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Fuel Stuff > 1976 Jensen GT (12 replies - 14271 views) The attached photo shows the 0.046" ID restrictor that is inserted into the fuel return line. It's not my photo, but I've forgotten ... 10-24-2018 07:28 pm Fuel Stuff > 1976 Jensen GT (12 replies - 14271 views) Does the Jensen GT's owner have the manuals for you to reference, or are you working in the dark?
The original fuel pump was an SU, ... 10-24-2018 07:21 pm Fuel Stuff > Fuel Tank Lines (10 replies - 14293 views) The attached photo shows the fuel restrictor... for what that's worth.
In effect, the restrictor is just a 'dumb', non-adjustable pressure regulator. So an ... 10-07-2018 02:52 pm Fuel Stuff > Fuel Tank Lines (10 replies - 14293 views) Sorry about the double post. I'm not sure how that happened. I can't figure out how to delete this one. ... 10-04-2018 04:25 pm Fuel Stuff > Fuel Tank Lines (10 replies - 14293 views) The simplest way to know if enough fuel is reaching the carbs is to check the fuel pressure at the carb inlet. The ... 10-04-2018 04:20 pm Fuel Stuff > Fuel Tank Lines (10 replies - 14293 views) The simplest way to know if enough fuel is reaching the carbs is to check the fuel pressure at the carb inlet. The ... 10-04-2018 04:18 pm Electrical & Instruments > Pertronix Tachometer "blips" (46 replies - 51213 views) answerman wrote:
No, the rebuilt Lucas has been perfect. Problem was that my original distributor, the one that came with the car, was a 45D4, ... 09-30-2018 05:16 pm Engine & Transmission > Cam journal frozen (4 replies - 6771 views) Check with Lotusbits in the UK for used cam carriers and cams.
http://www.lotusbits.com/
I'm not sure I understand how the head gasket blocked the oil passage (flipped ... 09-09-2018 12:49 am Engine & Transmission > Cam journal frozen (4 replies - 6771 views) Here's a sketch of the oil's routing through the head. The joint between the head and the cam carriers is not shown. ... 09-07-2018 11:28 pm Engine & Transmission > Cam journal frozen (4 replies - 6771 views) All 9XX 4-cyl heads are compatible with all 9XX 4-cyl blocks. There is nothing in the part designs that would have resulted in ... 09-04-2018 08:16 pm Engine & Transmission > trans filling method (10 replies - 11547 views) Mondial1,
There are plunger type pumps that fit gear oil bottles (like the pump on a hand lotion bottle or liquid soap dispenser). Valvoline ... 08-20-2018 03:53 pm Engine & Transmission > jensen with strombergs (4 replies - 6348 views) jomac wrote:
flame thrower coil is 4 years old.Is the rest of the ignition system stock, or has it been upgraded to some aftermarket electronic ignition? ... 07-21-2018 09:28 pm Electrical & Instruments > Delco alternator (8 replies - 10872 views) If there's an automotive electric repair shop near you, then have it rebuilt. That usually costs around $100.
If you buy a re-manufactured alternator ... 06-29-2018 04:33 pm Intro Tech Board stuff > Fuel Stuff (2 replies - 5573 views) The Zenith-Stromberg carbs (and Dellorto) like 1.5 to 2.5 psi. Anything in excess of 3.8 will probably cause problems from running rich to ... 05-26-2018 01:08 am Fuel Stuff > Fuel pump pressure (10 replies - 14688 views) Oh crud! I was trying to correct Haynes' mistake, then I fat-fingered it. Thanks for catching that, Tom. I've edited ... 05-23-2018 03:55 pm Fuel Stuff > Fuel pump pressure (10 replies - 14688 views) The Workshop Manual specifies an SU AUF 300 pump as standard. That pump's pressure output is 2.7 psi minimum (2.7-3.8 psi range). ... 05-21-2018 05:28 pm Fuel Stuff > Fuel pump pressure (10 replies - 14688 views) Float Heights:
17.5 mm = J-H Workshop Manual (leanest I've seen for Z-S)
16-17mm = Z-S generic Z-S, & Lotus 907 Workshop manuals.
If you have the Haynes ... 05-21-2018 04:34 pm Ignition > Should I rewire hot to coil ? (9 replies - 13272 views) Is the Pertronix the basic Ignitor, or the Ignitor II? The original Ignitor is current sensitive and can fry in short order if ... 05-14-2018 05:49 am Carburetors > Dellorto's need repair (2 replies - 5866 views) Have you tried The Carb Shop on the St Paul side of town? Two blocks south of Hwy 36 on White Bear AvN.
http://www.thecarbguys.com/contact-us/
Sorry ... 05-10-2018 12:50 pm Engine & Transmission > Does anybody know... (3 replies - 5576 views) Correct, this thread is NOT about tensioning the timing belt, it's about tightening the nut to securely lock the tensioner in place after the tension ... 05-03-2018 04:32 pm Engine & Transmission > Does anybody know... (3 replies - 5576 views) I don't see the torque spec in the J-H manual, but in the Lotus world it's...
