior and since I could get them for "free", we did the installation.  As
we ascended Tahoe, we hit the switch and it is a low heat in both the seat
back and the bottom of the seat.  It was just right for the drive with the top
still down.   Tahoe is very pretty and the summer crowds were gone.  We
dropped down to Reno and attended the car museum there for the evening.   Very
nice batch of cars.

So if you are working on seats:   you can't see the install unless you look
behind the seats and see the black box on the wall.  You will have to install
some wire and fuse but that can be added so it is not visible either.

Jerry

BJ8

From grday at btinternet.com  Mon Oct 12 16:45:18 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:45:18 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] comfort addition to Healeys
References: <D8B8E8E7C4F84B73ADEC491DB785E1F8@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <D1CCCA9AFE2B4F37A9E14B932F0C2558@user8634b3d69b>

Jerry,
You are right, it is a woman's thing - she must have a seat heater in her 
car but, it is left on when I'm in her car   :-)

Guy R Day

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jerry Costanzo" <grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net>
To: <healeys at Autox.Team.Net>
Sent: Monday, October 12, 2009 9:15 PM
Subject: [Healeys] comfort addition to Healeys


>I will risk being ridiculed by bringing up an addition my wife asked for in
> our restoration of the BJ8.   We had the opportunity to go over the Lake 
> Tahoe
> pass to a Jensen car meet in Carson City.  During the meet, they had a 
> nice
> ride back up to Tahoe in the early evening.  As we hit the 8000 ft level, 
> we
> had the thought to stop and turn on the heater valve.  During our 
> restoration,
> MOSS was giving away seat heaters if you bought enough merchandise.  I 
> have
> one of these in my truck and hate it.  It gets much too hot.  My wife on 
> the
> other had likes them.  She asked for seat heaters when we were doing the
> interior and since I could get them for "free", we did the installation. 
> As
> we ascended Tahoe, we hit the switch and it is a low heat in both the seat
> back and the bottom of the seat.  It was just right for the drive with the 
> top
> still down.   Tahoe is very pretty and the summer crowds were gone.  We
> dropped down to Reno and attended the car museum there for the evening. 
> Very
> nice batch of cars.
>
> So if you are working on seats:   you can't see the install unless you 
> look
> behind the seats and see the black box on the wall.  You will have to 
> install
> some wire and fuse but that can be added so it is not visible either.
>
> Jerry
>
> BJ8
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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Mon Oct 12 16:57:48 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:57:48 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2 cataloged..
Message-ID: <0212F04A019647F68E95AC90B7A7FE5C@tm>

Hello,

In order to understand better the nuts and bolts on my BN2 I have copied a
list of fasteners from AKD870 part's list for the 100. I have concentrated
on my BN2, so any specific stuff to BN1 is not there.

I am trying to decipher though the older part numbers - can anyone help
here?

John S, if you have some space on your webpage I would be more than glad to
share it :-)

This is a very first version, I would like to update it.

Best, Tadek

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From dwflagg at juno.com  Mon Oct 12 17:02:34 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:02:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100 Lighting Wire Colour
Message-ID: <20091012.160305.1238.5803@mailpop10.dca.untd.com>

What is the standard wiring colour for 100-4 instrument lighting
connections? Thanks.

Doug
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Mon Oct 12 17:25:24 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:25:24 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2 cataloged..
In-Reply-To: <0212F04A019647F68E95AC90B7A7FE5C@tm>
References: <0212F04A019647F68E95AC90B7A7FE5C@tm>
Message-ID: <004001ca4b93$46b4f320$d41ed960$@net>

OK it is on the updated scheduled for the morning of Oct. 13. Thanks Tadek.
If you have more, I'll take it! When you update it, just shoot me a copy.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: Tadeusz Malkiewicz [mailto:tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl]
Sent: Monday, October 12, 2009 6:58 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net; 'Rich C'; 'John Harper'; ahbn6 at verizon.net
Subject: Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2 cataloged..

Hello,

In order to understand better the nuts and bolts on my BN2 I have copied a
list of fasteners from AKD870 part's list for the 100. I have concentrated
on my BN2, so any specific stuff to BN1 is not there.

I am trying to decipher though the older part numbers - can anyone help
here?

John S, if you have some space on your webpage I would be more than glad to
share it :-)

This is a very first version, I would like to update it.

Best, Tadek

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Mon Oct 12 18:14:57 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:14:57 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100 Lighting Wire Colour
References: <20091012.160305.1238.5803@mailpop10.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <760D1E876F6344D396FAC46B971896E2@LIFEBOOK>

All BMC products including big and little Austin Healeys had standard red 
with white stripe tracer for instrument lighting. Black was for ground as 
required.

Rich Chrysler
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "dwflagg" <dwflagg at juno.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 12, 2009 7:02 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 100 Lighting Wire Colour


> What is the standard wiring colour for 100-4 instrument lighting
> connections? Thanks.
>
> Doug
> ____________________________________________________________
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> $133,000 mortgage under $679/mo. Compare rates and save!
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Mon Oct 12 18:32:23 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:32:23 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100 Lighting Wire Colour
Message-ID: <20091012.173238.1204.8031@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>

Would anyone have a piece about 2' in length they would part with?
Thanks.

Doug

> All BMC products including big and little Austin Healeys had standard 
> red 
> with white stripe tracer for instrument lighting. Black was for 
> ground as 
> required.
> 
> Rich Chrysler
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "dwflagg" <dwflagg at juno.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, October 12, 2009 7:02 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] 100 Lighting Wire Colour
> 
> 
> > What is the standard wiring colour for 100-4 instrument lighting
> > connections? Thanks.
> >
> > Doug
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Mon Oct 12 22:25:06 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:25:06 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] non healey content travel question
Message-ID: <173126440910122125g7158b683j23253fcf044f448a@mail.gmail.com>

OK, I know this is a long shot, but we are an international group and I got
great ideas for where to stay in Paris and things to do in Europe last
summer, thought I would give it a try.
Going to Israel Dec. 22-30, 2009
Mainly looking for an apartment to rent in Jerusalem for 8 nights. Plus any
chance there is LBC stuff to do?
cheers, and happy fall to those of you where it does not mark the end to
driving season as it does here in the Pacific Northwest of the USA. I might
get 3-4 driving days in, between now and summer.
On the other hand the fall colors are amazing and quite comparable to the
Northeastern US

-- 
I Erbs
Portland, OR

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Mon Oct 12 23:32:54 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 07:32:54 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2  cataloged..
In-Reply-To: <248778.5329.qm@web30306.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <6860A1A7F9BE42F4B05BE15FA8166763@tm>

Jim, 

Many thanks!

I decoded (almost) all the ABC123(4) format ones, I am looking for a way to
decode the earlier format eg. 1K 1234...

Best, Tadek

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Tue Oct 13 04:23:12 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:23:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Could it be the OD Switch?
Message-ID: <000a01ca4bef$2b70cc40$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark LaPierre" <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
To: "Carlos Cruz" <healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com>; "Healey List" 
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 11, 2009 10:05 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Could it be the OD Switch?


> Should be a white/green wire going to the OD switch on the side of the 
> trany.
>
> You should have the 12v on both sides of the switch.  If its only on the 
> in side you may need to take a washer out from  under the switch so it 
> engages better when the shifter is engaged in 3 and 4 gear.
> If you have a meter you can test the switch for continuity with the 
> voltages off.   You should show a dead
> short across the switch when in 3 and 4 gear.    If you do take the switch 
> out for the washer then test the
> switch by manually pushing the plunger in and out while your meter is 
> hooked up.  At least that way if it
> shows to be good then you know you have to take out a washer or maybe just 
> tighten it a bit more but not
> too tight cause they can break.
>
> Mark
>
>> There is no power coming out of the OD switch in either the white or 
>> white/purple wire going to the OD solenoid.  I am assuming that there 
>> should be power coming out of the OD switch to the OD solenoid when the 
>> toggle switch is on.  Is this correct?  Is the fact that nothing is 
>> coming out of the OD switch when the toggle switch is on, an indication 
>> that the OD switch is faulty?
>>
>> Any troubleshooting advice is greatly appreciated.  Thank you in advance 
>> for your help.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> Carlos Cruz
>>
>> PS:  I have an all new appreciation for you old guys and your eye sight 
>> giving you problems reading those electrical diagrams in the manual.  I 
>> need to get my hands on some Austin Healey magnification goggles.
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Oct 13 06:55:48 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:55:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2   cataloged..
References: <6860A1A7F9BE42F4B05BE15FA8166763@tm>
Message-ID: <0416B98E9C4E4036B9B63979815DCB5E@LIFEBOOK>

The other numbers are specific part numbers and unfortunately have nothing 
to do with a code that can be broken down.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tadeusz Malkiewicz" <tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl>
To: "'J. Scott Morris'" <jstmorris at yahoo.com>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 1:32 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2 cataloged..


> Jim,
>
> Many thanks!
>
> I decoded (almost) all the ABC123(4) format ones, I am looking for a way 
> to
> decode the earlier format eg. 1K 1234...
>
> Best, Tadek

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Tue Oct 13 08:54:56 2009
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (Joe and Lenore Armour)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:54:56 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Why have a Sports Car
In-Reply-To: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <489412.67037.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4AD494C0.8040301@illawarra.hotkey.net.au>

HealeyRick wrote:

>Interesting those phrases you remember from your youth.  I was a huge Henry N.
>Manney fan.  And over at C&D, I tended to favor Warren Weith. Rob Walker used
>to deliver such great GP reports, felt I was in the pits even though the
>checkered rlag had dropped three months earlier.  I miss their prose, although
>am still a lover of Peter Egan and Burt Levy.  Any other favorite writers out
>there?
>
>Yr Fthfl Srvnt,
>Rick
>_____________________
>  
>
As a wayward youth down in country Australia we had no 3D motor racing 
only the flat images on paper that came from the town library.
BUT I will never forget the C&D, or Road & Track or was it Sports Car 
Graphic article that was to change my life. A journalist rode as 
passenger in a Maserati Birdcage down the east coast of USA to a 
motoring event - could it have been Sebring. The passenger had to nurse 
his luggage while it pi..ed down rain for most of the trip. From memory 
the elements did not deter the intrepid Sports Car pair.

Some years later I saw a TR.3 driver in the car park at my first motor 
race meeting hammer his 'nearsideundos' up so tight I could only assume 
the ride home was going to be sooooooo  fast.

So what happened next you ask, first car as a 17yo.,  a BN.4, next car 
another BN.4,  then it got really serious with two of Donald's best, a 
red one and a blue one.

Joe

From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Tue Oct 13 08:25:04 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:25:04 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] comfort addition to Healeys
In-Reply-To: <D8B8E8E7C4F84B73ADEC491DB785E1F8@cardinalhealth.net>
References: <D8B8E8E7C4F84B73ADEC491DB785E1F8@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <8CC1A281789E1A7-EB8-45DD@webmail-d042.sysops.aol.com>

I like the idea.? Anything that keeps these cars in use is a good thing...well, almost anything!? ;o)



Bill Wilkman

BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: Jerry Costanzo <grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net>
To: healeys at Autox.Team.Net
Sent: Mon, Oct 12, 2009 1:15 pm
Subject: [Healeys] comfort addition to Healeys




I will risk being ridiculed by bringing up an addition my wife asked for in
our restoration of the BJ8.   We had the opportunity to go over the Lake Tahoe
pass to a Jensen car meet in Carson City.  During the meet, they had a nice
ride back up to Tahoe in the early evening.  As we hit the 8000 ft level, we
had the thought to stop and turn on the heater valve.  During our restoration,
MOSS was giving away seat heaters if you bought enough merchandise.  I have
one of these in my truck and hate it.  It gets much too hot.  My wife on the
other had likes them.  She asked for seat heaters when we were doing the
interior and since I could get them for "free", we did the installation.  As
we ascended Tahoe, we hit the switch and it is a low heat in both the seat
back and the bottom of the seat.  It was just right for the drive with the top
still down.   Tahoe is very pretty and the summer crowds were gone.  We
dropped down to Reno and attended the car museum there for the evening.   Very
nice batch of cars.

So if you are working on seats:   you can't see the install unless you look
behind the seats and see the black box on the wall.  You will have to install
some wire and fuse but that can be added so it is not visible either.

Jerry

BJ8
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You are subscribed as wilkmanracing at aol.com

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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 13 09:05:54 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:05:54 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] comfort addition to Healeys
In-Reply-To: <8CC1A281789E1A7-EB8-45DD@webmail-d042.sysops.aol.com>
References: <D8B8E8E7C4F84B73ADEC491DB785E1F8@cardinalhealth.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W20E9D6A513B42C4C6D5F7EB8C70@phx.gbl>

My Subaru has electric heat in the front leather seats.  It's great to warm up
the cold leather and they can be switched off individually so you don't need
consensus between the genders.



> I like the idea.? Anything that keeps these cars in use is a good
thing...well, almost anything!? ;o)
>
> Bill Wilkman
> BT7
>
> -----Original Message-----
>
> She asked for seat heaters when we were doing the
> interior and since I could get them for "free", we did the installation. As
> we ascended Tahoe, we hit the switch and it is a low heat in both the seat
> back and the bottom of the seat. It was just right for the drive with the
top
> still down.

>
> Jerry
> BJ8

From al at bighealey.org  Tue Oct 13 11:00:47 2009
From: al at bighealey.org (al at bighealey.org)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:00:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] ear plugs, etc.,
Message-ID: <2d0841f9$2c45258d$5bec23d5$@com>

Here is a link to the California Motor vehicle code section that deals with 
earplugs:  
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d12/vc27400.htm

the text is as follows:

Wearing of Headsets
or Earplugs


27400.                            A person operating a motor vehicle or
bicycle may not wear a headset covering, or earplugs
in, both ears. This prohibition does not apply
to any of the following:



(a)  A person operating authorized emergency vehicles,
as defined in Section 165.


(b)  A person engaged in the operation of either special
construction equipment or equipment for use in the maintenance
of any highway.


(c)  A person engaged in the operation of refuse collection
equipment who is wearing a safety headset or safety
earplugs.


(d)  A person wearing personal hearing protectors
in the form of  earplugs or molds
that are specifically designed
to attenuate injurious noise levels. The
plugs or molds shall be designed in a manner so as to
not inhibit the wearer's ability to hear a siren or
horn from an emergency vehicle or a horn from another
motor vehicle.


(e)  A person using a prosthetic device that aids the hard of hearing.


----------------------------------------

From: "Mr. Bill" <bn1 at pacbell.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 1:57 AM
To: "healeys at autox.team.net" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] ear plugs, etc.,

Hi Jim,

You never crossed into California, but I believe such devices are 
illegal in our state.

If I am not correct, I am sure "the Other Len" will quickly set me 
straight. :-)

Bill
BN1M

healeymanjim at hansencc.net wrote:
> i did vegas to yellowstone in one a few summers ago, and it took me a 
while to recover.  it is not only the exhaust but the wind noise that 
becomes tiring.  i finally bought one of those AM-FM radios that have the 
big mickey mouse type earmuffs.  it keeps the noise way down and i can 
actually hear the radio, which is impossible when the healey is doing 
freeway speeds on the car radio.    of course, i am alreadly deaf as post 
from being around jet engines most of my life, so it probably does not 
matter anyway.   hjim
_______________________________________________

From dwestfa at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 13 11:51:13 2009
From: dwestfa at yahoo.com (Dana Westfall)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:51:13 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Moss Interior Video / Installation tips
Message-ID: <28057.82994.qm@web36502.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Does anyone have a copy of the Moss Interior Installation Video that they
would be willing to lend or sell to me?  I would gladly pay shipping.  The new
heritage kit is my project for the winter, and I'd like to see one go in
before I try to tackle it myself.  

Also, does anyone have any advice on the
best source for all the chrome bits, bezels, finishers and trim?  If they are
all equal, I'll go with the cheaper supplier -- but I'd certainly pay more for
higher quality.  Is it cost effective to have these small items re-chromed?
Any other tips would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance,
Dana

Chicago, IL
1965 BJ8

From al at bighealey.org  Tue Oct 13 12:42:36 2009
From: al at bighealey.org (Al Fuller)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:42:36 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.
Message-ID: <1767844064-1255459314-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-804284732-@bda176.bisx.prod.on.blackberry>

I'm looking for a gear set.  Anybody know of a source?  I tried Lempert but never got a response.

Al
------Original Message------
From: Bob Spidell
Sender: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
To: Steve B. Gerow
Cc: Healeys List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Ear Plugs, etc.
Sent: Oct 8, 2009 9:09 AM

Great ideas.

The 3.54 rear-end I put in the BJ8 reduced RPMs--and noise--noticeably.


bs



Steve B. Gerow wrote:
> I've been using ear plugs for years. I use the 29db cylindrical foam ones.
> 
> The loudest noises on the interstate are tire noises from large trucks and buses. They sound like jet engines when you're next to them. Tires from ordinary cars are really loud, too. I find it much more relaxing to drive at freeway speeds with earplugs.
> 
> Has anyone used the noise-cancelling earphones from Sony, Panasonic, Bose or Sennheiser, etc.?
> 
> How about custom ear buds which they sell through motorcycle and shooting sources?
> 
> Are there any setups which will work with 2-way radios?
> 


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From Editorgary at aol.com  Tue Oct 13 12:47:41 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:47:41 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Ear Plugs
Message-ID: <c1d.70e07dbf.3806254d@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/13/09 11:28:22 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


> (d)  A person wearing personal hearing protectors
> in the form of  earplugs or molds
> that are specifically designed
> to attenuate injurious noise levels. The
> plugs or molds shall be designed in a manner so as to
> not inhibit the wearer's ability to hear a siren or
> horn from an emergency vehicle or a horn from another
> motor vehicle.
>
>
So there's our answer. Those little squishy yellow foam plugs are
definitely "earplugs designed to attenuat injurious noise" and they definitely
don't
affect the ability to hear a horn or siren.
On the other hand, your iPod earphones would probably be tough to argue in
court.
Best
Gary

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Tue Oct 13 12:54:07 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:54:07 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2  cataloged..
In-Reply-To: <248778.5329.qm@web30306.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <60DD0C7412BE4673AA578C1BB1BBCCC9@tm>

Here is what I found:
http://mgaguru.com/mgtech/restore/pics/fasteners_bmc_std.pdf

Plus, another article on stiffnuts:
http://mgaguru.com/mgtech/restore/rt104d.htm

Best, Tadek
________________________________________
From: J. Scott Morris [mailto:jstmorris at yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 2:32 AM
To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2 cataloged..

Hello Tadek;  Here is a file from a 1964 BMC Parts Information Bulletin that
may help you.
--Scott Morris, Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling,  Murphy Lives

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Tue Oct 13 13:03:19 2009
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:03:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] comfort addition to Healeys
In-Reply-To: <mailman.15.1255456803.20940.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.15.1255456803.20940.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4AD4CEF7.9000901@comcast.net>

robertduquette wrote:
 > My Subaru has electric heat in the front leather seats.  It's great to warm up
 > the cold leather and they can be switched off individually so you don't need
 > consensus between the genders.

Motorcyclists have a selection of heated gear.  I use a heated jacket that
plugs into a cord going to the battery. It kept me toasty on a 2.5 hour ride
last December in 31dF temperatures. It should work real fin in a topless car.
Mine includes a controller -- for high, medium and low settings.  Get two for
his-and-hers comfort.

<http://www.whitehorsepress.com/product_info.php?products_id=5920>

You can piggy back on heated gloves and heated pants, if the jacket alone isn't
enough.

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Oct 13 14:14:34 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:14:34 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2   cataloged..
In-Reply-To: <60DD0C7412BE4673AA578C1BB1BBCCC9@tm>
References: <60DD0C7412BE4673AA578C1BB1BBCCC9@tm>
Message-ID: <4AD4DFAA.6000600@justbrits.com>

Tadek, there is also an Official (Copy <G> ) BMC List
in "Various Articles" on my site. 

Been there for quite some time<G>.

Ed
Please visit MY site at:
www.justbrits.com

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 13 14:40:30 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:40:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
Message-ID: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>

Haven't seen this posted before but sitting in my Doctors office I picked up
a copy of Motor Trend September 09 issue and they had a very nice spread on
the 60 coolest cars of the past 60 years. They listed them in no particular
order (according to the blurb at the front of the article). The Austin
Healey 100 and 3000 were listed as number 38 but, as the article said, they
could have been  number 1 or 60. The description of the Healeys was as
follows:

"Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."

That about says it all!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 13 14:43:12 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:43:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2    cataloged..
In-Reply-To: <4AD4DFAA.6000600@justbrits.com>
References: <60DD0C7412BE4673AA578C1BB1BBCCC9@tm>
	<4AD4DFAA.6000600@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <00f701ca4c45$c8686660$59393320$@net>

And just noticed that I have it for the 3000's already as well as an
explanation of the different bold grades. Sometimes I forget what is there!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Sales at " Just Brits "
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 4:15 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Bolts, nuts & washers and more for BN2 cataloged..

Tadek, there is also an Official (Copy <G> ) BMC List
in "Various Articles" on my site.

Been there for quite some time<G>.

Ed
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www.justbrits.com
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 13 15:09:03 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:09:03 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <8CC18BE7406E5EB-4BBC-1C138@webmail-d033.sysops.aol.com>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W35BC105352132171EA6A62B8C70@phx.gbl>

My 55 BN1 has white reflectors.  According to BMIHT my car was shipped to the
US.  ( Sorry lads ... you're not getting it back! ;) )  I think I read
somewhere that white reflectors are european spec.  I would be pretty sure
that they aren't original to the car.





> To: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com; healeys at autox.team.net
>
> Orange reflectors of the same design as used on Healeys were used as side
reflectors on British motorcycles.? Could be that a previous owner replaced
the stock red ones with orange.
>
> Bill Wilkman
>
> BT7
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Richard Collins <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
>
> A friend of mine here in Kentucky has a very nice one which has the tail
> reflectors in orange in lieu of the usual Red inserts. He thinks it is an
> original German car although he has had it for nearly 20 years. Is this
> unusual or normal color for these reflectors?
>
> Thanks,
> Richard of KY
> 1960 BN7

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Oct 13 15:22:19 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:22:19 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
Message-ID: <20091013162219.ABGUI.102653.root@ispmxfep13-z01>

Neat!  What was #1?

tom

---- John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote: 

=============
Haven't seen this posted before but sitting in my Doctors office I picked up
a copy of Motor Trend September 09 issue and they had a very nice spread on
the 60 coolest cars of the past 60 years. They listed them in no particular
order (according to the blurb at the front of the article). The Austin
Healey 100 and 3000 were listed as number 38 but, as the article said, they
could have been  number 1 or 60. The description of the Healeys was as
follows:

"Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."

That about says it all!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 13 15:34:51 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:34:51 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W33B30A09841142E556DC3BB8C70@phx.gbl>

NEVER show this to my wife!!  :)

> The description of the Healeys was as
> follows:
>
> "Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."
>
> That about says it all!
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ

From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 13 15:38:23 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:38:23 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
Message-ID: <631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

tks, John !!
see them all here >>>>>>> 
click>> The 60 Coolest Cars of the
past 60 Years - Motor Trend



________________________________
From: John
Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net>
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Tue, October 13,
2009 4:40:30 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars


"Why tweed caps, stringback
gloves and mistresses were invented."

That about says it all!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ

From theswed at hotmail.com  Tue Oct 13 15:51:04 2009
From: theswed at hotmail.com (Kenny J)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:51:04 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Turn signal installation
Message-ID: <SNT125-W3765E65CFD1CC6EF12A87CB3C70@phx.gbl>

Is there a trick to install the glass turn signal lens/metal rim into the
rubber boot?  I had to change the bulb and now can't get the metal rim to stay
in the boot.  The boot is fairly new and undamaged.



Kenny

61 BT-7
 		 	   		  
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From comkanuk at cgocable.ca  Tue Oct 13 16:23:56 2009
From: comkanuk at cgocable.ca (gilbert gauthier)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:23:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
Message-ID: <CD694A5E-8063-47AF-8776-E377196DF7B4@cgocable.ca>

For those of you who are able to read in french, pour tous ceux qui
peuvent lire en frangais

The Magazine RETRO VISEUR  juillet-aout-2009 has very good article
about healey's family  the 100M , 100 S restore byJME and is 100s
replica.

gilbert


Le 09-10-13 ` 16:40, John Sims a icrit :

> Haven't seen this posted before but sitting in my Doctors office I
> picked up
> a copy of Motor Trend September 09 issue and they had a very nice
> spread on
> the 60 coolest cars of the past 60 years. They listed them in no
> particular
> order (according to the blurb at the front of the article). The Austin
> Healey 100 and 3000 were listed as number 38 but, as the article
> said, they
> could have been  number 1 or 60. The description of the Healeys was as
> follows:
>
> "Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."
>
> That about says it all!
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
> http://www.healey6.com
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From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 13 16:26:23 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:26:23 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Will try the link again.
see all cars here:
http://www.motortrend.com/features/consumer/112_0909_60_coolest_cars/index.html




________________________________


"Why tweed caps, stringback
gloves and mistresses were invented."

That about says it all!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
_______________________________________________

From theswed at hotmail.com  Tue Oct 13 16:27:03 2009
From: theswed at hotmail.com (Kenny J)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:27:03 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Turn signal installation
In-Reply-To: <SNT125-W3765E65CFD1CC6EF12A87CB3C70@phx.gbl>
References: <SNT125-W3765E65CFD1CC6EF12A87CB3C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <SNT125-W42E790C8144E4F4BB8776B3C70@phx.gbl>

Got it.

> From: theswed at hotmail.com
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:51:04 -0700
> Subject: [Healeys] Turn signal installation
>
> Is there a trick to install the glass turn signal lens/metal rim into the
> rubber boot? I had to change the bulb and now can't get the metal rim to
stay
> in the boot. The boot is fairly new and undamaged.
>
>
>
> Kenny
>
> 61 BT-7
>
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From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 13 16:29:20 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:29:20 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <697224.97603.qm@web110310.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

here is photos of all cars starting at #1 in a slide show (without comments)
>>>>http://www.motortrend.com/features/consumer/112_0909_60_coolest_cars/photo_01.html




________________________________
"Why tweed caps, stringback
gloves and mistresses were invented."

That about says it all!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
_______________________________________________

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Oct 13 16:41:14 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:41:14 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W33B30A09841142E556DC3BB8C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <528791238.3287321255473674149.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Why? You'd look silly in a tweed cap? 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca 
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net> 
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 2:34:51 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars 

NEVER show this to my wife!! :) 

> The description of the Healeys was as 
> follows: 
> 
> "Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented." 
> 
> That about says it all! 
> 
> John Sims, BN6 
> Aberdeen, NJ 
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From grday at btinternet.com  Tue Oct 13 16:49:11 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:49:11 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W35BC105352132171EA6A62B8C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <E70A80C1388740F0B27295C952C99147@user8634b3d69b>

White reflectors were never used on rear facing parts of vehicles in the UK. 
It was (and still is) unlawful to have them there.
The common place for white reflectors was on the forward facing side ribs 
under the back floor of lorries and occasionally as forward facing markers 
on trailer corners and mudguards.
Lawfully, only red reflectors may be used to the rear but the odd orange one 
was aftermarket fitted by owners.

Guy R Day


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 10:09 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb


> My 55 BN1 has white reflectors.  According to BMIHT my car was shipped to 
> the
> US.  ( Sorry lads ... you're not getting it back! ;) )  I think I read
> somewhere that white reflectors are european spec.  I would be pretty sure
> that they aren't original to the car.

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 13 16:50:31 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:50:31 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <528791238.3287321255473674149.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <BAY112-W33B30A09841142E556DC3BB8C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W133BFF40DC4E357A7DDFF7B8C70@phx.gbl>

No, it's the gloves!! ;)



Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:41:14 +0000
From: bspidell at comcast.net
To: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
CC: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars




Why?  You'd look silly in a tweed cap?


bs

--------------------------------
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA

----- Original Message -----
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 2:34:51 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars

NEVER show this to my wife!!  :)

> The description of the Healeys was as
> follows:
>
> "Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."
>
> That about says it all!
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
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From Editorgary at aol.com  Tue Oct 13 17:06:08 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:06:08 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Why Healeys were invented?
Message-ID: <d08.646a0568.380661e0@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/13/09 3:56:27 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> 
> "Why tweed caps, stringback
> gloves and mistresses were invented."
> 

Funny thing about that. I had to give up my mistress in order to be able to 
afford the restoration. Still have the tweed cap and stringback gloves, 
though.

Cheers
gary

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Oct 13 17:14:51 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:14:51 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20091013181451.YGH7S.104951.root@ispmxfep13-z01>

No offense to any Miata owners, but a Miata ahead of the Healey and E-Type??????  Many of the voters must never have seen either.


---- Richard Dryman <rdryman1 at yahoo.com> wrote: 

=============
Will try the link again.
see all cars here:
http://www.motortrend.com/features/consumer/112_0909_60_coolest_cars/index.html




________________________________


"Why tweed caps, stringback
gloves and mistresses were invented."

That about says it all!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
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From tomfelts at windstream.net  Tue Oct 13 17:16:25 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:16:25 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <010701ca4c57$398e1900$acaa4b00$@net>
Message-ID: <20091013181625.ESP4S.104994.root@ispmxfep13-z01>

Thanks--I overlooked that point

Forget my comment about the Miata:):)

tom

---- John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote: 

=============
Doesn't matter. According to the article, they were not ranked. Healey was the 38th photo not that it was ranked number 38.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: Tom Felts [mailto:tomfelts at windstream.net] 
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 5:22 PM
To: John Sims; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars

Neat!  What was #1?

tom

---- John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote: 

=============
Haven't seen this posted before but sitting in my Doctors office I picked up
a copy of Motor Trend September 09 issue and they had a very nice spread on
the 60 coolest cars of the past 60 years. They listed them in no particular
order (according to the blurb at the front of the article). The Austin
Healey 100 and 3000 were listed as number 38 but, as the article said, they
could have been  number 1 or 60. The description of the Healeys was as
follows:

"Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."

That about says it all!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Tue Oct 13 17:26:55 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:26:55 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
Message-ID: <4AD50CBF.3090707@pacbell.net>

John,

That has to be the "COOLEST" definition of a Healey I have ever seen!  
In fact I'll have to check out the article and maybe steal it for a 
signature line, giving credit to the author of course.

But with the windscreen down on my 100, I substitute my leather helmet 
and old-fashioned goggles for the tweed. :^)

Bill
'53 BN1M

John Sims wrote:
> "Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."
>
> That about says it all!

From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Tue Oct 13 17:27:49 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:27:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
Message-ID: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>

Not sure if there is any more pleasant smell then a newly installed soft top-
they should bottle that!

Only to be drowned out by the smell of fuel once you actually drive it :)

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."



 		 	   		  
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From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Tue Oct 13 17:31:31 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:31:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Funny
Message-ID: <BAY124-W31AD156CC6077A5843AD34D4C70@phx.gbl>

I was on a Poker run with the local MG club (LANCO) this past Sunday. I was
one of four big Healeys on the tour.  Someone mentioned that a puddle of oil
was left at the starting point.  All four of us Healey guys went and checked
our oil levels!  None of the MG people did so, until we reported that it
wasn't any of us :)

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."


 		 	   		  
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 13 16:48:03 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:48:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <20091013162219.ABGUI.102653.root@ispmxfep13-z01>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<20091013162219.ABGUI.102653.root@ispmxfep13-z01>
Message-ID: <010701ca4c57$398e1900$acaa4b00$@net>

Doesn't matter. According to the article, they were not ranked. Healey was the
38th photo not that it was ranked number 38.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ

http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: Tom Felts [mailto:tomfelts at windstream.net]
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 5:22 PM
To: John Sims; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars

Neat!  What was #1?

tom

---- John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:

=============
Haven't seen this posted before but sitting in my Doctors office I picked up
a copy of Motor Trend September 09 issue and they had a very nice spread on
the 60 coolest cars of the past 60 years. They listed them in no particular
order (according to the blurb at the front of the article). The Austin
Healey 100 and 3000 were listed as number 38 but, as the article said, they
could have been  number 1 or 60. The description of the Healeys was as
follows:

"Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."

That about says it all!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Tue Oct 13 19:01:34 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:01:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD522EE.5050100@pacbell.net>

Except, perhaps, the brand new leather seats which still offer up a 
wonderful aroma even after many miles of delightful driving.

Bill
'53 BN1M

S and T Miller wrote:
> Not sure if there is any more pleasant smell then a newly installed soft top-
> they should bottle that!
>
> Only to be drowned out by the smell of fuel once you actually drive it :)
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."

From 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Tue Oct 13 19:19:50 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:19:50 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Why Healeys were invented?
In-Reply-To: <d08.646a0568.380661e0@aol.com>
References: <d08.646a0568.380661e0@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4AD52736.8000003@comcast.net>

<<Still have the tweed cap and stringback gloves,
though.>>

Leather helmet & goggles, Gary ????	<VBG>

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct 13 19:20:58 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:20:58 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910131820o29572914k2ecd35fd9ff8f2dc@mail.gmail.com>

Hi All -

Sorry guys, and shame on you John, you're from California so you should know
the drill.  Tweed caps and string back gloves was MG TC kit, if the MT
editor knew his LBCs he'd know that.

My BJ8 is from California, and the only thing the car ever had was either 1)
a surfboard in the passenger seat or 2) a girl in a bikini in the passenger
seat or 3) a surfboard in the passenger seat and a girl in a bikini in the
back seat.  I also had fantasies of a girl in a bikini in the passenger seat
and a girl in a bikini in the back seat, but I am pretty sure that never
happened.  Mistress never figured into any of it, I wasn't married.  Now
that I'm married it's the wife in a bikini in the passenger seat.

Never wore a tweed cap (BJ8 is too fast to keep it on) and only ever used
string back gloves while driving my mountain bike!

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 4:40 AM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:

> Haven't seen this posted before but sitting in my Doctors office I picked
> up
> a copy of Motor Trend September 09 issue and they had a very nice spread on
> the 60 coolest cars of the past 60 years. They listed them in no particular
> order (according to the blurb at the front of the article). The Austin
> Healey 100 and 3000 were listed as number 38 but, as the article said, they
> could have been  number 1 or 60. The description of the Healeys was as
> follows:
>
> "Why tweed caps, stringback gloves and mistresses were invented."
>
> That about says it all!
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 13 19:40:33 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:40:33 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Period Healey Racing Pics
Message-ID: <112217.94159.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Some nice pics of early 60's Southern California racing here including the
Hollywood Sport Cars Healey driven by Ronnie Bucknum: 
http://http://www.tamsoldracecarsite.net/NagamatsuSlides0000.html

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Oct 13 19:47:15 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:47:15 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910131820o29572914k2ecd35fd9ff8f2dc@mail.gmail.com>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<ff59076c0910131820o29572914k2ecd35fd9ff8f2dc@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AD52DA3.8050101@comcast.net>

Well, I'm in/from California and I've got both stringback and black leather 
driving gloves.  Absolutely essential for warmth (black) and grip (both) on a 
slippery Derrington steering wheel.

Plus, a Big Healey is one car in which you can wear driving gloves and not look 
like a total dork (at least, that's what I tell myself).

Lessee ... where's that tweed hat my sister gave me ...


bs



Alan Seigrist wrote:
> Hi All -
> 
> Sorry guys, and shame on you John, you're from California so you should know
> the drill.  Tweed caps and string back gloves was MG TC kit, if the MT
> editor knew his LBCs he'd know that.
> 
> My BJ8 is from California, and the only thing the car ever had was either 1)
> a surfboard in the passenger seat or 2) a girl in a bikini in the passenger
> seat or 3) a surfboard in the passenger seat and a girl in a bikini in the
> back seat.  I also had fantasies of a girl in a bikini in the passenger seat
> and a girl in a bikini in the back seat, but I am pretty sure that never
> happened.  Mistress never figured into any of it, I wasn't married.  Now
> that I'm married it's the wife in a bikini in the passenger seat.
> 
> Never wore a tweed cap (BJ8 is too fast to keep it on) and only ever used
> string back gloves while driving my mountain bike!
> 
> Alan
> 
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8

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

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

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Tue Oct 13 19:58:40 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:58:40 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <4AD522EE.5050100@pacbell.net>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
	<4AD522EE.5050100@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <52D167ACA1E94230B28E7755FC116E01@GregPC>

New stuff Bah!!!! The best smell in the world is the mixture of the slightly 
musty smell of the interior of an aged but not abused British Roadster mixed 
with cool fall air and the smell of falling leaves, with just a hint of hot 
oil and gasoline.

At least in my humble opinion, I had two Sprites and an MGB through high 
school and then college, they all smelled the same, wonderful.

Restored cars that haven't been exposed to the elements can't compare, 
although I have to admit most of my then girlfriends just thought the cars 
smelled a little stinky (except for a few of the more enlightened ones).

Greg Lemon

From kags at shaw.ca  Tue Oct 13 20:21:08 2009
From: kags at shaw.ca (Earl Kagna)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:21:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 3:545 diff ---
Message-ID: <949AA85F83ED4497ABF38E6110340CA8@computer>

Fellow Listers:

A friend of mine with a BJ8 is looking to convert his differential gear 
ratio to a 3:545 set.  Does anyone know of a Lempert gear set that might be 
available, or alternatively, an intact original useable 3:545 diff assembly? 
Any information would be helpful.

Speaking of which - the 'Lempert Wheels'  web-site is 'temporarily 
unavailable' - does anyone know what's up with that?

TIA,

Earl Kagna
Victoria, B.C.
BT7 tri-carb
BJ8 

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 13 20:58:05 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:58:05 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910131820o29572914k2ecd35fd9ff8f2dc@mail.gmail.com>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<ff59076c0910131820o29572914k2ecd35fd9ff8f2dc@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <011701ca4c7a$27a24ef0$76e6ecd0$@net>

I wear a tweed cap this time of the year when, in the morning it is around
45 degrees and gets up to only 60 in the afternoon. Gotta cover the "thin"
spots at the top of my head. Guess that living in New Jersey has ruined my
sense of Healey style. Never liked the baseball t ype of hat with the bill
in front.

 

John Sims, BN6

Aberdeen, NJ

 

http://www.healey6.com

 

From: Alan Seigrist [mailto:healey.nut at gmail.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 9:21 PM
To: John Sims
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars

 

Hi All -

Sorry guys, and shame on you John, you're from California so you should know
the drill.  Tweed caps and string back gloves was MG TC kit, if the MT
editor knew his LBCs he'd know that.

My BJ8 is from California, and the only thing the car ever had was either 1)
a surfboard in the passenger seat or 2) a girl in a bikini in the passenger
seat or 3) a surfboard in the passenger seat and a girl in a bikini in the
back seat.  I also had fantasies of a girl in a bikini in the passenger seat
and a girl in a bikini in the back seat, but I am pretty sure that never
happened.  Mistress never figured into any of it, I wasn't married.  Now
that I'm married it's the wife in a bikini in the passenger seat.

Never wore a tweed cap (BJ8 is too fast to keep it on) and only ever used
string back gloves while driving my mountain bike!

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Oct 13 21:32:51 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:32:51 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 3:545 diff ---
In-Reply-To: <949AA85F83ED4497ABF38E6110340CA8@computer>
References: <949AA85F83ED4497ABF38E6110340CA8@computer>
Message-ID: <4AD54663.2070808@comcast.net>

Last I heard, Hemphill's was selling them--not Lempert, but maybe NOS--for 
something like $700.  The Lempert set I got from the 'original' batch is 
beginning to look like a bargain @ $200.


bs


Earl Kagna wrote:
> Fellow Listers:
> 
> A friend of mine with a BJ8 is looking to convert his differential gear 
> ratio to a 3:545 set.  Does anyone know of a Lempert gear set that might be 
> available, or alternatively, an intact original useable 3:545 diff assembly? 
> Any information would be helpful.
> 
> Speaking of which - the 'Lempert Wheels'  web-site is 'temporarily 
> unavailable' - does anyone know what's up with that?
> 
> TIA,
> 
> Earl Kagna
> Victoria, B.C.
> BT7 tri-carb
> BJ8 


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

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

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct 13 22:30:31 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:30:31 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Period Healey Racing Pics
In-Reply-To: <112217.94159.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <112217.94159.qm@web51404.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910132130k3733478ese16af4d36b4ea421@mail.gmail.com>

That is cool!  Don't see any tweed caps there!!!

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 9:40 AM, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Some nice pics of early 60's Southern California racing here including the
> Hollywood Sport Cars Healey driven by Ronnie Bucknum:
> http://http://www.tamsoldracecarsite.net/NagamatsuSlides0000.html

From ynotink at msn.com  Tue Oct 13 23:34:06 2009
From: ynotink at msn.com (WILLIAM B LAWRENCE)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:34:06 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] 3:545 diff ---
In-Reply-To: <949AA85F83ED4497ABF38E6110340CA8@computer>
References: <949AA85F83ED4497ABF38E6110340CA8@computer>
Message-ID: <BAY144-W22900AFEF0CFA761FF543CA5C60@phx.gbl>

I just Googled Lempert Wheels and got right in.
Bill Lawrence

> From: kags at shaw.ca
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:21:08 -0700
> Subject: [Healeys] 3:545 diff ---
>
> Fellow Listers:
>
> A friend of mine with a BJ8 is looking to convert his differential gear
> ratio to a 3:545 set.  Does anyone know of a Lempert gear set that might be
> available, or alternatively, an intact original useable 3:545 diff assembly?
> Any information would be helpful.
>
> Speaking of which - the 'Lempert Wheels'  web-site is 'temporarily
> unavailable' - does anyone know what's up with that?
>
> TIA,
>
> Earl Kagna
> Victoria, B.C.
> BT7 tri-carb
> BJ8
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From bcrist at club-internet.fr  Tue Oct 13 23:35:38 2009
From: bcrist at club-internet.fr (Bernard Cristalli)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:35:38 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W35BC105352132171EA6A62B8C70@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W35BC105352132171EA6A62B8C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD5632A.80008@club-internet.fr>

I think that, back in the days, US and european specs were identical.
You can register a period "american" car without any modification for 
they were completely the same.
The change was in 67 I think.

Bernard

robertduquette at sympatico.ca a icrit :
> My 55 BN1 has white reflectors.  According to BMIHT my car was shipped to the
> US.  ( Sorry lads ... you're not getting it back! ;) )  I think I read
> somewhere that white reflectors are european spec.  I would be pretty sure
> that they aren't original to the car.
>
>
>
>
>
>   
>> To: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com; healeys at autox.team.net
>>
>> Orange reflectors of the same design as used on Healeys were used as side
>>     
> reflectors on British motorcycles.? Could be that a previous owner replaced
> the stock red ones with orange.
>   
>> Bill Wilkman
>>
>> BT7
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Richard Collins <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
>>
>> A friend of mine here in Kentucky has a very nice one which has the tail
>> reflectors in orange in lieu of the usual Red inserts. He thinks it is an
>> original German car although he has had it for nearly 20 years. Is this
>> unusual or normal color for these reflectors?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Richard of KY
>> 1960 BN7
>>     
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From bcrist at club-internet.fr  Tue Oct 13 23:46:33 2009
From: bcrist at club-internet.fr (Bernard Cristalli)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:46:33 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <697224.97603.qm@web110310.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<697224.97603.qm@web110310.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4AD565B9.9040005@club-internet.fr>

A lot of american cars that nobody knows except in the US...
B
(raised in a Nash)


Richard Dryman a icrit :
> here is photos of all cars starting at #1 in a slide show (without comments)
>   
>>>>> http://www.motortrend.com/features/consumer/112_0909_60_coolest_cars/photo_01.html
>>>>>           
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> "Why tweed caps, stringback
> gloves and mistresses were invented."
>
> That about says it all!
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 14 01:22:04 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:22:04 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <4AD5632A.80008@club-internet.fr>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W35BC105352132171EA6A62B8C70@phx.gbl>
	<4AD5632A.80008@club-internet.fr>
Message-ID: <4AD57C1C.90904@chello.nl>

There are and were some differences.
Red (US spec) blinkers at the rear and white blinkers at the front are 
tolerated in imports. The rear blinkers in EU have always been orange, 
the front ones used to be orange or white but are now orange.
Side markers are not legal in most EU countries and have to be 
disconnected on US imports.
US spec sealed beams are not legal in most or all LHD EU countries and 
have to be replaced by Hella/Saturn/Cibie etc. units. There may be some 
differences as well in the height of the head lamps.
In EU red reflectors are required at the rear, orange reflectors on  the 
sides of trailers and long vehicles, white reflectors on the front of 
trailers, I do not think that they are required on any motor vehicles, 
perhaps on sticking out parts.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Bernard Cristalli schreef:
> I think that, back in the days, US and european specs were identical.
> You can register a period "american" car without any modification for 
> they were completely the same.
> The change was in 67 I think.
>
> Bernard
>
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca a icrit :
>> My 55 BN1 has white reflectors.  According to BMIHT my car was 
>> shipped to the
>> US.  ( Sorry lads ... you're not getting it back! ;) )  I think I read
>> somewhere that white reflectors are european spec.  I would be pretty 
>> sure
>> that they aren't original to the car.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>  
>>> To: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com; healeys at autox.team.net
>>>
>>> Orange reflectors of the same design as used on Healeys were used as 
>>> side
>>>     
>> reflectors on British motorcycles.? Could be that a previous owner 
>> replaced
>> the stock red ones with orange.
>>  
>>> Bill Wilkman
>>>
>>> BT7
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Richard Collins <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
>>>
>>> A friend of mine here in Kentucky has a very nice one which has the 
>>> tail
>>> reflectors in orange in lieu of the usual Red inserts. He thinks it 
>>> is an
>>> original German car although he has had it for nearly 20 years. Is this
>>> unusual or normal color for these reflectors?
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>> Richard of KY
>>> 1960 BN7
>>>     
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From austin.healey at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 03:16:10 2009
From: austin.healey at gmail.com (Chris Dimmock)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:16:10 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <011701ca4c7a$27a24ef0$76e6ecd0$@net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<ff59076c0910131820o29572914k2ecd35fd9ff8f2dc@mail.gmail.com>
	<011701ca4c7a$27a24ef0$76e6ecd0$@net>
Message-ID: <A82E6007-B563-4ABC-B4B0-CB81CFAB0C2B@gmail.com>

Geez 45 degrees celcius in the mornings - that would be pretty warm!  
I'd wear a hat too!!
I'm just glad I live in sunny Australia. Where summer is summer, and,  
well, winter isn't really that bad. Isn't the world a funny place!
Next thing all the American guys will be compaining about their petrol  
octane, the volume in their gallons (versus the rest of us imperial  
measurement educated guys), and the price of their petrol!
;-)
I don't reply to posts very often of late, but I know there will be  
some smiling that I did this time!! International list, international  
peanut gallery....
Chris
Tongue firmly planted in cheek.

www.myaustinhealey.com

Sent from my iPhone

On 14/10/2009, at 1:58 PM, "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:

> I wear a tweed cap this time of the year when, in the morning it is  
> around
> 45 degrees and gets up to only 60 in the afternoon. Gotta cover the  
> "thin"
> spots at the top of my head. Guess that living in New Jersey has  
> ruined my
> sense of Healey style. Never liked the baseball t ype of hat with  
> the bill
> in front.
>
>
>
> John Sims, BN6
>
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
>
>
> http://www.healey6.com
>
>
>
> From: Alan Seigrist [mailto:healey.nut at gmail.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 9:21 PM
> To: John Sims
> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
>
>
>
> Hi All -
>
> Sorry guys, and shame on you John, you're from California so you  
> should know
> the drill.  Tweed caps and string back gloves was MG TC kit, if the MT
> editor knew his LBCs he'd know that.
>
> My BJ8 is from California, and the only thing the car ever had was  
> either 1)
> a surfboard in the passenger seat or 2) a girl in a bikini in the  
> passenger
> seat or 3) a surfboard in the passenger seat and a girl in a bikini  
> in the
> back seat.  I also had fantasies of a girl in a bikini in the  
> passenger seat
> and a girl in a bikini in the back seat, but I am pretty sure that  
> never
> happened.  Mistress never figured into any of it, I wasn't married.   
> Now
> that I'm married it's the wife in a bikini in the passenger seat.
>
> Never wore a tweed cap (BJ8 is too fast to keep it on) and only ever  
> used
> string back gloves while driving my mountain bike!
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8

From greylinn at ozemail.com.au  Wed Oct 14 04:05:36 2009
From: greylinn at ozemail.com.au (Peter Linn)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:05:36 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Bent axle part 2
Message-ID: <CFB5527E07384AF39296103584F415A0@PeterPC>

G'day again

Thanks to all who responded to my  question. Following the advice of several
people, I had the local Bridgestone centre do a laser wheel alignment. This
found 3.5mm toe in on the LH rear, 2.5mm on the RH rear. This didn't seem to
be enough to cause the amount of wear that was happening. One of the local
Healey guys put me on to an "old school" suspension guy, who did an alignment
check with his earlier light beam equipment. He found an aggregate 15mm toe
in! He couldn't differentiate from side to side, but if this amount is
primarily on the LH side it would certainly cause the wear I'm experiencing.
He also found the axle skewed slightly in the chassis, though he though not
enough to add much to the problem. This is probably partly due to an upright
from the chassis to a cross-beam that is part of the tubular shock mounting
contacting the axle case.

Anyway, bottom line is that the axle will have to come out for the casing to
be straightened. There was another old school guy around the corner from the
one above who did this work, but he retired 4 months ago! He sold his
equipment t a diff specialist in Brisbane, so I'll try them.

Something else happened shortly after my first post, that may or may not be
related. On my way to the AHOC club meeting on the freeway I had the LH rear
tyre begin to delaminate. It's a 5 year old Kumho 185/15 and has done only a
few thousand miles. Possibly the inceased heat generated by the misalignment
accelerated its demise.

Cheers

Peter

From jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 04:12:07 2009
From: jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com (jerry wall)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:12:07 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Turn signal installation
In-Reply-To: <SNT125-W3765E65CFD1CC6EF12A87CB3C70@phx.gbl>
References: <SNT125-W3765E65CFD1CC6EF12A87CB3C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <9baa446a0910140312u76e087f2xb281e34035a5bf43@mail.gmail.com>

patience and a popsicle stick.

On Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 4:51 PM, Kenny J <theswed at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Is there a trick to install the glass turn signal lens/metal rim into the
> rubber boot?  I had to change the bulb and now can't get the metal rim to
> stay
> in the boot.  The boot is fairly new and undamaged.
>
>
>
> Kenny
>
> 61 BT-7
>
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 14 05:07:47 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:07:47 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Bent axle part 2
In-Reply-To: <CFB5527E07384AF39296103584F415A0@PeterPC>
References: <CFB5527E07384AF39296103584F415A0@PeterPC>
Message-ID: <4AD5B103.2050902@chello.nl>

This can happen on older tires that are not in frequent use, although 
5yrs is pretty quick. Change tires every 6-10 yrs for safety, even if 
the thread is unworn (spare tire!!). Perhaps the brand Kumho plays a 
role. Another factor may have been that the tire was underinflated perhaps?
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Peter Linn schreef:
> equipment t a diff specialist in Brisbane, so I'll try them.
>
> Something else happened shortly after my first post, that may or may not be
> related. On my way to the AHOC club meeting on the freeway I had the LH rear
> tyre begin to delaminate. It's a 5 year old Kumho 185/15 and has done only a
> few thousand miles. Possibly the inceased heat generated by the misalignment
> accelerated its demise.
>
> Cheers
>
> Peter

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 06:25:12 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:25:12 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <4AD565B9.9040005@club-internet.fr>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<697224.97603.qm@web110310.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<4AD565B9.9040005@club-internet.fr>
Message-ID: <4AD5C328.9020702@comcast.net>

Huh?  I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda), Jaguar, 
and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through the whole slide 
show again).

Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?


bs



Bernard Cristalli wrote:
> A lot of american cars that nobody knows except in the US...
> B
> (raised in a Nash)
> 
> 
> Richard Dryman a icrit :
>> here is photos of all cars starting at #1 in a slide show (without 
>> comments)
>>  
>>>>>> http://www.motortrend.com/features/consumer/112_0909_60_coolest_cars/photo_01.html 
>>>>>>
>>>>>>           
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> ________________________________
>> "Why tweed caps, stringback
>> gloves and mistresses were invented."
>>
>> That about says it all!
>>
>> John Sims, BN6
>> Aberdeen, NJ
>> _______________________________________________
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Wed Oct 14 07:12:22 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:12:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <4AD5C328.9020702@comcast.net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<697224.97603.qm@web110310.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<4AD565B9.9040005@club-internet.fr> <4AD5C328.9020702@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <015d01ca4ccf$f80a5b50$e81f11f0$@net>

France.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 8:25 AM
To: Bernard Cristalli
Cc: Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars

Huh?  I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda),
Jaguar,
and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through the whole
slide
show again).

Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?


bs

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 14 07:18:01 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:18:01 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] HCrumpet Catchers - expanded.
In-Reply-To: <20091005204637.X94RV.121708.root@ispmxfep10-z01>
References: <953314.82294.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W18C2E40926F510BD0B5784B8C60@phx.gbl>

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/6316522/Fast-cars-boost-mens-tes
tosterone-levels-research.html



or



http://preview.tinyurl.com/ygsb8w8

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 14 07:37:42 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:37:42 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <4AD522EE.5050100@pacbell.net>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W3664F088344C93272FFDECB8C60@phx.gbl>

Top and windscreen down and a louvered bonnet and the smell of warmed oil
wafting into your face.  Which leads to a question ... where is the car
supposed to be leaking from?  Timing chain cover and rear seal?  Anywhere
else?



Does replacing the stock felt in the timing chain cover help at all?



Robert

55 BN1

> Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:01:34 -0700
>
> Except, perhaps, the brand new leather seats which still offer up a
> wonderful aroma even after many miles of delightful driving.
>
> Bill
> '53 BN1M
>
> S and T Miller wrote:
> > Not sure if there is any more pleasant smell then a newly installed soft
top-
> > they should bottle that!
> >
> > Only to be drowned out by the smell of fuel once you actually drive it :)
> >
> > The Millers

From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Wed Oct 14 07:52:34 2009
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:52:34 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <4AD5C328.9020702@comcast.net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net><631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com><615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com><697224.97603.qm@web110310.mail.gq1.yahoo.com><4AD565B9.9040005@club-internet.fr>
	<4AD5C328.9020702@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS4A528A23C231DF043A58CB3C60@phx.gbl>

36 non-USA; 35 if you count the Cobra as USA
GaryB


--------------------------------------------------
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 8:25 AM
To: "Bernard Cristalli" <bcrist at club-internet.fr>
Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars

> Huh?  I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda), 
> Jaguar, and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through the 
> whole slide show again).
>
> Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?
>
>
> bs
>
>
>
> Bernard Cristalli wrote:
>> A lot of american cars that nobody knows except in the US...
>> B
>> (raised in a Nash)
>>
>>
>> Richard Dryman a icrit :
>>> here is photos of all cars starting at #1 in a slide show (without 
>>> comments)
>>>
>>>>>>> http://www.motortrend.com/features/consumer/112_0909_60_coolest_cars/photo_01.html
>>>>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ________________________________
>>> "Why tweed caps, stringback
>>> gloves and mistresses were invented."
>>>
>>> That about says it all!
>>>
>>> John Sims, BN6
>>> Aberdeen, NJ
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>
>>> Healeys at autox.team.net
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 14 07:55:09 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:55:09 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Why Healeys were invented?
In-Reply-To: <d08.646a0568.380661e0@aol.com>
References: <d08.646a0568.380661e0@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W355921152B10BA03A5A6FDB8C60@phx.gbl>

Well, you must not be doing the gigolo thing right then, if it was costing you
money!  ;)



Oh sorry!  You meant afford the "time" for the restoration?

> From: Editorgary at aol.com
> > "Why tweed caps, stringback
> > gloves and mistresses were invented."
> >
>
> Funny thing about that. I had to give up my mistress in order to be able to
> afford the restoration. Still have the tweed cap and stringback gloves,
> though.
>
> Cheers
> gary

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 08:00:18 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:00:18 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910140700o8a5fd02x9ec313f180ba7910@mail.gmail.com>

Mr Miller -

Not to rain on the good feelings here (which are great) but ...

Gas smell = waste = leaks = possible fire hazard.  You should not have gas
smell.  I have 4 british cars and if I have gas smell I chase it down and
seal them up.  Besides, gas costs mega dosh!

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 7:27 AM, S and T Miller <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>wrote:

> Not sure if there is any more pleasant smell then a newly installed soft
> top-
> they should bottle that!
>
> Only to be drowned out by the smell of fuel once you actually drive it :)
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."
>
>
>
>
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 08:03:48 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:03:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W3664F088344C93272FFDECB8C60@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W3664F088344C93272FFDECB8C60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD5DA44.2040102@comcast.net>

re: "Which leads to a question ... where is the car
 > supposed to be leaking from?  Timing chain cover and rear seal?  Anywhere
 > else?"

Gearbox and/or O/D drain plug, valve cover, tappet cover, pan gasket.


re: "Does replacing the stock felt in the timing chain cover help at all?"

Not for long.  Best to replace with modern seal (requires a bit of machining).


bs


robertduquette at sympatico.ca wrote:
> Top and windscreen down and a louvered bonnet and the smell of warmed oil
> wafting into your face.  Which leads to a question ... where is the car
> supposed to be leaking from?  Timing chain cover and rear seal?  Anywhere
> else?
> 
> 
> 
> Does replacing the stock felt in the timing chain cover help at all?
> 
> 
> 
> Robert
> 
> 55 BN1
> 

*******************************************************************
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 14 08:10:42 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:10:42 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <4AD5C328.9020702@comcast.net>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<615914.40648.qm@web110304.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<697224.97603.qm@web110310.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<4AD565B9.9040005@club-internet.fr> <4AD5C328.9020702@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4AD5DBE2.1090005@chello.nl>

The Citroen on show is one of the DS/ID range, designed around 1954 and 
built to around 1976 or perhaps later. Without doubt the most advanced 
car at the time both in design and suspension. It had a full 
hydro-pneumatic suspension and hydraulic servo brake, steering, gear 
changing and clutch system, all served through a central hydraulic 
pressure pump system. Extremely comfortable and a fast tourer because of 
its excellent road holding, even at today's standards. Very popular all 
over Europe, even today.
If there ever was "the classic", this is a very strong contender.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Bob Spidell schreef:
> Huh?  I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda), 
> Jaguar, and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through 
> the whole slide show again).
>
> Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?
>
>
> bs
>
>
>
> Bernard Cristalli wrote:
>> A lot of american cars that nobody knows except in the US...
>> B
>> (raised in a Nash)
>>
>>
>> Richard Dryman a icrit :
>>> here is photos of all cars starting at #1 in a slide show (without 
>>> comments)
>>>  
>>>>>>> http://www.motortrend.com/features/consumer/112_0909_60_coolest_cars/photo_01.html 
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>           
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ________________________________
>>> "Why tweed caps, stringback
>>> gloves and mistresses were invented."
>>>
>>> That about says it all!
>>>
>>> John Sims, BN6
>>> Aberdeen, NJ
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>>
>>> Healeys at autox.team.net
>>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>>>
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>>>
>>> http://www.team.net/archive
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 14 08:12:59 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:12:59 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <4AD5DA44.2040102@comcast.net>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W3664F088344C93272FFDECB8C60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W28DC404C9A31223348DC0CB8C60@phx.gbl>

Well, I'm not doing too badly then.  It's definately leaking from the front,
but not down the sides.  Of course from there it blows back ... perhaps.  It
doesn't appear to be a big leak.  The gearbox/OD does appear to be leaking
from the low points.  If it's the drain plugs, the best cure is ...?



Thanks!



> Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:03:48 -0700
>
> re: "Which leads to a question ... where is the car
> > supposed to be leaking from? Timing chain cover and rear seal? Anywhere
> > else?"
>
> Gearbox and/or O/D drain plug, valve cover, tappet cover, pan gasket.
>
>
> re: "Does replacing the stock felt in the timing chain cover help at all?"
>
> Not for long. Best to replace with modern seal (requires a bit of
machining).
>
>
> bs

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 14 08:16:23 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:16:23 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W3664F088344C93272FFDECB8C60@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W3664F088344C93272FFDECB8C60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD5DD37.9070101@chello.nl>

All seals and gaskets, as with any UK built car.
If you rebuild the engine yourself, taking great care with assembly and 
using the tightest tolerances possible (not factory spec tolerances), 
proper gasket material etc. you may have a chance that it will come down 
to one or two drops after each trip. That is as far as you can get.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> Top and windscreen down and a louvered bonnet and the smell of warmed oil
> wafting into your face.  Which leads to a question ... where is the car
> supposed to be leaking from?  Timing chain cover and rear seal?  Anywhere
> else?
>
>
>
> Does replacing the stock felt in the timing chain cover help at all?
>
>
>
> Robert
>
> 55 BN1

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 08:51:48 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:51:48 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <4AD5DA44.2040102@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <81895456.3495971255531908447.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

re: " where is the car supposed to be leaking from? Timing chain cover and rear seal? Anywhere else?" 

Gearbox and/or O/D drain plug, valve cover, tappet cover, pan gasket." 


Neglected to mention concours originality requires at least three of the above. 

Just kidding (I think). 


Amazingly, a properly sealed and assembled Austin-Healey rear axle/diff won't leak (until the hub bearing seals go). 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 




re: "Which leads to a question ... where is the car 
> supposed to be leaking from? Timing chain cover and rear seal? Anywhere 
> else?" 

Gearbox and/or O/D drain plug, valve cover, tappet cover, pan gasket. 


re: "Does replacing the stock felt in the timing chain cover help at all?" 

Not for long. Best to replace with modern seal (requires a bit of machining). 


bs 

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 08:54:13 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:54:13 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <BLU107-DS4A528A23C231DF043A58CB3C60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <2100424717.3497311255532052999.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

IIRC, the Ford GT40 had European content as well (Lotus chassis and, possibly, body). 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



36 non-USA; 35 if you count the Cobra as USA 
GaryB 




> Huh? I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda), 
> Jaguar, and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through the 
> whole slide show again). 
> 
> Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from? 
> 
> 
> bs 

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 14 08:56:16 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:56:16 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W28DC404C9A31223348DC0CB8C60@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W3664F088344C93272FFDECB8C60@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W28DC404C9A31223348DC0CB8C60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD5E690.7070709@chello.nl>

Use a new soft red copper sealing ring (or if used heat to cherry red 
and cool it in cold water) if it is a flat sealing area. If it is the 
old gas type conical thread use Teflon/PTFE tape as used by gas/water 
fitters.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> Well, I'm not doing too badly then.  It's definately leaking from the front,
> but not down the sides.  Of course from there it blows back ... perhaps.  It
> doesn't appear to be a big leak.  The gearbox/OD does appear to be leaking
> from the low points.  If it's the drain plugs, the best cure is ...?
>
>
>
> Thanks!

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 14 09:03:47 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:03:47 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <8CC1AF56157DB49-2EF0-49A8@webmail-d071.sysops.aol.com>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl><BAY112-W35BC105352132171EA6A62B8C70@phx.gbl><4AD5632A.80008@club-internet.fr>
	<4AD57C1C.90904@chello.nl>
	<8CC1AF56157DB49-2EF0-49A8@webmail-d071.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <4AD5E853.8040200@chello.nl>

That is correct, not only for Germany, but also for most EU countries 
you have to have seperate blinkers from the running and rear lights, 
although the enforcement varies from country to country. In the NL the 
US red rear lights combined with blinkers are tolerated, I am not sure 
how the frontal situation is.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

wilkmanracing at aol.com schreef:
> I seem to recall the pre BJ  3000 Healeys imported into Germany had to 
> have separate lamps for running lights versus turn signals in the 
> front.  Similar to the look of the BJ cars except using the earlier 
> beehive glass lense Lucas units.
>  
> Bill Wilkman
> USA
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl>
> To: Bernard Cristalli <bcrist at club-internet.fr>
> Cc: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wed, Oct 14, 2009 12:22 am
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
>
> There are and were some differences. 
> Red (US spec) blinkers at the rear and white blinkers at the front are 
> tolerated in imports. The rear blinkers in EU have always been orange, 
> the front ones used to be orange or white but are now orange. 
> Side markers are not legal in most EU countries and have to be 
> disconnected on US imports. 
> US spec sealed beams are not legal in most or all LHD EU countries and 
> have to be replaced by Hella/Saturn/Cibie etc. units. There may be 
> some differences as well in the height of the head lamps. 
> In EU red reflectors are required at the rear, orange reflectors on 
> the sides of trailers and long vehicles, white reflectors on the front 
> of trailers, I do not think that they are required on any motor 
> vehicles, perhaps on sticking out parts. 
> Kees Oudesluijs 

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 09:08:05 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:08:05 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <153550916.3500331255532435129.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <681356242.3503601255532885184.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

I use Teflon thread sealant on the gearbox drain plug. Works well. 

On the O/D drain, I had good luck with the Teflon until I started using MT-90; that stuff's hard to contain. Have also tried Permatex Aviation Form-A-Gasket; worked about as well as the Teflon. The hard fiber gaskets compress after they've been in service for a while--like the ones on the fuel fittings--so you need to re-tighten after a few hours of operation. BTW, has anybody tried pre-soaking the fiber washers? Or used an O-ring on the O/D drain plug (probably would need to machine a groove in the flange). 

I tried flat-filing the flange on the O/D to remove some small burrs, but that might have been a mistake. If/when I have the O/D out I might get this machined. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



Well, I'm not doing too badly then. It's definately leaking from the front, 
but not down the sides. Of course from there it blows back ... perhaps. It 
doesn't appear to be a big leak. The gearbox/OD does appear to be leaking 
from the low points. If it's the drain plugs, the best cure is ...? 



Thanks! 



> Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:03:48 -0700 
> 
> re: "Which leads to a question ... where is the car 
> > supposed to be leaking from? Timing chain cover and rear seal? Anywhere 
> > else?" 
> 
> Gearbox and/or O/D drain plug, valve cover, tappet cover, pan gasket. 
> 
> 
> re: "Does replacing the stock felt in the timing chain cover help at all?" 
> 
> Not for long. Best to replace with modern seal (requires a bit of 
machining). 
> 
> 
> bs 

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 09:15:30 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:15:30 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <4AD5DD37.9070101@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <1248375536.3507231255533330349.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Interesting (to me, at least), is that my oil consumption--which is mostly from leaking through the rear main 'seal'--is much less on a long trip; i.e. driving mostly long highway legs. Around town and on short trips with lots of stops I use (leak) about a quart every 1,000 miles, on trips with long highway legs I use a quart every 2,000 miles give or take. I attribute this to the scroll seal and'slinger' working well as long as you're driving fast and steady, but not so well at slow speeds with lots of stops. 

Also, my oil consumption--and the blue smoke out the tailpipes when shifting--diminished after I installed a PCV valve. I think the valve pulls a slight vacuum in the sump--there's no vent on the valve cover and I sealed up some leaks--so oil doesn't get blown past the scroll seal. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 


All seals and gaskets, as with any UK built car. 
If you rebuild the engine yourself, taking great care with assembly and 
using the tightest tolerances possible (not factory spec tolerances), 
proper gasket material etc. you may have a chance that it will come down 
to one or two drops after each trip. That is as far as you can get. 
Kees Oudesluijs 
NL 

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 14 09:26:02 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:26:02 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <81895456.3495971255531908447.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <4AD5DA44.2040102@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W23FBFF353FA99AAB137840B8C60@phx.gbl>

>> concours

LOL!  :)


>> rear axle/diff

A new pinion seal is in my future.










re:  " where is the car supposed to be leaking from?  Timing chain cover and
rear seal?  Anywhere else?"

Gearbox and/or O/D drain plug, valve cover, tappet cover, pan gasket."


Neglected to mention concours originality requires at least three of the
above.

Just kidding (I think).


Amazingly, a properly sealed and assembled Austin-Healey rear axle/diff won't
leak (until the hub bearing seals go).


bs

--------------------------------
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA




re: "Which leads to a question ... where is the car
 > supposed to be leaking from?  Timing chain cover and rear seal?  Anywhere
 > else?"

Gearbox and/or O/D drain plug, valve cover, tappet cover, pan gasket.


re: "Does replacing the stock felt in the timing chain cover help at all?"

Not for long.  Best to replace with modern seal (requires a bit of
machining).


bs

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 14 09:36:05 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:36:05 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <1248375536.3507231255533330349.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <4AD5DD37.9070101@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W1917577FF6360956A04309B8C60@phx.gbl>

It could be the acceleration away from the stops that moves the oil up higher
at the rear.  Driving on the highway probably keeps it more level.  Avoid
jackrabbit starts and only drive downhill!  ;)



Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:15:30 +0000




Interesting (to me, at least), is that my oil consumption--which is mostly
from leaking through the rear main 'seal'--is much less on a long trip; i.e.
driving mostly long highway legs.  Around town and on short trips with lots of
stops I use (leak) about a quart every 1,000 miles, on trips with long highway
legs I use a quart every 2,000 miles give or take.  I attribute this to the
scroll seal and'slinger' working well as long as you're driving fast and
steady, but not so well at slow speeds with lots of stops.

Also, my oil consumption--and the blue smoke out the tailpipes when
shifting--diminished after I installed a PCV valve.  I think the valve pulls a
slight vacuum in the sump--there's no vent on the valve cover and I sealed up
some leaks--so oil doesn't get blown past the scroll seal.


bs

--------------------------------
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA


All seals and gaskets, as with any UK built car.
If you rebuild the engine yourself, taking great care with assembly and
using the tightest tolerances possible (not factory spec tolerances),
proper gasket material etc. you may have a chance that it will come down
to one or two drops after each trip. That is as far as you can get.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Wed Oct 14 09:43:34 2009
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:43:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W35BC105352132171EA6A62B8C70@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BLU117-W21FB21EE0D693AFFD4A442BFC60@phx.gbl>

It appears the answer was that a prior owner installed the orange in Europe,
but not Germany.  However, the replacements my friend was chasing appear to be
OK with the Lucas Motorcycle reflectors as shown for sale (sold) recently on
eBay.



Thanks again to ther list for an interesting thread.



Just a tad off topic but back in the early 80's I was buying older Jags (MK
IV, XK's and e Types) in the US and sending to France for collectors.  We had
a set of Euro equipment (yellow headlights, Km speedo's, etc)we sent back and
forth to pass Euro import rules  which differed from the Euro cars being sent
to the US (Porsche Turbos, Ferrari's, Beemers). Most of the ridiculous rules
and non tariff trade barriers were set by governments trying to protect local
(national) manufacturers and distributors from outside competition and
currency anamolies, under the guise of safety measures.


Richard of KY

60 BN7
 		 	   		  
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 14 10:21:11 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:21:11 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <1248375536.3507231255533330349.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1248375536.3507231255533330349.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4AD5FA77.2050700@chello.nl>

Blue smoke during changing gears usually means worn valve stems/guides. 
Not really a lot of oil is burnt. When the butterfly valves of the carbs 
close during changing gears you draw a vacuum in the inlet manifold, 
which will draw in a bit of oil along the valve stems.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Bob Spidell schreef:
> Interesting (to me, at least), is that my oil consumption--which is 
> mostly from leaking through the rear main 'seal'--is much less on a 
> long trip; i.e. driving mostly long highway legs.  Around town and on 
> short trips with lots of stops I use (leak) about a quart every 1,000 
> miles, on trips with long highway legs I use a quart every 2,000 miles 
> give or take.  I attribute this to the scroll seal and'slinger' 
> working well as long as you're driving fast and steady, but not so 
> well at slow speeds with lots of stops.
>
> Also, my oil consumption--and the blue smoke out the tailpipes when 
> shifting--diminished after I installed a PCV valve.  I think the valve 
> pulls a slight vacuum in the sump--there's no vent on the valve cover 
> and I sealed up some leaks--so oil doesn't get blown past the scroll seal.
>
>
> bs

From j.aeckerlin at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 10:23:08 2009
From: j.aeckerlin at gmail.com (Jaap Aeckerlin)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:23:08 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <2100424717.3497311255532052999.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <BLU107-DS4A528A23C231DF043A58CB3C60@phx.gbl>
	<2100424717.3497311255532052999.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4e23c7250910140923ode967bbj15c219b8e0bad0ed@mail.gmail.com>

Bob, if you Google  "Chapron DS" you'll arrive at an English text website
describing the various versions of the Citroen DS convertible . This type
was not built by Citrokn but by the Chapron Coachbuilders in France. Story
goes that Citrokn didn't want this at all and that therefore Chapron had to
buy original Citroen DS cars and strip them completely. here in Europe you
sometimes see one on the road - it is a real head turner!
Jack Aeckerlin, The Netherlands (Citrokn idiot - I have been driving
Citrokns only during my whole life, at present driving a 1996 XM Break with
over 320,000 kilometers on the clock, about 190,000 miles)

2009/10/14 Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net>

> IIRC, the Ford GT40 had European content as well (Lotus chassis and,
> possibly, body).
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
>
> 36 non-USA; 35 if you count the Cobra as USA
> GaryB
>
>
>
>
> > Huh? I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda),
> > Jaguar, and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through the
> > whole slide show again).
> >
> > Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?
> >
> >
> > bs
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 14 10:26:59 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:26:59 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <BLU117-W21FB21EE0D693AFFD4A442BFC60@phx.gbl>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
	<BLU117-W21FB21EE0D693AFFD4A442BFC60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD5FBD3.5000209@chello.nl>

Only France required yellow headlights. They were also of a lower 
Wattage then the white lights used in the rest of Europe, if I remember 
correctly. Km/h speedo's are also required in some EU countries (eg 
Germany I believe) but not all.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

>
> ..............in the US and sending to France for collectors.  We had
> a set of Euro equipment (yellow headlights, Km speedo's, etc)...........
>
>
> Richard of KY
>
> 60 BN7

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 10:31:53 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:31:53 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <4AD5FA77.2050700@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <1499021013.3541211255537913849.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Right. I think the PCV valve pulls a slight vacuum in the valve cover which helps offset this (although the PCV valve is closed when the throttle plates are). Not sure why, to tell the truth, but the smoking definitely diminished after I installed the PCV valve. I test after I've pulled a long downhill run with the throttles closed then hit the gas--used to get a plume of blue/black smoke, now I get just a puff (highly scientific methodology). 

I don't think my valves or guides are worn, but the seals might be. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 


Blue smoke during changing gears usually means worn valve stems/guides. 
Not really a lot of oil is burnt. When the butterfly valves of the carbs 
close during changing gears you draw a vacuum in the inlet manifold, 
which will draw in a bit of oil along the valve stems. 
Kees Oudesluijs 
NL 

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Wed Oct 14 11:06:08 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:06:08 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 3:545 diff ---
In-Reply-To: <4AD54663.2070808@comcast.net>
References: <949AA85F83ED4497ABF38E6110340CA8@computer>
	<4AD54663.2070808@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <001101ca4cf0$a007d3d0$e0177b70$@rr.com>

Anyone considering buying anything from Hemphills, if he is still in
business, should contact me off list.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bob Spidell
Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 11:33 PM
To: Earl Kagna
Cc: Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 3:545 diff ---

Last I heard, Hemphill's was selling them--not Lempert, but maybe NOS--for 
something like $700.  The Lempert set I got from the 'original' batch is 
beginning to look like a bargain @ $200.


bs

From Editorgary at aol.com  Wed Oct 14 11:14:54 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:14:54 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Healey head gear
Message-ID: <c1f.6c9d2aab.3807610e@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/14/09 4:39:29 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> Never liked the baseball t ype of hat with the bill
> in front.
> 
> 

Hear, hear... Or even with the bill in back. Straw hats for summer events, 
and a soft cap for driving.
And don't get me started on baseball caps as appropriate indoor wear.
Best
Gary

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Wed Oct 14 11:23:23 2009
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins )
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:23:23 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
Message-ID: <BLU117-DS69B3A91552346B3F8A814BFC60@phx.gbl>

Correct re France;
As demand for exEuro cars from America grew, they were sent to Sweden (liberal
rules on imports) for EU entry or conversion as required. Actually the Euro
cars imported to America and resent to Europe were actually safer; for
example, they had safety glass required in windshields which only Lux euro
cars had. I had first hand experience with a windshield explosion on a Hertz
rental in Paris.
------Original Message------
From: Oudesluys
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
Sent: Oct 14, 2009 11:26

Only France required yellow headlights. They were also of a lower
 Wattage then the white lights used in the rest of Europe, if I remember
 correctly. Km/h speedo's are also required in some EU countries (eg
 Germany I believe) but not all.
 Kees Oudesluijs
 NL

 >
 > ..............in the US and sending to France for collectors.  We had
 > a set of Euro equipment (yellow headlights, Km speedo's, etc)...........
 >
 >
 > Richard of KY
 >
 > 60 BN7
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From s.hutchings at rogers.com  Wed Oct 14 11:55:29 2009
From: s.hutchings at rogers.com (Stephen Hutchings)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:55:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <2100424717.3497311255532052999.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.c
	omcast.net>
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	omcast.net>
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I think you mean Lola?
Stephen, BJ8

>IIRC, the Ford GT40 had European content as well (Lotus chassis and, 
>possibly, body).
>
>
>bs
>
>--------------------------------
>Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA

From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Wed Oct 14 11:56:06 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:56:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910140700o8a5fd02x9ec313f180ba7910@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY124-W3567F99FDA2F1CC59D926D4C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY124-W2536AE34F84235FD43EAE3D4C60@phx.gbl>

While not overpowering most British cars have some slight smell of fuel
without any leaks when you drive them.  A slight amount of fuel is left in the
carb everytime you run it and shut down.  The air filters are pretty open, so
you'll get some smell from them.  I agree if you smell a strong oder of fuel
you might have an issue, but no smell at all?  It's like saying a british car
doesn't leak a drop of oil.

