Thanks for the advice Phil.
The conversion seems a little less daunting than it did a few days ago.
As you noted, all the parts are available from the big three with the
exception of the vacuum (throttle) switch.
You can bore me with you're explanation of the vacuum switch after I've had a
shot at it.......since it overrides the manual overdrive switch, I figure
it's designed to keep the solenoid from engaging (or energising) if the RPM's
are too low. It could have been redundant if the operator was instructed to
engage the OD only at 2000 rpm's or higher....no?
Are there any easy ways to inspect the linkages internal to the OD? I drained
the oil and was gratified to see it fairly clean. The mag rings around the
filter needed to be cleaned, but I am very encouraged.
I was talking to a trained Leyland mechanic(?) today that told me to throw
the unit away if it had been crashed. I've been looking WAY long for this OD
and I'll be damned if I won't rebuild it. How tough can it be and how can I
tell if it's been crashed?
Can't I just apply 12 volts to the coil to see if everthing works? Can't I
engage the solenoid and rotate the input shaft....shouldn't I get a response
at the output shaft?
Is it more complex than I imagine?
Bob Stahlbush
66 MGB GHN3L 78708
60 TR3A TS 81398L
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