[Healeys] Questions...

[Alan Seigrist]

Jim -

1) Kumho 165-15, considered by many on the list the best alternative for a
budget tire.  I think Tire Rack can special order them.

2) There are several choices for a NAPA pump, depending on if you want the
old box type or the bendix type.  The box types are listed here:
http://www.healey6.com/replacement_parts.htm the bendix pump NAPA number is
NAPA Part # BK 6101075.  The best Bendix pump (I'm not sure if NAPA has it)
is this one, which has the same PSI ratings as the old SU pumps (2.5 - 4
psi):
http://www.yachtsupplydepot.com/mechanical-supplies/fuel-pumps/facet-cylindrical-solid-state-electric-fuel-pump-477060e/prod_23438.html
plus
these guys are cheaper than NAPA

3) I think all the o-rings are the same.  The brake drums are different...

4) Yes definitely check the measurements on the OD solenoid.  I wouldn't
replace the solenoid just yet, they are pretty sturdy as long as they aren't
overstressed.

Alan

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


On Mon, Jan 4, 2010 at 7:08 AM, <jwhlyadv at aol.com> wrote:

> I am getting ready to start work on Future Fifty Founder Ben Moores first
> Healey a fully restored BN6 that needs finishing details and a few repairs.
> I  have been on this list for fifteen years, read over 10,000 posts about
> tires but  I wasn't paying attention.......
>
> First off we need tires. Currently the car is running JC Penny tires that
> must be twenty years old. Any suggestions for a modest priced tire?
>
> Second -  I need the number for the correct NAPA fuel pump.
>
> Third - I need to replace rear axle seals. Moss lists the o-ring as fitting
>  BN4-BJ8. I thought the BN4-BN6 o-ring was different, is it?
>
> Fourth - when you engage the Overdrive solenoid the noisy electric fuel
> pump drops in volume indicating a large current draw. The OD solenoid wires
> are  melted. Clubmembers all say he needs a new solenoid. Isn't this the
> adjustment  that is not letting the plunger travel all the way up to hit
> the
> switch?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Jim  Werner
> Louisville, KY