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."






Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:00:18 +0800
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Smell
From: healey.nut at gmail.com
To: stmiller96 at hotmail.com
CC: healeys at autox.team.net


Mr Miller -

Not to rain on the good feelings here (which are great) but ...

Gas smell = waste = leaks = possible fire hazard.  You should not have gas
smell.  I have 4 british cars and if I have gas smell I chase it down and seal
them up.  Besides, gas costs mega dosh!
Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8



On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 7:27 AM, S and T Miller <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>
wrote:

Not sure if there is any more pleasant smell then a newly installed soft top-
they should bottle that!

Only to be drowned out by the smell of fuel once you actually drive it :)

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."




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From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 12:20:45 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:20:45 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey head gear
In-Reply-To: <c1f.6c9d2aab.3807610e@aol.com>
References: <c1f.6c9d2aab.3807610e@aol.com>
Message-ID: <471534970910141120q213600dese6fd029bdf300a7f@mail.gmail.com>

I was always a fan of the Greek Fisherman's cap as an alternative.

Not as wimpy as a beret, not as classless as the baseball cap, and not tweed.

Jody


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1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
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From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Wed Oct 14 12:35:07 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:35:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Smell- BN1 leaks
Message-ID: <BAY124-W21271322584D2DDFF51F47D4C60@phx.gbl>

When I did a 100 M engine rebuild for a customer, I used the British Car Spec.
front timing cover with the modern (non-felt) seal installed.  It worked great
with no leaking.  They do it on an exchange (core) for your old one.

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."



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From e-wilkins at cox.net  Wed Oct 14 13:48:37 2009
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:48:37 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey head gear
In-Reply-To: <471534970910141120q213600dese6fd029bdf300a7f@mail.gmail.com>
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I started with  the tweed, and my current hat is either the greek  
fisherman's or a Jiffy roll-up in a pinch.

I'm still looking for the perfect straw porkpie like the Healey guys  
wore during rallies.

Wilko


On Oct 14, 2009, at 11:20 AM, Jody Kerr wrote:

> I was always a fan of the Greek Fisherman's cap as an alternative.
>
> Not as wimpy as a beret, not as classless as the baseball cap, and  
> not tweed.
>
> Jody

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Wed Oct 14 14:31:02 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:31:02 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?healey_leaks?=
Message-ID: <20091014203102.1497.qmail@server278.com>

i have just finished taking my trans and o/d out of the bj8 to put new gaskets in and stop the leaks.  my next door neighbor owns an experimental airplane that he built and he recommended some sealer called MotoSeal from permatex that he uses on his airplane.  i used it to put the trans and o/d together with new gaskets, filled it with oil and let it sit for two weeks with no leaks yet.  have not driven it yet but will check everything close for leaks before i use it anymore.  i cannot find it at any autoparts store or motorcycle shop in vegas.  looked on the internet but they want to sell only cartons of six, and i will never use that much.  will give a report after driving the car a few months to see if it is any good for the long haul.   hjim

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Wed Oct 14 14:31:02 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:31:02 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?healey_leaks?=
Message-ID: <20091014203102.1497.qmail@server278.com>

i have just finished taking my trans and o/d out of the bj8 to put new gaskets in and stop the leaks.  my next door neighbor owns an experimental airplane that he built and he recommended some sealer called MotoSeal from permatex that he uses on his airplane.  i used it to put the trans and o/d together with new gaskets, filled it with oil and let it sit for two weeks with no leaks yet.  have not driven it yet but will check everything close for leaks before i use it anymore.  i cannot find it at any autoparts store or motorcycle shop in vegas.  looked on the internet but they want to sell only cartons of six, and i will never use that much.  will give a report after driving the car a few months to see if it is any good for the long haul.   hjim

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Wed Oct 14 15:56:39 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:56:39 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Connecting rod big end housing diameter - inch to mm
 conversion error for AH 100 engine
Message-ID: <E28F13D298754A7181A7D817F0DD2F71@tm>

Hello all,

There is a mistake in the Service Manual AH 100 (page D3) conversion inches
to mm in the connecting rod big end housing diameter by 0.10mm the diameter
should be 53.695-53.708 mm.  Instead it reads:

Big end housing diameter 2.114-2.114 1/2in. (53.595-53.608 mm.)

Best, Tadek

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Wed Oct 14 16:04:14 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:04:14 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Smell
Message-ID: <c6c.590b5bbf.3807a4de@aol.com>

It also "wrks better" when the oil level is down somewhat from max,  
probably the case from having burned off/slung out that last 1/2 quart of oil  and 
not putting so much leak-load on the slinger.
 
Best--Michael Oritt
 
-----------------------------------
 
In a message dated 10/14/2009 12:13:43 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
bspidell at comcast.net writes:

Interesting (to me, at least), is that my oil consumption--which is  mostly 
from leaking through the rear main 'seal'--is much less on a long trip;  
i.e. driving mostly long highway legs. Around town and on short trips with  
lots of stops I use (leak) about a quart every 1,000 miles, on trips with long 
 highway legs I use a quart every 2,000 miles give or take. I attribute 
this to  the scroll seal and'slinger' working well as long as you're driving 
fast and  steady, but not so well at slow speeds with lots of stops. 

Also, my  oil consumption--and the blue smoke out the tailpipes when  
shifting--diminished after I installed a PCV valve. I think the valve pulls a  
slight vacuum in the sump--there's no vent on the valve cover and I sealed up  
some leaks--so oil doesn't get blown past the scroll seal.  

From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Wed Oct 14 16:08:10 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:08:10 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] healey leaks
In-Reply-To: <20091014203102.1497.qmail@server278.com>
References: <20091014203102.1497.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <416182.42172.qm@web110311.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

try Amazon--can buy just one tube if that is all you want

<
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HBGHKE >
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To: "healeys at autox.team.net"
<healeys at autox.team.net>; "healeys at autox.team.net" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wed, October 14, 2009 4:31:02 PM
Subject: [Healeys] healey leaks

i have
just finished taking my trans and o/d out of the bj8 to put new gaskets in and
stop the leaks.  my next door neighbor owns an experimental airplane that he
built and he recommended some sealer called MotoSeal from permatex that he
uses on his airplane.  i used it to put the trans and o/d together with new
gaskets, filled it with oil and let it sit for two weeks with no leaks yet. 
have not driven it yet but will check everything close for leaks before i use
it anymore.  i cannot find it at any autoparts store or motorcycle shop in
vegas.  looked on the internet but they want to sell only cartons of six, and
i will never use that much.  will give a report after driving the car a few
months to see if it is any good for the long haul.  hjim
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From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Wed Oct 14 16:08:10 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:08:10 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] healey leaks
In-Reply-To: <20091014203102.1497.qmail@server278.com>
References: <20091014203102.1497.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <416182.42172.qm@web110311.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

try Amazon--can buy just one tube if that is all you want

<
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HBGHKE >
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Sent: Wed, October 14, 2009 4:31:02 PM
Subject: [Healeys] healey leaks

i have
just finished taking my trans and o/d out of the bj8 to put new gaskets in and
stop the leaks.  my next door neighbor owns an experimental airplane that he
built and he recommended some sealer called MotoSeal from permatex that he
uses on his airplane.  i used it to put the trans and o/d together with new
gaskets, filled it with oil and let it sit for two weeks with no leaks yet. 
have not driven it yet but will check everything close for leaks before i use
it anymore.  i cannot find it at any autoparts store or motorcycle shop in
vegas.  looked on the internet but they want to sell only cartons of six, and
i will never use that much.  will give a report after driving the car a few
months to see if it is any good for the long haul.  hjim
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 17:17:22 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:17:22 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] healey leaks
In-Reply-To: <20091014203102.1497.qmail@server278.com>
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Did you do it the way airplane engine assemblers do (lay a silk thread between the two items to be joined)? 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 


i have just finished taking my trans and o/d out of the bj8 to put new gaskets in and stop the leaks. my next door neighbor owns an experimental airplane that he built and he recommended some sealer called MotoSeal from permatex that he uses on his airplane. i used it to put the trans and o/d together with new gaskets, filled it with oil and let it sit for two weeks with no leaks yet. have not driven it yet but will check everything close for leaks before i use it anymore. i cannot find it at any autoparts store or motorcycle shop in vegas. looked on the internet but they want to sell only cartons of six, and i will never use that much. will give a report after driving the car a few months to see if it is any good for the long haul. hjim 
_______________________________________________ 

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 17:51:58 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:51:58 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <021301ca478f$77d95e30$678c1a90$@net>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<021301ca478f$77d95e30$678c1a90$@net>
Message-ID: <471534970910141651x6636774fu43fa3ce4dc2b8b78@mail.gmail.com>

My copy just arrived in today's post.

I've been laughing for the past 1/2 hour. Not only is it very
humorous, but one of the best diagnostic descriptions I've ever read.

Thanks for the recommendation!

Jody

On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 1:48 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:
> Cut it out. I bought it off of Amazon last night and now you are forcing me
> to sit at the mail box waiting for it.
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
> http://www.healey6.com
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
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> Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 4:20 PM
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> Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
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>
> Tell you what. If you don't laugh out loud at that book. I'll buy it
> from you.
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From insptwo at msn.com  Wed Oct 14 17:55:37 2009
From: insptwo at msn.com (insptwo at msn.com)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 19:55:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <4AD5DBE2.1090005@chello.nl>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <COL109-W430D54F9DE754271E15A2ADC60@phx.gbl>

> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
>

If I am not mistaken, some models came with built in hydraulic jacks for tyre
changing, press of the button and the car was lifted to change the tire!

Bill

BJ7
> The Citroen on show is one of the DS/ID range, designed around 1954 and
> built to around 1976 or perhaps later. Without doubt the most advanced
> car at the time both in design and suspension. It had a full
> hydro-pneumatic suspension and hydraulic servo brake, steering, gear
> changing and clutch system, all served through a central hydraulic
> pressure pump system. Extremely comfortable and a fast tourer because of
> its excellent road holding, even at today's standards. Very popular all
> over Europe, even today.
> If there ever was "the classic", this is a very strong contender.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
> Bob Spidell schreef:
> > Huh? I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda),
> > Jaguar, and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through
> > the whole slide show again).
> >
> > Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?
> >
> >
> > bs
> >
> >
> >
> > Bernard Cristalli wrote:
> >> A lot of american cars that nobody knows except in the US...
> >> B
> >> (raised in a Nash)

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Wed Oct 14 18:50:42 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:50:42 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <COL109-W430D54F9DE754271E15A2ADC60@phx.gbl>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<COL109-W430D54F9DE754271E15A2ADC60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <000001ca4d31$86634770$9329d650$@com>

I used to own a 1959 DS19 way back..The tyre changing system was not quite a
built in jack. The idea was that you raised the hydro/pneumatic suspension
all the way up then fitted a little stand (like and axle stand) under the
center of the rocker panel of the side that you wanted to lift. You then
lowered the suspension all the way down and the 2 wheels on the selected
side rose off the ground under the influence of the anti roll bars. It
worked like a charm!!
A car that had built in hydraulic jacks was the Austin 16, a predecessor, in
terms of engine, of the Austin Healey 100.

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of insptwo at msn.com
Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 7:56 PM
To: healey help
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars

> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
>

If I am not mistaken, some models came with built in hydraulic jacks for
tyre
changing, press of the button and the car was lifted to change the tire!

Bill

BJ7
> The Citroen on show is one of the DS/ID range, designed around 1954 and
> built to around 1976 or perhaps later. Without doubt the most advanced
> car at the time both in design and suspension. It had a full
> hydro-pneumatic suspension and hydraulic servo brake, steering, gear
> changing and clutch system, all served through a central hydraulic
> pressure pump system. Extremely comfortable and a fast tourer because of
> its excellent road holding, even at today's standards. Very popular all
> over Europe, even today.
> If there ever was "the classic", this is a very strong contender.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
> Bob Spidell schreef:
> > Huh? I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda),
> > Jaguar, and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through
> > the whole slide show again).
> >
> > Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?
> >
> >
> > bs
> >
> >
> >
> > Bernard Cristalli wrote:
> >> A lot of american cars that nobody knows except in the US...
> >> B
> >> (raised in a Nash)
_______________________________________________

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Wed Oct 14 18:57:28 2009
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:57:28 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <COL109-W430D54F9DE754271E15A2ADC60@phx.gbl>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<COL109-W430D54F9DE754271E15A2ADC60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F931E@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>

G'day Bill

While I have never owned one, I have had the chance to test and write about a
number of Citroens.

These include the 2CV, Light 15, DS21 Le Caddy, DS23 EFI Pallas and SM.

Each of these could be called really cool and for different reasons.

Without doubt my favourite was the DS21 Le Caddy. This model is a very rare
convertible that is beautifully appointed and so opposite to an Austin-Healey
in that you feel completely separated from the undulations and noise of the
road. The Maserati engined SM was also fun and quick, but I didn't like its
steering that wanted to forcibly self centre.

They do not have hydraulics jacks for tyre changing, but you can set the
hydraulic suspension so that the car leans into one corner to such a degree
that opposite wheel is lifted off the ground.

By the way quite a few real Healey models did have built-in hydraulic jacks
for tyre changing.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

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From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of insptwo at msn.com
Sent: Thursday, 15 October 2009 10:56 AM
To: healey help
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars

> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
>

If I am not mistaken, some models came with built in hydraulic jacks for tyre
changing, press of the button and the car was lifted to change the tire!

Bill

BJ7
> The Citroen on show is one of the DS/ID range, designed around 1954 and
> built to around 1976 or perhaps later. Without doubt the most advanced
> car at the time both in design and suspension. It had a full
> hydro-pneumatic suspension and hydraulic servo brake, steering, gear
> changing and clutch system, all served through a central hydraulic
> pressure pump system. Extremely comfortable and a fast tourer because of
> its excellent road holding, even at today's standards. Very popular all
> over Europe, even today.
> If there ever was "the classic", this is a very strong contender.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
> Bob Spidell schreef:
> > Huh? I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda),
> > Jaguar, and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through
> > the whole slide show again).
> >
> > Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Wed Oct 14 19:28:20 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:28:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <471534970910141651x6636774fu43fa3ce4dc2b8b78@mail.gmail.com>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<021301ca478f$77d95e30$678c1a90$@net>
	<471534970910141651x6636774fu43fa3ce4dc2b8b78@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <021501ca4d36$c82c4e40$5884eac0$@net>

Finished mine in one day. My wife kept looking at me wondering why I was
reading it saying "I thought you knew how to fix cars." I told her that I
was previewing it for her so that she wouldnt ask me stupid questions. The
skillet missed my head by a good two inches.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: Jody Kerr [mailto:jodyfkerr at gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 7:52 PM
To: John Sims
Cc: Richard Ewald; Editorgary at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book

My copy just arrived in today's post.

I've been laughing for the past 1/2 hour. Not only is it very
humorous, but one of the best diagnostic descriptions I've ever read.

Thanks for the recommendation!

Jody

On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 1:48 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:
> Cut it out. I bought it off of Amazon last night and now you are forcing
me
> to sit at the mail box waiting for it.
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
> http://www.healey6.com

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 19:56:22 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:56:22 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <021501ca4d36$c82c4e40$5884eac0$@net>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<021301ca478f$77d95e30$678c1a90$@net>
	<471534970910141651x6636774fu43fa3ce4dc2b8b78@mail.gmail.com>
	<021501ca4d36$c82c4e40$5884eac0$@net>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910141856k34f51ba3l8be786731292e0a8@mail.gmail.com>

Guess I'm off the have to buy the book hook.
I'm glad you guys liked it.
Rick

On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 6:28 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:

> Finished mine in one day. My wife kept looking at me wondering why I was
> reading it saying "I thought you knew how to fix cars." I told her that I
> was previewing it for her so that she wouldnt ask me stupid questions. The
> skillet missed my head by a good two inches.
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
> http://www.healey6.com
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jody Kerr [mailto:jodyfkerr at gmail.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 7:52 PM
> To: John Sims
> Cc: Richard Ewald; Editorgary at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
>
> My copy just arrived in today's post.
>
> I've been laughing for the past 1/2 hour. Not only is it very
> humorous, but one of the best diagnostic descriptions I've ever read.
>
> Thanks for the recommendation!
>
> Jody
>
> On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 1:48 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:
> > Cut it out. I bought it off of Amazon last night and now you are forcing
> me
> > to sit at the mail box waiting for it.
> >
> > John Sims, BN6
> > Aberdeen, NJ
> >
> > http://www.healey6.com

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 20:48:06 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 19:48:06 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <021501ca4d36$c82c4e40$5884eac0$@net>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<021301ca478f$77d95e30$678c1a90$@net>
	<471534970910141651x6636774fu43fa3ce4dc2b8b78@mail.gmail.com>
	<021501ca4d36$c82c4e40$5884eac0$@net>
Message-ID: <471534970910141948y6055d15co4a6e5e3ede21ef60@mail.gmail.com>

John,

Dang, I did the same thing (minus the snark and the skillet - the wife
actually wants to learn this stuff).

Though, she kept wondering why I would sit there reading a car book
giggling. It was such a fun read!

Now I've finished the book and feel a really strong desire to find a
'62 Thrashwell-Snailby SS (grin). It'd go really well with the '42
Getout Andpush that I have in the back yard.

Jody

On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 6:28 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:
> Finished mine in one day. My wife kept looking at me wondering why I was
> reading it saying "I thought you knew how to fix cars." I told her that I
> was previewing it for her so that she wouldnt ask me stupid questions. The
> skillet missed my head by a good two inches.
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>
> http://www.healey6.com
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jody Kerr [mailto:jodyfkerr at gmail.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 7:52 PM
> To: John Sims
> Cc: Richard Ewald; Editorgary at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
>
> My copy just arrived in today's post.
>
> I've been laughing for the past 1/2 hour. Not only is it very
> humorous, but one of the best diagnostic descriptions I've ever read.
>
> Thanks for the recommendation!
>
> Jody
>
> On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 1:48 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:
>> Cut it out. I bought it off of Amazon last night and now you are forcing
> me
>> to sit at the mail box waiting for it.
>>
>> John Sims, BN6
>> Aberdeen, NJ
>>
>> http://www.healey6.com
>>
>>
>
>
>



--
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 63ahbj7 at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 20:53:57 2009
From: 63ahbj7 at comcast.net (63ahbj7)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:53:57 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <021501ca4d36$c82c4e40$5884eac0$@net>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<021301ca478f$77d95e30$678c1a90$@net>
	<471534970910141651x6636774fu43fa3ce4dc2b8b78@mail.gmail.com>
	<021501ca4d36$c82c4e40$5884eac0$@net>
Message-ID: <4AD68EC5.5060602@comcast.net>

Since I DOUBT you are getting 'faster' John .....

<< The skillet missed my head by a good two inches. >>

SHE must be slowing down !!!!!!

Anon

PS:  LOL !

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Wed Oct 14 20:56:23 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:56:23 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F931E@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<COL109-W430D54F9DE754271E15A2ADC60@phx.gbl>
	<7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F931E@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910141956i19cb843ci179d79f817cfef2c@mail.gmail.com>

The Austin Princess had hydraulic jacks.

The Austin A90 Atlantic convertible had optional hydraulic window lifts,
which was excellent for use as a guillotine for dogs and/or wifes when the
top was up.  Here's a pic:

http://picasaweb.google.com/Healey.Nut/PeterSAustinA90AtlanticPrototype#5186311043605541602

Probably could use it to tenderize veal cutlets as well.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8
On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 8:57 AM, Quinn, Patrick <
Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au> wrote:

> G'day Bill
>
> While I have never owned one, I have had the chance to test and write about
> a
> number of Citroens.
>
> These include the 2CV, Light 15, DS21 Le Caddy, DS23 EFI Pallas and SM.
>
> Each of these could be called really cool and for different reasons.
>
> Without doubt my favourite was the DS21 Le Caddy. This model is a very rare
> convertible that is beautifully appointed and so opposite to an
> Austin-Healey
> in that you feel completely separated from the undulations and noise of the
> road. The Maserati engined SM was also fun and quick, but I didn't like its
> steering that wanted to forcibly self centre.
>
> They do not have hydraulics jacks for tyre changing, but you can set the
> hydraulic suspension so that the car leans into one corner to such a degree
> that opposite wheel is lifted off the ground.
>
> By the way quite a few real Healey models did have built-in hydraulic jacks
> for tyre changing.
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia

From 55healey at comcast.net  Wed Oct 14 23:17:08 2009
From: 55healey at comcast.net (robert westcott)
Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:17:08 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey head gear
In-Reply-To: <471534970910141120q213600dese6fd029bdf300a7f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c1f.6c9d2aab.3807610e@aol.com>
	<471534970910141120q213600dese6fd029bdf300a7f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <C745975F-EA2D-4EB6-BD6A-9B08E71EC944@comcast.net>

A knit "Watch Cap" pulled over my ears on the cold drives.
I need to install a heater someday.

Rob


On Oct 14, 2009, at 11:20 AM, Jody Kerr wrote:

> I was always a fan of the Greek Fisherman's cap as an alternative.
>
> Not as wimpy as a beret, not as classless as the baseball cap, and  
> not tweed.
>
> Jody

From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 06:12:42 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:12:42 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Funny
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W31AD156CC6077A5843AD34D4C70@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W31AD156CC6077A5843AD34D4C70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD711BA.2050701@comcast.net>

Shawn,
What is worse is that an analysis at the end of the run showed an oil 
spot where the Volvo-engined MG had parked!
Charlie


S and T Miller wrote:
> I was on a Poker run with the local MG club (LANCO) this past Sunday. I was
> one of four big Healeys on the tour.  Someone mentioned that a puddle of oil
> was left at the starting point.  All four of us Healey guys went and checked
> our oil levels!  None of the MG people did so, until we reported that it
> wasn't any of us :)
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."
>
>
>  		 	   		  
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Thu Oct 15 06:21:48 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 05:21:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Healey head gear
In-Reply-To: <C745975F-EA2D-4EB6-BD6A-9B08E71EC944@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <442592.16651.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

I'm all about safety.  Me and the missus always wear our vintage Buco
Helmet-Hats when out cruising:

http://www.triumphspitfire.com/images/Hat.jpg

--- On Thu, 10/15/09, robert westcott <55healey at comcast.net> wrote:

From: robert westcott <55healey at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey head gear
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2009, 1:17 AM

A knit "Watch Cap" pulled over my ears on the cold drives.
I need to install a heater someday.

Rob


On Oct 14, 2009, at 11:20 AM, Jody Kerr wrote:

> I was always a fan of the Greek Fisherman's cap as an alternative.
>
> Not as wimpy as a beret, not as classless as the baseball cap, and not
tweed.
>
> Jody
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From Editorgary at aol.com  Thu Oct 15 07:01:17 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:01:17 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
Message-ID: <c0b.67e4ee11.3808771d@aol.com>

Got mine yesterday -- almost missed my Magazine deadline when I started to 
read it and couldn't stop. 
How did I ever miss seeing this book the first time.
The amazing thing is that it answers many of the questions that still arise 
today on the Healey list and other hobby car lists but proves that even 
substantive, informational writing can be very funny.
Best
Gary

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct 15 07:23:32 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:23:32 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <471534970910141651x6636774fu43fa3ce4dc2b8b78@mail.gmail.com>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50@phx.gbl>

You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:



http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288





> Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:51:58 -0700
> From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com
> To: ahbn6 at verizon.net
> CC: Editorgary at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
>
> My copy just arrived in today's post.
>
> I've been laughing for the past 1/2 hour. Not only is it very
> humorous, but one of the best diagnostic descriptions I've ever read.
>
> Thanks for the recommendation!
>
> Jody
>
> On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 1:48 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:
> > Cut it out. I bought it off of Amazon last night and now you are forcing
me
> > to sit at the mail box waiting for it.
> >
> > John Sims, BN6
> > Aberdeen, NJ
> >
> > http://www.healey6.com
> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> > On Behalf Of Richard Ewald
> > Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 4:20 PM
> > To: Editorgary at aol.com
> > Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
> >
> > Tell you what. If you don't laugh out loud at that book. I'll buy it
> > from you.
> > _______________________________________________
> > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
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>
>
>
> --
> http://www.theymightberacing.com/
> 1953 Studebaker Champion
> 1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
> 1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
> 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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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct 15 07:40:02 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:40:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <c0b.67e4ee11.3808771d@aol.com>
References: <c0b.67e4ee11.3808771d@aol.com>
Message-ID: <003001ca4d9c$ff6e5c20$fe4b1460$@net>

We may be putting this book on the best sellers list!!!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Editorgary at aol.com
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 9:01 AM
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book

Got mine yesterday -- almost missed my Magazine deadline when I started to
read it and couldn't stop.
How did I ever miss seeing this book the first time.
The amazing thing is that it answers many of the questions that still arise
today on the Healey list and other hobby car lists but proves that even
substantive, informational writing can be very funny.
Best
Gary
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 07:41:06 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:41:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <c0b.67e4ee11.3808771d@aol.com>
References: <c0b.67e4ee11.3808771d@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4AD72672.3000806@comcast.net>

Gary,
Yes, it really isn't just for "beginners, your wife, and the 
mechanically inept", but presents things in a simple enough and humorous 
way for them to understand and enjoy.
I've had my copy since the early '70s.
Charlie
Don't force it, get a bigger hammer.

Editorgary at aol.com wrote:
> Got mine yesterday -- almost missed my Magazine deadline when I started to 
> read it and couldn't stop. 
> How did I ever miss seeing this book the first time.
> The amazing thing is that it answers many of the questions that still arise 
> today on the Healey list and other hobby car lists but proves that even 
> substantive, informational writing can be very funny.
> Best
> Gary
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> Healeys at autox.team.net
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From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Thu Oct 15 07:49:00 2009
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 07:49:00 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50@phx.gbl>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com><12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <A01BA70712E040508A1F7299203AE786@oscar>

Worth every cent....??

frogeye at porterscustom.com

Porter Customs   2909 Arno NE
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2  1959 AN5
Porter Custom Bicycles

cars:
 www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
gallery:
http://picasaweb.google.com/porterscustombicycles/PorterCustomBicyclesStuff

blog: http://porterbikes.com/


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:24 AM
To: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book

You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:



http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288





> Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:51:58 -0700
> From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com
> To: ahbn6 at verizon.net
> CC: Editorgary at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
>
> My copy just arrived in today's post.
>
> I've been laughing for the past 1/2 hour. Not only is it very
> humorous, but one of the best diagnostic descriptions I've ever read.
>
> Thanks for the recommendation!
>
> Jody
>
> On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 1:48 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:
> > Cut it out. I bought it off of Amazon last night and now you are forcing
me
> > to sit at the mail box waiting for it.
> >
> > John Sims, BN6
> > Aberdeen, NJ
> >
> > http://www.healey6.com
> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> > On Behalf Of Richard Ewald
> > Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 4:20 PM
> > To: Editorgary at aol.com
> > Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
> >
> > Tell you what. If you don't laugh out loud at that book. I'll buy it
> > from you.
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> http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on
ebay!
>
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> disinclination to do so."
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct 15 07:53:20 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:53:20 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <A01BA70712E040508A1F7299203AE786@oscar>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com><12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W2851F785AE126DCF9544FAB8C50@phx.gbl>

Ah!  You must be the seller!!  ;)


> Worth every cent....??
>
> Porter Customs 2909 Arno NE
> -----Original Message-----
> From:robertduquette at sympatico.ca
>
> You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:
>
> http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288

From healeymnster at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 08:55:08 2009
From: healeymnster at gmail.com (Ed Townley)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:55:08 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
Message-ID: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>

WOW!!  my copy (just ordered from bookfinder.com for $14.95) will be for
sale through amazon in the next week or so, soon as I read it.
Ed Townley
Southern NM, USA



Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:23:32 +0000
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50 at phx.gbl>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:



http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 09:16:34 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:16:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <A01BA70712E040508A1F7299203AE786@oscar>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50@phx.gbl>
	<A01BA70712E040508A1F7299203AE786@oscar>
Message-ID: <471534970910150816m5b3c1f3fw9a16d7af0317ace8@mail.gmail.com>

Definitely,

I've spent way too much money on poorly written tripe in the past few
years. :(. In the past year I've taken a sabbatical from modern
literature and gone back to rear or reread various classics that I
missed the first time (I was an English Major). Atlas Shrugged, Wealth
of Nations are just a couple of this year's reads. I figue, I can't
spend my entire life just reading car related stuff. :)

Jody

On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 6:49 AM, Dave Porter <frogeye at porterscustom.com> wrote:
> Worth every cent....??

-- 
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on ebay!

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from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent
disinclination to do so."
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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 09:34:00 2009
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:34:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey head gear
In-Reply-To: <mailman.14926.1255568260.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.14926.1255568260.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4AD740E8.9030209@comcast.net>

Wilko wrote:
 > I'm still looking for the perfect straw porkpie like the Healey guys
 > wore during rallies.

Googling for the greek fishermans hat lead me to this site, where
you can get your choice of pork pie hats. I don't know if they carry
them in straw (maybe the panama pork pie?).  NFI, etc.

<http://www.berkeleyhat.com/fepopiehabr.html>
<http://www.berkeleyhat.com/panamaporkpie.html>

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Thu Oct 15 09:41:11 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:41:11 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <532162.7420.qm@web51407.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

I can hear some publisher now, "We need a second printing!"

--- On Thu, 10/15/09, Ed Townley <healeymnster at gmail.com> wrote:

From: Ed Townley <healeymnster at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2009, 10:55 AM

WOW!!  my copy (just ordered from bookfinder.com for $14.95) will be for
sale through amazon in the next week or so, soon as I read it.
Ed Townley
Southern NM, USA



Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:23:32 +0000
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50 at phx.gbl>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:



http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From tahoehealey at hotmail.com  Thu Oct 15 09:44:16 2009
From: tahoehealey at hotmail.com (Richard Kahn)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:44:16 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <COL121-W477856C56125E68A8C7D9BA4C50@phx.gbl>

It is currently at $221.00 at Amazon! Two available.
Rich Kahn

> Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:55:08 -0600
> From: healeymnster at gmail.com
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
>
> WOW!!  my copy (just ordered from bookfinder.com for $14.95) will be for
> sale through amazon in the next week or so, soon as I read it.
> Ed Townley
> Southern NM, USA
>
>
>
> Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:23:32 +0000
> From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
> To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Message-ID: <BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50 at phx.gbl>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>
> You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:
>
>
>
> http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288
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From j.aeckerlin at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 09:49:06 2009
From: j.aeckerlin at gmail.com (Jaap Aeckerlin)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:49:06 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
In-Reply-To: <COL109-W430D54F9DE754271E15A2ADC60@phx.gbl>
References: <00f601ca4c45$681e96d0$385bc470$@net>
	<631736.61944.qm@web110309.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<4AD5DBE2.1090005@chello.nl>
	<COL109-W430D54F9DE754271E15A2ADC60@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4e23c7250910150849y60dfb33du759841d1d91fd7cd@mail.gmail.com>

Bill, partly right. In case of a puncture you kept the engine running,
placed the Driving Height Lever in the 'very high' position and the
suspension system pushed the car up. When the top position was reached you
placed a simple extendable support  close to the wheel and moved the lever
in the 'lowest' position. The body lowered itself on the three wheels and
the fourth wheel was lifted from the street by the suspension system. After
changing the wheel you placed the lever in the 'very high'position, waited
till the car was pushed fully up, removed the support, put the lever in the
'normal driving height' position and drove off.
Present big Citroens still have a comparable suspension system but not with
a support but with a jack.
Regards,
Jack

2009/10/15 <insptwo at msn.com>

> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] Coolest Cars
> >
>
> If I am not mistaken, some models came with built in hydraulic jacks for
> tyre
> changing, press of the button and the car was lifted to change the tire!
>
> Bill
>
> BJ7
> > The Citroen on show is one of the DS/ID range, designed around 1954 and
> > built to around 1976 or perhaps later. Without doubt the most advanced
> > car at the time both in design and suspension. It had a full
> > hydro-pneumatic suspension and hydraulic servo brake, steering, gear
> > changing and clutch system, all served through a central hydraulic
> > pressure pump system. Extremely comfortable and a fast tourer because of
> > its excellent road holding, even at today's standards. Very popular all
> > over Europe, even today.
> > If there ever was "the classic", this is a very strong contender.
> > Kees Oudesluijs
> > NL
> >
> > Bob Spidell schreef:
> > > Huh? I saw Lambo, BMW, Ferarri, MG, Alfa, MG, Nissan, Acura (Honda),
> > > Jaguar, and a lot of other non-American makes (too lazy to go through
> > > the whole slide show again).
> > >
> > > Even a "Citroen"--now where in the hell did those come from?
> > >
> > >
> > > bs
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Bernard Cristalli wrote:
> > >> A lot of american cars that nobody knows except in the US...
> > >> B
> > >> (raised in a Nash)
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From qualitas.jack at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 10:08:45 2009
From: qualitas.jack at gmail.com (Jack Feldman)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:08:45 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
Message-ID: <48720d20910150908x223dd476m89554285aa8c096e@mail.gmail.com>

OK, I admit I wasn't paying attention.  went to Amazon and searched for
O'Kane and repair, and came up with two used copies of a repair book that
were priced at $221!

Since a number of you seem to have been able to buy copies of the book, what
is the title, and where did you order it?

I really need to get a copy for my son. He is going to inherit my cars, and
is clueless about how to take care of them.

Jack

From Editorgary at aol.com  Thu Oct 15 10:19:11 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:19:11 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Archimedes and his screw
Message-ID: <bdf.5e0dce1b.3808a57f@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/14/09 11:46:33 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> I attribute this to the scroll seal and'slinger' working well as long as 
> you're driving fast and steady, but not so well at slow speeds with lots of 
> stops.
> 
We should call it by its right name: Reverse Archimedes Screw... (look it 
up if you wonder how a Greek could have invented something that has become 
iconic British).

You lose the oil when you shut off the engine, because the negative 
pressure in the crankcase, which is helping pull the oil off the screw and back 
into the crankcase briefly becomes positive pressure, which pushes whatever oil 
was on and around the screw back into the bell housing.

That oil in turn dribbles out of the little hole at the bottom of the bell 
housing, which should have a split pin (cotter pin to the Chevy mechanic) 
hanging out of it. The split pin is there to keep that hole clear of dirt and 
debris, so that the oil can actually drain out (and on to your garage floor) 
rather than collecting and eventually "oiling" the clutch plate.

So, as long as the car is running, it isn't leaking oil. When it stops, it 
leaks -- as it is designed to do. The more times you stop (and the greater 
the worn tolerances between your engine block and the Archimedes screw) the 
more oil you'll leak.

Cheers
gary   

From scvc70 at epix.net  Thu Oct 15 10:31:08 2009
From: scvc70 at epix.net (Carr&Edwards)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:31:08 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
Message-ID: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>

Spotted by a friend in Arizona--------

      http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/1408166614.html

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct 15 10:48:52 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:48:52 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <COL121-W477856C56125E68A8C7D9BA4C50@phx.gbl>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W31429552BED3EFB7FE6FCBB8C50@phx.gbl>

That would be okay as long as someone else is going to buy it at close to that
price when you want to sell it.  If people on the list bought it and resold it
for $5 less after they read it, I might be able to afford it by the end of
next year! :)



> From: tahoehealey at hotmail.com
>
> It is currently at $221.00 at Amazon! Two available.
> Rich Kahn

From bcrist at club-internet.fr  Thu Oct 15 11:21:41 2009
From: bcrist at club-internet.fr (Bernard Cristalli)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:21:41 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Healey head gear
In-Reply-To: <4AD740E8.9030209@comcast.net>
References: <mailman.14926.1255568260.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<4AD740E8.9030209@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4AD75A25.3020406@club-internet.fr>

One thing I'm looking for is an old style english school cap, like the 
one I used to wear as a kid.
I found one, last one in the shop, last summer at Harrod's, but I'm sure 
there should be that kind of thing somewhere.

Bernard


Kent McLean a icrit :
> Wilko wrote:
> > I'm still looking for the perfect straw porkpie like the Healey guys
> > wore during rallies.
>
> Googling for the greek fishermans hat lead me to this site, where
> you can get your choice of pork pie hats. I don't know if they carry
> them in straw (maybe the panama pork pie?).  NFI, etc.
>
> <http://www.berkeleyhat.com/fepopiehabr.html>
> <http://www.berkeleyhat.com/panamaporkpie.html>

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 11:22:03 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:22:03 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Archimedes and his screw
In-Reply-To: <bdf.5e0dce1b.3808a57f@aol.com>
Message-ID: <1382402026.3999581255627323219.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Yeah. What he said. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 


In a message dated 10/14/09 11:46:33 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes: 


> I attribute this to the scroll seal and'slinger' working well as long as 
> you're driving fast and steady, but not so well at slow speeds with lots of 
> stops. 
> 
We should call it by its right name: Reverse Archimedes Screw... (look it 
up if you wonder how a Greek could have invented something that has become 
iconic British). 

You lose the oil when you shut off the engine, because the negative 
pressure in the crankcase, which is helping pull the oil off the screw and back 
into the crankcase briefly becomes positive pressure, which pushes whatever oil 
was on and around the screw back into the bell housing. 

That oil in turn dribbles out of the little hole at the bottom of the bell 
housing, which should have a split pin (cotter pin to the Chevy mechanic) 
hanging out of it. The split pin is there to keep that hole clear of dirt and 
debris, so that the oil can actually drain out (and on to your garage floor) 
rather than collecting and eventually "oiling" the clutch plate. 

So, as long as the car is running, it isn't leaking oil. When it stops, it 
leaks -- as it is designed to do. The more times you stop (and the greater 
the worn tolerances between your engine block and the Archimedes screw) the 
more oil you'll leak. 

Cheers 
gary 
_______________________________________________ 

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 11:32:00 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:32:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <48720d20910150908x223dd476m89554285aa8c096e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <48720d20910150908x223dd476m89554285aa8c096e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <471534970910151032r523729abofb2640c89d5efea9@mail.gmail.com>

Well, I think we created a run on the book at Amazon, and the only
copies left are the ridiculously priced ones. :)

Book information:

Title: How to repair your Foreign Car: a guide for the beginner, your
wife, and the mechanically inept
Author: Dick O'Kane
ISBN-10: 0385015283
ISBN-13: 978-0385015288
LC Cataloging #: 68-12158
Publisher: Doubleday (January 1968)

This sum of information should allow you to track down the book. The
ISBN-10 is the old ISBN number (International Standard Book Number),
the ISBN-13 is the modern ISBN Number. The LC Cataloging # is the
Library of Congress cataloging code and is used universally in
libraries within the United states.

I could bore you all to tears with all sorts of additional
information, but that's what you get when you ask a librarian (or at
least someone who used to be one) for information about a book.
Googling the ISBN # returns a pile of results:
http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4ACGW_enUS332US333&q=isbn+0385015283+

Jody

-- 
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 11:34:37 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:34:37 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>
Message-ID: <471534970910151034u172dcc59s7676424f47bcfdd7@mail.gmail.com>

GAH! In my back yard and I didn't know about it!

Anyone want to lend me $3500.00? I promise to pay it back. :) AndI
promise to immediately remove that junk pinto engine and transmission.
heh.

Jody

On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 9:31 AM, Carr&Edwards <scvc70 at epix.net> wrote:
> Spotted by a friend in Arizona--------
>
>      http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/1408166614.html
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http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 dan at warner-associates.com  Thu Oct 15 11:34:47 2009
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:34:47 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W31429552BED3EFB7FE6FCBB8C50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <115B79EB8BB24CD9BAB761395CCE9765@DANSTROM>

You can buy the book used for $9 plus $4 shipping.


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 11:49 AM
To: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book

That would be okay as long as someone else is going to buy it at close to
that
price when you want to sell it.  If people on the list bought it and resold
it
for $5 less after they read it, I might be able to afford it by the end of
next year! :)



> From: tahoehealey at hotmail.com
>
> It is currently at $221.00 at Amazon! Two available.
> Rich Kahn
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From m.brouillette at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 11:53:01 2009
From: m.brouillette at comcast.net (m.brouillette at comcast.net)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:53:01 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
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Pinto?B  Not even onB my worst day would I do that to a Healey...






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Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 12:31:08 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred

Spotted by a friend in Arizona--------

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From bighealey at charter.net  Thu Oct 15 12:08:43 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:08:43 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey head gear
In-Reply-To: <4AD75A25.3020406@club-internet.fr>
Message-ID: <C3AB25660CBC4805A91F0D112375A548@TRACY>

I still have one Safari Helmet for sale at $30 plus shipping.  Normally
retails at $42.

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

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bernard Cristalli
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 10:22 AM
To: Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey head gear

One thing I'm looking for is an old style english school cap, like the
one I used to wear as a kid.
I found one, last one in the shop, last summer at Harrod's, but I'm sure
there should be that kind of thing somewhere.

Bernard


Kent McLean a icrit :
> Wilko wrote:
> > I'm still looking for the perfect straw porkpie like the Healey guys
> > wore during rallies.
>
> Googling for the greek fishermans hat lead me to this site, where
> you can get your choice of pork pie hats. I don't know if they carry
> them in straw (maybe the panama pork pie?).  NFI, etc.
>
> <http://www.berkeleyhat.com/fepopiehabr.html>
> <http://www.berkeleyhat.com/panamaporkpie.html>
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From robertlarson at att.net  Thu Oct 15 12:10:55 2009
From: robertlarson at att.net (Bob)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:10:55 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W31429552BED3EFB7FE6FCBB8C50@phx.gbl>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
	<BAY112-W31429552BED3EFB7FE6FCBB8C50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AD765AF.1050404@att.net>


From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 12:13:37 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:13:37 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Archimedes and his screw
In-Reply-To: <bdf.5e0dce1b.3808a57f@aol.com>
Message-ID: <1642214719.4025131255630417970.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Hmmmmmmm ... now that I think about it ... aren't crankcases normally pressurized by blowby? Or is my PCV valve pulling a vacuum (that wouldn't be present in Healeys without the valve)? 

bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 


In a message dated 10/14/09 11:46:33 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes: 


> I attribute this to the scroll seal and'slinger' working well as long as 
> you're driving fast and steady, but not so well at slow speeds with lots of 
> stops. 
> 
We should call it by its right name: Reverse Archimedes Screw... (look it 
up if you wonder how a Greek could have invented something that has become 
iconic British). 

You lose the oil when you shut off the engine, because the negative 
pressure in the crankcase, which is helping pull the oil off the screw and back 
into the crankcase briefly becomes positive pressure, which pushes whatever oil 
was on and around the screw back into the bell housing. 

That oil in turn dribbles out of the little hole at the bottom of the bell 
housing, which should have a split pin (cotter pin to the Chevy mechanic) 
hanging out of it. The split pin is there to keep that hole clear of dirt and 
debris, so that the oil can actually drain out (and on to your garage floor) 
rather than collecting and eventually "oiling" the clutch plate. 

So, as long as the car is running, it isn't leaking oil. When it stops, it 
leaks -- as it is designed to do. The more times you stop (and the greater 
the worn tolerances between your engine block and the Archimedes screw) the 
more oil you'll leak. 

Cheers 
gary 
_______________________________________________ 

From qualitas.jack at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 12:40:32 2009
From: qualitas.jack at gmail.com (Jack Feldman)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:40:32 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <471534970910151032r523729abofb2640c89d5efea9@mail.gmail.com>
References: <48720d20910150908x223dd476m89554285aa8c096e@mail.gmail.com>
	<471534970910151032r523729abofb2640c89d5efea9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <48720d20910151140i71dfe09ep2ad9d0b1d7085edc@mail.gmail.com>

It is even worse. alibris has copies in England that are listed at over
$300,000! Crazy. Who would pay that much for the book? It would be
interesting to find out how they arrive at those prices.

Jack

On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 12:32 PM, Jody Kerr <jodyfkerr at gmail.com> wrote:

> Well, I think we created a run on the book at Amazon, and the only
> copies left are the ridiculously priced ones. :)
>
> Book information:
>
> Title: How to repair your Foreign Car: a guide for the beginner, your
> wife, and the mechanically inept
> Author: Dick O'Kane
> ISBN-10: 0385015283
> ISBN-13: 978-0385015288
> LC Cataloging #: 68-12158
> Publisher: Doubleday (January 1968)
>
> This sum of information should allow you to track down the book. The
> ISBN-10 is the old ISBN number (International Standard Book Number),
> the ISBN-13 is the modern ISBN Number. The LC Cataloging # is the
> Library of Congress cataloging code and is used universally in
> libraries within the United states.
>
> I could bore you all to tears with all sorts of additional
> information, but that's what you get when you ask a librarian (or at
> least someone who used to be one) for information about a book.
> Googling the ISBN # returns a pile of results:
>
> http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4ACGW_enUS332US333&q=isbn+0385015283+
>
> Jody
>
> --
> http://www.theymightberacing.com/
> 1953 Studebaker Champion
> 1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
> 1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
> 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 mgcharlie at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 13:18:35 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:18:35 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net>

Anyone know what the legal ramifications of making copies of an old book 
like this and distributing them?
Perhaps it would matter if it is done for profit or not?
It isn't that large a book and it would be fairly easy.
Charlie
BTW I would think that this is a book to keep, both for its reference 
value, but also for its humor.

Ed Townley wrote:
> WOW!!  my copy (just ordered from bookfinder.com for $14.95) will be for
> sale through amazon in the next week or so, soon as I read it.
> Ed Townley
> Southern NM, USA
>
>
>
> Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:23:32 +0000
> From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
> To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Message-ID: <BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50 at phx.gbl>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>
> You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:
>
>
>
> http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288
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From pieters at pt.lu  Thu Oct 15 13:18:46 2009
From: pieters at pt.lu (Pieter and Linda)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:18:46 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
Message-ID: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>

I am looking to buy a Alloy Head for my 3000. The usual suppliers have  
them and the price varies by a few hundred pound. Anybody have any  
recommendations or warnings?
thanks
Pieter

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 13:54:48 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:54:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
	<4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <471534970910151254o3b7d6526m5dbb90b7ef14dfd6@mail.gmail.com>

Fair use would allow for anything up to a chapter of the book to be
reproduced for educational purposes. Anything more than that would
violate copyright.

Of course, you could just accidentlaly let the Chinese know there's a
huge market for the book and you'll be finding knock offs available on
the market in 2 weeks.

On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 12:18 PM, Charlie Baldwin <mgcharlie at comcast.net>
wrote:
> Anyone know what the legal ramifications of making copies of an old book
> like this and distributing them?
> Perhaps it would matter if it is done for profit or not?
> It isn't that large a book and it would be fairly easy.
> Charlie
> BTW I would think that this is a book to keep, both for its reference
> value, but also for its humor.
>
> Ed Townley wrote:
>> WOW!!  my copy (just ordered from bookfinder.com for $14.95) will be for
>> sale through amazon in the next week or so, soon as I read it.
>> Ed Townley
>> Southern NM, USA
>>
>>
>>
>> Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:23:32 +0000
>> From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
>> Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
>> To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Message-ID: <BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50 at phx.gbl>
>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>>
>> You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:
>>
>>
>>
>> http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288
>> _______________________________________________
>> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>>
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1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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."
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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 14:08:10 2009
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:08:10 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <mailman.15139.1255627929.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.15139.1255627929.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4AD7812A.8050000@comcast.net>

Jody wrote:
 > In the past year I've taken a sabbatical from modern
 > literature and gone back to rear or reread various classics
 > that I missed the first time (I was an English Major).

I just picked up a copy of "Twilight Zone, 19 Original Stories
On the 50th Anniversary" edited by Carol Serling. Classic like
the original TV stories, each one starts off with a short intro
(you can just hear Rod Serling's voice), followed by the short
story, finishing with a Serling-like summary. I've read only the
first two stories so far; and each ends with a surprising twist.
I recommend this one.

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Thu Oct 15 14:49:55 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 22:49:55 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Rocker arm bushing oil holes
Message-ID: <0675EF71C3724464B7C557DF3273D3E3@tm>

I seem to remember I read somewhere that these holes should be drilled in
some specific way - could anyone remind me?

Best Regards, Tadek

From insptwo at msn.com  Thu Oct 15 15:10:28 2009
From: insptwo at msn.com (insptwo at msn.com)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:10:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Archimedes and his screw
In-Reply-To: <1382402026.3999581255627323219.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <bdf.5e0dce1b.3808a57f@aol.com>
Message-ID: <COL109-W5245D25924522CD9A72072ADC50@phx.gbl>

Gary: If I'm reading this right, that means we are getting screwed every time
we stop!

Bill

BJ7
 >
> In a message dated 10/14/09 11:46:33 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
> writes:
>
>
> > I attribute this to the scroll seal and'slinger' working well as long as
> > you're driving fast and steady, but not so well at slow speeds with lots
of
> > stops.
> >
> We should call it by its right name: Reverse Archimedes Screw... (look it
> up if you wonder how a Greek could have invented something that has become
> iconic British).
>
> You lose the oil when you shut off the engine, because the negative
> pressure in the crankcase, which is helping pull the oil off the screw and
back
> into the crankcase briefly becomes positive pressure, which pushes whatever
oil
> was on and around the screw back into the bell housing.
>
> That oil in turn dribbles out of the little hole at the bottom of the bell
> housing, which should have a split pin (cotter pin to the Chevy mechanic)
> hanging out of it. The split pin is there to keep that hole clear of dirt
and
> debris, so that the oil can actually drain out (and on to your garage floor)
> rather than collecting and eventually "oiling" the clutch plate.
>
> So, as long as the car is running, it isn't leaking oil. When it stops, it
> leaks -- as it is designed to do. The more times you stop (and the greater
> the worn tolerances between your engine block and the Archimedes screw) the
> more oil you'll leak.
>
> Cheers
> gary

From 57healey at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 16:24:55 2009
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:24:55 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <1836114825.1231531255629181032.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>
	<1836114825.1231531255629181032.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0910151524i5c2778c6m89833700b5f61248@mail.gmail.com>

Well the Pinto engine was based on a European Ford design.  It would
be closer to correct than a small block, and the cylinder count is the
same as the original

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Pinto_engine

An an AZ car could be pretty solid...



On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 12:53 PM,  <m.brouillette at comcast.net> wrote:
> Pinto?B  Not even onB my worst day would I do that to a Healey...


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

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 17:22:59 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:22:59 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0910151524i5c2778c6m89833700b5f61248@mail.gmail.com>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>
	<1836114825.1231531255629181032.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<743b1e2f0910151524i5c2778c6m89833700b5f61248@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <471534970910151622i2b3baa28g4f2640f5c4f3148d@mail.gmail.com>

If anyone is serious about aquiring the car I would be happy to go
inspect it for them and take an unnecessary number of photos.

Jody

-- 
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on ebay!

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from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent
disinclination to do so."
--Douglas Adams

From jarowe at westnet.com.au  Thu Oct 15 18:25:54 2009
From: jarowe at westnet.com.au (John Rowe)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:25:54 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
Message-ID: <A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>

I think you will find that they are all made in the same factory.

A friend here in Perth just bought a head from AH Spares and it came with 
DenisWelch cast in it.

cheers from west oz

John Rowe


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Pieter and Linda" <pieters at pt.lu>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 3:18 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads


>I am looking to buy a Alloy Head for my 3000. The usual suppliers have
> them and the price varies by a few hundred pound. Anybody have any
> recommendations or warnings?
> thanks
> Pieter

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Thu Oct 15 18:42:39 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:42:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080><1836114825.1231531255629181032.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net><743b1e2f0910151524i5c2778c6m89833700b5f61248@mail.gmail.com>
	<471534970910151622i2b3baa28g4f2640f5c4f3148d@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <931377CA53C7418E96C0B95B7AC3B75D@LIFEBOOK>

If anybody views this car can they please record all the numbers, colours 
etc. for the Hundred Registry and send them to me?

many thanks,

Rich Chrysler
North American Hundred Registrar

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jody Kerr" <jodyfkerr at gmail.com>
To: "Patton Dickson" <57healey at gmail.com>
Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:22 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred


> If anyone is serious about aquiring the car I would be happy to go
> inspect it for them and take an unnecessary number of photos.
>
> Jody
>
> -- 
> http://www.theymightberacing.com/
> 1953 Studebaker Champion
> 1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
> 1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
> 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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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 18:58:54 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:58:54 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <471534970910151622i2b3baa28g4f2640f5c4f3148d@mail.gmail.com>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>
	<1836114825.1231531255629181032.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
	<743b1e2f0910151524i5c2778c6m89833700b5f61248@mail.gmail.com>
	<471534970910151622i2b3baa28g4f2640f5c4f3148d@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910151758v7aaad445g5c30ffde70527a0a@mail.gmail.com>

Pinto engine aside she looks pretty good.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 7:22 AM, Jody Kerr <jodyfkerr at gmail.com> wrote:

> If anyone is serious about aquiring the car I would be happy to go
> inspect it for them and take an unnecessary number of photos.
>
> Jody

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Thu Oct 15 19:13:03 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:13:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Rocker arm bushing oil holes
In-Reply-To: <0675EF71C3724464B7C557DF3273D3E3@tm>
References: <0675EF71C3724464B7C557DF3273D3E3@tm>
Message-ID: <005201ca4dfd$d0019630$7004c290$@com>

I don't know how others do it but this is my procedure.
First orient the bush with the oil grove correctly positioned i.e. check the
originals that you are replacing. The groove is longer than 180 degrees so
must be the correct way around with the ungrooved section at the top.
There are 2 holes in the bush. One feeds oil to the adjuster ball and the
other goes to the spray jet. The hole to the adjuster is at one end of the
bush groove, this must be drilled before the bush is installed.
I do this with a 1/8" drill after center punching its location on the
outside of the bush; it's position is not very critical as long as it lines
up with the drilling in the rocker when the bush is pressed in.
I then press the bush in then mount the rocker in a drill press vice and
drill the second hole in the bush (1/16" dia as I recall) by drilling down
through the spray jet from the top.
Once that is done I have a reamer and mounting jig to ream them to size on
my lathe. 
I can do a set in about 3 hours...Be careful not to break off the 1/16"
drill in the rocker :-(
Easy as cake...piece of pie!!

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 4:50 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Rocker arm bushing oil holes

I seem to remember I read somewhere that these holes should be drilled in
some specific way - could anyone remind me?

Best Regards, Tadek

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 19:16:54 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:16:54 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910151816m29ef7acat8a76440bbedeffab@mail.gmail.com>

John -

Actually not true.

I think the ones from SC Parts are cast by SC Parts, and then Dennis Welch
has another casting which they (apparently) sell through different channels.

I have hear one is comparatively better than the other, but I don't know
which is which.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 8:25 AM, John Rowe <jarowe at westnet.com.au> wrote:

> I think you will find that they are all made in the same factory.
>
> A friend here in Perth just bought a head from AH Spares and it came with
> DenisWelch cast in it.
>
> cheers from west oz
>
> John Rowe

From leavcast at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 19:29:19 2009
From: leavcast at gmail.com (George)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:29:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080><1836114825.1231531255629181032.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net><743b1e2f0910151524i5c2778c6m89833700b5f61248@mail.gmail.com><471534970910151622i2b3baa28g4f2640f5c4f3148d@mail.gmail.com>
	<931377CA53C7418E96C0B95B7AC3B75D@LIFEBOOK>
Message-ID: <8A6A9D970E374DD2B5996F32DCC86726@desktop>

I have emailed the owner.  Waiting to hear back.

I am in Flagstaff and will go take a look after I hear from him.

George Castleberry

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rich C" <richchrysler at quickclic.net>
To: "Jody Kerr" <jodyfkerr at gmail.com>; "Patton Dickson" <57healey at gmail.com>
Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 5:42 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred


> If anybody views this car can they please record all the numbers, colours 
> etc. for the Hundred Registry and send them to me?
>
> many thanks,
>
> Rich Chrysler
> North American Hundred Registrar
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Jody Kerr" <jodyfkerr at gmail.com>
> To: "Patton Dickson" <57healey at gmail.com>
> Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:22 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
>
>
>> If anyone is serious about aquiring the car I would be happy to go
>> inspect it for them and take an unnecessary number of photos.
>>
>> Jody
>>
>> -- 
>> http://www.theymightberacing.com/
>> 1953 Studebaker Champion
>> 1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
>> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
>> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
>> 1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
>> http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on 
>> ebay!
>>
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>> from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent
>> disinclination to do so."
>> --Douglas Adams
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From glemon at neb.rr.com  Thu Oct 15 19:43:46 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:43:46 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <471534970910151034u172dcc59s7676424f47bcfdd7@mail.gmail.com>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>
	<471534970910151034u172dcc59s7676424f47bcfdd7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <01C84667F59D4FEBA00D18593ACBE52D@GregPC>

Actually that is one of the nicest 100s I have seen for less than $5000 or 
so in many years, looks pretty straight and complete despite the motor. 
Some poor sap looking for a 100 on the internet that they could afford for 
years probably missed it because the dude selling it mispelled "Healey"  (I 
always search on "Healey" Austin gives too many hits) I would bet with the 
list publicity it gets sold pretty fast.

Greg Lemon

From tomleavy at comcast.net  Thu Oct 15 20:19:58 2009
From: tomleavy at comcast.net (tomleavy at comcast.net)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:19:58 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey- Triumph Stag F/S
Message-ID: <644258603.5580851255659598722.JavaMail.root@sz0089a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

I have listed my Stag for sale on Ebay, if anyone be interested. Thinning the herd to go racing! 


Regards, Tom 

From keithbailey5 at bigpond.com  Thu Oct 15 21:35:02 2009
From: keithbailey5 at bigpond.com (Keith Bailey)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:35:02 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
Message-ID: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell>

Hi All
        I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
race way in August next year 2010
        I presume some of you have attendes these events in past years.As I am
traveling from Australia is the experience
        worth a trip of that distance I would like to read your comments

        Keith
        BT7
        BN1

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Oct 15 22:26:35 2009
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:26:35 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
In-Reply-To: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell>
References: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell>
Message-ID: <7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F9338@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>

G'day Keith

I travelled from Australia last year to both. What would you like to know?

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Keith Bailey
Sent: Friday, 16 October 2009 2:35 PM
To: Healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey

Hi All
        I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
race way in August next year 2010
        I presume some of you have attendes these events in past years.As I
am
traveling from Australia is the experience
        worth a trip of that distance I would like to read your comments

        Keith
        BT7
        BN1
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Oct 15 22:35:54 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:35:54 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
In-Reply-To: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell>
References: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910152135u6ef066ebj5070e64e37488e06@mail.gmail.com>

Keith -

Pebble Beach and Laguna Seca are some of the most impressive things you will
ever see.  Similar to Goodwood, Pebble & Laguna Seca is impressive simply
for the sheer insane value of all the cars, and Laguna Seca is crazy because
of the very wealthy crazy people who race their million dollar classics like
they were a beater Mk 3 Sprite!  Pebble Beach is a great place to see very
special cars and one offs, Bugattis, Hispano Suizas, early rolls, and you
will see hollywood stars walking around the fields

Carmel/Monterrey is also very beautiful, worthwhile to camp in the area, go
down to Big Sur or even San Luis Obispo & Pismo Beach.  Of course you can
also stay in San Franscisco my home town.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 11:35 AM, Keith Bailey <keithbailey5 at bigpond.com>wrote:

> Hi All
>        I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
> race way in August next year 2010
>        I presume some of you have attendes these events in past years.As I
> am
> traveling from Australia is the experience
>        worth a trip of that distance I would like to read your comments
>
>        Keith
>        BT7
>        BN1
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Oct 16 01:03:45 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:03:45 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
In-Reply-To: <7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F9338@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>
References: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell>
	<7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F9338@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910160003i55648e30j32a9742503c29cc9@mail.gmail.com>

Patrick -

I went to Google maps to see the driving directions of how you arrived at
Laguna Seca:

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=sydney,+australia&daddr=laguna+seca,+california&hl=en&geocode=&mra=ls&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.152749,114.169922&ie=UTF8&z=3

<Link only for Ed:>
http://tinyurl.com/ylclmtu

Did you drive the BN3 or the Healey to California?  How does the BN3 work in
water?

Thanks,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 12:26 PM, Quinn, Patrick <
Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au> wrote:

> G'day Keith
>
> I travelled from Australia last year to both. What would you like to know?
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:
> healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Keith Bailey
> Sent: Friday, 16 October 2009 2:35 PM
> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
>
> Hi All
>        I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
> race way in August next year 2010
>        I presume some of you have attendes these events in past years.As I
> am
> traveling from Australia is the experience
>        worth a trip of that distance I would like to read your comments
>
>        Keith
>        BT7
>        BN1
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct 16 02:13:43 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:13:43 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <01C84667F59D4FEBA00D18593ACBE52D@GregPC>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>
	<471534970910151034u172dcc59s7676424f47bcfdd7@mail.gmail.com>
	<01C84667F59D4FEBA00D18593ACBE52D@GregPC>
Message-ID: <4AD82B37.8040903@chello.nl>

As it already has got a non standard engine it would be a nice car to 
drop in a RoverV8 or a Nissan/Datsun straight six engine (which is 
possibly based on the Austin straight six as Datsun originally assembled 
Austins and their later own designs had a close technical resemblance).
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Greg Lemon schreef:
> Actually that is one of the nicest 100s I have seen for less than 
> $5000 or so in many years, looks pretty straight and complete despite 
> the motor. Some poor sap looking for a 100 on the internet that they 
> could afford for years probably missed it because the dude selling it 
> mispelled "Healey"  (I always search on "Healey" Austin gives too many 
> hits) I would bet with the list publicity it gets sold pretty fast.
>
> Greg Lemon
> _______________________________________________
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Oct 16 03:10:31 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:10:31 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <4AD82B37.8040903@chello.nl>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080>
	<471534970910151034u172dcc59s7676424f47bcfdd7@mail.gmail.com>
	<01C84667F59D4FEBA00D18593ACBE52D@GregPC> <4AD82B37.8040903@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910160210v7e6a3dbo6efe71ed1f0e1109@mail.gmail.com>

Kees -

The Datsun 240/Fairlady motor is a different Datsun only design, but the
manifolds will take SU 1.75" and 2" carbs.  In the 1980s in California it
was impossible to find HD8 carbs from the local autojumble because every
Datsun 240 hack had pilfered the BJ8 carbs.  It took me at least 3 years of
searching until I found the set on my BJ8.

Actually the old Datsun 1500/1600 was a Datsun design motor also, I believe,
but the gearbox mounts were designed to fit up to Austin/MG gearboxes.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 4:13 PM, Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl> wrote:

> As it already has got a non standard engine it would be a nice car to drop
> in a RoverV8 or a Nissan/Datsun straight six engine (which is possibly based
> on the Austin straight six as Datsun originally assembled Austins and their
> later own designs had a close technical resemblance).
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL

From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Fri Oct 16 04:07:07 2009
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 21:07:07 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910160210v7e6a3dbo6efe71ed1f0e1109@mail.gmail.com>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080><471534970910151034u172dcc59s7676424f47bcfdd7@mail.gmail.com><01C84667F59D4FEBA00D18593ACBE52D@GregPC>
	<4AD82B37.8040903@chello.nl>
	<ff59076c0910160210v7e6a3dbo6efe71ed1f0e1109@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5CBF515A99744E49B58754B67297B37C@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day

If anyone is interested in the connection between Austin and Nissan there is
an article at:

http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/austinnissan.html

I wrote it a few years back. I will say that there is a question of the
extent of involvement of Albrecht Goertz in the design of the Datsun 240Z.

There is a strong connection between Austin and Nissan, to such an extent
that Nissan was making Austins under licence.

The Nissan straight-six was not derived from any Austin engine, but from the
Prince engine that first saw light of day in the Prince Skyline GT. Nissan
later purchased Prince and developed the engine for the 240Z.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia 

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Friday, 16 October 2009 8:11 PM
To: Oudesluys
Cc: Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred

Kees -

The Datsun 240/Fairlady motor is a different Datsun only design, but the
manifolds will take SU 1.75" and 2" carbs.  In the 1980s in California it
was impossible to find HD8 carbs from the local autojumble because every
Datsun 240 hack had pilfered the BJ8 carbs.  It took me at least 3 years of
searching until I found the set on my BJ8.

Actually the old Datsun 1500/1600 was a Datsun design motor also, I believe,
but the gearbox mounts were designed to fit up to Austin/MG gearboxes.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 4:13 PM, Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl> wrote:

> As it already has got a non standard engine it would be a nice car to drop
> in a RoverV8 or a Nissan/Datsun straight six engine (which is possibly
based
> on the Austin straight six as Datsun originally assembled Austins and
their
> later own designs had a close technical resemblance).
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Fri Oct 16 04:16:56 2009
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 06:16:56 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910160003i55648e30j32a9742503c29cc9@mail.gmail.com>
References: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell>
	<7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F9338@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>
	<ff59076c0910160003i55648e30j32a9742503c29cc9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AD84818.8000800@earthlink.net>

Must have been a big kayak to carry either Healey -instructions 61, 124 
and 138.

Alan Seigrist wrote:
> Patrick -
> 
> I went to Google maps to see the driving directions of how you arrived at
> Laguna Seca:
> 
> http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=sydney,+australia&daddr=laguna+seca,+california&hl=en&geocode=&mra=ls&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.152749,114.169922&ie=UTF8&z=3
> 
> <Link only for Ed:>
> http://tinyurl.com/ylclmtu
> 
> Did you drive the BN3 or the Healey to California?  How does the BN3 work in
> water?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Alan
> 
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
> 
> 
> On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 12:26 PM, Quinn, Patrick <
> Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au> wrote:
> 
>> G'day Keith
>>
>> I travelled from Australia last year to both. What would you like to know?
>>
>> Hoo Roo
>>
>> Patrick Quinn
>> Sydney, Australia
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:
>> healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
>> On Behalf Of Keith Bailey
>> Sent: Friday, 16 October 2009 2:35 PM
>> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
>> Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
>>
>> Hi All
>>        I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
>> race way in August next year 2010
>>        I presume some of you have attendes these events in past years.As I
>> am
>> traveling from Australia is the experience
>>        worth a trip of that distance I would like to read your comments
>>
>>        Keith
>>        BT7
>>        BN1
>> Healeys at autox.team.net
>> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>>
>> You are subscribed as patrick.quinn at det.nsw.edu.au
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From greylinn at ozemail.com.au  Fri Oct 16 04:24:08 2009
From: greylinn at ozemail.com.au (Peter Linn)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:24:08 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <4AD82B37.8040903@chello.nl>
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	<4AD82B37.8040903@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <6C6B1E343FAF4F7BADA39D5290186940@PeterPC>

G'day

My BN1 with the Holden (GM) V6 was originally intended to have a Rover V8 
but I understand that was bit to tight a fit, hence the V6 (which fits 
nicely). I've seen one with a Mitsubishi V6, and another with a Nissan twin 
cam 4 in NZ.

Incidentally, we're all inclined to throw up our hands in horror (me 
included) at "foreign" engines  - but when the Austin 4 was going out of 
production, and had one of the above been available, what would DMH have 
done (if he wasn't tied to Austin)? Look at the Nash deal for example. The 
above V6, for example, is lighter and more compact than the Austin 4, goes 
in really with only the mountings changed, and produces 165bhp! That's why I 
decided eventually to stick with it (it also has, horrors, an auto gearbox! 
But my wife only drives auto, and I can't drive both at once!)

Cheers

Peter Linn
BN1 222490 Ward Spl coupe (original motor)
BN1 223926 Holden V6

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Oudesluys" <coudesluijs at chello.nl>
To: "Greg Lemon" <glemon at neb.rr.com>
Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 6:13 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred


> As it already has got a non standard engine it would be a nice car to drop 
> in a RoverV8 or a Nissan/Datsun straight six engine (which is possibly 
> based on the Austin straight six as Datsun originally assembled Austins 
> and their later own designs had a close technical resemblance).
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
>
> Greg Lemon schreef:
>> Actually that is one of the nicest 100s I have seen for less than $5000 
>> or so in many years, looks pretty straight and complete despite the 
>> motor. Some poor sap looking for a 100 on the internet that they could 
>> afford for years probably missed it because the dude selling it mispelled 
>> "Healey"  (I always search on "Healey" Austin gives too many hits) I 
>> would bet with the list publicity it gets sold pretty fast.
>>
>> Greg Lemon
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From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Fri Oct 16 06:33:00 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:33:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
Message-ID: <BAY124-W16E741516272EF4CC4D3FBD4C40@phx.gbl>

Does anyone know if there is a list of Austin Healey (BMC) dealers in the US
from the 50's and 60's?  I know, from the Heritage Certificate, my 1957 was
delivered to Settle Washington.  Would love to be able to indentify the
possible dealership that sold it new.  Or is it not that easy?  Thanks, Shawn

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."



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From gaagten at hetnet.nl  Fri Oct 16 06:59:20 2009
From: gaagten at hetnet.nl (ge)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:59:20 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
References: <48720d20910150908x223dd476m89554285aa8c096e@mail.gmail.com>
	<471534970910151032r523729abofb2640c89d5efea9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <FA93BFDA9D4547E2A5C190E5396B3097@PC1>

Hello forum,
I am trying to contact Mike Lempert from Lempert Wheel. Have sent e-mails, 
no answer.
tried this week to phone different days and times but only answering 
service.
Is there anybody there who knows what is going on????
Regards,
Gi Aagten
BJ8
The Netherlands
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jody Kerr" <jodyfkerr at gmail.com>
To: "Jack Feldman" <qualitas.jack at gmail.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 7:32 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book


> Well, I think we created a run on the book at Amazon, and the only
> copies left are the ridiculously priced ones. :)
>
> Book information:
>
> Title: How to repair your Foreign Car: a guide for the beginner, your
> wife, and the mechanically inept
> Author: Dick O'Kane
> ISBN-10: 0385015283
> ISBN-13: 978-0385015288
> LC Cataloging #: 68-12158
> Publisher: Doubleday (January 1968)
>
> This sum of information should allow you to track down the book. The
> ISBN-10 is the old ISBN number (International Standard Book Number),
> the ISBN-13 is the modern ISBN Number. The LC Cataloging # is the
> Library of Congress cataloging code and is used universally in
> libraries within the United states.
>
> I could bore you all to tears with all sorts of additional
> information, but that's what you get when you ask a librarian (or at
> least someone who used to be one) for information about a book.
> Googling the ISBN # returns a pile of results:
> http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4ACGW_enUS332US333&q=isbn+0385015283+
>
> Jody
>
> -- 
> http://www.theymightberacing.com/
> 1953 Studebaker Champion
> 1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
> 1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
> http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/jodyfkerr <--I'm selling parts on 
> ebay!
>
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> from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent
> disinclination to do so."
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Fri Oct 16 07:33:29 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:33:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W16E741516272EF4CC4D3FBD4C40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W16E741516272EF4CC4D3FBD4C40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <00f101ca4e65$3fcb1e20$bf615a60$@net>

Why not ask Norman Nock. He worked for a Healey dealer in the 50's and I
believe was also one at some point. He was and still is on the West Coast so
he may know who else there was a dealer..

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of S and T Miller
Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 8:33 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US

Does anyone know if there is a list of Austin Healey (BMC) dealers in the US
from the 50's and 60's?  I know, from the Heritage Certificate, my 1957 was
delivered to Settle Washington.  Would love to be able to indentify the
possible dealership that sold it new.  Or is it not that easy?  Thanks,
Shawn

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct 16 07:35:59 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:35:59 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <471534970910151254o3b7d6526m5dbb90b7ef14dfd6@mail.gmail.com>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
	<4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W1744BD909AF8D4168B2D2FB8C40@phx.gbl>

There might not be a 'huge' demand for it though?  Just a bigger demand from
list members than availability at reasonable prices at the moment.  Buying a
copy now at $221 or whatever it is, might mean you're keeping the book because
when you turn around to sell it you might find out that $15 + shipping is the
going rate again. ( In my Groucho voive: Why you have to "turn around" to sell
it is beyond me though!  ;) )



RD

> Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:54:48 -0700
>
> Fair use would allow for anything up to a chapter of the book to be
> reproduced for educational purposes. Anything more than that would
> violate copyright.
>
> Of course, you could just accidentlaly let the Chinese know there's a
> huge market for the book and you'll be finding knock offs available on
> the market in 2 weeks.
>
> On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 12:18 PM, Charlie Baldwin <mgcharlie at comcast.net>
> wrote:
> > Anyone know what the legal ramifications of making copies of an old book
> > like this and distributing them?
> > Perhaps it would matter if it is done for profit or not?
> > It isn't that large a book and it would be fairly easy.
> > Charlie
> > BTW I would think that this is a book to keep, both for its reference
> > value, but also for its humor.

From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Fri Oct 16 08:01:56 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:01:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W16E741516272EF4CC4D3FBD4C40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W16E741516272EF4CC4D3FBD4C40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <866139.90101.qm@web110314.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Why wouldn't you contact Britsport; they,if anyone, should know or know
someone who does:  info at britsportofseattle.com
________________________________
From: S and T Miller <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Sent: Fri, October 16, 2009 8:33:00 AM
Subject:
[Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US

Does anyone know if there is a list of
Austin Healey (BMC) dealers in the US
from the 50's and 60's?  I know, from
the Heritage Certificate, my 1957 was
delivered to Seattle Washington.  Would
love to be able to indentify the
possible dealership that sold it new. 

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Fri Oct 16 08:28:13 2009
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins )
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:28:13 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
Message-ID: <BLU117-DS613A892DC82DA84DCC101BFC40@phx.gbl>

Since Pebble Beach concours is only on Sunday and the "best" racing at LaGuna
is also on the same day, plan to either do LaGuna on Saturday and/or Friday or
the prior weekend at the "prehistorics" and hit different venues/shows/drives
during that week.
It is a period not to be missed if you are any kind of car guy.
Richard of KY
60 BN7
------Original Message------
From: Keith Bailey
To: Healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
Sent: Oct 15, 2009 22:35

Hi All
         I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
 race way in August next year 2010
         I presume some of you have attendes these events in past years.As I
am
 traveling from Australia is the experience
         worth a trip of that distance I would like to read your comments

         Keith
         BT7
         BN1
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From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Fri Oct 16 08:31:57 2009
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:31:57 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
Message-ID: <751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>

John,

Here's what I know.  SC developed the first alloy head some years ago and it
was a good design but not perfect.

Mark Lambert of Tennessee, the Healey Club Technical adviser did an
evaluation of the four cylinder head and was quite impressed.  He wrote an
article on the head plus I visited him at his shop and he briefed me on the
results.as follows...

- Normal power band on stock BN1/2 with iron head is 2500-3500 RPM.  Power
band with alloy head is now 2200-4200 RPM.  Double.

- Where you could barely get two fingers into the air passages with the iron
head, you can get a golf ball through the passages in the alloy one.  Much
better breathing, which was the whole idea of the re-design.

- Mark claimed from his testing that a stock BN1/2 with the alloy head
(standard H4 carbs) would out perform a *standard* 100M or Le Mans converted
100, i.e. no ported and polished head, no headers, etc.  The bigger H6 carbs
were just trying to force more air through an already restricted air
passages in the iron head.

Now on to Denis Welch.  I spoke with Denis some years ago about his alloy
head and here is what he told me...  Initially he used the same head from
the same foundry where SC had their head made.  He found the head deficient
in several areas.  He worked with this foundry and had his own head made up
to his specifications.  Same basic head but with Denis Welch modifications,
plus DW offers three versions (standard, fast road, and full race.)

FWIW, there is no deduction for using the alloy head in Concours judging,
provided it's painted.  Externally it's identical down to the original
Westlake patent numbers cast into the head.

Lastly, in my opinion, there are two types of original iron head.  Those
that HAVE cracked and those that WILL crack.

Cheers,

Curt Arndt - AH Concours Committee
Carlsbad, CA
'55 BN1, '60 AN5 :{) '06 Cooper S

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Fri Oct 16 08:33:09 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:33:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W16E741516272EF4CC4D3FBD4C40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W16E741516272EF4CC4D3FBD4C40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <006f01ca4e6d$9540bc90$bfc235b0$@rr.com>

Hi,
I've attached a list of BMC dealers in Washington state.  There is no clear
date on this list, but the document it comes from has on the front page 20M
11 59, so that may be a date.

