- 81. Re: [Healeys] Optimas (score: 1)
- Author: "Ronald J. Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sat, 31 Jan 2009 11:16:28 -0600
- It just so happens I an in need of a new battery as well. After 4.5 years of performance, the original type, over priced, tar-top battery seems to have given out. The November 2008 issue of Consumer
- /html/healeys/2009-01/msg00686.html (8,583 bytes)
- 82. Re: [Healeys] Side mirrors (score: 1)
- Author: "Ronald J. Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Thu, 5 Feb 2009 18:46:06 -0600
- I use the round Harley mirrors (part nos. 91931-92T and 91930-92T) that look almost identical to the Lucas mirrors. They were $13.50 each in 2005 at the local Harley dealer. The do have "Harley David
- /html/healeys/2009-02/msg00188.html (8,464 bytes)
- 83. Re: [Healeys] BN7 Windshield (score: 1)
- Author: "Ronald J. Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:51:45 -0600
- What you have is a discoloration of the polyvinyl butyryl interlayer between the two layers of glass. The yellow is simply a result of the aging process associated with "vinyl". To my knowledge, the
- /html/healeys/2009-02/msg00699.html (7,760 bytes)
- 84. Re: [Healeys] Muffler Heat Shield (score: 1)
- Author: "Ronald J. Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:07:39 -0600
- Perhaps you don't have a copy of the Anderson and Moment book, or the Austin Healey "Originality Guide for Restorations and Registry Inspections". Even if you are not completely respecting the origi
- /html/healeys/2009-02/msg00772.html (9,422 bytes)
- 85. Re: [Healeys] Muffler Heat Shield (score: 1)
- Author: "Ronald J. Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2009 20:10:41 -0600
- My June 1959 chassis number 1646 had asbestos heat shields with through bolts that looked "original" when I bought it in 1971. Apparently a prior owner must have added them, possibly buying them from
- /html/healeys/2009-02/msg00778.html (8,525 bytes)
- 86. Re: [Healeys] "Before the Shrouds" (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:38:47 -0500
- 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
- /html/healeys/2009-03/msg00499.html (8,824 bytes)
- 87. Re: [Healeys] Original BN2 Price (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sun, 22 Mar 2009 11:47:59 -0500
- If my math is correct, with 694.73 percent inflation since 1954, the price would be $20,738. Ron What would that be in todays dollars? Probably 25K? Rich Kahn Hundred, US window was a _______________
- /html/healeys/2009-03/msg00505.html (9,573 bytes)
- 88. Re: [Healeys] Tri-Carb heater pipe (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:51:41 -0500
- The 3000 BT7/BN7 and Tri-Carb part number is AHB9048. When this part became "no longer available" the replacement part number was the part number for what you list for the BJ7/BJ8. My parts book is
- /html/healeys/2009-03/msg00612.html (7,948 bytes)
- 89. Re: [Healeys] Significant milestones? (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sun, 29 Mar 2009 15:05:58 -0500
- Introduction of the Austin Healey 3000, March 1959. Hi Folks, I was wondering if anyone knew of any significant anniversary milestones for the Healey marque this year? I am helping with the planning
- /html/healeys/2009-03/msg00715.html (7,775 bytes)
- 90. Re: [Healeys] Motor mounts - RH/LH? (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sat, 18 Apr 2009 16:04:42 -0500
- The "rubber-to-crankcase" metal brackets for 3000 and 3000 Mk. II BN7s and BT7s are handed (part numbers AEC889 for the right side and AEC890 for the left side). I believe the holes for mounting to
- /html/healeys/2009-04/msg00507.html (9,756 bytes)
- 91. Re: [Healeys] Rattling noise on hard acceleration (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Fri, 1 May 2009 09:54:28 -0500
- Are you referring to the nuts that secure the emergency brake handle assembly? The noise I have appears to come from the right rear, and only occurs on right hand turns, at any speed. It sounds like
- /html/healeys/2009-05/msg00004.html (9,670 bytes)
- 92. [Healeys] AH 3000 Grill material (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 08:57:50 -0500
- The Anderson/Moment book states that the horizontal grills on the 100-6 and the 3000 BN7 and BT7 cars were "chromed". Does anyone know the base metal? As it is nonmagnetic, it might be aluminum, sta
- /html/healeys/2009-05/msg00174.html (7,049 bytes)
- 93. Re: [Healeys] AH 3000 Grill material (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sat, 9 May 2009 07:42:56 -0500
- How were you able to determine the base material was stainless steel? Aluminum, brass, bronze, and copper are all non magnetic. Ron It seems to be stainless steel. However the surface has 49 years o
- /html/healeys/2009-05/msg00209.html (8,771 bytes)
- 94. Re: [Healeys] ah grill materiel (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sat, 9 May 2009 07:52:48 -0500
- Brass does seem likely based on the grill my friend has. It has one of the lower mounting tabs broke off and the edge of the metal looks somewhat yellow. Thanks. Ron when i started buffing the bn6 g
- /html/healeys/2009-05/msg00210.html (7,302 bytes)
- 95. Re: [Healeys] 3000 engine and tranny in 100/6? (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sun, 10 May 2009 08:21:48 -0500
- I believe do to the difference in the mating of the fiberglass transmission cover and the 100-6 frame, modifying the original 100-6 transmission cover to a center shift configuration is the simpler a
- /html/healeys/2009-05/msg00224.html (9,301 bytes)
- 96. [Healeys] Registry (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sun, 17 May 2009 08:05:52 -0500
- Since there have been a few emails mentioning registries, does anyone know if the 3000 BT7 registry is still maintained by Bill at either mcroof@ameritech.net or mnaretta@aol.com I sent him the infor
- /html/healeys/2009-05/msg00371.html (7,236 bytes)
- 97. Re: [Healeys] Pages from manual (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Mon, 25 May 2009 07:49:29 -0500
- What year and model of car? Having gone to my manual (in its pdf form on my PC) I was frustrated when I found that the page I needed was missing. Sometimes, I know, one manual is later than another
- /html/healeys/2009-05/msg00601.html (7,862 bytes)
- 98. Re: [Healeys] Owasso Man Turns Back Time With Vintage Car (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Fri, 29 May 2009 07:22:36 -0500
- Actually, the Car Song was written and released by Woody Guthrie in 1954. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUDtFdnn9oQ It is just one of many songs Pete Paul and Mary "borrowed" from others. Ron --Orig
- /html/healeys/2009-05/msg00740.html (8,639 bytes)
- 99. Re: [Healeys] Memebership Directory & resource Book (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Tue, 9 Jun 2009 20:35:29 -0500
- I haven't received either. Ron Have any of the listers received either the 2009 AHCA Membership Directory or the AHCUSA Resource Book.. It was my understanding that each of these would be distribute
- /html/healeys/2009-06/msg00218.html (7,862 bytes)
- 100. [Healeys] Setting Valve Clearances (score: 1)
- Author: "Ron Ray" <ronald-ray@sbcglobal.net>
- Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2009 20:20:49 -0500
- I need some memory assistance as I have misplaced my cheat sheet on the sequence used to set 6 cylinder valves. i.e.: I forgot both the sequence and where I put my cheat sheet. If I was only as youn
- /html/healeys/2009-06/msg00435.html (7,138 bytes)
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