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Re: [Healeys] Engine Sticks Up Too High

To: 'Marvin James' <britcrs@gmail.com>, 'Rich C' <richchrysler@quickclic.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Engine Sticks Up Too High
From: John Sims <ahbn6@optonline.net>
Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 18:29:14 -0400
Just take a look at the radiator height on a BN6. You would swear that when
you lower the bonnet you would put a major crimp on it. But --- o ye of
little faith. It closes spot on.

John Sims, BN6
Aberdeen, NJ
 
www.healey6.com

-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net@autox.team.net
[mailto:healeys-bounces+ahbn6=optonline.net@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
Marvin James
Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 5:39 PM
To: Rich C
Cc: Healeys@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Engine Sticks Up Too High

You both make good points. It may be mostly a visual thing since there is
arc in the bonnet. I will install and close it carefully with a glob of clay
on top of the carb to measure the clearance. It's also probable that I
tightened the motor mounts with the engine supported and locked in the
highest position possible. Thick motor mounts is another possibility that I
had thought about. I've got a couple of old sets that I can compare when I
get my hands on the car.
Thanks

Marv J

On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 10:48 AM, Rich C <richchrysler@quickclic.net> wrote:

> Marv,
> Try carefully closing the bonnet to check for actual clearance. It can be
> quite deciving to look across at the forward carb top and see what appears
> to be inadequate clearance. In actuality, there's a lot of arc to the fit
of
> the shroud and bonnet, and you'll likely discover that it actually clears
> alright.
>
> Rich Chrysler
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Marvin James" <britcrs@gmail.com>
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