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Re: Valve Job

To: Mel Brunet <mburnet@tampabay.rr.com>
Subject: Re: Valve Job
From: Blue One Hundred <healey.nut@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2005 08:58:44 +0800
I would add to this list:

4) consider replacing the rocker assembly with a rebuilt unit.  These
tend to wear, and your head job & car running will be much better
served from longevity's sake.

5) Consider having the head prepared to run on unleaded fuel if you
haven't already done this.

Cheers,

Alan

'53 BN1 '64 BJ8

On Apr 9, 2005 2:42 AM, Mel  Brunet <mburnet@tampabay.rr.com> wrote:
> Fellow Enthusiasts
> 
> I am about to remove the head from my 67 BJ8 6 and I need to know if there
> is anything that is unusual about the healey head that I should know about
> beforehand. It looks pretty straight forward. There is nothing in the repair
> manual that looks menacing, but one small detail overlooked can ruin your
> whole week.  Been there.
> 
> I would appreciate any informed reply.
> 
> Mel Brunet
> 67 BJ8
> Land O Lakes, Fl




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