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Projects > Got it started (76 replies - 106991 views)

I always go back to basics to trouble shoot an engine. It's either spark or fuel. If there is strong spark at the ...   02-17-2015 02:17 pm

Ignition > oil in distributor 1975 Jensen (13 replies - 25217 views)

I think it was an old post from the previous message board that got moved over. I, too, have trouble searching for old posts ...   02-14-2015 09:06 pm

Ignition > oil in distributor 1975 Jensen (13 replies - 25217 views)

You need an internal oil seal in your distributor. This has been covered in past posts here. From previous post from Mark Rosenbaum: DISTRIBUTOR ...   02-14-2015 06:36 pm

Carburetors > One more Jetting Question (4 replies - 10482 views)

This is covered quite extensively in some earlier posts. Tim Engels post is a wealth of info on Dellorto jetting. I have a ...   01-25-2015 03:21 pm

Engine & Transmission > Strange Noise (33 replies - 47244 views)

Rick, The noise I hear really sounds like a throaty air noise. The location you describe, driver's side rear engine/transmission is where the exhaust ...   12-17-2014 02:32 pm

Engine & Transmission > Strange Noise (33 replies - 47244 views)

If the sound occurs while the car is not moving (previously post) then it is not drive train. My hearing is not what it ...   12-13-2014 01:46 pm

Engine & Transmission > Strange Noise (33 replies - 47244 views)

You can eliminate the water pump and alternator as sources by removing the fan belt during a noisy period. Obviously you will not have ...   11-02-2014 12:23 pm

Engine & Transmission > oil pan (11 replies - 19064 views)

Looks like someone cobbled up a makeshift boiler plug. What a mess. I suggest you get that out with all the rubber and ...   09-28-2014 07:42 pm

Brakes > Noise from Brake Pedal (26 replies - 40312 views)

I noticed a listing on the UK ebay for JH brake servo seals repair kit. In includes an internal schematic of the booster that ...   09-20-2014 11:40 pm

Brakes > Noise from Brake Pedal (26 replies - 40312 views)

Interesting. I have never checked vacuum under those conditions. Does the vacuum eventually recover while your foot is on the brake or does it ...   09-20-2014 06:02 pm

Brakes > Noise from Brake Pedal (26 replies - 40312 views)

The fitting sizes and positions are the same. That is 3/8-24 and 7/16-20 as you stated. The TR6 master should drop right in. Jim ...   09-17-2014 12:18 am

Brakes > Noise from Brake Pedal (26 replies - 40312 views)

I do not see how the booster can be partially faulty. If it holds vacuum it should be fine. If it is faulty ...   09-16-2014 02:25 pm

Brakes > Noise from Brake Pedal (26 replies - 40312 views)

What master cylinder did you use. There is a Landrover master that looks just like the original JH master, but has too big a ...   09-14-2014 09:23 pm

Carburetors > Fuel leak (3 replies - 9030 views)

In the US there is a small check valve hidden in the hose to prevent siphoning when the level in the tank is higher than ...   08-29-2014 01:23 pm

Cooling > Running hot (10 replies - 21854 views)

Please read the posts below on thermostats for the lotus engine which requires a dual stage thermostat. A single stage or no thermostat will ...   04-27-2014 01:06 am

Cooling > Running hot (10 replies - 21854 views)

Please read the posts below on thermostats for the lotus engine which requires a dual stage thermostat. A single stage or no thermostat will ...   04-27-2014 12:38 am

Engine & Transmission > Worn Cam Shaft Timing wheels ? (22 replies - 36979 views)

The cam sprockets do not come this way. These are worn. ...   04-27-2014 12:31 am

Engine & Transmission > Cylinder Head to Camshaft Housing oil port (9 replies - 14052 views)

Claus, I found some o-rings marked for the cam housing from one of my 907 gasket kits.  Trying to match it up it by eye the ...   03-07-2014 02:32 pm

Engine & Transmission > Cylinder Head to Camshaft Housing oil port (9 replies - 14052 views)

CORRECTION.  The part number for the O-ring should be: A907E6202Z. Sorry about that. Jim ...   03-07-2014 01:51 pm

Engine & Transmission > Cylinder Head to Camshaft Housing oil port (9 replies - 14052 views)

Claus, The service bulletin specifies o-ring No. A907E620Z for the cam housing.  This part number shows up in many Lotus parts suppliers lists but no one ...   03-07-2014 01:50 pm

Engine & Transmission > Cylinder Head to Camshaft Housing oil port (9 replies - 14052 views)