Be aware that the BMIHT certificates identify the Port of Entry of the car,
but the actual selling location may be in another state.  I suppose it
depended on where the demand was for the cars at the time it entered the
country.  For example, my BJ8 entered at Charleston, South Carolina but it
sold to its first owner at a dealer in Raleigh, North Carolina -- another
state and 300 miles away.  I just came across another BJ8 that entered at
Jacksonville, Florida and sold new in Tennessee.

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

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of S and T Miller
Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 8:33 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US

Does anyone know if there is a list of Austin Healey (BMC) dealers in the US
from the 50's and 60's?  I know, from the Heritage Certificate, my 1957 was
delivered to Settle Washington.  Would love to be able to indentify the
possible dealership that sold it new.  Or is it not that easy?  Thanks,
Shawn

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of BMC dealers in Washington.jpg]

From grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net  Fri Oct 16 08:55:05 2009
From: grumpyinloomis at ssctv.net (Jerry Costanzo)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:55:05 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
References: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell>
Message-ID: <005601ca4e70$a629a050$0300a8c0@cardinalhealth.net>

Don't forget to see one of the Lemons races while you are here.  they are 
very funny.   Any you might see our car!   We only lasted 2 hours at last 
years race!

http://www.24hoursoflemons.com/

Jerry
BN4
BJ8
1988 Toyota Celica all trac (lemons, car)
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Keith Bailey" <keithbailey5 at bigpond.com>
To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 8:35 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey


> Hi All
>        I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
> race way in August next year 2010
>        I presume some of you have attendes these events in past years.As I 
> am
> traveling from Australia is the experience
>        worth a trip of that distance I would like to read your comments
>
>        Keith
>        BT7
>        BN1
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From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Fri Oct 16 09:25:27 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:25:27 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
Message-ID: <B1D57F57-010A-4BDE-90D8-C3BB91FCC9F2@sbcglobal.net>

Like I said I have not compared the SC and DW aloy 6 cylinder head.

But the 4 cylinder heads are very different.

So I would assume the the 6 cylinder heads also are very different

David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
..
..

On Oct 15, 2009, at 5:25 PM, John Rowe wrote:

> I think you will find that they are all made in the same factory.
>
> A friend here in Perth just bought a head from AH Spares and it  
> came with DenisWelch cast in it.
>
> cheers from west oz
>
> John Rowe
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pieter and Linda" <pieters at pt.lu>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 3:18 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
>
>
>> I am looking to buy a Alloy Head for my 3000. The usual suppliers  
>> have
>> them and the price varies by a few hundred pound. Anybody have any
>> recommendations or warnings?
>> thanks
>> Pieter
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From Bob.Engdahl at bnsnet.com  Fri Oct 16 09:40:24 2009
From: Bob.Engdahl at bnsnet.com (Bob Engdahl)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:40:24 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Lempert wheels
Message-ID: <D120D8D06476E945A128FC25DBADB57242604F9C5D@AURORA.BNS.local>

Hello forum,

I am trying to contact Mike Lempert from Lempert Wheel. Have sent e-mails, no
answer.

tried this week to phone different days and times but only answering service.

Is there anybody there who knows what is going on????

Regards,

Gi Aagten

BJ8

The Netherlands



I, too, cannot get in touch with Mike Lempert. There is no response to emails
nor phone calls for the last month.


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From autofarm at cyg.net  Fri Oct 16 09:52:30 2009
From: autofarm at cyg.net (Bob Yule)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:52:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
References: <48720d20910150908x223dd476m89554285aa8c096e@mail.gmail.com><471534970910151032r523729abofb2640c89d5efea9@mail.gmail.com>
	<FA93BFDA9D4547E2A5C190E5396B3097@PC1>
Message-ID: <EDD2FC4A0151473DB9FD55814B7CFD7A@OFFICE>

    I am having exactly the same experience.  It is very frustrating, since 
we already have product sold that we can't get any information on.
Cheers.......Bob
Check out our web site www.autofarm.net
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "ge" <gaagten at hetnet.nl>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 8:59 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book


> Hello forum,
> I am trying to contact Mike Lempert from Lempert Wheel. Have sent e-mails,
> no answer.
> tried this week to phone different days and times but only answering
> service.
> Is there anybody there who knows what is going on????
> Regards,
> Gi Aagten
> BJ8
> The Netherlands

From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Fri Oct 16 10:20:03 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:20:03 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <B1D57F57-010A-4BDE-90D8-C3BB91FCC9F2@sbcglobal.net>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
	<B1D57F57-010A-4BDE-90D8-C3BB91FCC9F2@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <DB499296-F400-487D-BF2D-DB882D180A55@bornet.net>

The biggest differences between the two six cyl heads are: the SC one  
has cast in "figure of eight" valve seats and the core plug is  
threaded. Whereas the DW head has normal seperate shrunk in seats and  
a normal core plug.

Magnus Karlsson
Sweden


16 okt 2009 kl. 17.25 skrev David Nock <healeydoc at sbcglobal.net>:

> Like I said I have not compared the SC and DW aloy 6 cylinder head.
>
> But the 4 cylinder heads are very different.
>
> So I would assume the the 6 cylinder heads also are very different
>
> David Nock
> British Car Specialists
> Stockton Ca 95205
> 209-948-8767
>
> www.britishcarspecialists.com
> ..
> ..
>
> On Oct 15, 2009, at 5:25 PM, John Rowe wrote:
>
>> I think you will find that they are all made in the same factory.
>>
>> A friend here in Perth just bought a head from AH Spares and it
>> came with DenisWelch cast in it.
>>
>> cheers from west oz
>>
>> John Rowe
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pieter and Linda" <pieters at pt.lu>
>> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 3:18 AM
>> Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
>>
>>
>>> I am looking to buy a Alloy Head for my 3000. The usual suppliers
>>> have
>>> them and the price varies by a few hundred pound. Anybody have any
>>> recommendations or warnings?
>>> thanks
>>> Pieter
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From bighealey at charter.net  Fri Oct 16 11:17:25 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:17:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W16E741516272EF4CC4D3FBD4C40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <CDD3D1F16A634024B888C1ADBC094B72@TRACY>

Check Qvale (SF British Motors) You might also be interested in the book "I
Never Look Back" by Qvale.  A very interesting read about early foreign car
sales and partnerships with Joe Huffaker racing.

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

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Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 5:33 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US

Does anyone know if there is a list of Austin Healey (BMC) dealers in the US
from the 50's and 60's?  I know, from the Heritage Certificate, my 1957 was
delivered to Settle Washington.  Would love to be able to indentify the
possible dealership that sold it new.  Or is it not that easy?  Thanks,
Shawn

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."



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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Fri Oct 16 12:53:38 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:53:38 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Lempert wheels
In-Reply-To: <mailman.19.1255716002.5450.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <0116F724D0984043B2F0959F6BB3B88F@tm>

I spoke to Mike maybe 2 weeks ago - his is (was) there alright, but was also
difficult to reach him on the phone

Best, Tadek

From michael at mcassociatesinc.com  Fri Oct 16 13:28:13 2009
From: michael at mcassociatesinc.com (Michael Couch)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:28:13 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
Message-ID: <451858EFAE0C44968857807036913ACA@MCOUCHOFFICE>

I found a copy of the O'Kane book on Amazon.UK.  They will not ship to the
US but I had it shipped to a colleague in the UK who will send to me by
company post.

 

Mike Couch

Pittsburgh

BN2

AN2

AN7

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Fri Oct 16 13:37:40 2009
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:37:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Head
Message-ID: <751d05480910161237v4bfc0045g7e3056fb621864b@mail.gmail.com>

Hi Listers,

I don't know if my first response went out on the list so here it is again.
Apologies if this is a repeat.

Remember my comments are only with regard to the 100 head and i can't speak
on the six-cylinder version.

Curt

*On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 7:31 AM, Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com>wrote:
*

John,

Here's what I know.  SC developed the first alloy head some years ago and it
was a good design but not perfect.

Mark Lambert of Tennessee, the Healey Club Technical adviser did an
evaluation of the four cylinder head and was quite impressed.  He wrote an
article on the head plus I visited him at his shop and he briefed me on the
results are as follows...

- Normal power band on stock BN1/2 with iron head is 2500-3500 RPM.  Power
band with alloy head is now 2200-4200 RPM.  Double.

- Where you could barely get two fingers into the air passages with the iron
head, you can get a golf ball through the passages in the alloy one.  Much
better breathing, which was the whole idea of the re-design.

- Mark claimed from his testing that a stock BN1/2 with the alloy head
(standard H4 carbs) would out perform a *standard* 100M or Le Mans converted
100, i.e. no ported and polished head, no headers, etc.  The bigger H6 carbs
were just trying to force more air through an already restricted air
passages in the iron head.

Now on to Denis Welch.  I spoke with Denis some years ago about his alloy
head and here is what he told me...  Initially he used the same head from
the same foundry where SC had their head made.  He found the head deficient
in several areas.  He worked with this foundry and had his own head made up
to his specifications.  Same basic head but with Denis Welch modifications,
plus DW offers three versions (standard, fast road, and full race.)

FWIW, there is no deduction for using the alloy head in Concours judging,
provided it's painted.  Externally it's identical down to the original
Westlake patent numbers cast into the head.

Lastly, in my opinion, there are two types of original iron head.  Those
that HAVE cracked and those that WILL crack.

Cheers,

Curt Arndt - AH Concours Committee
Carlsbad, CA
'55 BN1, '60 AN5 :{) '06 Cooper S

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Fri Oct 16 13:40:04 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:40:04 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50@phx.gbl>
References: <bd5.4ed862f6.37fe3b80@aol.com>
	<12255709-798A-4F48-AB02-71B5E897DF4B@gmail.com>
	<471534970910141651x6636774fu43fa3ce4dc2b8b78@mail.gmail.com>
	<BAY112-W359CB4466EE1A1D2E0538FB8C50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910161240o75853edblcba8ef7faa17d5c9@mail.gmail.com>

FTR I will under cut that guy's price by $50,012.00A quick quarter of a mill
can have my copy.  And I will throw in free shipping.
Rick

On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 6:23 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> You guys really drove the price up on the copies available though:
>
>
>
> http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/9780385015288
>
>
>
>
>
> > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:51:58 -0700
> > From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com
> > To: ahbn6 at verizon.net
> > CC: Editorgary at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
> > Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
> >
> > My copy just arrived in today's post.
> >
> > I've been laughing for the past 1/2 hour. Not only is it very
> > humorous, but one of the best diagnostic descriptions I've ever read.
> >
> > Thanks for the recommendation!
> >
> > Jody
> >
> > On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 1:48 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:
> > > Cut it out. I bought it off of Amazon last night and now you are
> forcing
> me
> > > to sit at the mail box waiting for it.
> > >
> > > John Sims, BN6
> > > Aberdeen, NJ
> > >
> > > http://www.healey6.com
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> > > On Behalf Of Richard Ewald
> > > Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 4:20 PM
> > > To: Editorgary at aol.com
> > > Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
> > > Subject: Re: [Healeys] O'Kane Book
> > >
> > > Tell you what. If you don't laugh out loud at that book. I'll buy it
> > > from you.
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From greylinn at ozemail.com.au  Fri Oct 16 13:44:19 2009
From: greylinn at ozemail.com.au (Peter Linn)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 05:44:19 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W18F063A4A068BABCF0C24BB8C40@phx.gbl>
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080><471534970910151034u172dcc59s7676424f47bcfdd7@mail.gmail.com><01C84667F59D4FEBA00D18593ACBE52D@GregPC><4AD82B37.8040903@chello.nl>
	<6C6B1E343FAF4F7BADA39D5290186940@PeterPC>
	<BAY112-W18F063A4A068BABCF0C24BB8C40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <DF947F109BF843CBBABA90EA88CDF79F@PeterPC>

Yes Robert - photo attached. There's a good article on it in Healey Marque
2008. Also (a bit out of date) on Larry Varley's website:

http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/wardspecial.html

Cheers

Peter


  ----- Original Message -----
  From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
  To: greylinn at ozemail.com.au
  Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 10:30 PM
  Subject: RE: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred



  Coupe?

  Picture(s)?


  > From: greylinn at ozemail.com.au
  > To: coudesluijs at chello.nl; glemon at neb.rr.com
  > Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:24:08 +1000
  > CC: healeys at autox.team.net
  > Subject: Re: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
  >
  > G'day
  >
  > My BN1 with the Holden (GM) V6 was originally intended to have a Rover V8
  > but I understand that was bit to tight a fit, hence the V6 (which fits
  > nicely). I've seen one with a Mitsubishi V6, and another with a Nissan
twin
  > cam 4 in NZ.
  >
  > Incidentally, we're all inclined to throw up our hands in horror (me
  > included) at "foreign" engines - but when the Austin 4 was going out of
  > production, and had one of the above been available, what would DMH have
  > done (if he wasn't tied to Austin)? Look at the Nash deal for example. The
  > above V6, for example, is lighter and more compact than the Austin 4, goes
  > in really with only the mountings changed, and produces 165bhp! That's why
I
  > decided eventually to stick with it (it also has, horrors, an auto
gearbox!
  > But my wife only drives auto, and I can't drive both at once!)
  >
  > Cheers
  >
  > Peter Linn
  > BN1 222490 Ward Spl coupe (original motor)
  > BN1 223926 Holden V6

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From Editorgary at aol.com  Fri Oct 16 14:21:55 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:21:55 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Plans for Pebble Beach
Message-ID: <c52.5ca3909a.380a2fe3@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/16/09 3:43:05 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
writes:


>   I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
> race way in August next year 2010
>

Book your hotel accommodations early. Google/Yahoo "Monterey Hotels" and
find one in your price range (they will range from expensive to positively
silly money) and book it early. Check Salinas, CA and Seaside, CA for slightly
less expensive rooms just a few miles outside Monterey (And, in fact, you
can get from Salinas to the track faster than you can from downtown Monterey).
Gilroy is the next closest town, and cheaper yet.

Good luck,
gary

From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Fri Oct 16 14:44:27 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:44:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
In-Reply-To: <008401ca4e90$a6cd4cd0$f467e670$@rr.com>
References: <008401ca4e90$a6cd4cd0$f467e670$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <BAY124-W153A94196E63B7528528D6D4C40@phx.gbl>

Thanks all, for all the great info.  This gives me a generally idea of where
my car could have been sold from new.  Interesting to learn that they could
have been sold really anywhere in the general area.  Thanks again, Shawn

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."




> From: sbyers at ec.rr.com
> To: stmiller96 at hotmail.com
> Subject: FW: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
> Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:44:10 -0400
>
> Sorry, I meant to cc you separately so that you would get the attachment.
>
> Steve Byers
> HBJ8L/36666
> BJ8 Registry
> Havelock, NC
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of BJ8 Healeys
> Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 10:33 AM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
>
> Hi,
> I've attached a list of BMC dealers in Washington state. There is no clear
> date on this list, but the document it comes from has on the front page 20M
> 11 59, so that may be a date.
>
> Be aware that the BMIHT certificates identify the Port of Entry of the car,
> but the actual selling location may be in another state. I suppose it
> depended on where the demand was for the cars at the time it entered the
> country. For example, my BJ8 entered at Charleston, South Carolina but it
> sold to its first owner at a dealer in Raleigh, North Carolina -- another
> state and 300 miles away. I just came across another BJ8 that entered at
> Jacksonville, Florida and sold new in Tennessee.
>
> Happy Healeying!
> Steve Byers
> HBJ8L/36666
> BJ8 Registry
> Havelock, NC
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of S and T Miller
> Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 8:33 AM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Austin Healey dealers in US
>
> Does anyone know if there is a list of Austin Healey (BMC) dealers in the
US
> from the 50's and 60's? I know, from the Heritage Certificate, my 1957 was
> delivered to Settle Washington. Would love to be able to indentify the
> possible dealership that sold it new. Or is it not that easy? Thanks,
> Shawn
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of
> BMC dealers in Washington.jpg]
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From westonkeyes at hotmail.com  Fri Oct 16 15:50:22 2009
From: westonkeyes at hotmail.com (Weston Keyes)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:50:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
Message-ID: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>

Hello Folks,

     I inherited a box of parts that once was a working turn signal
mechanism.(Non adjustable steering) I have put it back together and seem to
have everything except a part that must turn with the steering wheel to spin
the canceling ring. I have a part that looks like
a ring with a fork in it. It is pot metal. It effectively resets the turn
signal once it rotates the opposite way one is turning. I just  can't figure
out what turns it. The parts manual has two un-numbered parts between part
numbers 34 and 35 on plate N5 of the parts manual. Those may be the ones I
missing but I can't figure out how they would attach to the steering wheel.

Any clues??

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine

From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Fri Oct 16 16:45:02 2009
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 09:45:02 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
In-Reply-To: <4AD84818.8000800@earthlink.net>
References: <F7D7567E11B249D4B6C489DCE57D12A4@KeithDell><7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F9338@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win><ff59076c0910160003i55648e30j32a9742503c29cc9@mail.gmail.com>
	<4AD84818.8000800@earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <99AA71E057A94FF4B2536D9BAE8DB463@PatrickQuinnPC>

Actually it was an Air Canada Boeing 777. The only international airliner
with 6 tyres on each landing gear.

Incidentally the Endurance car was trailered to Salt Lake City from
Bonneville, freighted to Montreal and then flown to Zurich in the hold of a
Boeing 777.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

Ps where the BN3 has been since 1974 when I imported it from England.
However I would quite happily bring it to the US if someone wanted to come
up with the $$$$.

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Bob Haskell
Sent: Friday, 16 October 2009 9:17 PM
To: Alan Seigrist
Cc: Healeys at autox.team.net; Quinn,Patrick
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Non Healey

Must have been a big kayak to carry either Healey -instructions 61, 124 
and 138.

Alan Seigrist wrote:
> Patrick -
> 
> I went to Google maps to see the driving directions of how you arrived at
> Laguna Seca:
> 
>
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=sydney,+australia&daddr=lag
una+seca,+california&hl=en&geocode=&mra=ls&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.15
2749,114.169922&ie=UTF8&z=3
> 
> <Link only for Ed:>
> http://tinyurl.com/ylclmtu
> 
> Did you drive the BN3 or the Healey to California?  How does the BN3 work
in
> water?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Alan

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Fri Oct 16 16:53:07 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:53:07 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910161553r29c150a3qc8eb4af7688e22d5@mail.gmail.com>

Wes -

The stator tube is fixed to the front of the steering box, that's what
keeps the whole mechanism still. Only the cancellung ring rotates,
which is fixed to the steering wheel with the grub screws in the
steering wheel hub.

Alan

On 10/17/09, Weston Keyes <westonkeyes at hotmail.com> wrote:
> Hello Folks,
>
>      I inherited a box of parts that once was a working turn signal
> mechanism.(Non adjustable steering) I have put it back together and seem to
> have everything except a part that must turn with the steering wheel to spin
> the canceling ring. I have a part that looks like
> a ring with a fork in it. It is pot metal. It effectively resets the turn
> signal once it rotates the opposite way one is turning. I just  can't figure
> out what turns it. The parts manual has two un-numbered parts between part
> numbers 34 and 35 on plate N5 of the parts manual. Those may be the ones I
> missing but I can't figure out how they would attach to the steering wheel.
>
> Any clues??
>
> Many thanks
>
> Wes Keyes
> York, Maine
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-- 
Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Fri Oct 16 16:57:27 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:57:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <014701ca4eb4$08fae2a0$1af0a7e0$@net>

Go to:

http://www.healey6.com/Technical/Trafficator%20Repairs.pdf

You should find the answer there.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Weston Keyes
Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 5:50 PM
To: Ahealey Ahealey
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question

Hello Folks,

     I inherited a box of parts that once was a working turn signal
mechanism.(Non adjustable steering) I have put it back together and seem to
have everything except a part that must turn with the steering wheel to spin
the canceling ring. I have a part that looks like
a ring with a fork in it. It is pot metal. It effectively resets the turn
signal once it rotates the opposite way one is turning. I just  can't figure
out what turns it. The parts manual has two un-numbered parts between part
numbers 34 and 35 on plate N5 of the parts manual. Those may be the ones I
missing but I can't figure out how they would attach to the steering wheel.

Any clues??

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Fri Oct 16 17:09:18 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:09:18 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Head
In-Reply-To: <751d05480910161237v4bfc0045g7e3056fb621864b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <514716.71149.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Curt, As you seem so sure - WHERE will mine crack????  What will the warning
signs be?????

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Fri, 10/16/09, Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com> wrote:

> From: Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Head
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Friday, October 16, 2009, 12:37 PM
> Hi Listers,
>
> I don't know if my first response went out on the list so
> here it is again.
> Apologies if this is a repeat.
>
> Remember my comments are only with regard to the 100 head
> and i can't speak
> on the six-cylinder version.
>
> Curt
>
> *On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 7:31 AM, Curt/Nancy Arndt
<cnaarndt at gmail.com>wrote:
> *
>
> John,
>
> Here's what I know.  SC developed the first alloy head
> some years ago and it
> was a good design but not perfect.
>
> Mark Lambert of Tennessee, the Healey Club Technical
> adviser did an
> evaluation of the four cylinder head and was quite
> impressed.  He wrote an
> article on the head plus I visited him at his shop and he
> briefed me on the
> results are as follows...
>
> - Normal power band on stock BN1/2 with iron head is
> 2500-3500 RPM.  Power
> band with alloy head is now 2200-4200 RPM.  Double.
>
> - Where you could barely get two fingers into the air
> passages with the iron
> head, you can get a golf ball through the passages in the
> alloy one.  Much
> better breathing, which was the whole idea of the
> re-design.
>
> - Mark claimed from his testing that a stock BN1/2 with the
> alloy head
> (standard H4 carbs) would out perform a *standard* 100M or
> Le Mans converted
> 100, i.e. no ported and polished head, no headers,
> etc.  The bigger H6 carbs
> were just trying to force more air through an already
> restricted air
> passages in the iron head.
>
> Now on to Denis Welch.  I spoke with Denis some years
> ago about his alloy
> head and here is what he told me...  Initially he used
> the same head from
> the same foundry where SC had their head made.  He
> found the head deficient
> in several areas.  He worked with this foundry and had
> his own head made up
> to his specifications.  Same basic head but with Denis
> Welch modifications,
> plus DW offers three versions (standard, fast road, and
> full race.)
>
> FWIW, there is no deduction for using the alloy head in
> Concours judging,
> provided it's painted.  Externally it's identical down
> to the original
> Westlake patent numbers cast into the head.
>
> Lastly, in my opinion, there are two types of original iron
> head.  Those
> that HAVE cracked and those that WILL crack.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Curt Arndt - AH Concours Committee
> Carlsbad, CA
> '55 BN1, '60 AN5 :{) '06 Cooper S
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Fri Oct 16 17:21:44 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:21:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <008501ca4eb7$6d385330$47a8f990$@com>

Hi Wes,
I'm pretty sure that what you are looking for is the washer which fits under
the steering wheel nut. This washer as an arm on it which is bent out and up
so that it engages in the square recess in the die cast cancelling ring.
Oddly it has a slit in it in the area that engages in the cancelling ring
the purpose of which I have never been able to figure out.

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Weston Keyes
Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 5:50 PM
To: Ahealey Ahealey
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question

Hello Folks,

     I inherited a box of parts that once was a working turn signal
mechanism.(Non adjustable steering) I have put it back together and seem to
have everything except a part that must turn with the steering wheel to spin
the canceling ring. I have a part that looks like
a ring with a fork in it. It is pot metal. It effectively resets the turn
signal once it rotates the opposite way one is turning. I just  can't figure
out what turns it. The parts manual has two un-numbered parts between part
numbers 34 and 35 on plate N5 of the parts manual. Those may be the ones I
missing but I can't figure out how they would attach to the steering wheel.

Any clues??

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine

From Gbouff1 at aol.com  Fri Oct 16 17:43:25 2009
From: Gbouff1 at aol.com (Gbouff1 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:43:25 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Just when I thought is was safe....
Message-ID: <bc4.54146a79.380a5f1d@aol.com>

Fellow restorers,
 
I purchased a 1960 BN7 from an acquaintance that was retiring to Florida,  
knowing that the car had a lot of hidden sins and needed a total ground up  
restoration.  He purchased the car 15 years prior and just drove it  as-is.  
I've stripped it down to the last nut and bolt and I'm now in the  process 
of repairing/replacing, well pretty much everything.  I've come  across a 
lot of boneheaded repairs during the process.
 
I thought that I was done with surprises, but....
 
The bottom 4" of each door need to be replaced.  I've gotten somewhat  
handy with a welder and body hammers so I figured that I would make my own patch 
 panels.  I first made a sheet metal template from the original driver 
(left  hand) door as it had no previous body work.  I then reversed it and mated 
 it to the passenger door to see how close the match was.  
 
Guess what?  The passenger door is 1/2" shorter than the driver  door!  My 
best guess, judging by the poor quality of a previous extremely  low budget 
restoration attempt, is that the door wouldn't fit properly and  someone 
just cut off a 1/2" to fit it in the door frame.
 
I guess the doors are going to take a little longer than I expected.
 
Gary Bouffard
Working on my tan by the light of the MIG torch.
 
P.S.   Maybe we should start a thread on the crazy repairs made by  DPOs 
that we have found while restoring our cars.

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Fri Oct 16 17:53:37 2009
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:53:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <014701ca4eb4$08fae2a0$1af0a7e0$@net>
References: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
	<014701ca4eb4$08fae2a0$1af0a7e0$@net>
Message-ID: <4AD90781.90701@earthlink.net>

I think the parts Wes is looking for are only used with the 
non-adjustable steering wheel, so Lin's article isn't going to be much help.

I don't have the parts manual you're referring to, but the main part 
you're missing is a washer with a bent arm.  The washer goes under the 
nut that holds the steering wheel on the column and the bent arm fits in 
the 'fork' of the pot metal ring.  The arm is slotted lengthwise.  Can 
you describe the other part shown in the manual?

Bob

John Sims wrote:
> Go to:
> 
> http://www.healey6.com/Technical/Trafficator%20Repairs.pdf
> 
> You should find the answer there.
> 
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>  
> http://www.healey6.com
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Weston Keyes
> Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 5:50 PM
> To: Ahealey Ahealey
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
> 
> Hello Folks,
> 
>      I inherited a box of parts that once was a working turn signal
> mechanism.(Non adjustable steering) I have put it back together and seem to
> have everything except a part that must turn with the steering wheel to spin
> the canceling ring. I have a part that looks like
> a ring with a fork in it. It is pot metal. It effectively resets the turn
> signal once it rotates the opposite way one is turning. I just  can't figure
> out what turns it. The parts manual has two un-numbered parts between part
> numbers 34 and 35 on plate N5 of the parts manual. Those may be the ones I
> missing but I can't figure out how they would attach to the steering wheel.
> 
> Any clues??
> 
> Many thanks
> 
> Wes Keyes
> York, Maine
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Fri Oct 16 18:11:42 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:11:42 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <008501ca4eb7$6d385330$47a8f990$@com>
References: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
	<008501ca4eb7$6d385330$47a8f990$@com>
Message-ID: <4AD90BBE.2040509@comcast.net>

re:
"Oddly it has a slit in it in the area that engages in the cancelling ring the purpose of which I have never been able 
to figure out."


I've wondered about that, too.  Weight reduction?


bs


Michael Salter wrote:
> Hi Wes,
> I'm pretty sure that what you are looking for is the washer which fits under
> the steering wheel nut. This washer as an arm on it which is bent out and up
> so that it engages in the square recess in the die cast cancelling ring.
> Oddly it has a slit in it in the area that engages in the cancelling ring
> the purpose of which I have never been able to figure out.
> 
> Michael Salter
> http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

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

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

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Fri Oct 16 18:13:23 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:13:23 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Head
Message-ID: <bf6.4138aa03.380a6623@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/16/2009 7:42:02 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
rnbmail at yahoo.com writes:

Curt, As  you seem so sure - WHERE will mine crack????  What will the  
warning
signs be?????
------------------------------------------

Now don't get upset Robert--Curt could be wrong and your head might never  
crack, though the fact that at least two suppliers have gone to all the  
trouble and development expense to make and market aftermarket aluminum heads  
for a car which had a total production run of only 15,000 units, (I am now  
including only the BN1-BN2 Healeys, not Austin applications) perhaps only  
50% of which are still on the road, does say mouthfuls....
 
Most 100 heads crack between 2 and 3.  The warning signs might be  seepage 
under the head.  Or you could simply blow a head gasket:   perhaps a loud 
moise, steam out the exhaust, immediate overheating, no  power.  It will be 
apparent that something radical is wrong!.
 
My 100's head cracked between 1 and 2--in my case I think it was  more a 
matter metal erosion caused by some predetonation and assisted  by some head 
warping as there was a definite lack of  metal across the rather narrow 
bridge. It was not so much a crack as a  piece of metal missing that blew the 
gasket out.  I was about 1500 miles  from home and luckilyh found a good welder 
who built the metal back up with  nickle rods, and after I had the head 
skimmed I made it back home, but I felt  the handwriting was on the wall and 
bought a DW stage 2 head and  matching tubular exhaust.

From schauss at worldnet.att.net  Fri Oct 16 19:41:29 2009
From: schauss at worldnet.att.net (Peter Schauss)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 21:41:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Just when I thought is was safe....
In-Reply-To: <bc4.54146a79.380a5f1d@aol.com>
Message-ID: <20091017014143.BF971187658@autox.team.net>

My BJ7 also has one door shorter than the other.  I did not notice until
someone who was restoring a BJ7 asked me for measurements.  Given the other
things I have seen on this car, I would not be completely surprised if it
had left the factory that way.  I should qualify this by saying that my car
is an "older restoration" and I have no way of knowing how many of the body
panels are original and what, if any, modifications were made to them.

- Peter Schauss

> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-
> bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Gbouff1 at aol.com
> Sent: Friday, October 16, 2009 7:43 PM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Just when I thought is was safe....
> 
> Fellow restorers,
> 
> I purchased a 1960 BN7 from an acquaintance that was retiring to Florida,
> knowing that the car had a lot of hidden sins and needed a total ground up
> restoration.  He purchased the car 15 years prior and just drove it  as-
> is.
> I've stripped it down to the last nut and bolt and I'm now in the  process
> of repairing/replacing, well pretty much everything.  I've come  across a
> lot of boneheaded repairs during the process.
> 
> I thought that I was done with surprises, but....
> 
> The bottom 4" of each door need to be replaced.  I've gotten somewhat
> handy with a welder and body hammers so I figured that I would make my own
> patch
>  panels.  I first made a sheet metal template from the original driver
> (left  hand) door as it had no previous body work.  I then reversed it and
> mated
>  it to the passenger door to see how close the match was.
> 
> Guess what?  The passenger door is 1/2" shorter than the driver  door!  My
> best guess, judging by the poor quality of a previous extremely  low
> budget
> restoration attempt, is that the door wouldn't fit properly and  someone
> just cut off a 1/2" to fit it in the door frame.
> 
> I guess the doors are going to take a little longer than I expected.
> 
> Gary Bouffard
> Working on my tan by the light of the MIG torch.
> 
> P.S.   Maybe we should start a thread on the crazy repairs made by  DPOs
> that we have found while restoring our cars.
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From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Fri Oct 16 19:53:29 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:53:29 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <55760.4968.qm@web83304.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Weston KeyesIf you down load our Rare Parts Catalog and look at page 10 you
will see a exploded view of a adj. switch . arm you are talking about is at
the top of the same page ... If you have my Tech Talk go to pages
248.....74... 242... 173 ... Norman Nock
Both our catalogs are on line and can be down loaded 
www.BritishCarSpecialists.com

209 948 8767

Tech Talk
SAMPLE PAGES ON LINE 
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Stockton CA 95205
                
--- On Fri, 10/16/09, Weston Keyes <westonkeyes at hotmail.com> wrote:

From: Weston Keyes <westonkeyes at hotmail.com>
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
To: "Ahealey Ahealey" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, October 16, 2009, 2:50 PM

Hello Folks,

     I inherited a box of parts that once was a working turn signal
mechanism.(Non adjustable steering) I have put it back together and seem to
have everything except a part that must turn with the steering wheel to spin
the canceling ring. I have a part that looks like
a ring with a fork in it. It is pot metal. It effectively resets the turn
signal once it rotates the opposite way one is turning. I just  can't figure
out what turns it. The parts manual has two un-numbered parts between part
numbers 34 and 35 on plate N5 of the parts manual. Those may be the ones I
missing but I can't figure out how they would attach to the steering wheel.

Any clues??

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine
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From healeyguy at aol.com  Fri Oct 16 20:10:25 2009
From: healeyguy at aol.com (healeyguy at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:10:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Head
In-Reply-To: <bf6.4138aa03.380a6623@aol.com>
References: <bf6.4138aa03.380a6623@aol.com>
Message-ID: <8CC1CE61F7EEA8F-9378-4495@webmail-d049.sysops.aol.com>

Don't forget the nasty cracks that occur in the top of the cast iron
100 head under the valve cover. The casting is very thin in several
areas and cracks easily. Engines stored with water in them and not
enough protection from freezing are prime candidates. If you unscrew
your oil filler cap and find moisture or a light brown slurry start
looking for a new head......
Aloha
Perry


In a message dated 10/16/2009 7:42:02 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
rnbmail at yahoo.com writes:

Curt, As you seem so sure - WHERE will mine crack???? What will the
warning
signs be?????
------------------------------------------

Now don't get upset Robert--

From healeyguy at aol.com  Fri Oct 16 20:27:22 2009
From: healeyguy at aol.com (healeyguy at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:27:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Just when I thought is was safe....
In-Reply-To: <20091017014143.BF971187658@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <8CC1CE87DEAF7E5-9378-46A8@webmail-d049.sysops.aol.com>

Don't get to concerned if your panels don't measure out exactly the
same.  The applies to all the panels. I was recently fitting rear
fenders to a BJ8 and sampled 5 lefts and two right rear fenders.
Lengths, distance from the top of wheel opening to the beading, curve
of the top of the fender, etc varied all over the place. Basically
unmolested panels. The two doors on that car are, front to rear, 3/16
inch differnet in length at top. Also 1/4 inch difference top to bottom
along the door gaps. Front fenders along the bead off by almost 3/16
inch. This is a 1965 so things didn't get much better from the original
fit on our BN2. Ever study the rear lower tail lights on a 66-67 BJ8?
One pressing in the shroud for the tail light is almost always 3/16 to
5/16 higher than the other side.  Makes things insteresting when you
line up the bumper with the lower edge of the truck opening and the
lights seem to be off.
Aloha
Perry





My BJ7 also has one door shorter than the other. >

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Fri Oct 16 21:09:08 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:09:08 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Head
In-Reply-To: <bf6.4138aa03.380a6623@aol.com>
Message-ID: <674554.71722.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Michael, Not upset - far from it - Bit humour - just interested to forecast
the future of my head - could be exciting to bet on it ......
I would like an alloy head by the way, so this may be the excuse that I
needed?
But right now, my car os running REALLY well, so a alloy head would be a
disruption to say the least - but who knows - I may like it.

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Fri, 10/16/09, Awgertoo at aol.com <Awgertoo at aol.com> wrote:

> From: Awgertoo at aol.com <Awgertoo at aol.com>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Alloy Head
> To: rnbmail at yahoo.com, healeys at autox.team.net, cnaarndt at gmail.com
> Date: Friday, October 16, 2009, 5:13 PM
>
>
>
>
>
>
> In a message dated 10/16/2009 7:42:02 P.M. Eastern
> Daylight Time,
> rnbmail at yahoo.com writes:
> Curt, As
>   you seem so sure - WHERE will mine crack????  What
> will the
>   warning
> signs be?????
> ------------------------------------------
>
> Now don't get upset Robert--Curt could be wrong
> and your head might never
> crack, though the fact that at least two
> suppliers have gone to all the
> trouble and development expense to make and market
> aftermarket aluminum heads
> for a car which had a total production run of only
> 15,000 units, (I am now
> including only the BN1-BN2 Healeys, not Austin
> applications) perhaps only
> 50% of which are still on the road, does say
> mouthfuls....
>  
> Most 100 heads crack between 2 and 3.  The
> warning signs might be
> seepage under the head.  Or you could simply blow
> a head gasket: 
> perhaps a loud moise, steam out the exhaust, immediate
> overheating, no
> power.  It will be apparent that something radical is
> wrong!.
>  
> My 100's head cracked between 1 and
> 2--in my case I think it was
> more a matter metal erosion caused by some
> predetonation and assisted
> by some head warping as there was a definite
> lack of
> metal across the rather narrow bridge. It was not
> so much a crack as a
> piece of metal missing that blew the gasket out.  I
> was about 1500 miles
> from home and luckilyh found a good welder who built
> the metal back up with
> nickle rods, and after I had the head skimmed I made it
> back home, but I felt
> the handwriting was on the wall and bought a DW stage
> 2 head and
> matching tubular exhaust.

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Fri Oct 16 21:16:31 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:16:31 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] leys] Alloy Head
In-Reply-To: <4AD91111.5030903@justbrits.com>
Message-ID: <530043.55847.qm@web37902.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Now there is a very sensible point - in that case I could never have an excuse
for an alloy head ...... except I have to have one eventually - it seems
right.

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Fri, 10/16/09, Sales at " Just Brits " <sales at justbrits.com> wrote:

> From: Sales at " Just Brits " <sales at justbrits.com>
> Subject: Re: leys] Alloy Head
> To: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Date: Friday, October 16, 2009, 5:34 PM
>
>
>
>
>
>
> <<
> Curt, As you seem so sure - WHERE will
> mine crack???? >>
>
>
>
> Bob, pretty sure Curt is chatting about 4-bangers,
>
> not 6s <G> !!!!
>
>
>
> I've never seen a 6 (even BG version) have the prob.
>
>
>
> Me

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Fri Oct 16 21:27:20 2009
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins )
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 03:27:20 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Plans for Pebble Beach
Message-ID: <BLU117-DS68D74F2270CD4CA849DD6BFC30@phx.gbl>

Also a couple of places in Watsonville where I have stayed a few times. Not 5
star but clean and safe.
RVC of KY
60 BN7

------Original Message------
From: Editorgary at aol.com
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Plans for Pebble Beach
Sent: Oct 16, 2009 15:21

In a message dated 10/16/09 3:43:05 AM, healeys-request at autox.team.net
 writes:


 >   I am considering traveling to Pebble Beach concour and Laguna Seca
 > race way in August next year 2010
 >

 Book your hotel accommodations early. Google/Yahoo "Monterey Hotels" and
 find one in your price range (they will range from expensive to positively
 silly money) and book it early. Check Salinas, CA and Seaside, CA for
slightly
 less expensive rooms just a few miles outside Monterey (And, in fact, you
 can get from Salinas to the track faster than you can from downtown
Monterey).
 Gilroy is the next closest town, and cheaper yet.

 Good luck,
 gary
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From lgalper1 at cox.net  Fri Oct 16 23:19:21 2009
From: lgalper1 at cox.net (Lou G)
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:19:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Head
In-Reply-To: <mailman.15535.1255750051.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.15535.1255750051.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4AD953D9.3000506@cox.net>

And lucky we are to have the option to get the upgraded head that's been engineered by top professionals...

I had the original head 'hot-welded' in 2001 during an engine rebuild, and it held up nicely for awhile, but in 2007 I had the symptoms of a blown head gasket while on a rally in Curt's hometown of Carlsbad.  I tried to get the car to 
run on the freeway towards home, but the running on two cylinders had me afraid that damage would be done
to the crank, so I pulled off, parked in front of a Porsche dealership and called AAA.  30 yrs of ownership, two 1000 mile trips to Oregon with the original head, first time for a tow.  
The machine shop found new cracks in the combustion chambers, so I had a good excuse to upgrade to the DW alloy head.
The car accelerates really, really well--wow, this is a race car; it still can get hot going up long grades, but runs great overall.

Lou
San Diego, Calif
BN1
AN5

> at least two suppliers have gone to all the  
>trouble and development expense to make and market aftermarket aluminum heads  
>for a car which had a total production run of only 15,000 units, (I am now  
>including only the BN1-BN2 Healeys, not Austin applications) perhaps only  
>50% of which are still on the road, does say mouthfuls....

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Sat Oct 17 01:24:34 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 09:24:34 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Just when I thought is was safe....
In-Reply-To: <bc4.54146a79.380a5f1d@aol.com>
References: <bc4.54146a79.380a5f1d@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4AD97132.2070503@chello.nl>

It has always been practice at the Jensen factory to sort panels on fit 
for a specific car, so do not be concerned if two opposite panels do not 
have the same dimensions.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Gbouff1 at aol.com schreef:
> Fellow restorers,
>  
> I purchased a 1960 BN7 from an acquaintance that was retiring to Florida,  
> knowing that the car had a lot of hidden sins and needed a total ground up  
> restoration.  He purchased the car 15 years prior and just drove it  as-is.  
> I've stripped it down to the last nut and bolt and I'm now in the  process 
> of repairing/replacing, well pretty much everything.  I've come  across a 
> lot of boneheaded repairs during the process.
>  
> I thought that I was done with surprises, but....
>  
> The bottom 4" of each door need to be replaced.  I've gotten somewhat  
> handy with a welder and body hammers so I figured that I would make my own patch 
>  panels.  I first made a sheet metal template from the original driver 
> (left  hand) door as it had no previous body work.  I then reversed it and mated 
>  it to the passenger door to see how close the match was.  
>  
> Guess what?  The passenger door is 1/2" shorter than the driver  door!  My 
> best guess, judging by the poor quality of a previous extremely  low budget 
> restoration attempt, is that the door wouldn't fit properly and  someone 
> just cut off a 1/2" to fit it in the door frame.
>  
> I guess the doors are going to take a little longer than I expected.
>  
> Gary Bouffard
> Working on my tan by the light of the MIG torch.
>  
> P.S.   Maybe we should start a thread on the crazy repairs made by  DPOs 
> that we have found while restoring our cars.
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From ah at jharper.demon.co.uk  Sat Oct 17 02:04:50 2009
From: ah at jharper.demon.co.uk (John Harper)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 09:04:50 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <4AD90BBE.2040509@comcast.net>
References: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
	<008501ca4eb7$6d385330$47a8f990$@com> <4AD90BBE.2040509@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <6TemsMDiqX2KFwUC@jharper.demon.co.uk>

My theory is that this is to allow a good fit between this and the 
cancelling ring gap where it drives the ring around. The manufacturing 
tolerance on this gap is quite wide.

I am not sure if it matters but I adjust the arm width by carefully 
opening or closing the slit until it is a snug fit in the cancelling 
ring gap. The slit allows me to do this by either prising it open or 
squeezing it in a vice.

Maybe the arm should be adjusted to be a little oversize so that when it 
is pushed in it is tight? Any thoughts?

Regards

>"Oddly it has a slit in it in the area that engages in the cancelling 
>ring the purpose of which I have never been able to figure out."
>
>
>I've wondered about that, too.  Weight reduction?
>
>
>bs
>
>
>Michael Salter wrote:
>> Hi Wes,
>> I'm pretty sure that what you are looking for is the washer which fits under
>> the steering wheel nut. This washer as an arm on it which is bent out and up
>> so that it engages in the square recess in the die cast cancelling ring.
>> Oddly it has a slit in it in the area that engages in the cancelling ring
>> the purpose of which I have never been able to figure out.
>>  Michael Salter
-- 
John Harper

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Oct 17 04:21:53 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:21:53 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910170321j1df87420w1deb703c110c039b@mail.gmail.com>

Wes -

Austin Healey cancelling rings are a round steel plate with a steel
tab sticking out which is the cancelling tab.

Various Austins had a pot metal cancelling ring with a little bump on
the inside of the ring - this is not correct for an Austin Healey.

Can you post/ send me a picture and I can help you figure it out?


On 10/17/09, Weston Keyes <westonkeyes at hotmail.com> wrote:
> Hello Folks,
>
>      I inherited a box of parts that once was a working turn signal
> mechanism.(Non adjustable steering) I have put it back together and seem to
> have everything except a part that must turn with the steering wheel to spin
> the canceling ring. I have a part that looks like
> a ring with a fork in it. It is pot metal. It effectively resets the turn
> signal once it rotates the opposite way one is turning. I just  can't figure
> out what turns it. The parts manual has two un-numbered parts between part
> numbers 34 and 35 on plate N5 of the parts manual. Those may be the ones I
> missing but I can't figure out how they would attach to the steering wheel.
>
> Any clues??
>
> Many thanks
>
> Wes Keyes
> York, Maine
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From westonkeyes at hotmail.com  Sat Oct 17 05:46:00 2009
From: westonkeyes at hotmail.com (Weston Keyes)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 07:46:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys]
 =?windows-1256?q?BJ8_Turn_signal_mechanism_question=FE?=
Message-ID: <BAY114-W3930C2A85BA75CDAC9F76ABAC30@phx.gbl>

Hello Folks,

    Thanks a million for all the help. Now that I know how the canceling ring in turned I can probably make the piece with the tab on it that goes under the steering wheel nut. It makes total sense. 
You guys are awesome.

Wes Keyes
York, Maine

From ah at jharper.demon.co.uk  Sat Oct 17 07:43:00 2009
From: ah at jharper.demon.co.uk (John Harper)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 14:43:00 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Turn signal mechanism question
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910170321j1df87420w1deb703c110c039b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <BAY114-W17AAADC3280BA5780F6745BAC40@phx.gbl>
	<ff59076c0910170321j1df87420w1deb703c110c039b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <I6$62wIknc2KFwBW@jharper.demon.co.uk>

Alan

Sorry but I believe that this needs further clarification. So long as we 
are describing the same part and the fixed steering wheel later cars 
this WAS the type of ring used on A-H 100.

There were, at this time and earlier, other cars fitted with this same 
style ring but in some cases such as early 1950s Austin saloons they 
were wider so one has to be a little careful here. Early post war and 
pre war Austins did use the same ring as the 100 as did many other cars 
around this period.

The Lucas part number is 324734 and is described as a Striker Ring. The 
BMC part number is 7H 5471

Regards

>
>Various Austins had a pot metal cancelling ring with a little bump on
>the inside of the ring - this is not correct for an Austin Healey.
>
-- 
John Harper

From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Sat Oct 17 11:09:09 2009
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:09:09 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] I'd Like to Thank the Academy and...
Message-ID: <154624.87069.qm@web50005.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Fellow Healey Fanatics,

I wanted to bring closure to a recent string of inquiries I've posted.  I've completed the reinstallation of new insulation.  The OD gearbox switch has been replaced, the OD adjusted and everything is now working as it should - AMEN!  I can die an happy man, if I never have to take off the tranny cover again.  I would like to take this opportunity to recognize a few of you for your help.

Thank you to everyone who chimed in on the various products like Dynamat, Kool Mat, Thermo King and others.  The cockpit is fully insulated now.  Thank you all for your input and sharing your experiences.

A few weeks ago I also posted a question about adjusting the OD.  As expected the wealth of knowledge and willingness to share continues to amaze.  I'd like to thank George Haywood for his quickness at responding with a very thorough and helpful article.  Everyone should have a copy of this article stored with their workshop manual.  Let me know if you need it.  Mark Schneider for his concern for us driving our Healeys without a transmission cover.  Someone needs to watch out for us crazies. And finally, Norm Nock for reminding me to buy his book.  

With the OD set according to George's supplied article, I then encountered another problem in the whole Rube Goldberg designed OD system.  My suspicion was confirmed through employing several suggestions received on this List.  The problem turned out to be the OD gearbox switch.  Special thanks to Simon Lachlin, who was as quick as George in providing a helpful article. Neal Trelenberg, a long-time Northwest Healey friend, resurrected by my inquiry.  Aloha - Perry and Thank You.  Bob Brown for the use of his lift.  Thanks to Mark LaPierre, Tracy Drummond and my fellow BN7 partner in crime, Bruce Steele for their insights.  And of course I can't forget Norm Nock for reminding me to buy his book.

A very special thank you needs to go to Steve Byers of BJ8 Registry fame.  Not only did Steve provide me with a schematic of his car's unique OD wiring which turned out to be very similar to mine but he took my call and helped me walk through the issue out loud.  Thank you so much for your time.  

We spend a lot of time and energy on this List quibbling about Friday Funnies, Sprite or Bugeye inquiries, general non-Healey content, political jabs and even Ed's special :-)    8-P or <VBG> cryptography. It's easy to forget how valuable this List is and how much collective knowledge there is out there.  More importantly is the willingness of others to help.  I lift my beer to all of you - Cheers!

Sincerely,
Carlos Cruz
1960 BN7

From cbaustin at verizon.net  Sat Oct 17 12:40:18 2009
From: cbaustin at verizon.net (Charley Braum)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 14:40:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] I'd Like to Thank the Academy and...
References: <154624.87069.qm@web50005.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <FCCF92A1D09340E1807C0B3D146F8E0D@universal1>

    So, how's that newly-purchased book working out for you??

                                                                            C
B

From ruvino at ripnet.com  Sat Oct 17 14:13:41 2009
From: ruvino at ripnet.com (Dr. C. Rubino)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:13:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] trafficator
Message-ID: <2F6A163F06954C8C8541C58A026F5623@RubinoPC>

Within the last day or so somebody posted a large article with coloured
pictures showing how to re build the trafficator. Unfortunately I deleted it
by mistake.

Can anybody help me with this?

thanks

Carl
BN-4(L)
1957

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Sat Oct 17 18:09:38 2009
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:09:38 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] trafficator
In-Reply-To: <2F6A163F06954C8C8541C58A026F5623@RubinoPC>
References: <2F6A163F06954C8C8541C58A026F5623@RubinoPC>
Message-ID: <4ADA5CC2.6050107@earthlink.net>

It's on John Sims' 100-6 site:

http://www.healey6.com/Technical/Trafficator%20Repairs.pdf

Dr. C. Rubino wrote:
> Within the last day or so somebody posted a large article with coloured
> pictures showing how to re build the trafficator. Unfortunately I deleted it
> by mistake.
> 
> Can anybody help me with this?
> 
> thanks
> 
> Carl
> BN-4(L)
> 1957
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From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Sat Oct 17 18:12:50 2009
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 17:12:50 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
Message-ID: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Ladies & Gentlemen; You may wish to check this one out.  You have until
October 22nd to become the proud owner of the 1960 3000 MkI - Sebring car
UJB140.  See the following listing on eBay.
 
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-3000-MKI-1960-Austin-Healey-UJB1
40-Factory-Works-Competion-car_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2556cea141QQitemZ16
0370172225QQptZUSQ5fCarsQ5fTrucks
 
or
 
http://tinyurl.com/yj335be
 
Good hunting and have fun. 
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling,  Murphy Lives
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From comkanuk at cgocable.ca  Sat Oct 17 18:48:20 2009
From: comkanuk at cgocable.ca (gilbert gauthier)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:48:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] trafficator
In-Reply-To: <2F6A163F06954C8C8541C58A026F5623@RubinoPC>
References: <2F6A163F06954C8C8541C58A026F5623@RubinoPC>
Message-ID: <F7BEC008-4C66-4150-BF62-4CE12C5AF8EC@cgocable.ca>

Dr. look at

For the trafficator

http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/trafficator.html

Giby



Le 09-10-17 ` 16:13, Dr. C. Rubino a icrit :

> Within the last day or so somebody posted a large article with
> coloured
> pictures showing how to re build the trafficator. Unfortunately I
> deleted it
> by mistake.
>
> Can anybody help me with this?
>
> thanks
>
> Carl
> BN-4(L)
> 1957
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From britishcars at shaw.ca  Sat Oct 17 19:16:40 2009
From: britishcars at shaw.ca (PG)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:16:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <7v739d$60n2iv@pd5mo1no-svcs.prod.shaw.ca>

I've seen this car listed before.  Must not have sold.

Any guesses as to what it goes for or it's worth?

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of J. Scott Morris
Sent: Saturday, October 17, 2009 5:13 PM
To: Austin Healey
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay

Ladies & Gentlemen; You may wish to check this one out.  You have until
October 22nd to become the proud owner of the 1960 3000 MkI - Sebring car
UJB140.  See the following listing on eBay.
 
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-3000-MKI-1960-Austin-Healey-UJB
1
40-Factory-Works-Competion-car_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2556cea141QQitemZ1
6
0370172225QQptZUSQ5fCarsQ5fTrucks
 
or
 
http://tinyurl.com/yj335be
 
Good hunting and have fun. 
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling,  Murphy Lives
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From Healey100M at gmail.com  Sat Oct 17 20:27:46 2009
From: Healey100M at gmail.com (Randy Hicks)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 22:27:46 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <7v739d$60n2iv@pd5mo1no-svcs.prod.shaw.ca>
References: <7v739d$60n2iv@pd5mo1no-svcs.prod.shaw.ca>
Message-ID: <29DB54BD-56BA-41C6-977C-589E74572EA2@gmail.com>

Go to Craig Hillinger's Healey Werks website (www.healeywerks.com) and  
the car is listed for sale at $217,000.

Randy

Randy Hicks
'56 100M
'55 BN1 Dealer LeMans
'62 BN7 MkII
'65 BJ8
'53 MGTD
Healey100M at gmail.com


On Oct 17, 2009, at 9:16 PM, PG wrote:

> I've seen this car listed before.  Must not have sold.
>
> Any guesses as to what it goes for or it's worth?

From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Oct 17 20:40:52 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:40:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4ADA8034.8000900@comcast.net>

Love the speed selections on the wipers.  Two speeds: 'OFF' and 'FAST.'


bs



J. Scott Morris wrote:
> Ladies & Gentlemen; You may wish to check this one out.  You have until
> October 22nd to become the proud owner of the 1960 3000 MkI - Sebring car
> UJB140.  See the following listing on eBay.
>  
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-3000-MKI-1960-Austin-Healey-UJB1
> 40-Factory-Works-Competion-car_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2556cea141QQitemZ16
> 0370172225QQptZUSQ5fCarsQ5fTrucks
>  
> or
>  
> http://tinyurl.com/yj335be
>  
> Good hunting and have fun. 
> --Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
> J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling,  Murphy Lives
> __________________________________________________________________

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

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From healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com  Sat Oct 17 21:12:52 2009
From: healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com (Carlos Cruz)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:12:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <29DB54BD-56BA-41C6-977C-589E74572EA2@gmail.com>
References: <7v739d$60n2iv@pd5mo1no-svcs.prod.shaw.ca>
	<29DB54BD-56BA-41C6-977C-589E74572EA2@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <871260.28654.qm@web50001.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

UJB 140 is car HBN7 6682, made December 14, 1959 = $217,000

My car is HBN7 6185, made November 11, 1959... can be yours for $216,000 + shipping.



________________________________
From: Randy Hicks <Healey100M at gmail.com>
To: PG <britishcars at shaw.ca>
Cc: Austin Healey <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sat, October 17, 2009 9:27:46 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay

Go to Craig Hillinger's Healey Werks website (www.healeywerks.com) and the car is listed for sale at $217,000.

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Oct 17 21:15:34 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:15:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <29DB54BD-56BA-41C6-977C-589E74572EA2@gmail.com>
References: <7v739d$60n2iv@pd5mo1no-svcs.prod.shaw.ca>
	<29DB54BD-56BA-41C6-977C-589E74572EA2@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4ADA8856.40504@pacbell.net>

Must have seen the Sebring Sprite sale.

Bill

Randy Hicks wrote:
> Go to Craig Hillinger's Healey Werks website (www.healeywerks.com) and 
> the car is listed for sale at $217,000.
>
> Randy
>
> Randy Hicks
> '56 100M
> '55 BN1 Dealer LeMans
> '62 BN7 MkII
> '65 BJ8
> '53 MGTD
> Healey100M at gmail.com
>
>
> On Oct 17, 2009, at 9:16 PM, PG wrote:
>
>> I've seen this car listed before.  Must not have sold.
>>
>> Any guesses as to what it goes for or it's worth?
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Sat Oct 17 21:39:00 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:39:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <871260.28654.qm@web50001.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <7v739d$60n2iv@pd5mo1no-svcs.prod.shaw.ca>
	<29DB54BD-56BA-41C6-977C-589E74572EA2@gmail.com>
	<871260.28654.qm@web50001.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <87EBE218-E914-4893-A8F1-B1DC09955BB3@gmail.com>

Damn I only have $215k

I Erbs
Sent from my iPod

On Oct 17, 2009, at 8:12 PM, Carlos Cruz <healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com>  
wrote:

> UJB 140 is car HBN7 6682, made December 14, 1959 = $217,000
>
> My car is HBN7 6185, made November 11, 1959... can be yours for  
> $216,000 + shipping.
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Randy Hicks <Healey100M at gmail.com>
> To: PG <britishcars at shaw.ca>
> Cc: Austin Healey <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sat, October 17, 2009 9:27:46 PM
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
>
> Go to Craig Hillinger's Healey Werks website (www.healeywerks.com)  
> and the car is listed for sale at $217,000.
> _______________________________________________
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Oct 17 21:51:07 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:51:07 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910172051y633ca067w5211a1e8817f36f@mail.gmail.com>

Is it just me, or do the Girling disc calipers seem to have dual pot on the
outside of the caliper, but single pot on the inside of the caliper?  Would
there be a reason for this?
Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 8:12 AM, J. Scott Morris <jstmorris at yahoo.com>wrote:

> Ladies & Gentlemen; You may wish to check this one out.  You have until
> October 22nd to become the proud owner of the 1960 3000 MkI - Sebring car
> UJB140.  See the following listing on eBay.
>
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-3000-MKI-1960-Austin-Healey-UJB1
>
> 40-Factory-Works-Competion-car_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2556cea141QQitemZ16
> 0370172225QQptZUSQ5fCarsQ5fTrucks
>
> or
>
> http://tinyurl.com/yj335be
>
> Good hunting and have fun.
> --Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
> J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling,  Murphy Lives

From healeynut at hotmail.com  Sat Oct 17 22:38:14 2009
From: healeynut at hotmail.com (Don Hardie)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:38:14 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910172051y633ca067w5211a1e8817f36f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BAY116-W1237C8E6B74FA987AF9AE6BCC20@phx.gbl>

The Rover P6B (V8) had this arrangement but I don't know the reasoning behind
it.



Don

BN1

OZ

> Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:51:07 +0800
> From: healey.nut at gmail.com
> To: jstmorris at yahoo.com
> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
>
> Is it just me, or do the Girling disc calipers seem to have dual pot on the
> outside of the caliper, but single pot on the inside of the caliper? Would
> there be a reason for this?
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 8:12 AM, J. Scott Morris
<jstmorris at yahoo.com>wrote:
>
> > Ladies & Gentlemen; You may wish to check this one out. You have until
> > October 22nd to become the proud owner of the 1960 3000 MkI - Sebring car
> > UJB140. See the following listing on eBay.
> >
> >
> >
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-3000-MKI-1960-Austin-Healey-UJB1
> >
> >
40-Factory-Works-Competion-car_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2556cea141QQitemZ16
> > 0370172225QQptZUSQ5fCarsQ5fTrucks
> >
> > or
> >
> > http://tinyurl.com/yj335be
> >
> > Good hunting and have fun.
> > --Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
> > J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives
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From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Sun Oct 18 05:14:09 2009
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (Joe and Lenore Armour)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:14:09 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910172051y633ca067w5211a1e8817f36f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0910172051y633ca067w5211a1e8817f36f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4ADAF881.2080002@illawarra.hotkey.net.au>

Alan Seigrist wrote:

>Is it just me, or do the Girling disc calipers seem to have dual pot on the
>outside of the caliper, but single pot on the inside of the caliper?  Would
>there be a reason for this?
>Alan
>
>From  my limited knowledge plus  having several sets in 'the shed. ' I 
believe that on the rear the two pistons went to the outside to allow 
for a lower profile to provide clearance to enable disc. wheels to be 
fitted to cars such as Fiat 2300S. These calipers were marked 'made in 
Italy under license from Girling'.

The original works sets were a single piston each side I believe. At 
least mine are.

The one + one calipers were also fitted to the original Lotus Elites, 
although the piston sizes were different to Healey ones - more weight 
more piston force!  Lotus had inboard brakes on the rear.

I was collecting the left overs from a shed that had had a Healey 
Westland stored for many many years. It was quite a surprise when the 
pile of Fiat bits contained Healey related Girling brakes with the 
attached handbrake mechanism.

Joe

From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Sun Oct 18 05:05:35 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:05:35 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910172051y633ca067w5211a1e8817f36f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <423299.56907.qm@web30308.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<ff59076c0910172051y633ca067w5211a1e8817f36f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <F7C6AAFD-1571-4B6A-8AB8-9E0D78C59B27@bornet.net>

Those are probably from a Volvo 164, as they fit directly on the BJ8.  
It's a quite common conversion. The originals only had one piston on  
each side.

Magnus Karlsson

Sweden


18 okt 2009 kl. 05.51 skrev Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>:

> Is it just me, or do the Girling disc calipers seem to have dual pot  
> on the
> outside of the caliper, but single pot on the inside of the  
> caliper?  Would
> there be a reason for this?
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 8:12 AM, J. Scott Morris  
> <jstmorris at yahoo.com>wrote:
>
>> Ladies & Gentlemen; You may wish to check this one out.  You have  
>> until
>> October 22nd to become the proud owner of the 1960 3000 MkI -  
>> Sebring car
>> UJB140.  See the following listing on eBay.
>>
>>
>> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Austin-Healey-3000-MKI-1960-Austin-Healey-UJB1
>>
>> 40-Factory-Works-Competion- 
>> car_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2556cea141QQitemZ16
>> 0370172225QQptZUSQ5fCarsQ5fTrucks
>>
>> or
>>
>> http://tinyurl.com/yj335be
>>
>> Good hunting and have fun.
>> --Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
>> J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling,  Murphy Lives
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From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 18 06:22:43 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 08:22:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 + Pat Moss
References: <7v739d$60n2iv@pd5mo1no-svcs.prod.shaw.ca><29DB54BD-56BA-41C6-977C-589E74572EA2@gmail.com>
	<871260.28654.qm@web50001.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP83E08AF7AAE42BBCE19DDFC3C20@phx.gbl>

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Carlos Cruz" <healey3000bn7 at yahoo.com>

> UJB 140 is car HBN7 6682, made December 14, 1959 = $217,000
> My car is HBN7 6185, made November 11, 1959... can be yours for $216,000 + 
> shipping.
>

Wow Carlos, they must have been really churning them out in the fall of 
1959.  My heritage certificate indicates my HBT7 4551 first saw light on Oct 
13 1959, and although they probably did not roll off the line exactly in 
consecutive order,  that is about 1634 cars in about a month, or just over 
400/week.

BTW, did anyone note that it was a year last Wednesday that Pat Moss passed 
away.  I am just reading her autobiography, "The Story So Far". The first 
few chapters on her show jumping were a bit of a slog as I am not much 
interested in horses, albeit she was evidently very good at it, but the 
chapters on rallying for BMC are absolutely fascinating.

Cheers,

Mirek
60 BT7 (made in 59, first registered in 60) 

From bighealey at charter.net  Sun Oct 18 07:07:03 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 06:07:03 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 + Pat Moss
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP83E08AF7AAE42BBCE19DDFC3C20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <165A89C49E4D473CAB1BFF08CC6FB26B@TRACY>

Here is a brief article about Pat.

http://healey.org/content/view/359/245/


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

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sun Oct 18 07:35:02 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:35:02 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
Message-ID: <ABE1DFC80FD842179F0AF01D46E20A97@tm>

The 3 pot Girling front brakes a standard on Volvo Amazon and 1800. A very
similar front arrangement is on the e-type V12, but the pistons are slightly
larger.

Someone told me that the Volvo front brakes were the ones used on Works
Healeys - if anyone has the Girling PN used on the Works Healey I can verify
it.

 

 

The rear ones from UJB140 look like the Jaguar e-type V12 though..

 

Best, Tadek

From gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com  Sun Oct 18 09:00:44 2009
From: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com (Richard Collins )
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:00:44 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
Message-ID: <BLU117-DS7A5BE6418B679EEB85F98BFC20@phx.gbl>

My HBN7 L 440 made March 26, 1959 is priceless, for the moment, awaiting how
many others go for over $200k.    :-)
RVC of KY
------Original Message------
From: Carlos Cruz
To: Healey100M at gmail.com
To: britishcars at shaw.ca
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay
Sent: Oct 17, 2009 22:12

UJB 140 is car HBN7 6682, made December 14, 1959 = $217,000

 My car is HBN7 6185, made November 11, 1959... can be yours for $216,000 +
shipping.



 ________________________________
 From: Randy Hicks <Healey100M at gmail.com>
 To: PG <britishcars at shaw.ca>
 Cc: Austin Healey <healeys at autox.team.net>
 Sent: Sat, October 17, 2009 9:27:46 PM
 Subject: Re: [Healeys] Sebring 3000 UJB140 on eBay

 Go to Craig Hillinger's Healey Werks website (www.healeywerks.com
<http://www.healeywerks.com> ) and the car is listed for sale at $217,000.
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From s.hutchings at rogers.com  Sun Oct 18 10:25:25 2009
From: s.hutchings at rogers.com (Stephen Hutchings)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 12:25:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
Message-ID: <a06200700c700f1188d0d@[192.168.1.100]>

This has probably come up before, and I have a vague memory of 
someone complainig about it, but here's my question:
How the heck is the lower kingpin bushing lubricated, other than upon 
assembly? Is the grease suppposed to dribble down from the upper 
bushing? Intuitively, one would expect another grease fitting.

Stephen, BJ8

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Sun Oct 18 11:32:58 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:32:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
References: <a06200700c700f1188d0d@[192.168.1.100]>
Message-ID: <D45D3541DD784FF79328BAACFAD52EF3@LIFEBOOK>

Stephen,

The lower portion of the king pin is drilled hollow for the grease fitting 
on the very bottom to push the grease up inside the kingpin and out the 
grease hole of the pin to the lined up spiral grease channel in the lower 
bushing.
To review, there are 3 grease fittings per kingpin assembly. one to the 
upper bushing, one (as above) from beneath, feeding up thru the pin to the 
lower bushing, and the third being into the end of the lower trunnion. I 
always assemble these lower trunnin bushings so the grease fitting is on the 
forward one, an easier loaction to reach all the grease fittings from one 
position. I also make sure the top and bottom fittings are 45 or 90 degree 
ones so the nipples all face forward.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Stephen Hutchings" <s.hutchings at rogers.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 12:25 PM
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication


> This has probably come up before, and I have a vague memory of someone 
> complainig about it, but here's my question:
> How the heck is the lower kingpin bushing lubricated, other than upon 
> assembly? Is the grease suppposed to dribble down from the upper bushing? 
> Intuitively, one would expect another grease fitting.
>
> Stephen, BJ8
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From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 18 12:17:38 2009
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ron Ray)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:17:38 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
In-Reply-To: <D45D3541DD784FF79328BAACFAD52EF3@LIFEBOOK>
References: <a06200700c700f1188d0d@[192.168.1.100]>
	<D45D3541DD784FF79328BAACFAD52EF3@LIFEBOOK>
Message-ID: <000001ca501f$46b4e930$d41ebb90$@net>

To allow improved distribution of the grease, upon the suggestion of local
AH club members, when rebuilding the front suspension on my 1959 BT7, we
installed grease fittings on both the front and rear trunnin bushings.  One
just buys two front bushes instead of a front and rear.   The Concours
judges missed this.
 
Ron  
 
 
-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Rich C
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 12:33 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net; Stephen Hutchings
Subject: Re: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
 
Stephen,
 
The lower portion of the king pin is drilled hollow for the grease fitting 
on the very bottom to push the grease up inside the kingpin and out the 
grease hole of the pin to the lined up spiral grease channel in the lower 
bushing.
To review, there are 3 grease fittings per kingpin assembly. one to the 
upper bushing, one (as above) from beneath, feeding up thru the pin to the 
lower bushing, and the third being into the end of the lower trunnion. I 
always assemble these lower trunnin bushings so the grease fitting is on the

forward one, an easier loaction to reach all the grease fittings from one 
position. I also make sure the top and bottom fittings are 45 or 90 degree 
ones so the nipples all face forward.
 
Rich Chrysler
 
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Stephen Hutchings" <s.hutchings at rogers.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 12:25 PM
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
 
 
> This has probably come up before, and I have a vague memory of someone 
> complainig about it, but here's my question:
> How the heck is the lower kingpin bushing lubricated, other than upon 
> assembly? Is the grease suppposed to dribble down from the upper bushing? 
> Intuitively, one would expect another grease fitting.
> 
> Stephen, BJ8

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Sun Oct 18 12:20:06 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:20:06 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
References: <a06200700c700f1188d0d@[192.168.1.100]>
	<D45D3541DD784FF79328BAACFAD52EF3@LIFEBOOK>
	<000001ca501f$46b4e930$d41ebb90$@net>
Message-ID: <6E36E525DF1F4F968502E06CDAAD3708@LIFEBOOK>

Good thing it was sitting in tall grass...<grin>.
Rich
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: Ron Ray
  To: 'Rich C' ; healeys at autox.team.net ; 'Stephen Hutchings'
  Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 2:17 PM
  Subject: RE: [Healeys] King pin lubrication


  To allow improved distribution of the grease, upon the suggestion of local
AH club members, when rebuilding the front suspension on my 1959 BT7, we
installed grease fittings on both the front and rear trunnin bushings.  One
just buys two front bushes instead of a front and rear.   The Concours judges
missed this.



  Ron





  -----Original Message-----
  From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Rich C
  Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 12:33 PM
  To: healeys at autox.team.net; Stephen Hutchings
  Subject: Re: [Healeys] King pin lubrication



  Stephen,



  The lower portion of the king pin is drilled hollow for the grease fitting

  on the very bottom to push the grease up inside the kingpin and out the

  grease hole of the pin to the lined up spiral grease channel in the lower

  bushing.

  To review, there are 3 grease fittings per kingpin assembly. one to the

  upper bushing, one (as above) from beneath, feeding up thru the pin to the

  lower bushing, and the third being into the end of the lower trunnion. I

  always assemble these lower trunnin bushings so the grease fitting is on the

  forward one, an easier loaction to reach all the grease fittings from one

  position. I also make sure the top and bottom fittings are 45 or 90 degree

  ones so the nipples all face forward.



  Rich Chrysler



  ----- Original Message -----

  From: "Stephen Hutchings" <s.hutchings at rogers.com>

  To: <healeys at autox.team.net>

  Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 12:25 PM

  Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication





  > This has probably come up before, and I have a vague memory of someone

  > complainig about it, but here's my question:

  > How the heck is the lower kingpin bushing lubricated, other than upon

  > assembly? Is the grease suppposed to dribble down from the upper bushing?

  > Intuitively, one would expect another grease fitting.

  >

  > Stephen, BJ8

From donham1 at cox.net  Sun Oct 18 13:35:58 2009
From: donham1 at cox.net (donham)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:35:58 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] test
Message-ID: <398AEF39F59C47CF891ED6AE8BF916AA@DONPCXPS>

test

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sun Oct 18 13:44:45 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:44:45 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Cold air box bracket dimensions
Message-ID: <8BF0DCD36135499BAB3C7B24467FA19E@tm>

Hello,


Does anyone have the cold air box bracket (the one for the bent front shroud
support) on hand and could mail me a picture of it with the dimensions?

Many thanks,

Tadek

From donham1 at cox.net  Sun Oct 18 13:49:20 2009
From: donham1 at cox.net (donham)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:49:20 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Temp gauge Reading
Message-ID: <3726D8075AD3499C839EE58F53DA8DB6@DONPCXPS>

----- Original Message -----
From: donham
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 2:25 PM
Subject: Fw: Temp gauge Reading


Need advice on my problem. When the outside temp is between 80-90 degrees my
BJ7 wants to stall after stop and go traffic when the temp gauge reaches
190-200. Today with the outside temp in the 69-72 range I had no problem.
Tempo gauge stayed at 160-170.
Any help is appreciated.
DH

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sun Oct 18 14:06:07 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:06:07 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Statistical data needed for classic cars market in your
	country
Message-ID: <EF9D8604B602424BB49F7BA2E1BCB68F@tm>

This is slightly off topic..

I decided to my final paper for my (slightly late) studies on classic car
market in Poland. It was almost non-existent 20 years ago, but growing
steadily with few interesting examples being imported.

I would like to compare it to other European or US/Canada markets, but have
no idea how do they really look like. If any of you have market analysis of
classic car market in your country, I would be most grateful for sharing it.


I would believe this sort of stuff would be published either by classic car
magazines or special reports dedicated to the subject (found some, but
cannot afford them)..


Many thanks,

Tadek


PS. I can read French, Spanish and a fair bit of technical German, Danish or
Swedish, so language is not a major issue.

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Sun Oct 18 14:37:37 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:37:37 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Temp gauge Reading
In-Reply-To: <3726D8075AD3499C839EE58F53DA8DB6@DONPCXPS>
References: <3726D8075AD3499C839EE58F53DA8DB6@DONPCXPS>
Message-ID: <173126440910181337k4785cd6cm5fcc6f5ff6a0da6f@mail.gmail.com>

possibly vapor lock. try a few wooden clothespins on the metal fuel supply
line to help  radiate heat away from supply line. Used to do this when I
lived in Los Angeles.....could also be timing????
Ira

On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 12:49 PM, donham <donham1 at cox.net> wrote:

> ----- Original Message -----
> From: donham
> Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 2:25 PM
> Subject: Fw: Temp gauge Reading
>
>
> Need advice on my problem. When the outside temp is between 80-90 degrees
> my
> BJ7 wants to stall after stop and go traffic when the temp gauge reaches
> 190-200. Today with the outside temp in the 69-72 range I had no problem.
> Tempo gauge stayed at 160-170.
> Any help is appreciated.
> DH
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 18 14:45:31 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:45:31 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Heaters
In-Reply-To: <705CBB12019048A6B572149756C8B848@universal1>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com>
	<4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net>
	<BAY112-W1744BD909AF8D4168B2D2FB8C40@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W30FAE23056992C12CFCC0BB8C20@phx.gbl>

I had been warned.  We had a local club drive today.  The temperature at
departure was -3 C and went up to 9 above.  I had to leave at 9 to get to the
rendezvous point.  At about 8 am I turned on the heat tap and attempted to
turn the fan on.  I neither heard a fan running nor did I feel a breeze.  I
did find a green wire with electrical tape taped over it's end though.  I see
now that according to a schematic, the heater "motor" has a green wire going
to it.



My wife was with me and we drove with side curtains and no hood.  It was an
hour drive at highway speeds to the rendezvous point; after which the speed
went down and the temperatures gradually warmed up.  I had a great time and my
wife was a great sport.



I'm going to have to dig out that safety inspection and see if the heater fan
is a requirement.  I thought it was.



I also learned that that chart in the manuals that gives speed to rpm in the
various gears doesn't match to my car.  I figured that I was doing almost
70mph, while I was really doing slightly less than 60mph, according to a club
member who followed me for a bit in his nondescript car.



RD

55 BN1





You would do well to try the heater some time before the meet, if you haven't
run it yet.

From s.hutchings at rogers.com  Sun Oct 18 15:28:22 2009
From: s.hutchings at rogers.com (Stephen Hutchings)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 17:28:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
In-Reply-To: <D45D3541DD784FF79328BAACFAD52EF3@LIFEBOOK>
References: <a06200700c700f1188d0d@[192.168.1.100]>
	<D45D3541DD784FF79328BAACFAD52EF3@LIFEBOOK>
Message-ID: <a06200701c70138082cc9@[192.168.1.100]>

Of course! I'd forgotten, looking at the hub in isolation , about the 
grease fitting on the bottom of the kingpin itself. I guess that one 
qualified as a silly question, or at least one whose answer would 
eventually become apparent.
Thank you Rich.

Stephen, BJ8

From sales at justbrits.com  Sun Oct 18 15:43:09 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:43:09 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] [Fwd: Re: Bugeye/Frogeye Club..... Bugeye Flower Bed]
Message-ID: <4ADB8BED.2000300@justbrits.com>

What a WASTE !!!!!!

<quote>
Hey Guys, Someone in Kentucky is using a Bugeye for a flower bed.

http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WM50E1_Bugeye_Sprite 

<http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WM50E1_Bugeye_Sprite>
</quote>

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Sun Oct 18 15:53:30 2009
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:53:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Head
In-Reply-To: <514716.71149.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <751d05480910161237v4bfc0045g7e3056fb621864b@mail.gmail.com>
	<514716.71149.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <751d05480910181453y635a215dkaed582e86b4ff8e6@mail.gmail.com>

Robert,

My comments on the alloy cylinder heads were specifically for the 100s.

What I should have clarified in my previous email is the100 four cylinder
head will crack sooner or later. The original six cylinder one doesn't seem
to have the same problem.

Take a deep breath since it appears you have a BJ8.

Cheers,

Curt

On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 4:09 PM, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Curt, As you seem so sure - WHERE will mine crack????  What will the
> warning signs be?????
>
> Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Sun Oct 18 16:59:36 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 18:59:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
In-Reply-To: <a06200700c700f1188d0d@[192.168.1.100]>
References: <a06200700c700f1188d0d@[192.168.1.100]>
Message-ID: <000e01ca5046$aa949f00$ffbddd00$@com>

Hi Stephen,
There is a grease fitting on the bottom of the king pin with a drilling up
the middle of the king pin to the bushed area of the lower bush.