Timing Belt Tensioner Retaining Nut
25 - 30 Lb-Ft = ... 05-02-2018 07:48 am Engine & Transmission > what is shift pattern 4 verses 5 speed (2 replies - 5845 views) The 4-Speed has 1 thru 4 in the normal H-pattern, with reverse to the right and back.
1- 3
│─│─ı
2- 4- R
The J-H Getrag 5-Speed has a ... 03-24-2018 09:01 pm Ignition > Total JH Ignition Advance (5 replies - 8167 views) Rick,
The Lotus distributor with 14.0° dist/ 28.0° crank degrees of mechanical advance is from late Federal emissions engines (Eclat, Elite & Esprit S2). ... 03-22-2018 06:45 pm Carburetors > vacuum hose routing question (3 replies - 8472 views) The distributor's vacuum capsule provides 8 degrees of retard in order to minimize oxides of nitrogen during closed throttle over-run and idle.
Idle rpm rises with ... 03-11-2018 12:11 am Engine & Transmission > Changing rear differential gears (9 replies - 12206 views) J-H First Gear Overall Ratios (1st gear ratio times final drive ratio = overall ratio)
First ––– Top Gear
10.76 –– 3.45 = J-H stock 4-spd ... 03-06-2018 11:04 pm Engine & Transmission > Damaged Cam (5 replies - 8260 views) Rubber seals and O-rings don't age well in static storage. If it has been 23 years since your car was last used, then ... 02-05-2018 09:25 pm Engine & Transmission > Transmission Leaks 4 Speed 13556 (14 replies - 16308 views) Off topic, but one more illustration while I'm on a roll. This one shows a modification to the rear journal in the Main ... 02-01-2018 07:52 am Engine & Transmission > Transmission Leaks 4 Speed 13556 (14 replies - 16308 views) This JPEG is another view of the spray shield. It also shows the rear cover and lip seal with the centering tool installed. ... 02-01-2018 07:39 am Engine & Transmission > Transmission Leaks 4 Speed 13556 (14 replies - 16308 views) answerman wrote:
"When you install the seal make sure you hold it back aprox. 0.100" or it will leak like a sieve."The attached JPEG illustrates how ... 02-01-2018 07:28 am Engine & Transmission > Transmission Leaks 4 Speed 13556 (14 replies - 16308 views) Tim Murphy wrote:
Redracer,(or anyone else)do you have a picture or diagram of what you are describing. Or maybe you can explain it more for those ... 02-01-2018 07:24 am Engine & Transmission > Transmission Leaks 4 Speed 13556 (14 replies - 16308 views) The JH Workshop manual doesn't mention using any sealant or threadlocker on the flywheel bolts. And Jim is correct, oil can wick past ... 01-30-2018 05:02 pm Engine & Transmission > Damaged Cam (5 replies - 8260 views) Simon,
There's no standard for how badly damaged a journal can be, and still be useable. IMHO, this one shouldn't be used as is. ... 01-24-2018 04:54 pm Projects > 16173 will be entering project status... (162 replies - 258633 views) Jeff at Advanced Distributors can rebuild it for you. Also talk to him about modifying the Pertronix distributor to accept a seal.
Jeff is ... 01-12-2018 04:42 am Ignition > 1974 Jensen Healey Crank but No Start (13 replies - 17316 views) Dave427 wrote:
The carbs have not been touched. I will have a look at them the next time I am over at the car. I will ... 01-04-2018 06:05 am Ignition > 1974 Jensen Healey Crank but No Start (13 replies - 17316 views) Dave,
How large is the photo file? The forum won't allow attachments larger than 102400 bytes (102.4 kb).
Don't use the 'Quick Reply' option at ... 01-02-2018 12:39 am Ignition > 1974 Jensen Healey Crank but No Start (13 replies - 17316 views) Dave,
I have no idea what to say about the old alarm system, or any loose wires that may have resulted from removing it. ... 01-02-2018 12:28 am Carburetors > Zenith Stromberg Carburetor Vacuum Lines Schematic (11 replies - 26570 views) chrisl wrote:
I've acquired a set of Strombergs and am refurbishing them to fit on my GT. It currently has Dellortos on it and runs fine ... 12-16-2017 06:21 pm Engine & Transmission > Compression Readings for 2.2L Stroker Lotus 907 Engine (2 replies - 8787 views) Cylinder pressures vary with compression ratio, not stroke length/ displacement.
It's normal practice to check cylinder pressures on a hot engine, with the plugs removed, the ... 12-13-2017 09:48 pm Engine & Transmission > Reversed cams effects (12 replies - 20195 views) It's good to hear the compression has improved.
Spec Compression Pressure for 8.4:1 cr are:
110-130 psi COLD = Jensen-Healey spec.
150-170 psi HOT. = Lotus specifies checking ... 12-12-2017 06:23 am Engine & Transmission > Engine rope rear main seal in early Mk1 (7 replies - 10919 views) Just a general statement about rope seals... I don't know how specifically this applies to the Mk I 907's seal.
In the 1980s, asbestos and some ... 12-10-2017 09:11 pm | |
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