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VIN Database for Jensen Healey & Jensen GT > 19326 (2 replies - 6962 views) very nice, what's it sharing the garage with? ... 12-16-2016 09:47 pm Engine & Transmission > oil cooler leak (6 replies - 9818 views) That's good info, thanks. I had new oil lines made for the engine, but can't find the receipt and forgot what fittings they are. ... 11-29-2016 01:11 pm Engine & Transmission > oil cooler leak (6 replies - 9818 views) I googled Setrab and now have a new question; what are the fittings on the cooler? Is it AN or a British version thereof?
Thanks
... 11-28-2016 09:54 pm Engine & Transmission > oil cooler leak (6 replies - 9818 views) Anyone successfully have an oil cooler repaired? Mine is seeping from one of the bottom rows. Definitely easier to replace it but trying to keep ... 11-28-2016 05:52 pm Carburetors > Dellorto 45 jetting as found (43 replies - 66291 views) I'll just add this, you say you had to reset the timing...what did they have it at?
I see you have 12 initial now, did you ... 11-15-2016 01:53 am Carburetors > Dellorto 45 jetting as found (43 replies - 66291 views) Don,
2 things I noticed on that dyno sheet...I've read repeatedly these engines are 7000 rpm with max power in the 6500 area.
This guy stopped the ... 11-14-2016 03:30 am Carburetors > Dellorto 45 jetting as found (43 replies - 66291 views) As I was told the O2 sensor needs to be within 12" of the collector. I put mine about 8" back. ... 11-12-2016 05:26 pm Carburetors > Dellorto 45 jetting as found (43 replies - 66291 views) I like the LM 2 and Logworks software is a very in depth program to analyze your tuning efforts.
Weld a bung in the pipe and ... 11-12-2016 04:27 pm Carburetors > Dellorto 45 jetting as found (43 replies - 66291 views) Tim,
In depth and informative.
I especially appreciate the info on the idle air correctors.
I have no interest in beating the snot out this thing...I've got ... 11-12-2016 02:08 pm Electrical & Instruments > clock repair vendor? (12 replies - 18237 views) love MGAs....good collection...good luck with it
hopefully get the carpet in tomorrow.....then get it registered before the end of the year....looking forward to driving it.
... 11-11-2016 10:32 pm Electrical & Instruments > clock repair vendor? (12 replies - 18237 views) you've got an Interceptor? I am green with envy....love anything with a big block...
I will take the round clock idea for serious consideration...
the car ... 11-11-2016 10:25 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) today I pulled the old carpet from the right hand side . It was bad....used a heat gun on low to relax the adhesive ... 11-10-2016 10:47 pm Electrical & Instruments > clock repair vendor? (12 replies - 18237 views) Took the clock out, lubed it with some light machine oil and hooked it to power. It works! But, the hands fell off the axle ... 11-10-2016 10:41 pm Carburetors > Dellorto 45 jetting as found (43 replies - 66291 views) Joachim,
Thanks for the replies. I'm actually a big David Vizard fan and have read several of his books.
I also have an Innovate ... 11-10-2016 01:50 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Nigel,
No real problems....used a 6" hex key socket...all bolts broke free..took about 5 mins Good luck with that GT ... 11-10-2016 01:13 am Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Took the passenger seat out to change the carpet....found some change, some mouse droppings, a Fleetwood Mac eight track, and a lot of old rolling ... 11-09-2016 04:00 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) put the battery in, 3 gallons of gas turned the key and it started.... ... 11-06-2016 10:10 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) trying to post a picture
... 11-06-2016 02:01 am Projects > Project 16984. (28 replies - 41406 views) I agree. You can't always get solid metal, just do the best with what you find.
I use MIG too....023 wire for sheetmetal. Comes ... 11-06-2016 01:56 am Carburetors > Dellorto 45 jetting as found (43 replies - 66291 views) If I may, I would like to ask for clarification on one point. As I understand the text of Des Hammil's book, when an ... 11-05-2016 12:25 am Carburetors > Dellorto 45 jetting as found (43 replies - 66291 views) Posted this in my thread, but thought this was a more appropriate location
Took a look at my carburetors yesterday. Dellorto 45s.
I'll list what I ... 11-04-2016 04:00 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Took a look at my carburetors yesterday. Dellorto 45s.
I'll list what I found for those interested:
Cold start jet 95
Main air corrector 230
Main emulsion ... 11-04-2016 03:50 pm Projects > Project 16984. (28 replies - 41406 views) Good luck with the resto. Just curious, do you MIG or TIG bodywork sheetmetal? I've been using MIG but have heard TIG can ... 11-04-2016 03:29 pm Brakes > Lockheed Self Adjusters and Handbrake Function (13 replies - 23207 views) Thanks Nigel. Just did the rear brakes, this was a big help.
If I may, I'd like to add that if the wheel cylinders are ... 10-30-2016 01:51 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Today; drained the rack. Thanks to Redracer for his tip. drained it through the lower plate and refilled through the top. ... 10-25-2016 10:42 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) do you use any specific grease? how much do you use? I like the idea.. ... 10-25-2016 03:23 am Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Today, made some progress. Radiator and fan in. rear drums and shoes ordered and on the way. Rack still leaks. Thanks to Redracer, ... 10-25-2016 02:21 am Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) I was curious how people were saying they add oil through that top plate. So those parts just pull out and go back in? ... 10-23-2016 11:11 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Appreciate the offer. This all seems like standard car stuff to me. Most annoying issue I have now is the d___n rack ... 10-23-2016 03:49 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Been a while....engine, transmission and front suspension back in. Calipers rebuilt and installed with new brake pads. Power booster installed yesterday. New stainless ... 10-21-2016 01:58 pm Fuel Stuff > thickness of material for under gas tank (8 replies - 13113 views) that's good info..Thanks I will act accordingly... ... 10-02-2016 10:25 pm Fuel Stuff > thickness of material for under gas tank (8 replies - 13113 views) I read through this thread
http://www.jensenhealey.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=1930&forum_id=14
and saw people use varied things under the tank.
I'm thinking about using 3/16" thick material, either rubber or some type of ... 10-02-2016 01:21 am Body & interior stuff > fender gaskets (3 replies - 6448 views) so it does belong there....good to know..thanks ... 09-15-2016 01:25 pm Body & interior stuff > fender gaskets (3 replies - 6448 views) I did a search, but may not have used the right terms so please be kind..
Anyway, took the left front fender {in the USA} or ... 09-15-2016 12:58 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Back to the suspension...as I said, the car has Spax shocks and I'm going to give them a second chance. The issue is the ... 08-02-2016 03:15 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) after only what, six weeks(?), I finally got the F$%^&*(# bellhousing back on. Not in the car mind you, and the trans is still ... 07-25-2016 09:33 pm Body & interior stuff > Dyna Mat (11 replies - 16019 views) Thanks for the reply. I'm in North America too...at least I think Florida is North America.
I was going to jet hot the manifold BUT ... 07-24-2016 03:08 pm Body & interior stuff > Dyna Mat (11 replies - 16019 views) http://www.dynamat.com/
Anyone try this product? I've seen it used on TV cars but have no experience with it. I'm not worried about noise control so much ... 07-24-2016 02:24 pm Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) To paraphrase Edd China, lots of faffing about. I would use other words, but this is a family friendly site. Got the outrigger bushings ... 07-24-2016 12:45 am Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 107196 views) Upper and lower control arm bushings replaced, strut rod bushings on the bench,
Waiting for: outrigger bushings, rack boots, and tie rod ends.
Brake flex lines replaced.
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