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Stephen Hutchings
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 12:25 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication

This has probably come up before, and I have a vague memory of 
someone complainig about it, but here's my question:
How the heck is the lower kingpin bushing lubricated, other than upon 
assembly? Is the grease suppposed to dribble down from the upper 
bushing? Intuitively, one would expect another grease fitting.

Stephen, BJ8

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Sun Oct 18 17:37:18 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:37:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Heaters
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com><4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net><BAY112-W1744BD909AF8D4168B2D2FB8C40@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W30FAE23056992C12CFCC0BB8C20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <11F76137108D448486F195DD867D46E5@LIFEBOOK>

Robert,

As a new owner you shoud have checked out the blower before the day you were 
going to need it.
 No, in the case of a Hundred, the blower oerating or not would likely have 
no bearing on your safety check. The blower simply recirculates inside air 
through the core fins and back out again, having almost zero defrosting 
effect, especially with no top up.

Two black wires with male bullet ends come out of the blower case from the 
rotary switch at the face of the heater and go toward the firewall. One of 
these will fasten to a spare green wire and the other to a black ground 
wire. When you turn the switch on clockwise, it will be full on and reduce 
speed the further clockwise you turn it.

I recommend that unless you have further problems like the fan blades 
hitting the casing, that you leave the heater mounted where it is, but the 
clips can be unsnapped to allow a bit of access to the switch wires.

Rich
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 4:45 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Heaters


>I had been warned.  We had a local club drive today.  The temperature at
> departure was -3 C and went up to 9 above.  I had to leave at 9 to get to 
> the
> rendezvous point.  At about 8 am I turned on the heat tap and attempted to
> turn the fan on.  I neither heard a fan running nor did I feel a breeze. 
> I
> did find a green wire with electrical tape taped over it's end though.  I 
> see
> now that according to a schematic, the heater "motor" has a green wire 
> going
> to it.
>
>
>
> My wife was with me and we drove with side curtains and no hood.  It was 
> an
> hour drive at highway speeds to the rendezvous point; after which the 
> speed
> went down and the temperatures gradually warmed up.  I had a great time 
> and my
> wife was a great sport.
>
>
>
> I'm going to have to dig out that safety inspection and see if the heater 
> fan
> is a requirement.  I thought it was.
>
>
>
> I also learned that that chart in the manuals that gives speed to rpm in 
> the
> various gears doesn't match to my car.  I figured that I was doing almost
> 70mph, while I was really doing slightly less than 60mph, according to a 
> club
> member who followed me for a bit in his nondescript car.
>
>
>
> RD
>
> 55 BN1
>
>
>
>
>
> You would do well to try the heater some time before the meet, if you 
> haven't
> run it yet.
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From rjswain at hotmail.com  Sun Oct 18 18:20:12 2009
From: rjswain at hotmail.com (Rick Swain)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:20:12 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Dome Nut for Top Clamp
Message-ID: <SNT124-W55EAB04EC77A252C1A02AFB5C10@phx.gbl>

My BN4 is missing one of the dome (or acorn) nuts for one of the top clamps.
Part number is 14B8850. It doesn't have UNF threads so I can't just go to the
local hardware store for one. Nobody seems to list it in their catalogue (Moss
shows it but it's listed as NA) so I'm wondering if anybody has a spare. Any
help greatly appreciated.
Rick Swain'59 BN4
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From 57healey at gmail.com  Sun Oct 18 20:05:56 2009
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:05:56 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Dome Nut for Top Clamp
In-Reply-To: <SNT124-W55EAB04EC77A252C1A02AFB5C10@phx.gbl>
References: <SNT124-W55EAB04EC77A252C1A02AFB5C10@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0910181905x241bac5dhdd93e4054942da11@mail.gmail.com>

Contact Don Lenshow at Dun-Rite tools.  I bet he can help you.

On 10/18/09, Rick Swain <rjswain at hotmail.com> wrote:
> My BN4 is missing one of the dome (or acorn) nuts for one of the top clamps.
> Part number is 14B8850. It doesn't have UNF threads so I can't just go to
> the
> local hardware store for one. Nobody seems to list it in their catalogue
> (Moss
> shows it but it's listed as NA) so I'm wondering if anybody has a spare. Any
> help greatly appreciated.
> Rick Swain'59 BN4
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From 57healey at gmail.com  Sun Oct 18 20:08:45 2009
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:08:45 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Dome Nut for Top Clamp
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0910181905x241bac5dhdd93e4054942da11@mail.gmail.com>
References: <SNT124-W55EAB04EC77A252C1A02AFB5C10@phx.gbl>
	<743b1e2f0910181905x241bac5dhdd93e4054942da11@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0910181908r687cadcnf296ea89542c1a87@mail.gmail.com>

Actually I typed too fast, he has the dome cylinder head nuts

Sorry

On 10/18/09, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:
> Contact Don Lenshow at Dun-Rite tools.  I bet he can help you.
>
> On 10/18/09, Rick Swain <rjswain at hotmail.com> wrote:
>> My BN4 is missing one of the dome (or acorn) nuts for one of the top
>> clamps.
>> Part number is 14B8850. It doesn't have UNF threads so I can't just go to
>> the
>> local hardware store for one. Nobody seems to list it in their catalogue
>> (Moss
>> shows it but it's listed as NA) so I'm wondering if anybody has a spare.
>> Any
>> help greatly appreciated.
>> Rick Swain'59 BN4
>> _________________________________________________________________
>> New! Open Messenger faster on the MSN homepage
>> http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9677405
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>> You are subscribed as 57healey at gmail.com
>>
>> http://www.team.net/archive
>>
>
> --
> Sent from my mobile device
>
> 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 healeynut at hotmail.com  Sun Oct 18 20:49:56 2009
From: healeynut at hotmail.com (Don Hardie)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:49:56 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
In-Reply-To: <000001ca501f$46b4e930$d41ebb90$@net>
References: <a06200700c700f1188d0d@[192.168.1.100]>
	<D45D3541DD784FF79328BAACFAD52EF3@LIFEBOOK> 
Message-ID: <BAY116-W462A7F3AC69DCB7C9776D5BCC10@phx.gbl>

I just removed the front bushings drilled and tapped them and fitted a grease
nipple. While they were out I drove a tapered brass plug into the fulcrum pin
to stop the grease going to only one side as the grease will take the easy way
out.



Don

BN1

OZ

> From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net
> To: richchrysler at quickclic.net; healeys at autox.team.net;
s.hutchings at rogers.com
> Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:17:38 -0500
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
>
> To allow improved distribution of the grease, upon the suggestion of local
> AH club members, when rebuilding the front suspension on my 1959 BT7, we
> installed grease fittings on both the front and rear trunnin bushings. One
> just buys two front bushes instead of a front and rear. The Concours
> judges missed this.
>
> Ron
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Rich C
> Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 12:33 PM
> To: healeys at autox.team.net; Stephen Hutchings
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
>
> Stephen,
>
> The lower portion of the king pin is drilled hollow for the grease fitting
> on the very bottom to push the grease up inside the kingpin and out the
> grease hole of the pin to the lined up spiral grease channel in the lower
> bushing.
> To review, there are 3 grease fittings per kingpin assembly. one to the
> upper bushing, one (as above) from beneath, feeding up thru the pin to the
> lower bushing, and the third being into the end of the lower trunnion. I
> always assemble these lower trunnin bushings so the grease fitting is on
the
>
> forward one, an easier loaction to reach all the grease fittings from one
> position. I also make sure the top and bottom fittings are 45 or 90 degree
> ones so the nipples all face forward.
>
> Rich Chrysler
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Stephen Hutchings" <s.hutchings at rogers.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 12:25 PM
> Subject: [Healeys] King pin lubrication
>
>
> > This has probably come up before, and I have a vague memory of someone
> > complainig about it, but here's my question:
> > How the heck is the lower kingpin bushing lubricated, other than upon
> > assembly? Is the grease suppposed to dribble down from the upper bushing?
> > Intuitively, one would expect another grease fitting.
> >
> > Stephen, BJ8
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 18 20:55:49 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:55:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Heaters
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com><4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net><BAY112-W1744BD909AF8D4168B2D2FB8C40@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W30FAE23056992C12CFCC0BB8C20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <002e01ca5067$aa83ac10$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

Try bypassing the blower switch and shorting the 2 blower wires together. 
Take your GPS with
you next for a speedometer reading.   Works great.

MARK


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 4:45 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Heaters


>I had been warned.  We had a local club drive today.  The temperature at
> departure was -3 C and went up to 9 above.  I had to leave at 9 to get to 
> the
> rendezvous point.  At about 8 am I turned on the heat tap and attempted to
> turn the fan on.  I neither heard a fan running nor did I feel a breeze. 
> I
> did find a green wire with electrical tape taped over it's end though.  I 
> see
> now that according to a schematic, the heater "motor" has a green wire 
> going
> to it.
>
>
>
> My wife was with me and we drove with side curtains and no hood.  It was 
> an
> hour drive at highway speeds to the rendezvous point; after which the 
> speed
> went down and the temperatures gradually warmed up.  I had a great time 
> and my
> wife was a great sport.
>
>
>
> I'm going to have to dig out that safety inspection and see if the heater 
> fan
> is a requirement.  I thought it was.
>
>
>
> I also learned that that chart in the manuals that gives speed to rpm in 
> the
> various gears doesn't match to my car.  I figured that I was doing almost
> 70mph, while I was really doing slightly less than 60mph, according to a 
> club
> member who followed me for a bit in his nondescript car.
>
>
>
> RD
>
> 55 BN1
>
>
>
>
>
> You would do well to try the heater some time before the meet, if you 
> haven't
> run it yet.
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> Healeys at autox.team.net
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Sun Oct 18 23:40:24 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:40:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
Message-ID: <251040.62325.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Liters,
Anyone know of a source for magnetic drain plugs for Healey engine/gearbox?
Or, if not an easy source of short magnets that can be added to std plugs?
Also, anyone know of a source for 1 1/2 inch dia round black dial voltmeter
and clock?  Needed to fit within the radio grill to preserve the look rather
than building a new set up - 2 inch is too big.

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   

From aon.912808691 at aon.at  Mon Oct 19 02:59:49 2009
From: aon.912808691 at aon.at (Reinhart Rosner (aon))
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:59:49 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu><A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
	<751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAAM4JZLAtduJAuxh/CyGPzi8BAAAAAA==@aon.at>

I ordered my new ali standard head from Cape International in the UK. Does
anyone know where this one comes from and something about the quality?

Reinhart 



Reinhart Rosner
55 100 BN 1
Vienna - Austria
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Mon Oct 19 05:17:54 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu><A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell><751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
	<!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAAM4JZLAtduJAuxh/CyGPzi8BAAAAAA==@aon.at>
Message-ID: <000e01ca50ad$ce0cf380$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

They come from China and they are made from the radioactive components of 
the
old electronic equipment that we send over there for disposal.



Why would you order something that expensive and then do your research??????


My first comment above was not true of course.


Mark

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Reinhart Rosner (aon)" <aon.912808691 at aon.at>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 4:59 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Alloy Heads


>I ordered my new ali standard head from Cape International in the UK. Does
> anyone know where this one comes from and something about the quality?
>
> Reinhart
>
>
>
> Reinhart Rosner
> 55 100 BN 1
> Vienna - Austria
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>
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From aon.912808691 at aon.at  Mon Oct 19 05:58:15 2009
From: aon.912808691 at aon.at (Reinhart Rosner (aon))
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:58:15 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <000e01ca50ad$ce0cf380$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu><A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell><751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
	<!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAAM4JZLAtduJAuxh/CyGPzi8BAAAAAA==@aon.at>
	<000e01ca50ad$ce0cf380$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAACO3O+3m5zhEg/ZRy5M/+aEBAAAAAA==@aon.at>

Mark,

My mechanic recommended either Cape or Denis Welch.

As I had to order not only the head I asked both of them as well as AH
Spares and A Head 4 Healeys for an offer. And they were the only ones who
asked me for details regarding the parts I need and after that with a
COMPLETE offer. Then I compared the prices as far as possible. Cape was a
little bit more expensive but with the service they offered I decided to
order there.

You are right that research before ordering would be the better way. But as
my mechanic and some Healey-friends in Austria made good experience with
Cape I ordered there. And as this discussion started I just want to know and
hopefully get some confirmation.

Reinhart

-----Urspr|ngliche Nachricht-----
Von: Mark LaPierre [mailto:lapierrem at sbcglobal.net]
Gesendet: Montag, 19. Oktober 2009 13:18
An: Reinhart Rosner (aon); healeys at autox.team.net
Betreff: Re: [Healeys] Alloy Heads

They come from China and they are made from the radioactive components of
the
old electronic equipment that we send over there for disposal.



Why would you order something that expensive and then do your research??????


My first comment above was not true of course.


Mark

----- Original Message -----
From: "Reinhart Rosner (aon)" <aon.912808691 at aon.at>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 4:59 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Alloy Heads


>I ordered my new ali standard head from Cape International in the UK. Does
> anyone know where this one comes from and something about the quality?
>
> Reinhart
>
>
>
> Reinhart Rosner
> 55 100 BN 1
> Vienna - Austria
> Healeys at autox.team.net
> http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
>
> You are subscribed as aon.912808691 at aon.at
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Oct 19 06:12:22 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:12:22 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <251040.62325.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <251040.62325.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910190512r20d50860hba531d8b37ab79f2@mail.gmail.com>

Robert -

http://www.cape-international.com/capeshop.php?parttypes=14&thepart=2H4685M

http://holden.co.uk/displayproducts.asp?sg=2&pgCode=070&sgName=Hardware&pgName=Gauges&agCode=0646&agName=Clocks

http://holden.co.uk/displayproduct.asp?sg=2&pgCode=070&sgName=Hardware&pgName=Gauges&agCode=0625&agName=Eclipse+Instruments&pCode=070.313

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Liters,
> Anyone know of a source for magnetic drain plugs for Healey engine/gearbox?
> Or, if not an easy source of short magnets that can be added to std plugs?
> Also, anyone know of a source for 1 1/2 inch dia round black dial voltmeter
> and clock?  Needed to fit within the radio grill to preserve the look
> rather
> than building a new set up - 2 inch is too big.
>
> Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From dwhite4949 at wowway.com  Mon Oct 19 06:45:02 2009
From: dwhite4949 at wowway.com (Daniel and Diane White)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:45:02 -0400
Subject: [Healeys]  Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
Message-ID: <4ADC5F4E.5030307@wowway.com>

Robert-
Try British Car Specialists for the magnetic drain plug for the engine.
Dan White
'62 BN7 MkII


Listers,
Anyone know of a source for magnetic drain plugs for Healey engine/gearbox?
Or, if not an easy source of short magnets that can be added to std plugs?
Also, anyone know of a source for 1 1/2 inch dia round black dial voltmeter
and clock?  Needed to fit within the radio grill to preserve the look rather
than building a new set up - 2 inch is too big.

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 19 06:52:00 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 05:52:00 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
Message-ID: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Thinking of putting combination lap/shoulder belts in the BJ-7.  Anyone have a
good source? Installation tips?

Thanks,
Rick

From rjswain at hotmail.com  Mon Oct 19 07:28:16 2009
From: rjswain at hotmail.com (Rick Swain)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:28:16 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
In-Reply-To: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <SNT124-W42F24072394C3649BCFF4FB5C10@phx.gbl>

I got mine from BCS and at the same time the original style mounting hardware.
Installed them as per the factory workshop manual. Look good, work good (I
guess - fortunately haven't had to test them out).
Rick Swain
> Thinking of putting combination lap/shoulder belts in the BJ-7.  Anyone have
a
> good source? Installation tips?


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From Warthodson at aol.com  Mon Oct 19 08:02:29 2009
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:02:29 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Temp gauge Reading
Message-ID: <c96.4bd2855f.380dcb75@aol.com>

Wood is a very poor conductor of heat, which is probably good in this  
situation because the fuel is probably cooler that its surroundings.
Gary Hodson
 
 
In a message dated 10/18/2009 3:47:26 P.M. Central Daylight Time,  
eyera3 at gmail.com writes:

try a  few wooden clothespins on the metal fuel supply
line to help  radiate  heat away from supply line.

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Mon Oct 19 08:03:43 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:03:43 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
In-Reply-To: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4ADC71BF.2090006@chello.nl>

As in other rag tops the usual place for the reel is on an fabricated 
bracket low down on the rear wheel well and the slider on the top of the 
rear wheel well. In both locations proper reinforments like spreader 
plates have to made up. Have a good look in late MGB, Triumph TR6, 
Jensen Healey, Triumph Spitfire, MG Midget, Mazda MX5 etc.
Make sure that the position of the buckle is no higher than the seat 
squab and that the lapbelt is positioned over the thighs/low on the hip 
bones and never over the abdomen.
In my Jensen Healey the original buckle is placed dangerously high. I 
have replaced the seatbelts with items with very short buckle 
cable/strap. I think they are from a MINI.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

HealeyRick schreef:
> Thinking of putting combination lap/shoulder belts in the BJ-7.  Anyone have a
> good source? Installation tips?
>
> Thanks,
> Rick
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Mon Oct 19 08:13:39 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:13:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] (no subject)
Message-ID: <002601ca50c6$5bb66ff0$13234fd0$@net>

To continue the thread on Dick O'Kane "How to Repair Your Foreign Car" I
found the following short stories by him at:

http://wetwesties1.tripod.com/

Also there are other books by him at:

http://www.abebooks.com/search/isbn/0385048521

Interesting to me is that when you Google (or Yahoo as I do) Dick O'Kane 99
per cent of the listings are for submariner Rear Admiral Dick O'Kane who in
WWII was awarded almost every medal that can be awarded including the Medal
of Honor, three Navy Crosses, three Silver Stars, Legion of Merit, Purple
Heart and Prisoner of War medal. Gotta get his book also.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com

From Warthodson at aol.com  Mon Oct 19 08:18:16 2009
From: Warthodson at aol.com (Warthodson at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:18:16 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Sprite front tube shock conversion
Message-ID: <c27.6d092919.380dcf28@aol.com>

I am trying to locate a source for a Sprite (Bugeye) front tube shock  
conversion kit for a friend. We are aware of the SC Parts kit. Are there any  
other companies offering such an item?
Thanks,
Gary Hodson

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Oct 19 08:26:16 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:26:16 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Heaters
In-Reply-To: <11F76137108D448486F195DD867D46E5@LIFEBOOK>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com><4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net><BAY112-W1744BD909AF8D4168B2D2FB8C40@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W30FAE23056992C12CFCC0BB8C20@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W6E36562282C00D82CEB83B8C10@phx.gbl>

You're right on that!



With my progressive glasses, it can be hard to see things sometimes if I can't
tilt my head just right and have the right light.  What I found was 2 black
wires exiting the heater case and a green wire with the end taped up hanging
down behind the dash.  I jumped to a conclusion and went in the house to check
for schematics and found one where it showed a green and a black wire.  So, I
assumed ( incorrectly, it seems ) that that was the green wire.  I couldn't
see the back of the black pair of wires but felt back trying to see where they
went.  At that point I had seen the green wire and was looking to find where
it should connect to ( though it was obviously too short ).



I also later found reference to a second valve that should have been opened,
near the water pump, but the car was up on the hoist at that point in the
evening and it remains a mystery to me.  I'll check later.



Moving the rheostat from one end to the other got me nothing.  I did it a
number of times, just in case a bit of motion might clean the contacts a bit.



I should have enough info now to track this down.



It was certainly a fun drive though!!

http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/2009FallTour.jpg



Thanks!

RD


> From: richchrysler at quickclic.net
>
> Robert,
>
> As a new owner you should have checked out the blower before the day you
were
> going to need it.

>
> Two black wires with male bullet ends come out of the blower case from the
> rotary switch at the face of the heater and go toward the firewall. One of
> these will fasten to a spare green wire and the other to a black ground
> wire. When you turn the switch on clockwise, it will be full on and reduce
> speed the further clockwise you turn it.
>
> I recommend that unless you have further problems like the fan blades
> hitting the casing, that you leave the heater mounted where it is, but the
> clips can be unsnapped to allow a bit of access to the switch wires.
>
> Rich
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
> >I had been warned. We had a local club drive today. The temperature at
> > departure was -3 C and went up to 9 above. I had to leave at 9 to get to
> > the
> > rendezvous point. At about 8 am I turned on the heat tap and attempted to
> > turn the fan on. I neither heard a fan running nor did I feel a breeze.
> > I
> > did find a green wire with electrical tape taped over it's end though. I
> > see
> > now that according to a schematic, the heater "motor" has a green wire
> > going
> > to it.
> >
> > My wife was with me and we drove with side curtains and no hood. It was
> > an
> > hour drive at highway speeds to the rendezvous point; after which the
> > speed
> > went down and the temperatures gradually warmed up. I had a great time
> > and my
> > wife was a great sport.

> >
> > RD
> > 55 BN1

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Oct 19 08:53:39 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 22:53:39 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Temp gauge Reading
In-Reply-To: <3726D8075AD3499C839EE58F53DA8DB6@DONPCXPS>
References: <3726D8075AD3499C839EE58F53DA8DB6@DONPCXPS>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910190753ibb18de9u8cf4595a05629b6e@mail.gmail.com>

You likely have worn throttle shaft/bushings, which when the carb gets
hot they start allowing too much air into the carb, leaning out the
idle mixture, causing it to stall.  The only solution here is to have
your carbs professionally rebuilt.  Sometimes just replacing the
throttle shafts is good enough if you are lucky.

Alan

On 10/19/09, donham <donham1 at cox.net> wrote:
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: donham
> Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 2:25 PM
> Subject: Fw: Temp gauge Reading
>
>
> Need advice on my problem. When the outside temp is between 80-90 degrees my
> BJ7 wants to stall after stop and go traffic when the temp gauge reaches
> 190-200. Today with the outside temp in the 69-72 range I had no problem.
> Tempo gauge stayed at 160-170.
> Any help is appreciated.
> DH
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'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From scvc70 at epix.net  Mon Oct 19 09:11:51 2009
From: scvc70 at epix.net (Carr&Edwards)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 11:11:51 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred
References: <F0FB4D38DE9E4ECEB44E5911DE9F9356@computer624080><471534970910151034u172dcc59s7676424f47bcfdd7@mail.gmail.com>
	<01C84667F59D4FEBA00D18593ACBE52D@GregPC>
Message-ID: <8F2D7F710D3145A2B867CFBF93110D94@computer624080>

If someone on the list does buy it, would you let us all know the good news? 
(And I'll extend our thanks to the friend who alerted me to it.)

Sarah Carr
BN1 in PA


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Greg Lemon" <glemon at neb.rr.com>
Cc: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 9:43 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Arizona Hundred


> Actually that is one of the nicest 100s I have seen for less than $5000 or 
> so in many years, looks pretty straight and complete despite the motor. 
> Some poor sap looking for a 100 on the internet that they could afford for 
> years probably missed it because the dude selling it mispelled "Healey" 
> (I always search on "Healey" Austin gives too many hits) I would bet with 
> the list publicity it gets sold pretty fast.
>
> Greg Lemon

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Mon Oct 19 09:21:54 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:21:54 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Just when I thought is was safe....
In-Reply-To: <bc4.54146a79.380a5f1d@aol.com>
References: <bc4.54146a79.380a5f1d@aol.com>
Message-ID: <276F7F4B-0CFB-4239-BE9B-EBAF386DFD11@sbcglobal.net>

Gary, we have several good used doors that may save  you a lot of  
headaces



David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
..
..

On Oct 16, 2009, at 4:43 PM, Gbouff1 at aol.com wrote:

> Fellow restorers,
>
> I purchased a 1960 BN7 from an acquaintance that was retiring to  
> Florida,
> knowing that the car had a lot of hidden sins and needed a total  
> ground up
> restoration.  He purchased the car 15 years prior and just drove  
> it  as-is.
> I've stripped it down to the last nut and bolt and I'm now in the   
> process
> of repairing/replacing, well pretty much everything.  I've come   
> across a
> lot of boneheaded repairs during the process.
>
> I thought that I was done with surprises, but....
>
> The bottom 4" of each door need to be replaced.  I've gotten somewhat
> handy with a welder and body hammers so I figured that I would make  
> my own patch
>  panels.  I first made a sheet metal template from the original driver
> (left  hand) door as it had no previous body work.  I then reversed  
> it and mated
>  it to the passenger door to see how close the match was.
>
> Guess what?  The passenger door is 1/2" shorter than the driver   
> door!  My
> best guess, judging by the poor quality of a previous extremely   
> low budget
> restoration attempt, is that the door wouldn't fit properly and   
> someone
> just cut off a 1/2" to fit it in the door frame.
>
> I guess the doors are going to take a little longer than I expected.
>
> Gary Bouffard
> Working on my tan by the light of the MIG torch.
>
> P.S.   Maybe we should start a thread on the crazy repairs made by   
> DPOs
> that we have found while restoring our cars.
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From walt2727 at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 19 09:31:57 2009
From: walt2727 at yahoo.com (Walt Peterson)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:31:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Glove Box Lock
Message-ID: <688588.18388.qm@web31402.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Healey 3000 on E-bay, 100 bucks, six days.
 
Walt

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Mon Oct 19 09:47:01 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:47:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw: Temp gauge Reading
In-Reply-To: <c96.4bd2855f.380dcb75@aol.com>
References: <c96.4bd2855f.380dcb75@aol.com>
Message-ID: <173126440910190847t1837a433j736cb50b119e0029@mail.gmail.com>

that may be, not sure what your point is. just know its an old school trick
that has worked for me for many years. I had a 65 Oldsmobile in 1973 in HS,
always vvapor locked in the summer. Clothespin trick worked every time, as
with my Healey.

On Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 7:02 AM, <Warthodson at aol.com> wrote:

>  Wood is a very poor conductor of heat, which is probably good in this
> situation because the fuel is probably cooler that its surroundings.
> Gary Hodson
>
>  In a message dated 10/18/2009 3:47:26 P.M. Central Daylight Time,
> eyera3 at gmail.com writes:
>
> try a few wooden clothespins on the metal fuel supply
> line to help  radiate heat away from supply line.
>
>


-- 
I Erbs
Portland, OR

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Mon Oct 19 09:49:08 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:49:08 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
Message-ID: <E03B9F2291E34470A995355E910FCF16@tm>

Hi there,

 

I ordered mine from DW, along with other engine parts - no problem and a
good post-sales service.

 

Why don't you ask them where is the head coming from? I think there are just
2 sources: DW and SC.

 

Best, Tadek

 

BTW. DW has superb shipping prices! - 80GPB for over 60kg to Poland..

 

 

----- Original Message ----- 

From: "Reinhart Rosner (aon)" < >

To: <healeys at autox.team.net>

Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 4:59 AM

Subject: Re: [Healeys] Alloy Heads

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Mon Oct 19 11:03:04 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:03:04 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Sprite front tube shock conversion
In-Reply-To: <c27.6d092919.380dcf28@aol.com>
References: <c27.6d092919.380dcf28@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4ADC9BC8.7030002@chello.nl>

SPAX, Billstein and/or Koni?
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Warthodson at aol.com schreef:
> I am trying to locate a source for a Sprite (Bugeye) front tube shock  
> conversion kit for a friend. We are aware of the SC Parts kit. Are there any  
> other companies offering such an item?
> Thanks,
> Gary Hodson
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From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Mon Oct 19 11:23:53 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:23:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
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References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu><A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell><751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <4ADCA0A9.3050205@comcast.net>

I've been sort of following this thread, but don't recall seeing 
anything mentioned about the DMD six cylinder head from Australia.  Some 
of the racers, especially from down under, ran this when they came over 
to the USA in 2005.  Jeff Jonck also ran the whole DMD engine.  I think 
that it has its own rocker cover that also supports the rocker shaft.  
Does this still exist?
Charlie

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From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 19 11:25:03 2009
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:25:03 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
In-Reply-To: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <404482.47857.qm@web30304.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hello Rick;  Here are three primary sources that I have on file.  I have no
experience with any of them and can not provide any recommendations. 
 
Quickfit Safety Belt Service            http://www.quickfitsbs.com
Stuart Quick @ Inertia House, Lowther Road, Stanmore, Middlesex. UK  HA7 1EP
Tel: (020) 8206 0101          fax: (020) 8206-0599
 
Ando Auto                     http://www.andoauto.com/seat_belts3.htm
 
Securon [ Seat Belt & Harness Manufacturer ]
http://www.securon.co.uk/seat_belt_harness_road_vehicles.htm

 
Regarding installation, you may wish to check out the AHCSO listing "Austin
Service Journal" at:
http://www.ahcso.com/TechTalk/TechTalk.htm   / 
http://www.ahcso.com/TechTalk/Seat%20Belt-ASJ.pdf
It is dated Nov 1961 so does not apply specifically to the BJ7 but it may be
of help.
 
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives

--- On Mon, 10/19/09, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote: << Thinking of
putting combination lap/shoulder belts in the BJ-7.  Anyone have a good
source? Installation tips? Thanks, Rick >>
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From glemon at neb.rr.com  Mon Oct 19 11:33:31 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:33:31 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Sprite front tube shock conversion
In-Reply-To: <4ADC9BC8.7030002@chello.nl>
References: <c27.6d092919.380dcf28@aol.com> <4ADC9BC8.7030002@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <7B745CEF1CC4437C80B3036385770C6E@GregPC>

Mini Mania in california (Spridget Mania) sells such a kit, not cheap, 

http://www.spridgetmania.com/web/Item/1600%2FFLD/InvDetail.cfm

Greg Lemon

From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Mon Oct 19 11:46:03 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:46:03 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Glove Box Lock
In-Reply-To: <688588.18388.qm@web31402.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <688588.18388.qm@web31402.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <C92F38CA-1168-4604-B66B-A6BD5726D403@bornet.net>

Reproduced glove box locks are soon going to be available. Last month  
I saw the prototype at A Head 4 Healeys and it looked very good.

Magnus Karlsson
Sweden


19 okt 2009 kl. 17.31 skrev Walt Peterson <walt2727 at yahoo.com>:

> Healey 3000 on E-bay, 100 bucks, six days.
>
> Walt
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Mon Oct 19 12:09:25 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 11:09:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <4ADCA0A9.3050205@comcast.net>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell> 
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Price $6800.00 AUD plus taxes and freight
from DMD site...
6,800.00 AUD=6,306.30 USD  or  4,219.07 EUR
what do the others cost. They do look good.....

On Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 10:23 AM, Charlie Baldwin <mgcharlie at comcast.net>wrote:

> I've been sort of following this thread, but don't recall seeing
> anything mentioned about the DMD six cylinder head from Australia.  Some
> of the racers, especially from down under, ran this when they came over
> to the USA in 2005.  Jeff Jonck also ran the whole DMD engine.  I think
> that it has its own rocker cover that also supports the rocker shaft.
> Does this still exist?
> Charlie
>
> [demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type text/x-vcard which had a name
> of mgcharlie.vcf]
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Mon Oct 19 12:48:31 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:48:31 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
In-Reply-To: <404482.47857.qm@web30304.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <404482.47857.qm@web30304.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4ADCB47F.1070504@chello.nl>

Securon is a firm that already made and devellopped seatbelts and in car 
child seats or harnasses in the mid 70's, when I came accross them 
during homologation work at TNO, the Dutch TRRL/MIRA/BSI, probably they 
were at it even earlier.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


J. Scott Morris schreef:
> Hello Rick;  Here are three primary sources that I have on file.  I have no
> experience with any of them and can not provide any recommendations. 
>  
> Quickfit Safety Belt Service            http://www.quickfitsbs.com
> Stuart Quick @ Inertia House, Lowther Road, Stanmore, Middlesex. UK  HA7 1EP
> Tel: (020) 8206 0101          fax: (020) 8206-0599
>  
> Ando Auto                     http://www.andoauto.com/seat_belts3.htm
>  
> Securon [ Seat Belt & Harness Manufacturer ]
> http://www.securon.co.uk/seat_belt_harness_road_vehicles.htm
>
>  
> Regarding installation, you may wish to check out the AHCSO listing "Austin
> Service Journal" at:
> http://www.ahcso.com/TechTalk/TechTalk.htm   / 
> http://www.ahcso.com/TechTalk/Seat%20Belt-ASJ.pdf
> It is dated Nov 1961 so does not apply specifically to the BJ7 but it may be
> of help.
>  
> --Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
> J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives
>
> --- On Mon, 10/19/09, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote: << Thinking of
> putting combination lap/shoulder belts in the BJ-7.  Anyone have a good
> source? Installation tips? Thanks, Rick >>
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From kipannette at hotmail.com  Mon Oct 19 13:20:46 2009
From: kipannette at hotmail.com (Kip Williams)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:20:46 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] FW:  Fw: Temp gauge Reading
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From: kipannette at hotmail.com
To: eyera3 at gmail.com
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Fw: Temp gauge Reading
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:14:27 +0000



> that may be, not sure what your point is. just know its an old school trick
> that has worked for me for many years. I had a 65 Oldsmobile in 1973 in HS,
> always vvapor locked in the summer. Clothespin trick worked every time, as
> with my Healey.


> > Wood is a very poor conductor of heat, which is probably good in this
> > situation because the fuel is probably cooler that its surroundings.

Maybe the wood is working as an insulator from convected heat.



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From 57healey at gmail.com  Mon Oct 19 13:38:39 2009
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:38:39 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Dome Nut for Top Clamp
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0910181908r687cadcnf296ea89542c1a87@mail.gmail.com>
References: <SNT124-W55EAB04EC77A252C1A02AFB5C10@phx.gbl>
	<743b1e2f0910181905x241bac5dhdd93e4054942da11@mail.gmail.com>
	<743b1e2f0910181908r687cadcnf296ea89542c1a87@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0910191238y590d87c7v792804296451404d@mail.gmail.com>

Ed says his Google is broken, so he can't find Don's site.  It does
NOT have the dome nut for the top clampn but has some other Healey
bits including the Longbridge domed rocker cover.

Its www.dunritetool.com

Thanks
Patton



On 10/18/09, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:
> Actually I typed too fast, he has the dome cylinder head nuts
>
> Sorry
>
> On 10/18/09, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:
>> Contact Don Lenshow at Dun-Rite tools.  I bet he can help you.
>>
>> On 10/18/09, Rick Swain <rjswain at hotmail.com> wrote:
>>> My BN4 is missing one of the dome (or acorn) nuts for one of the top
>>> clamps.
>>> Part number is 14B8850. It doesn't have UNF threads so I can't just go
>>> to
>>> the
>>> local hardware store for one. Nobody seems to list it in their catalogue
>>> (Moss
>>> shows it but it's listed as NA) so I'm wondering if anybody has a spare.
>>> Any
>>> help greatly appreciated.
>>> Rick Swain'59 BN4
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>> --
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>>
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>> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
>>
>
> --
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>
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> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
>

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From pieters at pt.lu  Mon Oct 19 13:56:26 2009
From: pieters at pt.lu (Pieter and Linda)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:56:26 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <E03B9F2291E34470A995355E910FCF16@tm>
References: <E03B9F2291E34470A995355E910FCF16@tm>
Message-ID: <0594C1FD-A1FA-4852-800C-4BB4335567D3@pt.lu>

Thanks to all for the advice and info. Looks like I should go with the  
DW head. Seems I am slowly rebuilding my engine into a DW engine,  
piece by piece,
cheers,
Pieter

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Mon Oct 19 14:21:59 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:21:59 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
Message-ID: <c36.5cbe3cb2.380e2467@aol.com>

Charlie--
 
I believe it was actually a 3.3 liter engine and yes the valve cover lid  
bolts down at the top for increased stiffness, though I don't know how the  
bottom of the cover is attached to the head.  Whatever it was a work of  art.
 
Best--Michael Oritt
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
-------
 
 
In a message dated 10/19/2009 1:50:21 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
mgcharlie at comcast.net writes:

Jeff  Jonck also ran the whole DMD engine.  I think 
that it has its own  rocker cover that also supports the rocker shaft.  
Does this still  exist?

From sales at justbrits.com  Mon Oct 19 14:35:46 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:35:46 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Sprite front tube shock conversion
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References: <c27.6d092919.380dcf28@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4ADCCDA2.20405@justbrits.com>

<< I am trying to locate a source for a Sprite (Bugeye) front tube shoc
kconversion kit for a friend. >>

Gary, although I DO offer a couple of kits (the cheapest
being about $1200 USD) I would STRONGLY urge your
friend to contact Peter Caldwell at World  Wide Auto
Parts and discuss re-building his.  Peter can and will
re-valve for usages as customer wants.  Add the fact
that his rebuilt shox have a Life Time Warrentee to the
fact of far less money spent <G> !!

Beefing up the front end of a 50 year OLD vehicle does
not seem like a very SAFE idea to me.

Ed
Please visit MY site at:
www.justbrits.com

PS:  Contact me direct if you would still like pricing.

From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Mon Oct 19 14:52:27 2009
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John & Kerry Rowe)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:52:27 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <0594C1FD-A1FA-4852-800C-4BB4335567D3@pt.lu>
Message-ID: <20091019205230.PYSM28036.nskntotgx03p.mx.bigpond.com@rowe4323ef3cc5>

Go on Pieter, don't play around on the edges, just buy a Dave Woodhouse one
(DMD)and be done with it. Much better arrangement
Regards John

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Pieter and Linda
Sent: Tuesday, 20 October 2009 5:56 AM
To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Alloy Heads

Thanks to all for the advice and info. Looks like I should go with the  
DW head. Seems I am slowly rebuilding my engine into a DW engine,  
piece by piece,
cheers,
Pieter
_______________________________________________

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Mon Oct 19 15:43:57 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:43:57 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
References: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <002401ca5105$4b95df40$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

I can send an epic of my Securon set up to see if it would work for you. 
My car is a BT7.

Just drop me a line,  Mark

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "HealeyRick" <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 8:52 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source


> Thinking of putting combination lap/shoulder belts in the BJ-7.  Anyone 
> have a
> good source? Installation tips?
>
> Thanks,
> Rick
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From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Mon Oct 19 15:55:40 2009
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:55:40 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
In-Reply-To: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
References: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4ADCE05C.1050202@earthlink.net>

I'm using the inertia reel set sold by British Car Specialists.  I did 
make my own bracket to mount the (shoulder harness) retractor to the car.

HealeyRick wrote:
> Thinking of putting combination lap/shoulder belts in the BJ-7.  Anyone have a
> good source? Installation tips?
> 
> Thanks,
> Rick
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From keithbailey5 at bigpond.com  Mon Oct 19 16:32:58 2009
From: keithbailey5 at bigpond.com (Keith Bailey)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:32:58 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey
Message-ID: <52BA200FBC864F0EB93FC742F816D7E8@KeithDell>

Hi All
        I would like to thank the members who responded to my enquiree on a
pending trip to Pebble Beach
        Regards Keith

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Mon Oct 19 16:38:34 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:38:34 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
In-Reply-To: <002401ca5105$4b95df40$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <727654.42340.qm@web51402.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
	<002401ca5105$4b95df40$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <03AB70A0-1E93-43EF-BDD8-DBA4BF58FD58@sbcglobal.net>

We have the Securon retractable seat belts in stock, available in  
several colors.




David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Oct 19, 2009, at 2:43 PM, Mark LaPierre wrote:

> I can send an epic of my Securon set up to see if it would work for  
> you. My car is a BT7.
>
> Just drop me a line,  Mark
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "HealeyRick" <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
> To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 8:52 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Shoulder Belt Source
>
>
>> Thinking of putting combination lap/shoulder belts in the BJ-7.   
>> Anyone have a
>> good source? Installation tips?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Rick
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From rodshepherd at optusnet.com.au  Mon Oct 19 17:02:05 2009
From: rodshepherd at optusnet.com.au (Rod Shepherd)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:02:05 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <0594C1FD-A1FA-4852-800C-4BB4335567D3@pt.lu>
References: <E03B9F2291E34470A995355E910FCF16@tm>
	<0594C1FD-A1FA-4852-800C-4BB4335567D3@pt.lu>
Message-ID: <F6DCDAC7B8704DEFA325A12799663AF6@rodc151a3a212b>

Pieter,
Have you taken a look at the website listed below, it might be worth it in
the long run.
Rod Shepherd.

www.dmdaustralia.com.au

From ATIGHTPROD at aol.com  Mon Oct 19 17:08:09 2009
From: ATIGHTPROD at aol.com (ATIGHTPROD at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:08:09 EDT
Subject: [Healeys]  Non Healey
Message-ID: <c31.65de8cdf.380e4b59@aol.com>

Keith,
    Wanted to add my two cents. I went last year for  the first time and 
had a ball. I camped out at the track with a fellow club  member, Ray Juncal 
and near Tracy Drummond's (President AHClub USA) camp ground.  I drove my BN1 
up from southern California along the coast line, some of the  most 
beautiful coast line in the entire world I might add, and though it  took longer, 
the views were spectacular and well worth it. 
    Not only were the races fun, but running around the  Monterey Peninsula 
for the days I was there was a kick in the pants. We  went to Carmel to 
view the Pebble Beach cars for free as they drove them in from  their caravan, 
we saw an amazing eclectic collection of cars at the Baja Cantina  bar-b-que 
and though we didn't catch the actual Pebble Beach show or any  auctions, I 
will be going back again because it was so much fun.
    If you are going to trek all the way from  Australia, take some extra 
time either before or after the events to do some  California sight seeing, 
as most of this area is a sight to behold. You'll have  much fun and with 
just a little effort, you'll meet some really great people to  boot. Well worth 
it in my book.
Steven Kingsbury
BN1 #598  
 
 
  
____________________________________
 From: keithbailey5 at bigpond.com
To: Healeys at autox.team.net
Sent:  10/19/2009 3:49:21 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time
Subj: [Healeys] Non  Healey


Hi All
I would like to thank  the members who responded to my enquiree on a
pending trip to Pebble  Beach
Regards  Keith
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 19 17:23:24 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:23:24 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Nasty Healey
Message-ID: <919965.41884.qm@web51409.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Guys,

With all respect to the concours folks (and yeah,I've been a judge for the
Sprites), some of us see our Healeys a little different. So I've been doing a
5.0 liter swap into my BJ-7.  I'm chasing a dream from college when a Ford 289
motored BJ-8 regularly dusted the hottest of Detroit muscle. Watch my progress
here: http://forum.britishv8.org/read.php?13,8264

From wwscpo at aol.com  Mon Oct 19 17:47:29 2009
From: wwscpo at aol.com (wwscpo at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:47:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
Message-ID: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>

Hello all,



Would someone tell me what kind of wood is used in the interior; eg., back
panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible side and top rail
pieces of a BJ8?  I would guess cedar, mahogany, or teak for weather
resistance.

Bill Schumann

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Oct 19 18:12:12 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:12:12 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910191712p6b0f016bwbfc40a13599383fc@mail.gmail.com>

I think mahogany was used almost exclusively in major production
British cars, with teak only in low production cars.   BJ8 backrest is
marine plywood.


On 10/20/09, wwscpo at aol.com <wwscpo at aol.com> wrote:
> Hello all,
>
>
>
> Would someone tell me what kind of wood is used in the interior; eg., back
> panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible side and top rail
> pieces of a BJ8?  I would guess cedar, mahogany, or teak for weather
> resistance.
>
> Bill Schumann
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'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From gmuttart at eastlink.ca  Mon Oct 19 20:12:29 2009
From: gmuttart at eastlink.ca (Geoff Muttart)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:12:29 -0300
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone care to check out a car in Victoria, BC for me?
Message-ID: <D2CEB5DB3F984444A0F1BF7B010468FE@FAMILY>

If there are any listers in Victoria, BC, Canada, who would like to check
out a car for me, please contact me off-list.  

 

Thanks

Geoff

Nova Scotia, Canada

From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 19 20:42:59 2009
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:42:59 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Dome Nut for Top Clamp
In-Reply-To: <SNT124-W55EAB04EC77A252C1A02AFB5C10@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <130997.15881.qm@web30304.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hello Rick;
 
Check out Restoration Specialties; they may have what you want.     
http://www.restorationspecialties.com/catalog.htm  After you download the
catalog, scroll down to about page 165-170 to the "lift the dot" page. 
 
Another option is to check with British Car
Specialists at  www.britishcarspecialists.com  Try page 36 in their Rare Parts
Catalogue.
 
Hope this helps Rick.  Good luck.
 
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives

--- On Sun, 10/18/09, Rick Swain <rjswain at hotmail.com> wrote: << My BN4 is
missing one of the dome (or acorn) nuts for one of the top clamps.  Part
number is 14B8850. It doesn't have UNF threads so I can't just go to the local
hardware store for one. Nobody seems to list it in their catalogue (Moss shows
it but it's listed as NA) so I'm wondering if anybody has a spare. Any help
greatly appreciated.  Rick Swain'59 BN4 >>



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From ktee20 at gmail.com  Mon Oct 19 20:44:00 2009
From: ktee20 at gmail.com (keith taylor)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:44:00 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAAM4JZLAtduJAuxh/CyGPzi8BAAAAAA==@aon.at>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
	<751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <5a607cf80910191944p600c5864r75d4719a91585ec2@mail.gmail.com>

To muddy the water here is another supplier webcon.co.uk @ 1599 pound
anybody know who they are ?

Keith Taylor
WAMBERAL OZ
BN1
BN2
100M.......if I ever finish them
2009/10/19 Reinhart Rosner (aon) <aon.912808691 at aon.at>

> I ordered my new ali standard head from Cape International in the UK. Does
> anyone know where this one comes from and something about the quality?
>
> Reinhart
>
>
>
> Reinhart Rosner
> 55 100 BN 1
> Vienna - Austria
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Tue Oct 20 01:16:59 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:16:59 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <4ADD63EB.7010204@chello.nl>

Wooden automotive frames are usually made from ash. After construction 
treat the wood to prevent woodworm and rot.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


wwscpo at aol.com schreef:
> Hello all,
>
>
>
> Would someone tell me what kind of wood is used in the interior; eg., back
> panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible side and top rail
> pieces of a BJ8?  I would guess cedar, mahogany, or teak for weather
> resistance.
>
> Bill Schumann
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From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 20 07:38:48 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:38:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl>

I agree with Kees.  All the wood-framed cars I have seen from the UK used 
ash.  This would likely be the European ash, (Fraxinus excelsior), not any 
of the several North American ashes.  That said, when I replaced the wood 
packing strips beneath the seat runners they turned out to be European Beech 
(Fagus sylvatica).

Now lets see if the concours committee starts studying wood grains so they 
can get this right!

These woods should be available at speciality wood suppliers in your area, 
should you wish to go the whole 9 yards with the replacement.

Mirek
60 BT7 

From davzu29 at cox.net  Tue Oct 20 08:42:43 2009
From: davzu29 at cox.net (David Z)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:42:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
Message-ID: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>

Folks,

I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a Delco
marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. I
know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't make
a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My understanding
is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular car
battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what other
people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but can't
seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about batteries a
few months ago. Any suggestions?
Thanks!
David Z.

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 08:50:16 2009
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:50:16 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>

Listers,

Great, I agree, wood frame cars are constructed of ash.  So buy a Morgan and
join the Morgan list ;-)

Healeys *are not* wooden frame cars and as such what wood in them can be
Oak, Mahogany, plywood (and possibly whatever else was available at the
time) as Alan Seigrist has already stated.

Cheers,

Curt

On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 6:38 AM, Mirek Sharp <m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> I agree with Kees.  All the wood-framed cars I have seen from the UK used
> ash.  This would likely be the European ash, (Fraxinus excelsior), not any
> of the several North American ashes.  That said, when I replaced the wood
> packing strips beneath the seat runners they turned out to be European Beech
> (Fagus sylvatica).
>
> Now lets see if the concours committee starts studying wood grains so they
> can get this right!
>
> These woods should be available at speciality wood suppliers in your area,
> should you wish to go the whole 9 yards with the replacement.
>
> Mirek
> 60 BT7 _______________________________________________
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From e-wilkins at cox.net  Tue Oct 20 09:04:46 2009
From: e-wilkins at cox.net (Eric (Rick) Wilkins)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:04:46 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <4ADD63EB.7010204@chello.nl>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<4ADD63EB.7010204@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <6FE3703D-2881-41DD-9C7B-378D177FD82B@cox.net>

I don't know what the wood is for the parts listed, but I do remember  
that it didn't look like ash at all. It is a very plain grained wood  
whereas Ash, Oak, or Hickory have a very pronounced grain.

I'd guess beech or poplar by the looks, IIRC.

Wilko

On Oct 20, 2009, at 12:16 AM, Oudesluys wrote:

> Wooden automotive frames are usually made from ash. After  
> construction treat the wood to prevent woodworm and rot.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
>
> wwscpo at aol.com schreef:
>> Hello all,
>>
>>
>>
>> Would someone tell me what kind of wood is used in the interior;  
>> eg., back
>> panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible side and top  
>> rail
>> pieces of a BJ8?  I would guess cedar, mahogany, or teak for weather
>> resistance.
>>
>> Bill Schumann
>> _______________________________________________
>> 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 coudesluijs at chello.nl
>>
>> http://www.team.net/archive
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 09:12:38 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:12:38 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910200812p7d86fd66u2b2390db14fa222a@mail.gmail.com>

Excide orbital or optima.


On 10/20/09, David Z <davzu29 at cox.net> wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a Delco
> marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. I
> know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't
> make
> a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My
> understanding
> is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular
> car
> battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what
> other
> people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but
> can't
> seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about batteries
> a
> few months ago. Any suggestions?
> Thanks!
> David Z.
> _______________________________________________
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>
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'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 20 09:16:19 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:16:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl>
	<751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP262441D007337909649EEDC3C00@phx.gbl>

Sorry - I did not mean to imply Healeys are wood framed - I have noticed over
the last 35 years of ownership that they are mostly made of metal.  However, I
would need some convincing that any old piece of wood was used for the few
wooden bits.  I did not think I would have to explain that my tongue was in my
cheek with the remark about the concours committee, but just to be so there
are no misconceptions, it was.

The tradition of using wood in car construction was certainly dying out when
Austin Healeys were being produced, but I expect those who made the wood
pieces came from long line of craftsmen and used the species that were best
suited to the job, and my understanding is that these have traditionally been
fine-grained, rot-resistant European hardwoods like ash and beech.  Of course
the North American hardwoods would do just as well - white ash for example,
but the original question was what kind of wood is used - not what could be
used.  I very much doubt mahogany was ever used - too soft.

For the plywood panels, I have used Baltic birch, which is readily available
in very thin sheets and works perfectly. As for the hardwoods, if you can get
the right stuff, why not use it, but white ash would work fine.

Cheers,

Mirek
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: Curt/Nancy Arndt

  Healeys are not wooden frame cars and as such what wood in them can be Oak,
Mahogany, plywood (and possibly whatever else was available at the time)

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Tue Oct 20 09:19:23 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:19:23 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <007a01ca5198$b48b0910$1da11b30$@rr.com>

I have a Duralast 34-DS from Autozone, installed in October 1999.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of David Z
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:43 AM
To: Healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion

Folks,

I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a Delco
marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. I
know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't
make
a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My
understanding
is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular
car
battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what
other
people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but
can't
seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about batteries
a
few months ago. Any suggestions?
Thanks!
David Z.
_______________________________________________

From scvc70 at epix.net  Tue Oct 20 09:19:17 2009
From: scvc70 at epix.net (Carr&Edwards)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:19:17 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] John Marks/Vintage Restorations
Message-ID: <C385362D293D4BE8AA60B46C4920CFBB@computer624080>

I received the following yesterday from the mg-mmm list, and felt it should
be
passed on:



Hello Group,

My good friend, John Marks of Vintage Restorations, has been wrestling with
the thought of retirement for the past few years. Unfortunately for us, after
42 years, that time has now come.

John's knowledge of Triple-M, T-Series, and even up through modern MGA-B
instruments is second to none. Plus, those of you fortunate enough to have
met
John through the years already know he and his wife Monica are simply world
class folks. John's dedication to "getting it right" can be seen on many of
our dashboards around the world, in addition to many cars that many of us can
only dream about outside our MG world.

Some of John's retirement reasons say it best in edited excerpts from his
email to me Friday......

_____________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

............Dick and I started trading in 1967, and 2009 has been a awful
year due to friends, colleagues, and employees retiring, dying, or ill !
Seven
funerals since October 2008!    Now it is time to decide.

'Officialdom'  has become overwhelming with more new  Customs regulations on
work coming in from overseas, to the degree that I would probably have to
insist on items being sent to us through a shipping agent, rather than post
and UPS, all of which ends up costing as much and more than the work involved
is worth.  Paperwork returning goods to prove export without VAT is just as
bad!

Yet in spite of the recession we are overloaded with work and turning jobs
away. So regrettably, after months of consideration and many restless nights,
I have finally decided to close the business Vintage Restorations.

Some jobs in hand will be returned as received, others where practical we
will complete.   This applies to jobs worldwide.  Quite a decision after forty
two years, but John (Whiteman), my remaining engineer retires next year, so
even if I did find someone out of three million unemployed, it only prolongs
the agony, and I cannot get any time off for 'family'...
_____________________________________________________________________________
______________________________

Folks, note that John has asked to not be flooded with emails.

If you have been planning on sending a job to John - large or small, DO NOT.
He is not preprared to go through the paperword involved to get the job in,
and quite literally, their staff is now down to the very minimum. Any
packages will be returned regardless of its origins.

From jobu53 at hotmail.com  Tue Oct 20 09:19:39 2009
From: jobu53 at hotmail.com (Dan)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:19:39 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <BLU144-W15B538844738B829071C26DBC00@phx.gbl>

You might look into the Optima sealed batteries. Very popular choice among
Healey owners.

Dan Serrao
1963 BJ7
Fountain Hills, AZ

People who don't read the newspaper are uninformed, those who read the
newspaper are misinformed........ Mark Twain




> From: davzu29 at cox.net
> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:42:43 -0400
> Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
>
> Folks,
>
> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a
Delco
> marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. I
> know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't
make
> a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My
understanding
> is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular
car
> battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what
other
> people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but
can't
> seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about batteries
a
> few months ago. Any suggestions?
> Thanks!
> David Z.
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Tue Oct 20 09:41:41 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:41:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <AB829B75-53E0-4A21-AD5C-0653DACBDB17@sbcglobal.net>

Tree wood.


On Oct 19, 2009, at 4:47 PM, wwscpo at aol.com wrote:

> Hello all,
>
>
>
> Would someone tell me what kind of wood is used in the interior;  
> eg., back
> panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible side and top  
> rail
> pieces of a BJ8?  I would guess cedar, mahogany, or teak for weather
> resistance.
>
> Bill Schumann
> _______________________________________________
> 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 healeydoc at sbcglobal.net
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Oct 20 09:47:47 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:47:47 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] For the wine drinkers
Message-ID: <1587404826.5594181256053667130.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Got this today (must've gotten a mailing list from the Club). Does this guy have it made, or what: 


http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/85423/525501c2c8/49001999/d066c51f62/ 


-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

From coll44 at msn.com  Tue Oct 20 09:48:50 2009
From: coll44 at msn.com (TERRY COLL)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:48:50 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <BLU111-W289A8472464EB0BE341398C9C00@phx.gbl>

I've been using marine (starting) batteries (mostly Dekka) in all my vehicles
for years and have had very good luck with them.



Terry Coll  '64 BJ8

> From: davzu29 at cox.net
> To: Healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:42:43 -0400
> Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
>
> Folks,
>
> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a
Delco
> marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. I
> know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't
make
> a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My
understanding
> is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular
car
> battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what
other
> people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but
can't
> seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about batteries
a
> few months ago. Any suggestions?
> Thanks!
> David Z.
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
> Healeys at autox.team.net
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 10:01:46 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:01:46 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP262441D007337909649EEDC3C00@phx.gbl>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com> 
	<BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl>
	<751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com> 
	<BLU0-SMTP262441D007337909649EEDC3C00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <173126440910200901v213860b6o3db010796252727e@mail.gmail.com>

<I have noticed over
the last 35 years of ownership that they are mostly made of metal.> you are
lucky, mine is mostly made of rust :)
Ira Erbs
59 BT7

On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 8:16 AM, Mirek Sharp <m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> Sorry - I did not mean to imply Healeys are wood framed - I have noticed
> over
> the last 35 years of ownership that they are mostly made of metal.
>  However, I
> would need some convincing that any old piece of wood was used for the few
> wooden bits.  I did not think I would have to explain that my tongue was in
> my
> cheek with the remark about the concours committee, but just to be so there
> are no misconceptions, it was.
>
> The tradition of using wood in car construction was certainly dying out
> when
> Austin Healeys were being produced, but I expect those who made the wood
> pieces came from long line of craftsmen and used the species that were best
> suited to the job, and my understanding is that these have traditionally
> been
> fine-grained, rot-resistant European hardwoods like ash and beech.  Of
> course
> the North American hardwoods would do just as well - white ash for example,
> but the original question was what kind of wood is used - not what could be
> used.  I very much doubt mahogany was ever used - too soft.
>
> For the plywood panels, I have used Baltic birch, which is readily
> available
> in very thin sheets and works perfectly. As for the hardwoods, if you can
> get
> the right stuff, why not use it, but white ash would work fine.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Mirek
>  ----- Original Message -----
>  From: Curt/Nancy Arndt
>
>  Healeys are not wooden frame cars and as such what wood in them can be
> Oak,
> Mahogany, plywood (and possibly whatever else was available at the time)
> _______________________________________________
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Oct 20 10:15:08 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:15:08 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <007a01ca5198$b48b0910$1da11b30$@rr.com>
Message-ID: <766548686.5606001256055308359.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

I believe all (standard, wet cell) auto batteries are made by just 2 or 3 companies (Johnson Controls being a major one). Plate density, construction quality, etc. are roughly equivalent to the warranty; i.e. a battery with an 84-month warranty is likely to be better constructed with greater plate density than one with a 36-month battery (not necessarily more than twice better, though). I've heard good things about Optima batteries, but I've never been able to justify the expense since I usually get 5-7 years out of a much cheaper battery anyway. 

Since our cars sometimes sit for long periods of time, consider a battery maintainer. Battery Tender and Battery Minder are two brands. The Battery Minder, at least, claims to use a process to desulphate the battery, and guarantees not to over-charge (cheap chargers can overcharge--the battery will be toast). I just bought a Battery Minder I intend to use this winter, so I can only vouch for their customer service (excellent). Aviation magazines have reviewed these products and found their claims to be largely substantiated (although the Battery Tender model for aircraft was withdrawn from the market due to a problem with sealed, gel-cell batteries). 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 


I have a Duralast 34-DS from Autozone, installed in October 1999. 

Steve Byers 
HBJ8L/36666 
BJ8 Registry 
Havelock, NC USA 



Folks, 

I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't 
complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a Delco 
marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. I 
know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't 
make 
a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My 
understanding 
is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular 
car 
battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what 
other 
people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but 
can't 
seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about batteries 
a 
few months ago. Any suggestions? 
Thanks! 
David Z. 

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Oct 20 10:17:45 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:17:45 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <BLU144-W15B538844738B829071C26DBC00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <581994997.5607581256055465603.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

re: " have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old." 


You expected it to go another 19 years? 

;) 


bs 




> 
> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't 
> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a 
Delco 
> marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. I 
> know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't 
make 
> a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My 
understanding 
> is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular 
car 
> battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what 
other 
> people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but 
can't 
> seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about batteries 
a 
> few months ago. Any suggestions? 
> Thanks! 
> David Z. 

From austin.healey at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 10:19:22 2009
From: austin.healey at gmail.com (Chris Dimmock)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 03:19:22 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <AB829B75-53E0-4A21-AD5C-0653DACBDB17@sbcglobal.net>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<AB829B75-53E0-4A21-AD5C-0653DACBDB17@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <B6640A1F-483C-434E-AC2D-279D0C5A1E38@gmail.com>

Geez, I'm only 48, but once I'm at the  wood stage, I'm not thinking  
about what's under the coverings of my Healey interior!!
Seriously!
Not even the jump seats on my BJ8
;-)
No blue pills...
Don't get too bogged down in the detail. Just live and enjoy!!
Chris
www.myaustinhealey.com.

Sent from my iPhone

On 21/10/2009, at 2:41 AM, David Nock <healeydoc at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> Tree wood.
>
>
> On Oct 19, 2009, at 4:47 PM, wwscpo at aol.com wrote:
>
>> Hello all,
>>
>>
>>
>> Would someone tell me what kind of wood is used in the interior;  
>> eg., back
>> panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible side and top  
>> rail
>> pieces of a BJ8?  I would guess cedar, mahogany, or teak for weather
>> resistance.

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Oct 20 10:22:43 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:22:43 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] For the wine drinkers
In-Reply-To: <1587404826.5594181256053667130.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <604201279.5610121256055763947.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

BTW, I invited him to join the List. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



Got this today (must've gotten a mailing list from the Club). Does this guy have it made, or what: 


http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/85423/525501c2c8/49001999/d066c51f62/ 

From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 20 10:28:17 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:28:17 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl>
	<751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP262441D007337909649EEDC3C00@phx.gbl>
	<173126440910200901v213860b6o3db010796252727e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP49EB47693014AC84938585C3C00@phx.gbl>

.. nice one Ira!

Mine was getting that way, but with Rich Chrysler's assistance, we intervened
a few years ago and made it all metal again.

Mirek
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: I Erbs
  To: Mirek Sharp
  Cc: Curt/Nancy Arndt ; healeys at autox.team.net
  Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 12:01 PM
  Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey wood


  <I have noticed over
  the last 35 years of ownership that they are mostly made of metal.>
   you are lucky, mine is mostly made of rust :)
  Ira Erbs
  59 BT7

From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 20 10:59:00 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:59:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] For the wine drinkers
References: <604201279.5610121256055763947.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP91E883824FD7B96B4670A6C3C00@phx.gbl>

good move - as long as he does not "wine" too much.

Mirek

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>


> BTW, I invited him to join the List. 

From don at anglesey.us  Tue Oct 20 11:11:21 2009
From: don at anglesey.us (Don)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:11:21 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <5a607cf80910191944p600c5864r75d4719a91585ec2@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP636A610B37ECEDEF50835FFDC00@phx.gbl>

They would be the largest suppliers of Weber carburetors in the world.
Manifolds, heads and assorted other good stuff as far as I know.  Might
be worth a look if you're going with Weber's.
Don
57' BN4

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of keith taylor
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 8:44 PM
To: healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Alloy Heads

To muddy the water here is another supplier webcon.co.uk @ 1599 pound
anybody know who they are ?

Keith Taylor
WAMBERAL OZ
BN1
BN2
100M.......if I ever finish them
2009/10/19 Reinhart Rosner (aon) <aon.912808691 at aon.at>

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 20 11:43:47 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:43:47 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] 100 Heaters
In-Reply-To: <11F76137108D448486F195DD867D46E5@LIFEBOOK>
References: <164073bc0910150755j4d1bfdb7nc1d2e60d0dadcaef@mail.gmail.com><4AD7758B.1000306@comcast.net><BAY112-W1744BD909AF8D4168B2D2FB8C40@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W30FAE23056992C12CFCC0BB8C20@phx.gbl>  
Message-ID: <BAY112-W5223545C22DAAC50391DE1B8C00@phx.gbl>

I got to spend a few more minutes on this last night.  I do have most of that
second valve.  Is there supposed to be a knob on the side with the spring?  If
so, are they obtainable?  It's not apparent to me which way this should be
turned to get the coolant to flow, but I imagine that should be easy enough to
figure out with the car running, if I weren't afraid to touch it again.  I
touched the place where I expect the knob should be and prestone leaked out
fairly quickly ... on to the car below.  :(  Is it supposed to open/leak that
easily?

http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/Other_Heat_Valve.JPG

http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/OtherHeatValve2.JPG

There is a line drawing in the service manual that makes it look like there
should be a knob.


I felt around behind the heater and found that both heater wires aren't
connected to anything.  There appears to be a male bullet and a female.  The
male is painted red, so I assume that it hasn't been plugged into anything
since at least 1986.  I did not feel anything that the wires should attach
to.



The dangling green wire is in a small group of 3 wires coming off the bigger
harness and one of the 3 wires is attached to the back of the OD switch.  Does
anyone know if this is the heater motor green wire?  Can anyone tell me where
the other wire connects to?



TIA

Robert






From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca


What I found was 2 black wires exiting the heater case and a green wire with
the end taped up hanging down behind the dash.  I jumped to a conclusion and
went in the house to check for schematics and found one where it showed a
green and a black wire.  So, I assumed ( incorrectly, it seems ) that that was
the green wire.  I couldn't see the back of the black pair of wires but felt
back trying to see where they went.  At that point I had seen the green wire
and was looking to find where it should connect to ( though it was obviously
too short ).

I also later found reference to a second valve that should have been opened,
near the water pump, but the car was up on the hoist at that point in the
evening and it remains a mystery to me.  I'll check later.

I should have enough info now to track this down.

It was certainly a fun drive though!!
http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/2009FallTour.jpg

Thanks!
RD

> From: richchrysler at quickclic.net
>
> Two black wires with male bullet ends come out of the blower case from the
> rotary switch at the face of the heater and go toward the firewall. One of
> these will fasten to a spare green wire and the other to a black ground
> wire.
> Rich
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
> > I did find a green wire with electrical tape taped over it's end though. I
> > see
> > now that according to a schematic, the heater "motor" has a green wire
> > going
> > to it.
> >
> > RD
> > 55 BN1

From derek.c.job at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 11:47:13 2009
From: derek.c.job at gmail.com (Derek Job)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:47:13 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
Message-ID: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com>

Hi all,

I attach a link to an ad for the sale of a '100-Six Protoype'. The car is
being sold by Murray Scott-Nelson a well known UK Healey dealer. The car is
supposedly based on a BN1 that was extensively modified by the experimental
department and then according to its Heritage Certificate  was sold new as a
prototype BN4 in October 1956.

I have never heard of such a car before and would be interested in hearing
the views of the experts out there. The car is obviously different from
Patrick's BN3, but there were supposedly four BN3 chassis  of which only two
are known to exist, both featured in Bill Emerson's book, one being Patricks
of course.

Any chance this is one of the other two?

Link is

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C119111/



cheers

Derek

From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 20 12:11:48 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:11:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Hemming's Sports & Exotic Car
Message-ID: <340040.93498.qm@web110302.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Hit the newsstand and thumb thru the Dec issue; Randy Hicks' 100M on cover; 12 pages on it and the Speedwell Sprite

From donham1 at cox.net  Tue Oct 20 12:27:36 2009
From: donham1 at cox.net (donham)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:27:36 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Temp Gauge Reading
Message-ID: <0172818A9F5D476DB0EBD845B2E465B2@DONPCXPS>

Thanks to all that offered advice to help eliminate the problem with my
wanting to stall in stop and go traffic.
Radiator was checked for water flow(gpm) and instead of producing a reading of
18-20 gpm the reading was 11-12 gpm. Had radiator flushed all debris removed
from around the pusher fan. Hope this will solve the problem. Will find out
when the ambient temp goes back up in the 80's.

DH

From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 20 13:47:04 2009
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:47:04 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <120376.40163.qm@web30302.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Curt is correct.  And I suggest that it may be time to ask those who know. 
Why not check out Austin Healey Wood which is located in Oxford  Massachusetts
 USA  508-987-7301 or  http://www.austinhealeywood.com    After all, the
original question by Bill Schumann was " .... what kind of wood is used in the
interior; eg., back panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible
side and top rail pieces of a BJ8?" 
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives

--- On Tue, 10/20/09, Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com> wrote: <<
Listers,  Great, I agree, wood frame cars are constructed of ash.  So buy a
Morgan and join the Morgan list ;-)  Healeys *are not* wooden frame cars and
as such what wood in them can be Oak, Mahogany, plywood (and possibly whatever
else was available at the time) as Alan Seigrist has already stated. >>
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From Healey100M at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 13:56:07 2009
From: Healey100M at gmail.com (Randy Hicks)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:56:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Hemming's Sports & Exotic Car
In-Reply-To: <340040.93498.qm@web110302.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <340040.93498.qm@web110302.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <5D5A4ACB-CBA5-4C09-A208-E2D89F61F1BA@gmail.com>

I'd love to see!  :-)

Not in New England yet.  :-(

Randy

Randy Hicks
'56 100M
'55 BN1 Dealer LeMans
'62 BN7 MkII
'65 BJ8
'53 MGTD
Healey100M at gmail.com






On Oct 20, 2009, at 2:11 PM, Richard Dryman wrote:

> Hit the newsstand and thumb thru the Dec issue; Randy Hicks' 100M on  
> cover; 12 pages on it and the Speedwell Sprite
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 20 14:12:27 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:12:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <120376.40163.qm@web30302.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>
	<120376.40163.qm@web30302.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <019f01ca51c1$a5c835a0$f158a0e0$@net>

According to their web site, the AH BJ8 dash is made from Black Walnut Burl.
Other woods used are ash, beech, walnut and cherry. I would assume
(dangerous) that it is ash that is used for the hidden parts such as the
fold down panels, etc.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of J. Scott Morris
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 3:47 PM
To: Austin Healey
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey wood

Curt is correct.  And I suggest that it may be time to ask those who know.
Why not check out Austin Healey Wood which is located in Oxford
Massachusetts
 USA  508-987-7301 or  http://www.austinhealeywood.com    After all, the
original question by Bill Schumann was " .... what kind of wood is used in
the
interior; eg., back panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible
side and top rail pieces of a BJ8?"
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives

--- On Tue, 10/20/09, Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com> wrote: <<
Listers,  Great, I agree, wood frame cars are constructed of ash.  So buy a
Morgan and join the Morgan list ;-)  Healeys *are not* wooden frame cars and
as such what wood in them can be Oak, Mahogany, plywood (and possibly
whatever
else was available at the time) as Alan Seigrist has already stated. >>
__________________________________________________________________

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 20 14:18:11 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:18:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <120376.40163.qm@web30302.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>
	<120376.40163.qm@web30302.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <01a001ca51c2$72a0da50$57e28ef0$@net>

Wrote too soon. The seats are made from:

"This new Austin Healey folding seat back frame fits all BJ8's with the
folding rear seat. The frame is made
of clear Beech hardwood and the panels are baltic Birch plywood."

Appears that other pieces are made from either Beech or Birch.


John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of J. Scott Morris
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 3:47 PM
To: Austin Healey
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey wood

Curt is correct.  And I suggest that it may be time to ask those who know.
Why not check out Austin Healey Wood which is located in Oxford
Massachusetts
 USA  508-987-7301 or  http://www.austinhealeywood.com    After all, the
original question by Bill Schumann was " .... what kind of wood is used in
the
interior; eg., back panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible
side and top rail pieces of a BJ8?"
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives

--- On Tue, 10/20/09, Curt/Nancy Arndt <cnaarndt at gmail.com> wrote: <<
Listers,  Great, I agree, wood frame cars are constructed of ash.  So buy a
Morgan and join the Morgan list ;-)  Healeys *are not* wooden frame cars and
as such what wood in them can be Oak, Mahogany, plywood (and possibly
whatever
else was available at the time) as Alan Seigrist has already stated. >>
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From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Tue Oct 20 14:26:22 2009
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:26:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
In-Reply-To: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS2D431D3B9854C47BE3525B3C00@phx.gbl>

This car is presented on Bill Emerson's new DVD at the 54:20 time mark..  He 
believes it is possibly one of the "BN-3" transition cars.  Note that there 
are 3 port-holes on the right side, but only two on the left side.  Lots of 
other one-of-a-kind modifications.
GaryB

--------------------------------------------------
From: "Derek Job" <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 1:47 PM
To: "Forum" <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds

> Hi all,
>
> I attach a link to an ad for the sale of a '100-Six Protoype'. The car is
> being sold by Murray Scott-Nelson a well known UK Healey dealer. The car 
> is
> supposedly based on a BN1 that was extensively modified by the 
> experimental
> department and then according to its Heritage Certificate  was sold new as 
> a
> prototype BN4 in October 1956.
>
> I have never heard of such a car before and would be interested in hearing
> the views of the experts out there. The car is obviously different from
> Patrick's BN3, but there were supposedly four BN3 chassis  of which only 
> two
> are known to exist, both featured in Bill Emerson's book, one being 
> Patricks
> of course.
>
> Any chance this is one of the other two?
>
> Link is
>
> http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C119111/
>
>
>
> cheers
>
> Derek
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From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 20 14:34:51 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:34:51 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Hemming's Sports & Exotic Car
In-Reply-To: <5D5A4ACB-CBA5-4C09-A208-E2D89F61F1BA@gmail.com>
References: <340040.93498.qm@web110302.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<5D5A4ACB-CBA5-4C09-A208-E2D89F61F1BA@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <124297.64476.qm@web110301.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Guess that is what subscriptions are for !!!!! Can remember paying lots extra
years ago to get Hemmings Motor News by air mail just to get a jump on all the
other people wanting things !!!!!!!!!!!!! And it worked!!
________________________________
From: Randy Hicks <Healey100M at gmail.com>
To:
Richard Dryman <rdryman1 at yahoo.com>
Cc: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tue, October 20, 2009 3:56:07 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Hemming's Sports
& Exotic Car

I'd love to see!  :-)

Not in New England yet.  :-(

Randy

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 14:42:48 2009
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:42:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP262441D007337909649EEDC3C00@phx.gbl>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl>
	<751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP262441D007337909649EEDC3C00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <751d05480910201342j4d2645f2j8b703c87157ad6ca@mail.gmail.com>

Mirek,

No apologies required.  Just my feeble attempt at tongue in cheek :-^) wink,
wink ;-) humor.

I did however re-check my BN1 wood and the original seat runner wood looks
to me to be mahogany, the wooden strip, one in each door is mahogany on one
side and possibly oak on the other side.  The only other pieces of wood I
know of in the 100 are the four side curtain socket mounting pieces, the
seat bottom frames,  the wedge in the boot for the spare tire and the small
spacer piece for the boot prop rod.  Did I miss any?

Now, even though I have building furniture for many years, I may be
mistaken.  So the next time I see my friend Steve Kirby, I'll ask him to
look at my original wood and see if he knows what types they are.  Steve is
British car guy (Austin Healey, MG, Morris) who owns and has restored a
number of MGs as well as other British cars and who is also a retired
professor (head of the department) of fine woodworking at Palomar College.

Since none of these is readily visible (either covered in vinyl or painted)
and no Concours judge looks at them or even cares, then whatever similar
hardwood used is OK with me.   Unless of course you someday want your Healey
judged at Pebble Beach then I might suggest something exotic like African
Zebra wood ;-)

BTW, the replacement seat runner wood strips that I got from Eric Grunden of
Absolutely British are oak and Eric even makes and supplies them with the
proper fine thread (1/4 x 28) special captive nut.  Very nice parts.

Cheers,

Curt


On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 8:16 AM, Mirek Sharp <m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca> wrote:

>  Sorry - I did not mean to imply Healeys are wood framed - I have noticed
> over the last 35 years of ownership that they are mostly made of metal.
> However, I would need some convincing that any old piece of wood was
> used for the few wooden bits.  I did not think I would have to explain that
> my tongue was in my cheek with the remark about the concours committee, but
> just to be so there are no misconceptions, it was.
>
> The tradition of using wood in car construction was certainly dying out
> when Austin Healeys were being produced, but I expect those who made the
> wood pieces came from long line of craftsmen and used the species that were
> best suited to the job, and my understanding is that these have
> traditionally been fine-grained, rot-resistant European hardwoods like ash
> and beech.  Of course the North American hardwoods would do just as well -
> white ash for example, but the original question was what kind of wood is
> used - not what *could* be used.  I very much doubt mahogany was ever used
> - too soft.
>
> For the plywood panels, I have used Baltic birch, which is readily
> available in very thin sheets and works perfectly. As for the hardwoods, if
> you can get the right stuff, why not use it, but white ash would work fine.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Mirek

From donham1 at cox.net  Tue Oct 20 14:46:16 2009
From: donham1 at cox.net (donham)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:46:16 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Temp Gauge Reading
Message-ID: <0CC92C043F2A4E6F8216669D0222164C@DONPCXPS>

Some addional info regarding subject.

Fan(10") on front of rad had so much debris behind the surface it was blocking
almost all of the center air flow.

Temp at top and bottom of radiator with car warmed up was 10-11* different
than the Temp Guage .

Thanks again to all and esp. Norman N.

From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 20 15:05:44 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:05:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
References: <751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com><120376.40163.qm@web30302.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<019f01ca51c1$a5c835a0$f158a0e0$@net>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP49BFF99F8D4FB6D8CD5DDDC3C00@phx.gbl>

Whoops!  Being a BT7 owner, I forgot about that later dash - of course that 
is walnut.  No substitutions there!  So far, I think the only one of us who 
has been absolutely 100% correct was Norm.

Mirek

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net>

> According to their web site, the AH BJ8 dash is made from Black Walnut 
> Burl.
> Other woods used are ash, beech, walnut and cherry. I would assume
> (dangerous) that it is ash that is used for the hidden parts such as the
> fold down panels, etc.

