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181. Rebuild Spreadsheet (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Sat, 8 Jul 2006 12:28:33 -0400; I have built a spreadsheet to get a handle on what I actually spent the rebuild the engine and gearbox on my BJ8. I'll add a section for the OD when I do it. Perhaps this would also be of interest ot; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00199.html (7,555 bytes)
182. Longflo Air Filters (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Mon, 10 Jul 2006 13:13:04 -0400; I just received from Victoria British two round Longflo air filters for my BJ8. The catalog says these are for a 63-68 BJ8 but there is no nipple on the back of either one for the crankcase breather; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00248.html (6,738 bytes)
183. RE: lower front suspension pin removal observations (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Thu, 13 Jul 2006 07:52:40 -0400; What the hell is a pickle fork? (relative to auto mechanics) Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga, TN N34.98 W85.5 Had a stuck lower suspension pin and couldn't get it out after a week of soaking it in Kro; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00340.html (8,305 bytes)
184. RE: Inlet/exhaust manifold joint (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Sun, 16 Jul 2006 15:41:08 -0400; This is not an expert opinion. I believe these gaskets allow the "right" amount of heat to be transferred from the exhaust manifold to the intake manifold to help preheat the fuel charge. Using washe; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00408.html (7,870 bytes)
185. RE: Dip Stick Method for Gas level (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Mon, 17 Jul 2006 08:23:33 -0400; I believe the spiral is an anti siphon device. It may have been put in there in the early 70's when gas prices started to rise. It can be removed at will. Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga, TN N34.98 W8; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00437.html (9,197 bytes)
186. RE: PROVPAT (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Mon, 17 Jul 2006 08:39:17 -0400; At the risk of being called rude, I humbly ask, "What are pot jacks?" Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga, TN N34.98 W85.5 Listers, Cast on the side of the pot jacks used in many of the big Healeys is the; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00439.html (7,460 bytes)
187. OD Overhaul (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Tue, 18 Jul 2006 11:57:54 -0400; I am refurbishing the OD. All the mechanical parts look good and move smoothly. There is a layer of sludge on the bottom of the case and in the pistons and accumulator. The distance piece and the hea; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00482.html (6,657 bytes)
188. RE: OD Overhaul (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Wed, 19 Jul 2006 08:09:03 -0400; Thanks to everyone who responded. The air pressure method sounds like the way to go. I'll give it a try. Thanks everyone. Only a few more days to engine start. Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga, TN N34.; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00507.html (7,112 bytes)
189. Another OD Question (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Wed, 19 Jul 2006 11:59:19 -0400; How can you tell when the annulus is fully seated in the rear case? I have driven the annulus with a wooden block and a big hammer (this really makes me uncomfortable) until it sounds like it is home; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00514.html (6,620 bytes)
190. RE: harbor freight drill press (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2006 17:08:04 -0400; It should be OK. I have gotten several power tools from them and they work well. Not great but pretty good. Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga, TN N34.98 W85.5 I very occasionally need a drill press. Har; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00546.html (7,706 bytes)
191. Engine In (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Fri, 21 Jul 2006 20:39:18 -0400; The engine is 95% installed. The new motor mounts don't lineup with the holes in the towers so tomorrow will be push and pull to get the bolts in. Then all the auxiliary equipment and I'm ready to st; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00574.html (6,524 bytes)
192. Next Winter Projects (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Sat, 22 Jul 2006 08:47:33 -0400; I have in mind two projects for next winter. I want to start collecting parts now to spread the cost as far as possible. 1. Replace standard differential with Lempert 3.54 gears 2. Rebuild the fold-d; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00586.html (6,614 bytes)
193. Installing Carburetors (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Sun, 23 Jul 2006 13:05:15 -0400; The expanded diagram in the Moss catalog shows, I think, the sequence "spacer - gasket (silver side toward the spacer) - heat shield - gasket - carburetor." Should there be a gasket between the manif; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00601.html (6,753 bytes)
194. The Engine Started But... (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Wed, 26 Jul 2006 11:48:39 -0400; The engine started. Oil pressure immediately went up to 60 PSI. I took the RPMs up to 2000 per the cam shaft break-in instructions. It ran smoothly for about five minutes and then I started to hear a; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00663.html (7,043 bytes)
195. The Engine Started But...more info (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Wed, 26 Jul 2006 17:13:08 -0400; There is a film of oil in the radiator. The rotor and distributor cap seem to be normal. I put in a new rotor anyway. As always your comments are greatly appreciated, Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga,; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00666.html (6,770 bytes)
196. RE: The Engine Started But...more info (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Wed, 26 Jul 2006 20:02:57 -0400; Yes , I am as sure as I can be that I released the chain tensioner. The snapping sound was not regular. First one snap and we started looking at the plug wires then another, then two and then many. M; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00670.html (7,683 bytes)
197. Engine Startup...More Info 2 (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Wed, 26 Jul 2006 20:07:00 -0400; When I got the head back from the shop they had added a "hood" in addition to the "O" ring on each valve stem inside the springs. Could that be a problem? Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga, TN N34.98 W8; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00671.html (6,602 bytes)
198. Engine Startup...Problem revealed (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Thu, 27 Jul 2006 10:50:18 -0400; I took off the valve cover and found the adjusting screw on exhaust valve #5 had unscrewed all the way. Further all the lock nuts were loose. Evidently I adjusted the valves and failed to tighten the; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00679.html (6,993 bytes)
199. RE: The Engine Started But... (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Fri, 28 Jul 2006 07:39:20 -0400; Thanks Alan, But is I do have a stuck lifter of valve, what can I do about it? Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga, TN N34.98 W85.5 Once the slapping starts, look to see if any of the rockers are sticking; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00708.html (8,036 bytes)
200. RE: bearings (score: 1): Author: "Ned Smith" <smithn00@kitepilot.net>; Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 08:20:15 -0400; Are we talking about the engine? In my case, I had to look at them. The grey metal had been worn away in places and the copper/bronze was showing through. Ned Smith BJ8 near Chattanooga, TN N34.98 W8; /html/healeys/2006-07/msg00747.html (6,798 bytes)

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