Recent content by ljaynavl

Garage isn’t heated. Chilly winter temps (ok, for the Southern Appalachians). Guess it’s been doing this in the past, though not seen. Perhaps driving simply warms things and get rid of this?

The whole is open. The bubbling occurred even before setting the tower back in place.

When I removed the shifter tower to inspect the gears, I notices an accumulation of small bubbles in the gear oil (90w). I promptly drained the oil, which was clean looking. Upon refilling it and leaving it sit a few days, I notice the same gathering of small bubbles. What would be causing this?

These are pressed in fittings.

I've got some pressed-in old style fittings (both straight nozzle and conical shaped). I have what I think is an adapter tip for the lube gun. When I attempt to pump in some grease - say into the brake actuating arms - I don't think I'm getting anything pumped in. There is of course nothing...

So it sounds as if the correct bracket for a slant windshield model (A400) is going to be a challenge. If I am interpreting your comments in the article properly, I would likely need a longer pin - which would have to be turned to the measured diameter of the one that came out. Then finding...

Two follow ups: why did you go with the oversized pin? And who sells the correctly angled bracket? Thanks

I saw the recent thread about side mirrors, but I wasn't quite clear about the correct application for a slant windshield. I have an A400 and would like to add a hinge mounted driver side mirror. For starters, I gather that I'll need to get a hinge pin removal tool to remove the stock pin...

Great. So an equivalent application might be just as well. Thanks for the assistance!

Great. Thanks. Any insight on the correct condenser (6V)?

I have a modern points/condenser plate (Nurex) and wanted to grab a spare set of points and condenser at my local Napa store. Would someone please share the correct part #s for these? Thanks!

How do I properly cut the squared rubber seal that fits the groove on the rear main bearing? Engine is in the car, so all work is done from underneath. Is it ok to goop it up with Permatex RTV to help hold it in place when raising the pan up?

Problem: Starter motor can barely turn over the engine. Background: Tried two starters that check out fine. We’ve tried hooking them up straight to both 6 volt (used on car) and 12 volt. Starter motor cranks just fine when connected directly to battery. Battery in the car is new and...

You might find one pops up on Bringatrailer.com

I’ve relied on plastigage. Easy to use.