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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Hi Hank, I have the 100-6/3000 factory shop manual in it does not detail the procedure like the Haynes Manual. It has several important points.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>1. Attach lead to terminal A and to <u>a convenient earth point</u>. If you attach to the fuse block the light will be bright or dim, but it never fully goes out when the setting is correct.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>2. .048 is correct for my BT7.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>With that information it was easy to adjust and all is perfect now. I can reinstall the tunnel, carpet and seats. It will be great to have the O/D fully functional.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Thanks for the help and sending the information.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>John<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> Hank Leach [mailto:gradea1@charter.net] <br><b>Sent:</b> Monday, July 3, 2023 9:06 AM<br><b>To:</b> 'John Spaur' <jmsdarch@sbcglobal.net><br><b>Cc:</b> 'Bob Spidell' <bspidell@comcast.net>; 'healeys@autox.team.net' <healeys@autox.team.net><br><b>Subject:</b> RE: [Healeys] Overdrive disengages<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Hi John-hope this helps-not an easy book to copy from (Roger Moment's book has a spiral binding which lays flat) In any event, here is the procedure to adjust the switch which as it says; once set its good unless you muck with the carbs.<o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'>I hope everyone agrees with this procedure-no one seems to criticize Haynes Manuals. I could not locate this diagram in the 100 workshop book, but I have seen it; probably in the 100-6/3000 manual. Regards, Hank<o:p></o:p></p><p>-----------------------------------------<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'>From: "John Spaur" <br>To: "Hank Leach"<br>Cc: "Bob Spidell"<br>Sent: Sunday July 2 2023 7:12:15PM<br>Subject: RE: [Healeys] Overdrive disengages<o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Hank, I have the workshop manuals but the Haynes guide may have something I am missing so please send it.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>I will try resetting the static setting, fine setting it and then the throttle switch</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Thanks!</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>John</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></b> <span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Hank Leach [<a href="mailto:gradea1@charter.net">mailto:gradea1@charter.net</a>]<br><b>Sent:</b> Sunday, July 2, 2023 6:49 PM<br><b>To:</b> 'John Spaur' <<a href="mailto:jmsdarch@sbcglobal.net">jmsdarch@sbcglobal.net</a>><br><b>Cc:</b> 'Bob Spidell' <<a href="mailto:bspidell@comcast.net">bspidell@comcast.net</a>>; 'healeys@autox.team.net' <<a href="mailto:healeys@autox.team.net">healeys@autox.team.net</a>><br><b>Subject:</b> RE: [Healeys] Overdrive disengages</span><o:p></o:p></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>John- it is a .040 feeler gauge that goes under the throttle stop- That is equivalent to about 1/5 throttle opening. That is to set the throttle switch. <o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>The 3/16 drill bit is used to "static set" the position of the solenoid lever. I agree, that position is not alway ideal. Fine adjustment is made at the arm of the solenoid in which you get it to the maximum lift and then when it drops it clears the base about 1/32" at the same time gently pushing it in toward the casing to make sure it does not bind. Solenoid plunger must drop freely. I can send you that page from Haynes manual if it helps you to set the throttle switch Hank<o:p></o:p></p><p>-----------------------------------------<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:12.0pt'>From: "John Spaur"<br>To: "Hank Leach", "Bob Spidell"<br>Cc: <a href="mailto:healeys@autoxteam.net">healeys@autoxteam.net</a><br>Sent: Sunday July 2 2023 6:01:07PM<br>Subject: RE: [Healeys] Overdrive disengages<o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>I think I understand now.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>I need to loosen the arm on the throttle switch, put a 3/16 spacer under the throttle stop and adjust the throttle switch so the test light goes out and then tighten everything up.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Correct?</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>-john</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></b> <span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Healeys [<a href="mailto:healeys-bounces@autox.team.net">mailto:healeys-bounces@autox.team.net</a>] <b>On Behalf Of</b> Hank Leach via Healeys<br><b>Sent:</b> Sunday, July 2, 2023 10:24 AM<br><b>To:</b> 'Bob Spidell' <<a href="mailto:bspidell@comcast.net">bspidell@comcast.net</a>><br><b>Cc:</b> <a href="mailto:healeys@autox.team.net">healeys@autox.team.net</a><br><b>Subject:</b> Re: [Healeys] Overdrive disengages</span><o:p></o:p></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:12.0pt'>Bob's got the procedure. Use a .040" feeler gauge (or 3/16 drill) under the throttle stop (1/5 of the throttle opening). Connect a 12V test light to the fuse box and the top terminal on the throttle switch. (Good example in Haynes Manual page 124). Light should go out at this adjustment. Solenoid adjustment should be as Bob describes and work smoothly-no binding. Hank<o:p></o:p></p><p>-----------------------------------------<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:12.0pt'>From: "Bob Spidell"<br>To: <a href="mailto:healeys@autox.team.net">healeys@autox.team.net</a><br>Cc:<br>Sent: Sunday July 2 2023 9:20:10AM<br>Subject: Re: [Healeys] Overdrive disengages<br><br>Hi John,<br><br>What keeps the O/D from disengaging immediately when you open the dash switch is the 'throttle switch.' When the O/D is actuated there is a parallel circuit that will keep the O/D activated until you press the accelerator pedal, theoretically preventing reverse thrust from damaging the O/D. The parallel circuit runs through the throttle switch on the scuttle (firewall); it sounds like you need to adjust it. It's a simple adjustment using a certain diameter--I don't recall it offhand, but I'll look it up if you need it--drill bit under the throttle stop levers. There's a small shaft off the throttle mechanism that opens this switch--it's just a set of points and a cam inside--with a lever with a pinch clamp. Just loosen the pinch clamp, set the bit under the throttle stop plate and tighten the clamp.<br><br>If you O/D is actuating consistently within a couple seconds or so then your solenoid, operating lever, operating shaft and ball 'valve' are correct. The 'stick-a-drill-bit-through-the-lever-into-the-housing' method is notoriously unreliable; the proper setting is best achieved by measuring the lift--IIRC, it's 1/32" but not sure--of the operating shaft at the top of the O/D hydraulic section.<br><br>Bob<o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>On 7/1/2023 11:55 AM, John Spaur via Healeys wrote:<o:p></o:p></p></div><blockquote style='margin-top:5.0pt;margin-bottom:5.0pt'><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Hi All,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>My overdrive is functioning again after replacing the accumulator housing and piston but it is exhibiting an odd behavior which I believe is related to the adjustment of the setting lever.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>When I open the toggle switch, the OD will sometimes disengage immediately instead of waiting until I blip the accelerator. When I adjusted the setting lever, I could not use a 3/16” dowel to line up the lever with the hole in the housing I had to advance the lever clockwise a bit to get the OD to engage when the toggle switch was closed. This has always been the case and this issue is mentioned in some articles.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Do I need to fiddle with the setting lever adjustment some more? If so, do I rotate it clockwise or counter clockwise?<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Any other thoughts?<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>TIA,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>John Spaur<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>’62 BT7<o:p></o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p></blockquote><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:12.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></p></div></div></div></div></div></body></html>