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Re: [Healeys] Tri-carb foul

To: Michael Gladwin <michaelgladwin@mac.com>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Tri-carb foul
From: Oudesluys <coudesluijs@chello.nl>
Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:06:24 +0100
I suppose you can shim out the engine mounts to get enough clearance?
Kees Oudesluijs


Michael Gladwin schreef:
> Calling the Tricarb genius bar.  I have just rebuilt my carbs and am 
> having trouble setting the chokes.  The rear jet-head (black plastic 
> cap) is fouling the steering column when the choke is out, in fact it 
> restricts choke movement.  There is about .040 inch clearance with 
> choke in on a cold engine.  The jets are new and correctly fitted.  (I 
> thought about cutting one inch out of the middle of the steering 
> column but decided that not having a choke and therefore not being 
> able to start the car was probably the safer option).
>
> All I can think of is worn engine mounts but they look good, or is 
> there a cranked jet for the rear that did not come with the kit - 
> nothing in the parts list.  Please advise, the weather is good here 
> and I need a fix.
>
> Mike Gladwin
> BT7 II
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