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41. Re: Painting sequence (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 24 Oct 2004 10:46:00 -0700
Hi Chris, It's a BJ7 and so no problems with the rear springs. I am aware that the fresh air ducting can be routed/installed easily with the shroud off and is a major pain with it on (thanks for the
/html/healeys/2004-10/msg00488.html (7,994 bytes)

42. re: How big a deal in Concours (score: 1)
Author: <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Fri, 17 Mar 2006 0:26:19 -0500
Unfortunately Heritage wasn't too interested in producing the early BJ7 top when I contacted them last year. I've encouraged a few other BJ7 owners to request this top so maybe they will eventually o
/html/healeys/2006-03/msg00436.html (7,131 bytes)

43. assemblus perplexus (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 21:01:06 -0800
Hi all, I've been trying to figure out the correct assembly for the bolts and washers used for the dust cover, adapter plate (that holds the caliper), steering lever and spindle. The factory illustra
/html/healeys/2006-02/msg00678.html (7,720 bytes)

44. Re: Refurbishing BJ7 Heater (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Tue, 03 Jan 2006 17:14:26 -0800
I didn't see answers to your questions (I'm on the digest version) so I'll try to help. I recently ordered this "O" ring when refurbishing my heater box. The original part did have a <> cross sectio
/html/healeys/2006-01/msg00116.html (7,697 bytes)

45. Re: home plating (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Sat, 14 Jan 2006 15:00:49 -0800
Hi Allyn, Check out the thread over on the British Car Forum tools section. Lots of info and pictures. Short story .. the kit is a good start but I have modified the procedure to apply a clear chroma
/html/healeys/2006-01/msg00540.html (6,924 bytes)

46. Frame and Panel #=Body#? (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Tue, 02 May 2006 14:57:48 -0700
Everything I've read says the reference number on various body panels (hood hinge bracket, hood latch bracket, trunk rod prop bracket) and the frame number on the shock tower do not match the body nu
/html/healeys/2006-05/msg00057.html (6,930 bytes)

47. Re: BJ8 window rail (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Tue, 23 May 2006 18:02:50 -0700
I believe the glass was originally held with Everseal glazing strips. Moss carries a glazing strip but I found it too thick when trying to install new door glass. You should be able to find thinner
/html/healeys/2006-05/msg00713.html (7,505 bytes)

48. Re: overdrive problem (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Mon, 29 May 2006 08:17:00 -0700
When I ordered a concours grade British Wiring harness a few years ago and compared it to my oily crusty original harness I found many discrepancies. The worst problem was with the OD harness. The o
/html/healeys/2006-05/msg00849.html (7,246 bytes)

49. Re: The biggest leak (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2006 08:18:07 -0700
Hi Ned, I just got done replacing the rear OD shaft seal (and the front gearbox seal located in the bell housing). The rear flange was removed with a three arm puller. The seal is pried out easily wi
/html/healeys/2006-06/msg00023.html (7,280 bytes)

50. Re: Fuel Tank Screen (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 04 Jun 2006 08:52:34 -0700
Hi John, I used Marine Clean (sold by Por-15 and Moss or Hirsche Automotive also has a similar product) to clean out an old tank that had varnish and dry flaky residue. Before going to the cost and t
/html/healeys/2006-06/msg00062.html (7,352 bytes)

51. Re: rear wheel cylinder problem (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Sun, 04 Jun 2006 09:07:46 -0700
Hi Mark, I just did this job yesterday on my BJ7 and struggled at first because I had taken the parts out 3 years ago and forgot exactly how they went back in. I installed them wrong first and the ru
/html/healeys/2006-06/msg00065.html (7,902 bytes)

52. Re: Tire installer in L.A. (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2006 18:21:48 -0700
Hi Ron, Valley Wire Wheel Service Mike Rizeman 14731 Lull St. Van Nuys, CA 818 785 7237
/html/healeys/2006-06/msg00354.html (5,827 bytes)

53. Re: BJ7/8 door glass stop (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Sat, 01 Jul 2006 08:29:36 -0700
It seems that at least some of the BJ7's didn't have this part as mine was missing also. Keith Turk kindly took measurements and provided the following info: Sheet metal is 5/8" wide, 8" long, .165"
/html/healeys/2006-07/msg00007.html (7,295 bytes)

54. Re: BJ7/8 window regulator (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Sat, 01 Jul 2006 08:53:05 -0700
Take a look at the spring as you wind the mechanism up and down (you may have to do this with the regulator out and all grease washed off). Watch the gaps between the spring. The gaps will close as
/html/healeys/2006-07/msg00009.html (7,393 bytes)

55. Re: Wiper motor (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Thu, 06 Jul 2006 08:09:59 -0700
Here are a few leads for you: http://www.british-car-part-restoration.com/lucas_wiper_motors.html http://www.s-v-c.co.uk/ Cheers, John
/html/healeys/2006-07/msg00142.html (6,457 bytes)

56. Re: Windshield Sealing (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Thu, 06 Jul 2006 08:50:58 -0700
I did this job recently after having the windshield parts re chromed. Tips: 1. Check the frame channel where the bottom weather strip gets forced into to make the ribs have not been deformed in any
/html/healeys/2006-07/msg00143.html (8,992 bytes)

57. Re: Windshield Sealing (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Thu, 06 Jul 2006 09:43:08 -0700
Sorry, the link for the windshield photo was missing the .jpg ending. This one should work http://www.loftusdesign.net/bottom_seal_cut.jpg
/html/healeys/2006-07/msg00146.html (6,639 bytes)

58. Re:BJ8 Window Restoration (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Fri, 07 Jul 2006 06:33:16 -0700
If you have deep scratches caused by door trim or handle screws (too long) then the tempered glass is weakened and can explode at some inopportune time. In my case the passenger window exploded year
/html/healeys/2006-07/msg00169.html (6,967 bytes)

59. Re: Windshield Sealing (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Sat, 08 Jul 2006 15:22:23 -0700
Hi Gary, I've been able to set some of my rivets using hand squeezers, punches and some handmade tools. It really helps to have the right tools and some experience. Unless someone else has a recommen
/html/healeys/2006-07/msg00211.html (8,033 bytes)

60. Re: Problem with new wing vent seals (score: 1)
Author: John Loftus <loftusdesign@cox.net>
Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2006 07:57:01 -0700
Hi Gary, Sounds like you have an earlier BJ7 that had different seals which are now NA. The original seals were fabricated from sections of straight rubber extrusions that were cut, shaped and fitted
/html/healeys/2006-07/msg00311.html (7,016 bytes)


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