I took the carbs off the car to try out the new ultra sonic cleaner. Just pulled the float out, drained the oil and gas and threw it in the cleaner for 25 minutes. Came out looking almost new just needs some polishing.
Archive for the ‘1960 Austin Healey Sprite’ Category
Ultra Sonic Carb Cleaning
Saturday, March 12th, 2011Fresh look for old engine
Saturday, January 31st, 2009A little cleanup and some olive green paint makes this engine look much better.
Blown pully
Tuesday, January 20th, 2009After removing the radiator it was apparent that the radiator pully was cracked in many places and flying apart.
Backwards bonnet
Monday, January 19th, 2009The bonnet has been converted to open in the reverse direction from stock. It is held on and hinged by the rod seen in the pictures.
Rusty holes
Sunday, June 29th, 2008Passenger side rust stopped and holes patched.
Pump and battery and cables.
Tuesday, June 24th, 2008New fuel pump, battery and cables.
Exhaust fix
Monday, June 23rd, 2008The exhaust has been repaired to last until a new exhaust is needed.
Much needed seats
Sunday, June 22nd, 2008The seats are assembled and fitted to the car.
1960 Austin Healey Sprite Mark I
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008This is an old Sprite and it is in need of a lot of work.