[Healeys] OD BJ8

[Michael Salter]

Yes Simon is correct.  The 3/16" pin check was probably satisfactory when
the unit was new but it isn't reliable 60 years later.
I would suggest removing the operating valve plug, spring and top-hat them
using a parallel punch check that the ball rises at least 1/16" when the
solenoid is energized.
After making any adjustments it is imperative that the solenoid current
draw is checked and drops to 2 -3 amps when energized after everything is
reassembled.

M

On Sun., Mar. 20, 2022, 11:04 a.m. Tom Felts via Healeys, <
healeys at autox.team.net> wrote:

> I mentioned before that my OD was VERY slow engaging.  Today I pulled the
> tranny cover.  Checked to see if the 3/16 rod would align when OD engaged.
> I aligned perfectly.  So--I assumed the lever that is moved by the solenoid
> was adjusted properly.  checked lever clamp to make sure the nut was
> tight.  it was
>
> an observation---the movement of the lever is small---moves, but not much
> maybe it doesn't move much-just an observation.
>
> As I mentioned before it disengages from OD instantly---but going in is
> SLOW (minutes)or never-------.
>
> Now I'm back to my puzzling stage:):)  What is causing it?? I'm using 30wt
> non-detergent.
>
> OH--I pulled the operating valve and checked to make sure the small hole
> wasn;t clogged. It wasn't.
>
> any other thoughts are very welcome.
>
> tom
>
>
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