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BJ8 Transmission removal

4tecdog

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Hi
My first post after becoming the proud owner or should I say custodian of a 65 BJ8. I have done a few
basic mods to improve the drivability on our congested roads, new shocks, 4 pot caliper upgrade,
pointless fuel pump, aluminium sump, etc. Whilst the sump was removed the big end bearings were checked
for clearance and the cam inspected as much as you can without removal, the engine did have an annoying tap at idle pulled the followers and found one to be badly pitted and concave so hopefully this is cured.
Being a Healey I expect a few oil drips but would like to cure the rear main oil seal problem and I will probably purchase the kit to rectify this but my question is which way to pull the transmission through the cockpit or from under the vehicle, The manual I have recommends the later but is it possible? I do have the use of a two post lift.
look forward to any help on this I have been searching through the forums for info.
Br
4tecdog
 
Frankly, I don't think I ever heard of anyone removing the transmission from the bottom. Easiest way is to remove the passenger seat, console and transmission tunnel and take it out through the interior. BTW, you'll et quicker answers to your questions if you post in the forum: http://www.britishcarforum.com/bcf/forumdisplay.php?14-Austin-Healey instead of the blog.
 
Hi,
You have posted your question in your blog. You will almost certainly get more replies if you post your question in our Healey FORUM. (Click the Forum button above). The Blog is just a place what you can post everyday happenings, sort of like an online diary. The forum is the place to ask specific technics questions. Use the blog for example to post progress on your can restoration, or chronicle a trip, etc.

Basil
 
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