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Brakes > Replacement brake lines from automec (3 replies - 1323 views)

Thanks for the info. Fortunately, I some expensive tools for making as well as straightening lines in whatever metal one prefers. I have saved ...   03-24-2023 07:24 pm

Fuel Stuff > Removing the fuel tank (2 replies - 1149 views)

Vance: Instead of paint, I would use POR15, MASTERCOAT, KBS, or some similar product to permanently keep the rust from attacking from the outside. best wishes ...   03-21-2023 12:47 pm

Carburetors > Fuel needles (10 replies - 10024 views)

If you got your needles from Joe Curto, they should be correct: B1CM for early engines, and B1DK for the later ones. I had Joe make ...   03-07-2023 02:49 pm

Electrical & Instruments > Alternative front marker/signal lights? (6 replies - 1798 views)

Vance: I've got tons of new and used J-H(ONLY) parts, likely the largest in the USA. (Don't use "fee-pay" --too expensive) best wishes, bruce ...   03-05-2023 08:31 pm

Electrical & Instruments > Removal of wiring harness (7 replies - 2069 views)

Vance: I have plenty of good old used harnesses, mostly middle style and a few of the later ones. Please email me photos of what ...   02-26-2023 09:21 pm

Electrical & Instruments > Removal of wiring harness (7 replies - 2069 views)

Art is correct; you push the part in the engine bay into the interior(yes, you need to remove the metal plate for the fuse box). ...   02-26-2023 01:14 pm

Ignition > replacement keyed ignition switch (11 replies - 18760 views)

Yes; the original ignition key did come with the black plastic on it(but not the other key which does the trunk, glove box and doors). There ...   02-24-2023 04:36 pm

Ignition > replacement keyed ignition switch (11 replies - 18760 views)

This is somewhat strange. as today I also received a request from VANCE for a the lock!! Brett is correct if only the key part is ...   02-23-2023 09:04 pm

Engine & Transmission > clutch fork (6 replies - 2231 views)

Hey gang: just looked at my stock and they are the same. The main diff is the fulcrum stud for the 2 different bell ...   02-22-2023 04:44 pm

Fuel Stuff > Fuel Tank (2 replies - 1090 views)

azvat: the later tanks had 3 nozzles coming out where the pressure relief valve is. The one on the back side(i.e. nearest the ...   02-15-2023 06:13 pm

Body & interior stuff > Martin Robey Sheet metal (2 replies - 1124 views)

I believe Robey bought all the metal forming tooling(KIRKSITE) that Jensen had. However, the outer skin for the hood/bonnet was gone, but I believe ...   02-07-2023 06:48 pm

Fuel Stuff > ALUMINUM GAS TANK FEROM EBAY (10 replies - 3115 views)

Sander's fix with POR15 has been the "standard" for a long time, but some tanks(2 recently) have been "worked/fixed" by another method so they are ...   02-04-2023 03:05 pm

Fuel Stuff > ALUMINUM GAS TANK FEROM EBAY (10 replies - 3115 views)

3rd pic---proper sending unit ...   01-29-2023 06:39 pm

Fuel Stuff > ALUMINUM GAS TANK FEROM EBAY (10 replies - 3115 views)

2nd pic ...   01-29-2023 06:39 pm

Fuel Stuff > ALUMINUM GAS TANK FEROM EBAY (10 replies - 3115 views)

Notice the 2nd pic where the positive lead for the sending unit is. A double layer of old bicycle tubing as well as a 3/8" ...   01-29-2023 06:38 pm

Body & interior stuff > Replacement floor mats (2 replies - 27726 views)

Lloyd Floor Mats makes some very nice ones. I had some "tan" ones with red insignia made for mine. https://www.lloydmatsstore.com/?ar_clx=yes&ar_campaign=1493206238&ar_ad=492883016632&ar_adgroup=63133021652&ar_channel=google&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtvSdBhD0ARIsAPf8oNnUnpLIwZDmZyfXvTSNyCQWIKLBBj5XIJr8SxvzRxW8WQ4Hhiz_GfwaAhD3EALw_wcB ...   01-10-2023 05:43 pm

Fuel Stuff > ALUMINUM GAS TANK FEROM EBAY (10 replies - 3115 views)

Recently, I had an aluminum gas tank from ebay delivered to replace a client's rusted out one. The construction looks good(haven't tested it for ...   01-07-2023 08:16 pm

Engine & Transmission > Need to change out the Timing Belt Tensioner (23 replies - 35720 views)

Mark, from a previous thread, found this(I bought one as well for a back-up). The size is 38mm http://www.jensenhealey.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=2748&forum_id=2&highlight=tensioner+wrench AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G2CW7N7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share ...   10-11-2022 12:52 pm

Miscellaneous > Rack and Pinion (11 replies - 3310 views)

Sorry--forgot to mention the original bushing has leather for the bearing surface. DELTA sells VERY nice neoprene ones and include silicone paste which ...   09-28-2022 12:30 pm

