Mark,
My two cents:
I believe that one would achieve a more accurate toe-in adjustment (the only
item that is adjustable for a "front end alignment") once the car is
completely assembled and all weight is on the tires. Decades ago with I
helped a friend race in SCCA, we even had him in the car when I adjusted the
toe-in, the theory being the car would be at its "driving" weight.
Ron
-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Mark LaPierre
Sent: Sunday, March 22, 2009 6:49 AM
To: healeys@Autox.Team.Net
Subject: [Healeys] "Before the Shrouds"
Since I'm at the panel reinstall stage, I thought I would initiate a list of
things to
complete before the installation of shrouds and other body panels to help
others
plan out their schedule when the time comes. Some operations are a bear
after
the panels are installed.
Please add to or delete what ever is on the list if you think it may help
other enthusiasts later
on.
1. Trafficator install and adjust. ( real pain in the behind)
1.5 Front end alignment
2. Heater and fresh air ducting install
3. Much of the electrical wiring harness
4. Hydraulic plumbing up to the fluid canister and Master cylinders
5. Radiator install and plumbing
6. Bleeding the brakes and other misc. brake work
7. Engine/ Trany install
8. Most of the front end suspension work
One of my most memorable memories when removing the panels years ago was how
much more accessible
things were after I got the front shroud and fenders off. Major break
through
in convenience.
It won't be long now, as soon as I take care of #1 and #1.5. (I think I
feel a hemorrhoid coming on)
Then I can actually stop making "motor boat" noises with my mouth and enjoy
the real thing.
"Vroom, Vroom", Mark
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