Hello:
You may recall that six weeks or so ago, I asked the list for help in
diagnosing a problem with my BJ8. The problem happened as I was driving when,
following a very loud grinding noise, something exploded through the bell
housing, leaving a large hole. Following the incident, the car continued to
start, shift and drive with no problem. I received many helpful suggestions
from Healey list members and promised to report back once the car was
diagnosed
and undergoing repair.
This morning, the transmission was removed and the mechanic (Mike from
John Bull Automotive) found three crunched up washers and spring remnants in
the bottom of the bell housing. Mike surmised that an earlier starter change
(prior to my ownership) resulted in these "extras" from the old starter being
left to roll around in the bottom of the bell housing. Since the car was
not driven hardly at all before I bought it, the problem likely took a while
to
"surface." But wow...when it did surface, it did so with a bang...literally.
So...thanks again for all of your suggestions and encouragement. Once
again, this list has proved to be a wonderful resource.
Steve Gizzi
Benicia, CA
BJ8 #43007, 79 MGB L/E, et al
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