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 15:15:20 2009
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:15:20 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 100 Piston
Message-ID: <751d05480910201415r4d30c986ufad4e5265108ccac@mail.gmail.com>

Listers,

I am forwarding this request from fellow Healey enthusiast Kent Lacy.  Can
anyone help him out?  Please reply directly to Kent at his email listed
below.

On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 11:46 AM, *Kent Lacy <hklacy at verizon.net>* wrote:

>  Curt,
>
I need one piston for a 100 to patch up a friends engine .20 over.  Can you
> put it on the list for me?
>
Kent

From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Tue Oct 20 15:23:25 2009
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:23:25 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <AB829B75-53E0-4A21-AD5C-0653DACBDB17@sbcglobal.net>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<AB829B75-53E0-4A21-AD5C-0653DACBDB17@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <F5427C858E8B4927BBE834E91D336C16@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day 

An excellent response from David Nock. I honestly think everyone glorifies
Austin-Healeys and those who made them. For wood that is not seen in an
Austin-Healey I would suggest they used whatever was available - tree wood. 

Why would they go to the expense of ash or beech to make slats that go under
the seats or for door panels when they had perfectly good reusable packing
crates that could be cut up?

The exception of course is the timber dash in the BJ8.

By the way real Healeys are mostly timber framed in ash except for the
Silverstone and 3-litre convertible which is alloy over steel.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of David Nock
Sent: Wednesday, 21 October 2009 2:42 AM
To: wwscpo at aol.com
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey wood

Tree wood.


On Oct 19, 2009, at 4:47 PM, wwscpo at aol.com wrote:

> Hello all,
>
>
>
> Would someone tell me what kind of wood is used in the interior;  
> eg., back
> panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible side and top  
> rail
> pieces of a BJ8?  I would guess cedar, mahogany, or teak for weather
> resistance.
>
> Bill Schumann

From bspidell at comcast.net  Tue Oct 20 15:40:39 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:40:39 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <BLU0-SMTP49BFF99F8D4FB6D8CD5DDDC3C00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <1039247313.5752271256074839146.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

The original is a veneer--not solid walnut--isn't it? 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



Whoops! Being a BT7 owner, I forgot about that later dash - of course that 
is walnut. No substitutions there! So far, I think the only one of us who 
has been absolutely 100% correct was Norm. 

Mirek 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net> 

> According to their web site, the AH BJ8 dash is made from Black Walnut 
> Burl. 
> Other woods used are ash, beech, walnut and cherry. I would assume 
> (dangerous) that it is ash that is used for the hidden parts such as the 
> fold down panels, etc. 

From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Tue Oct 20 15:40:43 2009
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:40:43 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
In-Reply-To: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <40E2589F96C5417AAFEE791F2B1B39A8@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day Derek

I am familiar with the car as the owner has corresponded with me over the
last few years. He has sent me lots of photos and asked for information
about my car.

Honestly we do not know the number of BN3s built. What we do know is that
mine is BN3/1 and the car owned by Julian Aubanal is BN3/4. Logic tells us
therefore that there must be a BN3/2 and BN3/3. However some things will
always defy logic.

I have letters from both Geoff and Brian Healey about my car and Julian's.

We also know that OAC 1 is very similar in its construction to mine, except
for the coupe body. Perhaps that's BN3/2 or BN3/3?

My personal opinion about the car for sale? It certainly spent some time at
the BMC experimental department and who knows what happened there? Whether
it spent any time at the DHMC? I doubt it, but who knows.

The portholes in the front guards???? More Buick than Silverstone. The two
types in the Silverstone are far more discreet.

Perhaps we will know with the passage of time.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia   

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Derek Job
Sent: Wednesday, 21 October 2009 4:47 AM
To: Forum
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds

Hi all,

I attach a link to an ad for the sale of a '100-Six Protoype'. The car is
being sold by Murray Scott-Nelson a well known UK Healey dealer. The car is
supposedly based on a BN1 that was extensively modified by the experimental
department and then according to its Heritage Certificate  was sold new as a
prototype BN4 in October 1956.

I have never heard of such a car before and would be interested in hearing
the views of the experts out there. The car is obviously different from
Patrick's BN3, but there were supposedly four BN3 chassis  of which only two
are known to exist, both featured in Bill Emerson's book, one being Patricks
of course.

Any chance this is one of the other two?

Link is

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C119111/



cheers

Derek

From britcrs at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 16:42:40 2009
From: britcrs at gmail.com (Marvin James)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:42:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 100-6 on eBay
Message-ID: <cd33dd3a0910201542y7fe99f6ct512d87be5bb1b4af@mail.gmail.com>

Anybody on the list buy this?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380168850439&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_500wt_1073

From RonFineEsq at earthlink.net  Tue Oct 20 17:06:16 2009
From: RonFineEsq at earthlink.net (Ron Fine)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:06:16 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <D26754F240474FD494646FDB52E2221A@XPS400>

Optima Red Top 

From gbrierton at hotmail.com  Tue Oct 20 17:14:44 2009
From: gbrierton at hotmail.com (gary brierton)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:14:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <1039247313.5752271256074839146.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1039247313.5752271256074839146.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <BLU107-DS21EFC7209097E5CEA8066B3C00@phx.gbl>

Yes
GB

--------------------------------------------------
From: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 5:40 PM
To: "Mirek Sharp" <m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca>
Cc: "Austin Healey" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey wood

> The original is a veneer--not solid walnut--isn't it?
>
>
> bs
>
> -------------------------------- 
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
>
> Whoops! Being a BT7 owner, I forgot about that later dash - of course that
> is walnut. No substitutions there! So far, I think the only one of us who
> has been absolutely 100% correct was Norm.
>
> Mirek
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net>
>
>> According to their web site, the AH BJ8 dash is made from Black Walnut
>> Burl.
>> Other woods used are ash, beech, walnut and cherry. I would assume
>> (dangerous) that it is ash that is used for the hidden parts such as the
>> fold down panels, etc.

From neilberg at telus.net  Tue Oct 20 17:19:00 2009
From: neilberg at telus.net (Neil Trelenberg)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:19:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Test...
Message-ID: <F1992CCD-53E6-4062-B000-F2D6AA469BAC@telus.net>

Test...Been having problems getting on with my Mac (it's a rick plain  
text thingey)....Neil

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Tue Oct 20 17:48:07 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:48:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<AB829B75-53E0-4A21-AD5C-0653DACBDB17@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <001b01ca51df$c694d540$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

Hey Charley Babbit made a joke.    Thanks David, I needed that after the day 
I had.

Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Nock" <healeydoc at sbcglobal.net>
To: <wwscpo at aol.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 11:41 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey wood


> Tree wood.
>
>
> On Oct 19, 2009, at 4:47 PM, wwscpo at aol.com wrote:
>
>> Hello all,
>>
>>
>>
>> Would someone tell me what kind of wood is used in the interior;  eg., 
>> back
>> panel structure, fold down panels, and the convertible side and top  rail
>> pieces of a BJ8?  I would guess cedar, mahogany, or teak for weather
>> resistance.
>>
>> Bill Schumann
>> _______________________________________________
>> 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 healeydoc at sbcglobal.net
>>
>> http://www.team.net/archive
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Oct 20 17:49:27 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:49:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
References: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com>
	<BLU107-DS2D431D3B9854C47BE3525B3C00@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <271A12CB25E64495B719E48E05C61DFA@LIFEBOOK>

If this is one of the BN3 cars then it should have the brass Warwick tag 
stating BN3/2 or BN3/3. I believe Patrick's is BN3/1 and the horribly ugly 
one we located here in Southern Ontario back in the '80's and is pictured in 
Emerson's book was badged BN3/4.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "gary brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com>
To: "Derek Job" <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 4:26 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds


> This car is presented on Bill Emerson's new DVD at the 54:20 time mark.. 
> He believes it is possibly one of the "BN-3" transition cars.  Note that 
> there are 3 port-holes on the right side, but only two on the left side. 
> Lots of other one-of-a-kind modifications.
> GaryB
>
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Derek Job" <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 1:47 PM
> To: "Forum" <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
>
>> Hi all,
>>
>> I attach a link to an ad for the sale of a '100-Six Protoype'. The car is
>> being sold by Murray Scott-Nelson a well known UK Healey dealer. The car 
>> is
>> supposedly based on a BN1 that was extensively modified by the 
>> experimental
>> department and then according to its Heritage Certificate  was sold new 
>> as a
>> prototype BN4 in October 1956.
>>
>> I have never heard of such a car before and would be interested in 
>> hearing
>> the views of the experts out there. The car is obviously different from
>> Patrick's BN3, but there were supposedly four BN3 chassis  of which only 
>> two
>> are known to exist, both featured in Bill Emerson's book, one being 
>> Patricks
>> of course.
>>
>> Any chance this is one of the other two?
>>
>> Link is
>>
>> http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C119111/
>>
>>
>>
>> cheers
>>
>> Derek
>> _______________________________________________
>> 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 gbrierton at hotmail.com
>>
>> http://www.team.net/archive
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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Tue Oct 20 17:56:19 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:56:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <002e01ca51e0$ebb98a90$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

For those of you that haven't battery shopped for a couple of years prepare 
for sticker shock.  What
was thirty to forty dollars yesterday is now seventy dollars.  I was totally 
stund!

Mark

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Z" <davzu29 at cox.net>
To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:42 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion


> Folks,
>
> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a 
> Delco
> marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. 
> I
> know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't 
> make
> a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My 
> understanding
> is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular 
> car
> battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what 
> other
> people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but 
> can't
> seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about 
> batteries a
> few months ago. Any suggestions?
> Thanks!
> David Z.
> _______________________________________________
> 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 p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Tue Oct 20 18:16:36 2009
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:16:36 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
In-Reply-To: <271A12CB25E64495B719E48E05C61DFA@LIFEBOOK>
References: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com><BLU107-DS2D431D3B9854C47BE3525B3C00@phx.gbl>
	<271A12CB25E64495B719E48E05C61DFA@LIFEBOOK>
Message-ID: <BBC16B6DC8D6438395C6819DF4F9F998@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day Rich

Yes correct, as long as it hasn't been lost over the years.

On mine there is the Donald Healey Motor Co Ltd plate and next to that is
the body plate that has 5276 on top and BN3/1 directly underneath.

You know, while I have owned the car for over 35 years I have never found
out what the number 5276 means.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Rich C
Sent: Wednesday, 21 October 2009 10:49 AM
To: gary brierton; Derek Job
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds

If this is one of the BN3 cars then it should have the brass Warwick tag 
stating BN3/2 or BN3/3. I believe Patrick's is BN3/1 and the horribly ugly 
one we located here in Southern Ontario back in the '80's and is pictured in

Emerson's book was badged BN3/4.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "gary brierton" <gbrierton at hotmail.com>
To: "Derek Job" <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 4:26 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds


> This car is presented on Bill Emerson's new DVD at the 54:20 time mark.. 
> He believes it is possibly one of the "BN-3" transition cars.  Note that 
> there are 3 port-holes on the right side, but only two on the left side. 
> Lots of other one-of-a-kind modifications.
> GaryB
>
> --------------------------------------------------
> From: "Derek Job" <derek.c.job at gmail.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 1:47 PM
> To: "Forum" <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
>
>> Hi all,
>>
>> I attach a link to an ad for the sale of a '100-Six Protoype'. The car is
>> being sold by Murray Scott-Nelson a well known UK Healey dealer. The car 
>> is
>> supposedly based on a BN1 that was extensively modified by the 
>> experimental
>> department and then according to its Heritage Certificate  was sold new 
>> as a
>> prototype BN4 in October 1956.
>>
>> I have never heard of such a car before and would be interested in 
>> hearing
>> the views of the experts out there. The car is obviously different from
>> Patrick's BN3, but there were supposedly four BN3 chassis  of which only 
>> two
>> are known to exist, both featured in Bill Emerson's book, one being 
>> Patricks
>> of course.
>>
>> Any chance this is one of the other two?
>>
>> Link is
>>
>> http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C119111/

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Tue Oct 20 18:20:37 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:20:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Trany Noise Question
Message-ID: <004101ca51e4$506f3860$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

This is no doubt a very tough question to answer but any ideas would be
appreciated.

Rebuilt, 28% O/D transmission.   Everything works well,   However.

I am getting a noticeable clunk, clunk, clunk coming from the O/D unit as I am
test
driving the car with the trany tunnel off.    I can put my hand on the O/D
unit and feel
the noise as I am driving.   I hear/feel the noise in all gears and when in
neutral and
when the O/D is engaged or not engaged.

The noise starts at about 20 to 25 MPH and gets more rapid as the speed
increases.
I removed the speedo cable, still have the noise.    I removed the speedo
cable drive
pinion from the O/D unit and capped it off,  still had the noise.

I haven't totally cancelled out the new U-joint but it sure feels like its
coming from the OD unit.

Got anything gentlemen?

Thanks,,   Mark

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 18:28:16 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:28:16 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <002e01ca51e0$ebb98a90$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
	<002e01ca51e0$ebb98a90$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <471534970910201728s7d9136adxaef400369facab63@mail.gmail.com>

Mark,

You can say that about everything these days. :) I helped my neighbor
fix his car last week. He needed a new radiator. The shop charges
$130.00.hr labor! The last time I paid for auto shop labor it was
$40.00/hr and I thought that was ridiculous!

Jody


On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 4:56 PM, Mark LaPierre <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
wrote:
> For those of you that haven't battery shopped for a couple of years prepare
> for sticker shock.  What
> was thirty to forty dollars yesterday is now seventy dollars.  I was
totally
> stund!
>
> Mark
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Z" <davzu29 at cox.net>
> To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:42 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
>
>
>> Folks,
>>
>> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
>> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a
>> Delco
>> marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery.
>> I
>> know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't
>> make
>> a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My
>> understanding
>> is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular
>> car
>> battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what
>> other
>> people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but
>> can't
>> seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about
>> batteries a
>> few months ago. Any suggestions?
>> Thanks!
>> David Z.
>> _______________________________________________
>> 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
>
> _______________________________________________
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>
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>



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From s.hutchings at rogers.com  Tue Oct 20 18:41:14 2009
From: s.hutchings at rogers.com (Stephen Hutchings)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:41:14 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
Message-ID: <a06200700c704083d1455@[192.168.1.100]>

I can't wait for the experts to weigh in on this!
The bottom of the front fender has that horrible straight line that 
non-Healey restorers have given us so many times.

Stephen

From pennell at cox.net  Tue Oct 20 18:44:24 2009
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:44:24 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <20091020204424.GMRQS.442019.imail@eastrmwml30>

David,

I cannot beat 19 years (unvelievable) or even 10 years.  I just this week replace the battery in my BN7 (12 volter not two 6 volters).  It was just over 8 years old and a bottom of the line lead/acid battery from Pep Boys.  Prostart is the model and it was a series 26R.  Never used a trickle charger or anything.  I think it has served me quite well - no complaints.

I paid $49 for it in 2001 and have been quite happy with it.  The recent replacement was $65.  As someone else has said be ready for sticker shock.  I did not expect quite 65.

Keith Pennell

---- David Z <davzu29 at cox.net> wrote: 
> Folks,
> 
> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a Delco
> marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. I
> know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't make
> a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My understanding
> is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular car
> battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what other
> people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but can't
> seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about batteries a
> few months ago. Any suggestions?
> Thanks!
> David Z.

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Oct 20 19:29:12 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:29:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Trany Noise Question
References: <004101ca51e4$506f3860$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <75B3EBBF70234B7A9A43C8215538A7CD@LIFEBOOK>

Rule out the U joints first. Then...bad bearing in o/d or more likely 
disintegrated o/d thrust washer(s)

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark LaPierre" <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
To: <healeys at Autox.Team.Net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:20 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Trany Noise Question


> This is no doubt a very tough question to answer but any ideas would be
> appreciated.
>
> Rebuilt, 28% O/D transmission.   Everything works well,   However.
>
> I am getting a noticeable clunk, clunk, clunk coming from the O/D unit as 
> I am
> test
> driving the car with the trany tunnel off.    I can put my hand on the O/D
> unit and feel
> the noise as I am driving.   I hear/feel the noise in all gears and when 
> in
> neutral and
> when the O/D is engaged or not engaged.
>
> The noise starts at about 20 to 25 MPH and gets more rapid as the speed
> increases.
> I removed the speedo cable, still have the noise.    I removed the speedo
> cable drive
> pinion from the O/D unit and capped it off,  still had the noise.
>
> I haven't totally cancelled out the new U-joint but it sure feels like its
> coming from the OD unit.
>
> Got anything gentlemen?
>
> Thanks,,   Mark
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Tue Oct 20 19:33:17 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:33:17 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
References: <a06200700c704083d1455@[192.168.1.100]>
Message-ID: <7A33C3F76C6A4723B756936118C85A7B@LIFEBOOK>

Whatever her true origins, it's a badly cobbled example with many of the sad 
pitfalls of poor "keep it on the road" restoration efforts.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Stephen Hutchings" <s.hutchings at rogers.com>
To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:41 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds


>I can't wait for the experts to weigh in on this!
> The bottom of the front fender has that horrible straight line that 
> non-Healey restorers have given us so many times.
>
> Stephen
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>
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From davzu29 at cox.net  Tue Oct 20 19:38:52 2009
From: davzu29 at cox.net (David Z)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:38:52 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
	<002e01ca51e0$ebb98a90$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <538C04F4104C4D01BF8CC429C6554686@ORGANIZA79207D>

Mark,

Try about $150 for the"new tech stuff"........

DZ
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark LaPierre" <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
To: "David Z" <davzu29 at cox.net>; <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 7:56 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Battery suggestion


> For those of you that haven't battery shopped for a couple of years 
> prepare for sticker shock.  What
> was thirty to forty dollars yesterday is now seventy dollars.  I was 
> totally stund!
>
> Mark
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "David Z" <davzu29 at cox.net>
> To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:42 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
>
>
>> Folks,
>>
>> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
>> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a 
>> Delco
>> marine series 26 and it lasted 2 - 3 times longer than a regular battery. 
>> I
>> know a series 27 is the right size for my car, but evidently Delco didn't 
>> make
>> a series 27 marine battery back when this one was installed. My 
>> understanding
>> is a marine battery has thicker plates and is more durable than a regular 
>> car
>> battery, which may be the reason the P.O. put it in. I'm wondering what 
>> other
>> people are using in their vehicles? I tried looking in the archives, but 
>> can't
>> seem to find anything even though I remember some discussion about 
>> batteries a
>> few months ago. Any suggestions?
>> Thanks!
>> David Z.
>> _______________________________________________
>> 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
>>
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 19:45:52 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:45:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
Message-ID: <4ade67c1.9713f30a.0f3d.1577@mx.google.com>

Paid 120 00 wholsale for a replacsment battery for my wifes new beetle!

sent from my cellular PDA
I Erbs

-----Original Message-----
From: Jody Kerr <jodyfkerr at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 5:28 PM
To: Mark LaPierre <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
Cc: Healeys at autox.team.net; David Z <davzu29 at cox.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Battery suggestion

Mark,

You can say that about everything these days. :) I helped my neighbor
fix his car last week. He needed a new radiator. The shop charges
$130.00.hr labor! The last time I paid for auto shop labor it was
$40.00/hr and I thought that was ridiculous!

Jody


On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 4:56 PM, Mark LaPierre <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
wrote:
> For those of you that haven't battery shopped for a couple of years prepare
> for sticker shock.  What
> was thirty to forty dollars yesterday is now seventy dollars.  I was
totally
> stund!
>
> Mark
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Z" <davzu29 at cox.net>
> To: <Healeys at autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:42 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
>
>
>> Folks,
>>
>> I have a BJ8 with a battery tha died unexpectedly last weekend. I can't
>> complain because the battery was - no kidding - 19 years old. It was a
>> Delco

From glemon at neb.rr.com  Tue Oct 20 19:50:42 2009
From: glemon at neb.rr.com (Greg Lemon)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:50:42 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Trany Noise Question
In-Reply-To: <004101ca51e4$506f3860$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <004101ca51e4$506f3860$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <E951DB648B18458D9CBB54B811147F36@GregPC>

Long shot, but when I replaced the U joints on my 100 I did not get one of 
the retaining rings fully seated and so the driveshaft was rotating slightly 
out of round and I got noise and vibration that may be similar to your 
description, since you mentioned new u-joints and speed sensitive it came to 
mind.

A couple thunks to an appropriately sized socket to properly seat the 
retaining ring or circlip and the issue was solved.

Greg Lemon 

From ynotink at msn.com  Tue Oct 20 20:05:30 2009
From: ynotink at msn.com (WILLIAM B LAWRENCE)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:05:30 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY144-W24F414389E649825C13ADCA5BF0@phx.gbl>

"... buy a Morgan and join the Morgan list." IF ONLY!! I do have a two car
garage...
Bill Lawrence

> Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:50:16 -0700
> From: cnaarndt at gmail.com
> To: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca
> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey wood
>
> Listers,
>
> Great, I agree, wood frame cars are constructed of ash.  So buy a Morgan
and
> join the Morgan list ;-)
>
> Healeys *are not* wooden frame cars and as such what wood in them can be
> Oak, Mahogany, plywood (and possibly whatever else was available at the
> time) as Alan Seigrist has already stated.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Curt
>
> On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 6:38 AM, Mirek Sharp <m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca>
wrote:
>
> > I agree with Kees.  All the wood-framed cars I have seen from the UK used
> > ash.  This would likely be the European ash, (Fraxinus excelsior), not
any
> > of the several North American ashes.  That said, when I replaced the wood
> > packing strips beneath the seat runners they turned out to be European
Beech
> > (Fagus sylvatica).
> >
> > Now lets see if the concours committee starts studying wood grains so
they
> > can get this right!
> >
> > These woods should be available at speciality wood suppliers in your
area,
> > should you wish to go the whole 9 yards with the replacement.
> >
> > Mirek
> > 60 BT7 _______________________________________________
> > Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
> >
> > Healeys at autox.team.net
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From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Tue Oct 20 20:13:27 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:13:27 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?marine_batteries?=
Message-ID: <20091021021327.18719.qmail@server278.com>

could have been a fluke, but the two marine batteries that we put in my friends boat two years ago had to be replaced this spring.  it might be that they sat all winter at the slip with no trickle charger to keep them charged, but they sure died.  seems they should have lasted longer.      hjim

From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Oct 20 20:15:43 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:15:43 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] [Fwd: [Spidgts] Donna Mae's viewing video]
Message-ID: <4ADE6ECF.9050101@justbrits.com>

Folks, from a buddy [ Frogeye Vintage Racer at that ]
on The Spridgets List who posted the following Link
for Donna's Funeral which I am sure some of you will
be interested in.

http://kdka.com/video/?id=63814 at kdka.dayport.com

Ed
Please visit MY site at:
www.justbrits.com

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Tue Oct 20 20:20:32 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:20:32 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?for_the_wine_drinkers?=
Message-ID: <20091021022032.27748.qmail@server278.com>

i called the guy this morning and talked to him for a while.  he is a car guy and wants to get on our list.  he bought the car way back when for 700 bucks then bought a tri-carb later.  lhe is planning on doing some more work on it and then bringing it to eugene next summer for the healeyfest.   hjim

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 20:28:47 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:28:47 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] 100-Six Protoype for sale!?! 70,000 pounds
In-Reply-To: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d7fbb3ac0910201047u3c6771d6j6cc71e0d43ef891e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910201928nadd8b0fs7ee9ac876ecf2907@mail.gmail.com>

Just because it's a forgotten prototype doesn't mean its worth some crazy
price.  If this was my car, I'd get rid of the portholes and replace it with
something more attractive.

I do like the door handles, though, very small.  1/4 lights are interesting,
but at the same time I'm glad they eventually kept the roadster set up
rather than putting in roll up windows.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 1:47 AM, Derek Job <derek.c.job at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> I attach a link to an ad for the sale of a '100-Six Protoype'. The car is
> being sold by Murray Scott-Nelson a well known UK Healey dealer. The car is
> supposedly based on a BN1 that was extensively modified by the experimental
> department and then according to its Heritage Certificate  was sold new as
> a
> prototype BN4 in October 1956.
>
> I have never heard of such a car before and would be interested in hearing
> the views of the experts out there. The car is obviously different from
> Patrick's BN3, but there were supposedly four BN3 chassis  of which only
> two
> are known to exist, both featured in Bill Emerson's book, one being
> Patricks
> of course.
>
> Any chance this is one of the other two?
>
> Link is
>
> http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C119111/
>
>
>
> cheers
>
> Derek
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From ynotink at msn.com  Tue Oct 20 21:04:29 2009
From: ynotink at msn.com (WILLIAM B LAWRENCE)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 03:04:29 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
In-Reply-To: <751d05480910200750o698e8657q6995e59e81d9c655@mail.gmail.com>
References: <8CC1F2DA73866DD-2A50-70D2@webmail-m080.sysops.aol.com>
	<BLU0-SMTP70256AF464869B033B3A6C3C00@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY144-W13637B2A4498FA1F91208CA5BF0@phx.gbl>

"... buy a Morgan and join the Morgan list." IF ONLY!! I do have a two car
garage...
Bill Lawrence

> Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:50:16 -0700
> From: cnaarndt at gmail.com
> To: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca
> CC: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey wood
>
> Listers,
>
> Great, I agree, wood frame cars are constructed of ash.  So buy a Morgan
and
> join the Morgan list ;-)
>
> Healeys *are not* wooden frame cars and as such what wood in them can be
> Oak, Mahogany, plywood (and possibly whatever else was available at the
> time) as Alan Seigrist has already stated.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Curt
>
> On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 6:38 AM, Mirek Sharp <m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca>
wrote:
>
> > I agree with Kees.  All the wood-framed cars I have seen from the UK used
> > ash.  This would likely be the European ash, (Fraxinus excelsior), not
any
> > of the several North American ashes.  That said, when I replaced the wood
> > packing strips beneath the seat runners they turned out to be European
Beech
> > (Fagus sylvatica).
> >
> > Now lets see if the concours committee starts studying wood grains so
they
> > can get this right!
> >
> > These woods should be available at speciality wood suppliers in your
area,
> > should you wish to go the whole 9 yards with the replacement.
> >
> > Mirek
> > 60 BT7 _______________________________________________
> > 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 cnaarndt at gmail.com
> >
> > http://www.team.net/archive
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From bn1 at pacbell.net  Tue Oct 20 21:30:09 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:30:09 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <5a607cf80910191944p600c5864r75d4719a91585ec2@mail.gmail.com>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
	<751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
	<!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAAM4JZLAtduJAuxh/CyGPzi8BAAAAAA==@aon.at>
	<5a607cf80910191944p600c5864r75d4719a91585ec2@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4ADE8041.6000200@pacbell.net>

Now you've got me thinking about a Christmas present for myself before 
my 56 yo original cast iron decides to crack. ;-)   ;-)   ;-)

Please, one last question specifically aimed at people who have 
installed a Denis Welch 100 Fast Road.  Surely these do not also leak 
(seep) right at the number plate, do they?

TIA,

Bill
'53 BN1M

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 20 21:35:51 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:35:51 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <538C04F4104C4D01BF8CC429C6554686@ORGANIZA79207D>
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
	<002e01ca51e0$ebb98a90$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
	<538C04F4104C4D01BF8CC429C6554686@ORGANIZA79207D>
Message-ID: <021401ca51ff$971449c0$c53cdd40$@net>

And look out if you have a BN6 or any other that takes two batteries. How
does $150 each sound.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of David Z
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 9:39 PM
To: Mark LaPierre; Healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Battery suggestion

Mark,

Try about $150 for the"new tech stuff"........

DZ
----- Original Message -----
From: "Mark LaPierre" <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
To: "David Z" <davzu29 at cox.net>; <Healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 7:56 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Battery suggestion


> For those of you that haven't battery shopped for a couple of years
> prepare for sticker shock.  What
> was thirty to forty dollars yesterday is now seventy dollars.  I was
> totally stund!
>
> Mark
>
http://www.team.net/archive

From healeybruce at roadrunner.com  Tue Oct 20 21:56:44 2009
From: healeybruce at roadrunner.com (Healey Bruce)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:56:44 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
References: <251040.62325.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <00da01ca5202$81d4f570$9101a8c0@home>

K & J magnets (www.kjmagnetics.com) part # RX4C2 is a 1 1/4" x 3/4" x 1/8" 
ring magnet for $3.25 that works perfectly in the OD drain plug.

Bruce Steele
1960 BN7
Brea, CA
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 10:40 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?


> Liters,
> Anyone know of a source for magnetic drain plugs for Healey 
> engine/gearbox?
> Or, if not an easy source of short magnets that can be added to std plugs?
> Also, anyone know of a source for 1 1/2 inch dia round black dial 
> voltmeter
> and clock?  Needed to fit within the radio grill to preserve the look 
> rather
> than building a new set up - 2 inch is too big.
>
> Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 22:16:09 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:16:09 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Battery suggestion
In-Reply-To: <002e01ca51e0$ebb98a90$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <35D3A440E1154833A941388DAF390FBA@ORGANIZA79207D>
	<002e01ca51e0$ebb98a90$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910202116u6d7bd8d1nf45e58b87110f1a3@mail.gmail.com>

There is a huge amount of environmental protection procedures around making
batteries.  Even if they are made in China, the major vendors insist that
important environmental procedures are followed.  You don't want the local
kids to look and act like idiots because of the water.

Shop rates are the same.  Esp in California, Shop owners have to comply with
all sorts of environmental procedures.  Overall probably not a bad idea, but
the bureaucrats are so disorganized and competing with each other, half the
time you don't know who you are supposed to be complying with.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 7:56 AM, Mark LaPierre <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>wrote:

> For those of you that haven't battery shopped for a couple of years prepare
> for sticker shock.  What
> was thirty to forty dollars yesterday is now seventy dollars.  I was
> totally stund!
>
> Mark

From Editorgary at aol.com  Tue Oct 20 22:26:58 2009
From: Editorgary at aol.com (Editorgary at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:26:58 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Prices today
Message-ID: <ca1.65322065.380fe792@aol.com>

In a message dated 10/20/09 8:53:53 PM, healeys-request at autox.team.net 
writes:


> You can say that about everything these days. :) I helped my neighbor
> fix his car last week. He needed a new radiator. The shop charges
> $130.00.hr labor! The last time I paid for auto shop labor it was
> $40.00/hr and I thought that was ridiculous!
> 

Ask a small shop owner how much he/she is paying for liability insurance, 
shop insurance, and health insurance especially, compared to what was being 
charged only five years ago. Health insurance for employees has, in 
particular, gone through the roof, and any kind of liability isn't far behind. And 
folks wonder why we need health reform and tort reform.
Gary

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Tue Oct 20 22:41:33 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:41:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.
Message-ID: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>

The following is from a friend with a Nasty Boy who is not on the List.  
Would they be acceptable as a period modification?  Whether or not they 
are legal in CA is not an issue.  With all the "blinders" out there 
today not getting stopped, who's going to pull over a Healey on the way 
to an early morning car show?  Anybody have any experience with lights 
of this type?

   On the way there I noticed how pitiful the headlights are on my " 
Lemans-ter " or should that be " Le'monster ".  I noticed some Lucas 
Lemans 24 headlamps online and don't know much about them.  Are they 
period correct for 100's?  They take the prefocused bulb at 65w / 55w 
for Hi / Lo beam.  They are the correct 7 inch left hand drive.
 
     They would have to be better than what I have now and they would 
look cool.


Here is the link:

http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/yhst-13094197933259_2077_416912

TIA,


Bill
'53 BN1M

From 57healey at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 22:41:59 2009
From: 57healey at gmail.com (Patton Dickson)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:41:59 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
Message-ID: <743b1e2f0910202141m798ec8e2nd5fb2107937c6b40@mail.gmail.com>

49 Healey Sportsmobile forsale.  No financial interest unless you want
to give me the money so I can buy it.

http://bringatrailer.com/2009/10/20/before-austin-or-jensen-49-healey-sportsmobile/

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

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 23:44:46 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:44:46 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Prices today
In-Reply-To: <ca1.65322065.380fe792@aol.com>
References: <ca1.65322065.380fe792@aol.com>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910202244m51cc70d8n3e78b76c1e78f61b@mail.gmail.com>

I'm not a small shop owner, but rather the service manager for a good sized
(18 technicians) foreign car dealership in Southern California.  The costs
of doing business on this scale are staggering.
Some of the expenses that have crossed my desk in recent days:
Car maker just changed the link tool that allows the technician's PC to talk
to and reprogram the cars.  The new ones are $1600 each.  I just bought two,
I need about 8 more.  My diagnostic subscription (shop manuals, electronic
diagnostics, wiring diagrams, parts listing etc) is $7200/ year.  I need to
replace about 8 or 9 computers in the shop, on order haven't seen the bill
on that one yet.
 I just invested in a "green" system for brake cleaner and parts washing
spray.  Refillable aerosol cans instead of disposable cans.  That was about
$1800.
Certifying my hoists just cost me about $7200,  and I need to replace three
of them next year at about $2600 each.  Updated program for the alignment
machine was $530.
All of the above are just the out of the ordinary expenses.  Rent, electric
and the rest I won't go into, but the numbers are rather large.  I don't
even want to think what my workmans comp premiums are.
Get the picture?
My labor rate is $125 and it is a struggle every month to get into the
black.  I don't want to, but I may have to bump my driveway rate next year.

It is a tough business out there and it is not getting any easier.
Depending on the area, $140 is not out of line, and the shop owner is
probably not driving a Rolls Royce home at the end of the day.
Rick

On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 9:26 PM, <Editorgary at aol.com> wrote:

>
> Ask a small shop owner how much he/she is paying for liability insurance,
> shop insurance, and health insurance especially, compared to what was being
> charged only five years ago. Health insurance for employees has, in
> particular, gone through the roof, and any kind of liability isn't far
> behind. And
> folks wonder why we need health reform and tort reform.
> Gary

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 23:48:47 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:48:47 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <743b1e2f0910202141m798ec8e2nd5fb2107937c6b40@mail.gmail.com>
References: <743b1e2f0910202141m798ec8e2nd5fb2107937c6b40@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910202248j6d25b7e9i491e5aea97bfb9b@mail.gmail.com>

One of my all time favorites.  I note the writer says the Sportsmobile
styling is an acquired taste, but that's what I'd say about a Duncan!  What
the writer misses out here is the styling was very ahead of its time for
1948, as this is what US cars looked like in the mid to late 50s just before
the fins popped on the scene.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 12:41 PM, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:

> 49 Healey Sportsmobile forsale.  No financial interest unless you want
> to give me the money so I can buy it.
>
>
> http://bringatrailer.com/2009/10/20/before-austin-or-jensen-49-healey-sportsmobile/
>
> --
> Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Tue Oct 20 23:55:27 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:55:27 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.
In-Reply-To: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>
References: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910202255q3fad17a0y5cecd57a3cea6127@mail.gmail.com>

Bill -

These headlights are quite good and can put out quite a bit of light,
especially if there's a headlight relay installed.  The only reason why they
are illegal in the US is because they aren't sealed beam headlamps.  I guess
the inside of the unit can fog up from time to time (hence the restriction
in the US), but trust me no one will ever get a ticket for using these
headlights.

These are the correct headlights for 1950's EU and UK healeys.  Everything
you want to know about Lucas Headlights is here:

http://www.healey6.com/Lucas%20Course/Lucas%20technical%20correspondence%20course%20-%20session%207.pdf

Note page 18 which talks about the Lemans Unit.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 12:41 PM, Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net> wrote:

> The following is from a friend with a Nasty Boy who is not on the List.
> Would they be acceptable as a period modification?  Whether or not they
> are legal in CA is not an issue.  With all the "blinders" out there
> today not getting stopped, who's going to pull over a Healey on the way
> to an early morning car show?  Anybody have any experience with lights
> of this type?
>
>   On the way there I noticed how pitiful the headlights are on my "
> Lemans-ter " or should that be " Le'monster ".  I noticed some Lucas
> Lemans 24 headlamps online and don't know much about them.  Are they
> period correct for 100's?  They take the prefocused bulb at 65w / 55w
> for Hi / Lo beam.  They are the correct 7 inch left hand drive.
>
>     They would have to be better than what I have now and they would
> look cool.
>
>
> Here is the link:
>
> http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/yhst-13094197933259_2077_416912
>
> TIA,
>
>
> Bill
> '53 BN1M

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 21 00:04:59 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:04:59 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Trany Noise Question
In-Reply-To: <004101ca51e4$506f3860$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <004101ca51e4$506f3860$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <4ADEA48B.209@chello.nl>

Most likely the UV joint. Remove driveshaft to check and run the 
engine/gearbox through its gears. Noise gone: drive shaft UV joint, 
noise not gone: expensive!
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Mark LaPierre schreef:
> This is no doubt a very tough question to answer but any ideas would be
> appreciated.
>
> Rebuilt, 28% O/D transmission.   Everything works well,   However.
>
> I am getting a noticeable clunk, clunk, clunk coming from the O/D unit as I am
> test
> driving the car with the trany tunnel off.    I can put my hand on the O/D
> unit and feel
> the noise as I am driving.   I hear/feel the noise in all gears and when in
> neutral and
> when the O/D is engaged or not engaged.
>
> The noise starts at about 20 to 25 MPH and gets more rapid as the speed
> increases.
> I removed the speedo cable, still have the noise.    I removed the speedo
> cable drive
> pinion from the O/D unit and capped it off,  still had the noise.
>
> I haven't totally cancelled out the new U-joint but it sure feels like its
> coming from the OD unit.
>
> Got anything gentlemen?
>
> Thanks,,   Mark
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 21 00:21:48 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:21:48 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] battery
Message-ID: <4ADEA87C.3060406@chello.nl>

Mark,
Our cars are usually not driven regularly or in winter. I would tend to 
get the cheapest one available. If possible get one that you can top up, 
however most are maintainance free nowadays. If you use a trickle 
charger the battery should remain its health. Automotive batteries last 
between 5-15 years if maintained properly and in my experience there is 
little difference between them although in comparitive tests by consumer 
organisations Varta, Delco and some other brands do better than the 
fantasy brands but they cost a lot more. Japanese batteries from e.g. 
Toyota or Subaru are in another league and have lasted well over 12 
years or 250.000mls in my cars, I never had to renew one.
The main thing is maintainance. Keep the acid level up if possible and 
use a trickle charger. Keep the battery clean and apply some vaseline to 
the poles.
I have heard varying experiences with Optima. Some are very pleased with 
them, others have had reliability-durability problems. Anyhow, they are 
very expensive.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Wed Oct 21 00:23:25 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:23:25 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <4ADE8041.6000200@pacbell.net>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
	<751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
	<!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAAM4JZLAtduJAuxh/CyGPzi8BAAAAAA==@aon.at>
	<5a607cf80910191944p600c5864r75d4719a91585ec2@mail.gmail.com>
	<4ADE8041.6000200@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <EC3E8094-6B90-4863-91C7-0C15F355D308@bornet.net>

As long as you use their very expensive steel/composite head gasket as
well and skim the top of the block before installation it won4t leak.

Magnus Karlsson
Sweden


21 okt 2009 kl. 05.30 skrev Mr. Bill:

> Now you've got me thinking about a Christmas present for myself before
> my 56 yo original cast iron decides to crack. ;-)   ;-)   ;-)
>
> Please, one last question specifically aimed at people who have
> installed a Denis Welch 100 Fast Road.  Surely these do not also leak
> (seep) right at the number plate, do they?
>
> TIA,
>
> Bill
> '53 BN1M
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From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 00:30:41 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:30:41 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Prices today
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10910202244m51cc70d8n3e78b76c1e78f61b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <ca1.65322065.380fe792@aol.com>
	<a3b984e10910202244m51cc70d8n3e78b76c1e78f61b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <471534970910202330q3806e460s166bc6d0ece22a7d@mail.gmail.com>

Hey folks,

I just wanted to make sure that everyone understood that I wasn't
being disparaging about the prices, mainly shocked and amazed. Thanks
to the education my dad gave me I've only had to use a professional
mechanic on a few instances (in fact, I've never really hired a
professional anything for my cars, house, etc. Dad knew a lot of
stuff). Small business are hard to run, and I am impressed with any
small company that can continue to operate.

Cheers!
Jody

-- 
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Wed Oct 21 00:32:58 2009
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:32:58 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910202248j6d25b7e9i491e5aea97bfb9b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <743b1e2f0910202141m798ec8e2nd5fb2107937c6b40@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0910202248j6d25b7e9i491e5aea97bfb9b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4582A36C7A894D679CA043BA73684FBB@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day

I really do like real Healeys and would say that the photos of this car are
particularly flattering. 17,500 Quid sounds like a good price.

If I could email soap I would send some to you for saying such things about
the Healey Duncan. Perhaps the Drone (or Healey Duncan Roadster to give it
its correct title) is an acquired taste, but the Duncan saloon is
particularly attractive. Well that's what I keep saying to myself over and
over again each night as I drop off to sleep.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia
1947 Healey Duncan Pillarless Coupe (it's correct name)
1954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
Sent: Wednesday, 21 October 2009 4:49 PM
To: Patton Dickson
Cc: Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile

One of my all time favorites.  I note the writer says the Sportsmobile
styling is an acquired taste, but that's what I'd say about a Duncan!  What
the writer misses out here is the styling was very ahead of its time for
1948, as this is what US cars looked like in the mid to late 50s just before
the fins popped on the scene.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 12:41 PM, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:

> 49 Healey Sportsmobile forsale.  No financial interest unless you want
> to give me the money so I can buy it.
>
>
>
http://bringatrailer.com/2009/10/20/before-austin-or-jensen-49-healey-sports
mobile/
>
> --
> Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 01:05:19 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:05:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910202255q3fad17a0y5cecd57a3cea6127@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>
	<ff59076c0910202255q3fad17a0y5cecd57a3cea6127@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910210005rb82cad9nbe497878e4af9566@mail.gmail.com>

Alan,
I believe the link you gave is to a forgery and not a real Lucas manual.  I
say this for 2 reasons.  Nowhere did I see the motto of Joseph Lucas "Home
Before Dark", and likewise nowhere did it mention Lucas' greatest invention,
the self dimming headlamp.

Seriously, thanks for posting that link.
Rick

On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 10:55 PM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>wrote:

>
>
> http://www.healey6.com/Lucas%20Course/Lucas%20technical%20correspondence%20course%20-%20session%207.pdf
>
> Note page 18 which talks about the Lemans Unit.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Wed Oct 21 01:10:44 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:10:44 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910202248j6d25b7e9i491e5aea97bfb9b@mail.gmail.com>
References: <743b1e2f0910202141m798ec8e2nd5fb2107937c6b40@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0910202248j6d25b7e9i491e5aea97bfb9b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4ADEB3F4.5000407@pacbell.net>

I like it too, Alan.   Alas, I couldn't even afford a hubcap for it.  
But I would like to see it in the Colonies and have forwarded the links 
to a couple of friends, not on the List, who not only have the money but 
restorers capable of such a project. 

Bill
'53 BN1M


Alan Seigrist wrote:
> One of my all time favorites.  I note the writer says the Sportsmobile
> styling is an acquired taste, but that's what I'd say about a Duncan!  What
> the writer misses out here is the styling was very ahead of its time for
> 1948, as this is what US cars looked like in the mid to late 50s just before
> the fins popped on the scene.
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 12:41 PM, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>   
>> 49 Healey Sportsmobile forsale.  No financial interest unless you want
>> to give me the money so I can buy it.
>>
>>
>> http://bringatrailer.com/2009/10/20/before-austin-or-jensen-49-healey-sportsmobile/
>>
>> --
>> 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 grday at btinternet.com  Wed Oct 21 03:23:45 2009
From: grday at btinternet.com (Guy R Day)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:23:45 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.
References: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net><ff59076c0910202255q3fad17a0y5cecd57a3cea6127@mail.gmail.com>
	<a3b984e10910210005rb82cad9nbe497878e4af9566@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <67A8B511D0AF4302BF22D6342528604E@user8634b3d69b>

Rick,
You obviously haven't seen the 1st part of the Course....  :-)

Have a look around the http://www.healey6.com/ site and you will find it is 
a great site packed with information of most kinds.  It really is well worth 
the visit.  I believe that John Simms is the site owner, if so, WELL DONE 
JOHN.

Guy R Day

ps.  For some unknown reason there is a 'British Humour' page 
http://www.healey6.com/british_humor.htm    and around 3/4's way through is 
a photograph of a very rare and original  'Wire Harness Smoke Replacement 
Device'.  Every LBC owner should have one of these hidden away somewhere. 
Mine is kept on the shelf next to the spare giggle pins.




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Ewald" <richard.ewald at gmail.com>
To: "Alan Seigrist" <healey.nut at gmail.com>
Cc: "Healey" <healeys at autox.team.net>; "Mr. Bill" <bn1 at pacbell.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 8:05 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.


> Alan,
> I believe the link you gave is to a forgery and not a real Lucas manual. 
> I
> say this for 2 reasons.  Nowhere did I see the motto of Joseph Lucas "Home
> Before Dark", and likewise nowhere did it mention Lucas' greatest 
> invention,
> the self dimming headlamp.
>
> Seriously, thanks for posting that link.
> Rick
>
> On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 10:55 PM, Alan Seigrist 
> <healey.nut at gmail.com>wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> http://www.healey6.com/Lucas%20Course/Lucas%20technical%20correspondence%20course%20-%20session%207.pdf
>>
>> Note page 18 which talks about the Lemans Unit.
>>
>> Alan
>>
>> '52 A90
>> '53 BN1
>> '59 Jag Mk IX
>> '64 BJ8
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From jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 05:16:42 2009
From: jwbn6hrdtp at gmail.com (jerry wall)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 06:16:42 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.
In-Reply-To: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>
References: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <9baa446a0910210416t6f17cc7o27b3c129d73257aa@mail.gmail.com>

the lemans lights were standard issue on the 100S.  supposedly they feature
the finest prisms ever cut by lucas.
i've had them on my BN6 since it went back on the road in '92.  i converted
the units with halogen bulbs 6 or 7 years ago.  i can testify they put out a
nice path of white light.
cheers,
jerry

On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 11:41 PM, Mr. Bill <bn1 at pacbell.net> wrote:

> The following is from a friend with a Nasty Boy who is not on the List.
> Would they be acceptable as a period modification?  Whether or not they
> are legal in CA is not an issue.  With all the "blinders" out there
> today not getting stopped, who's going to pull over a Healey on the way
> to an early morning car show?  Anybody have any experience with lights
> of this type?
>
>   On the way there I noticed how pitiful the headlights are on my "
> Lemans-ter " or should that be " Le'monster ".  I noticed some Lucas
> Lemans 24 headlamps online and don't know much about them.  Are they
> period correct for 100's?  They take the prefocused bulb at 65w / 55w
> for Hi / Lo beam.  They are the correct 7 inch left hand drive.
>
>     They would have to be better than what I have now and they would
> look cool.
>
>
> Here is the link:
>
> http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/yhst-13094197933259_2077_416912
>
> TIA,
>
>
> Bill
> '53 BN1M
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From dcongleton at embarqmail.com  Wed Oct 21 06:17:10 2009
From: dcongleton at embarqmail.com (Dallas Congleton)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:17:10 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Prices today
References: <ca1.65322065.380fe792@aol.com>
	<a3b984e10910202244m51cc70d8n3e78b76c1e78f61b@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <D206C8559291445390FAFDAA89E907FB@your4dacd0ea75>

The high prices will get worse- It is the cost of all the "hope and change" 
being passed down to consumers.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Ewald" <richard.ewald at gmail.com>
To: <Editorgary at aol.com>
Cc: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 1:44 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Prices today


> I'm not a small shop owner, but rather the service manager for a good 
> sized
> (18 technicians) foreign car dealership in Southern California.  The costs
> of doing business on this scale are staggering.
> Some of the expenses that have crossed my desk in recent days:
> Car maker just changed the link tool that allows the technician's PC to 
> talk
> to and reprogram the cars.  The new ones are $1600 each.  I just bought 
> two,
> I need about 8 more.  My diagnostic subscription (shop manuals, electronic
> diagnostics, wiring diagrams, parts listing etc) is $7200/ year.  I need 
> to
> replace about 8 or 9 computers in the shop, on order haven't seen the bill
> on that one yet.
> I just invested in a "green" system for brake cleaner and parts washing
> spray.  Refillable aerosol cans instead of disposable cans.  That was 
> about
> $1800.
> Certifying my hoists just cost me about $7200,  and I need to replace 
> three
> of them next year at about $2600 each.  Updated program for the alignment
> machine was $530.
> All of the above are just the out of the ordinary expenses.  Rent, 
> electric
> and the rest I won't go into, but the numbers are rather large.  I don't
> even want to think what my workmans comp premiums are.
> Get the picture?
> My labor rate is $125 and it is a struggle every month to get into the
> black.  I don't want to, but I may have to bump my driveway rate next 
> year.
>
> It is a tough business out there and it is not getting any easier.
> Depending on the area, $140 is not out of line, and the shop owner is
> probably not driving a Rolls Royce home at the end of the day.
> Rick
>
> On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 9:26 PM, <Editorgary at aol.com> wrote:
>
>>
>> Ask a small shop owner how much he/she is paying for liability insurance,
>> shop insurance, and health insurance especially, compared to what was 
>> being
>> charged only five years ago. Health insurance for employees has, in
>> particular, gone through the roof, and any kind of liability isn't far
>> behind. And
>> folks wonder why we need health reform and tort reform.
>> Gary

From pieters at pt.lu  Wed Oct 21 06:17:24 2009
From: pieters at pt.lu (Pieter and Linda)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:17:24 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <EC3E8094-6B90-4863-91C7-0C15F355D308@bornet.net>
References: <EE20F86A-19D8-433B-91DE-3445E27DAD84@pt.lu>
	<A0CC2D4E237743C6A9FEE674B2FFA5CC@DadDell>
	<751d05480910160731l629a8728m1d2f18f575a7027f@mail.gmail.com>
	<!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAKiNhN3Os8FHqW69V0RD007CgAAAEAAAAM4JZLAtduJAuxh/CyGPzi8BAAAAAA==@aon.at>
	<5a607cf80910191944p600c5864r75d4719a91585ec2@mail.gmail.com>
	<4ADE8041.6000200@pacbell.net>
	<EC3E8094-6B90-4863-91C7-0C15F355D308@bornet.net>
Message-ID: <2D69574F-E0DF-4E92-A036-29D0F39C368E@pt.lu>

Looking closely at the SC website pics you can see the DW marking on  
the heads. I asked and they use seperate valve seats and they come in  
standard, fast road and race spec,
cheers
Pieter
On 21/10/2009, at 8:23 AM, Magnus Karlsson wrote:

> As long as you use their very expensive steel/composite head gasket as
> well and skim the top of the block before installation it won4t leak.
>
> Magnus Karlsson
> Sweden
>
>
> 21 okt 2009 kl. 05.30 skrev Mr. Bill:
>
>> Now you've got me thinking about a Christmas present for myself  
>> before
>> my 56 yo original cast iron decides to crack. ;-)   ;-)   ;-)
>>
>> Please, one last question specifically aimed at people who have
>> installed a Denis Welch 100 Fast Road.  Surely these do not also leak
>> (seep) right at the number plate, do they?
>>
>> TIA,
>>
>> Bill
>> '53 BN1M
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Wed Oct 21 06:28:50 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:28:50 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.
In-Reply-To: <67A8B511D0AF4302BF22D6342528604E@user8634b3d69b>
References: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net><ff59076c0910202255q3fad17a0y5cecd57a3cea6127@mail.gmail.com>
	<a3b984e10910210005rb82cad9nbe497878e4af9566@mail.gmail.com>
	<67A8B511D0AF4302BF22D6342528604E@user8634b3d69b>
Message-ID: <028501ca524a$0b9bd520$22d37f60$@net>

Nope, John Sims owns the site. Been fighting that spelling all my life!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Guy R Day
Sent: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 5:24 AM
To: Healey
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.

Rick,
You obviously haven't seen the 1st part of the Course....  :-)

Have a look around the http://www.healey6.com/ site and you will find it is
a great site packed with information of most kinds.  It really is well worth

the visit.  I believe that John Simms is the site owner, if so, WELL DONE
JOHN.

Guy R Day

ps.  For some unknown reason there is a 'British Humour' page
http://www.healey6.com/british_humor.htm    and around 3/4's way through is
a photograph of a very rare and original  'Wire Harness Smoke Replacement
Device'.  Every LBC owner should have one of these hidden away somewhere.
Mine is kept on the shelf next to the spare giggle pins.

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 07:07:42 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:07:42 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10910210005rb82cad9nbe497878e4af9566@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>
	<ff59076c0910202255q3fad17a0y5cecd57a3cea6127@mail.gmail.com>
	<a3b984e10910210005rb82cad9nbe497878e4af9566@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910210607m60a4290du623c377b431d05c1@mail.gmail.com>

Rick -

Incidentally, on my MK IX, I have only one headlight that is self
dimming.  Would that make it a Lucas self winking headlight?

Alan

On 10/21/09, Richard Ewald <richard.ewald at gmail.com> wrote:
> Alan,
> I believe the link you gave is to a forgery and not a real Lucas manual.  I
> say this for 2 reasons.  Nowhere did I see the motto of Joseph Lucas "Home
> Before Dark", and likewise nowhere did it mention Lucas' greatest invention,
> the self dimming headlamp.
>
> Seriously, thanks for posting that link.
> Rick
>
> On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 10:55 PM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> http://www.healey6.com/Lucas%20Course/Lucas%20technical%20correspondence%20course%20-%20session%207.pdf
>>
>> Note page 18 which talks about the Lemans Unit.
>>
>> Alan
>>
>> '52 A90
>> '53 BN1
>> '59 Jag Mk IX
>> '64 BJ8
>>
>>
>


-- 
Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Wed Oct 21 08:16:23 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:16:23 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
Message-ID: <c2b.41312017.381071b7@aol.com>

Bill--
 
What does the designation in your signature "' 53 BN1M" stand  for?
 
Best--Michael Oritt
-----------------------------------------
In a message dated 10/21/2009 3:36:34 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
bn1 at pacbell.net writes:

Bill
'53 BN1M

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Wed Oct 21 08:19:58 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:19:58 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
Message-ID: <cfe.629a3c7e.3810728e@aol.com>

DW claims that the steel/composite head gasket is  reuseable/retorqueable.  
Does anyone have any opinion on this?  
 
Best--Michael Oritt
-----------------------------------------------------------------
In a message dated 10/21/2009 2:54:40 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
magnuskarlsson at bornet.net writes:

As long  as you use their very expensive steel/composite head gasket as
well and  skim the top of the block before installation it won4t  leak.

From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Wed Oct 21 08:22:50 2009
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:22:50 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights.
In-Reply-To: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>
References: <4ADE90FD.8010802@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D0341FEA1@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

Bill,
On my S, I thought they were just ok. I had found some NOS and cleaned
the reflectors with alcohol and used the only bulbs I could find that
fit, which I think were only 55 watt. Perhaps my experience was a
function of the bulb wattage. It was hard to find bulbs in 1993 or so.
My 3000's old Cibie Zbeam's from the early 80's with halogen bulbs are
better lights. Still at the 55 watts, I think.
I still have another pair of LeMans lights I don't know what to do with
because I like the Zbeams.

Ken Freese
100S Registrar

-

From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Wed Oct 21 08:30:29 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:30:29 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Alloy Heads
In-Reply-To: <cfe.629a3c7e.3810728e@aol.com>
References: <cfe.629a3c7e.3810728e@aol.com>
Message-ID: <85A2550A-1997-4A98-BA88-245627DD883A@bornet.net>

Yes it is. I think that it can be reused three or four times.


Magnus Karlsson
Sweden

21 okt 2009 kl. 16.19 skrev Awgertoo at aol.com:

> DW claims that the steel/composite head gasket is reuseable/ 
> retorqueable.  Does anyone have any opinion on this?
>
> Best--Michael Oritt
> -----------------------------------------------------------------
> In a message dated 10/21/2009 2:54:40 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, magnuskarlsson at bornet.net 
>  writes:
> As long as you use their very expensive steel/composite head gasket as
> well and skim the top of the block before installation it won4t leak.

From coll44 at msn.com  Wed Oct 21 08:55:55 2009
From: coll44 at msn.com (TERRY COLL)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:55:55 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] marine batteries
In-Reply-To: <20091021021327.18719.qmail@server278.com>
References: <20091021021327.18719.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <BLU111-W20C9160DDB096626A407D4C9BF0@phx.gbl>

Do you recall who the manufacturer was?



Terry Coll  '64 BJ8

> From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:13:27 +0000
> Subject: [Healeys] marine batteries
>
> could have been a fluke, but the two marine batteries that we put in my
friends boat two years ago had to be replaced this spring. it might be that
they sat all winter at the slip with no trickle charger to keep them charged,
but they sure died. seems they should have lasted longer. hjim
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From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Wed Oct 21 09:05:46 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:05:46 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <4582A36C7A894D679CA043BA73684FBB@PatrickQuinnPC>
References: <743b1e2f0910202141m798ec8e2nd5fb2107937c6b40@mail.gmail.com><ff59076c0910202248j6d25b7e9i491e5aea97bfb9b@mail.gmail.com>
	<4582A36C7A894D679CA043BA73684FBB@PatrickQuinnPC>
Message-ID: <8CC207719F0A4D7-A768-40DF@webmail-m052.sysops.aol.com>

The thing I think people need to remember is that this was a time of change
and experimentation in car design.  Most cars in the late 1940s were still
tall and bulbous.  It took a while for the flatter, smoother look to be
perfected.

Bill Wilkman
USA

-----Original Message-----
From: Patrick and Caroline Quinn <p_cquinn at tpg.com.au>
To: 'Alan Seigrist' <healey.nut at gmail.com>; 'Patton Dickson'
<57healey at gmail.com>
Cc: 'Healey List' <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tue, Oct 20, 2009 11:32 pm
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile



G'day
I really do like real Healeys and would say that the photos of this car are
articularly flattering. 17,500 Quid sounds like a good price.
If I could email soap I would send some to you for saying such things about
he Healey Duncan. Perhaps the Drone (or Healey Duncan Roadster to give it
ts correct title) is an acquired taste, but the Duncan saloon is
articularly attractive. Well that's what I keep saying to myself over and
ver again each night as I drop off to sleep.
Hoo Roo
Patrick Quinn
ydney, Australia
947 Healey Duncan Pillarless Coupe (it's correct name)
954 Austin-Healey 100 BN3/1
-----Original Message-----
rom: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
n Behalf Of Alan Seigrist
ent: Wednesday, 21 October 2009 4:49 PM
o: Patton Dickson
c: Healey List
ubject: Re: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
One of my all time favorites.  I note the writer says the Sportsmobile
tyling is an acquired taste, but that's what I'd say about a Duncan!  What
he writer misses out here is the styling was very ahead of its time for
948, as this is what US cars looked like in the mid to late 50s just before
he fins popped on the scene.
Alan
'52 A90
53 BN1
59 Jag Mk IX
64 BJ8

n Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 12:41 PM, Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com> wrote:
> 49 Healey Sportsmobile forsale.  No financial interest unless you want
 to give me the money so I can buy it.



ttp://bringatrailer.com/2009/10/20/before-austin-or-jensen-49-healey-sports
obile/

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From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Wed Oct 21 09:18:44 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:18:44 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Trany Noise Question
In-Reply-To: <004101ca51e4$506f3860$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <004101ca51e4$506f3860$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <3FC9DABA-EA82-46D0-9D00-36C5841953B5@sbcglobal.net>

Check the driveshaft clearance to the seat belt bolts and also the  
hand brake cable.. They are very close when the car is up on stands  
and running.




David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

On Oct 20, 2009, at 5:20 PM, Mark LaPierre wrote:

> This is no doubt a very tough question to answer but any ideas  
> would be
> appreciated.
>
> Rebuilt, 28% O/D transmission.   Everything works well,   However.
>
> I am getting a noticeable clunk, clunk, clunk coming from the O/D  
> unit as I am
> test
> driving the car with the trany tunnel off.    I can put my hand on  
> the O/D
> unit and feel
> the noise as I am driving.   I hear/feel the noise in all gears and  
> when in
> neutral and
> when the O/D is engaged or not engaged.
>
> The noise starts at about 20 to 25 MPH and gets more rapid as the  
> speed
> increases.
> I removed the speedo cable, still have the noise.    I removed the  
> speedo
> cable drive
> pinion from the O/D unit and capped it off,  still had the noise.
>
> I haven't totally cancelled out the new U-joint but it sure feels  
> like its
> coming from the OD unit.
>
> Got anything gentlemen?
>
> Thanks,,   Mark
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From kentmclean at comcast.net  Wed Oct 21 09:25:01 2009
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:25:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <mailman.16707.1256135404.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
References: <mailman.16707.1256135404.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <4ADF27CD.5040501@comcast.net>

Patrick Quinn wrote:
> Perhaps the Drone (or Healey Duncan Roadster to give it
> its correct title) is an acquired taste, but the Duncan saloon is
> particularly attractive.

<http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/duncan.html>

I give thanks that Donald Healey found Gerry Coker. :)

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From nairib at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 09:29:09 2009
From: nairib at gmail.com (Brian Burke)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:29:09 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Cahrley Braum
Message-ID: <b3c11fe60910210829o601f7a7jd7e2a6f699ee16d9@mail.gmail.com>

Is Charley Braum still on this list?  If he is could he contact me off list
please.
Thank you
Brian

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 10:10:10 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:10:10 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <4ADF27CD.5040501@comcast.net>
References: <mailman.16707.1256135404.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<4ADF27CD.5040501@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <471534970910210910w7cce11ebj161628ac27690dbf@mail.gmail.com>

So the wife and I clicked the link and it was an immediate '?' from both of us.

Hadn't ever looked at them before. They certainly are odd, but I'm
leaning towards the "like" category. The wife, however; is leaning the
other way.

Very interesting stuff. Though, when it comes to wood framed cars I've
always wanted a '69 Marcos GT.

Jody

On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 8:25 AM, Kent McLean <kentmclean at comcast.net> wrote:
> Patrick Quinn wrote:
>>
>> Perhaps the Drone (or Healey Duncan Roadster to give it
>> its correct title) is an acquired taste, but the Duncan saloon is
>> particularly attractive.
>
> <http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/duncan.html>
>
> I give thanks that Donald Healey found Gerry Coker. :)
>
> --
> Kent McLean
> '56 100 BN2
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1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Oct 21 10:39:40 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:39:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Trany Noise Question
In-Reply-To: <3FC9DABA-EA82-46D0-9D00-36C5841953B5@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <5D4227F1AF2342E0BD27DD70CDDC0788@TRACY>

Check the brake cable, mine started rubbing against the drive shaft yoke
once long ago in a heavy downpour.

Remember putting cards in bicycle spokes to make an engine noise?

Kinda like that only really loud and metallic.

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

From peter.svilans at rogers.com  Wed Oct 21 10:45:20 2009
From: peter.svilans at rogers.com (Peter Svilans)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:45:20 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights
Message-ID: <001601ca526d$e12658a0$6401a8c0@9535DEE118EC44B>

I would agree more with Ken.  My BN6 always had the Le Mans lights with stock
bulbs.  Really neat looking, with the LeMans 24 script,  but they were never
totally satisfactory.  They really are period racing- not everyday modern-
lights IMHO.

The superb Lucas design and precise alignment was able to extract the very
maximum out of a normal stock tungsten bulb of the 1950's.  But only on high
beam.  Low beams were always just two miserable yellow pools in front of the
car, as if there was a sacrifice of one (low) for the other (high).  I suppose
one didn't dip beams coming up on a competitor in a race.  These lights with
stock bulbs are really not up to modern lighting standards, but I rather like
the distinctive British Car yellow look.

The original Lucas P 700 and PL 700 'tripod' lamps were the performance road
lights of the time, with both excellent high and low beams.  I say 'original'
because the tripod reproduction lamps commonly seen now are of absolutely
abysmal quality- lacking all of what made the Lucas units great- superb
optical quality, precision alignment and high assembly standards.
Tungsten-halogen bulbs with the P45 base these tripod lamps need are readily
available, but the LeMans take a harder to find P36 base.  Can't help
wondering if the original precise alignment of reflector to filament, is not
quite the same with a replacement WalMart halogen bulb.  More power, though.

The LeMans lights were usually left on high beam with few disagreements.  And
we've generally gotten more used to looking into paint-blistering blue HID
lights these days.

Best
Peter

From bighealey at charter.net  Wed Oct 21 10:46:48 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:46:48 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <471534970910210910w7cce11ebj161628ac27690dbf@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <6E4155EB2E584A97AD218C60B89A97FB@TRACY>

I know of one rotting away in the desert of Southern California under a tree
in the open.  No matter what we (me and a very prominent Austin Healey
figure) did or offer, the family will not part with it.  They also ignored
pleas to get the thing indoors so it is at least protected.  It had been
brought over from England by their military father after having been raced
in England.

Sad but true.  Very stubborn folk.........

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

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 10:54:55 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:54:55 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <6E4155EB2E584A97AD218C60B89A97FB@TRACY>
References: <471534970910210910w7cce11ebj161628ac27690dbf@mail.gmail.com>
	<6E4155EB2E584A97AD218C60B89A97FB@TRACY>
Message-ID: <471534970910210954p34b0dc2dha30ac052ddcf8dfd@mail.gmail.com>

Dang! That's where you get to the point of offering to restore it and
give it back afterwards if only to save the poor thing.

Jody

On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 9:46 AM, Tracy Drummond <bighealey at charter.net>
wrote:
> I know of one rotting away in the desert of Southern California under a
tree
> in the open.  No matter what we (me and a very prominent Austin Healey
> figure) did or offer, the family will not part with it.  They also ignored
> pleas to get the thing indoors so it is at least protected.  It had been
> brought over from England by their military father after having been raced
> in England.
>
> Sad but true.  Very stubborn folk.........
>
> Tracy Drummond                  Gang Warily !
> President AHCUSA              www.healey.org
>
>
>



--
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 hopi at charter.net  Wed Oct 21 11:47:52 2009
From: hopi at charter.net (hopi at charter.net)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:47:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
Message-ID: <20091021134752.20XUI.7459081.root@mp19>

Having owned and driven a Sportsmobile for 25 years, I have to say it was great fun. All alloy body (no wood as some think) and good power made for a fun car. if you open your mind you can see the beginning of the 51 Nash-Healey design and YES even dare to say the Austin-Healey. A few on this list drove mine in the 1980s and 1990s. All had a great time. The main point is these cars were ment to drive and should be DRIVEN with gusto. From a guy who had one.

John in Wisconsin
1954 Nash-Healey



> Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:41:59 -0500
> From: Patton Dickson <57healey at gmail.com>
> To: Healey List <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
> 
> 49 Healey Sportsmobile forsale.  No financial interest unless you want
> to give me the money so I can buy it.
> 
> http://bringatrailer.com/2009/10/20/before-austin-or-jensen-49-healey-sportsmobile/
> 
> -- 
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> 1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
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From rrengineer at dslextreme.com  Wed Oct 21 11:48:21 2009
From: rrengineer at dslextreme.com (rrengineer @dslextreme.com)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:48:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] LeMans Carbs
Message-ID: <d49b03130910211048r1cb941ffycafe6fa43b6a7be3@mail.gmail.com>

I just got my new H6 carbs from Burlen after only waiting five months.  It
was worth it though as I got them for the price I ordered them at in May
($758).  They sure are purrty.  I don't suppose women would understand how
you can think a pair of carbs could be beautiful, but I could just mount
them and use them for art.  Anyway, I was wondering if anyone has a few
pictures of the carbs mounted in the car from above and the side as well as
any other angles?  I would like an idea on how to mount these beauties.  I
did not take this car apart (it was a rolling chassis when I got it) so I do
not have any point of reference.
Mike MacLean
56 BN2
60 AN5

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 12:12:33 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:12:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"
Message-ID: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>

Hey all,

I've got an idea I'm pondering. Haven't decided if it's a good or bad
idea yet. :)

I find I'm eternally frustrated by finding the part I need for my car
1000+ miles away, especially when it's a bulky/big/heavy part that
will cost far in excess of it's price to ship. I know we all suffer
through this from time to time. Then, I started thinking about the
fact that we as a community of car people are constantly driving back
and forth across the world for various reasons (picking up a car,
going to conclave, etc). From there my brain remembered the old "rides
board" we had at Uni. People would either post a message saying they
needed to get from point A to point B, or that they were driving from
point A to point B and had space in exchange for gas money or company.

So, if someone were to say resurrect the idea of a "Rides board" on
the internet, and give people the ability to post their availability
(and cargo capacity) as well as their basic route, and other people
the ability to post what they need shipped and the origin/destination,
would this be a good idea? It's been bouncing around in my head for a
bit, so I figured it was good enough of an idea to get feedback since
I couldn't dismiss it easily.

Jody

-- 
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 cnaarndt at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 12:24:51 2009
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:24:51 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] LeMans Carbs
In-Reply-To: <d49b03130910211048r1cb941ffycafe6fa43b6a7be3@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d49b03130910211048r1cb941ffycafe6fa43b6a7be3@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <751d05480910211124p3f9fe018n4e497d8fe4c34b5f@mail.gmail.com>

Mike,

Sounds like you're making progress.  I'll have to stop by and see the car
sometime.  Is it at your house or somewhere else?

I've attached pictures of two sets of 100M carburettors from Alan Alfano.
The restored set is off of the Black and Pink car now owned by John
Hodgeman.  The second unrestored pair is from a dead original Factory M that
Alan recently sold.  One of the niceset, most complete and original
un-restored M's I've ever seen.

Cheers,

Curt


On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 10:48 AM, rrengineer @dslextreme.com <
rrengineer at dslextreme.com> wrote:

> I just got my new H6 carbs from Burlen after only waiting five months.  It
> was worth it though as I got them for the price I ordered them at in May
> ($758).  They sure are purrty.  I don't suppose women would understand how
> you can think a pair of carbs could be beautiful, but I could just mount
> them and use them for art.  Anyway, I was wondering if anyone has a few
> pictures of the carbs mounted in the car from above and the side as well as
> any other angles?  I would like an idea on how to mount these beauties.  I
> did not take this car apart (it was a rolling chassis when I got it) so I
> do
> not have any point of reference.
> Mike MacLean
> 56 BN2
> 60 AN5
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 13:18:46 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:18:46 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"
In-Reply-To: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
References: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <173126440910211218w6c8d7b7ft3af63c3288d84d62@mail.gmail.com>

fantastic! I have posted in the past and so did Reid Trammel about driving
with a trailer or truck form point a to b and to see who needed a ride or
such. should be added to national club and local web sites....
Ira Erbs
 a good idea who's time has come!

On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 11:12 AM, Jody Kerr <jodyfkerr at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hey all,
>
> I've got an idea I'm pondering. Haven't decided if it's a good or bad
> idea yet. :)
>
> I find I'm eternally frustrated by finding the part I need for my car
> 1000+ miles away, especially when it's a bulky/big/heavy part that
> will cost far in excess of it's price to ship. I know we all suffer
> through this from time to time. Then, I started thinking about the
> fact that we as a community of car people are constantly driving back
> and forth across the world for various reasons (picking up a car,
> going to conclave, etc). From there my brain remembered the old "rides
> board" we had at Uni. People would either post a message saying they
> needed to get from point A to point B, or that they were driving from
> point A to point B and had space in exchange for gas money or company.
>
> So, if someone were to say resurrect the idea of a "Rides board" on
> the internet, and give people the ability to post their availability
> (and cargo capacity) as well as their basic route, and other people
> the ability to post what they need shipped and the origin/destination,
> would this be a good idea? It's been bouncing around in my head for a
> bit, so I figured it was good enough of an idea to get feedback since
> I couldn't dismiss it easily.
>
> Jody
>
> --
> http://www.theymightberacing.com/
> 1953 Studebaker Champion
> 1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
> 1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
> 1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
> 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
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
>
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Portland, OR

From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Wed Oct 21 13:48:46 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:48:46 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"
In-Reply-To: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
References: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4ADF659E.5080907@comcast.net>

Jody,
Sounds like a good idea for a new email list, because this sort of thing 
isn't marque specific.  I have a friend with a rollback who delivers and 
picks up classic cars all over the place.  It would be a good list for 
him to be on.
Charlie

Jody Kerr wrote:
> Hey all,
>
> I've got an idea I'm pondering. Haven't decided if it's a good or bad
> idea yet. :)
>
> I find I'm eternally frustrated by finding the part I need for my car
> 1000+ miles away, especially when it's a bulky/big/heavy part that
> will cost far in excess of it's price to ship. I know we all suffer
> through this from time to time. Then, I started thinking about the
> fact that we as a community of car people are constantly driving back
> and forth across the world for various reasons (picking up a car,
> going to conclave, etc). From there my brain remembered the old "rides
> board" we had at Uni. People would either post a message saying they
> needed to get from point A to point B, or that they were driving from
> point A to point B and had space in exchange for gas money or company.
>
> So, if someone were to say resurrect the idea of a "Rides board" on
> the internet, and give people the ability to post their availability
> (and cargo capacity) as well as their basic route, and other people
> the ability to post what they need shipped and the origin/destination,
> would this be a good idea? It's been bouncing around in my head for a
> bit, so I figured it was good enough of an idea to get feedback since
> I couldn't dismiss it easily.
>
> Jody

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From jimf at frakes-eng.com  Wed Oct 21 14:29:18 2009
From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:29:18 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] LeMans Carbs
In-Reply-To: <d49b03130910211048r1cb941ffycafe6fa43b6a7be3@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d49b03130910211048r1cb941ffycafe6fa43b6a7be3@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A500B@s07.frakes-eng.com>

Mike,

I have the LeMans carbs and manifolds on my  rebuilt engine, ready to go
in the 100. I have pix with the engine out and carbs viwwed and / or in
place without the cold air box. Not yet connected the linkage from the
accelerator to the manifold. Tooooo many pix to send all. Tell me what
you are interested in and I can send some tomorrow. BTW, the shroud is
not installed yet so the view is pretty clear.

Jim Frakes

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of rrengineer
@dslextreme.com
Sent: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 1:48 PM
To: Austin Healey
Subject: [Healeys] LeMans Carbs

I just got my new H6 carbs from Burlen after only waiting five months.
It
was worth it though as I got them for the price I ordered them at in May
($758).  They sure are purrty.  I don't suppose women would understand
how
you can think a pair of carbs could be beautiful, but I could just mount
them and use them for art.  Anyway, I was wondering if anyone has a few
pictures of the carbs mounted in the car from above and the side as well
as
any other angles?  I would like an idea on how to mount these beauties.
I
did not take this car apart (it was a rolling chassis when I got it) so
I do
not have any point of reference.
Mike MacLean
56 BN2
60 AN5
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From price at advocateadvisors.com  Wed Oct 21 14:39:44 2009
From: price at advocateadvisors.com (R. Price Lindsay)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:39:44 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"
In-Reply-To: <4ADF659E.5080907@comcast.net>
References: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
	<4ADF659E.5080907@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <8D4333A09700B046A4B0DCDF4A7DE55E35F048@SERVER.acrea.local>

I agree with Charlie, an excellent idea but PLEASE don't bombard this
list.

Price Lindsay
67 BJ8

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Charlie Baldwin
Sent: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 2:49 PM
Cc: Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"

Jody,
Sounds like a good idea for a new email list, because this sort of thing

isn't marque specific.  I have a friend with a rollback who delivers and

picks up classic cars all over the place.  It would be a good list for
him to be on.
Charlie

Jody Kerr wrote:
> Hey all,
>
> I've got an idea I'm pondering. Haven't decided if it's a good or bad
> idea yet. :)
>
> I find I'm eternally frustrated by finding the part I need for my car
> 1000+ miles away, especially when it's a bulky/big/heavy part that
> will cost far in excess of it's price to ship. I know we all suffer
> through this from time to time. Then, I started thinking about the
> fact that we as a community of car people are constantly driving back
> and forth across the world for various reasons (picking up a car,
> going to conclave, etc). From there my brain remembered the old "rides
> board" we had at Uni. People would either post a message saying they
> needed to get from point A to point B, or that they were driving from
> point A to point B and had space in exchange for gas money or company.
>
> So, if someone were to say resurrect the idea of a "Rides board" on
> the internet, and give people the ability to post their availability
> (and cargo capacity) as well as their basic route, and other people
> the ability to post what they need shipped and the origin/destination,
> would this be a good idea? It's been bouncing around in my head for a
> bit, so I figured it was good enough of an idea to get feedback since
> I couldn't dismiss it easily.
>
> Jody

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From sales at justbrits.com  Wed Oct 21 15:59:03 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:59:03 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"
In-Reply-To: <173126440910211218w6c8d7b7ft3af63c3288d84d62@mail.gmail.com>
References: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
	<173126440910211218w6c8d7b7ft3af63c3288d84d62@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4ADF8427.5090900@justbrits.com>

<< a good idea who's time has come! >>

Since NEW BN-1 Owner (Robert D. of Ontario) hasn't
added his .02, I'll 'offer something up' <G> !!

