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261. Re: Tranny out and flywheel surfacing/lightening? (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Mon, 03 May 2004 14:57:13 -0600; Light flywheels will not give more horsepower. They will give quicker throttle response & a little better acceleration in the lower gears. The lower the gearing the more the benefit. They will also; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00058.html (9,019 bytes)
262. Re: bj8 restoration (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Mon, 03 May 2004 15:08:43 -0600; There are many very strong & differing opinions on the unleaded conversion subject. In my opinion, conversion of the head for unleaded gas is a complete waste of money. Especially installing special; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00060.html (8,030 bytes)
263. Re: bj8 restoration (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Mon, 03 May 2004 18:29:36 -0600; A couple of thoughts; The height of a valve head above it's surrounding surface is determined by original machined depth of the seat, & the valve head margin. (extra distance between the valve seati; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00068.html (9,186 bytes)
264. Re: bj8 restoration (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Mon, 03 May 2004 21:43:12 -0600; There is nothing wrong with doing the mods if you're so inclined. Peace of mind is worth a lot. You are also correct on the theory. The metal removal is caused by micro welds being constantly made &; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00074.html (8,371 bytes)
265. Brake Drums again - Update (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Wed, 05 May 2004 01:43:32 -0600; I just checked out the front brake drums on my BN2. Set a drum up in my lathe & measured with a dial indicator. After chucking on the center hole, & zeroing there, measured the total indicated runout; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00093.html (7,591 bytes)
266. Re: Car stopped puzzle - Why? (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Thu, 06 May 2004 14:34:27 -0600; Why do you guys continue to put up with master switches. The Lucas switch is very poorly designed & constructed so no wonder it causes so many problems. They are the cause of more mysterious electric; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00151.html (8,865 bytes)
267. Re: Car Stopped Puzzle - confused - me too (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Fri, 07 May 2004 00:08:46 -0600; "The switch", hereafter called TS, has three terminals with three wires going to it. The two heavy terminals are connected between the battery & chassis ground when TS is on. The third terminal conne; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00172.html (9,182 bytes)
268. Re: Little Gushers (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Sun, 09 May 2004 12:46:23 -0600; Worn bushings and or worn shaft.; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00238.html (6,810 bytes)
269. Re: Oil leak on lifter cover (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Sun, 09 May 2004 20:13:21 -0600; What is the problem with "new washers"? You can anneal the copper washers to soften them by heating them to red & dropping them in water. Actually the water isn't needed but it removes the black surf; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00254.html (7,418 bytes)
270. Re: 6 cylinder in a 100 chassis (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Wed, 12 May 2004 08:16:56 -0600; Why would anyone want to do THAT? It would take major metal work to do it. It would add more weight & further to the front & destroy the great balance & handling of the car, which is an advantage ov; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00302.html (7,988 bytes)
271. Re: BJ8 carb springs (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Wed, 12 May 2004 09:29:44 -0600; Trying to calculate or compare springs by measuring dimensions or calculating is not very accurate. Also on multiple carbs, the springs should be as closely matched as possible. I use the method sug; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00305.html (7,526 bytes)
272. Re: 6 cylinder in a 100 chassis (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Wed, 12 May 2004 12:06:55 -0600; Hi Tracy, Ahh - but the V8 weighed somewhat less than the four that it replaced. Even better balance. It appears from the responses that "some" have done it. Just pulling your chain a bit. Dave; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00315.html (9,446 bytes)
273. Re: Ignorant (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Wed, 12 May 2004 23:36:42 -0600; You can see what a pilot bearing puller looks like here; http://tools.batauto.com/index.php?crn=107&rn=620&action=show_detail You can probably rent one at your local tool rental shop & they will tel; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00347.html (7,396 bytes)
274. Re: Boot Lid Austin Healey Script (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Thu, 13 May 2004 20:49:49 -0600; If the nut is the flat sheet metal type, hold the script tight against the panel with one hand & push the nut on tight over the stud with the other hand. If this hurts your fingers too much, set the; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00379.html (7,549 bytes)
275. Re: Ignorant (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Sat, 15 May 2004 22:37:07 -0600; Yeah - So I hear. I never seemed to be able to get all of the air out of the grease & it just bounced on the air cushion. I can pour water or other liquids out of a boot but I can't get air out of a; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00425.html (7,120 bytes)
276. Re: Overdrive jumping out (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Sun, 16 May 2004 11:09:04 -0600; Hi Simon, I don't remember which model car you are having trouble with. If it is a BN2 or later this will apply. It appears that the solenoid is being controlled by the dash selector switch plus thro; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00436.html (8,819 bytes)
277. Re: Camber (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Mon, 17 May 2004 16:04:54 -0600; Hi Derek, The most likely thing is worn top link (trunion) bushings, the rubber things. Next is loose or damaged shock mount. Last, maybe something bent on the frame, or bent shock arms. Remote possi; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00463.html (6,875 bytes)
278. Re: very worn tires (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Mon, 17 May 2004 22:10:31 -0600; Most likely a toe in problem. Don't think camber could be that far off. You can almost check camber by looking at the wheels. Dave Russell; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00473.html (6,935 bytes)
279. Re: Panhard rod musings (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Thu, 20 May 2004 13:27:43 -0600; Hi Steve, The Panhard rod on the Healey is not too bad. It is setup parallel to the axle & body, is fairly long, & suspension travel is limited. This minimizes side to side change with suspension tra; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00526.html (8,573 bytes)
280. Re: Once again: hard to start, runs on after engine turned (score: 1): Author: Dave & Marlene <rusd@velocitus.net>; Date: Sat, 22 May 2004 22:19:56 -0600; Just like starting a turbine engine. Sounds kind of neat. You may have more than one problem though. If your messages were posted to the list you can look for them here: http://www.team.net/html_arc/; /html/healeys/2004-05/msg00586.html (7,980 bytes)

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