Folks,
It's been a long time since I've had time to work on the mashed Healey. I
installed a new pilot bushing. Tried to put the tranny back in but the shaft
would not slide in the bushing. The tranny is so heavy and awkward I could
not tell if I was even near the hole. Lots o jacking of motor, changing
angles and grunting.
Is there a transmission lift/dolly tool made?
As I examined the pilot bushing with my finger I think I smashed it beating
it in with a socked and deadblow. I ordered a new bushing for quick delivery
and it looks terrible. It does not fit snug on the plastic clutch tool or
the shaft. Should it be snug or have a little slop?
I threw away the original bushing for this 26k mile car but I remember it
fitting tighter. Am I wrong to think a little slop can cause big problems
before I install? Or should I order another?
"The waiting is the hardest part". -T. Petty
Thanks for any advice/wisdom/etc...
Does anyone know if their will ever be a Healey Victory by Design program on
Speed? My poor little red MGA now thinks it's a 166 Ferrari.
Cheers,
Scott
Mashed 60 BN7
59 MGA
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