On Thu, 17 Apr 97 14:24:43 -0700 Douglas Gaither
<gaither@ix18.ix.netcom.com> writes:
>Hello,
>
>I have a 1966 MBG and I need help to make my B roadworthy. I need
>some
>advice.
>
>
>COIL BRACKET
>------------
>I'm looking for an early style coil mounting bracket. The one that
>attaches to the motor mount. They are not available from Vicky Brit
>or
>Moss. Does anyone out there have one they are willing to sell?
>
Yes, we have a couple. $10 plus CA tax & shipping puts one in your hands.
>OIL COOLER
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>My car did not have an oil cooler (although the plumbing was there)
>when
>I bought it. I live in Fresno where summer temps rise to 105 degrees
>for
>weeks. I've had someone tell me that I really didn't need one
>although
>I'm skeptical. I need maximum cooling. Any recommendations on which
>oil
>cooler to buy?
We'd recommend one for your climate. The 13-row works fine, the 16-row
even better.
Are braided hoses not really necessary but just cool looking?
Yes.
>MASTER CYLINDERS
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>Both of mine are pitted and I'm told they can't be honed.
They can be re-sleeved and re-kitted for less than the cost of a new one.
> Are there different manufacturers of these or do the parts houses sell
the same
>reproduction unit?
All from the same source, as far as we have seen.
>Are used units worth the risk of imminent failure?
Why would a 30-year old part from another car be in any better condition
than the one on your car - unless it's been rebuilt by someone who knows
what they are doing?
Lawrie
British Sportscar Center
Cameron Park, CA
www.britcars.com
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