Another alternative: http://www.jensenhealey.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=1397&forum_id=14 ...   11-21-2013 12:20 am

Wow, has it really been almost 4 years? Pump still running strong. ...   11-21-2013 12:20 am

I used POR 15 several years ago on somewhat rusted fenders. No rust has returned and the areas that I can see still look good. http://www.por15.com/POR-15-Rust-Preventive-Paint_c_11.html ...   11-21-2013 12:17 am

Mason Jones wrote: I should be able to track down at least a good used fender. > Pair Jensen Healey Rear Quarter Panels - $400 > http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/pts/2964951086.html ...   04-29-2012 03:08 am

Hay Ross, My clutch cable has the same problem. I have disconnected it from the tranny (easy) and tried to get lubricant into the cable housing ...   12-09-2011 05:51 pm

BTW: Steering wheels are about $150 from Summit Racing: http://www.summitracing.com/search/Brand/Lecarra-Steering-Wheels/ ...   11-18-2011 02:54 pm

Please let me know by Thanksgiving! ...   11-18-2011 02:48 pm

SpeedyMitch wrote: Upon installation I found that it is too large for the splines on my '73 (#12827). Can somebody please verify that the "standard" spline ...   11-18-2011 02:39 pm

http://www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk/p15194/Steering-Wheel-Boss-for-VAUXHALL-Viva-HB-All-Years-from-Springalex/product_info.html Mitch >>>> Do you have this part available? Gary >>> Sorry we do not have that hub in stock at the moment, we can order one ...   11-18-2011 02:30 pm

I purchased a genuine Jensen Healey Le Carra B-35J hub from e-bay but the splines do not fit my steering column. I am not sure ...   11-18-2011 01:34 pm

Jensen Healey wrote: I had some problems with filthy loose connections. After a good cleaning and pinching a few connections I almost forgot there was ever ...   10-24-2011 02:37 pm

Sometimes my J-H won't start. I get my goggles, gloves, special driving slippers and hat on, turn the key and.... ....nothing. No click, no starter motor, no ...   09-22-2011 04:43 am

Thanks for the excellent information Mike. The only thing on the hub/boss is "Made In France". In your research have you identified any alternative or other ...   09-19-2011 03:59 pm

Several months ago I purchased a Lecarra adapter kit. Advertised as NOS but clearly used it even included the original box. The part number on ...   09-17-2011 02:48 pm

Thanks guys - looks like I'll be spending some (more) quality time under the Jensen! ...   08-12-2011 03:07 pm

> I think the header has to be off to be able to raise the engine enough to get the new mounts in. I agree. ...   08-12-2011 02:45 am

SpeedyMitch wrote: With the steering shaft now sitting on the floor I find that the old header will NOT come out through the space between ...   08-11-2011 10:01 pm

Hay Mike, I have been toying with an idea. Some may find this offensive but here is my thinking: A Miata has motor very similar to the ...   08-03-2011 12:49 am

Thanks for everybody's help.  Here is a quick update. I used quite a bit of explosive language and PB Blaster and finally go the top and ...   07-21-2011 06:43 pm

I did the yoga moves and got all 12 nuts/studs off the old header (about half came off with the stud). Now I'm stuck trying to ...   07-20-2011 05:37 am

Holy Smokes! The 'B' prefix on your VIN denotes that your motor is THE long lost Lotus/Moss/Shelby top secret 260hp cross flow direct injection large bore ...   07-01-2011 02:16 pm

Mason Jones wrote: Is the black stuff some kind of undercoating? Should I not scrape it off? My JH had what looks like the same ...   06-26-2011 05:52 pm

Mason Jones wrote: Should I worry about the valves/tappets? Hay Mason, Looks familiar! My JH looked much the same when I dug it out of a snow ...   06-25-2011 10:02 pm

dmatth wrote: I'm wondering if a clogged bleed hole could be a factor Hay Doug, When I purchased my early JH last year it had never had ...   06-22-2011 07:59 pm

Hay Mason, Welcome to the JH community. You are in good hands with Kurt, Art, and the other long time owners on this forum. To every new ...   06-20-2011 08:13 pm

Brett Gibson JH5 20497 wrote: Mitch the later tensioners (single fat ones) use a stud that screws in and out, also NO play. Thanks for the info ...   06-14-2011 04:59 pm

Is it possible for the tensioner pulley stud to have play in it? Does the stud screw into the block or is it pressed in? Thanks ...   06-14-2011 02:33 pm

> I think it has something to do with weather the tensioner is running on the up side or back side of the ...   06-09-2011 06:43 pm

I changed the timing belt and belt tensioner bearing about a year ago. I have put several *thousand* miles on the JH since then with ...   06-08-2011 10:42 pm

Jensen Healey wrote: Anyone going to the Woodland, CA show? I'll be there. TWO Jensen Healeys (at least) will be there! ...   05-21-2011 01:40 am

After trying several patching compounds I'm coming to the conclusion that a full exhaust header replacement is likely the only way to fix the cracked ...   05-08-2011 05:17 pm

What is the recommended after-market steering wheel diameter for a tall JH driver?   I'm leaning towards the 14" 3-spoke wheel to give my legs some extra ...   05-08-2011 05:09 pm

Anton wrote: What type/brand oil and how many litres should I use for the engine of my JH MKI, 4 speed?  I'm happy with Red Line ...   03-23-2011 04:31 am

I've been playing with the timing in my stock '73 and have some observations that others may be able to confirm or deny. 5-degrees before TDC ...   03-09-2011 08:18 pm

rossjfox wrote: I knew this couldn't be as bad as some said. Having just gone through this procedure some things I might add... You will need to ...   02-26-2011 03:42 pm

SpeedyMitch wrote: Any other options, thoughts, considerations, etc??? I see there are some strong feeling about side view mirrors out there... I ended up 'refurbishing' my rattling and ...   02-16-2011 10:04 pm

My passenger side "Door Top Finisher" is AWOL. Does anybody have one from a parts car they are willing to part with? Thanks in advance! Here is ...   02-16-2011 09:53 pm

Jensen Healey wrote: Motor Honey? I would have thought Redline MT for a guy like you! Jeez, only 40 something posts and I'm already getting a ...   02-14-2011 03:42 am

Done deal. New u-joints, rear transmission seal, and crush washers from Delta. 2 quarts of Valvoline VR-1 20-50w. An evening of fun with the vise and sockets. Viola ...   02-12-2011 03:40 pm

pbahr wrote: Just when do you get the noise? It seems to be mostly around town driving. It does not always happen when the load changes ...   02-06-2011 04:18 am