Remove the starter and inspect the small spring that hold the bendix
gear away from the flywheel.
David Nock
British Car Specialists
Stockton Ca 95205
209-948-8767
www.britishcarspecialists.com
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On Feb 15, 2007, at 8:42 AM, Brashear, Jack, N wrote:
> Hi All, we're looking for feedback on a horrible driveline noise.
> There
> is a BJ8 engine and transmission with o.d. in a BN7 Mk1. This is a
> new
> installation and we are in the road test stage. The transmission and
> overdrive are the unknown factors here as we were instructed by the
> owner that the trans/od were "good" and to install them as-is.
> Anyway,
> there is no unusual drive line noise until you let off the gas and the
> car begins to slow down. The noise is terrific in any gear. It's a
> sound similar to dragging a screwdriver tip on a grinding wheel.
> Here's
> what we've investigated so far: There is no sign of anything
> rubbing or
> dragging anywhere. Both Ujoints are new and "feel" good. The Ebrake
> cable is clear. The diff has been removed and looked at by a local
> differential guru who says it's just fine. Still, the trans/od is
> the X
> factor. Could anyone imagine that such a horrible noise could come
> from
> that?? Oh yes, everything had the proper lubricant levels. Sheesh...
> Many Thanks
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