I forget exactly from where but a 1275 engine was
transported by half dozen or so Spridgeteers and
delivered to gent in New Orleans, LA and I do know
that it was a goodly number of miles.

Entirely done within the Spridgets list after the N.O.
gent simply ASKED the List if anyone was headed his way.

No "new" List required<G> !!  Opening one's yap WAS<VBG> !

RD, you remember where it 'started' ??

Ed

PS:  I do sorta recall that a Chi. Lister was involved.

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Wed Oct 21 16:23:36 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:23:36 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas LeMans headlights
In-Reply-To: <001601ca526d$e12658a0$6401a8c0@9535DEE118EC44B>
References: <001601ca526d$e12658a0$6401a8c0@9535DEE118EC44B>
Message-ID: <4ADF89E8.3060306@chello.nl>

In the EU the old Lucas 5,5" and 7" units and sealed beams (illegal over 
here) are often replaced by Cibie H4 Halogen Lucas lookalikes or with 
flatter but better Hella units. There are others as well. You can even 
fit 100W or more bulbs in them if you fit thicker feed and earth wires. 
Possibly VW Golf units do fit. They are used in a number of old British 
cars.
The old units that carried the double filament Tungsten bulbs can be 
fitted with after market higher powered (60W I think) Halogen bulbs, 
however this is not a very satisfactory solution. These bulbs are 
generally of inferior quality and the filaments do not line up to make a 
properly shaped beam.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Peter Svilans schreef:
> I would agree more with Ken.  My BN6 always had the Le Mans lights with stock
> bulbs.  Really neat looking, with the LeMans 24 script,  but they were never
> totally satisfactory.  They really are period racing- not everyday modern-
> lights IMHO.
>
> The superb Lucas design and precise alignment was able to extract the very
> maximum out of a normal stock tungsten bulb of the 1950's.  But only on high
> beam.  Low beams were always just two miserable yellow pools in front of the
> car, as if there was a sacrifice of one (low) for the other (high).  I suppose
> one didn't dip beams coming up on a competitor in a race.  These lights with
> stock bulbs are really not up to modern lighting standards, but I rather like
> the distinctive British Car yellow look.
>
> The original Lucas P 700 and PL 700 'tripod' lamps were the performance road
> lights of the time, with both excellent high and low beams.  I say 'original'
> because the tripod reproduction lamps commonly seen now are of absolutely
> abysmal quality- lacking all of what made the Lucas units great- superb
> optical quality, precision alignment and high assembly standards.
> Tungsten-halogen bulbs with the P45 base these tripod lamps need are readily
> available, but the LeMans take a harder to find P36 base.  Can't help
> wondering if the original precise alignment of reflector to filament, is not
> quite the same with a replacement WalMart halogen bulb.  More power, though.
>
> The LeMans lights were usually left on high beam with few disagreements.  And
> we've generally gotten more used to looking into paint-blistering blue HID
> lights these days.
>
> Best
> Peter
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 21 18:17:29 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:17:29 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"
In-Reply-To: <4ADF8427.5090900@justbrits.com>
References: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
	<173126440910211218w6c8d7b7ft3af63c3288d84d62@mail.gmail.com> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W4690454B8E4D9DD2EA8EF9B8BE0@phx.gbl>

I don't remember the details, but you can check the archives!!  ( I've always
wanted to say that! :) )



But, I can say that Chuck C. trailered a parts Midget up from PA for me when I
needed an engine and Paul A. also assisted greatly in finding and shipping an
engine to me from the Seattle-ish area.  Seems strange to say shipping when it
was delivered by air.  Both of these from a Spridgets list request for help.



Robert

> Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:59:03 -0500
>
> << a good idea who's time has come! >>
>
> Since NEW BN-1 Owner (Robert D. of Ontario) hasn't
> added his .02, I'll 'offer something up' <G> !!
>
> I forget exactly from where but a 1275 engine was
> transported by half dozen or so Spridgeteers and
> delivered to gent in New Orleans, LA and I do know
> that it was a goodly number of miles.
>
> Entirely done within the Spridgets list after the N.O.
> gent simply ASKED the List if anyone was headed his way.
>
> No "new" List required<G> !! Opening one's yap WAS<VBG> !
>
> RD, you remember where it 'started' ??
>
> Ed
>
> PS: I do sorta recall that a Chi. Lister was involved.

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Wed Oct 21 18:52:13 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:52:13 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W4690454B8E4D9DD2EA8EF9B8BE0@phx.gbl>
References: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
	<173126440910211218w6c8d7b7ft3af63c3288d84d62@mail.gmail.com>
	<4ADF8427.5090900@justbrits.com>
	<BAY112-W4690454B8E4D9DD2EA8EF9B8BE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <471534970910211752q4fa9a411ib15fdf8b52d383a4@mail.gmail.com>

Great examples of how helpful car folks can be.

Now imaging what would happen if you could leverage the miles driven
by all the car folk!? (even those that restore those American cars
(grin)). Just knowing that information alone would be pretty danged
nifty. I'll bet that at this moment there's car folks
hauling/towing/driving on all the major highways across the US.

Jody

On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 5:17 PM,  <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> I don't remember the details, but you can check the archives!!  ( I've
always
> wanted to say that! :) )
>
>
>
> But, I can say that Chuck C. trailered a parts Midget up from PA for me when
I
> needed an engine and Paul A. also assisted greatly in finding and shipping
an
> engine to me from the Seattle-ish area.  Seems strange to say shipping when
it
> was delivered by air.  Both of these from a Spridgets list request for
help.
>

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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 21 19:09:06 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:09:06 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Another one of my "bright ideas"
In-Reply-To: <471534970910211752q4fa9a411ib15fdf8b52d383a4@mail.gmail.com>
References: <471534970910211112p3eb3d3ecs6cee40c9efad3507@mail.gmail.com>
	<173126440910211218w6c8d7b7ft3af63c3288d84d62@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W299D333759F3061989AC8BB8BE0@phx.gbl>

That would be a good thing.  ( even though I'm in Canada. :))

> Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:52:13 -0700
>
> Great examples of how helpful car folks can be.
>
> Now imaging what would happen if you could leverage the miles driven
> by all the car folk!? (even those that restore those American cars
> (grin)). Just knowing that information alone would be pretty danged
> nifty. I'll bet that at this moment there's car folks
> hauling/towing/driving on all the major highways across the US.
>
> Jody

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Wed Oct 21 19:40:07 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:40:07 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?marine_batteries?=
Message-ID: <20091022014007.26957.qmail@server278.com>

No, but if i remember correctly we got them at Costco or Sams Club here in vegas but i was not there when the old ones were returned for new ones.  hjim


>  -------Original Message-------
>  From: TERRY COLL <coll44 at msn.com>
>  Subject: RE: [Healeys] marine batteries
>  Sent: Oct 21 '09 14:55
>  
>  Do you recall who the manufacturer was?
>  
>  Terry Coll  '64 BJ8
>  
>  > From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net
>  > To: healeys at autox.team.net
>  > Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:13:27 +0000
>  > Subject: [Healeys] marine batteries
>  >
>  > could have been a fluke, but the two marine batteries that we put in my
>  friends boat two years ago had to be replaced this spring. it might be that
>  they sat all winter at the slip with no trickle charger to keep them
>  charged, but they sure died. seems they should have lasted longer. hjim
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From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Wed Oct 21 20:18:20 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 02:18:20 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?parts?=
Message-ID: <20091022021820.20611.qmail@server278.com>

in my slow but steady cleaning up after my restoration, i have identified a part as a bn-4 retaining rail (part of the convertible top), part number 806-110 in the new moss catalog.  contact me off list if interested.  hjim

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Thu Oct 22 07:49:08 2009
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (Joe and Lenore Armour)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 23:49:08 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] BN.3  and other experimental/prototypes
Message-ID: <4AE062D4.1020208@illawarra.hotkey.net.au>

Using Geoff Healey's book,'Healey:The Specials' and 'Story of the Big 
Healeys' plus having seen both the known existing BN.3 Healeys I make 
the following observations. 
A. The car under restoration in UK is more like a basic platform used to 
assess and check different potential improvements and/or features pushed 
by Austin for marketing reasons, I would describe it as a Test Mule and 
it may never have been intended to be a production car as we recognise it.
See Healey's X.170 - " 'L' type chassis. ....An attempt to make a car to 
carry four people"....."The car was sold off to someone on the 
understanding that it was a one off and we did not want toknow it."   - 
  Geoff Healey
B. Healey X.179 - " 'L2' type chassis -- no further comment from Geoff.
C.  X.207 - "6 cylinder prototype NWD977. ..... Based on the standard 
100 ... modified to include two seats for children. .... The car was 
nearly right...." - my view a pre-production car.   This is Pat Quinn's car.
D.  X.216   "2nd  6  cylinder prototype - no further comment from Geoff

Interestingly X.3  "was  an exercise ... in 1953 using a Morris Minor 
body shell and Austin Healey engine with part of the chassis. ...  Sold 
for scrap."

Obviously the Donald Healey Motor Company chose to or were directed to 
investigate several options we production and concours obsessed current 
day owners would never recognise. BUT there may be even rarer Healeys 
still out there!!!!!!

Good night all.

From m.brouillette at comcast.net  Thu Oct 22 10:42:14 2009
From: m.brouillette at comcast.net (m.brouillette at comcast.net)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:42:14 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] The Arizona Healey has been bought...
In-Reply-To: <20091022021820.20611.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <1631579845.1171901256229734241.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

Folks,

         This is from the Austin Healey Nasty Boys list.  Just passing it on
and have no further info on it myself.

Mike B
59 BT7





Re: new project
Posted by: "Austin Colcord" austincolcord at yahoo.com   austincolcord
Wed Oct 21, 2009 2:43 pm (PDT)
[Attachment(s) from Austin Colcord included below]

Hi guys- I recently bought another modified project I thought I'd tell y'all
about.  I needed it like a hole in the head since I already have a 283
vette-powered bn-6 up on jackstands and my pinto-powered bn2 in the midst of
engine removal.  Tim Moran is going to read this and think i'm crazy since
he's seen how packed my garage already is!  My neighbors think I'm nuts- "how
can a guy in his mid-30's be into all these old cars"?  But this new project
is interesting and deserved saving. It's another '59 bn-6, no drivetrain but
heavily Nasty'd.
The story goesb&the guy I bought it from owns a repair shop in Arizona, and
he bought it about 2 years ago from the previous ownerbs son (Mr. Segraves),
who is a customer of his.  The previous owner was now in his upper 70bs
living in Fountain Hills AZ, and came to the realization that he wasnbt
going to finish the car. Story goes it has been apart since 1974.   He
purchased the car originally in 1962, ran it for years until it wore out.  He
had visions of Cobra-izing it, so he began the tear-down and redesign.
Vietnam got in the way.  Upon his return, he got serious.  Over the last 20
years he installed a Ford 9b
 rear end w/ positraction, disc brake rear-end,
traction bars w/ heim joints, driveline shield, Mustang II front end w/ disc
brakes/ coilovers, Flaming River rack and pinion, fuel cell, and tubular
reinforcements around it all.  He set it up to install a big-block and widened
the tunnel to install an automatic.
I'm trying to get more history about the car.  It has an inspection sticker
from Texas from 1970 on the windshield- apparently he was stationed there.  I
intend to write to the previous owner and see if I can get more information.
I know most of you guys have v-8's, but I'm thinking an e36 BMW m3 drivetrain
would be fun and appropriately nasty.
I've attached some pictures.  Let me know what you think!
btw are any of you guys in Arizona?
Austin

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct 22 13:19:32 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:19:32 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <00da01ca5202$81d4f570$9101a8c0@home>
References: <251040.62325.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<00da01ca5202$81d4f570$9101a8c0@home>
Message-ID: <036101ca534c$963e5dd0$c2bb1970$@net>

I just bought one but the literature that comes with it states that the
magnet loses its magnetic properties at 175 degrees F. Would this cause a
problem of itsy bitsy metal particles then being able to recirculate?

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Healey Bruce
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 11:57 PM
To: Robert Blair; Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?

K & J magnets (www.kjmagnetics.com) part # RX4C2 is a 1 1/4" x 3/4" x 1/8"
ring magnet for $3.25 that works perfectly in the OD drain plug.

Bruce Steele
1960 BN7
Brea, CA
----- Original Message -----
From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 10:40 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?

From stmiller96 at hotmail.com  Thu Oct 22 14:03:39 2009
From: stmiller96 at hotmail.com (S and T Miller)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:03:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Streamliner/ endurance car
Message-ID: <BAY124-W50988A95CE9891AC0AAEF4D4BE0@phx.gbl>

Well, according to the Mythbusters last night they should have coated the
exterior body shells in dimples, like a golf ball.  Less drag.

The Millers
"British Car Nuts"

1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299

1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219

1965 MGB 40841

1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351

"Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
drive."



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From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Thu Oct 22 14:51:45 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:51:45 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <036101ca534c$963e5dd0$c2bb1970$@net>
References: <251040.62325.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<00da01ca5202$81d4f570$9101a8c0@home>
	<036101ca534c$963e5dd0$c2bb1970$@net>
Message-ID: <203922.24436.qm@web110306.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

happened to think of something: those with screw-on oil filters might want
to try the ring of magnets that fasten around the oil filter; maybe both
items~~~who knows !!!!!               Avail. most places--get the biggest
magnets you can find.
Have a round water treatment magnet like that for my
truck ( don't ask) -but don't have a screw-on filter for the bigH; just a
thought

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Thu Oct 22 14:57:33 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:57:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Streamliner/ endurance car
In-Reply-To: <BAY124-W50988A95CE9891AC0AAEF4D4BE0@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY124-W50988A95CE9891AC0AAEF4D4BE0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <173126440910221357h7838b50fg38629849aad30965@mail.gmail.com>

and duct tape to protect it from the salt

On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 1:03 PM, S and T Miller <stmiller96 at hotmail.com>wrote:

> Well, according to the Mythbusters last night they should have coated the
> exterior body shells in dimples, like a golf ball.  Less drag.
>
> The Millers
> "British Car Nuts"
>
> 1957 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 35299
>
> 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN4 77219
>
> 1965 MGB 40841
>
> 1960 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite AN5 34351
>
> "Always drive them, but remember each drive in an antique car is a test
> drive."
>
>
>
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From Awgertoo at aol.com  Thu Oct 22 16:31:43 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:31:43 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
Message-ID: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>

John--

I find this statement on the site:

    N -0.12 176:F (80:C) 590:F (310:C) 7.7   NM -0.12 212:F (100:C) 644:F
(340:C) 7.7   NH -0.11 248:F (120:C) 644:F (340:C) 7.7

I am not sure that this is saying the magnet "loses its magnetic
properties" at those temps but neither engine, transmission or differential
oils
should ever get to 248 degrees so assumedly using an "NH" magnet would be a
safe bet.

But going back to the site I cannot find out what are the specs (size) for
an NH magnet.  The site contains a lot of info but I can't figure out this
piece of info--do you have any idea?

Best--Michael Oritt
------------------------------------------------------------------

In a message dated 10/22/2009 3:38:54 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
ahbn6 at verizon.net writes:

I just  bought one but the literature that comes with it states that the
magnet  loses its magnetic properties at 175 degrees F. Would this cause a
problem  of itsy bitsy metal particles then being able to  recirculate?

From leavcast at gmail.com  Thu Oct 22 14:54:55 2009
From: leavcast at gmail.com (George Castleberry)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:54:55 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] The Arizona Healey has been bought...
References: <1631579845.1171901256229734241.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <28CC993337E542D19F3CF7D527D724F9@shinynewlaptop>

I've been emailing the guy on Craigslist that has the Arizona Healey100 but 
haven't gotten a response.  Has anyone had any luck?

George Castleberry
Flagstaff, AZ
54100
59BE
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <m.brouillette at comcast.net>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 9:42 AM
Subject: [Healeys] The Arizona Healey has been bought...


> Folks,
>
>         This is from the Austin Healey Nasty Boys list.  Just passing it 
> on
> and have no further info on it myself.
>
> Mike B
> 59 BT7
>
>
>
>
>
> Re: new project
> Posted by: "Austin Colcord" austincolcord at yahoo.com   austincolcord
> Wed Oct 21, 2009 2:43 pm (PDT)
> [Attachment(s) from Austin Colcord included below]
>
> Hi guys- I recently bought another modified project I thought I'd tell 
> y'all
> about.  I needed it like a hole in the head since I already have a 283
> vette-powered bn-6 up on jackstands and my pinto-powered bn2 in the midst 
> of
> engine removal.  Tim Moran is going to read this and think i'm crazy since
> he's seen how packed my garage already is!  My neighbors think I'm nuts- 
> "how
> can a guy in his mid-30's be into all these old cars"?  But this new 
> project
> is interesting and deserved saving. It's another '59 bn-6, no drivetrain 
> but
> heavily Nasty'd.
> The story goesb&the guy I bought it from owns a repair shop in Arizona, 
> and
> he bought it about 2 years ago from the previous ownerbs son (Mr. 
> Segraves),
> who is a customer of his.  The previous owner was now in his upper 70bs
> living in Fountain Hills AZ, and came to the realization that he wasnbt
> going to finish the car. Story goes it has been apart since 1974.   He
> purchased the car originally in 1962, ran it for years until it wore out. 
> He
> had visions of Cobra-izing it, so he began the tear-down and redesign.
> Vietnam got in the way.  Upon his return, he got serious.  Over the last 
> 20
> years he installed a Ford 9b
 rear end w/ positraction, disc brake 
> rear-end,
> traction bars w/ heim joints, driveline shield, Mustang II front end w/ 
> disc
> brakes/ coilovers, Flaming River rack and pinion, fuel cell, and tubular
> reinforcements around it all.  He set it up to install a big-block and 
> widened
> the tunnel to install an automatic.
> I'm trying to get more history about the car.  It has an inspection 
> sticker
> from Texas from 1970 on the windshield- apparently he was stationed there. 
> I
> intend to write to the previous owner and see if I can get more 
> information.
> I know most of you guys have v-8's, but I'm thinking an e36 BMW m3 
> drivetrain
> would be fun and appropriately nasty.
> I've attached some pictures.  Let me know what you think!
> btw are any of you guys in Arizona?
> Austin
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From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Oct 22 17:08:25 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:08:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
Message-ID: <0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>

FYI engine oil can and does see 240F.    Oil temp will vary with the  
engine design, how the engine is being operated, ambient temp, and if  
there is an oil cooler installed.
Rick

Sent from my iPhone

On Oct 22, 2009, at 15:31, Awgertoo at aol.com wrote:

> John--
>
> I find this statement on the site:
>
>    N -0.12 176:F (80:C) 590:F (310:C) 7.7   NM -0.12 212:F (100:C)  
> 644:F
> (340:C) 7.7   NH -0.11 248:F (120:C) 644:F (340:C) 7.7
>
> I am not sure that this is saying the magnet "loses its magnetic
> properties" at those temps but neither engine, transmission or  
> differential
> oils
> should ever get to 248 degrees so assumedly using an "NH" magnet  
> would be a
> safe bet.
>
> But going back to the site I cannot find out what are the specs  
> (size) for
> an NH magnet.  The site contains a lot of info but I can't figure  
> out this
> piece of info--do you have any idea?
>
> Best--Michael Oritt
> ------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> In a message dated 10/22/2009 3:38:54 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
> ahbn6 at verizon.net writes:
>
> I just  bought one but the literature that comes with it states that  
> the
> magnet  loses its magnetic properties at 175 degrees F. Would this  
> cause a
> problem  of itsy bitsy metal particles then being able to   
> recirculate?
> _______________________________________________
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From Awgertoo at aol.com  Thu Oct 22 17:24:12 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:24:12 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
Message-ID: <d21.59ccd3fd.3812439c@aol.com>

Rick--
 
I still think that 240 is pretty hot but in any case I found this  magnet 
which is supposedly okay for up to 302 degrees, so it should be okay  for 
drain plugs:  _http://www.kjmagnetics.com/proddetail.asp?prod=D66SH_ 
(http://www.kjmagnetics.com/proddetail.asp?prod=D66SH) 
I think you'll agree that if your oil temps get above that you might  have 
problems elsewhere--like NO OIL!
 
Best--Michael Oritt
---------------------------------------------------
 
 
 
In a message dated 10/22/2009 7:08:45 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
richard.ewald at gmail.com writes:

FYI  engine oil can and does see 240F

From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Thu Oct 22 17:41:01 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:41:01 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>

http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct 22 18:06:25 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:06:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <203922.24436.qm@web110306.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
References: <251040.62325.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<00da01ca5202$81d4f570$9101a8c0@home>
	<036101ca534c$963e5dd0$c2bb1970$@net>
	<203922.24436.qm@web110306.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <00bd01ca5374$aa4a53b0$fedefb10$@net>

The magnets are for the tranny drain plug. There is no filter in the tranny
or OD.

 

John Sims, BN6

Aberdeen, NJ

 

http://www.healey6.com

 

From: Richard Dryman [mailto:rdryman1 at yahoo.com] 
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 4:52 PM
To: John Sims; Healey List
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?

 

 

happened to think of something: those with screw-on oil filters might want
to try the ring of magnets that fasten around the oil filter; maybe both
items~~~who knows !!!!!               Avail. most places--get the biggest
magnets you can find.

Have a round water treatment magnet like that for my truck ( don't ask) -but
don't have a screw-on filter for the big H; just a thought

From price at advocateadvisors.com  Thu Oct 22 18:14:32 2009
From: price at advocateadvisors.com (R. Price Lindsay)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:14:32 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
Message-ID: <24BC4E17-C37B-40B3-90B5-644C2E75A581@advocateadvisors.com>

Dang!  Sure wish it had a radio.

Price Lindsay
BJ 8

On Oct 22, 2009, at 6:55 PM, "Michael Salter" <msalter at precisionsportscar.com 
 > wrote:

> http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
>
> Michael Salter
> http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct 22 18:25:19 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:25:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <00c801ca5377$4df49a50$e9ddcef0$@net>

The magnet in question is used at the drain plug in the Tranny. NOT the
engine oil drain plug which, since there is a filter, does not need a magnet
to separate the metal particles as does the tranny which has no filter.

I purchased this magnet because there was an email on this thread notifying
the list of the existence of this magnet which it was assumed can be used in
the TRANNY DRAIN PLUG as a replacement for the existing ones. To quote the
flyer that came with the magnet in part:

"Neodymium magnets are brittle and prone to chipping and cracking. They do
not take kindly to machining. Neodymium magnets will lose their magnetic
properties if heated above 175 degrees F (80 degrees C)."

My question probably should have been, does the oil in the TRANSMISSION
AND/OR OVERDRIVE ever get up to that temperature. NOT THE ENGINE OIL!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: Richard Ewald [mailto:richard.ewald at gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 7:08 PM
To: Awgertoo at aol.com
Cc: ahbn6 at verizon.net; healeybruce at roadrunner.com; rnbmail at yahoo.com;
healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?

FYI engine oil can and does see 240F.    Oil temp will vary with the
engine design, how the engine is being operated, ambient temp, and if
there is an oil cooler installed.
Rick

Sent from my iPhone

On Oct 22, 2009, at 15:31, Awgertoo at aol.com wrote:

> John--
>
> I find this statement on the site:
>
>    N -0.12 176:F (80:C) 590:F (310:C) 7.7   NM -0.12 212:F (100:C)
> 644:F
> (340:C) 7.7   NH -0.11 248:F (120:C) 644:F (340:C) 7.7
>
> I am not sure that this is saying the magnet "loses its magnetic
> properties" at those temps but neither engine, transmission or
> differential
> oils
> should ever get to 248 degrees so assumedly using an "NH" magnet
> would be a
> safe bet.
>
> But going back to the site I cannot find out what are the specs
> (size) for
> an NH magnet.  The site contains a lot of info but I can't figure
> out this
> piece of info--do you have any idea?
>
> Best--Michael Oritt
> ------------------------------------------------------------------

From rdryman1 at yahoo.com  Thu Oct 22 18:56:13 2009
From: rdryman1 at yahoo.com (Richard Dryman)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:56:13 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <00bd01ca5374$aa4a53b0$fedefb10$@net>
References: <251040.62325.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
	<00da01ca5202$81d4f570$9101a8c0@home>
	<036101ca534c$963e5dd0$c2bb1970$@net>
	<203922.24436.qm@web110306.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
	<00bd01ca5374$aa4a53b0$fedefb10$@net>
Message-ID: <932376.37067.qm@web110311.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

I obviously went to the wrong post:"Robert Blair, Oct 18" asked about it for
Healey engine/gearbox .
 I was responding to the first item, not the second
item. If that was the wrong original post, I am sorry !!!!
Maybe there are 2
subjects with the same heading. 



________________________________

The
magnets are for the tranny drain plug. There is no filter in the tranny or OD.
 
John Sims, BN6

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Oct 22 20:50:01 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:50:01 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <00c801ca5377$4df49a50$e9ddcef0$@net>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<00c801ca5377$4df49a50$e9ddcef0$@net>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910221950k9597c0drf540a8b8fb230112@mail.gmail.com>

While I understand that the TRANNY might not get to 240F you apparently did
not read Michael's post for detail.  He said
"temps but neither engine, transmission or differential oils should ever get
to 248 degrees ."  Note the word engine.
This is flat out false for the ENGINE. (see I can use all caps also)
While I have not been following this thread real closely, I can read for
detail and see the word ENGINE when it appears.
I stand by my comments.
Rick
On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 5:25 PM, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:

> The magnet in question is used at the drain plug in the Tranny. NOT the
> engine oil drain plug which, since there is a filter, does not need a
> magnet
> to separate the metal particles as does the tranny which has no filter.
>
> I purchased this magnet because there was an email on this thread notifying
> the list of the existence of this magnet which it was assumed can be used
> in
> the TRANNY DRAIN PLUG as a replacement for the existing ones. To quote the
> flyer that came with the magnet in part:
>
> "Neodymium magnets are brittle and prone to chipping and cracking. They do
> not take kindly to machining. Neodymium magnets will lose their magnetic
> properties if heated above 175 degrees F (80 degrees C)."
>
> My question probably should have been, does the oil in the TRANSMISSION
> AND/OR OVERDRIVE ever get up to that temperature. NOT THE ENGINE OIL!
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Thu Oct 22 23:39:04 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:39:04 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
Message-ID: <F0C6AB33-4A5E-44E9-9584-DCE80D0AFB79@gmail.com>

Wish I had a BJ8 the fenders and boot lid are worth the price of the car
BT 7

I Erbs
Sent from my iPod

On Oct 22, 2009, at 4:41 PM, "Michael Salter" <msalter at precisionsportscar.com 
 > wrote:

> http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
>
> Michael Salter
> http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Fri Oct 23 01:14:19 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:14:19 +0200
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <00c801ca5377$4df49a50$e9ddcef0$@net>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<00c801ca5377$4df49a50$e9ddcef0$@net>
Message-ID: <4AE157CB.6060300@chello.nl>

80C does not sound to high to me for an oil temperature in a 
transmission at high speeds and loads. I guess you would need a magnet 
that can survive 120C+.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


John Sims schreef:
> The magnet in question is used at the drain plug in the Tranny. NOT the
> engine oil drain plug which, since there is a filter, does not need a magnet
> to separate the metal particles as does the tranny which has no filter.
>
> I purchased this magnet because there was an email on this thread notifying
> the list of the existence of this magnet which it was assumed can be used in
> the TRANNY DRAIN PLUG as a replacement for the existing ones. To quote the
> flyer that came with the magnet in part:
>
> "Neodymium magnets are brittle and prone to chipping and cracking. They do
> not take kindly to machining. Neodymium magnets will lose their magnetic
> properties if heated above 175 degrees F (80 degrees C)."
>
> My question probably should have been, does the oil in the TRANSMISSION
> AND/OR OVERDRIVE ever get up to that temperature. NOT THE ENGINE OIL!
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>  
> http://www.healey6.com
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Richard Ewald [mailto:richard.ewald at gmail.com]
> Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 7:08 PM
> To: Awgertoo at aol.com
> Cc: ahbn6 at verizon.net; healeybruce at roadrunner.com; rnbmail at yahoo.com;
> healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
>
> FYI engine oil can and does see 240F.    Oil temp will vary with the
> engine design, how the engine is being operated, ambient temp, and if
> there is an oil cooler installed.
> Rick
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Oct 22, 2009, at 15:31, Awgertoo at aol.com wrote:
>
>   
>> John--
>>
>> I find this statement on the site:
>>
>>    N -0.12 176:F (80:C) 590:F (310:C) 7.7   NM -0.12 212:F (100:C)
>> 644:F
>> (340:C) 7.7   NH -0.11 248:F (120:C) 644:F (340:C) 7.7
>>
>> I am not sure that this is saying the magnet "loses its magnetic
>> properties" at those temps but neither engine, transmission or
>> differential
>> oils
>> should ever get to 248 degrees so assumedly using an "NH" magnet
>> would be a
>> safe bet.
>>
>> But going back to the site I cannot find out what are the specs
>> (size) for
>> an NH magnet.  The site contains a lot of info but I can't figure
>> out this
>> piece of info--do you have any idea?
>>
>> Best--Michael Oritt
>> ------------------------------------------------------------------
>>     
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct 23 06:50:20 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:50:20 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] further to the "car/parts shipping by car guys" thread
Message-ID: <BAY112-W33C25B82533C2B673E8CA7B8BD0@phx.gbl>

I received this in an email today:



http://bringatrailer.com/2009/10/22/bat-survey-car-shipping-experience/#more-

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Fri Oct 23 07:33:43 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:33:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
Message-ID: <000801ca53e5$70ff34b0$52fd9e10$@rr.com>

Interesting.  The same chassis number is being claimed by a car in The
Netherlands, although with the early form of the VIN (HBJ8L) rather than the
later one that this car is quoting (HBJ8U).  The Dutch car is also claiming
the correct original engine number for chassis 42753.  Too bad the photo of
the VIN plate is too out-of-focus to read.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Michael Salter
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 7:41 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!

http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct 23 08:51:14 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:51:14 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <000801ca53e5$70ff34b0$52fd9e10$@rr.com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W447931DEA74FCE6F325B46B8BD0@phx.gbl>

This one looks much easier:

http://preview.tinyurl.com/yjp5x9t





> -----Original Message-----
>
> http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
>
> Michael Salter

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Fri Oct 23 09:03:43 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:03:43 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
Message-ID: <6AC9C55D-D5B8-4554-93BE-032E7521B2BC@sbcglobal.net>

Watch out for the auctions in a couple of years this may show  as one  
of those famous $100,000 Gold Beige cars.


On Oct 22, 2009, at 4:41 PM, Michael Salter wrote:

> http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
>
> Michael Salter
> http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445
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From mdoust at allstream.net  Fri Oct 23 09:11:39 2009
From: mdoust at allstream.net (Mark Doust)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:11:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W447931DEA74FCE6F325B46B8BD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <CD69DD7B92E44C169149BCFD39F45ACC@abarth750>

Even ran when parked.

What a deal.

Cheers

Mark

www.abarth.ca

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 10:51 AM
To: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!

This one looks much easier:

http://preview.tinyurl.com/yjp5x9t





> -----Original Message-----
>
> http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
>
> Michael Salter
Healeys at autox.team.net
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You are subscribed as mdoust at allstream.net

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From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Fri Oct 23 09:13:30 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:13:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W447931DEA74FCE6F325B46B8BD0@phx.gbl>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<000801ca53e5$70ff34b0$52fd9e10$@rr.com>
	<BAY112-W447931DEA74FCE6F325B46B8BD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <471534970910230813v3989ed6axecd700338866b3f6@mail.gmail.com>

You know, I'm a fairly tough guy, but stuff like this sometimes makes
me want to cry.

It's just not right.

On Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 7:51 AM,  <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> This one looks much easier:
>
> http://preview.tinyurl.com/yjp5x9t
>
>
>
>
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>>
>> http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
>>
>> Michael Salter
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1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct 23 09:18:16 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:18:16 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <471534970910230813v3989ed6axecd700338866b3f6@mail.gmail.com>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W442136DA0307DC6C52F0CDB8BD0@phx.gbl>

I think it's a good thing that they're coming out.  I just hope that the right
people are buying them.



> Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:13:30 -0700
>
> You know, I'm a fairly tough guy, but stuff like this sometimes makes
> me want to cry.
>
> It's just not right.
>
> On Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 7:51 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
> > This one looks much easier:
> >
> > http://preview.tinyurl.com/yjp5x9t
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >>
> >> http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
> >>
> >> Michael Salter

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Fri Oct 23 09:32:59 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:32:59 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <6AC9C55D-D5B8-4554-93BE-032E7521B2BC@sbcglobal.net>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com> 
	<003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
	<6AC9C55D-D5B8-4554-93BE-032E7521B2BC@sbcglobal.net>
Message-ID: <173126440910230832q555068dbg7ce5afb8d6c186a2@mail.gmail.com>

By that you mean it will cost $100K to restore it :)

On Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 8:03 AM, David Nock <healeydoc at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> Watch out for the auctions in a couple of years this may show  as one of
> those famous $100,000 Gold Beige cars.
>
>
> On Oct 22, 2009, at 4:41 PM, Michael Salter wrote:
>
>  http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
>>
>> Michael Salter
>> http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445
>> _______________________________________________
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Fri Oct 23 10:11:00 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:11:00 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com><0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<BAY112-W442136DA0307DC6C52F0CDB8BD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <70C591FA7FBB442ABA9A73A7FBBC3FED@LIFEBOOK>

Robert,

You just said a mouthful. How absolutely true!
As the years go by, folks are going to be reaching further and further into 
the barrel of what's left that's unrestored and untouched, and that's what 
we're going to be finding.

Rich


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 11:18 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!


>I think it's a good thing that they're coming out.  I just hope that the 
>right
> people are buying them.
>
>
>
>> Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:13:30 -0700
>>
>> You know, I'm a fairly tough guy, but stuff like this sometimes makes
>> me want to cry.
>>
>> It's just not right.
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 7:51 AM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:
>> > This one looks much easier:
>> >
>> > http://preview.tinyurl.com/yjp5x9t
>> >> -----Original Message-----
>> >>
>> >> http://tinyurl.com/yznxydw
>> >>
>> >> Michael Salter
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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Fri Oct 23 15:59:06 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:59:06 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters? Gearbox
In-Reply-To: <932376.37067.qm@web110311.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <274201.69341.qm@web37907.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Listers,  It was me - I asked for engine and gearbox but as the engine indeed
has a good filter I should have asked for gearbox - which was my real concern
due to the metal from the synchros etc....

Continues to be a useful thread.  Temp of the gearbox oil is a god question -
anyone know of any measurments?

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Thu, 10/22/09, Richard Dryman <rdryman1 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Richard Dryman <rdryman1 at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
> To: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net>, "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Thursday, October 22, 2009, 5:56 PM
> I obviously went to the wrong
> post:"Robert Blair, Oct 18" asked about it for
> Healey engine/gearbox .
>  I was responding to the first item, not the second
> item. If that was the wrong original post, I am sorry !!!!
> Maybe there are 2
> subjects with the same heading.
>
>
>
> ________________________________
>
> The
> magnets are for the tranny drain plug. There is no filter
> in the tranny or OD.
>
> John Sims, BN6
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From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Fri Oct 23 16:19:14 2009
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Len and/or Marge Hartnett)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:19:14 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters? Gearbox
In-Reply-To: <274201.69341.qm@web37907.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <274201.69341.qm@web37907.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <A96C5FEE51734578A7F30C0A9333A75A@LeonardPCPC>

Robert:  Many years ago, when I thought that a slow-to-engage OD might be 
caused by thinning oil due to high temperatures, I installed a temperature 
sensor in the drain plug hole on my tranny.  As I recall, the trany 
temperature maintained a steady 190 degrees F.  The sender and gauge are 
still installed but I haven't payed any attention lately.  The next time I 
have the Healey out (next Tuesday), I will check.  If it is different, I 
will re-post.

(The Other) Len
Vacaville, CA, USA
1967 AH 3000 MkIII, HBJ8L39031


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Robert Blair" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
To: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net>; "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>; 
"Richard Dryman" <rdryman1 at yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 2:59 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters? Gearbox


> Listers,  It was me - I asked for engine and gearbox but as the engine 
> indeed
> has a good filter I should have asked for gearbox - which was my real 
> concern
> due to the metal from the synchros etc....
>
> Continues to be a useful thread.  Temp of the gearbox oil is a god 
> question -
> anyone know of any measurments?
>
> Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Fri Oct 23 16:26:43 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:26:43 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] My BN1M signature.
In-Reply-To: <c2b.41312017.381071b7@aol.com>
References: <c2b.41312017.381071b7@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4AE22DA3.7000207@pacbell.net>

Hi Michael, List,

It simply signifies that my 1953 BN1 was converted to M specs.  The 
original owner was a racer and after crashing his MGTD, purchased the 
BN1 and immediately fitted it with a Le Mans kit in 1954.  He did not 
purchase the louvered bonnet because why add a heavy steel panel when 
his early car, #663, had both an alloy boot lid as well as bonnet?

He then took the car to a First in Class win at the inaugural Road 
America at Elkhart Lake, WI in 1954.

I am the second owner of the car having purchased it 24 February, 1978.

Bill

Awgertoo at aol.com wrote:
> Bill--
>  
> What does the designation in your signature "' 53 BN1M" stand  for?
>  
> Best--Michael Oritt
> -----------------------------------------
> In a message dated 10/21/2009 3:36:34 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
> bn1 at pacbell.net writes:
>
> Bill
> '53 BN1M

From theswed at hotmail.com  Fri Oct 23 17:51:30 2009
From: theswed at hotmail.com (Kenny J)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:51:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Coil
Message-ID: <SNT125-W2153342D30279EDCAE016BB3BD0@phx.gbl>

On the wiring diagram is CB is which "+" or "-" on the coil.  My car is
positive ground.



Kenny

61 BT-7

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From mayorrichard at hotmail.com  Fri Oct 23 17:56:10 2009
From: mayorrichard at hotmail.com (richard mayor)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:56:10 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo Calipers on a 3000?
Message-ID: <COL106-W539BC54AFE7214DECED23CC0BD0@phx.gbl>

Greetings Listmates,  There seems to be this myth about Volvo calipers bolting
directly up to BJ8 spindles. The most common source  I have heard about is the
Girling 4 piston, solid rotor, caliper from the 1970-71 Volvo 164. (The 1972
and later Volvo 164s had vented rotors). So here's the scoop. The mounting
holes on the early 3000 calipers are 3.250" on center; the BJ8 caliper holes
are 3.500" on center; the Volvo 164 caliper holes are 3.000" on center. So,
does anyone really know what Volvo caliper actually bolts up to a Healey, or
is this one of those myths that continue to circulate because somone heard
someone say it, and it just keeps being repeated?
Richard Mayor, Portland, Oregon


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From pennell at cox.net  Fri Oct 23 18:46:29 2009
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:46:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <003201ca5371$1d5303b0$57f90b10$@com>
Message-ID: <20091023204629.YICX7.459785.imail@eastrmwml33>

When somebody is ready to buy it I have two very good doors!

:)
Keith Pennell

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From bspidell at comcast.net  Fri Oct 23 19:08:30 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:08:30 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Coil
In-Reply-To: <SNT125-W2153342D30279EDCAE016BB3BD0@phx.gbl>
References: <SNT125-W2153342D30279EDCAE016BB3BD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AE2538E.5040309@comcast.net>

"+" == "CB"


bs


Kenny J wrote:
> On the wiring diagram is CB is which "+" or "-" on the coil.  My car is
> positive ground.
>
>
>
> Kenny
>
> 61 BT-7
>
> _________________________________________________________________
>
>   


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From schauss at worldnet.att.net  Fri Oct 23 19:26:49 2009
From: schauss at worldnet.att.net (Peter Schauss)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:26:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Coil
In-Reply-To: <SNT125-W2153342D30279EDCAE016BB3BD0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <20091024012701.3BE0A18764B@autox.team.net>

CB stands for "contact breaker" (or something similar) so it would the side
of the coil connected to the points, hence + on a positive ground car.

HTH,
Peter Schauss
1963 BJ7
1980 MGB

> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-
> bounces at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Kenny J
> Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 7:52 PM
> To: Healeys Healeys
> Subject: [Healeys] Coil
> 
> On the wiring diagram is CB is which "+" or "-" on the coil.  My car is
> positive ground.
> 
> 
> 
> Kenny
> 
> 61 BT-7
> 
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From wwscpo at aol.com  Fri Oct 23 19:39:47 2009
From: wwscpo at aol.com (wwscpo at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:39:47 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey wood
Message-ID: <8CC22620114A223-1B58-215A@webmail-d035.sysops.aol.com>

Wow!!
What a great response to a mundane question.  I really appreciate the trip you
all took me on regarding this.  From Morgan ash frames, to species of woods,
to dashboards, to who cares anyway its covered and no one sees it.
Thank you for each opinion and thought,
Bill Schumann

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Fri Oct 23 19:40:35 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:40:35 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Here's a challenge!!
In-Reply-To: <20091023204629.YICX7.459785.imail@eastrmwml33>
Message-ID: <20091023204035.CNJ59.327526.root@ispmxfep12-z01>

and I have a bonnet:)


---- pennell at cox.net wrote: 

=============
When somebody is ready to buy it I have two very good doors!

:)
Keith Pennell

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From mark at bradakis.com  Fri Oct 23 20:15:25 2009
From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark J Bradakis)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:15:25 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] That's odd [ 100-4 piston rings ]
Message-ID: <4AE2633D.7000505@bradakis.com>

So I list a couple sets of 100-4 piston rings on EBay.  And I *know* I 
uploaded
a photo - but gee, no picture shows up, no bids, drat.  Someone is going 
to get
$70 worth of parts for 4 bucks.  So it goes.

Go to http://fatchancegarage.com and click on the Ebay link over there up in
the corner.

mjb.

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Fri Oct 23 20:44:21 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:44:21 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] My BN1M signature.
Message-ID: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com>

Bill--
 
With all due respect nothing you do to a BN1 can make it into a  true M.  
My 1954 BN1 was converted to "M" or Lemans specs by the first  owner but I 
prefer to designate it a 100 Lemans.  
 
Best--Michael Oritt
-----------------------------------------------------
 
In a message dated 10/23/2009 6:33:52 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
bn1 at pacbell.net writes:

Hi  Michael, List,

It simply signifies that my 1953 BN1 was converted to M  specs.

From jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net  Fri Oct 23 23:18:51 2009
From: jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net (john spaur)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:18:51 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <4ADF27CD.5040501@comcast.net>
References: <mailman.16707.1256135404.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<4ADF27CD.5040501@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <6.2.3.4.2.20091023221650.02089478@pop.att.yahoo.com>

OK... nice link to Duncan's. But there was only three Duncan's.

Where's the Duncan Donut?

John

At 11:25 AM 10/21/2009 -0400, Kent McLean wrote:
>Patrick Quinn wrote:
>>Perhaps the Drone (or Healey Duncan Roadster to give it
><http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/duncan.html>
>I give thanks that Donald Healey found Gerry Coker. :)
>Kent McLean

From jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net  Fri Oct 23 23:26:25 2009
From: jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net (john spaur)
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:26:25 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <6E4155EB2E584A97AD218C60B89A97FB@TRACY>
References: <471534970910210910w7cce11ebj161628ac27690dbf@mail.gmail.com>
	<6E4155EB2E584A97AD218C60B89A97FB@TRACY>
Message-ID: <6.2.3.4.2.20091023222114.020746d0@pop.att.yahoo.com>

No, not stubborn; their motivation has not been revealed. When that 
is understood, a mutually beneficial agreement can be reached.

John

At 09:46 AM 10/21/2009 -0700, Tracy Drummond wrote:
>I know of one rotting away in the desert.....  No matter what we 
>....did or offer, the family will not part with it....
>Sad but true.  Very stubborn folk....
>
>Tracy Drummond

From p_cquinn at tpg.com.au  Sat Oct 24 04:25:49 2009
From: p_cquinn at tpg.com.au (Patrick and Caroline Quinn)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:25:49 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <6.2.3.4.2.20091023221650.02089478@pop.att.yahoo.com>
References: <mailman.16707.1256135404.3240.healeys@autox.team.net><4ADF27CD.5040501@comcast.net>
	<6.2.3.4.2.20091023221650.02089478@pop.att.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <7AF98A146E634DB291233F830231C0C9@PatrickQuinnPC>

G'day

Duncan bodies were fitted to a number of chassis including Alvis, Allard,
Daimler and Healey. The body style was the same from the windscreen back
while marques like Alvis had their traditional bonnet and grille. 

Of all the cars the Healey Duncan saloon was the most curvaceous.

As far as is know there were 4 differing body styles. Two differing
roadsters, the saloon and a tourer. Some 39 chassis were fitted with the
saloon body, including 1 tourer. Numbers of roadsters built is not known and
most were rebodied in other body styles.

Today the Association of Healeys Owners knows of 4 saloons, 1 tourer and 1
roadster.

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

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

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of john spaur
Sent: Saturday, 24 October 2009 4:19 PM
To: Kent McLean
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile

OK... nice link to Duncan's. But there was only three Duncan's.

Where's the Duncan Donut?

John

At 11:25 AM 10/21/2009 -0400, Kent McLean wrote:
>Patrick Quinn wrote:
>>Perhaps the Drone (or Healey Duncan Roadster to give it
><http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/duncan.html>
>I give thanks that Donald Healey found Gerry Coker. :)
>Kent McLean

From ah3000me at gmail.com  Sat Oct 24 07:42:10 2009
From: ah3000me at gmail.com (Tom)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 09:42:10 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <6.2.3.4.2.20091023222114.020746d0@pop.att.yahoo.com>
References: <471534970910210910w7cce11ebj161628ac27690dbf@mail.gmail.com>
	<6E4155EB2E584A97AD218C60B89A97FB@TRACY>
	<6.2.3.4.2.20091023222114.020746d0@pop.att.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <d9b7a14d0910240642p4682c406pb486cd0f61c2f8f6@mail.gmail.com>

The Baltimore Sun had a story in the early 90's about a old farmer
who's lower field was full of collector cars.  He wouldn't part with
them, and by the time he died, the field was turning to woodlot.
There were pictures of cars with trees growing growing up in the
engine compartments.  The article said that at one point there was a
million-dollar inventory sitting in his field. His estate paid someone
to clean up and take everything to the crusher.

The moral of the story is don't keep it if you're not fixing it.

- Tom


On Sat, Oct 24, 2009 at 1:26 AM, john spaur <jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> No, not stubborn; their motivation has not been revealed. When that is
> understood, a mutually beneficial agreement can be reached.
>
> John
>
> At 09:46 AM 10/21/2009 -0700, Tracy Drummond wrote:
>>
>> I know of one rotting away in the desert.....  No matter what we ....did
>> or offer, the family will not part with it....
>> Sad but true.  Very stubborn folk....

From kentmclean at comcast.net  Sat Oct 24 08:09:39 2009
From: kentmclean at comcast.net (Kent McLean)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:09:39 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <6.2.3.4.2.20091023222114.020746d0@pop.att.yahoo.com>
References: <471534970910210910w7cce11ebj161628ac27690dbf@mail.gmail.com>
	<6E4155EB2E584A97AD218C60B89A97FB@TRACY>
	<6.2.3.4.2.20091023222114.020746d0@pop.att.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4AE30AA3.6060003@comcast.net>

 > Tracy Drummond wrote:
 >> I know of one rotting away in the desert.....  No matter what we
 >> ....did or offer, the family will not part with it....
 >> Sad but true.  Very stubborn folk....

john spaur wrote:
 > No, not stubborn; their motivation has not been revealed. When that is
 > understood, a mutually beneficial agreement can be reached.

Taking a page from the "clean sweep" shows, where they attack a junk-cluttered 
house and get people to throw out "precious memories" like Aunt Edna's cracked 
tea pot, I'd take the same approach.  The car is a loving memory of Uncle Bob. 
But do you think that's the way Uncle Bob wants to be remembered? No. Wouldn't 
it be nice to put the car into the hands of someone like Uncle Bob, who would 
restore it back to its original beauty? That's what Uncle Bob would like to see. 
And we'll take pictures of it being restored, so you can see the progress being 
made, that would make Uncle Bob happy. And when it is done, we'll come around, 
pick you up, and drive the car to Uncle Bob's grave, so he can see what a 
beautiful car it is.

Tug at their heart strings. The pocketbook will follow.

-- 
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sat Oct 24 08:19:10 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 16:19:10 +0200
Subject: [Healeys]  Volvo Calipers on a 3000?
Message-ID: <5DAC9C492B82477586F08A7C2B067913@tm>

Richard,

 

The Volvo P1800 and 1800S (production years '61-69) have 3 pot Girlings that
have the mounting holes separated by 3.5". 

The same calipers were also used on Volvo Amazon, I would need to check the
years to make sure.

 

They used unvented rotors. If you need to check the offset to the rotor
centre, I can check it as well.

 

The should be available pretty cheap used, if you need a contact in US, let
me know.

 

Best, Tadek

 

 

Message: 5

Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:56:10 +0000

From: richard mayor < >

Subject: 

To: healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>

Message-ID: <COL106-W539BC54AFE7214DECED23CC0BD0 at phx.gbl>

Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"

 

Greetings Listmates, There seems to be this myth about Volvo calipers
bolting directly up to BJ8 spindles. The most common source  I have heard
about is the Girling 4 piston, solid rotor, caliper from the 1970-71 Volvo
164. (The 1972 and later Volvo 164s had vented rotors). So here's the scoop.
The mounting holes on the early 3000 calipers are 3.250" on center; the BJ8
caliper holes are 3.500" on center; the Volvo 164 caliper holes are 3.000"
on center. So, does anyone really know what Volvo caliper actually bolts up
to a Healey, or is this one of those myths that continue to circulate
because somone heard someone say it, and it just keeps being repeated?

Richard Mayor, Portland, Oregon

From bighealey at charter.net  Sat Oct 24 09:43:20 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 08:43:20 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile
In-Reply-To: <4AE30AA3.6060003@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <ED487DE1BF3A41C681CA51E525FEBA44@TRACY>

That approach was taken to no avail.

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

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Kent McLean
Sent: Saturday, October 24, 2009 7:10 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 49 Healey Sportsmobile

 > Tracy Drummond wrote:
 >> I know of one rotting away in the desert.....  No matter what we
 >> ....did or offer, the family will not part with it....
 >> Sad but true.  Very stubborn folk....

john spaur wrote:
 > No, not stubborn; their motivation has not been revealed. When that is
 > understood, a mutually beneficial agreement can be reached.

Taking a page from the "clean sweep" shows, where they attack a
junk-cluttered
house and get people to throw out "precious memories" like Aunt Edna's
cracked
tea pot, I'd take the same approach.  The car is a loving memory of Uncle
Bob.
But do you think that's the way Uncle Bob wants to be remembered? No.
Wouldn't
it be nice to put the car into the hands of someone like Uncle Bob, who
would
restore it back to its original beauty? That's what Uncle Bob would like to
see.
And we'll take pictures of it being restored, so you can see the progress
being
made, that would make Uncle Bob happy. And when it is done, we'll come
around,
pick you up, and drive the car to Uncle Bob's grave, so he can see what a
beautiful car it is.

Tug at their heart strings. The pocketbook will follow.

--
Kent McLean
'56 100 BN2
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Sat Oct 24 15:11:31 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 17:11:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
Message-ID: <20091024.141156.1204.23661@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>

Does anyone know the thread size on the Lucas SFT 576 for the securing
nut.? TIA.

Doug
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From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Sat Oct 24 16:35:09 2009
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:35:09 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Alternative to Healey's at Bonneville
Message-ID: <810189.78638.qm@web30303.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Given the recent discussion about Healeys return to Bonneville, I thought this
might be of interest.  Enjoy!!    http://www.saltflats.com/barstool.html

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From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Sat Oct 24 19:04:24 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:04:24 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?rotting_cars?=
Message-ID: <20091025010424.1680.qmail@server278.com>

for more years than i care to remember, a 1957 Chev BelAir 2dr stood slowing deteriorating in the middle of a field just north of central point, oregon.  i am sure many thousands of people who saw it wanted to buy it, but it sat there until 2 years ago when the old man died and his wife sold the place to a developer.  the car disappeared and i have not been able to find out what happened.  another barnless find gone.    hjim

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Sat Oct 24 19:04:25 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:04:25 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?rotting_cars?=
Message-ID: <20091025010425.1694.qmail@server278.com>

for more years than i care to remember, a 1957 Chev BelAir 2dr stood slowing deteriorating in the middle of a field just north of central point, oregon.  i am sure many thousands of people who saw it wanted to buy it, but it sat there until 2 years ago when the old man died and his wife sold the place to a developer.  the car disappeared and i have not been able to find out what happened.  another barnless find gone.    hjim

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sat Oct 24 19:34:38 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 18:34:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] My BN1M signature.
In-Reply-To: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com>
Message-ID: <4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net>

Michael,

Actually IIRC this List had the same discussion in 2005 or 6.  I know 
for certain that you and I did on 1-24-2008.  When did I ever say I 
wanted to make it into a "true M"?  Mine is a driver, not Concours, and 
with the modifications I have made, will outperform any "true M".  You 
were at Conclave, San Diego last year and saw my car, driven by John 
Nikas (since I am still temporarily in my wheelchair), win the long 
Gymkhana course in the 100 class.  I even have a couple more 
"improvements" planned before Red Car goes to Rendezvous in Eugene, OR 
next June.  My modifications are very well hidden and I love my 3-speed 
o/d in contrast to your Smitty Toyota  with BJ8 clutch.

After the recent thread about the LeMans 24 headlights, I think I will 
use them as well.  I agree with my Nasty Boy friend that they do look 
really cool.

And then you say:  "but I prefer to designate it a 100 Lemans."  Maybe 
we should first decide if that should be spelled Lemans, as you do now, 
or LeMans per an 11-28-08 email of yours or even Le Mans as you did 
1-24-08 to me.  You say tomAto and I say toma(h)to.   I mean, does 
anybody REALLY care?  I don't and I doubt if the List does either.

Also at Conclave 2008 my car was awarded First Place - Modified Healey.  
I have no idea why I was separated into that class.  I didn't request it 
and you'd have to ask the Car Show Committee for an explanation.  Did 
they have a premonition that your hackles would be rankled and this 
discussion would take place?  In the future, Michael, perhaps when you 
see my BN1M signature, you should just think of it as meaning "Modified".

At least, thank God, you don't call it a 100/4. :-)

Bill

Awgertoo at aol.com wrote:
> Bill--
>  
> With all due respect nothing you do to a BN1 can make it into a  true M.  
> My 1954 BN1 was converted to "M" or Lemans specs by the first  owner but I 
> prefer to designate it a 100 Lemans.  
>  
> Best--Michael Oritt
> -----------------------------------------------------
>  
> In a message dated 10/23/2009 6:33:52 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
> bn1 at pacbell.net writes:
>
> Hi  Michael, List,
>
> It simply signifies that my 1953 BN1 was converted to M  specs.
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From rjh.co at tx.rr.com  Sat Oct 24 19:38:02 2009
From: rjh.co at tx.rr.com (Richard J. Hockert)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:38:02 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Non Healey but Vintage Car
In-Reply-To: <70C591FA7FBB442ABA9A73A7FBBC3FED@LIFEBOOK>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com><0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<BAY112-W442136DA0307DC6C52F0CDB8BD0@phx.gbl>
	<70C591FA7FBB442ABA9A73A7FBBC3FED@LIFEBOOK>
Message-ID: <026301ca5513$cb4bea10$61e3be30$@co@tx.rr.com>

My neighbor owns a Intermeccanica Italia roadster that he is interested in
selling.  The car is in very, very nice condition.  Here is a link to
information about the car:  http://www.intermeccanica.org/

His car is like the one pictured at the top on the left side of the screen.
The car is dark red with black interior.  I believe that it is a 1971.

If anyone has a serious interest, contact me offline and I'll pass your
email along to him.

No financial interest, etc., just a neighbor.

Best regards,
Jim Hockert
Dallas, TX

From pennell at cox.net  Sat Oct 24 19:59:29 2009
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:59:29 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
In-Reply-To: <20091024.141156.1204.23661@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <20091024215929.E1QAM.693529.imail@eastrmwml46>

Hi Dougie,

I am missing a nut for the same light.  A while back I was reasearching it and I seem to recall I found it was 5/8 by 27 tpi.  Somewhere I was told that a number of brit motorcycles used the 27 tpi.  I never found a nut.

Keith

---- dwflagg <dwflagg at juno.com> wrote: 
> Does anyone know the thread size on the Lucas SFT 576 for the securing
> nut.? TIA.
> 
> Doug

From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Sat Oct 24 20:29:49 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:29:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
References: <20091024215929.E1QAM.693529.imail@eastrmwml46>
Message-ID: <6C784E976B3143F1AE65572A7542F6FC@LIFEBOOK>

I have 3 of them in their original little Lucas envelopes.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <pennell at cox.net>
To: "dwflagg" <dwflagg at juno.com>; <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, October 24, 2009 9:59 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576


> Hi Dougie,
>
> I am missing a nut for the same light.  A while back I was reasearching it 
> and I seem to recall I found it was 5/8 by 27 tpi.  Somewhere I was told 
> that a number of brit motorcycles used the 27 tpi.  I never found a nut.
>
> Keith
>
> ---- dwflagg <dwflagg at juno.com> wrote:
>> Does anyone know the thread size on the Lucas SFT 576 for the securing
>> nut.? TIA.
>>
>> Doug
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From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Sat Oct 24 20:41:56 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:41:56 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
In-Reply-To: <20091024.141156.1204.23661@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <519032.18825.qm@web83302.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

If you check the diameter and the TPI  I think you will find its a BSF 1/2  16
tpi OR 9/16  16tpi or 5/8  14tpi   If you have my book check the index under "
threads " ..         Norman Nock

--- On Sat, 10/24/09, dwflagg <dwflagg at juno.com> wrote:

From: dwflagg <dwflagg at juno.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009, 2:11 PM

Does anyone know the thread size on the Lucas SFT 576 for the securing
nut.? TIA.

Doug
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From ggilliam at usol.com  Sat Oct 24 20:54:09 2009
From: ggilliam at usol.com (ggilliam at usol.com)
Date: Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:54:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] =?utf-8?q?Volvo_SU_Carbs=3F?=
Message-ID: <e2264ef0244315a46112031feb9798a0@usol.com>

I just read an article in the latest Auto Restorer magazine about a guy
and his 2.5+ million mile Volvo P1800S. One of the pictures showed the
engine compartment, and what looked like SU HD8 carbs. Are they
interchangeable with BJ8 carbs? 

 Regards, 

 Gordy

From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Oct 24 22:50:01 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 04:50:01 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo SU Carbs?
In-Reply-To: <e2264ef0244315a46112031feb9798a0@usol.com>
Message-ID: <237054608.200471256446201953.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Just read the same article--wish it had talked about the Laycock deNormanville O/D the car probably had (excepting the mention in one of the photo captions of an 'electric overdrive'). How the heck did he get 2.5M+ miles on THAT???!!! Musta used MT-90 ;) 

Anyway, it appears the P1800 used HS6 SU carbs: 

http://www.classicvolvoparts.co.uk/pages/Volvo%20P1800fuel.html 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



I just read an article in the latest Auto Restorer magazine about a guy 
and his 2.5+ million mile Volvo P1800S. One of the pictures showed the 
engine compartment, and what looked like SU HD8 carbs. Are they 
interchangeable with BJ8 carbs? 

Regards, 

Gordy 

From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Oct 24 22:57:47 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 04:57:47 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] SU Carbs
Message-ID: <435079863.201831256446667440.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

When looking for info on the P1800 carbs came across: 

http://www.sw-em.com/su_carbs.htm 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

From sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au  Sun Oct 25 03:39:40 2009
From: sebring at illawarra.hotkey.net.au (Joe and Lenore Armour)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:39:40 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo SU Carbs?
In-Reply-To: <237054608.200471256446201953.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <237054608.200471256446201953.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4AE42AEC.6040005@illawarra.hotkey.net.au>

Bob Spidell wrote:

>Just read the same article--wish it had talked about the Laycock deNormanville O/D the car probably had (excepting the mention in one of the photo captions of an 'electric overdrive'). How the heck did he get 2.5M+ miles on THAT???!!! Musta used MT-90 ;) 
>
>Anyway, it appears the P1800 used HS6 SU carbs: 
>
>http://www.classicvolvoparts.co.uk/pages/Volvo%20P1800fuel.html 
>
>
>bs 
>  
>

JENSEN  Motors
The very same company that sub-contracted the assembly of our Austin 
Healey cars, less drive train, also assembled the early Volvo P1800s  so 
there is a lot of British in them there Volvos.
After despatching the Healeys on the back of a truck they arrived at the 
MG assembly line (Abingdon)  for their motors,g'boxes and diffs plus I 
think wheels

From pieters at pt.lu  Sun Oct 25 03:34:50 2009
From: pieters at pt.lu (Pieter and Linda)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:34:50 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo SU Carbs?
In-Reply-To: <4AE42AEC.6040005@illawarra.hotkey.net.au>
References: <237054608.200471256446201953.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<4AE42AEC.6040005@illawarra.hotkey.net.au>
Message-ID: <020D8DC2-4DE7-4E37-B28F-BF15A569B97D@pt.lu>

I own two 1800's. An early jensen built P1800 and a late 1800E and  
they are an interesting collection of British and European bits. They  
have Bosch electrics ( coil, starter and generator/alternator) but  
smith instruments. Bosch headlights but Lucas taillights. The volvo  
gearboxes where taken from larger saloons ( the one in my 1800E is  
from the 164) so they aren't stressed and the later overdrive is also  
more often used in heavier more powerful cars. With regular oil  
changes and proper maintenance, high milages are not uncommon. Also of  
interest is the poor panel fit and tendency to rust that plagues the  
Jensen built cars,
cheers
Pieter
On 25/10/2009, at 11:39 AM, Joe and Lenore Armour wrote:

> Bob Spidell wrote:
>
>> Just read the same article--wish it had talked about the Laycock  
>> deNormanville O/D the car probably had (excepting the mention in  
>> one of the photo captions of an 'electric overdrive'). How the heck  
>> did he get 2.5M+ miles on THAT???!!! Musta used MT-90 ;)
>> Anyway, it appears the P1800 used HS6 SU carbs:
>> http://www.classicvolvoparts.co.uk/pages/Volvo%20P1800fuel.html
>>
>> bs
>
> JENSEN  Motors
> The very same company that sub-contracted the assembly of our Austin  
> Healey cars, less drive train, also assembled the early Volvo  
> P1800s  so there is a lot of British in them there Volvos.
> After despatching the Healeys on the back of a truck they arrived at  
> the MG assembly line (Abingdon)  for their motors,g'boxes and diffs  
> plus I think wheels
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Sun Oct 25 05:44:54 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 08:44:54 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
In-Reply-To: <20091024215929.E1QAM.693529.imail@eastrmwml46>
References: <20091024.141156.1204.23661@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>
	<20091024215929.E1QAM.693529.imail@eastrmwml46>
Message-ID: <000301ca5570$f4412a90$dcc37fb0$@com>

I think you will find that it is actually 26 t.p.i. being BSC British
Standard Cycle Thread
http://homepages.tesco.net/~A10bsa/bscbot.htm

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of pennell at cox.net
Sent: Saturday, October 24, 2009 9:59 PM
To: dwflagg; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576

Hi Dougie,

I am missing a nut for the same light.  A while back I was reasearching it
and I seem to recall I found it was 5/8 by 27 tpi.  Somewhere I was told
that a number of brit motorcycles used the 27 tpi.  I never found a nut.

Keith

---- dwflagg <dwflagg at juno.com> wrote: 
> Does anyone know the thread size on the Lucas SFT 576 for the securing
> nut.? TIA.
> 
> Doug
_______________________________________________

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Sun Oct 25 05:58:59 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 8:58:59 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] rotting cars
In-Reply-To: <20091025010425.1694.qmail@server278.com>
Message-ID: <20091025075859.KSGDF.344669.root@ispmxfep12-z01>

I watched a TR3 do that.  This was a car at a mechanics garage of all places.  It sat outside, uncovered, for years.  Literally started to fall apart.  I kept asking why they didn't at least cover it, to no avail.  Don't know what ever happened to it.
---- healeymanjim at hansencc.net wrote: 

=============
for more years than i care to remember, a 1957 Chev BelAir 2dr stood slowing deteriorating in the middle of a field just north of central point, oregon.  i am sure many thousands of people who saw it wanted to buy it, but it sat there until 2 years ago when the old man died and his wife sold the place to a developer.  the car disappeared and i have not been able to find out what happened.  another barnless find gone.    hjim
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From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Sun Oct 25 06:03:12 2009
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 07:03:12 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
In-Reply-To: <000301ca5570$f4412a90$dcc37fb0$@com>
References: <20091024.141156.1204.23661@mailpop05.dca.untd.com><20091024215929.E1QAM.693529.imail@eastrmwml46>
	<000301ca5570$f4412a90$dcc37fb0$@com>
Message-ID: <5AB0FD1048E543829B5FA79FE3A5AC98@oscar>

Thanks to bicycles, Brits and Hotchkiss I have a W I D E array of odd taps
and dies... ;>)
dp

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Porter Customs   2909 Arno NE
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-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Michael Salter
Sent: Sunday, October 25, 2009 6:45 AM
To: pennell at cox.net; 'dwflagg'; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576

I think you will find that it is actually 26 t.p.i. being BSC British
Standard Cycle Thread
http://homepages.tesco.net/~A10bsa/bscbot.htm

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of pennell at cox.net
Sent: Saturday, October 24, 2009 9:59 PM
To: dwflagg; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576

Hi Dougie,

I am missing a nut for the same light.  A while back I was reasearching it
and I seem to recall I found it was 5/8 by 27 tpi.  Somewhere I was told
that a number of brit motorcycles used the 27 tpi.  I never found a nut.

Keith

---- dwflagg <dwflagg at juno.com> wrote: 
> Does anyone know the thread size on the Lucas SFT 576 for the securing
> nut.? TIA.
> 
> Doug
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 25 07:27:45 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 14:27:45 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com>
  <4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl>

BN1 LeMANS?



Do you mean this one?



http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg


RD

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 25 08:45:55 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:45:55 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Need to confirm Testing Process.
Message-ID: <001101ca558a$3dba7c80$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

This is something that I personally have never attempted but it sure makes a
lot of sense.

It was suggested that I unbolt the front u-joint from the trany in order to
isolate a
clunking noise coming from that area.   This would certainly rule out noise
from
the U-joint going back to the rear end.

So can I just sit in the car and run through the gears and RPMs without the
drive shaft
connected and not screw up anything.    It sounds too easy.

Sure hope the neighbors are away or they may think I have lost it.  My wife
already has
taken this view point.

Mark

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Sun Oct 25 09:07:25 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 09:07:25 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Driving Lamp Bracket Design
Message-ID: <14240.28809.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Listers, I have a pair of large Bosch Driving lamps which I am adding to my
BJ8 - mostly for looks as I do not do much night driving.  As I do not want a
badge bar to mount them on [dont like the look] and the valence is not stable
enough [flat plate that would vibrate like crazy] I designed a simple set of 2
brackets that are easy to make that anchor to the bumper iron below the
valence - providing a vibration free mount for a heavy lamp - one bracket
below the valance bolts to the bumper iron and one above the valence that
carries the lamp.  Neat and clean design.  Can be make with 3/16 alu/steel and
black powder coated or chromed.

If anyone wants my hand dwgs/dimensions let me know.

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   

From MBran89793 at aol.com  Sun Oct 25 09:33:08 2009
From: MBran89793 at aol.com (MBran89793 at aol.com)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 12:33:08 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
Message-ID: <cf3.625bfd9a.3815d7c4@aol.com>

Just my personal opinion but I think it would look better if the "LeMans"  
portion of the badge was placed below the  <--100--<.
                LeMans     


Marion S.  Brantley, Jr.
TBAHC Membership Chmn./Delegate
Concours Committee  Member

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Sun Oct 25 09:36:12 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:36:12 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com> <4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net>
	<BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AE47E7C.1020907@chello.nl>

Very clumsy, not the right or similar style and not lined up.
Kees Oudesluijs


robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> BN1 LeMANS?
>
>
>
> Do you mean this one?
>
>
>
> http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg
>
>
> RD

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Sun Oct 25 09:39:13 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:39:13 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Need to confirm Testing Process.
In-Reply-To: <001101ca558a$3dba7c80$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <001101ca558a$3dba7c80$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <4AE47F31.1090306@chello.nl>

It IS easy.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Mark LaPierre schreef:
> So can I just sit in the car and run through the gears and RPMs without the
> drive shaft
> connected and not screw up anything.    It sounds too easy.
>
>
> Mark

From dwflagg at juno.com  Sun Oct 25 10:18:57 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:18:57 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
Message-ID: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>

Gee,

Can't anyone make an observation in a somewhat polite manner? I think RD
was just sharing what he had done, not being concours judged. IMHO.

Doug

> Very clumsy, not the right or similar style and not lined up.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> 
> 
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> > BN1 LeMANS?
> >
> >
> >
> > Do you mean this one?
> >
> >
> >
> > http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg
> >
> >
> > RD
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From eyera3 at gmail.com  Sun Oct 25 10:48:35 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 10:48:35 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
Message-ID: <4ae48f53.9513f30a.27a4.ffffae67@mx.google.com>

Looks like it came off of a 60s Pontiac

sent from my cellular PDA
I Erbs

-----Original Message-----
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Sent: Sunday, October 25, 2009 7:27 AM
To: Healeys <healeys at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1M

BN1 LeMANS?



Do you mean this one?



http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg


RD
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 25 11:26:03 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:26:03 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <cf3.625bfd9a.3815d7c4@aol.com>
References: <cf3.625bfd9a.3815d7c4@aol.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W31D641ECF7A9788314613FB8BB0@phx.gbl>

But, ... in my defense, it was a gravity fit.  The 100 had to hold it up!  :)





Just my personal opinion but I think it would look better if the "LeMans"
portion of the badge was placed below the  <--100--<.
                LeMans


Marion S. Brantley, Jr.
TBAHC Membership Chmn./Delegate
Concours Committee Member

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 25 11:28:07 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:28:07 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <4AE47E7C.1020907@chello.nl>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com> <4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net>
	<BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl>
	<4AE47E7C.1020907@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W49E05B78D7F1BEAE5420A8B8BB0@phx.gbl>

I dunno, ... I think it served its purpose.  :)

> Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:36:12 +0100
>
> Very clumsy, not the right or similar style and not lined up.
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> > BN1 LeMANS?
> >
> > Do you mean this one?
> >
> > http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg
> >
> >
> > RD

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 25 11:34:10 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:34:10 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W46FC92791B223BF7929FFAB8BB0@phx.gbl>

No, that's cool!  I was just trying to make Rich faint!



It's a badge off of a Pontiac LeMANS that I used to have and I happened upon
it in the garage after I thought the lemans thread was over.  I wanted to put
it under the 100, but I would have had to attach it somehow, and it just
wasn't worth the effort.  So, I balanced it on top, took the picture and put
it back where I found it.





> To: coudesluijs at chello.nl
>
> Gee,
>
> Can't anyone make an observation in a somewhat polite manner? I think RD
> was just sharing what he had done, not being concours judged. IMHO.
>
> Doug
>
> > Very clumsy, not the right or similar style and not lined up.
> > Kees Oudesluijs
> >
> >
> > robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> > > BN1 LeMANS?
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Do you mean this one?
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg
> > >
> > >
> > > RD

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sun Oct 25 12:43:54 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:43:54 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo SU Carbs? - 2.5 milion mile Volvo 1800
In-Reply-To: <mailman.17626.1256474710.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
Message-ID: <83DBBC7E01B940C8AA762181296C779F@tm>

The Guy's name is Irv Gordon, a NY school teacher I believe. The car is
definitely not concours looking, but very drivable. I believe the first time
he did the engine works was at 600000 miles - The Volvo engines are
extremely long lasting...
I contacted him once to see how his underbody looks like - the pictures tell
quite a story..

If you are out to but a Volvo 1800, the mileage can well be in the 200-300k
mile mark and (if well kept) it will not be obvious that the car has
traveled that much...

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Sun Oct 25 13:05:19 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:05:19 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo SU Carbs? - 2.5 milion mile Volvo 1800
In-Reply-To: <83DBBC7E01B940C8AA762181296C779F@tm>
References: <mailman.17626.1256474710.3240.healeys@autox.team.net>
	<83DBBC7E01B940C8AA762181296C779F@tm>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910251305k42c77590r61eb9b0d25fd13b9@mail.gmail.com>

Irv used to be a NY school teacher.  I've met him.  A very nice guy, a real
car guy.  He bought his 1800S (S for Sweden built after the production was
taken away from Jensen due to serious quality problems) new in 1964 and used
it to drive to work about 65 miles or so one way.  Irv like to drive.  A
lot.  He really likes to drive.  As in let's go to Canada for lunch. (he
lives much closer to NYC then he does Canada).  did I mention that Irv likes
to drive?
We had Irv and his car out to LA for the big LA International car show one
year.  He didn't transport his car, he drove it out.  As far as how it
looks, while it may not be a 100 point car, it is well above 90 points IMHO.
 This is not a trailer queen, this is a car that gets driven.

And yes it is a Laycock OD on the car, and all Volvos (at least here in the
US) had SUs through 1967 MY.
Rick



On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 12:43 PM, Tadeusz Malkiewicz <
tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl> wrote:

> The Guy's name is Irv Gordon, a NY school teacher I believe. The car is
> definitely not concours looking, but very drivable. I believe the first
> time
> he did the engine works was at 600000 miles - The Volvo engines are
> extremely long lasting...
> I contacted him once to see how his underbody looks like - the pictures
> tell
> quite a story..
>
> If you are out to but a Volvo 1800, the mileage can well be in the 200-300k
> mile mark and (if well kept) it will not be obvious that the car has
> traveled that much...
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From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Sun Oct 25 13:11:07 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:11:07 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo SU Carbs? - 2.5 milion mile Volvo 1800
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10910251305k42c77590r61eb9b0d25fd13b9@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <C3957EFECD054FDD9F5E2C5F421A440A@tm>

My curiosity is - why are the so badly underpriced???

 

You can get a beautiful original untouched car for less then $5k.

 

  _____  

From: Richard Ewald [mailto:richard.ewald at gmail.com] 
Sent: Sunday, October 25, 2009 9:05 PM
To: Tadeusz Malkiewicz
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Volvo SU Carbs? - 2.5 milion mile Volvo 1800

 

Irv used to be a NY school teacher.  I've met him.  A very nice guy, a real
car guy.  He bought his 1800S (S for Sweden built after the production was
taken away from Jensen due to serious quality problems) new in 1964 and used
it to drive to work about 65 miles or so one way.  Irv like to drive.  A
lot.  He really likes to drive.  As in let's go to Canada for lunch. (he
lives much closer to NYC then he does Canada).  did I mention that Irv likes
to drive?

We had Irv and his car out to LA for the big LA International car show one
year.  He didn't transport his car, he drove it out.  As far as how it
looks, while it may not be a 100 point car, it is well above 90 points IMHO.
This is not a trailer queen, this is a car that gets driven.

 

And yes it is a Laycock OD on the car, and all Volvos (at least here in the
US) had SUs through 1967 MY. 

Rick

 

 

On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 12:43 PM, Tadeusz Malkiewicz
<tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl> wrote:

The Guy's name is Irv Gordon, a NY school teacher I believe. The car is
definitely not concours looking, but very drivable. I believe the first time
he did the engine works was at 600000 miles - The Volvo engines are
extremely long lasting...
I contacted him once to see how his underbody looks like - the pictures tell
quite a story..

If you are out to but a Volvo 1800, the mileage can well be in the 200-300k
mile mark and (if well kept) it will not be obvious that the car has
traveled that much...
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Sun Oct 25 14:10:44 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:10:44 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <4AE4BED4.4040704@chello.nl>

Sorry folks, I did not want to offend anybody. It came straight from the 
heart.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

dwflagg schreef:
Gee,
Can't anyone make an observation in a somewhat polite manner? I think 
RDwas just sharing what he had done, not being concours judged. IMHO.
Doug
>> Very clumsy, not the right or similar style and not lined up.
>> Kees Oudesluijs
>>
>> robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
>>     
>>> BN1 LeMANS?
>>> Do you mean this one?
>>> http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 25 14:46:52 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:46:52 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <4AE4BED4.4040704@chello.nl>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W262E694F940D2EF9DE1E04B8BB0@phx.gbl>

Didn't offend me.



And, I see what you mean about it being not being lined up.  But, you do
undertsand that it was a joke?  I have a strange sense of humour, I suppose.



