[Healeys] Now that the tranny is out

[Bob Spidell]

I don't like using petrol as a solvent. Mineral spirits, then a final flush with brake cleaner works best IMO. OTOH, if you have the driveline out why not put new U-joints in and (probably) never have to worry about them again? There's a risk if you pump grease through them you'll blow the seals out. 

I rebuilt my BJ8's starter many moons and miles ago, and used silicone spray to lube the Bendix gear (it's light and doesn't gunk up as much as oils). It's worked flawlessly since (if you don't think silicone will stick around try getting it out of paint). 

Bob 


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Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA 

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... and the drive shaft and the starter motor and the ... 

Anyone have issues with me going after the unassembled drive shaft U-joints et. al., with a tooth brush and petrol? I'm thinking I should pump grease though them till it runs clear. 

Also, what do I lubricate the starter pinion assembly with? I just washed off all the grease I put on, which kept the pinion gear from returning. Funny thing, I flushed it with D40. Works nice, now. I'm thinking I should use 3-in-1, since it was available in 65. 

Greg