Will setting the SU's at an angle effect the operation of the float chambers or the float level???

Charles

Perhaps, but no more than a car making a sharp turn.

A picture is worth a thousand "holy crap that's a tight fit".

If you relocate the fuel filter, you could remove the entire inner fender. This way a 1/2 inch here or there wont really matter.

I picked up this project last year; 1963 Austin Healey with a Z motor. It had a custom built manifold with two 32/36 down draft webers. I wanted to go back to SU's, but my measurements were off and I have two choices. Cut into the footbox of the car, which I really want to avoid, run without spacers or go back to the webers. Running without spacers certainly isn't a preference, but wondering if this is even a possibility.

Simple solution, I will take the Healey off your hands!

That is such a noble jesture JLPurcell, you are a giver,

Just to be clear, the engine picture above is from an original Healey.

Here is a picture of my interference problem areas. Note the 2x4 engine mounts, which shows how much I will need to raise the motor.

JL, thanks for the offer. I'll let you know.

That is such a noble jesture JLPurcell, you are a giver,

Thanks for recognizing my giving nature; it’s always been about doing for others with me. . jlp

Beautiful car, do you know anyone who might be able to make you a thin set of ceramic spacers. Ceramic is a great insulator and would give you great results with less material. jlp

If you're only missing fitment by the thickness of the spacer (~1/2") you could always shave 1/4" off the manifold flange and 1/4" off the spacer.

What happens when the engine rocks though?

IIRC there are 2 different thicknesses of the fiber spacers. The thick ones are about 15mm. I know my 73 has the thin ones, about 5mm. It appears you have the thick ones as seen in post 5. About 10mm gain there.

Bonzi Lon

Thanks for tip on the spacer. It looks like the thin one comes from a 260Z....anyone have a set they want to sell? I'm heading to the machine shop to see how much it would cost to mill the intake, like I've shown. Another thought is a wedge at the intake, although that creates other problems.

Edited May 24, 201113 yr by Healey Z

Contact Black Dragon Automotive for the 260 insulators. Part #56-422 @$9.95 each.

Dave Ruiz

Edited May 24, 201113 yr by Powderkeg