Fascinating ABC video on dangers of old tires
http://abcnews.go.com/Video/playerIndex?id=4826897
You have to watch a commercial before the show starts but its worth it. Check out the information on how to tell how old the tire is.
Posts in the 'Tech data' Category
Drill holes in my Healey, No Way! Side Mirrors
When we got to a certain point in the restoration of my BT7, I was asked by Tom and Geno if I wanted side mirrors mounted. My initial reaction was “No Way!” Too much time and effort was put into making the fenders perfect to drill holes in them. They suggested that I mount mirrors in the side curtain sockets instead. Since I don’t drive the car in inclement weather (not by choice anyway) and I don’t have side curtains (or a top for that matter) it seemed like a perfect solution.
At the last club event several participents admired my mirrors so I thought I would describe how to do this. I wish it was a difficult task, but it isn’t. They really just bolt on.
Control Head (Trafficator) Rebuild for an Adjustable Wheel by Lin Rose
Dated 2005
Well, I have been putting off the task of rebuilding the control head to prepare it for installation in my Moto-Lita wood rim steering wheel.
Click link to read -> http://www.acmefluid.com.au/larry/trafficator.html
Of course, if you don’t want to do this yourself, go see Geno Monaco. I suspect he can rebuild them in his sleep.
AH 3000 BT7 - Hardtop Restoration by Lin Rose
Interesting article on restoring a hardtop….
Introduction
I took my Universal Laminations hardtop apart in 1977 and, of course, intended to completely restore it to original standard at the time. This did not happen and it sat disassembled until I began to undertake the complete restoration of my car in 2001. We all know that it is best to take things apart, document the process, photograph the components, and reassemble as soon as possible. C’est la vie!
click link to view -> http://www.healey6.com/Technical/LHRose%20Hardtop%20Restoration.pdf
Installing a Luggage Rack - Drill Holes in My Healey? No Way!!!!
Last August the AHCO toured to Yachats on the Oregon coast. The Schneiders joined several other members as we caravanned down I-5 and met with a contingent of other members from the Eugene/Springfield area. We then cruised en masse through the Coast Range to Yachats. The drive that day was spectacular. The weather was wonderful and the roads seemed designed for sports cars. The Club plan for the week end called for a one night stay in the Adobe Resort Inn in Yachats.
What motor oil to use?
I had dinner at Tom Monaco’s and prior to dinner we were discussing the question of what motor oil to use in your classic Healey. Tom suggested I hit the Internet and post what I come up with.