I wasn't so sure that you weren't kidding me also!  :)



RD



> Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:10:44 +0100
>
> Sorry folks, I did not want to offend anybody. It came straight from the
> heart.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
> dwflagg schreef:
> Gee,
> Can't anyone make an observation in a somewhat polite manner? I think
> RDwas just sharing what he had done, not being concours judged. IMHO.
> Doug
> >> Very clumsy, not the right or similar style and not lined up.
> >> Kees Oudesluijs
> >>
> >> robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> >>
> >>> BN1 LeMANS?
> >>> Do you mean this one?
> >>> http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Oct 25 15:03:16 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 15:03:16 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W262E694F940D2EF9DE1E04B8BB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <61582.26179.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Take that juvenile humor back to the Spridgets list!  Big Healeys are serious
business!

--- On Sun, 10/25/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca
<robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1M
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 5:46 PM

Didn't offend me.



And, I see what you mean about it being not being lined up.  But, you do
undertsand that it was a joke?  I have a strange sense of humour, I suppose.



I wasn't so sure that you weren't kidding me also!  :)



RD



> Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:10:44 +0100
>
> Sorry folks, I did not want to offend anybody. It came straight from the
> heart.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
> dwflagg schreef:
> Gee,
> Can't anyone make an observation in a somewhat polite manner? I think
> RDwas just sharing what he had done, not being concours judged. IMHO.
> Doug
> >> Very clumsy, not the right or similar style and not lined up.
> >> Kees Oudesluijs
> >>
> >> robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> >>
> >>> BN1 LeMANS?
> >>> Do you mean this one?
> >>> http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg
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From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Sun Oct 25 15:06:09 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 15:06:09 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <61582.26179.qm@web51405.mail.re2.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <345097.63862.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

BTW, this is "j/k"

--- On Sun, 10/25/09, HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com> wrote:

From: HealeyRick <healeyrick at yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1M
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>, robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 6:03 PM

Take that juvenile humor back to the Spridgets list!  Big Healeys are serious
business!

--- On Sun, 10/25/09, robertduquette at sympatico.ca
<robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1M
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 5:46 PM

Didn't offend me.



And, I see what you mean about it being not being lined up.  But, you do
undertsand that it was a joke?  I have a strange sense of humour, I suppose.



I wasn't so sure that you weren't kidding me also!  :)



RD



> Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:10:44 +0100
>
> Sorry folks, I did not want to offend anybody. It came straight from the
> heart.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
> dwflagg schreef:
> Gee,
> Can't anyone make an observation in a somewhat polite manner? I think
> RDwas just sharing what he had done, not being concours judged. IMHO.
> Doug
> >> Very clumsy, not the right or similar style and not lined up.
> >> Kees Oudesluijs
> >>
> >> robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> >>
> >>> BN1 LeMANS?
> >>> Do you mean this one?
> >>> http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Sun Oct 25 15:21:05 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:21:05 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W262E694F940D2EF9DE1E04B8BB0@phx.gbl>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
	<BAY112-W262E694F940D2EF9DE1E04B8BB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AE4CF51.6010704@chello.nl>

Oh dear, oh dear I totally missed that, I was serious.
Kees Oudesluijs


robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> Didn't offend me.
>
>
>
> And, I see what you mean about it being not being lined up.  But, you do
> undertsand that it was a joke?  I have a strange sense of humour, I suppose.
>
>
>
> I wasn't so sure that you weren't kidding me also!  :)
>
>
>
> RD

From bn1 at pacbell.net  Sun Oct 25 16:03:20 2009
From: bn1 at pacbell.net (Mr. Bill)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:03:20 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <4AE4CF51.6010704@chello.nl>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
	<BAY112-W262E694F940D2EF9DE1E04B8BB0@phx.gbl>
	<4AE4CF51.6010704@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <4AE4D938.8080901@pacbell.net>

Now is everyone afraid to say anything?

I will now take care of what started all this off List.

Bill
Red Car :-)
(Thank you, Joe.)

Oudesluys wrote:
> Oh dear, oh dear I totally missed that, I was serious.
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
>> Didn't offend me.
>>
>>
>>
>> And, I see what you mean about it being not being lined up.  But, you do
>> undertsand that it was a joke?  I have a strange sense of humour, I 
>> suppose.
>>
>>
>>
>> I wasn't so sure that you weren't kidding me also!  :)
>>
>>
>>
>> RD

From healeybruce at roadrunner.com  Sun Oct 25 16:29:56 2009
From: healeybruce at roadrunner.com (Healey Bruce)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:29:56 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
	<00c801ca5377$4df49a50$e9ddcef0$@net>
Message-ID: <015301ca55cb$10c52cc0$9101a8c0@home>

I took note of the temperature caveat when I purchased the magnet.  I plan 
to test the magnet when I drain the tranny/OD oil at my annual maintenace in 
December after 6 months or so of use.  We'll see if being exposed to the 
heat of gear box has neutralized it or not.

Bruce Steele
1960 BN7
Brea, CA
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Sims" <ahbn6 at verizon.net>
To: "'Richard Ewald'" <richard.ewald at gmail.com>; <Awgertoo at aol.com>
Cc: <healeybruce at roadrunner.com>; <rnbmail at yahoo.com>; 
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 5:25 PM
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?


The magnet in question is used at the drain plug in the Tranny. NOT the
engine oil drain plug which, since there is a filter, does not need a magnet
to separate the metal particles as does the tranny which has no filter.

I purchased this magnet because there was an email on this thread notifying
the list of the existence of this magnet which it was assumed can be used in
the TRANNY DRAIN PLUG as a replacement for the existing ones. To quote the
flyer that came with the magnet in part:

"Neodymium magnets are brittle and prone to chipping and cracking. They do
not take kindly to machining. Neodymium magnets will lose their magnetic
properties if heated above 175 degrees F (80 degrees C)."

My question probably should have been, does the oil in the TRANSMISSION
AND/OR OVERDRIVE ever get up to that temperature. NOT THE ENGINE OIL!

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ

http://www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: Richard Ewald [mailto:richard.ewald at gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 7:08 PM
To: Awgertoo at aol.com
Cc: ahbn6 at verizon.net; healeybruce at roadrunner.com; rnbmail at yahoo.com;
healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?

FYI engine oil can and does see 240F.    Oil temp will vary with the
engine design, how the engine is being operated, ambient temp, and if
there is an oil cooler installed.
Rick

Sent from my iPhone

On Oct 22, 2009, at 15:31, Awgertoo at aol.com wrote:

> John--
>
> I find this statement on the site:
>
>    N -0.12 176:F (80:C) 590:F (310:C) 7.7   NM -0.12 212:F (100:C)
> 644:F
> (340:C) 7.7   NH -0.11 248:F (120:C) 644:F (340:C) 7.7
>
> I am not sure that this is saying the magnet "loses its magnetic
> properties" at those temps but neither engine, transmission or
> differential
> oils
> should ever get to 248 degrees so assumedly using an "NH" magnet
> would be a
> safe bet.
>
> But going back to the site I cannot find out what are the specs
> (size) for
> an NH magnet.  The site contains a lot of info but I can't figure
> out this
> piece of info--do you have any idea?
>
> Best--Michael Oritt
> ------------------------------------------------------------------

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Sun Oct 25 16:45:15 2009
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:45:15 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W46FC92791B223BF7929FFAB8BB0@phx.gbl>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
	<BAY112-W46FC92791B223BF7929FFAB8BB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F936F@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>

G'day Robert

I think it's wonderful and wish I had thought of it first.

I don't know if it was released elsewhere, but in Australia some years back
Fiat released their Regata 100S and I have always thought the badging would
look great on an AH.

Just thinking that we could combine the Pontiac and Fiat badges and we would
have an Austin-Healey 100S Le Mans. Now wouldn't that be a talking point?

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Sent: Monday, 26 October 2009 5:34 AM
To: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1M

No, that's cool!  I was just trying to make Rich faint!



It's a badge off of a Pontiac LeMANS that I used to have and I happened upon
it in the garage after I thought the lemans thread was over.  I wanted to put
it under the 100, but I would have had to attach it somehow, and it just
wasn't worth the effort.  So, I balanced it on top, took the picture and put
it back where I found it.

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From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 25 18:22:45 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:22:45 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Update,    Need to confirm Testing Process.
References: <001101ca558a$3dba7c80$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <000c01ca55da$d2ae9a10$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

Noise update.     Noise is in the trany and not the u-joints or driveshaft, 
Shoooooot.

Well I was wondering what I was doing to get through the winter and now I 
know.   Rebuilding
another O/D  to replace the one that is in there now.  Nice to have a couple 
of spare units to fall back on
but still a pain in the ass to swap out.    Also the one in place now is my 
only 28%  ratio that I have.
Oh well life will go on in Healeydom.

I know that removal of the O/D unit is not too bad but the installation can 
be a bit tricky if not impossible with the transmission still in the car. 
Any tips that anyone has for replacement of just the O/D, while the rest of 
the trany is in the car,  would be appreciated.  Yes I will check the 
archives when the time comes.

MARK


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark LaPierre" <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
To: <healeys at Autox.Team.Net>
Sent: Sunday, October 25, 2009 11:45 AM
Subject: [Healeys] Need to confirm Testing Process.


> This is something that I personally have never attempted but it sure makes 
> a
> lot of sense.
>
> It was suggested that I unbolt the front u-joint from the trany in order 
> to
> isolate a
> clunking noise coming from that area.   This would certainly rule out 
> noise
> from
> the U-joint going back to the rear end.
>
> So can I just sit in the car and run through the gears and RPMs without 
> the
> drive shaft
> connected and not screw up anything.    It sounds too easy.
>
> Sure hope the neighbors are away or they may think I have lost it.  My 
> wife
> already has
> taken this view point.
>
> Mark
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From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 25 18:53:32 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:53:32 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] 100M special badge
In-Reply-To: <7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F936F@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>
Message-ID: <913420.28696.qm@web83301.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

Patrick Quinn  ... At one of the meets in Colorado many years ago I saw a
100/4 , the badge on the grille had a big lazy 'S ' behind it that was all one
molded , the owner said that the dealer in Florida made them for the 100M's he
sold ... does any body remember this           Norman Nock

--- On Sun, 10/25/09, Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au> wrote:

From: Quinn, Patrick <Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1M
To: "'robertduquette at sympatico.ca'" <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>, "Healeys"
<healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 4:45 PM

G'day Robert

I think it's wonderful and wish I had thought of it first.

I don't know if it was released elsewhere, but in Australia some years back
Fiat released their Regata 100S and I have always thought the badging would
look great on an AH.

Just thinking that we could combine the Pontiac and Fiat badges and we would
have an Austin-Healey 100S Le Mans. Now wouldn't that be a talking point?

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn
Sydney, Australia

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of robertduquette at sympatico.ca
Sent: Monday, 26 October 2009 5:34 AM
To: Healeys
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1M

No, that's cool!  I was just trying to make Rich faint!



It's a badge off of a Pontiac LeMANS that I used to have and I happened upon
it in the garage after I thought the lemans thread was over.  I wanted to put
it under the 100, but I would have had to attach it somehow, and it just
wasn't worth the effort.  So, I balanced it on top, took the picture and put
it back where I found it.

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From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Sun Oct 25 19:13:25 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:13:25 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Driving Lamp Bracket Design
In-Reply-To: <14240.28809.qm@web37904.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <893913.30066.qm@web37906.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Listers, several have asked for the dwg of the brackets.  If the list fails to
deliver it due to file size whatever just send me you email at
RNB at ix.netcom.com and I will resend it.

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Sun, 10/25/09, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Driving Lamp Bracket Design
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 9:07 AM
> Listers, I have a pair of large Bosch
> Driving lamps which I am adding to my
> BJ8 - mostly for looks as I do not do much night
> driving.  As I do not want a
> badge bar to mount them on [dont like the look] and the
> valence is not stable
> enough [flat plate that would vibrate like crazy] I
> designed a simple set of 2
> brackets that are easy to make that anchor to the bumper
> iron below the
> valence - providing a vibration free mount for a heavy lamp
> - one bracket
> below the valance bolts to the bumper iron and one above
> the valence that
> carries the lamp.  Neat and clean design.  Can be
> make with 3/16 alu/steel and
> black powder coated or chromed.
>
> If anyone wants my hand dwgs/dimensions let me know.
>
> Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>    
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sun Oct 25 19:16:08 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:16:08 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <4AE4D938.8080901@pacbell.net>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
	<BAY112-W262E694F940D2EF9DE1E04B8BB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W16468C801A0F157F5B549DB8BA0@phx.gbl>

I'm getting there!  Kees just called me "dear" ... twice!  ;)  < just kidding
around >


RD


>
> Now is everyone afraid to say anything?
>
> I will now take care of what started all this off List.
>
> Bill
> Red Car :-)
> (Thank you, Joe.)
>
> Oudesluys wrote:
> > Oh dear, oh dear I totally missed that, I was serious.
> > Kees Oudesluijs
> >
> >
> > robertduquette at sympatico.ca schreef:
> >> Didn't offend me.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> And, I see what you mean about it being not being lined up. But, you do
> >> undertsand that it was a joke? I have a strange sense of humour, I
> >> suppose.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> I wasn't so sure that you weren't kidding me also! :)
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> RD
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From jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 25 19:26:09 2009
From: jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net (john spaur)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:26:09 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Update,    Need to confirm Testing Process.
In-Reply-To: <000c01ca55da$d2ae9a10$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
References: <001101ca558a$3dba7c80$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
	<000c01ca55da$d2ae9a10$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>
Message-ID: <6.2.3.4.2.20091025192134.01fec710@pop.att.yahoo.com>

Mark,

Pull the tranny and OD out as a unit and work on the OD. It is 
EXTREMELY Difficult to just pull the OD and then reinstall it back 
into the car. It is hard to get to bolts and align the shaft. The 
only downside of pulling them together is the unit is heavy and 
difficult lift out of the car by yourself; best to have two people.

John

At 09:22 PM 10/25/2009 -0400, Mark LaPierre wrote:
>Noise update.     Noise is in the trany and not the u-joints or 
>driveshaft, Shoooooot.
>
>.....I know that removal of the O/D unit is not too bad but the 
>installation can be a bit tricky if not impossible with the 
>transmission still in the car. Any tips that anyone has for 
>replacement of just the O/D, while the rest of the trany is in the car, ....
>
>MARK

From jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 25 19:29:18 2009
From: jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net (john spaur)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:29:18 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Seam seal now or later
Message-ID: <6.2.3.4.2.20091025192647.01fec710@pop.att.yahoo.com>

Hi all,

My frame and chassis has been prime painted and I will shortly send 
it to the body shop along with the panels for body work. Should I 
seal the seams now or wait until just before it is finish coated?

TIA,
John

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Sun Oct 25 19:43:44 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:43:44 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Update,    Need to confirm Testing Process.
Message-ID: <000201ca55e6$22dcb890$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

 Noise update.     Noise is in the trany and not the u-joints or driveshaft. 
SHOOT.

 Well I was wondering what I was doing to get through the winter and now I
 know.   Rebuilding
 another O/D  to replace the one that is in there now.  Nice to have a 
couple
 of spare units to fall back on
 but still a pain in the ass to swap out.    Also the one in place now is my
only 28%  ratio that I have.
 Oh well life will go on in Healeydom.

 I know that removal of the O/D unit is not too bad but the installation can
 be a bit tricky if not impossible with the transmission still in the car.
Any tips that anyone has for replacement of just the O/D, while the rest of
 the trany is in the car,  would be appreciated.  Yes I will check the
 archives when the time comes.

 MARK
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Mark LaPierre" <lapierrem at sbcglobal.net>
> To: <healeys at Autox.Team.Net>
> Sent: Sunday, October 25, 2009 11:45 AM
> Subject: [Healeys] Need to confirm Testing Process.
>
>
>> This is something that I personally have never attempted but it sure 
>> makes a
>> lot of sense.
>>
>> It was suggested that I unbolt the front u-joint from the trany in order 
>> to
>> isolate a
>> clunking noise coming from that area.   This would certainly rule out 
>> noise
>> from
>> the U-joint going back to the rear end.
>>
>> So can I just sit in the car and run through the gears and RPMs without 
>> the
>> drive shaft
>> connected and not screw up anything.    It sounds too easy.
>>
>> Sure hope the neighbors are away or they may think I have lost it.  My 
>> wife
>> already has
>> taken this view point.
>>
>> Mark
>> _______________________________________________
>> 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
>>
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From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Sun Oct 25 21:27:33 2009
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F Ronald Rader)
Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:27:33 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] selling a Healey on E bay
Message-ID: <5caeedb50910252127g6911ba3dlcf7a0dc0c0a9a0b7@mail.gmail.com>

have anyone of you done it?
those that follow the e bay ads is there a way of finding out what
they are selling for?
looking to sell mine for $75,000
ron

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Oct 25 23:43:02 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:43:02 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] selling a Healey on E bay
In-Reply-To: <5caeedb50910252127g6911ba3dlcf7a0dc0c0a9a0b7@mail.gmail.com>
References: <5caeedb50910252127g6911ba3dlcf7a0dc0c0a9a0b7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910252343j19b095e5gf42385544fa3f241@mail.gmail.com>

Ron -

Seems most healeys that sell on Ebay (if a standard model) will sell if
under $40K.  Unless your car is a special or one off, I'd say selling your
BJ8 on Ebay will be pretty difficult at $70K if the main selling point is
that it is a 95+ point Concours winner.

I'd suggest either putting it in for an auction or possibly selling it on
consignment at a classic car specialist.  Or just keep listing it on Ebay
until someone bites, it just may take a while.

By the way, I know this isn't what you want to hear, but there have been
alot more Austin Healeys for sale over the last year on Ebay than I've ever
seen before.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 12:27 PM, F Ronald Rader
<f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>wrote:

> have anyone of you done it?
> those that follow the e bay ads is there a way of finding out what
> they are selling for?
> looking to sell mine for $75,000
> ron

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sun Oct 25 23:44:47 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:44:47 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com> <4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net>
	<BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910252344s525727c8s62c3539b33163cd0@mail.gmail.com>

I would only be impressed if the Le MANS letters were twice as big and
covered in diamonds.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 10:27 PM, <robertduquette at sympatico.ca> wrote:

> BN1 LeMANS?
>
>
>
> Do you mean this one?
>
>
>
> http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/LeMans100.jpeg
>
>
> RD

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Mon Oct 26 00:00:21 2009
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F Ronald Rader)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:21 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] selling a Healey on E bay
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910252343j19b095e5gf42385544fa3f241@mail.gmail.com>
References: <5caeedb50910252127g6911ba3dlcf7a0dc0c0a9a0b7@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0910252343j19b095e5gf42385544fa3f241@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50910260000p2441eb72sa14d45056134b099@mail.gmail.com>

Well the car has taken a first and third at two major concours,
although the highest it ever got at a Healey event was second.
BRG with tan.

I think I will give it s shot, but first I need to have the underside
detailed and get better photos.

If I don't sell it after a week I am going to take it to scottsdale in
January
many thanks.
Ron

On Sunday, October 25, 2009, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:
> Ron -
>
> Seems most healeys that sell on Ebay (if a standard model) will sell if
under $40K.  Unless your car is a special or one off, I'd say selling your BJ8
on Ebay will be pretty difficult at $70K if the main selling point is that it
is a 95+ point Concours winner.
>
>
> I'd suggest either putting it in for an auction or possibly selling it on
consignment at a classic car specialist.  Or just keep listing it on Ebay
until someone bites, it just may take a while.
>
> By the way, I know this isn't what you want to hear, but there have been
alot more Austin Healeys for sale over the last year on Ebay than I've ever
seen before.
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
>
> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 12:27 PM, F Ronald Rader
<f.ronald.rader at gmail.com <javascript:_e({}, 'cvml',
'f.ronald.rader at gmail.com');>> wrote:
> have anyone of you done it?
> those that follow the e bay ads is there a way of finding out what
> they are selling for?
> looking to sell mine for $75,000
> ron

From magnuskarlsson at bornet.net  Mon Oct 26 00:57:48 2009
From: magnuskarlsson at bornet.net (Magnus Karlsson)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:57:48 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Healey restoration homepage
Message-ID: <C3D382B0-9814-49E4-8D89-931192CB2E96@bornet.net>

For those interested, please visit my homepage that is finally working:

http://www.concourshealeys.com/

Magnus Karlsson
Sweden

From healeyrick at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 26 01:35:31 2009
From: healeyrick at yahoo.com (HealeyRick)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:35:31 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] selling a Healey on E bay
In-Reply-To: <5caeedb50910252127g6911ba3dlcf7a0dc0c0a9a0b7@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <43296.77893.qm@web51408.mail.re2.yahoo.com>

Ron,

To find auction results, go to the line where the "search" box is and look to
the right where you'll see "advanced search"  Click that and enter "Austin
Healey" in the box, then go down and check the "completed listings" box, then
do your search.  You can then further refine by going over to the left and
click on the "cars" box.

Good luck with your sale.
Rick

--- On Mon, 10/26/09, F Ronald Rader <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com> wrote:

From: F Ronald Rader <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
Subject: [Healeys] selling a Healey on E bay
To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, October 26, 2009, 12:27 AM

have anyone of you done it?
those that follow the e bay ads is there a way of finding out what
they are selling for?
looking to sell mine for $75,000
ron
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From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Mon Oct 26 05:20:52 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:20:52 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Volvo SU Carbs?
In-Reply-To: <e2264ef0244315a46112031feb9798a0@usol.com>
References: <e2264ef0244315a46112031feb9798a0@usol.com>
Message-ID: <4AE59424.5070506@comcast.net>

Gordy,
Unless Irv Gordon has changed the carbs on his car, they are HS6 which 
were used across the model range of Volvos of the sixties.
Charlie

ggilliam at usol.com wrote:
> I just read an article in the latest Auto Restorer magazine about a guy
> and his 2.5+ million mile Volvo P1800S. One of the pictures showed the
> engine compartment, and what looked like SU HD8 carbs. Are they
> interchangeable with BJ8 carbs? 
>
>  Regards, 
>
>  Gordy
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Oct 26 06:01:50 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:01:50 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910252344s525727c8s62c3539b33163cd0@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com> <4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net>
	<BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W20D318ACB51ADB637DF691B8BA0@phx.gbl>

I have enough trouble fighting off the ladies as it is without adding the
alure of loud diamonds to the mix.  ;) < definitely kidding there >  And, my
car makes enough odd noises without adding "bling".  ( that is the current
slang for jewellery, isn't it? )



Truth be told though, I have my car to impress 'me', not anyone else.  But ...
if you want to send me those diamonds, I may reconsider!?  ;)  I guess most
people would think that they were fake and it would still be safe to drive?
Parking might be another matter though?  But, parking has always dangerous.
Remember people out there ... keep safe ... don't drink and and park;
accidents cause people!


And now, back to our regularly scheduled programming ...






Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:44:47 +0800


I would only be impressed if the Le MANS letters were twice as big and covered
in diamonds.
Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8

From cvaselaar at earthlink.net  Mon Oct 26 06:52:44 2009
From: cvaselaar at earthlink.net (Charlie Vaselaar)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:52:44 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Connection points for hood assistance spring
Message-ID: <21722479.1256565164496.JavaMail.root@wamui-haziran.atl.sa.earthlink.net>

It has been some twenty+ years since I disassembled my BJ8.  I'm now in the process of installing the hood frame and a new hood.  I can see where the hood assistance springs connect to the hood frame, but I am clueless as to where the other end connects.  I'll appreciate any help.

Thanks,

Charlie Vaselaar
Houston

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Mon Oct 26 07:08:47 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:08:47 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Healey restoration homepage
In-Reply-To: <C3D382B0-9814-49E4-8D89-931192CB2E96@bornet.net>
References: <C3D382B0-9814-49E4-8D89-931192CB2E96@bornet.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910260708y5260a3e2q410baf0bdaed081d@mail.gmail.com>

Magnus -

Lots of great pictures... thanks for that!

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:57 PM, Magnus Karlsson
<magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>wrote:

> For those interested, please visit my homepage that is finally working:
>
> http://www.concourshealeys.com/
>
> Magnus Karlsson
> Sweden
> _______________________________________________

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Oct 26 07:12:35 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:12:35 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910252344s525727c8s62c3539b33163cd0@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com> <4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net>
	<BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W42C33D5FCED36FD6879421B8BA0@phx.gbl>

Well ... how about this on an "S" then?  I know it's not diamonds, but ...



http://www.sevencrystal.com/the-shop/sevencrystal/car/mini-cooper-s-badge-emb
lem-only.html#





I would only be impressed if the Le MANS letters were twice as big and covered
in diamonds.

Alan

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Mon Oct 26 07:19:54 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:19:54 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] selling a Healey on E bay
In-Reply-To: <5caeedb50910260000p2441eb72sa14d45056134b099@mail.gmail.com>
References: <5caeedb50910252127g6911ba3dlcf7a0dc0c0a9a0b7@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0910252343j19b095e5gf42385544fa3f241@mail.gmail.com>
	<5caeedb50910260000p2441eb72sa14d45056134b099@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <471534970910260719y3b50e70dh806b9a53c9ae7bf2@mail.gmail.com>

Good luck with ebay. It's a crapshoot, you never know what will
happen. Just set your Reserve at the right spot and you'll be sure to
have it either sell or not sell. At least it won't go for a pittance.

If you plan on doing Scottsdale in January, I'd recommend Russo and
Steele. They have reserve pricing and are more geared towards this
type of car rather than Barrett-Jackson (which also has no reserve).

Cheers!
Jody

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 12:00 AM, F Ronald Rader
<f.ronald.rader at gmail.com> wrote:
> If I don't sell it after a week I am going to take it to scottsdale in
> January

-- 
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Mon Oct 26 07:28:37 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:28:37 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Healey restoration homepage
In-Reply-To: <C3D382B0-9814-49E4-8D89-931192CB2E96@bornet.net>
References: <C3D382B0-9814-49E4-8D89-931192CB2E96@bornet.net>
Message-ID: <471534970910260728i34955eaao9cbf86bbe984786a@mail.gmail.com>

Good stuff!

Jody

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 12:57 AM, Magnus Karlsson
<magnuskarlsson at bornet.net> wrote:
> For those interested, please visit my homepage that is finally working:
>
> http://www.concourshealeys.com/
>
> Magnus Karlsson
> Sweden
> _______________________________________________
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-- 
http://www.theymightberacing.com/
1953 Studebaker Champion
1960 Austin Healey 3000 (BT7L/5479)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (14291)
1974 Jensen Healey MKII (18854)
1978 Triumph Spitfire (Mum's)
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 robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Oct 26 07:30:34 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:30:34 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F936F@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com>
	<BAY112-W46FC92791B223BF7929FFAB8BB0@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W306D6FEAFC0673FDADFE0BB8BA0@phx.gbl>

Gidday, eh!



I haven't seen that badge.  Another thought that I had was an Austin-Healey
100 Cooper S. ;)



RD

> From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au
>
> G'day Robert
>
> I think it's wonderful and wish I had thought of it first.
>
> I don't know if it was released elsewhere, but in Australia some years back
Fiat released their Regata 100S and I have always thought the badging would
look great on an AH.
>
> Just thinking that we could combine the Pontiac and Fiat badges and we would
have an Austin-Healey 100S Le Mans. Now wouldn't that be a talking point?
>
> Hoo Roo
>
> Patrick Quinn
> Sydney, Australia

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Mon Oct 26 07:33:30 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:33:30 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Connection points for hood assistance spring
In-Reply-To: <21722479.1256565164496.JavaMail.root@wamui-haziran.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <21722479.1256565164496.JavaMail.root@wamui-haziran.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <000d01ca5649$4a119cb0$de34d610$@rr.com>

Hi, Charlie -

The lower end of the spring is attached to a triangular-shaped piece with a
hole welded to the inner sill.  It's behind the rear trim panel.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Charlie Vaselaar
Sent: Monday, October 26, 2009 9:53 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Connection points for hood assistance spring

It has been some twenty+ years since I disassembled my BJ8.  I'm now in the
process of installing the hood frame and a new hood.  I can see where the
hood assistance springs connect to the hood frame, but I am clueless as to
where the other end connects.  I'll appreciate any help.

Thanks,

Charlie Vaselaar
Houston

From wilkmanracing at aol.com  Mon Oct 26 07:37:03 2009
From: wilkmanracing at aol.com (wilkmanracing at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:37:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey restoration homepage
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910260708y5260a3e2q410baf0bdaed081d@mail.gmail.com>
References: <C3D382B0-9814-49E4-8D89-931192CB2E96@bornet.net>
	<ff59076c0910260708y5260a3e2q410baf0bdaed081d@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8CC2460EAF139E4-3B80-209BF@webmail-d033.sysops.aol.com>

I get a broken link message when I try to bring this link up.

Bill Wilkman
BT7


-----Original Message-----
From: Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com>
To: Magnus Karlsson <magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>
Cc: Healey Lista <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Mon, Oct 26, 2009 7:08 am
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Healey restoration homepage



Magnus -
Lots of great pictures... thanks for that!
Alan
'52 A90
53 BN1
59 Jag Mk IX
64 BJ8

n Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:57 PM, Magnus Karlsson
magnuskarlsson at bornet.net>wrote:
> For those interested, please visit my homepage that is finally working:

 http://www.concourshealeys.com/

 Magnus Karlsson
 Sweden
 _______________________________________________
Healeys at autox.team.net
ttp://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys
You are subscribed as wilkmanracing at aol.com
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Oct 26 07:38:14 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:38:14 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
In-Reply-To: <015301ca55cb$10c52cc0$9101a8c0@home>
References: <d1e.4c0bf48d.3812374f@aol.com>
	<0626E85C-D986-4607-81B3-D2531C03947C@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W51CB921844F8F3B8796470B8BA0@phx.gbl>

Is the theory that it neutralizes it permanently, or just temporarily while
it's at that high temp?

> From: healeybruce at roadrunner.com
>
> I took note of the temperature caveat when I purchased the magnet. I plan
> to test the magnet when I drain the tranny/OD oil at my annual maintenace in
> December after 6 months or so of use. We'll see if being exposed to the
> heat of gear box has neutralized it or not.
>
> Bruce Steele
> 1960 BN7
> Brea, CA

From jimf at frakes-eng.com  Mon Oct 26 08:25:48 2009
From: jimf at frakes-eng.com (Frakes, Jim)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:25:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] British threads supplier
Message-ID: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A5082@s07.frakes-eng.com>

Does anyone have a good supplier of NSF Bolts, screws and nuts for BSF
threads?
I tried Restoration Specialties but his web site is terrible to find
anything, quickly.

Office 317-577-3000 x 224
Cell 317-697-6441
email: jimf at frakes-eng.com
Jim Frakes



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From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Oct 26 08:36:25 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:36:25 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] British threads supplier
In-Reply-To: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A5082@s07.frakes-eng.com>
Message-ID: <2043814598.543201256571385007.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

http://www.britishfasteners.com 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



Does anyone have a good supplier of NSF Bolts, screws and nuts for BSF 
threads? 
I tried Restoration Specialties but his web site is terrible to find 
anything, quickly. 

Office 317-577-3000 x 224 
Cell 317-697-6441 
email: jimf at frakes-eng.com 
Jim Frakes 

From bspidell at comcast.net  Mon Oct 26 08:40:52 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:40:52 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] British threads supplier
In-Reply-To: <2043814598.543201256571385007.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <1426151468.545311256571652966.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Neglected to mention I don't have any experience dealing with them. 

bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



http://www.britishfasteners.com 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



Does anyone have a good supplier of NSF Bolts, screws and nuts for BSF 
threads? 
I tried Restoration Specialties but his web site is terrible to find 
anything, quickly. 

Office 317-577-3000 x 224 
Cell 317-697-6441 
email: jimf at frakes-eng.com 
Jim Frakes 
_______________________________________________ 

From sales at justbrits.com  Mon Oct 26 09:10:00 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:10:00 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] British threads supplier
In-Reply-To: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A5082@s07.frakes-eng.com>
References: <BC71FB2B0D08F54BA7F2E741DF3F06E47A5082@s07.frakes-eng.com>
Message-ID: <4AE5C9D8.8000105@justbrits.com>

I have plenty & various sizes, Jim.

Ed
Please visit my site at:
www.justbrits.com

From j.aeckerlin at gmail.com  Mon Oct 26 09:22:40 2009
From: j.aeckerlin at gmail.com (Jaap Aeckerlin)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:22:40 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Seam seal now or later
In-Reply-To: <6.2.3.4.2.20091025192647.01fec710@pop.att.yahoo.com>
References: <6.2.3.4.2.20091025192647.01fec710@pop.att.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4e23c7250910260922o4e6daa0nc7f405d24ad6cf4b@mail.gmail.com>

John,
as the work on the body will no doubt involve a lot of grinding I would
strongly recommend to seal the seams first in order to avoid grinding dirt
being trapped in the seams.
regards,
Jack Aeckerlin, The Netherlands
1964 BJ8 29432

2009/10/26 john spaur <jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net>

> Hi all,
>
> My frame and chassis has been prime painted and I will shortly send it to
> the body shop along with the panels for body work. Should I seal the seams
> now or wait until just before it is finish coated?
>
> TIA,
> John
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From michael at mcassociatesinc.com  Mon Oct 26 09:34:43 2009
From: michael at mcassociatesinc.com (Michael Couch)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:34:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BN2 Foglamp Bracket
Message-ID: <DFA1D3A1BCB84BC1BEF94E2BC43C32B4@MCOUCHOFFICE>

I picked up a pair of vintage Lucas fog lamps from the UK and want to add
them to my BN2M.  It has no bumper and the lamps are stem mounting.  

 

I've seen pictures (ie BMC Classics Inc ad in Healey Marque) that looks like
a custom bracket that connects to the bumper bracket mounts or the shroud
brackets.  They look like theywould also provide some protection for the
lower front shroud panel.  Does anyone have drawings or a source for a BN2
foglamp bracket?

 

Robert Blair - Do you think your BJ8 bracket design would work on a
bumper-less BN2?

 

Thanks

 

Mike Couch

Pittsburgh

BN2M

AN2

AN7

From writeian at aol.com  Mon Oct 26 11:05:11 2009
From: writeian at aol.com (writeian at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:05:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W306D6FEAFC0673FDADFE0BB8BA0@phx.gbl>
References: <20091025.101933.1222.23622@mailpop11.dca.untd.com><BAY112-W46FC92791B223BF7929FFAB8BB0@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W306D6FEAFC0673FDADFE0BB8BA0@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <8CC247DFE7237BF-8314-211@webmail-d018.sysops.aol.com>

So you're desiring diamond-encrusted sportcar emblems for your Autin-Healey?
...follow this gentleman's fine example:

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/bmp which had a name of SL 600Diamond.bmp]

From writeian at aol.com  Mon Oct 26 11:11:41 2009
From: writeian at aol.com (writeian at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:11:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910252344s525727c8s62c3539b33163cd0@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com>
	<4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net><BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl>
	<ff59076c0910252344s525727c8s62c3539b33163cd0@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8CC247EE6D0129D-8314-464@webmail-d018.sysops.aol.com>

You like diamonds too ?
...Here's the rest of the REAL diamond-encrusted sportcar:
KentuckIAN
I would only be impressed if the Le MANS letters were twice as big and
overed in diamonds.
Alan
'52 A90
53 BN1
59 Jag Mk IX
64 BJ8

=

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/bmp which had a name of $4.8m SL600 Diamond.bmp]

From healeydoc at sbcglobal.net  Mon Oct 26 11:55:18 2009
From: healeydoc at sbcglobal.net (David Nock)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:55:18 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] BN1M
In-Reply-To: <8CC247EE6D0129D-8314-464@webmail-d018.sysops.aol.com>
References: <c6f.401ce41d.3813c405@aol.com>
	<4AE3AB2E.3090602@pacbell.net><BAY112-W140E69338D6E24370FB227B8BB0@phx.gbl>
	<ff59076c0910252344s525727c8s62c3539b33163cd0@mail.gmail.com>
	<8CC247EE6D0129D-8314-464@webmail-d018.sysops.aol.com>
Message-ID: <9B0940D8-7CE6-4BD2-9176-CB01FEFECC21@sbcglobal.net>

If you want Diamonds take a look at this one. Talk about an overkill

www.nowpublic.com/strange/princes-diamond-car-your-gas-oil-paid






David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767

www.britishcarspecialists.com
.
.

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 26 11:58:00 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:58:00 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Driving Lamp Bracket Design - Update1
In-Reply-To: <893913.30066.qm@web37906.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <980891.816.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Listers, A note of clarification - my lamps are Bosch 7 inch that allow for a
vertical hole fitting rather than the normal horizontal fitting - it has a 90
deg swivel on the lamp stem - rather nice feature.  I am using the horizontal
stem position as that hides the fitting nut behind the bracket.
If you are going to mount a vertical stem [bolt] lamp such as the Lucas 700 7
inch, then you would need to make a second bend in the bracket above the
valence [bracket 2 in my dwg] so that the lamp mount hole is brought to
horizontal, and not vertical as in my dwg as sent to you all - which is for
the Bosch lamp mounted with the stem [bolt] in the horizontal position.
I am going to do a 3D dwg to show the install and will do so for both vertical
and horizontal fittings.
What a hassle just to add a couple of lamps ....

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

--- On Sun, 10/25/09, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com> wrote:

> From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [Healeys] BJ8 Driving Lamp Bracket Design
> To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 7:13 PM
> Listers, several have asked for the
> dwg of the brackets.  If the list fails to
> deliver it due to file size whatever just send me you email
> at
> RNB at ix.netcom.com
> and I will resend it.
>
> Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
>    
>
>
>
> --- On Sun, 10/25/09, Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
>
> > From: Robert Blair <rnbmail at yahoo.com>
> > Subject: [Healeys] BJ8 Driving Lamp Bracket Design
> > To: "Healey List" <healeys at autox.team.net>
> > Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 9:07 AM
> > Listers, I have a pair of large Bosch
> > Driving lamps which I am adding to my
> > BJ8 - mostly for looks as I do not do much night
> > driving.  As I do not want a
> > badge bar to mount them on [dont like the look] and
> the
> > valence is not stable
> > enough [flat plate that would vibrate like crazy] I
> > designed a simple set of 2
> > brackets that are easy to make that anchor to the
> bumper
> > iron below the
> > valence - providing a vibration free mount for a heavy
> lamp
> > - one bracket
> > below the valance bolts to the bumper iron and one
> above
> > the valence that
> > carries the lamp.  Neat and clean design. 
> Can be
> > make with 3/16 alu/steel and
> > black powder coated or chromed.
> >
> > If anyone wants my hand dwgs/dimensions let me know.
> >
> > Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Mon Oct 26 12:03:37 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:03:37 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Magnetic drain plugs & 1 1/2 inch meters?
Message-ID: <d00.63fec8ec.38174c89@aol.com>

Bruce--
 
I do not have an oil temperature gauge nor oil cooler mounted on my  
Healeys.  However I do have an oil etemperature gauge and oil cooler  mounted to 
my Elva race car (MGA engine),  I monitor OT during the course  of a race and 
find that even during the hardest running the OT does not  exceed 225-230 
degrees and falls off to 200 or so on the cool-down  lap.  My understanding 
of proper OT is that it should at some point get up  to above 212 to cook off 
accumulated water and impurities in the oil but that it  should not exceed 
240 degrees which might cook  the oil.  I also doubt  that either 
transmission or differential oil temperatures will exceed 210 unless  there is a bad 
bearing or other source of excessive heat.
 
Now, having said all this I will try to verify some of these assumptions  
with an electronic thermometer when I have the opportunity.
 
Best--Michael Oritt
---------------------------------------------------------- 
 
 
In a message dated 10/25/2009 7:30:00 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
healeybruce at roadrunner.com writes:

I took  note of the temperature caveat when I purchased the magnet.  I plan 
 
to test the magnet when I drain the tranny/OD oil at my annual maintenace  
in 
December after 6 months or so of use.  We'll see if being exposed  to the 
heat of gear box has neutralized it or  not.

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 26 12:14:28 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:14:28 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] BN2 Foglamp Bracket
In-Reply-To: <DFA1D3A1BCB84BC1BEF94E2BC43C32B4@MCOUCHOFFICE>
Message-ID: <243674.12076.qm@web37905.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Mike, I do not know - would have to look at the BN2 set up.  Basically it
should be easy to design a BN2 bracket if you have a chassis/strong mounting
point within about 6-10 inches of where you want the lamp to be.  This may
involve a more sturdy bracket than I seed as I have the bumper irons coming
forward and they are very strong so I am using them.

The big problem always is that lamps flap/vibrate if the mounting is not
rigid, which makes night driving annoying to the driver and oncoming traffic.

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Mon, 10/26/09, Michael Couch <michael at mcassociatesinc.com> wrote:

> From: Michael Couch <michael at mcassociatesinc.com>
> Subject: [Healeys] BN2 Foglamp Bracket
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Date: Monday, October 26, 2009, 9:34 AM
> I picked up a pair of vintage Lucas
> fog lamps from the UK and want to add
> them to my BN2M.  It has no bumper and the lamps are
> stem mounting. 
>
>
>
> I've seen pictures (ie BMC Classics Inc ad in Healey
> Marque) that looks like
> a custom bracket that connects to the bumper bracket mounts
> or the shroud
> brackets.  They look like theywould also provide some
> protection for the
> lower front shroud panel.  Does anyone have drawings
> or a source for a BN2
> foglamp bracket?
>
>
>
> Robert Blair - Do you think your BJ8 bracket design would
> work on a
> bumper-less BN2?
>
>
>
> Thanks
>
>
>
> Mike Couch
>
> Pittsburgh
>
> BN2M
>
> AN2
>
> AN7
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Mon Oct 26 14:20:59 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:20:59 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Rear reflectors on 1963 BJ MK II Twin Carb
In-Reply-To: <4AD5632A.80008@club-internet.fr>
References: <BLU117-W10A44D5435B3519A507DB4BFC90@phx.gbl>
	<BAY112-W35BC105352132171EA6A62B8C70@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W17913C1B19C03DDE3180B8B8BA0@phx.gbl>

I knew I read it somewhere ...



Page 46 of Gary Anderson and Roger Moments Resoration Guide, top of the centre
column.


>
> robertduquette at sympatico.ca a icrit :
> > My 55 BN1 has white reflectors. According to BMIHT my car was shipped to
the
> > US. ( Sorry lads ... you're not getting it back! ;) ) I think I read
> > somewhere that white reflectors are european spec. I would be pretty sure
> > that they aren't original to the car.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >> To: gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com; healeys at autox.team.net
> >>
> >> Orange reflectors of the same design as used on Healeys were used as
side
> >>
> > reflectors on British motorcycles.? Could be that a previous owner
replaced
> > the stock red ones with orange.
> >
> >> Bill Wilkman
> >>
> >> BT7
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: Richard Collins <gonnagitcha90 at hotmail.com>
> >>
> >> A friend of mine here in Kentucky has a very nice one which has the tail
> >> reflectors in orange in lieu of the usual Red inserts. He thinks it is
an
> >> original German car although he has had it for nearly 20 years. Is this
> >> unusual or normal color for these reflectors?
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >> Richard of KY
> >> 1960 BN7
> >>
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From pennell at cox.net  Mon Oct 26 14:44:12 2009
From: pennell at cox.net (pennell at cox.net)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:44:12 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Seam seal now or later
In-Reply-To: <6.2.3.4.2.20091025192647.01fec710@pop.att.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20091026174412.1QDYM.713781.imail@eastrmwml36>

John,

My vote would be to do the sealing after all the body work.  Between the last prime coats if possible.  That is the way my painter does it and it makes sense to me.

Keith Pennell

---- john spaur <jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net> wrote: 
> Hi all
> 
> My frame and chassis has been prime painted and I will shortly send 
> it to the body shop along with the panels for body work. Should I 
> seal the seams now or wait until just before it is finish coated?
> 
> TIA,
> John

From sales at justbrits.com  Mon Oct 26 15:16:00 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:16:00 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Seam seal now or later
In-Reply-To: <20091026174412.1QDYM.713781.imail@eastrmwml36>
References: <20091026174412.1QDYM.713781.imail@eastrmwml36>
Message-ID: <4AE61FA0.4090806@justbrits.com>

<< My vote would be to do the sealing after all the body work.
Between the last prime coats if possible. That is the way my
painter does it and it makes sense to me.>>

Ditto, Keith & John.  My 'way' also.

Ed

From haywoodone at hotmail.com  Mon Oct 26 15:34:07 2009
From: haywoodone at hotmail.com (George Haywood)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:34:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Connection points for hood assistance spring
In-Reply-To: <21722479.1256565164496.JavaMail.root@wamui-haziran.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <21722479.1256565164496.JavaMail.root@wamui-haziran.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <SNT110-W552F6D211616F498A1B8AEC8BA0@phx.gbl>

Charlie,



Here is a picture of my restoration with the bracket welded to the sill.  Zoom
in on it and you can see exactly where it goes and what shape it should be.



Take Care,



George Haywood

'65 bj8



> From: cvaselaar at earthlink.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Connection points for hood assistance spring
>
> It has been some twenty+ years since I disassembled my BJ8. I'm now in the
process of installing the hood frame and a new hood. I can see where the hood
assistance springs connect to the hood frame, but I am clueless as to where
the other end connects. I'll appreciate any help.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Charlie Vaselaar

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From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Mon Oct 26 15:43:52 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:43:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
In-Reply-To: <000301ca5570$f4412a90$dcc37fb0$@com>
Message-ID: <979782.59013.qm@web83306.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

I checked the thread on a SFT 576 and as Michael Salter said it's 5/8  26 TPI
British Standard Brass ... Norman Nock

--- On Sun, 10/25/09, Michael Salter <msalter at precisionsportscar.com> wrote:

From: Michael Salter <msalter at precisionsportscar.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
To: pennell at cox.net, "'dwflagg'" <dwflagg at juno.com>, healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 5:44 AM

I think you will find that it is actually 26 t.p.i. being BSC British
Standard Cycle Thread
http://homepages.tesco.net/~A10bsa/bscbot.htm

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of pennell at cox.net
Sent: Saturday, October 24, 2009 9:59 PM
To: dwflagg; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576

Hi Dougie,

I am missing a nut for the same light.  A while back I was reasearching it
and I seem to recall I found it was 5/8 by 27 tpi.  Somewhere I was told
that a number of brit motorcycles used the 27 tpi.  I never found a nut.

Keith

---- dwflagg <dwflagg at juno.com> wrote:
> Does anyone know the thread size on the Lucas SFT 576 for the securing
> nut.? TIA.
>
> Doug
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Mon Oct 26 15:52:51 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:52:51 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BN1 RHD Shift Lever
Message-ID: <20091026.155324.1204.25940@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>

Someone had asked me about a RHD gear lever for a BN1. Apparently they
are getting as rare as hen's teeth, but I did manage to locate one.
Please contact me off list for the info. Thanks.

Doug
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From dwflagg at juno.com  Mon Oct 26 15:54:07 2009
From: dwflagg at juno.com (dwflagg)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:54:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lucas SFT 576
Message-ID: <20091026.155424.1204.25941@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>

Norman,

Many thanks. As always your efforts are greatly appreciated.

Doug
 
> I checked the thread on a SFT 576 and as Michael Salter said it's 5/8 
>  26 TPI
> British Standard Brass ... Norman Nock
> 
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From richchrysler at quickclic.net  Mon Oct 26 17:39:19 2009
From: richchrysler at quickclic.net (Rich C)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:39:19 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] BN1 RHD Shift Lever
References: <20091026.155324.1204.25940@mailpop05.dca.untd.com>
Message-ID: <7520A2A65B054304B82599978C2F99FB@LIFEBOOK>

Who was asking for that? I also have an excellent one here.

Rich Chrysler

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "dwflagg" <dwflagg at juno.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 26, 2009 6:52 PM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] BN1 RHD Shift Lever


> Someone had asked me about a RHD gear lever for a BN1. Apparently they
> are getting as rare as hen's teeth, but I did manage to locate one.
> Please contact me off list for the info. Thanks.
>
> Doug
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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Mon Oct 26 18:48:09 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:48:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Connection points for hood assistance spring
In-Reply-To: <21722479.1256565164496.JavaMail.root@wamui-haziran.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <21722479.1256565164496.JavaMail.root@wamui-haziran.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <002d01ca56a7$899019d0$9cb04d70$@com>

Hi Charlie,
As I recall there are small tabs welded to the upper rear part of the inner
sill between the door post and the inner fender.

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Charlie Vaselaar
Sent: Monday, October 26, 2009 9:53 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Connection points for hood assistance spring

It has been some twenty+ years since I disassembled my BJ8.  I'm now in the
process of installing the hood frame and a new hood.  I can see where the
hood assistance springs connect to the hood frame, but I am clueless as to
where the other end connects.  I'll appreciate any help.

Thanks,

Charlie Vaselaar
Houston

From rnbmail at yahoo.com  Mon Oct 26 22:10:13 2009
From: rnbmail at yahoo.com (Robert Blair)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:10:13 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Healey BJ8 Lamp Bracket - Update2 - 3D Install Helper.
Message-ID: <580084.88220.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Listers, Many seem to be interested in the BJ8 lamp mount design and have
requested a 'how to' install diagram.  Here is a rough 3D showing set up of
the lower bracket bolted to the bumper iron, the valence sandwiched between
the 2 brackets, and the upper bracket which carries the lamp.

Two top bracket variants are needed depending on Bosch or Lucas - the LHS
shows a single bend for my Bosch lamps that have a horizontal/vertical swivel
mounting bolt - I will use a horizontal bolt mount, and the RHS double bend
for the Lucas lamps with vertical/fixed mounting bolts.

Please NOTE that the vertical dimensions of the above valence bracket are for
my Boash lamps only.  The height of the above valence bracket should be
tailored to the position of the hight of the specific lamp being mounted - up
or down an inch or so.

I am going ahead with the install fater they have been fabricated - probably
from 3/16 alu as it is easier to machine and can be powder coated or chromed.

A variat of the design may be good for ealier models - I have not sudied the
set ups.

JOHN SIMS - Looks like I cannot send an attachment to this list based on
size/whatever, so I will send it to you via earthlink and you can post the
install 3D on your site to save everyone emailing me directly.  Anyone wanting
one now just email me anyway at RNB at ix.netcom.com  .

Good luck...

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   

From f.ronald.rader at gmail.com  Mon Oct 26 22:16:02 2009
From: f.ronald.rader at gmail.com (F Ronald Rader)
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:16:02 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] selling a Healey on E bay
In-Reply-To: <ff59076c0910252343j19b095e5gf42385544fa3f241@mail.gmail.com>
References: <5caeedb50910252127g6911ba3dlcf7a0dc0c0a9a0b7@mail.gmail.com>
	<ff59076c0910252343j19b095e5gf42385544fa3f241@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5caeedb50910262216k7c8d8cf7g275200599b1d877d@mail.gmail.com>

thanks to all.
new plan:
I am putting in the shop to have the undercarriage detailed and photographed.
i will put it on EBay and if I do not get the result that i want I
will place it with Russo and Steele.
i spooking to Gooding today and they would love the car but will only
do now reserve under $100,000

their way of saying we really don't like to bother with those cheap cars.
updates to follow.
ron rader
1965 BJ8 phase II
1954 Nash Healey FHC


On Sun, Oct 25, 2009 at 11:43 PM, Alan Seigrist <healey.nut at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Ron -
>
> Seems most healeys that sell on Ebay (if a standard model) will sell if
under $40K.  Unless your car is a special or one off, I'd say selling your BJ8
on Ebay will be pretty difficult at $70K if the main selling point is that it
is a 95+ point Concours winner.
>
> I'd suggest either putting it in for an auction or possibly selling it on
consignment at a classic car specialist.  Or just keep listing it on Ebay
until someone bites, it just may take a while.
>
> By the way, I know this isn't what you want to hear, but there have been
alot more Austin Healeys for sale over the last year on Ebay than I've ever
seen before.
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8
>
>
> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 12:27 PM, F Ronald Rader <f.ronald.rader at gmail.com>
wrote:
>>
>> have anyone of you done it?
>> those that follow the e bay ads is there a way of finding out what
>> they are selling for?
>> looking to sell mine for $75,000
>> ron

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 27 05:43:36 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:43:36 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey BJ8 Lamp Bracket - Update2 - 3D Install Helper.
In-Reply-To: <580084.88220.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <580084.88220.qm@web37908.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <01e801ca5703$1a31f340$4e95d9c0$@net>

This will be posted, including the drawings Wednesday morning. Have a bunch
of other things to do today.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Robert Blair
Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:10 AM
To: Healey List
Subject: [Healeys] Healey BJ8 Lamp Bracket - Update2 - 3D Install Helper.

Listers, Many seem to be interested in the BJ8 lamp mount design and have
requested a 'how to' install diagram.  Here is a rough 3D showing set up of
the lower bracket bolted to the bumper iron, the valence sandwiched between
the 2 brackets, and the upper bracket which carries the lamp.

Two top bracket variants are needed depending on Bosch or Lucas - the LHS
shows a single bend for my Bosch lamps that have a horizontal/vertical
swivel
mounting bolt - I will use a horizontal bolt mount, and the RHS double bend
for the Lucas lamps with vertical/fixed mounting bolts.

Please NOTE that the vertical dimensions of the above valence bracket are
for
my Boash lamps only.  The height of the above valence bracket should be
tailored to the position of the hight of the specific lamp being mounted -
up
or down an inch or so.

I am going ahead with the install fater they have been fabricated - probably
from 3/16 alu as it is easier to machine and can be powder coated or
chromed.

A variat of the design may be good for ealier models - I have not sudied the
set ups.

JOHN SIMS - Looks like I cannot send an attachment to this list based on
size/whatever, so I will send it to you via earthlink and you can post the
install 3D on your site to save everyone emailing me directly.  Anyone
wanting
one now just email me anyway at RNB at ix.netcom.com  .

Good luck...

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 27 06:54:32 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:54:32 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] BN2 Foglamp Bracket
In-Reply-To: <34E1FB3897ED4893B2E2FFAF84EF4C18@MCOUCHOFFICE>
References: <DFA1D3A1BCB84BC1BEF94E2BC43C32B4@MCOUCHOFFICE>
	<BAY112-W134BF110602DC500522D66B8BA0@phx.gbl> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W14F87361BCECE6E16D9568B8B90@phx.gbl>

Mike!

This was what I was thinking of.  Check out the brackets on the car for sale
here:
http://www.motorbase.com/classifieds/viewad.ehtml?a=1268307969;page=2;pager=1

It's not a BN2, but there's no plans here, just an idea.  I'm pretty sure I
saw these somewhere for sale ( and there's rear towing eyes also ...
somewhere.  ( or perhaps just the drawings )


Okay, I found what I was thinking of.  Parts numbered SBK1 (BN1/BN2) and SBKSS
( BN1 thru BJ8 ) at
http://www.cape-international.com/capeshop.php?parttypes=7&thepart=SBK1.


RD
( no this one isn't a joke )


> From: michael at mcassociatesinc.com
>
> I picked up a pair of vintage Lucas fog lamps from the UK and want to add
> them to my BN2M. It has no bumper and the lamps are stem mounting.
>
> I've seen pictures (ie BMC Classics Inc ad in Healey Marque) that looks
like
> a custom bracket that connects to the bumper bracket mounts or the shroud
> brackets. They look like theywould also provide some protection for the
> lower front shroud panel. Does anyone have drawings or a source for a BN2
> foglamp bracket?
>
> Robert Blair - Do you think your BJ8 bracket design would work on a
> bumper-less BN2?
>
> Thanks
>
> Mike Couch
> Pittsburgh
> BN2M
> AN2
> AN7

From thehartnetts at earthlink.net  Tue Oct 27 08:54:40 2009
From: thehartnetts at earthlink.net (Len and/or Marge Hartnett)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:54:40 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Tuesday Trifle
Message-ID: <8BFDDCC9E7014FC49C6DE4C499CFD6C1@LeonardPCPC>

Here's an idea if you have a spare AH body laying around and you're wondering
what to do with it.  Better than a flower planter? Or a salad bar? Or just
abandoned as we have seen lately on The List?   ;-)

An AutoWeek Hyperventilating Hyperlink, "10 years and $21,000 that he'll never
get back".

http://tinyurl.com/mxrqpp

(The Other) Len
Vacaville, CA, USA
1967 AH 3000 MkIII, HBJ8L39031

From westonkeyes at hotmail.com  Tue Oct 27 09:57:37 2009
From: westonkeyes at hotmail.com (Weston Keyes)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:57:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Throttle switch on  overdrive  function? BJ8
Message-ID: <BAY114-W1244861A3B3F3917456631BAB90@phx.gbl>

Hello Folks,

     I have the 2 wires that go to the trottle
switch off. My overdrive goes off and on when I operate the switch on
the dash (as long as I am in 3rd or 4th). Is that normal? I believe
from reading the manual that the throttle switch is supposed to keep
the overdrive engaged until the throttle is off or low. Is it true that
it serves no purpose when engaging the overdrive?

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 27 10:11:53 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:11:53 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Healey BJ8 Lamp Bracket - Update2 - 3D Install Helper.
In-Reply-To: <919689.36534.qm@web37907.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <01e801ca5703$1a31f340$4e95d9c0$@net>
	<919689.36534.qm@web37907.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <01fe01ca5728$94be7aa0$be3b6fe0$@net>

I put it up today. In the electrical section on the Technical page.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: Robert Blair [mailto:rnbmail at yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:15 PM
To: John Sims
Subject: RE: [Healeys] Healey BJ8 Lamp Bracket - Update2 - 3D Install
Helper.

John Many thanks... R.

Robert N. Blair  Yellow 65BJ8  rnbmail at yahoo.com
   



--- On Tue, 10/27/09, John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote:

> From: John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net>
> Subject: RE: [Healeys] Healey BJ8 Lamp Bracket - Update2 - 3D Install
Helper.
> To: "'Robert Blair'" <rnbmail at yahoo.com>, "'Healey List'"
<healeys at autox.team.net>
> Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2009, 5:43 AM
> This will be posted, including the
> drawings Wednesday morning. Have a bunch
> of other things to do today.
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ
>  
> http://www.healey6.com
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net
> [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
> On Behalf Of Robert Blair
> Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:10 AM
> To: Healey List
> Subject: [Healeys] Healey BJ8 Lamp Bracket - Update2 - 3D
> Install Helper.

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Tue Oct 27 10:37:42 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:37:42 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Slight Healey humour found in ad
Message-ID: <BAY112-W367EC73AA1B4D6777B7C0FB8B90@phx.gbl>

I stumbled upon an ad for an Austin-Healey 100Z manual.

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Tue Oct 27 11:34:22 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:34:22 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Throttle switch on  overdrive  function? BJ8
In-Reply-To: <BAY114-W1244861A3B3F3917456631BAB90@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY114-W1244861A3B3F3917456631BAB90@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <007201ca5734$1aacd250$500676f0$@rr.com>

Wes, what you describe is normal.
The only function of the throttle switch is to provide an alternate power
circuit to keep the overdrive relay coil energized independent of the dash
switch, once the dash switch is turned on.  This keeps the overdrive
solenoid engaged when the dash switch is turned off, until the accelerator
pedal is pressed down the correct amount.

The throttle switch normally has no function in initially engaging the
overdrive, just preventing it from disengaging unless you are accelerating.

Perhaps the attached diagram will illustrate it more clearly.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Weston Keyes
Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:58 PM
To: Ahealey Ahealey
Subject: [Healeys] Throttle switch on overdrive function? BJ8

Hello Folks,

     I have the 2 wires that go to the trottle
switch off. My overdrive goes off and on when I operate the switch on
the dash (as long as I am in 3rd or 4th). Is that normal? I believe
from reading the manual that the throttle switch is supposed to keep
the overdrive engaged until the throttle is off or low. Is it true that
it serves no purpose when engaging the overdrive?

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

You are subscribed as sbyers at ec.rr.com

http://www.team.net/archive

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From msalter at precisionsportscar.com  Tue Oct 27 11:48:05 2009
From: msalter at precisionsportscar.com (Michael Salter)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:48:05 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Throttle switch on  overdrive  function? BJ8
In-Reply-To: <BAY114-W1244861A3B3F3917456631BAB90@phx.gbl>
References: <BAY114-W1244861A3B3F3917456631BAB90@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <001501ca5736$05d13e50$1173baf0$@com>

Hi Wes,
The throttle switch is used to maintain the car in overdrive until throttle
is applied. 
The purpose is to prevent the car's motion from having to accelerate the
rotating mass of the engine which would produce a reverse torque in the
overdrive unit, something it was not designed to accommodate.
When the switch is installed it provides a parallel circuit for the dash
switch when less than about 30% throttle is applied. When the throttle
passes this point, with the overdrive switch having been switched off the
overdrive will disengage.

Michael Salter
http://www.netbug.net/blogmichael/?p=445

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Weston Keyes
Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 12:58 PM
To: Ahealey Ahealey
Subject: [Healeys] Throttle switch on overdrive function? BJ8

Hello Folks,

     I have the 2 wires that go to the trottle
switch off. My overdrive goes off and on when I operate the switch on
the dash (as long as I am in 3rd or 4th). Is that normal? I believe
from reading the manual that the throttle switch is supposed to keep
the overdrive engaged until the throttle is off or low. Is it true that
it serves no purpose when engaging the overdrive?

Many thanks

Wes Keyes
York, Maine

From walt2727 at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 27 13:08:00 2009
From: walt2727 at yahoo.com (Walt Peterson)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:08:00 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Donna Mae's Ashes:
Message-ID: <312417.52905.qm@web31408.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

 
Saturday, October 24th on the runway of the Cumberland Airport where she road
raced in the 60s, Donna Mae's ashes were scattered from a white '59,
fuel-injected Corvette convertable. It was her wish they be scattered there,
at the grave of her favorite uncle and at Beaver Run.
 
I first met The Think Pink Lady about six years ago when she was working grid
for Steel Cities at Beaver Run. Whenever we spoke, she was vibrant, funny and
had a certain twinkle in her eyes. Two summers ago, the last time, she had a
cast on her foot but was still directing traffic in her pink gloves with her
black Chevette with a pink racing stripe nearby.
 
Number Twenty-three, I wish I had known you better.
 
Walt
 
Jabro-Buick
Albatross (rotary bugeye)
BT7 tricarb

From jstmorris at yahoo.com  Tue Oct 27 13:50:38 2009
From: jstmorris at yahoo.com (J. Scott Morris)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:50:38 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Donna Mae's Ashes:
In-Reply-To: <312417.52905.qm@web31408.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <209516.44402.qm@web30301.mail.mud.yahoo.com>

Hello Walt;  You may wish to view  
http://pvgp2. schoolwires. net/pvgp/ cwp/view. asp?A=3&Q=276958
 
--Scott Morris; Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
J. Scott Morris - Keep Smiling, Murphy Lives

Walt Peterson <walt2727 at yahoo.com> wrote: << Saturday, October 24th on the
runway of the Cumberland Airport where she road raced in the 60s, Donna Mae's
ashes were scattered from a white '59, fuel-injected Corvette convertable. It
was her wish they be scattered there, at the grave of her favorite uncle and
at Beaver Run. ...... >>
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From jporter448 at gmail.com  Tue Oct 27 14:33:17 2009
From: jporter448 at gmail.com (James Porter)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:33:17 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Help with attachments
Message-ID: <96d15ed10910271433r59c420cdv3b90a23613ec12d8@mail.gmail.com>

Can anyone help with my inability to receive attachments on messages?

I am using Gmail as the server.  The message shown below is substituted for
any image attached to messages.

*[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of
Overdrive electrics2-1.JPG]*

Thanks in advance for any help.

Jim Porter

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Tue Oct 27 14:38:03 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:38:03 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Help with attachments
In-Reply-To: <96d15ed10910271433r59c420cdv3b90a23613ec12d8@mail.gmail.com>
References: <96d15ed10910271433r59c420cdv3b90a23613ec12d8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <025001ca574d$c4052410$4c0f6c30$@net>

Attachments sent to the List are stripped and not relayed. That is the way
the list is set up.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com



-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of James Porter
Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 5:33 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Help with attachments

Can anyone help with my inability to receive attachments on messages?

I am using Gmail as the server.  The message shown below is substituted for
any image attached to messages.

*[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of
Overdrive electrics2-1.JPG]*

Thanks in advance for any help.

Jim Porter

From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Tue Oct 27 14:54:35 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:54:35 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Help with attachments
In-Reply-To: <96d15ed10910271433r59c420cdv3b90a23613ec12d8@mail.gmail.com>
References: <96d15ed10910271433r59c420cdv3b90a23613ec12d8@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <00bf01ca5750$12fb26d0$38f17470$@rr.com>

Jim, as a way to prevent virus infections the Healeys list does not allow
attachments and they get stripped off.  Normally, when I reply to the list
and include attachments, I cc the person intended to receive the attachment
so that they do get it.  This time, I forgot.  Thanks for your question,
which made me go back and check.

If you want the Overdrive electrics attachment, let me know and I'll send it
to you.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC  USA

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of James Porter
Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 5:33 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Help with attachments

Can anyone help with my inability to receive attachments on messages?

I am using Gmail as the server.  The message shown below is substituted for
any image attached to messages.

*[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type image/jpeg which had a name of
Overdrive electrics2-1.JPG]*

Thanks in advance for any help.

Jim Porter

From sales at justbrits.com  Tue Oct 27 14:59:46 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:59:46 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Donna Mae's Ashes:
In-Reply-To: <209516.44402.qm@web30301.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
References: <209516.44402.qm@web30301.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <4AE76D52.5010503@justbrits.com>

I HOPE the reconstruction of Scott's Link for Donna
Mae Mims works THIS time<G> !!!!

http://pvgp2.schoolwires.net/pvgp/cwp/view.asp?A=3&Q=276958


If it does NOT come thru as a working link, this DOES work:

*http://tinyurl.com/yzg3eb5

or org CAN be copied/pasted and that also works.

Ed

PS:  THANKS Scott !!!  Neat YouTube video !!!!
*

From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Tue Oct 27 17:21:47 2009
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John & Kerry Rowe)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:21:47 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Triple weber short manifolds
Message-ID: <20091028002151.QIMR28036.nskntotgx03p.mx.bigpond.com@rowe4323ef3cc5>

I bought a set of Denis Welch short manifolds on Trade-me (New Zealand ebay)
and of course got caught out. No logo anywhere and will take a bit of
modifications to fit properly to replace the Redline manifold I was using. I
have been told by a knowledgeable source that they were made in USA (have
casting No 0055 on bottom). Luckily the price was ok about 1/3 of Denis
Welch price

Has any listers heard of these things and if so any tricks to fitting them

Thanks

 

John Rowe

Qld Australia

BN1  BT7

From twillig at ruda.de  Wed Oct 28 00:50:38 2009
From: twillig at ruda.de (Thomas Willig)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:50:38 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Screws for Lucas Altette horns
Message-ID: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED2@dw01.ruda.local>

Hello,



does anybody know a source for the cheese head screws for the altette
horns?



Thomas Willig

From twillig at ruda.de  Wed Oct 28 01:27:11 2009
From: twillig at ruda.de (Thomas Willig)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:27:11 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical conecctors for Lucas Altette horns
Message-ID: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED3@dw01.ruda.local>

Hello,



I need advise on the following questions about Lucas Altette Horns:



1. How are the wires from the wiring loom attached to the horns? Bullet
connectors maybe? Who sells these connectors?

2.  Does someone sell the rubbers, isolating plate and steep plate which
hold the electrical connectors in place?



Thanks





Thomas Willig

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Wed Oct 28 03:17:27 2009
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:17:27 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical conecctors for Lucas Altette horns
In-Reply-To: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED3@dw01.ruda.local>
References: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED3@dw01.ruda.local>
Message-ID: <4AE81A37.1030504@earthlink.net>

Thomas,

The connectors are the same style as those used inside the license plate 
lamp.  They look like an elongated bell.  Strip the insulation off the 
wire, feed the wire up through the bottom of the bell until the bare 
wire sticks through the top.  Fold the bare wire over, spreading it out 
around the bell and insert the connector into the socket.

Bob

Thomas Willig wrote:
> Hello,
> 
> 
> 
> I need advise on the following questions about Lucas Altette Horns:
> 
> 
> 
> 1. How are the wires from the wiring loom attached to the horns? Bullet
> connectors maybe? Who sells these connectors?
> 
> 2.  Does someone sell the rubbers, isolating plate and steep plate which
> hold the electrical connectors in place?
> 
> 
> 
> Thanks
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Thomas Willig
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 28 04:53:52 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:53:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Screws for Lucas Altette horns
In-Reply-To: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED2@dw01.ruda.local>
References: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED2@dw01.ruda.local>
Message-ID: <4AE830D0.3040701@comcast.net>

Please reply to the List (I'm looking too).


Bob


Thomas Willig wrote:
> Hello,
>
>
>
> does anybody know a source for the cheese head screws for the altette
> horns?
>
>
>
> Thomas Willig
>
>
>   


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

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

From bspidell at comcast.net  Wed Oct 28 05:02:42 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 05:02:42 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical conecctors for Lucas Altette horns
In-Reply-To: <4AE81A37.1030504@earthlink.net>
References: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED3@dw01.ruda.local>
	<4AE81A37.1030504@earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <4AE832E2.1050909@comcast.net>

Moss part# 157-107 for the connectors.

Have never seen any (authentic) parts for horns (inc. the rubber plate).

bs



Bob Haskell wrote:
> Thomas,
>
> The connectors are the same style as those used inside the license 
> plate lamp.  They look like an elongated bell.  Strip the insulation 
> off the wire, feed the wire up through the bottom of the bell until 
> the bare wire sticks through the top.  Fold the bare wire over, 
> spreading it out around the bell and insert the connector into the 
> socket.
>
> Bob
>
> Thomas Willig wrote:
>> Hello,
>>
>>
>>
>> I need advise on the following questions about Lucas Altette Horns:
>>
>>
>>
>> 1. How are the wires from the wiring loom attached to the horns? Bullet
>> connectors maybe? Who sells these connectors?
>>
>> 2.  Does someone sell the rubbers, isolating plate and steep plate which
>> hold the electrical connectors in place?
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Thomas Willig
>>
>


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

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

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Wed Oct 28 05:30:58 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:30:58 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Screws for Lucas Altette horns
In-Reply-To: <4AE830D0.3040701@comcast.net>
References: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED2@dw01.ruda.local>
	<4AE830D0.3040701@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910280530y20c09c50pb7c4793f3005a697@mail.gmail.com>

Thomas / Bob -

I am pretty sure those are BA Cheeseheads.  I buy those all day long for my
A90 Atlantic from Namrick:

http://www.namrick.co.uk/browse.asp?PCID=12

Only one to two pounds for a pack of 10.  They also have odd Numbered BA
screws in stock but not on their website, you have to call them.

My guess is those screws are probably 2BA or 1BA in size, count the TPI and
that will tell you which one they are.

http://www.britishfasteners.com/images/nuts_bolts_key.pdf

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 7:53 PM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

> Please reply to the List (I'm looking too).
>
>
> Bob
>
>
>
> Thomas Willig wrote:
>
>> Hello,
>>
>>
>>
>> does anybody know a source for the cheese head screws for the altette
>> horns?
>>
>>
>>
>> Thomas Willig
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> *******************************************************************
> Bob Spidell           San Jose, CA            bspidell at comcast.net
>
> *******************************************************************
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From tjmorrio at colby.edu  Wed Oct 28 05:51:28 2009
From: tjmorrio at colby.edu (Thomas Morrione)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:51:28 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Asbestos plate heat insulation repair?
Message-ID: <C70DB690.35E2%tjmorrio@colby.edu>

Dear listers,

I9m into my 1965 BJ8 restoration (rescued from a field in 1975) and
appreciate very much your expertise. I9ve got the frame and chassis redone
(Jule frame) and am now using a donor car
and  putting things back piece by piece (just finished rear axle). Your
comments on heat insulation options have been very helpful.

Is there any glue or repair substance out there that I can use to
reattach/repair a corner (lower one closest to engine) of the asbestos (or
what I assume is asbestos) heat shield that fits over the driver foot well?
I notice that it has asbestos spacers attached to it where the screws pass
through.  If not, does anyone have a spare around they might part with?

The other shields that I have are in good shape but dirty/greased up a bit.
Any suggestions on cleaning them? Might it be possible to paint them with
white engine paint to spruce them up?

Also, I9ve just finished stripping the donor car frame and chassis. It was
hit in the left front and frame has been repaired (poorly) -- motor mount is
misaligned, etc. Frame is otherwise (!) in good shape (almost no rust).
Chassis needs floor pans, rails and rockers (replacements for which came in
a box with the donor car). Any idea of its market value?

Many thanks  more questions sure to follow as this labor of love rolls on.

Tom
BJ865

From m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca  Wed Oct 28 06:04:48 2009
From: m.g.sharp at sympatico.ca (Mirek Sharp)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:04:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical conecctors for Lucas Altette horns
References: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED3@dw01.ruda.local>
Message-ID: <BLU0-SMTP6963C6D094C840D5759718C3B80@phx.gbl>

OK - here is one of the worlds big secrets.  The worlds greatest repository 
of knowledge and parts on vintage horns resides with a chap known as "Taff 
the Horns".  He has everything you would need and does complete horn 
restorations. He is a bit of an odd duck, as one might imagine from someone 
who has devoted his whole life to the repair of horns, but at least for me, 
he has been reliable and does an outstanding job.  He usually has a long 
waiting list, so get in line! He is located in Wales.

http://www.taffthehorns.com/

cheers,
Mirek
60 BT7

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Thomas Willig" <twillig at ruda.de>

> I need advise on the following questions about Lucas Altette Horns:

From m.brouillette at comcast.net  Wed Oct 28 06:05:23 2009
From: m.brouillette at comcast.net (m.brouillette at comcast.net)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:05:23 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Anyone looking for a project?
In-Reply-To: <C70DB690.35E2%tjmorrio@colby.edu>
Message-ID: <591286499.406331256735123090.JavaMail.root@sz0097a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net>

Folks,

    I have nothing to do with this car.  Just passing the listing on...

http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/1439175627.html

From vintage_roadster_restoration at hotmail.com  Wed Oct 28 06:58:54 2009
From: vintage_roadster_restoration at hotmail.com (Jean Caron)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:58:54 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical conecctors for Lucas Altette horns
In-Reply-To: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED3@dw01.ruda.local>
References: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED3@dw01.ruda.local>
Message-ID: <SNT124-W45DED4C8B36251FE3D41D0D1B80@phx.gbl>

Thomas:

A while back, Roger Moment had the rubber gasket reproduced and was selling
them, not sure if he still has any.



Jean Caron

Vintage Roadster Restoration

> Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:27:11 +0100
> From: twillig at ruda.de
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Electrical conecctors for Lucas Altette horns
>
> Hello,
>
>
>
> I need advise on the following questions about Lucas Altette Horns:
>
>
>
> 1. How are the wires from the wiring loom attached to the horns? Bullet
> connectors maybe? Who sells these connectors?
>
> 2. Does someone sell the rubbers, isolating plate and steep plate which
> hold the electrical connectors in place?
>
>
>
> Thanks
>
>
>
>
>
> Thomas Willig
> _______________________________________________
> Support Team.Net http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com  Wed Oct 28 07:18:47 2009
From: Kendall.Freese at Aerojet.com (Freese, Ken)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:18:47 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Screws for Lucas Altette horns
In-Reply-To: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED2@dw01.ruda.local>
References: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED2@dw01.ruda.local>
Message-ID: <0B88281C9591904D9B35C6EB66E8A80D0341FEFA@SACMX1.aerojet.gencorp.local>

 www.clarkespares.com/   These folks have most all of the odd British
fasteners and grommets/blanking plugs, but not necessarily in stainless
steel.
Ken Freese
65 BJ8

From cnaarndt at gmail.com  Wed Oct 28 09:46:35 2009
From: cnaarndt at gmail.com (Curt/Nancy Arndt)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:46:35 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical conecctors for Lucas Altette horns
In-Reply-To: <SNT124-W45DED4C8B36251FE3D41D0D1B80@phx.gbl>
References: <E0345843D753644297A055322AD38B7D629ED3@dw01.ruda.local>
	<SNT124-W45DED4C8B36251FE3D41D0D1B80@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <751d05480910280946t5eb22f84xdf1abbcb9f154003@mail.gmail.com>

Listers,

Roger did not have them reproduced, he made them himself in his shop.
Therefore, very limited quantities and if you ask he may produce more on a
case by case basis.

Cheers,

Curt

On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 6:58 AM, Jean Caron <
vintage_roadster_restoration at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Thomas:
>
> A while back, Roger Moment had the rubber gasket reproduced and was selling
> them, not sure if he still has any.
>
>
>
> Jean Caron
>
> Vintage Roadster Restoration
>
> > Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:27:11 +0100
> > From: twillig at ruda.de
> > To: healeys at autox.team.net
> > Subject: [Healeys] Electrical conecctors for Lucas Altette horns
> >
> > Hello,
> >
> >
> >
> > I need advise on the following questions about Lucas Altette Horns:
> >
> >
> >
> > 1. How are the wires from the wiring loom attached to the horns? Bullet
> > connectors maybe? Who sells these connectors?
> >
> > 2. Does someone sell the rubbers, isolating plate and steep plate which
> > hold the electrical connectors in place?
> >
> >
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
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From simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk  Wed Oct 28 10:20:04 2009
From: simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk (Simon Lachlan)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:20:04 -0000
Subject: [Healeys] Thermostat
Message-ID: <000601ca57f2$e408bb00$ac1a3100$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>

Hi, I have had to remove the grille in my MkII BT7. Not an easy task as you
know. However it's out.