Miscellaneous > Rack and Pinion (11 replies - 3310 views)

You need to remove the steering wheel, then the 4 cross point screws(#2) holding the aluminum bearing. Then loosen the upper steering shaft U-joint(just in front ...   09-28-2022 01:16 am

Miscellaneous > Rack and Pinion (11 replies - 3310 views)

The standard test for determining play in the shaft is to LIGHTLY move the steering wheel(maybe by a friend of your arm isn't long enough) ...   09-28-2022 12:24 am

Miscellaneous > Rack and Pinion (11 replies - 3310 views)

Nothing to really "surprise" you, but yes there is a spring that pushes down on the special machines metal part that engages the pinion shaft. ...   09-26-2022 06:27 pm

Miscellaneous > Rack and Pinion (11 replies - 3310 views)

The top cover(2 1/4" bolts) has shim(s) under it to force/push the pinion gear down onto the rack. This is also where you would add ...   09-26-2022 03:07 pm

Miscellaneous > Rack and Pinion (11 replies - 3310 views)

Shims were used for the adjustment. If you pull off the top cover, you will probably have one or two shims under it. Suggest adding ...   09-25-2022 03:35 pm

Engine & Transmission > Oil pan gasket or seal replacement (10 replies - 5191 views)

jomac: years ago I made a support for the engine block for exactly the same purpose, rebuilding the front suspension. I used wood(2'X4"s ...   09-25-2022 03:33 pm

Ignition > Ignition Switch (7 replies - 3097 views)

browndog: that male spade connector that is on a rivet, has nothing to do with starting the engine. I assume(because this was done on almost ...   09-21-2022 03:13 pm

Ignition > Ignition Switch (7 replies - 3097 views)

browndog; glad you solved your problem, but I am very curious as to what exactly you found out? I'm familiar with the logic box problem and ...   09-21-2022 02:19 pm

Miscellaneous > WARNING! Scam Seller (4 replies - 2282 views)

Not a bad idea to post it just in case. When he refuses an inspection from someone close by, that would surely be a ...   09-08-2022 09:16 pm

Miscellaneous > WARNING! Scam Seller (4 replies - 2282 views)

Just curious; what did this person say/show/do that made you suspicious? ...   09-08-2022 06:39 pm

Suspension > steering u joint (1 reply - 1641 views)

I thought the lower one(that attaches to the rack& pinion shaft) was available through DELTA and maybe some other sources? I know there are different ...   09-02-2022 08:10 pm

Engine & Transmission > Belt tensioner bearings (2 replies - 1606 views)

Smart man, noomg!. Unfortunately, one would HOPE the cheaper parts would be of good quality, but as you, I, and many ...   09-02-2022 07:58 pm

Engine & Transmission > Belt tensioner bearings (2 replies - 1606 views)

Hey gang; some time ago I had purchased a pack of 10 HBC bearings for the belt tensioner. I had 3 "ready-to-go" and when I ...   09-01-2022 08:08 pm

Miscellaneous > Does Anyone Know This GT (14 replies - 4596 views)

Likely, as I knew the late Jim Albeck when he was president of the west coast Healey club in 1974. That year both the ...   06-24-2022 06:49 pm

Miscellaneous > Does Anyone Know This GT (14 replies - 4596 views)

Just looked at the pix, and the COOPERS cylinder would be an aftermarket charcoal cannister, and the other cylinder could be an electric pump for ...   06-23-2022 05:52 pm

Miscellaneous > Does Anyone Know This GT (14 replies - 4596 views)

thanks for the update; I should have said smog equipment for our cars (Air pump, etc) didn't start until 1975, even though there were minor ...   06-22-2022 03:55 pm

Miscellaneous > Does Anyone Know This GT (14 replies - 4596 views)

wow--just found out from a friend this IS Jim Albeck's car. My friend said his son, Jeff Albeck, is selling his dad's car. If I didn't ...   06-21-2022 07:00 pm

Miscellaneous > Does Anyone Know This GT (14 replies - 4596 views)

CARONE: This could be the car the late Jim Albeck owned? If so, this price is an absolute steal. (I believe Jim worked for the ...   06-21-2022 04:32 pm

Electrical & Instruments > Electrical harness nightmare (4 replies - 2653 views)

Interestingly, I'll be giving 3 wire harnesses for auction at this Jensen National this year in Hiawassee, GA(the site of the first east coast one ...   05-31-2022 01:37 am

Brakes > Front Brake Pads (0 replies - 1436 views)

At BPNW they have many items that will fit our J-H: here;s just one: https://www.bpnorthwest.com/triumph/spitfire/brake-pads-ceramic-hd-spitfire-67-to-80-jensen-healey-lotus-morgan.html Brake Pads Ceramic HD Spitfire 67 to 80, Jensen Healey, Lotus, ...   05-28-2022 01:05 am

Body & interior stuff > So this bracket is just hanging out here.... (6 replies - 4140 views)

Ed: if you need the engine/tm. bracket, I've got plenty. bruce ...   05-23-2022 01:03 am


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