Yes. Service bulletin JN76-2 issued 3/10/76 discusses this but only refers to the tool for making the recess and the o-ring part number. ...   03-06-2014 03:07 pm

Engine & Transmission > Cylinder Head to Camshaft Housing oil port (9 replies - 14052 views)

I can't confirm the dimensions of the groove, but assuming the dimensions you have in your post are correct a metric o-ring of 8.0mm ID ...   03-05-2014 09:16 pm

Carburetors > Dellorto Manifold 40/45 (1 reply - 6219 views)

No changes required. The 40 and 45 are identical in size and mounting. The only difference is the bore size. For a stock ...   11-23-2013 01:22 am

Engine & Transmission > Good oil seal - bad oil seal (9 replies - 18795 views)

You should also confirm that the cam is not leaking oil through the bolt that holds the cam gear. I have found that the ...   10-22-2013 12:31 am

Cooling > Securing Water pump inlet "pipe" (7 replies - 15522 views)

It's a stud. If I recall it's an M8-1.25. Hose fitting slides directly on stud and secured with flat washer and lock nut. ...   10-19-2013 01:52 am

Engine & Transmission > Head bolt torque for hi compression engine? (7 replies - 12648 views)

I believe the nip spec is .004-.006" liner over block and .001" between adjacent liners. ...   10-11-2013 10:12 pm

Engine & Transmission > Head bolt torque for hi compression engine? (7 replies - 12648 views)

Make sure cylinder liner nip is correct. Especially between adjacent cylinders. ...   10-11-2013 03:20 pm

Carburetors > DHLA 45 Idle Mixture Setting Help (17 replies - 31564 views)

For a 2.2 liter your previously mentioned jetting should work fine. For a 2.0 liter JHPS recommended jetting mentioned by Jensen Healey should work ...   09-27-2013 08:47 pm

Carburetors > Carburetor (2 replies - 7142 views)

Assuming properly installed mixture screw the most common problems I have encountered: 1) Respective cylinder not firing - check spark and plug 2) Air leak at manifold ...   09-16-2013 06:54 pm

Electrical & Instruments > Starter running via the Ghost of Lucas? (23 replies - 33125 views)

Lucas Sport Coil DB105 has internal resistance of 3 ohms so it does NOT require ballast resistor. ...   08-21-2013 12:56 am

Electrical & Instruments > Starter running via the Ghost of Lucas? (23 replies - 33125 views)

I am not familiar with the Lucas Sport coil but you can check it with an ohm meter to see if it has internal resistance ...   08-21-2013 12:49 am

Electrical & Instruments > Starter running via the Ghost of Lucas? (23 replies - 33125 views)

The lower voltage via the ballast is supposed to benefit contact breaker point life. If you are using Petronix or equivalent setup you do ...   08-19-2013 09:56 pm

Electrical & Instruments > Starter running via the Ghost of Lucas? (23 replies - 33125 views)

Art, Your coil has an internal 3 ohm resistor and does not require the external ballast resistor. Therefore, the wire from the tach (white/slate) should ...   08-18-2013 01:49 pm

Electrical & Instruments > Starter running via the Ghost of Lucas? (23 replies - 33125 views)

Answerman is correct. The yellow/white wire provides 12v to coil bypassing ballast resistor only when starter solenoid is engaged, otherwise power comes from ...   08-17-2013 10:18 pm

Engine & Transmission > Timing gears (3 replies - 7311 views)

I have seen solid gears. The one in your pic looks fine. I would go back to basics and line everything up at ...   07-23-2013 01:05 pm

Fuel Stuff > Fuel type (3 replies - 10347 views)

Remember that the JH manual specifies RON. In the US the octane rating on the pump is (R+M)/2., that is, the average of the ...   07-16-2013 09:34 pm

Engine & Transmission > Camshaft resistance (2 replies - 6255 views)

You should be able to turn the cams by hand turning the cam cogs. Remember you are compressing valve springs so there will be ...   07-10-2013 03:57 pm

Brakes > Stuck rear brake, weak brakes (2 replies - 7965 views)

The vacuum booster diaphragm can be checked by seeing if it holds vacuum. If you do not have a vac pump or gauge try ...   06-28-2013 07:23 pm

Body & interior stuff > Yet another paint scheme question (1 reply - 5275 views)

My white JH came from the factory with black rockers (sills). I believe the coating was called "rock guard". When I restored it ...   06-26-2013 01:51 pm

Suspension > firewall steering shaft bushing (15 replies - 28237 views)

You must remove the bolt completely from the steering knuckle as it acts as a safety lock against the flat of the shaft. The ...   06-20-2013 01:34 pm


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