The 23D (no vacuum) / 25D (with vacuum) series and 43D (no vacuum) / 45D (with vacuum) series use different distributor caps.  I'm not sure about ...   05-10-2006 04:56 am

Thanks for the offer, it's appreciated but not needed.  If it becomes an issue (meaning, if I ever have to drive the car after dark again), ...   05-09-2006 04:29 am

The exhaust is a tight fit in some places, and conceivably there might be a problem if your transmission mount, engine mounts, or engine damper are worn out and ...   05-07-2006 04:12 pm

The fuel pump derives its power from the ignition switch through a rather convoluted path.  If your brake lights work when the ignition is on and ...   05-07-2006 01:44 am

See the thread on this site at http://www.jensenhealey.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=47&forum_id=10 ...   05-06-2006 11:20 pm

The note below E11 para 8 isn't as well written as it might be.  What they are concerned about is any condition that results in ...   05-04-2006 04:19 pm

For the lug nuts, 51 ft-lb dry is correct.  Stock wheel studs are 7/16" with 20 threads per inch, and the generally accepted maximum torque ...   05-04-2006 03:33 am

The shop manual lists different oil capacities for the new and old engine designs: New engine (engine # 2760 up):      10.8 US pints without filter change      12.0 US ...   05-03-2006 04:54 pm

Try holding the nut in place with the shaft of a screwdriver or something similar.  It might be necessary to drill a hole into the ...   05-01-2006 07:27 pm

CJ- I can't add anything that might help with your tach, but the fuel and temp gauges get their power from the voltage stabilizer, which is ...   04-24-2006 03:36 pm

According to my notes, the upper arm bolt (JH P/N 91290) is 1/2"-20 UNF x 9.13" Grade 5.  The flat washers (91323) and lock nuts (91324) ...   04-20-2006 04:18 am

I think the seat cover replacement article may be found in one of the online back issues in the 'club garage'.  I have a vague recollection of ...   04-20-2006 03:44 am

I agree with Greg.  Having completely rewired several vehicles from scratch myself, I'll add that correctly using the proper crimping tools for your connectors is the ...   04-18-2006 04:28 am

From what I've seen, most undercarriage parts were painted semi-gloss black.  Original paint workmanship was indifferent at best, and when they bothered to apply primer, it ...   04-13-2006 04:20 am

Rex Craft wrote: Mark, I too appreciated the torque info on the drawing.  I was just frustrated when I made my original comment. I also ...   04-08-2006 05:39 am

Art's photos look pretty convincing to me.  Not at all sure how I missed seeing that, but obviously I did, and my original belief was not correct.  This ...   04-03-2006 06:18 am

Kurt, Perhaps you're right.  While I don't recall seeing indentations in the lower A-arms that seemed suitable for round-end spring seats, it was very hot on the two days I ...   04-03-2006 12:46 am

Since I wrote the article and generated the torques drawing, it's appropriate that you consider me responsible for their content, rather than Greg Fletcher.  However, if there's any ...   04-02-2006 04:53 pm

I'm assuming from the exchange above that colin59's car still has its problem. The mechanical cam timing sounds correct, as does the stated static ignition timing.  And while ...   03-28-2006 11:41 pm

If memory serves, each trim piece should have several threaded studs that protrude through the rear edges of the fender and rear body panel into the space ...   03-22-2006 03:20 pm

It's my understanding that Delta hasn't supplied their stainless tank for quite a few years now.  My car has one, courtesy of some long-ago PO, ...   03-20-2006 09:01 pm

For a car that'll spend its days on the track, I'd think a bill of sale would be sufficient. For a street car, though, documents do ...   03-18-2006 12:51 am

Article sent via email. ...   03-17-2006 05:17 pm

A very impressive new face for the photo site.  There's more to look at every time I visit. ...   03-16-2006 09:39 pm

Re the rotor end clearance, or end float: I will emphasize that one should not rely on an eyeball estimate, as a significant failure in either direction ...   03-16-2006 12:58 am

Your coolant removal procedures sound adequate. The oil pump clearance specs are all in the shop manual, and I've repeated them below, with comments. Inner and outer ...   03-15-2006 02:44 pm

"If I understand Mark correctly, I can easily remove the top covers from my Stromberg carbs. I was wondering if this could be done without ...   03-14-2006 09:38 pm

Just looked at your photo and couldn't help noticing that the top covers on both of your carburetors are installed incorrectly.  See the attached photo ...   03-14-2006 03:54 am

That's a neat idea, though I'm not sure how well the leather would resist the elements in an automotive application. ...   03-09-2006 07:27 pm

Rory, When a car is at rest, the only way air will flow through its radiator is if it's pulled through by the engine fan.  There's a lot ...   03-09-2006 05:04 pm

smcmanus wrote: Here is the engine number  B73063422.  Does this mean anything to anyone?  Yes.  B means the engine originally came with Strombergs (A was for Del'lortos).  ...   03-09-2006 12:38 am

Delta Motorsports in Phoenix AZ is the primary supplier for all things Jensen in the US.  Their contact info is elsewhere on this site.  Give ...   03-08-2006 09:29 pm

IIRC the screws holding the stainless pieces at the bottom and rear of the door openings were originally chromed steel #4 self-tapping sheet metal screws with Pozidrive ...   03-08-2006 08:37 pm

The foam rubber seat bottom cushion is available from a supplier in the UK at about $100 per seat, plus shipping.  These are frequently auctioned via eBay.   Otherwise ...   03-06-2006 10:53 pm

Really, I have to second Greg's comments.  With equivalent levels of maintenance, a JH is as reliable as any American car of the 1950s or ...   03-03-2006 04:57 pm

While Greg's explanation certainly is a charming one, Jim's explanation is closer to the truth.  In fact it is present to satisfy a US National ...   02-28-2006 02:07 am

Yes, there's a market, but the JH/GT world is quite a small one, as British car groups go, and because of that it's difficult to predict what ...   02-25-2006 08:30 pm

As John mentioned, a working cell phone is the single most important item to have.  Next up is a high-limit major credit card.  To these, and ...   02-25-2006 02:48 pm

They were all built with 5-speed transmissions.  It's possible that somewhere along the way an owner may have swapped in a 4-speed for some reason. ...   02-25-2006 02:23 pm

I've seen photos of UK Vauxhalls of the period with what appears to be the same rack, and conventional JH wisdom says they were the source, ...   02-22-2006 03:28 pm