So...to my question. Does anyone know where I can get the new(er?) type
thermostat that has the fitted sleeve? I've taken my old one out and it's
knackered. (Original bellows with sleeve type so it's done its allotted
time). I've read Norman's article in his Technical Tips and seen references
to this mythical object. But none is to be found.
Well, that's not quite true...Ahead for Healeys located one on the Moss
site, but it was #48+/- against the usual, no-sleeve type, which is
+/-#2.50. You may not be up in the foreign exchange world, but you can see
that one is nearly 20 times the price of the other!!
I am in UK so that wld be my first choice location, but I'd look at other
places. (The grille has to go away to be fixed and re-chromed, so there's no
great rush).
Thanks,
Simon.

From healeyray at yahoo.com  Wed Oct 28 10:21:59 2009
From: healeyray at yahoo.com (Ray Juncal)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:21:59 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Knock offs
Message-ID: <952676.52839.qm@web111413.mail.gq1.yahoo.com>

Listers
    Anyone have some old beat up knock offs they would be willing to part
with?  I would be happy to take them off your hands.  After all how many paper
weights does one need.
   Seriously, I am looking for two"Left (near) side" fine thread knock offs in
brass (green crud, not rust / or not magnetic) to finish a project I am
working on.  Beat up is OK as I am going to strip and repair them.  Threads
and taper need to be in working condition.
    I hope someone can help.
Ray Juncal

From lists at brits-n-pieces.com  Wed Oct 28 12:14:35 2009
From: lists at brits-n-pieces.com (Brits'n'Pieces (Eric Frenken))
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:14:35 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Thermostat
In-Reply-To: <000601ca57f2$e408bb00$ac1a3100$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>
Message-ID: <!&!AAAAAAAAAAAYAAAAAAAAAPO6xBf31l1Dm6bMijCNPYbCgAAAEAAAADm5lT0zkdZMl6WbU724QqgBAAAAAA==@brits-n-pieces.com>

Simon,

We carry them in stock (limited number) for 39 Euros, though I would have to
do a search through the warehouse on the next weekend to find them, because
they haven't been ordered for a long time now and I forgot where I put them.
I have installed one of them in my BT7 some 5 years ago and it works quite
well.

Eric
Brits'n'Pieces
http://brits-n-pieces.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Simon Lachlan
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:20 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Thermostat

Hi, I have had to remove the grille in my MkII BT7. Not an easy task as you
know. However it's out.

So...to my question. Does anyone know where I can get the new(er?) type
thermostat that has the fitted sleeve? I've taken my old one out and it's
knackered. (Original bellows with sleeve type so it's done its allotted
time). I've read Norman's article in his Technical Tips and seen references
to this mythical object. But none is to be found.
Well, that's not quite true...Ahead for Healeys located one on the Moss
site, but it was #48+/- against the usual, no-sleeve type, which is
+/-#2.50. You may not be up in the foreign exchange world, but you can 
+see
that one is nearly 20 times the price of the other!!
I am in UK so that wld be my first choice location, but I'd look at other
places. (The grille has to go away to be fixed and re-chromed, so there's no
great rush).
Thanks,
Simon.

From amalin at mac.com  Wed Oct 28 12:56:49 2009
From: amalin at mac.com (Al Malin)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:56:49 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] K&N Filters for Tricarb
Message-ID: <5D4139B8-2E47-4424-965F-54CEF3BDEB59@mac.com>

Does anyone have the part number for the K&N air filter that would fit  
a Tricarb?

I want the style shown in this link.

    http://tinyurl.com/kn4tricarb


Al Malin
Tricarb

From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Wed Oct 28 12:58:24 2009
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John & Kerry Rowe)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 05:58:24 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Thermostat
In-Reply-To: <000601ca57f2$e408bb00$ac1a3100$@lachlan@homecall.co.uk>
Message-ID: <20091028195828.NSTB1743.nschwotgx01p.mx.bigpond.com@rowe4323ef3cc5>

Simon
 I bought some a couple of years ago from Norman Nock (British Car
Specialists) in California. Not overly expensive, work well and good service
from them. Contact them to see if still available
John Rowe   Qld Australia
BN1  BT7

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Simon Lachlan
Sent: Thursday, 29 October 2009 3:20 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Thermostat

Hi, I have had to remove the grille in my MkII BT7. Not an easy task as you
know. However it's out.

So...to my question. Does anyone know where I can get the new(er?) type
thermostat that has the fitted sleeve? I've taken my old one out and it's
knackered. (Original bellows with sleeve type so it's done its allotted
time). I've read Norman's article in his Technical Tips and seen references
to this mythical object. But none is to be found.
Well, that's not quite true...Ahead for Healeys located one on the Moss
site, but it was #48+/- against the usual, no-sleeve type, which is
+/-#2.50. You may not be up in the foreign exchange world, but you can see
that one is nearly 20 times the price of the other!!
I am in UK so that wld be my first choice location, but I'd look at other
places. (The grille has to go away to be fixed and re-chromed, so there's no
great rush).
Thanks,
Simon.

From rnsdavies at verizon.net  Wed Oct 28 13:54:08 2009
From: rnsdavies at verizon.net (RONALD DAVIES)
Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:54:08 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] K&N Filters for Tricarb
In-Reply-To: <5D4139B8-2E47-4424-965F-54CEF3BDEB59@mac.com>
Message-ID: <351660.71873.qm@web84207.mail.re3.yahoo.com>

Al,
 
    I recently rejoined the list.  I think I can help on this one.  Kirk Kvam
bought them for his tri-carb from APT.
 
     Advanced Performance Technology in Riverside Ca. -  www.aptfast.com
 
Redlands Ron Davies
AN5 - BN2 - BN2 - nasty boy - BJ8 - phase one

--- On Wed, 10/28/09, Al Malin <amalin at mac.com> wrote:


From: Al Malin <amalin at mac.com>
Subject: [Healeys] K&N Filters for Tricarb
To: "healey help" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2009, 12:56 PM


Does anyone have the part number for the K&N air filter that would fit a
Tricarb?

I want the style shown in this link.

   http://tinyurl.com/kn4tricarb


Al Malin
Tricarb
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Wed Oct 28 17:53:41 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:53:41 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Thermostat
In-Reply-To: <-6701156112367348392@unknownmsgid>
References: <-6701156112367348392@unknownmsgid>
Message-ID: <ff59076c0910281753k2a777a73n58f3abe692f4f59a@mail.gmail.com>

Hi Simon -

I am pretty sure Norman Nock @ British Car Specialists in Stockton CA has
them.  You can also get them from XKs Unlimited in San Luis Obispo for a
decent price too:

https://www.xksunlimited.com/xks/merchant.ihtml?pid=20475&lastcatid=97&step=4

I have one of these on my Jag Mk IX.  I am pretty sure they are the exact
same t'stat.

Cheers,

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 1:20 AM, Simon Lachlan <simon.lachlan at homecall.co.uk
> wrote:

> Hi, I have had to remove the grille in my MkII BT7. Not an easy task as you
> know. However it's out.
>
> So...to my question. Does anyone know where I can get the new(er?) type
> thermostat that has the fitted sleeve? I've taken my old one out and it's
> knackered. (Original bellows with sleeve type so it's done its allotted
> time). I've read Norman's article in his Technical Tips and seen references
> to this mythical object. But none is to be found.
> Well, that's not quite true...Ahead for Healeys located one on the Moss
> site, but it was #48+/- against the usual, no-sleeve type, which is
> +/-#2.50. You may not be up in the foreign exchange world, but you can see
> that one is nearly 20 times the price of the other!!
> I am in UK so that wld be my first choice location, but I'd look at other
> places. (The grille has to go away to be fixed and re-chromed, so there's
> no
> great rush).
> Thanks,
> Simon.

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Thu Oct 29 03:42:03 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:42:03 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Servo reconditioning
Message-ID: <FE7C9C850D0C42438DDD97E8E41672B0@tm>

Hello there,

Do you by any chance know any good servo reconditioning services in Germany
or Benelux or UK?

Best, Tadek

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct 29 06:43:16 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:43:16 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Servo reconditioning
In-Reply-To: <FE7C9C850D0C42438DDD97E8E41672B0@tm>
References: <FE7C9C850D0C42438DDD97E8E41672B0@tm>
Message-ID: <4AE99BF4.8000608@chello.nl>

Cheaper to replace with a new Lockheed type servo from Powertune. They 
are from about GBP90. For the big Healey you will need a ratio of appr. 
3:1. See Ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Remote-Servo-Kit-Austin-Healey-CHEAPEST-ON-EBAY_W0QQitemZ390004000152QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item5ace0cc598

but you can find several other suppliers. You have to watch it for a few 
weeks to find the full range. Sometimes it is claimed that they are the 
original Lockheed.
Quality seems to be OK as I know of several people who have used them 
without problems. and I did not hear of negative experiences yet.

There is even an original Girling servo on Ebay at the moment but check 
the diameter on your car first:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/GIRLING-REMOTE-BRAKE-SERVO-FORD-TRIUMPH-MINI-MGB-AUSTIN_W0QQitemZ350269900907QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item518db6886b

Kees Oudesluijs
NL


> Hello there,
>
> Do you by any chance know any good servo reconditioning services in Germany
> or Benelux or UK?
>
> Best, Tadek
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From ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net  Thu Oct 29 06:49:41 2009
From: ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net (Ron Ray)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:49:41 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <FE7C9C850D0C42438DDD97E8E41672B0@tm>
References: <FE7C9C850D0C42438DDD97E8E41672B0@tm>
Message-ID: <002301ca589e$aa5b07d0$ff111770$@net>

Folks,
 
A friend has asked  for opinions on the merits of installing relays to feed
the headlights on a Bugeye Sprite.  He read an article online that claimed
relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition
switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the
headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the switch
fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they would be with
relays. The article also claimed that with the relay, the voltage goes
straight from the battery to the lights so the current carried by the switch
is lower so it last longer, and the lights are brighter.
 
I can forward the article to anyone interested.
 
Thanks in advance for y our thoughts.
 
Ron

From bighealey at charter.net  Thu Oct 29 07:05:37 2009
From: bighealey at charter.net (Tracy Drummond)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:05:37 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <002301ca589e$aa5b07d0$ff111770$@net>
Message-ID: <5718B7D7898C42F4A73B7C71BBF207A5@TRACY>

You are correct Ray.  I have done this easy mod to several cars.

Simply put you use the existing harness for signaling to the relays.  Run
new fused line to power in on the relays and get brighter lights, less
current through switches etc.  You will reduce current and associated heat
in the harness and switches.

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

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Ron Ray
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:50 AM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System

Folks,

A friend has asked  for opinions on the merits of installing relays to feed
the headlights on a Bugeye Sprite.  He read an article online that claimed
relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition
switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the
headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the switch
fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they would be with
relays. The article also claimed that with the relay, the voltage goes
straight from the battery to the lights so the current carried by the switch
is lower so it last longer, and the lights are brighter.

I can forward the article to anyone interested.

Thanks in advance for y our thoughts.

Ron
Healeys at autox.team.net
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct 29 07:38:19 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:38:19 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <002301ca589e$aa5b07d0$ff111770$@net>
References: <FE7C9C850D0C42438DDD97E8E41672B0@tm>
	<002301ca589e$aa5b07d0$ff111770$@net>
Message-ID: <4AE9A8DB.7090203@chello.nl>

The artickle is spot on and it is a very worth wile and simple mod for 
all heavy users: headlights, spot/fog lights, horns, heater motor, fan 
motor, wipers etc.
It has been covered several times on this and various other lists.
Kees Oudesluijs


Ron Ray schreef:
> Folks,
>  
> A friend has asked  for opinions on the merits of installing relays to feed
> the headlights on a Bugeye Sprite.  He read an article online that claimed
> relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition
> switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the
> headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the switch
> fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they would be with
> relays. The article also claimed that with the relay, the voltage goes
> straight from the battery to the lights so the current carried by the switch
> is lower so it last longer, and the lights are brighter.
>  
> I can forward the article to anyone interested.
>  
> Thanks in advance for y our thoughts.
>  
> Ron

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct 29 08:03:15 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:03:15 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <4AE9A8DB.7090203@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <1482604817.1877411256828595087.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

Just noted in _Auto Restorer_ there is a modern, modular, solid-state equivalent of a bank of relays available for retrofitting older cars. Essentially, one control module sends low voltage signals to remote 'slave' modules that in turn switch battery power to lights, etc. (of course, this is how it's done in new cars). 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



The artickle is spot on and it is a very worth wile and simple mod for 
all heavy users: headlights, spot/fog lights, horns, heater motor, fan 
motor, wipers etc. 
It has been covered several times on this and various other lists. 
Kees Oudesluijs 


Ron Ray schreef: 
> Folks, 
> 
> A friend has asked for opinions on the merits of installing relays to feed 
> the headlights on a Bugeye Sprite. He read an article online that claimed 
> relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition 
> switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the 
> headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the switch 
> fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they would be with 
> relays. The article also claimed that with the relay, the voltage goes 
> straight from the battery to the lights so the current carried by the switch 
> is lower so it last longer, and the lights are brighter. 
> 
> I can forward the article to anyone interested. 
> 
> Thanks in advance for y our thoughts. 
> 
> Ron 
_______________________________________________ 

From jodyfkerr at gmail.com  Thu Oct 29 08:28:52 2009
From: jodyfkerr at gmail.com (Jody Kerr)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:28:52 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <1482604817.1877411256828595087.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <4AE9A8DB.7090203@chello.nl>
	<1482604817.1877411256828595087.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <471534970910290828o44c32c63s8be67d97c05b67f5@mail.gmail.com>

Bob,

Sounds interesting. Have a link?

Jody

On Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 8:03 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:
> Just noted in _Auto Restorer_ there is a modern, modular, solid-state
equivalent of a bank of relays available for retrofitting older cars.
Essentially, one control module sends low voltage signals to remote 'slave'
modules that in turn switch battery power to lights, etc. (of course, this is
how it's done in new cars).
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
>
> The artickle is spot on and it is a very worth wile and simple mod for
> all heavy users: headlights, spot/fog lights, horns, heater motor, fan
> motor, wipers etc.
> It has been covered several times on this and various other lists.
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
> Ron Ray schreef:
>> Folks,
>>
>> A friend has asked for opinions on the merits of installing relays to feed
>> the headlights on a Bugeye Sprite. He read an article online that claimed
>> relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition
>> switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the
>> headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the
switch
>> fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they would be with
>> relays. The article also claimed that with the relay, the voltage goes
>> straight from the battery to the lights so the current carried by the
switch
>> is lower so it last longer, and the lights are brighter.
>>
>> I can forward the article to anyone interested.
>>
>> Thanks in advance for y our thoughts.
>>
>> Ron
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct 29 08:43:01 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:43:01 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <1482604817.1877411256828595087.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <1482604817.1877411256828595087.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <4AE9B805.6050300@chello.nl>

Bob,
Although you are correct, it is more convenient and way cheaper to 
install old fashioned relays of say 35A. They are readily available 
including their fitting boxes from various cars in the scrap yard or 
ebay for next to nothing or you can get them new at a general car parts 
store for very little. If things go wrong they are far easier to 
diagnose (you can hear them working) and rectify if you have a few spare 
relays in the boot.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Bob Spidell schreef:
> Just noted in _Auto Restorer_ there is a modern, modular, solid-state 
> equivalent of a bank of relays available for retrofitting older cars.  
> Essentially, one control module sends low voltage signals to remote 
> 'slave' modules that in turn switch battery power to lights, etc. (of 
> course, this is how it's done in new cars).
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
>
> The artickle is spot on and it is a very worth wile and simple mod for
> all heavy users: headlights, spot/fog lights, horns, heater motor, fan
> motor, wipers etc.
> It has been covered several times on this and various other lists.
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
> Ron Ray schreef:
> > Folks,
> >  
> > A friend has asked  for opinions on the merits of installing relays 
> to feed
> > the headlights on a Bugeye Sprite.  He read an article online that 
> claimed
> > relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition
> > switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the
> > headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the 
> switch
> > fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they would be 
> with
> > relays. The article also claimed that with the relay, the voltage goes
> > straight from the battery to the lights so the current carried by 
> the switch
> > is lower so it last longer, and the lights are brighter.
> >  
> > I can forward the article to anyone interested.
> >  
> > Thanks in advance for y our thoughts.
> >  
> > Ron
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct 29 08:43:11 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:43:11 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <471534970910290828o44c32c63s8be67d97c05b67f5@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1820863857.1898041256830991164.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

http://www.isispower.com/products.html?ProductID=ISIS3BOXZ 


-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



Bob, 

Sounds interesting. Have a link? 

Jody 

On Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 8:03 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote: 
> Just noted in _Auto Restorer_ there is a modern, modular, solid-state equivalent of a bank of relays available for retrofitting older cars. Essentially, one control module sends low voltage signals to remote 'slave' modules that in turn switch battery power to lights, etc. (of course, this is how it's done in new cars). 
> 
> 
> bs 
> 
> -------------------------------- 
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct 29 08:45:57 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:45:57 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <4AE9B805.6050300@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <1382622250.1899151256831157522.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

I wasn't advocating anything--just passing along some info I thought interesting (and at least marginally related to the topic). 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Oudesluys" <coudesluijs at chello.nl> 
To: "Bob Spidell" <bspidell at comcast.net> 
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net, "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray at sbcglobal.net> 
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 8:43:01 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System 

Bob, 
Although you are correct, it is more convenient and way cheaper to 
install old fashioned relays of say 35A. They are readily available 
including their fitting boxes from various cars in the scrap yard or 
ebay for next to nothing or you can get them new at a general car parts 
store for very little. If things go wrong they are far easier to 
diagnose (you can hear them working) and rectify if you have a few spare 
relays in the boot. 
Kees Oudesluijs 
NL 


Bob Spidell schreef: 
> Just noted in _Auto Restorer_ there is a modern, modular, solid-state 
> equivalent of a bank of relays available for retrofitting older cars. 
> Essentially, one control module sends low voltage signals to remote 
> 'slave' modules that in turn switch battery power to lights, etc. (of 
> course, this is how it's done in new cars). 
> 
> 
> bs 
> 
> -------------------------------- 
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

From Awgertoo at aol.com  Thu Oct 29 09:32:31 2009
From: Awgertoo at aol.com (Awgertoo at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:32:31 EDT
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
Message-ID: <c95.4fee76a8.381b1d9f@aol.com>

Not to seem to0 "PC" but the terms "modern" and "slave" seldom seem to  
appear in the same sentence anymore.  Usually "slave" has been  supplanted by 
"secondary".
 
Best--Michael Oritt
------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
In a message dated 10/29/2009 11:15:13 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
bspidell at comcast.net writes:

Just  noted in _Auto Restorer_ there is a modern, modular, solid-state 
equivalent of  a bank of relays available for retrofitting older cars. 
Essentially, one  control module sends low voltage signals to remote 'slave' modules 
that in  turn switch battery power to lights, etc. (of course, this is how 
it's done in  new cars). 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob  Spidell - San Jose, CA 



The artickle is spot on and it is a  very worth wile and simple mod for 
all heavy users: headlights, spot/fog  lights, horns, heater motor, fan 
motor, wipers etc. 
It has been  covered several times on this and various other lists. 
Kees Oudesluijs  


Ron Ray schreef: 
> Folks, 
> 
> A friend has  asked for opinions on the merits of installing relays to 
feed 
> the  headlights on a Bugeye Sprite. He read an article online that 
claimed 
>  relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition  
> switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the  
> headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the  
switch 
> fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they  would be 
with 
> relays. The article also claimed that with the relay,  the voltage goes 
> straight from the battery to the lights so the  current carried by the 
switch 
> is lower so it last longer, and the  lights are brighter. 
> 
> I can forward the article to anyone  interested. 
> 
> Thanks in advance for y our thoughts. 
>  
> Ron 
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From dan at warner-associates.com  Thu Oct 29 10:44:02 2009
From: dan at warner-associates.com (Dan Stromquist)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:44:02 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
Message-ID: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>

I just had to hit the list with this one.  My partner gave me his old 1979
Toro lawn mower with a 3.5 Briggs & Stratton in it and since it appeared in
better shape then mine I changed out the diaphragm, soaked the crab and
tank, put in a new plug, and changed the oil which was real black.  Started
up and runs like new.  So today I asked him about the dirty oil and he said
it was the original oil in it never changed from new.  Engine runs great
with lots of power and no smoke.

Dan

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct 29 11:19:28 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:19:28 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>

Changing oil is more an attitude than a neccesity according to many. 
There have been plenty of tests with cars that ran on the same oil for 
years without any ill effects and showing no extra wear compared with a 
regular serviced vehicle when the engines were dismantled. Also the 
ANWB, Dutch AA or AAA road assistance had  several cars running on the 
same oil all there life without appearant increased wear to the engines.
A former MD of Castrol in the Netherlands claimes that it is only 
neccesary to change the oil when the acidity reaches a certain level. 
Just change the oil filter. A bit similar to the oil changes in ships 
and lorries
Are we being conned by the industry? Likely to at least some extent but 
I do not want to run the risk to find out so I change oil every year, 
regardsless of the miles I do.
Concerning the lawn mower I had the same experience. Same B&S engine, 
running from 1987 up to last year when the chassis gave up, mowing a 
large lawn (well in Dutch terms) of about 1000m2 year in year out. Never 
changed the oil, it was just inconvenient at the time you needed mowing. 
I have added some small quantity of oil once or twice during all those 
years when the level was a bit low.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Dan Stromquist schreef:
> I just had to hit the list with this one.  My partner gave me his old 1979
> Toro lawn mower with a 3.5 Briggs & Stratton in it and since it appeared in
> better shape then mine I changed out the diaphragm, soaked the crab and
> tank, put in a new plug, and changed the oil which was real black.  Started
> up and runs like new.  So today I asked him about the dirty oil and he said
> it was the original oil in it never changed from new.  Engine runs great
> with lots of power and no smoke.
>
> Dan
> _______________________________________________

From frogeye at porterscustom.com  Thu Oct 29 11:41:32 2009
From: frogeye at porterscustom.com (Dave Porter)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:41:32 -0600
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
	<4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <80D254AE20C34C889FB46C75CF2F4659@oscar>

FYI:
If your vehicle is required to pass emission testing, then regular changes
will help you pass. Old oil will absorb hydrocarbons and will show in
combustion residue.
Dave


frogeye at porterscustom.com

Porter Customs   2909 Arno NE
Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
505-352-1378
1954 BN2  1959 AN5
Porter Custom Bicycles

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 www.britishcarforum.com/portercustoms.html
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-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Oudesluys
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:19 PM
To: Dan Stromquist
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency

Changing oil is more an attitude than a neccesity according to many. 
There have been plenty of tests with cars that ran on the same oil for 
years without any ill effects and showing no extra wear compared with a 
regular serviced vehicle when the engines were dismantled. Also the 
ANWB, Dutch AA or AAA road assistance had  several cars running on the 
same oil all there life without appearant increased wear to the engines.
A former MD of Castrol in the Netherlands claimes that it is only 
neccesary to change the oil when the acidity reaches a certain level. 
Just change the oil filter. A bit similar to the oil changes in ships 
and lorries
Are we being conned by the industry? Likely to at least some extent but 
I do not want to run the risk to find out so I change oil every year, 
regardsless of the miles I do.
Concerning the lawn mower I had the same experience. Same B&S engine, 
running from 1987 up to last year when the chassis gave up, mowing a 
large lawn (well in Dutch terms) of about 1000m2 year in year out. Never 
changed the oil, it was just inconvenient at the time you needed mowing. 
I have added some small quantity of oil once or twice during all those 
years when the level was a bit low.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL


Dan Stromquist schreef:
> I just had to hit the list with this one.  My partner gave me his old 1979
> Toro lawn mower with a 3.5 Briggs & Stratton in it and since it appeared
in
> better shape then mine I changed out the diaphragm, soaked the crab and
> tank, put in a new plug, and changed the oil which was real black.
Started
> up and runs like new.  So today I asked him about the dirty oil and he
said
> it was the original oil in it never changed from new.  Engine runs great
> with lots of power and no smoke.
>
> Dan
> _______________________________________________
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct 29 11:44:13 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:44:13 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
	<4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <011501ca58c7$cfcdfd00$6f69f700$@net>

I have often wondered about that. Years ago, it was recommended to change
every 1,000 miles. Now new car manufacturers recommend every 7,500. But, the
quick change guys such as Jiffy Lube still put stickers on your car saying
to change every 3,000 miles. Since the car manufacturer holds my 10 year
100,000 mile power train warranty, I am following his directions. Now, with
an older engine, who really knows?

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Oudesluys
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 2:19 PM
To: Dan Stromquist
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency

Changing oil is more an attitude than a neccesity according to many.
There have been plenty of tests with cars that ran on the same oil for
years without any ill effects and showing no extra wear compared with a
regular serviced vehicle when the engines were dismantled. Also the
ANWB, Dutch AA or AAA road assistance had  several cars running on the
same oil all there life without appearant increased wear to the engines.
A former MD of Castrol in the Netherlands claimes that it is only
neccesary to change the oil when the acidity reaches a certain level.
Just change the oil filter. A bit similar to the oil changes in ships
and lorries
Are we being conned by the industry? Likely to at least some extent but
I do not want to run the risk to find out so I change oil every year,
regardsless of the miles I do.
Concerning the lawn mower I had the same experience. Same B&S engine,
running from 1987 up to last year when the chassis gave up, mowing a
large lawn (well in Dutch terms) of about 1000m2 year in year out. Never
changed the oil, it was just inconvenient at the time you needed mowing.
I have added some small quantity of oil once or twice during all those
years when the level was a bit low.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

From bspidell at comcast.net  Thu Oct 29 11:57:14 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:57:14 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <c95.4fee76a8.381b1d9f@aol.com>
Message-ID: <1994662761.2000041256842634556.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

News to me (and very PC). 'Master-slave' is still commonly used in electronics and, among other things--database design: http://dev.mysql.com/doc/refman/5.1/en/replication.html 

To be correct--not PC--'primary-secondary' is not the same relationship as 'master-slave.' In some cases, the distinction is critical. 

I'd rather be C than PC. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 




Not to seem to0 "PC" but the terms "modern" and "slave" seldom seem to appear in the same sentence anymore. Usually "slave" has been supplanted by "secondary". 

Best--Michael Oritt 
------------------------------------------------------------- 

In a message dated 10/29/2009 11:15:13 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, bspidell at comcast.net writes: 

Just noted in _Auto Restorer_ there is a modern, modular, solid-state equivalent of a bank of relays available for retrofitting older cars. Essentially, one control module sends low voltage signals to remote 'slave' modules that in turn switch battery power to lights, etc. (of course, this is how it's done in new cars). 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 



The artickle is spot on and it is a very worth wile and simple mod for 
all heavy users: headlights, spot/fog lights, horns, heater motor, fan 
motor, wipers etc. 
It has been covered several times on this and various other lists. 
Kees Oudesluijs 


Ron Ray schreef: 
> Folks, 
> 
> A friend has asked for opinions on the merits of installing relays to feed 
> the headlights on a Bugeye Sprite. He read an article online that claimed 
> relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition 
> switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the 
> headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the switch 
> fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they would be with 
> relays. The article also claimed that with the relay, the voltage goes 
> straight from the battery to the lights so the current carried by the switch 
> is lower so it last longer, and the lights are brighter. 
> 
> I can forward the article to anyone interested. 
> 
> Thanks in advance for y our thoughts. 
> 
> Ron 

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Oct 29 12:04:00 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:04:00 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
	<4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910291204o26684ff7ob90321a7da89cf7e@mail.gmail.com>

Well my day job is that of a service manager at a good sized card
dealership.  Call an oil change an attitude rather than a necessity would be
something that only someone that is clueless would say.  I see the results
on a daily basis of the results of no or extended oil changes and the
results of regular oil changes.
Change your oil every 7,500 miles like the factory says?  Engine runs damn
near forever with little or no problems.  Start stretching those intervals
to 10,000 miles?  PCV system will get plugged up, or the engine will get
sludged.  Both are expensive but not necessarily fatal problems.  Do 1 oil
change or less in 30,000 miles, and you will be spending your
kids inheritance on a new engine.  Also if the car is under warranty it
won't be when you cannot supply proof of the required oil changes.
Please note, I am not one of those every 3,000 miles lube it or lose it
yahoos.  I believe in following the factory recommendations for the most
part.

Comparing a lawnmower engine to a modern car engine is a bit of a fallacy to
say the least.  My daily driver probably puts more hours on the clock in 2
weeks than most people's lawnmowers do in a year.

Also Kees, you may not be aware of it, but engine oils in Europe meet a
different (and stricter) guideline than engine oils here in the US.  So
looking at oils in Europe and Oil here in the US is not exactly an apples to
apples comparison.

Rick

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Oct 29 12:07:55 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:07:55 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <1994662761.2000041256842634556.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <c95.4fee76a8.381b1d9f@aol.com>
	<1994662761.2000041256842634556.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <a3b984e10910291207h53023217sdd4c55384685b500@mail.gmail.com>

Count the County of Los Angeles among the PC crowd
http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/outrage/master.asp
<http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/outrage/master.asp>The mind boggles at the PC
crowd.

On Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 11:57 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

> News to me (and very PC). 'Master-slave' is still commonly used in
> electronics and, among other things--database design:
> http://dev.mysql.com/doc/refman/5.1/en/replication.html
>
> To be correct--not PC--'primary-secondary' is not the same relationship as
> 'master-slave.' In some cases, the distinction is critical.
>
> I'd rather be C than PC.
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
>
>
> Not to seem to0 "PC" but the terms "modern" and "slave" seldom seem to
> appear in the same sentence anymore. Usually "slave" has been supplanted by
> "secondary".
>
> Best--Michael Oritt
> -------------------------------------------------------------
>
> In a message dated 10/29/2009 11:15:13 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
> bspidell at comcast.net writes:
>
> Just noted in _Auto Restorer_ there is a modern, modular, solid-state
> equivalent of a bank of relays available for retrofitting older cars.
> Essentially, one control module sends low voltage signals to remote 'slave'
> modules that in turn switch battery power to lights, etc. (of course, this
> is how it's done in new cars).
>
>
> bs
>
> --------------------------------
> Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
>
>
>
> The artickle is spot on and it is a very worth wile and simple mod for
> all heavy users: headlights, spot/fog lights, horns, heater motor, fan
> motor, wipers etc.
> It has been covered several times on this and various other lists.
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
> Ron Ray schreef:
> > Folks,
> >
> > A friend has asked for opinions on the merits of installing relays to
> feed
> > the headlights on a Bugeye Sprite. He read an article online that claimed
> > relays would decrease the amount of current going through the ignition
> > switch. The article stated that there is a lot of resistance in the
> > headlight switches that drops the voltage and creates heat, thus the
> switch
> > fails earlier, and the headlights are not as bright as they would be with
> > relays. The article also claimed that with the relay, the voltage goes
> > straight from the battery to the lights so the current carried by the
> switch
> > is lower so it last longer, and the lights are brighter.
> >
> > I can forward the article to anyone interested.
> >
> > Thanks in advance for y our thoughts.
> >
> > Ron
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From sbyers at ec.rr.com  Thu Oct 29 12:39:07 2009
From: sbyers at ec.rr.com (BJ8 Healeys)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:39:07 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <1994662761.2000041256842634556.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
References: <c95.4fee76a8.381b1d9f@aol.com>
	<1994662761.2000041256842634556.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
Message-ID: <019101ca58cf$7b540960$71fc1c20$@rr.com>

>'primary-secondary' is not the same relationship as 'master-slave.' In some
cases, the distinction is critical.<

I agree.  At one time, we had two cats -- a primary cat and a secondary cat.
The secondary, or auxiliary, cat was not the slave of the primary.  This
distinction was critical to the secondary cat.

Steve Byers
HBJ8L/36666
BJ8 Registry
Havelock, NC   

From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct 29 12:53:48 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:53:48 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10910291207h53023217sdd4c55384685b500@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c95.4fee76a8.381b1d9f@aol.com>
	<1994662761.2000041256842634556.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<a3b984e10910291207h53023217sdd4c55384685b500@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <013001ca58d1$88641530$992c3f90$@net>

Next wires that are black, white, red, white with black tracer, black with
white tracer, etc. will be termed PC incorrect by the PC police. All wires
will have to be multicolored and you can test them by throwing a switch and
touching the bare end.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


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From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Richard Ewald
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 3:08 PM
To: Bob Spidell
Cc: Awgertoo at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System

Count the County of Los Angeles among the PC crowd
http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/outrage/master.asp
<http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/outrage/master.asp>The mind boggles at the PC
crowd.

On Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 11:57 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

> News to me (and very PC). 'Master-slave' is still commonly used in
> electronics and, among other things--database design:
> http://dev.mysql.com/doc/refman/5.1/en/replication.html
>
> To be correct--not PC--'primary-secondary' is not the same relationship as
> 'master-slave.' In some cases, the distinction is critical.
>
> I'd rather be C than PC.

From ampole at hotmail.com  Thu Oct 29 13:06:25 2009
From: ampole at hotmail.com (andy pole)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:06:25 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Servo reconditioning
In-Reply-To: <FE7C9C850D0C42438DDD97E8E41672B0@tm>
References: <FE7C9C850D0C42438DDD97E8E41672B0@tm>
Message-ID: <SNT103-W1D5C689AB81A319DB3E96D5B70@phx.gbl>

Tadek

I used Past Parts Ltd in the uk to restore my original girling servo, I have
listed the vacuum and brake ratios that the test slip attached to the unit on
here recently, if you look in the archives:

http://www.pastparts.co.uk/
 The unit looks great but have not used it yet.



Powertrack also do them:

http://www.powertrackbrakes.co.uk/index.html



And J & L spares:

http://www.jlspares.co.uk/further.htm



I think it is around #220 pounds for a restore if you want this original route
(and around 45 -60 pounds for a rebuild kit).



cheers Andy

_________________________________________________________________
New Windows 7: Simplify what you do everyday. Find the right PC for you.
http://www.microsoft.com/uk/windows/buy/

From tomfelts at windstream.net  Thu Oct 29 13:04:37 2009
From: tomfelts at windstream.net (Tom Felts)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:04:37 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <013001ca58d1$88641530$992c3f90$@net>
Message-ID: <20091029150437.QXQOZ.441272.root@ispmxfep11-z01>

Then there is the master cylinder.
What about use of "black sheep"?
"Black of night"
"red faced"
"Chief" of police
"lily white"
on and on.


---- John Sims <ahbn6 at verizon.net> wrote: 

=============
Next wires that are black, white, red, white with black tracer, black with
white tracer, etc. will be termed PC incorrect by the PC police. All wires
will have to be multicolored and you can test them by throwing a switch and
touching the bare end.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Richard Ewald
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 3:08 PM
To: Bob Spidell
Cc: Awgertoo at aol.com; healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System

Count the County of Los Angeles among the PC crowd
http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/outrage/master.asp
<http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/outrage/master.asp>The mind boggles at the PC
crowd.

On Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 11:57 AM, Bob Spidell <bspidell at comcast.net> wrote:

> News to me (and very PC). 'Master-slave' is still commonly used in
> electronics and, among other things--database design:
> http://dev.mysql.com/doc/refman/5.1/en/replication.html
>
> To be correct--not PC--'primary-secondary' is not the same relationship as
> 'master-slave.' In some cases, the distinction is critical.
>
> I'd rather be C than PC.
Healeys at autox.team.net
http://autox.team.net/mailman/listinfo/healeys

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From steveg at abrazosdata.com  Thu Oct 29 13:34:45 2009
From: steveg at abrazosdata.com (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Steve=20B.=20Gerow?=)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:34:45 -0800
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?=5Boff=5D_Possible_Secondary_Cylinder_re?=
	=?iso-8859-1?q?bellion?=
Message-ID: <20091029203445.24290.qmail@hoster902.com>

Free the Secondary Cylinders! We've got nothing to lose but our hydraulic lines!

I'd better watch out - I've got 6 of them and they're out there possibly plotting to "let it slide" next time I need them!

:)
-- 
Steve Gerow
BN6

From bjsbj8 at gmail.com  Thu Oct 29 13:38:41 2009
From: bjsbj8 at gmail.com (Bob Johnson)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:38:41 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <ce473f960910291338r2eee8095reb30fc7ca70959c3@mail.gmail.com>

Back in the early eighties I remember that Mobil ran a test with a
truck line using Delvac-1 (diesel eq to Mobil-1). They did change the
filter per mfr specs, but did not change the oil, Only made up what
was lost during the change. I lost track, but I remember that at
250,000 miles the oil still tested within spec for the oil. Following
that lead, I began to change oil once a year, but change the filter
every 3,000 miles (an easy thing to do in a Camry.) Put 189,000 on the
car with never a miss. AFAIK, the car is still running today. On my
next Camry, I did the same thing. At about 80,000 miles there was a
factory recall on the engine regarding an oil jelling (whatever that
is) problem. The mechanic told me that it was one of the cleanest
engines he had ever seen before I told him about my maintenance
routine. I have just started the same routine on my Avalon. BTW, the
Avalon uses a cartridge filter like our Healeys. I can't speak for
mineral oils, but I'm a fan of Mobil-1. Use it in my mower, too. Put
it in, don't plan to ever change it. No financial int.

Bob Johnson
BJ8

From healeydriver1 at gmail.com  Thu Oct 29 14:55:11 2009
From: healeydriver1 at gmail.com (R Phillips)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:55:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
Message-ID: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>

Following the thread on oil changes, I wondered if anyone has published (or
can tell me) what an annual lubrication, oil, grease, etc schedule should
include.  I just had my generator rebuilt and only then found the oil hole.
Any advice would be appreciated.

Ric
'65 BJ8

From Healey100M at gmail.com  Thu Oct 29 15:13:31 2009
From: Healey100M at gmail.com (Randy Hicks)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:13:31 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
In-Reply-To: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <9978EA45-FCF3-47C9-9B51-6772B1E3DA55@gmail.com>

Ric, do you have an owners manual?   A "healeydriver" should have  
one!  :-)

I had one before I actually took procession of my first Healey.

I can hear Ed now!  :-)

Randy

Randy Hicks
'56 100M
'55 BN1 Dealer LeMans
'62 BN7 MkII
'65 BJ8
'53 MGTD
Healey100M at gmail.com




On Oct 29, 2009, at 5:55 PM, R Phillips wrote:

> Following the thread on oil changes, I wondered if anyone has  
> published (or
> can tell me) what an annual lubrication, oil, grease, etc schedule  
> should
> include.  I just had my generator rebuilt and only then found the  
> oil hole.
> Any advice would be appreciated.
>
> Ric
> '65 BJ8
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From ahbn6 at verizon.net  Thu Oct 29 15:15:13 2009
From: ahbn6 at verizon.net (John Sims)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:15:13 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
In-Reply-To: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <015901ca58e5$49b82380$dd286a80$@net>

A complete listing of all lubrication points and what type of oil/grease to
use is in the workshop manual.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
http://www.healey6.com


-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of R Phillips
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 5:55 PM
To: healeys at autox.team.net
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication

Following the thread on oil changes, I wondered if anyone has published (or
can tell me) what an annual lubrication, oil, grease, etc schedule should
include.  I just had my generator rebuilt and only then found the oil hole.
Any advice would be appreciated.

Ric
'65 BJ8
_______________________________________________

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Thu Oct 29 15:22:11 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:22:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
Message-ID: <002301ca58e6$42d2bcf0$4001a8c0@markl946cfrd7q>

That puppy should pull at least 10 grand at the auction.   Good Luck, 
Mark


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dan Stromquist" <dan at warner-associates.com>
To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 1:44 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency


>I just had to hit the list with this one.  My partner gave me his old 1979
> Toro lawn mower with a 3.5 Briggs & Stratton in it and since it appeared 
> in
> better shape then mine I changed out the diaphragm, soaked the crab and
> tank, put in a new plug, and changed the oil which was real black. 
> Started
> up and runs like new.  So today I asked him about the dirty oil and he 
> said
> it was the original oil in it never changed from new.  Engine runs great
> with lots of power and no smoke.
>
> Dan
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From sales at justbrits.com  Thu Oct 29 15:31:51 2009
From: sales at justbrits.com (Sales at " Just Brits ")
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:31:51 -0500
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Relays for Lighting System
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10910291207h53023217sdd4c55384685b500@mail.gmail.com>
References: <c95.4fee76a8.381b1d9f@aol.com>
	<1994662761.2000041256842634556.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>
	<a3b984e10910291207h53023217sdd4c55384685b500@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AEA17D7.4080604@justbrits.com>

/oewBVM: Permission denied

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct 29 15:46:01 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:46:01 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <80D254AE20C34C889FB46C75CF2F4659@oscar>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
	<4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl> <80D254AE20C34C889FB46C75CF2F4659@oscar>
Message-ID: <4AEA1B29.9080108@chello.nl>

May be in modern cars, however I doubt if it will show on the testing 
equipment, but certainly not in the old barges we are driving.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Dave Porter schreef:
> FYI:
> If your vehicle is required to pass emission testing, then regular changes
> will help you pass. Old oil will absorb hydrocarbons and will show in
> combustion residue.
> Dave
>
>
> frogeye at porterscustom.com
>
> Porter Customs   2909 Arno NE
> Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
> 505-352-1378
> 1954 BN2  1959 AN5
> Porter Custom Bicycles

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct 29 15:53:43 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:53:43 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <011501ca58c7$cfcdfd00$6f69f700$@net>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
	<4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl> <011501ca58c7$cfcdfd00$6f69f700$@net>
Message-ID: <4AEA1CF7.5010004@chello.nl>

I could be mistaken ,but I think there are some cars requireing an oil 
change every 30.000km or even more.
Before I retired a couple of years ago I drove between 20.000 and 
35.000miles a year in a lot of stop and go traffic. Still I always 
change(d) oil only once a year. Always passed the annual MOT incl. 
emission test. Mostly put 300.000 plus miles on a car, but never have 
had a worn engine. usually the bodywork gave up.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

John Sims schreef:
> I have often wondered about that. Years ago, it was recommended to change
> every 1,000 miles. Now new car manufacturers recommend every 7,500. But, the
> quick change guys such as Jiffy Lube still put stickers on your car saying
> to change every 3,000 miles. Since the car manufacturer holds my 10 year
> 100,000 mile power train warranty, I am following his directions. Now, with
> an older engine, who really knows?
>
> John Sims, BN6
> Aberdeen, NJ

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct 29 16:12:35 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:12:35 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10910291204o26684ff7ob90321a7da89cf7e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>	
	<4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>
	<a3b984e10910291204o26684ff7ob90321a7da89cf7e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AEA2163.5070201@chello.nl>

Plugging up the PVC valve is lack of maintainance, not neccesarily due 
to extending oil change intervals. Sludge is something that probably 
happened during the change over to lead free petrol. Never came accros 
it myself.  Most residues in the oil, like water and petrol will boil of 
when the engine heats up once in a while if you take it on a fast 
motorway spin of say 50miles. Less oil changes does not mean that you 
should neglect the engine in all departments. You still have to check 
the fluid levels and the proper working of the thing.
Mind you, I am personally not in favor of not changing oil at all. I 
simply do not want to take the risk, but on all my cars since the 
sixty's I have changed oil once a year, just before the winter most of 
the time, after 2000miles or 35.000 miles. Often I also changed the oil 
in the gearbox as there is no filter and small metal parts may float 
around in it. The cars did high milages but none of the engines showed 
noticable wear, except a Triumph Spifire that started using a pint every 
250miles or so.
Kees Oudesluijs


Richard Ewald schreef:
> Well my day job is that of a service manager at a good sized card 
> dealership.  Call an oil change an attitude rather than a necessity 
> would be something that only someone that is clueless would say.  I 
> see the results on a daily basis of the results of no or extended oil 
> changes and the results of regular oil changes. 
> Change your oil every 7,500 miles like the factory says?  Engine runs 
> damn near forever with little or no problems.  Start stretching those 
> intervals to 10,000 miles?  PCV system will get plugged up, or the 
> engine will get sludged.  Both are expensive but not necessarily fatal 
> problems.  Do 1 oil change or less in 30,000 miles, and you will be 
> spending your kids inheritance on a new engine.  Also if the car is 
> under warranty it won't be when you cannot supply proof of the 
> required oil changes.
> Please note, I am not one of those every 3,000 miles lube it or lose 
> it yahoos.  I believe in following the factory recommendations for the 
> most part.
>
> Comparing a lawnmower engine to a modern car engine is a bit of a 
> fallacy to say the least.  My daily driver probably puts more hours on 
> the clock in 2 weeks than most people's lawnmowers do in a year.
>
> Also Kees, you may not be aware of it, but engine oils in Europe meet 
> a different (and stricter) guideline than engine oils here in the US. 
>  So looking at oils in Europe and Oil here in the US is not exactly an 
> apples to apples comparison.
>
> Rick
>
>
>
>
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From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Thu Oct 29 16:29:05 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:29:05 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <4AEA1B29.9080108@chello.nl>
Message-ID: <472484.2406.qm@web83303.mail.sp1.yahoo.com>

When my oil is dirty I change it , need or not ... Norman Nock

--- On Thu, 10/29/09, Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl> wrote:

From: Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
To: "Dave Porter" <frogeye at porterscustom.com>
Cc: healeys at autox.team.net
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2009, 3:46 PM

May be in modern cars, however I doubt if it will show on the testing
equipment, but certainly not in the old barges we are driving.
Kees Oudesluijs
NL

Dave Porter schreef:
> FYI:
> If your vehicle is required to pass emission testing, then regular changes
> will help you pass. Old oil will absorb hydrocarbons and will show in
> combustion residue.
> Dave
>
>
> frogeye at porterscustom.com
>
> Porter Customs   2909 Arno NE
> Albuquerque, NM USA 87107
> 505-352-1378
> 1954 BN2  1959 AN5
> Porter Custom Bicycles
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From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Thu Oct 29 16:32:39 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:32:39 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
In-Reply-To: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>
References: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AEA2617.2010407@chello.nl>

Hard to tell, should be mentioned in a WSM or handbook for most classic 
cars, but use your grease gun regularly, say every 6 months as the 
grease may harden (suspension parts, drive shaft universal joints and 
sliding yoke, water pump, shifting gear). Put a drop of thin oil on the 
pivots of the distributor and on the felt pad under the rotor regularly, 
lubricate the dynamo and sometimes starter motor regularly with thin 
oil. Put some oil on the moving parts of the carbs, do not forget the 
cables for choke, speedo, tacho and the drives. Apply some oil to all 
hinges. Use graphite or molibdeensulfide powder in the lockbarrels and 
lockmechanisms etc. Undoubtetly there are many more items. All that 
moves needs lubrication.
The given intervals in a manualare rather meaningless. Check and rectify 
when neccesary.
Kees Oudesluijs



R Phillips schreef:
> Following the thread on oil changes, I wondered if anyone has published (or
> can tell me) what an annual lubrication, oil, grease, etc schedule should
> include.  I just had my generator rebuilt and only then found the oil hole.
> Any advice would be appreciated.
>
> Ric
> '65 BJ8

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Thu Oct 29 16:43:10 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:43:10 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <4AEA1CF7.5010004@chello.nl>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>
	<4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl> <011501ca58c7$cfcdfd00$6f69f700$@net> 
Message-ID: <BAY112-W7EBF5DD51C2C2704C9065B8B70@phx.gbl>

BMW has some long period like this.  Then a light comes on to remind you to
change your oil and you have to remortgage your house to buy the filter.  I
only know this because I asked about a used car that I saw.  I might be
exaggerating about the remortgaging part ... :)




> Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:53:43 +0100
>
> I could be mistaken ,but I think there are some cars requireing an oil
> change every 30.000km or even more.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL

From Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au  Thu Oct 29 16:56:12 2009
From: Patrick.Quinn at det.nsw.edu.au (Quinn, Patrick)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:56:12 +1100
Subject: [Healeys] Smashed Austin-Healey
Message-ID: <7CC8DE1FCD8B36409FF7FB3E4C85DDFA038F3F9392@SLPPEXCCR02.central.det.win>

G'day

Anything to avoid doing a little work I went to the website of the Sydney
Morning Herald and came across a video on what's called an Australian Survival
Car. I vaguely recall this car from the time so I thought a little diversion
would be of interest.

After waiting for the Land Rover ad to finish, up came the video and yes it is
the car I remember. A little ways into the video it shows accident scenes and
about 20secs in it shows some poor bloke being cut out of an Austin-Healey. I
have never seen this before. The car is RHD and I would say was in Australia.
Don't know if the bloke was mort or not.

Anyway the link is below.

http://media.drive.com.au/cars/car-news/the-australian-survival-car-807668.ht
ml?s_rid=smh:rainbowstrip:content1:29-10:aussafetyvid-172

Hoo Roo

Patrick Quinn

Sydney, Australia

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From jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au  Thu Oct 29 17:00:58 2009
From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au (John Rowe)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:00:58 +1000
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W7EBF5DD51C2C2704C9065B8B70@phx.gbl>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM><4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>
	<011501ca58c7$cfcdfd00$6f69f700$@net> 
	<BAY112-W7EBF5DD51C2C2704C9065B8B70@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <E1F9D477CC304C77BEF325CC13B15E23@Johnlaptop>

That seems strange.I have a 2007 BMWwhich tells when you need an oil change 
20,000-25000kms depending upon type of driving. Runs a fully synthetic 
longlife oil and costs about 50% or less than a Toyota to service by the 
dealers
Oil and filters are cheap.Not worth the risk. Dump it regularly and be safe

John Rowe Qld Australia
BN1BT7

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
To: "Healeys" <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, October 30, 2009 9:43 AM
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency


> BMW has some long period like this.  Then a light comes on to remind you 
> to
> change your oil and you have to remortgage your house to buy the filter. 
> I
> only know this because I asked about a used car that I saw.  I might be
> exaggerating about the remortgaging part ... :)

From richard.ewald at gmail.com  Thu Oct 29 19:44:54 2009
From: richard.ewald at gmail.com (Richard Ewald)
Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:44:54 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
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The only maintenance for the PCV system on the cars I work on is

Wait for it

Are you ready for this?

Changing the oil.
The systems are engineered into the design of the engine and have no
serviceable parts.  Assuming the owner changes the oil, they don't need
service.  Extend the oil change intervals too far and the system gets
clogged from burnt oil vapors which build up and plug the entire system.
When this happens, the entire system has to be changed.  In extreme cases,
the oil pan has to come off to clean the passages inside the block.

The change over from leaded gas happened in 1975, sludging is a problem that
cropped up in the last 3-5 years.  Sludging is not related to leaded gas in
the least.  Last I heard it was more of a cold weather issue, than a warm
weather issue (I'm In Los Angeles, so I don't follow the cold weather stuff
to closely)  Do a Google search on Toyota +sludge if you want to learn more.
Rick

On Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 4:12 PM, Oudesluys <coudesluijs at chello.nl> wrote:

> Plugging up the PVC valve is lack of maintainance, not neccesarily due to
> extending oil change intervals. Sludge is something that probably happened
> during the change over to lead free petrol. Never came accros it myself.
> Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
>
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From writeian at aol.com  Thu Oct 29 21:11:33 2009
From: writeian at aol.com (writeian at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:11:33 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
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I 2nd-motion Elder-Master Norm's Rule-Of-Thumb:
When the oil is dirty, i.e, when I cannot see the dipstick thru the oil, I
change it.  Period.

KentuckIan
Master Technician

=

From healeymanjim at hansencc.net  Thu Oct 29 21:15:47 2009
From: healeymanjim at hansencc.net (healeymanjim at hansencc.net)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:15:47 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] =?iso-8859-1?q?oil_changes?=
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when i was in high school back in the fifties, my buddies and i drove old junkers from the 30s and 40s. we never changed oil that i can remember and always added used oil that we got from diesel logging trucks after their changes.  threw a rod every once and a while, but no big deal.  chevy motors were about 10 bucks and fords about 15.  the money we saved went for cigarettes, whiskey and wild, wild women (we stole the gas).

From healey.nut at gmail.com  Thu Oct 29 23:26:36 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:26:36 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
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My father (a pilot who flew from 1944 to 1980, type-rated in 41 different
aircraft) told me that with the radial motors they typically never flushed
the motor and didn't change oil between overhauls.  Of course most of these
motors leaked like crazy so they did fill up with new oil all the time.
Apparently the motors were designed to work with a certain level of sludge
buildup and if you cleaned it out you would lose power and efficiency.

My brother had a 1988 Honda Accord which he never changed the dealer oil and
sold the car 10 years later after he put about 150K miles on it.  No damage
to the motor....  Oil was BLACK.

Alan

'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8


On Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 10:44 AM, Richard Ewald <richard.ewald at gmail.com>wrote:

> The only maintenance for the PCV system on the cars I work on is
>
> Wait for it
>
> Are you ready for this?
>
> Changing the oil.
> The systems are engineered into the design of the engine and have no
> serviceable parts.  Assuming the owner changes the oil, they don't need
> service.  Extend the oil change intervals too far and the system gets
> clogged from burnt oil vapors which build up and plug the entire system.
> When this happens, the entire system has to be changed.  In extreme cases,
> the oil pan has to come off to clean the passages inside the block.
>
> The change over from leaded gas happened in 1975, sludging is a problem
> that
> cropped up in the last 3-5 years.  Sludging is not related to leaded gas in
> the least.  Last I heard it was more of a cold weather issue, than a warm
> weather issue (I'm In Los Angeles, so I don't follow the cold weather stuff
> to closely)  Do a Google search on Toyota +sludge if you want to learn
> more.
> Rick

From lapierrem at sbcglobal.net  Fri Oct 30 02:32:25 2009
From: lapierrem at sbcglobal.net (Mark LaPierre)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:32:25 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
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All handbooks and manuals have these lists available.   My old Clymer manual 
even points out
the generator oil hole and so does my Haynes manual for that matter.    What 
manuals
do you have Ric?

Mark

----- Original Message ----- 
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To: <healeys at autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 5:55 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication


> Following the thread on oil changes, I wondered if anyone has published 
> (or
> can tell me) what an annual lubrication, oil, grease, etc schedule should
> include.  I just had my generator rebuilt and only then found the oil 
> hole.
> Any advice would be appreciated.
>
> Ric
> '65 BJ8
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From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Fri Oct 30 05:28:45 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:28:45 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
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So, how much does a filter cost?



( I didn't buy the car, so I don't know. )

> From: jkrowe46 at bigpond.net.au
>
> That seems strange.I have a 2007 BMWwhich tells when you need an oil change
> 20,000-25000kms depending upon type of driving. Runs a fully synthetic
> longlife oil and costs about 50% or less than a Toyota to service by the
> dealers
> Oil and filters are cheap.Not worth the risk. Dump it regularly and be safe
>
> John Rowe Qld Australia
> BN1BT7
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <robertduquette at sympatico.ca>
>
> > BMW has some long period like this. Then a light comes on to remind you
> > to
> > change your oil and you have to remortgage your house to buy the filter.
> > I
> > only know this because I asked about a used car that I saw. I might be
> > exaggerating about the remortgaging part ... :)

From ah at jharper.demon.co.uk  Fri Oct 30 07:07:29 2009
From: ah at jharper.demon.co.uk (John Harper)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:07:29 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Trany Noise Question
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Mark

Did you by any chance separate the drive shaft by sliding it off the 
splines? If you did it is possible to get the drive shaft out of phase. 
To be correct there are two small pointers on the fixed and sliding part 
that need to be lined up. If the drive shaft is out of phase it will 
give an irregular drive as it rotates which is possibly what you are 
feeling in the overdrive.

Regards

>This is no doubt a very tough question to answer but any ideas would be
>appreciated.
>
>Rebuilt, 28% O/D transmission.   Everything works well,   However.
>
>I am getting a noticeable clunk, clunk, clunk coming from the O/D unit as I am
>test
>driving the car with the trany tunnel off.    I can put my hand on the O/D
>unit and feel
>the noise as I am driving.   I hear/feel the noise in all gears and when in
>neutral and
>when the O/D is engaged or not engaged.
>
>The noise starts at about 20 to 25 MPH and gets more rapid as the speed
>increases.
>I removed the speedo cable, still have the noise.    I removed the speedo
>cable drive
>pinion from the O/D unit and capped it off,  still had the noise.
>
>I haven't totally cancelled out the new U-joint but it sure feels like its
>coming from the OD unit.
>

-- 
John Harper

From tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl  Fri Oct 30 12:36:48 2009
From: tadeusz.malkiewicz at plusnet.pl (Tadeusz Malkiewicz)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:36:48 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] HF1748 Horns
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Message-ID: <FC3C09B1887D42A2A715379A22660CE3@tm>

I contacted Lynn Isaac, about the horns, and here is what I found out:

- the Diaphragm is available from him
- screws are 1/4" BSF thread & you can get in Stainless steel fm Dave
Middleton 01924 470807


Best, Tadek

From mgcharlie at comcast.net  Fri Oct 30 13:39:43 2009
From: mgcharlie at comcast.net (Charlie Baldwin)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:39:43 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Poster
Message-ID: <4AEB4F0F.2090306@comcast.net>

Can anyone tell me how to get a copy of the Healeys Return to Bonneville 
poster?
Thanks.
Charlie

[demime 1.01d removed an attachment of type text/x-vcard which had a name of mgcharlie.vcf]

From sjnnock at sbcglobal.net  Fri Oct 30 16:03:37 2009
From: sjnnock at sbcglobal.net (Norman Nock)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:03:37 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Healeys] detergent oils shell X100
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Detergent oil came on the market in the late 40's   oil filters started to
come on engines just after that ... in those early days I have removed valve
covers and push rod covers and there was so much sludge it covered the rocker
arms and the push rods ... If the then new shell X100 detergent oil was put in
 " The sh_t hit the fan " to solve the problem the valve cover , push rod
cover  and oil pan was removed and it all got steam cleaned ... Thats how was
... Norman Nock

From medlabinc at msn.com  Fri Oct 30 17:56:13 2009
From: medlabinc at msn.com (Dick Matson)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:56:13 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  detergent oils shell X100
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I've seen junk yard cars like that too in my earlier days.  So much sludge in
there the mass was almost the shape of the valve cover.  It made such an
impression on me then I have changed oil to this day to keep it clean.  Maybe
I don't have to anymore and the time has come to go greener I guess.

Dick Matson / Bj8
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Detergent oil came on the market in the late 40's   oil filters started to
come on engines just after that ... in those early days I have removed valve
covers and push rod covers and there was so much sludge it covered the rocker
arms and the push rods ... If the then new shell X100 detergent oil was put
in
 " The sh_t hit the fan " to solve the problem the valve cover , push rod
cover  and oil pan was removed and it all got steam cleaned ... Thats how was
... Norman Nock
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From medlabinc at msn.com  Fri Oct 30 17:57:38 2009
From: medlabinc at msn.com (Dick Matson)
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:57:38 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fw:  detergent oils shell X100
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I've seen junk yard cars like that too in my earlier days.  So much sludge in
there the mass was almost the shape of the valve cover.  It made such an
impression on me then I have changed oil to this day to keep it clean.  Maybe
I don't have to anymore and the time has come to go greener I guess.

Dick Matson / Bj8
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Sent: Friday, October 30, 2009 4:03 PM
Subject: [Healeys] detergent oils shell X100


Detergent oil came on the market in the late 40's   oil filters started to
come on engines just after that ... in those early days I have removed valve
covers and push rod covers and there was so much sludge it covered the rocker
arms and the push rods ... If the then new shell X100 detergent oil was put
in
 " The sh_t hit the fan " to solve the problem the valve cover , push rod
cover  and oil pan was removed and it all got steam cleaned ... Thats how was
... Norman Nock

From ah at jharper.demon.co.uk  Sat Oct 31 00:55:04 2009
From: ah at jharper.demon.co.uk (John Harper)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:55:04 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
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Kees



>Hard to tell, should be mentioned in a WSM or handbook for most classic 
>cars, but use your grease gun regularly, say every 6 months as the 
>grease may harden (suspension parts, drive shaft universal joints and 
>sliding yoke, water pump, shifting gear). Put a drop of thin oil on the 
>pivots of the distributor and on the felt pad under the rotor 
>regularly, lubricate the dynamo and sometimes starter motor regularly 
>with thin oil. Put some oil on the moving parts of the carbs,

Just one comment. Do not lubricate the bell crank pivot on the 100. The 
pivot pin is directly screwed into the exhaust manifold and gets very 
hot. If oiled this will turn into a deposit and gum up the movement. The 
throttle may then not close when it should. You might just yet a high 
'tick over' but worse you might not be able to stop the car as quickly 
as you would like. This pivot should be left dry. It has as special 
liner in the bell crank that runs on the stainless steel pivot.

Regards

>do not forget the cables for choke, speedo, tacho and the drives. Apply 
>some oil to all hinges. Use graphite or molibdeensulfide powder in the 
>lockbarrels and lockmechanisms etc. Undoubtetly there are many more 
>items. All that moves needs lubrication.
>The given intervals in a manualare rather meaningless. Check and 
>rectify when neccesary.
>Kees Oudesluijs
>
>
>
>R Phillips schreef:
>> Following the thread on oil changes, I wondered if anyone has published (or
>> can tell me) what an annual lubrication, oil, grease, etc schedule should
>> include.  I just had my generator rebuilt and only then found the oil hole.
>> Any advice would be appreciated.
>>
>> Ric
>> '65 BJ8
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From healey.nut at gmail.com  Sat Oct 31 03:00:20 2009
From: healey.nut at gmail.com (Alan Seigrist)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 18:00:20 +0800
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
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> John -
>
> The carb linkage bellcrank pivot isn't stainless steel.  Do you know where
> to get ones made in SS?  As far as I know you can only get normal steel ones
> from the usual vendors.
>
> One trick here on lubricating this pivot - normally John's recommendation
> is the correct way, but you can use a little hi-temp anti-seize lubricant
> (such as Permatex) which will last the life of the car, keep it from
> rusting, and lubricate its movement.  This stuff is normally used in
> corrosive environments (typically high temp steam piping or marine), but it
> is good stuff.
>
>
> http://www.permatex.com/products/Automotive/lubricants/specialty_lubricants/Permatex_Anti-Seize_Lubricant_a.htm
>
> Alan
>
> '52 A90
> '53 BN1
> '59 Jag Mk IX
> '64 BJ8

From healeydriver1 at gmail.com  Sat Oct 31 05:13:11 2009
From: healeydriver1 at gmail.com (R Phillips)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:13:11 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Pump
Message-ID: <6ea3ee9e0910310513l550bed83xda789ca19897870a@mail.gmail.com>

Now that I've come to terms with my SU carbs, I'm turning my attention to
the SU fuel pump.  Recently I was driving (65 BJ8) in 90 degree weather.The
car was running smoothly, water temp never over 170.  As I coasted to a
light, it just stopped running.  The fuel pump was ticking like an angry
hornet. And yes there was plenty of gas in the tank.  After a  few seconds
it started back up and ran fine the rest of the way home.  While I know this
could be any number of things, my working assumption is the fuel pump is
starting to get temperamental.  And if I'm wrong, I'm sure it will
eventually.  So:
1. Can they/should they be rebuilt or just replaced?
2. Anyone make an electronic version?
3. How much gas will I dump on my garage floor when I change it out?

Sorry if all this seems basic.  I finally have the time (recently retired)
and want to begin to take responsibility for the maintenance of this
wonderful automobile.

Ric
'65 BJ8

From pieters at pt.lu  Sat Oct 31 05:50:50 2009
From: pieters at pt.lu (Pieter and Linda)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 13:50:50 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Pump
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Ric,
  I would hazard a guess that sludge in your petrol tank is your  
problem. The pick up is at the front of the tank and as you slowed for  
the light the sludge moved forward and blocked the pick up filter. The  
pump became noisy as it was running dry. If you switched it off the  
sludge would settle away from the filter and all goes back to normal  
until the next time. A good tank flush is quicker and cheaper than a  
new pump :)
cheers
Pieter
On 31/10/2009, at 1:13 PM, R Phillips wrote:

> Now that I've come to terms with my SU carbs, I'm turning my  
> attention to
> the SU fuel pump.  Recently I was driving (65 BJ8) in 90 degree  
> weather.The
> car was running smoothly, water temp never over 170.  As I coasted  
> to a
> light, it just stopped running.  The fuel pump was ticking like an  
> angry
> hornet. And yes there was plenty of gas in the tank.  After a  few  
> seconds
> it started back up and ran fine the rest of the way home.  While I  
> know this
> could be any number of things, my working assumption is the fuel  
> pump is
> starting to get temperamental.  And if I'm wrong, I'm sure it will
> eventually.  So:
> 1. Can they/should they be rebuilt or just replaced?
> 2. Anyone make an electronic version?
> 3. How much gas will I dump on my garage floor when I change it out?
>
> Sorry if all this seems basic.  I finally have the time (recently  
> retired)
> and want to begin to take responsibility for the maintenance of this
> wonderful automobile.
>
> Ric
> '65 BJ8
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From ah at jharper.demon.co.uk  Sat Oct 31 06:02:15 2009
From: ah at jharper.demon.co.uk (John Harper)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 13:02:15 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
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Alan

If they are not stainless steel then the metal must be something very
similar. I have just checked four spare manifolds; a couple from
Atlantics but you will know that they are the same. All are originals
and must be around 55 years old. None show any significant corrosion and
are still bright and shiny if lightly polished.

If they are not stainless steel then what is the metal likely to be?

If vendors are selling pivots made of mild steel then they are in my
view selling an inferior product.

Regards

>The carb linkage bellcrank pivot isn't stainless steel.  Do you know where
to
>get ones made in SS?  As far as I know you can only get normal steel ones
>from the usual vendors.
>

--
John Harper

From tahoehealey at hotmail.com  Sat Oct 31 08:57:03 2009
From: tahoehealey at hotmail.com (Richard Kahn)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:57:03 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Pump
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Get it repaired if it is defective. About one week down time. I bought a new
one from Moss and carry the rebuilt as a spare on long trips. Little fuel
comes out when pump is removed. If it is ticking, check the floats and filter
if you have one.
Rich Kahn

> Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:13:11 -0400
> From: healeydriver1 at gmail.com
> To: healeys at autox.team.net
> Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Pump
>
> Now that I've come to terms with my SU carbs, I'm turning my attention to
> the SU fuel pump.  Recently I was driving (65 BJ8) in 90 degree weather.The
> car was running smoothly, water temp never over 170.  As I coasted to a
> light, it just stopped running.  The fuel pump was ticking like an angry
> hornet. And yes there was plenty of gas in the tank.  After a  few seconds
> it started back up and ran fine the rest of the way home.  While I know
this
> could be any number of things, my working assumption is the fuel pump is
> starting to get temperamental.  And if I'm wrong, I'm sure it will
> eventually.  So:
> 1. Can they/should they be rebuilt or just replaced?
> 2. Anyone make an electronic version?
> 3. How much gas will I dump on my garage floor when I change it out?
>
> Sorry if all this seems basic.  I finally have the time (recently retired)
> and want to begin to take responsibility for the maintenance of this
> wonderful automobile.
>
> Ric
> '65 BJ8
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From bspidell at comcast.net  Sat Oct 31 10:45:09 2009
From: bspidell at comcast.net (Bob Spidell)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:45:09 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Pump
In-Reply-To: <6ea3ee9e0910310513l550bed83xda789ca19897870a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <31268732.2705811257011109658.JavaMail.root@sz0054a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>

SU fuel pumps, in my experience--have several I've rebuilt several times--fail by becoming intermittent then quitting altogether. Ticking wildly is usually an air leak or, as someone suggested, a blockage on the inlet side. 

If you plan on taking any long road trips do yourself a favor; install an electronic SU pump, and keep your points pump as a spare (rebuild if necessary). Moss and others sell the SU electronic, about $140 last I checked. Well worth it. 

You shouldn't spill more than a couple teaspoons of gas when you remove a pump. Make sure the battery is disconnected to remove any possibility of a spark. 


bs 

-------------------------------- 
Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "R Phillips" <healeydriver1 at gmail.com> 
To: healeys at autox.team.net 
Sent: Saturday, October 31, 2009 5:13:11 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific 
Subject: [Healeys] Fuel Pump 

Now that I've come to terms with my SU carbs, I'm turning my attention to 
the SU fuel pump. Recently I was driving (65 BJ8) in 90 degree weather.The 
car was running smoothly, water temp never over 170. As I coasted to a 
light, it just stopped running. The fuel pump was ticking like an angry 
hornet. And yes there was plenty of gas in the tank. After a few seconds 
it started back up and ran fine the rest of the way home. While I know this 
could be any number of things, my working assumption is the fuel pump is 
starting to get temperamental. And if I'm wrong, I'm sure it will 
eventually. So: 
1. Can they/should they be rebuilt or just replaced? 
2. Anyone make an electronic version? 
3. How much gas will I dump on my garage floor when I change it out? 

Sorry if all this seems basic. I finally have the time (recently retired) 
and want to begin to take responsibility for the maintenance of this 
wonderful automobile. 

Ric 
'65 BJ8 
_______________________________________________ 

From jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net  Sat Oct 31 11:11:45 2009
From: jmsdarch at sbcglobal.net (john spaur)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:11:45 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] Asbestos plate heat insulation repair?
In-Reply-To: <C70DB690.35E2%tjmorrio@colby.edu>
References: <C70DB690.35E2%tjmorrio@colby.edu>
Message-ID: <6.2.3.4.2.20091031110943.0202eee0@pop.att.yahoo.com>

Tom,

You can wipe them with solvent but don't get them too wet. In 
addition you can use a propane torch to burn off oil and grease. They 
are asbestos, of course, and can take quite a bit of heat. I have 
never tried gluing them.

John

At 08:51 AM 10/28/2009 -0400, Thomas Morrione wrote:
>Dear listers,
>
>The other shields that I have are in good shape but dirty/greased up a bit.
>Any suggestions on cleaning them? Might it be possible to paint them with
>white engine paint to spruce them up?
>
>
>Tom
>BJ865
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From mkgoodman at att.net  Sat Oct 31 14:41:09 2009
From: mkgoodman at att.net (Mark Goodman)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:41:09 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] SU FUEL PUMPS
Message-ID: <000001ca5a72$dd32b560$97982020$@net>

Dear Ric,

 

I suggest that you contact David Dubois
http://homepages.donobi.net/sufuelpumps/index.html  or email
sufuelpumps at donobi.net to have your SU Pump rebuilt.  He does an excellent
job and the end result is extremely reliable and rebuilt much better than
original.  I have had him rebuild mine and am completely satisfied.  I
believe that he has developed an optically operated version that will be
extremely reliable.   

 

     Mark Goodman

     66BJ8 35503

www.austinhealeyessence.com

From robertduquette at sympatico.ca  Sat Oct 31 15:26:57 2009
From: robertduquette at sympatico.ca (robertduquette at sympatico.ca)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:26:57 +0000
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication
In-Reply-To: <5VuGt8IXVD7KFwdy@jharper.demon.co.uk>
References: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>
	<4AEA2617.2010407@chello.nl> <jaMwOUDY1+6KFwHs@jharper.demon.co.uk>
Message-ID: <BAY112-W42690F3C0B6EB3BDB164FFB8B50@phx.gbl>

While we're on the subject ... about the water pump ...



It says to add oil "sparingly".  How sparingly?  I added 'some' oil. Maybe
more than sparingly.  'Then' I looked at an exploded diagram of the water pump
and there doesn't appear to be a seal in front.



Also, it says, if dismantling, to centre the front bearing before removing it.
What?  :)  Is this thing floating around somehow inside the opening?

From coudesluijs at chello.nl  Sat Oct 31 15:38:00 2009
From: coudesluijs at chello.nl (Oudesluys)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 23:38:00 +0100
Subject: [Healeys] Oil Change Frequency
In-Reply-To: <a3b984e10910291944n24f3fcb7xdd28055d0152e14a@mail.gmail.com>
References: <DF7903EB790346139A888072923F8A91@DANSTROM>	
	<4AE9DCB0.8040902@chello.nl>	
	<a3b984e10910291204o26684ff7ob90321a7da89cf7e@mail.gmail.com>	
	<4AEA2163.5070201@chello.nl>
	<a3b984e10910291944n24f3fcb7xdd28055d0152e14a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <4AECBC48.60100@chello.nl>

That may only be so on some modern cars, but not all. Plenty of EU and 
Japanese cars that have a system that can be cleaned out, however 
sometimes you do have to take some trouble to find out how though. This 
is usually conveniently overlooked by the service dealers (similar to 
forgetting to change the fuel filter and still charging you for it). Not 
cleaning the PVC hardly ever leads to trouble though (at least in EU), 
even after very high milages. Sometimes extra oil consumption can occur 
in extreme cases.
On older cars, and that is were our interrest is, the crankcase 
breathing system can always be serviced by rinsing in petrol, burning 
using a blow torch, using compressed air, replacing a filter, cleaning 
or replacing a rubber valve etc. Often there is no servicing neccesary 
at all as on many occasions it  is a straight connection from either 
crankcase or valvecover  to plenum or intake manifold with only some 
fairly crude device in the block or valve cover to prevent oil droplets 
to enter the system.
Sludging in EU was a problem about15-20years ago, when unleaded petrol 
was introduced, but has not been an issue for a long time since.
Kees Oudesluijs

> The only maintenance for the PCV system on the cars I work on is 
> Changing the oil.
> The systems are engineered into the design of the engine and have no 
> serviceable parts.  Assuming the owner changes the oil, they don't 
> need service.  Extend the oil change intervals too far and the system 
> gets clogged from burnt oil vapors which build up and plug the entire 
> system.  When this happens, the entire system has to be changed.  In 
> extreme cases, the oil pan has to come off to clean the passages 
> inside the block.
>
> The change over from leaded gas happened in 1975, sludging is a 
> problem that cropped up in the last 3-5 years.  Sludging is not 
> related to leaded gas in the least.  Last I heard it was more of a 
> cold weather issue, than a warm weather issue............. 
> Rick

From eyera3 at gmail.com  Sat Oct 31 16:02:20 2009
From: eyera3 at gmail.com (I Erbs)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 16:02:20 -0700
Subject: [Healeys] su pump article
Message-ID: <173126440910311602k6f55c5cficee572ebfb6f602f@mail.gmail.com>

For those of you who requested the article on rebuilding a SU fuel pump I
finally scanned it and have sent  them to John Simms for posting on his
wonderful site.
Please a bit more patient for him to add it to his site. I also included an
article on troubleshooting a Lucas Distributor.
They came from a great magazine previously noted as Classic car Monthly

-cheers-
I Erbs
Portland, OR
59 BT7
after only 35 years I am finnally getting the rust repaired, painted and get
the interior finished......But hey It runs great. Total mechanical rebuild
completed

From rchaskell at earthlink.net  Sat Oct 31 17:17:58 2009
From: rchaskell at earthlink.net (Bob Haskell)
Date: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:17:58 -0400
Subject: [Healeys] Lubrication - water pump
In-Reply-To: <BAY112-W42690F3C0B6EB3BDB164FFB8B50@phx.gbl>
References: <6ea3ee9e0910291455q2fa74be7k9e8216629f68017e@mail.gmail.com>
	<4AEA2617.2010407@chello.nl> <jaMwOUDY1+6KFwHs@jharper.demon.co.uk>
	<BAY112-W42690F3C0B6EB3BDB164FFB8B50@phx.gbl>
Message-ID: <4AECD3B6.30205@earthlink.net>

Robert,

The early pumps with the bolt-on pulley have two deep row ball bearings, 
one at the front and one at the 'rear'.  They fit snugly in the bore of 
the pump housing and there's a distance piece between them on the shaft. 
  So they're not floating.  The bore in the housing between the bearings 
is bigger.  The rear bearing is pushed out through the front of the 
body.  When it's pressed out of the rear bearing bore into the center 
cavity it may get cocked when it hits the front bearing bore.  Just need 
to make sure it's centered before pressing it out.  The factory tool had 
a bushing that piloted on the front bearing bore to keep the 
tool/bearing centered.

The workshop manual I have for the 6 cylinder cars calls for grease.  I 
see that the 100 workshop manual calls for oil.  I'd use NLGI #2 grease 
sparingly as there isn't a front seal and you don't want to push the 
grease past the oil seal onto the carbon (water) seal.

Bob

robertduquette at sympatico.ca wrote:
> While we're on the subject ... about the water pump ...
> 
> 
> 
> It says to add oil "sparingly".  How sparingly?  I added 'some' oil. Maybe
> more than sparingly.  'Then' I looked at an exploded diagram of the water pump
> and there doesn't appear to be a seal in front.
> 
> 
> 
> Also, it says, if dismantling, to centre the front bearing before removing it.
> What?  :)  Is this thing floating around somehow inside the opening?
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